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Thanks for inviting me to come share my story on HeroPress. I&#8217;m so excited to be able to talk a little bit to the HeroPress community.</p>\n<p>So, and I&#8217;m doing a video blog or vlog because this is what I do; I&#8217;m a YouTube person. I create YouTube videos every single Wednesday for what I call WordPress Wednesday to help you improve your online marketing inside of the WordPress world. So I&#8217;m used to doing videos, and I asked if I could do my HeroPress story in this format; and they said go for it, so I&#8217;m excited to talk to you at least in a face-to-face scenario.</p>\n<p>I&#8217;m going to  share a little bit of my story and tell you how WordPress basically became my avenue for becoming a millionaire in just five short years.</p>\n<h3>The Beginning</h3>\n<p>So in 1998, I created my very first ever HTML website. 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responses</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>3,457</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>3,598</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>We make websites for others.</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>2,695</td>\n<td>24%</td>\n<td>2,722</td>\n<td>23%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>We make websites for ourselves.</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>2,355</td>\n<td>21%</td>\n<td>2,470</td>\n<td>21%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>We develop or customize themes.</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>1,866</td>\n<td>16%</td>\n<td>1,910</td>\n<td>16%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>We host websites for others.</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>1,564</td>\n<td>14%</td>\n<td>1,595</td>\n<td>14%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>We develop or distribute plugins.</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>1,283</td>\n<td>11%</td>\n<td>1,342</td>\n<td>11%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>We provide educational resources to help others to use WordPress.</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>581</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n<td>631</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>We sponsor and/or attend WordCamps.</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>561</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n<td>579</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>We contribute bug reports and/or patches to WordPress core.</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>444</td>\n<td>4%</td>\n<td>468</td>\n<td>4%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Other Option</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>98</td>\n<td>1%</td>\n<td>96</td>\n<td>1%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<p><strong>How would you describe the business of your typical client(s)? (2015) / How would you describe the business of your typical client/customer? (2016, 2017)</strong></p>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress Company</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td>9,154</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>3,317</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>3,498</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Small business</td>\n<td>6,893</td>\n<td>32%</td>\n<td>2,398</td>\n<td>31%</td>\n<td>2,510</td>\n<td>31%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Large business or Enterprise</td>\n<td>3,635</td>\n<td>17%</td>\n<td>1,361</td>\n<td>18%</td>\n<td>1,447</td>\n<td>18%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Non-profit</td>\n<td>2,644</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n<td>934</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n<td>992</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Individual</td>\n<td>2,600</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n<td>888</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n<td>1,022</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Education</td>\n<td>2,344</td>\n<td>11%</td>\n<td>854</td>\n<td>11%</td>\n<td>966</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Website development (sub-contracting)</td>\n<td>2,065</td>\n<td>10%</td>\n<td>637</td>\n<td>8%</td>\n<td>677</td>\n<td>8%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Government</td>\n<td>1,410</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n<td>524</td>\n<td>7%</td>\n<td>552</td>\n<td>7%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Other Option</td>\n<td>127</td>\n<td>1%</td>\n<td>66</td>\n<td>1%</td>\n<td>64</td>\n<td>1%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<p><strong>How does your company or organization use WordPress when developing websites? (2015) / When making websites, how does your company or organization use WordPress? (2016, 2017)</strong></p>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress Company</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td>9,078</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>3,369</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>3,552</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mostly as a content management system (CMS)</td>\n<td>6,361</td>\n<td>70%</td>\n<td>2,482</td>\n<td>74%</td>\n<td>2,640</td>\n<td>74%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>About half the time as a blogging platform and half the time as a CMS</td>\n<td>1,222</td>\n<td>13%</td>\n<td>370</td>\n<td>11%</td>\n<td>383</td>\n<td>11%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mostly as a blogging platform</td>\n<td>721</td>\n<td>8%</td>\n<td>137</td>\n<td>4%</td>\n<td>129</td>\n<td>4%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mostly as an application framework</td>\n<td>629</td>\n<td>7%</td>\n<td>303</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n<td>303</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Other Option</td>\n<td>145</td>\n<td>2%</td>\n<td>78</td>\n<td>2%</td>\n<td>97</td>\n<td>3%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>How much is your average WordPress site customized from the original WordPress installation?</h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress Company</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td>9,054</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>3,302</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>3,473</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>A lot of work has been done, the front end is unrecognizable, but the Dashboard still looks like the usual WordPress interface.</td>\n<td>5,651</td>\n<td>62%</td>\n<td>2,025</td>\n<td>61%</td>\n<td>2,105</td>\n<td>61%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>There&#8217;s a different theme and some plugins have been added.</td>\n<td>2,230</td>\n<td>25%</td>\n<td>799</td>\n<td>24%</td>\n<td>905</td>\n<td>26%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Not at all, it&#8217;s still pretty much the same as the original download.</td>\n<td>756</td>\n<td>8%</td>\n<td>302</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n<td>298</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>You&#8217;d never know this was a WordPress installation, everything (including the admin) has been customized.</td>\n<td>417</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n<td>177</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n<td>165</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>Roughly how many currently active WordPress sites has your company or organization built?</h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"51\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"51\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress Company</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td>8,801</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>200 +</td>\n<td>1,074</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>51 &#8211; 200</td>\n<td>1,721</td>\n<td>20%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>21 &#8211; 50</td>\n<td>1,718</td>\n<td>20%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>11 &#8211; 20</td>\n<td>1,284</td>\n<td>15%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>6 &#8211; 10</td>\n<td>1,109</td>\n<td>13%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>2 &#8211; 5</td>\n<td>1,418</td>\n<td>16%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>1</td>\n<td>390</td>\n<td>4%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>0</td>\n<td>87</td>\n<td>1%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>3,358</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>3,540</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Thousands.</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>291</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n<td>331</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hundreds.</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>770</td>\n<td>23%</td>\n<td>894</td>\n<td>25%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fewer than a hundred.</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>1,144</td>\n<td>34%</td>\n<td>1,177</td>\n<td>33%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Just a few, but they are really great.</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>926</td>\n<td>28%</td>\n<td>896</td>\n<td>25%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Prefer not to answer.</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>228</td>\n<td>7%</td>\n<td>242</td>\n<td>7%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>How many person-hours (of your company&#8217;s work) does the typical site take to complete?</h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"51\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"51\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress Company</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td>9,091</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>3,353</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>3,522</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>More than 200</td>\n<td>939</td>\n<td>10%</td>\n<td>309</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n<td>325</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>100 &#8211; 200</td>\n<td>1080</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n<td>329</td>\n<td>10%</td>\n<td>367</td>\n<td>10%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>60 &#8211; 100</td>\n<td>1541</td>\n<td>17%</td>\n<td>527</td>\n<td>16%</td>\n<td>513</td>\n<td>15%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>40 &#8211; 60</td>\n<td>1854</td>\n<td>20%</td>\n<td>583</td>\n<td>17%</td>\n<td>620</td>\n<td>18%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>20 &#8211; 40</td>\n<td>2066</td>\n<td>23%</td>\n<td>691</td>\n<td>21%</td>\n<td>685</td>\n<td>19%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fewer than 20</td>\n<td>1611</td>\n<td>18%</td>\n<td>479</td>\n<td>14%</td>\n<td>519</td>\n<td>15%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Prefer not to answer (2016, 2017)</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>436</td>\n<td>13%</td>\n<td>493</td>\n<td>14%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>Roughly what percentage of your company or organization&#8217;s output is based around WordPress (as opposed to other platforms or software)?</h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"51\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"51\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress Company</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td>8,950</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>3,345</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>3,503</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>100 %</td>\n<td>1,089</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n<td>438</td>\n<td>13%</td>\n<td>480</td>\n<td>14%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>90 %</td>\n<td>1,043</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n<td>417</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n<td>459</td>\n<td>13%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>80 %</td>\n<td>955</td>\n<td>11%</td>\n<td>367</td>\n<td>11%</td>\n<td>424</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>70 %</td>\n<td>831</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n<td>305</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n<td>344</td>\n<td>10%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>60 %</td>\n<td>534</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n<td>246</td>\n<td>7%</td>\n<td>226</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>50 %</td>\n<td>973</td>\n<td>11%</td>\n<td>335</td>\n<td>10%</td>\n<td>338</td>\n<td>10%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>40 %</td>\n<td>613</td>\n<td>7%</td>\n<td>245</td>\n<td>7%</td>\n<td>202</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>30 %</td>\n<td>877</td>\n<td>10%</td>\n<td>335</td>\n<td>10%</td>\n<td>310</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>20 %</td>\n<td>806</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n<td>242</td>\n<td>7%</td>\n<td>280</td>\n<td>8%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>10 %</td>\n<td>1,039</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n<td>344</td>\n<td>10%</td>\n<td>348</td>\n<td>10%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>0 %</td>\n<td>190</td>\n<td>2%</td>\n<td>72</td>\n<td>2%</td>\n<td>92</td>\n<td>3%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>In which of the following ways do you work with WordPress?</h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress Freelancer/Hobbyist</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td>17,009</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>5,221</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>5,425</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Build/design and/or maintain websites or blogs for other people, companies, or organizations</td>\n<td>15,342</td>\n<td>34%</td>\n<td>4,795</td>\n<td>34%</td>\n<td>5,064</td>\n<td>34%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Develop or customize themes</td>\n<td>10,549</td>\n<td>24%</td>\n<td>2,997</td>\n<td>21%</td>\n<td>3,021</td>\n<td>20%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Host websites for customers</td>\n<td>8,142</td>\n<td>18%</td>\n<td>2,466</td>\n<td>17%</td>\n<td>2,728</td>\n<td>18%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Develop or distribute plugins</td>\n<td>4,125</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n<td>1,395</td>\n<td>10%</td>\n<td>1,416</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Provide educational resources to help others to use WordPress</td>\n<td>3,276</td>\n<td>7%</td>\n<td>1,187</td>\n<td>8%</td>\n<td>1,308</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sponsor and/or attend WordCamps</td>\n<td>1,559</td>\n<td>4%</td>\n<td>648</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n<td>724</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Contribute bug reports and/or patches to WordPress core</td>\n<td>1,107</td>\n<td>2%</td>\n<td>381</td>\n<td>3%</td>\n<td>393</td>\n<td>3%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Other Option</td>\n<td>389</td>\n<td>1%</td>\n<td>243</td>\n<td>2%</td>\n<td>299</td>\n<td>2%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>How would you describe the business of your typical client(s)?</h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress Freelancer/Hobbyist</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td>16,863</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>5,151</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>5,353</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Small business</td>\n<td>14,185</td>\n<td>35%</td>\n<td>4,342</td>\n<td>35%</td>\n<td>4,622</td>\n<td>36%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Individual</td>\n<td>8,513</td>\n<td>21%</td>\n<td>2,581</td>\n<td>21%</td>\n<td>2,583</td>\n<td>20%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Non-profit</td>\n<td>6,585</td>\n<td>16%</td>\n<td>2,004</td>\n<td>16%</td>\n<td>2,113</td>\n<td>16%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Website development (sub-contracting)</td>\n<td>4,301</td>\n<td>11%</td>\n<td>1,258</td>\n<td>10%</td>\n<td>1,216</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Education</td>\n<td>3,458</td>\n<td>8%</td>\n<td>1,049</td>\n<td>8%</td>\n<td>1,139</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Large business or Enterprise</td>\n<td>2,391</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n<td>805</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n<td>857</td>\n<td>7%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Government</td>\n<td>1,150</td>\n<td>3%</td>\n<td>300</td>\n<td>2%</td>\n<td>329</td>\n<td>3%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Other Option</td>\n<td>173</td>\n<td>0%</td>\n<td>101</td>\n<td>1%</td>\n<td>99</td>\n<td>1%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>How do you use WordPress in your development?</h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress Freelancer/Hobbyist</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td>16,768</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>5,145</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>5,372</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mostly as a content management system (CMS)</td>\n<td>11,754</td>\n<td>70%</td>\n<td>3,641</td>\n<td>71%</td>\n<td>3,959</td>\n<td>74%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>About half the time as a blogging platform and half the time as a CMS</td>\n<td>2,825</td>\n<td>17%</td>\n<td>812</td>\n<td>16%</td>\n<td>721</td>\n<td>13%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mostly as an application framework</td>\n<td>1,012</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n<td>343</td>\n<td>7%</td>\n<td>344</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mostly as a blogging platform</td>\n<td>992</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n<td>246</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n<td>226</td>\n<td>4%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Other Option</td>\n<td>185</td>\n<td>1%</td>\n<td>105</td>\n<td>2%</td>\n<td>122</td>\n<td>2%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>How much is your average WordPress site customized from the original WordPress installation?</h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress Freelancer/Hobbyist</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td>16,699</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>5,131</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>5,317</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>A lot of work has been done, the front end is unrecognizable, but the Dashboard still looks like the usual WordPress interface.</td>\n<td>9,457</td>\n<td>57%</td>\n<td>2,837</td>\n<td>55%</td>\n<td>2,998</td>\n<td>56%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>There&#8217;s a different theme and some plugins have been added.</td>\n<td>5,526</td>\n<td>33%</td>\n<td>1,694</td>\n<td>33%</td>\n<td>1,781</td>\n<td>34%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Not at all, it&#8217;s still pretty much the same as the original download.</td>\n<td>977</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n<td>341</td>\n<td>7%</td>\n<td>310</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>You&#8217;d never know this was a WordPress installation, everything (including the admin) has been customized.</td>\n<td>739</td>\n<td>4%</td>\n<td>261</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n<td>228</td>\n<td>4%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>How many currently active WordPress sites have you built? (2015) / Roughly how many currently active WordPress sites have you built? (2016, 2017)</h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress Freelancer/Hobbyist</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td>16,690</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>200 +</td>\n<td>514</td>\n<td>3%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>51 &#8211; 200</td>\n<td>1,728</td>\n<td>10%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>21 &#8211; 50</td>\n<td>3,000</td>\n<td>18%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>11 &#8211; 20</td>\n<td>3,146</td>\n<td>19%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>6 &#8211; 10</td>\n<td>3,405</td>\n<td>20%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>2 &#8211; 5</td>\n<td>3,838</td>\n<td>23%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>1</td>\n<td>698</td>\n<td>4%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>0</td>\n<td>361</td>\n<td>2%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>5,165</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>5367</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Thousands.</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>110</td>\n<td>2%</td>\n<td>104</td>\n<td>2%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hundreds.</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>603</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n<td>713</td>\n<td>13%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fewer than a hundred.</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>2,264</td>\n<td>44%</td>\n<td>2,457</td>\n<td>46%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Just a few, but they are really great.</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>1,871</td>\n<td>36%</td>\n<td>1,813</td>\n<td>34%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Prefer not to answer.</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>319</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n<td>280</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>Roughly what percentage of your working time is spent working with WordPress?</h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress Freelancer/Hobbyist</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td>16,658</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>5,039</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>5,241</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>100 %</td>\n<td>949</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n<td>459</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n<td>461</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>90 %</td>\n<td>1,300</td>\n<td>8%</td>\n<td>527</td>\n<td>10%</td>\n<td>540</td>\n<td>10%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>80 %</td>\n<td>1,784</td>\n<td>11%</td>\n<td>637</td>\n<td>13%</td>\n<td>711</td>\n<td>14%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>70 %</td>\n<td>1,850</td>\n<td>11%</td>\n<td>608</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n<td>627</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>60 %</td>\n<td>1,313</td>\n<td>8%</td>\n<td>438</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n<td>465</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>50 %</td>\n<td>2,095</td>\n<td>13%</td>\n<td>612</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n<td>639</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>40 %</td>\n<td>1,438</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n<td>391</td>\n<td>8%</td>\n<td>384</td>\n<td>7%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>30 %</td>\n<td>2,076</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n<td>530</td>\n<td>11%</td>\n<td>511</td>\n<td>10%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>20 %</td>\n<td>1,743</td>\n<td>10%</td>\n<td>445</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n<td>429</td>\n<td>8%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>10 %</td>\n<td>1,819</td>\n<td>11%</td>\n<td>342</td>\n<td>7%</td>\n<td>419</td>\n<td>8%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>0 %</td>\n<td>291</td>\n<td>2%</td>\n<td>52</td>\n<td>1%</td>\n<td>55</td>\n<td>1%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>How many hours of your work does the typical site take to complete? (2015) / How many hours of work does your typical WordPress project take to launch? (2016, 2017)</h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"51\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"51\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress Freelancer/Hobbyist</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td>16,670</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>5,164</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>5,378</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>More than 200</td>\n<td>503</td>\n<td>3%</td>\n<td>222</td>\n<td>4%</td>\n<td>245</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>100 &#8211; 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cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress Professional (Company/Freelancer/Hobbyist)</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td>20,687</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>I’ve written a theme from scratch.</td>\n<td>11,894</td>\n<td>25%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>I’ve written a plugin.</td>\n<td>9,719</td>\n<td>21%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>I&#8217;ve answered a question in the WordPress forum.</td>\n<td>8,805</td>\n<td>19%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>I&#8217;ve attended a WordPress meetup.</td>\n<td>4,062</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>I&#8217;ve submitted a WordPress bug report.</td>\n<td>4,062</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>I&#8217;ve attended a WordCamp.</td>\n<td>3,571</td>\n<td>8%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>I&#8217;ve contributed to WordPress documentation.</td>\n<td>1,778</td>\n<td>4%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Other Option</td>\n<td>1,739</td>\n<td>4%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>I&#8217;ve contributed a WordPress core patch.</td>\n<td>1,055</td>\n<td>2%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>What&#8217;s the best thing about WordPress?<a href=\"#text\">*</a></h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress Professional</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td>22,718</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>7,891</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>8,267</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Easy/simple/user-friendly</td>\n<td>9,450</td>\n<td>42%</td>\n<td>3,454</td>\n<td>44%</td>\n<td>3,852</td>\n<td>47%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Customizable/extensible/modular/plugins/themes</td>\n<td>8,601</td>\n<td>38%</td>\n<td>3,116</td>\n<td>39%</td>\n<td>3,555</td>\n<td>43%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Community/support/documentation/help</td>\n<td>3,806</td>\n<td>17%</td>\n<td>1,211</td>\n<td>15%</td>\n<td>1,340</td>\n<td>16%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Free/open/open source</td>\n<td>2,291</td>\n<td>10%</td>\n<td>802</td>\n<td>10%</td>\n<td>908</td>\n<td>11%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Popular/ubiquitous</td>\n<td>249</td>\n<td>1%</td>\n<td>86</td>\n<td>1%</td>\n<td>187</td>\n<td>2%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3> What&#8217;s the most frustrating thing about WordPress?<a href=\"#text\">*</a></h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress Professional</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td>21,144</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>7,294</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>7,691</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Plugins &amp; themes (abandoned/conflicts/coding standards)</td>\n<td>6,122</td>\n<td>29%</td>\n<td>2,194</td>\n<td>30%</td>\n<td>2,187</td>\n<td>28%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Security/vulnerabilities/hacks</td>\n<td>2,321</td>\n<td>11%</td>\n<td>712</td>\n<td>10%</td>\n<td>829</td>\n<td>11%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Updates</td>\n<td>1,544</td>\n<td>7%</td>\n<td>422</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n<td>508</td>\n<td>7%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Nothing/I don&#8217;t know/can&#8217;t think of anything</td>\n<td>1,276</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n<td>344</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n<td>476</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Speed/performance/slow/heavy</td>\n<td>1,196</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n<td>644</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n<td>516</td>\n<td>7%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>WordPress is as good as, or better than, its main competitors.</h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress Professional</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses (this question was not asked in the 2015 survey)</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>8,672</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>9,059</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Agree</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>7551</td>\n<td>87%</td>\n<td>7836</td>\n<td>87%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Prefer not to answer</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>754</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n<td>795</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Disagree</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>370</td>\n<td>4%</td>\n<td>428</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h2 id=\"user\">WordPress Users</h2>\n<h3>Which of the following describes how you use WordPress?</h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress User</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td>15,169</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>5,043</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>5,521</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>My personal blog (or blogs) uses WordPress.</td>\n<td>9,395</td>\n<td>36%</td>\n<td>3,117</td>\n<td>36%</td>\n<td>3,424</td>\n<td>36%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>My company or organization&#8217;s website is built with WordPress software.</td>\n<td>7,480</td>\n<td>29%</td>\n<td>2,519</td>\n<td>29%</td>\n<td>2,841</td>\n<td>30%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>I have a hobby or side project that has a website built with WordPress.</td>\n<td>6,112</td>\n<td>23%</td>\n<td>1,973</td>\n<td>23%</td>\n<td>2,200</td>\n<td>23%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>I write (or otherwise work) for an online publication that uses WordPress.</td>\n<td>2,329</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n<td>806</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n<td>821</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Other Option</td>\n<td>872</td>\n<td>3%</td>\n<td>234</td>\n<td>3%</td>\n<td>288</td>\n<td>3%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>Who installed your WordPress website?</h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress User</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td>15,055</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>5,020</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>5,523</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>I did.</td>\n<td>11,216</td>\n<td>66%</td>\n<td>3,659</td>\n<td>73%</td>\n<td>4,129</td>\n<td>75%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>My hosting provider</td>\n<td>2,236</td>\n<td>13%</td>\n<td>667</td>\n<td>13%</td>\n<td>767</td>\n<td>14%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>An external company</td>\n<td>909</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n<td>182</td>\n<td>4%</td>\n<td>178</td>\n<td>3%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>An internal web person/team or a colleague</td>\n<td>874</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n<td>178</td>\n<td>4%</td>\n<td>191</td>\n<td>3%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>A friend or family member</td>\n<td>787</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n<td>192</td>\n<td>4%</td>\n<td>172</td>\n<td>3%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>I don&#8217;t know</td>\n<td>502</td>\n<td>3%</td>\n<td>145</td>\n<td>3%</td>\n<td>87</td>\n<td>2%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Other Option</td>\n<td>345</td>\n<td>2%</td>\n<td>n/a</td>\n<td>n/a</td>\n<td>n/a</td>\n<td>n/a</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>How much has the site been customized from the original WordPress installation?</h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress User</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td>14,789</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>4,997</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>5,494</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>There&#8217;s a different theme and some plugins have been added.</td>\n<td>7,465</td>\n<td>50%</td>\n<td>2,337</td>\n<td>47%</td>\n<td>2,660</td>\n<td>48%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>A lot of work has been done, the site itself is unrecognizable from the original theme, but the Dashboard still looks like the usual WordPress interface.</td>\n<td>4,715</td>\n<td>32%</td>\n<td>1,707</td>\n<td>34%</td>\n<td>1,872</td>\n<td>34%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Not at all, it&#8217;s still pretty much the same as it was when I started out.</td>\n<td>1,841</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n<td>635</td>\n<td>13%</td>\n<td>673</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>You&#8217;d never know this was a WordPress installation, everything has been customized.</td>\n<td>768</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n<td>321</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n<td>290</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>What&#8217;s the best thing about WordPress?<a href=\"#text\">*</a></h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress User</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td>14,328</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>4,613</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>5,076</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Easy/simple/user-friendly</td>\n<td>7,391</td>\n<td>52%</td>\n<td>2,276</td>\n<td>49%</td>\n<td>2,511</td>\n<td>49%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Customizable/extensible/modular/plugins/themes</td>\n<td>4,219</td>\n<td>29%</td>\n<td>1,569</td>\n<td>34%</td>\n<td>1,632</td>\n<td>32%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Free/open/open source</td>\n<td>1,586</td>\n<td>11%</td>\n<td>493</td>\n<td>11%</td>\n<td>538</td>\n<td>11%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Community/support/documentation/help</td>\n<td>1,085</td>\n<td>8%</td>\n<td>388</td>\n<td>8%</td>\n<td>458</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Popular/ubiquitous</td>\n<td>223</td>\n<td>2%</td>\n<td>74</td>\n<td>2%</td>\n<td>48</td>\n<td>1%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>What&#8217;s the most frustrating thing about WordPress?<a href=\"#text\">*</a></h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress User</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td>13,681</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>4,287</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>4,758</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Plugins &amp; themes (abandoned/conflicts/coding standards)</td>\n<td>2,531</td>\n<td>19%</td>\n<td>1,183</td>\n<td>28%</td>\n<td>1,300</td>\n<td>27%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Customization/design/look/template</td>\n<td>1,273</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n<td>381</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n<td>408</td>\n<td>9%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Code/coding/PHP</td>\n<td>931</td>\n<td>7%</td>\n<td>306</td>\n<td>7%</td>\n<td>277</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Updates</td>\n<td>926</td>\n<td>7%</td>\n<td>209</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n<td>296</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Security/vulnerabilites/hacks</td>\n<td>785</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n<td>255</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n<td>292</td>\n<td>6%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>WordPress is as good as, or better than, its main competitors.</h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"51\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"51\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: WordPress User</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>5,026</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>5,498</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Agree</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>4,038</td>\n<td>80%</td>\n<td>4,462</td>\n<td>81%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Prefer not to answer</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>737</td>\n<td>15%</td>\n<td>782</td>\n<td>14%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Disagree</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>254</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n<td>255</td>\n<td>5%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h2 id=\"all\">All Respondents</h2>\n<h3>Can you (truthfully!) say &#8220;I make my living from WordPress&#8221;?</h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: All Respondents</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses (combination of all three groups from 2015; this question was not broken out by group in 2016-2017)</td>\n<td>42,236</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>14,906</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>15,616</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Not really, but I do get some or all of my income as a result of working with WordPress.</td>\n<td>16,607</td>\n<td>39%</td>\n<td>5,408</td>\n<td>36%</td>\n<td>5,702</td>\n<td>37%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Yes.</td>\n<td>9,635</td>\n<td>23%</td>\n<td>4,791</td>\n<td>32%</td>\n<td>5,033</td>\n<td>32%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>No.</td>\n<td>15,995</td>\n<td>38%</td>\n<td>4,713</td>\n<td>32%</td>\n<td>4,882</td>\n<td>31%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>Which devices do you access WordPress on?</h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: All Respondents</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses (combination of all three groups from 2015; this question was not broken out by group in 2016-2017)</td>\n<td>42,433</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Web</td>\n<td>40,503</td>\n<td>95%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Android phone</td>\n<td>15,396</td>\n<td>36%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>iPhone</td>\n<td>12,353</td>\n<td>29%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>iPad</td>\n<td>11,748</td>\n<td>28%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Android tablet</td>\n<td>9,223</td>\n<td>22%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Desktop app, like MarsEdit</td>\n<td>6,018</td>\n<td>14%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Other Option</td>\n<td>1837</td>\n<td>4%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses (this question was not broken out by group in 2016-2017)</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>14,840</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>15,597</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Web browser on a desktop or laptop</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>14,160</td>\n<td>54%</td>\n<td>15,052</td>\n<td>55%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Web browser on a mobile device (tablet or phone)</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>7,952</td>\n<td>30%</td>\n<td>8,248</td>\n<td>30%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>An app on a mobile device (table or phone)</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>3,309</td>\n<td>13%</td>\n<td>3,311</td>\n<td>12%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>A desktop app like MarsEdit</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>517</td>\n<td>2%</td>\n<td>498</td>\n<td>2%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Other Option</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>282</td>\n<td>1%</td>\n<td>240</td>\n<td>1%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>WordPress now updates minor &amp; security releases automatically for you. Check all that apply: (question not asked in 2016, 2017)</h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: All Respondents</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses (combination of all three groups)</td>\n<td>39,726</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>I love auto-updates.</td>\n<td>17,367</td>\n<td>44%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>I&#8217;d like to see auto-updates for plugins.</td>\n<td>12,796</td>\n<td>32%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Initially, I was nervous about auto updates.</td>\n<td>11,868</td>\n<td>30%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Auto updates still make me nervous.</td>\n<td>10,809</td>\n<td>27%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Auto updates don&#8217;t make me nervous now.</td>\n<td>10,708</td>\n<td>27%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>I&#8217;d like to see auto-updates for themes.</td>\n<td>10,449</td>\n<td>26%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>I&#8217;d like to see auto updates for major versions of WordPress.</td>\n<td>10,225</td>\n<td>26%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>This is the first I&#8217;ve heard of auto-updates.</td>\n<td>8,660</td>\n<td>22%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>I hate auto-updates.</td>\n<td>3,293</td>\n<td>8%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>What is your gender?<a href=\"#text\">*</a></h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"51\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"51\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: All respondents (This question was not asked in the 2015 survey.)</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>13,953</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>14,680</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Male</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>10,978</td>\n<td>78.68%</td>\n<td>11,570</td>\n<td>78.81%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Female</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>2,340</td>\n<td>16.77%</td>\n<td>2,511</td>\n<td>21.70%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Prefer not to answer</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>601</td>\n<td>4.31%</td>\n<td>562</td>\n<td>3.83%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Transgender</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>11</td>\n<td>0.08%</td>\n<td>8</td>\n<td>0.05%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Nonbinary</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>8</td>\n<td>0.06%</td>\n<td>17</td>\n<td>0.12%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Genderqueer</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>4</td>\n<td>0.03%</td>\n<td>3</td>\n<td>0.02%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Androgynous</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>6</td>\n<td>0.04%</td>\n<td>5</td>\n<td>0.03%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fluid</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>3</td>\n<td>0.02%</td>\n<td>4</td>\n<td>0.03%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Demimale</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>2</td>\n<td>0.01%</td>\n<td>0</td>\n<td>0</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>Where are you located?</h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"51\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"51\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2016</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2017</strong></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><em>Group: All respondents (This question was not asked in the 2015 survey.)</em></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Number of responses</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>14,562</td>\n<td></td>\n<td>15,343</td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>United States</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>3,770</td>\n<td>25.89%</td>\n<td>4,067</td>\n<td>26.51%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>India</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>1,456</td>\n<td>10.00%</td>\n<td>1,424</td>\n<td>9.28%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>United Kingdom</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>810</td>\n<td>5.56%</td>\n<td>900</td>\n<td>5.87%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Germany</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>555</td>\n<td>3.81%</td>\n<td>729</td>\n<td>4.75%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Canada</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>511</td>\n<td>3.51%</td>\n<td>599</td>\n<td>3.90%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Australia</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>389</td>\n<td>2.67%</td>\n<td>460</td>\n<td>3.00%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Italy</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>298</td>\n<td>2.05%</td>\n<td>356</td>\n<td>2.32%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Netherlands</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>343</td>\n<td>2.36%</td>\n<td>350</td>\n<td>2.28%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>France</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>232</td>\n<td>1.59%</td>\n<td>283</td>\n<td>1.84%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Bangladesh</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>257</td>\n<td>1.76%</td>\n<td>263</td>\n<td>1.71%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Spain</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>271</td>\n<td>1.86%</td>\n<td>252</td>\n<td>1.64%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Brazil</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>239</td>\n<td>1.64%</td>\n<td>251</td>\n<td>1.64%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Pakistan</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>254</td>\n<td>1.74%</td>\n<td>240</td>\n<td>1.56%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Indonesia</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>230</td>\n<td>1.58%</td>\n<td>226</td>\n<td>1.47%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Iran, Islamic Republic of</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>190</td>\n<td>1.30%</td>\n<td>173</td>\n<td>1.13%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sweden</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>144</td>\n<td>0.99%</td>\n<td>173</td>\n<td>1.13%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Nigeria</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>196</td>\n<td>1.35%</td>\n<td>172</td>\n<td>1.12%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>South Africa</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>193</td>\n<td>1.33%</td>\n<td>172</td>\n<td>1.12%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Russian Federation</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>181</td>\n<td>1.24%</td>\n<td>151</td>\n<td>0.98%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Poland</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>129</td>\n<td>0.89%</td>\n<td>137</td>\n<td>0.89%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Romania</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>144</td>\n<td>0.99%</td>\n<td>132</td>\n<td>0.86%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Switzerland</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>122</td>\n<td>0.84%</td>\n<td>130</td>\n<td>0.85%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Philippines</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>92</td>\n<td>0.63%</td>\n<td>125</td>\n<td>0.81%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>China</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>136</td>\n<td>0.93%</td>\n<td>123</td>\n<td>0.80%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Austria</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>89</td>\n<td>0.61%</td>\n<td>122</td>\n<td>0.80%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Ukraine</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>105</td>\n<td>0.72%</td>\n<td>118</td>\n<td>0.77%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Denmark</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>107</td>\n<td>0.73%</td>\n<td>114</td>\n<td>0.74%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Greece</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>120</td>\n<td>0.82%</td>\n<td>114</td>\n<td>0.74%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Portugal</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>94</td>\n<td>0.65%</td>\n<td>109</td>\n<td>0.71%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Vietnam</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>101</td>\n<td>0.69%</td>\n<td>108</td>\n<td>0.70%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mexico</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>94</td>\n<td>0.65%</td>\n<td>105</td>\n<td>0.68%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Nepal</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>76</td>\n<td>0.52%</td>\n<td>97</td>\n<td>0.63%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Ireland</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>72</td>\n<td>0.49%</td>\n<td>94</td>\n<td>0.61%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Israel</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>78</td>\n<td>0.54%</td>\n<td>94</td>\n<td>0.61%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>New Zealand</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>77</td>\n<td>0.53%</td>\n<td>91</td>\n<td>0.59%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Finland</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>63</td>\n<td>0.43%</td>\n<td>90</td>\n<td>0.59%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Turkey</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>91</td>\n<td>0.62%</td>\n<td>86</td>\n<td>0.56%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Malaysia</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>91</td>\n<td>0.62%</td>\n<td>81</td>\n<td>0.53%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Belgium</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>84</td>\n<td>0.58%</td>\n<td>79</td>\n<td>0.51%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Norway</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>66</td>\n<td>0.45%</td>\n<td>79</td>\n<td>0.51%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Argentina</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>65</td>\n<td>0.45%</td>\n<td>76</td>\n<td>0.50%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Bulgaria</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>74</td>\n<td>0.51%</td>\n<td>72</td>\n<td>0.47%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Japan</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>61</td>\n<td>0.42%</td>\n<td>68</td>\n<td>0.44%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Thailand</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>69</td>\n<td>0.47%</td>\n<td>67</td>\n<td>0.44%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Czech Republic</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>76</td>\n<td>0.52%</td>\n<td>66</td>\n<td>0.43%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Serbia</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>89</td>\n<td>0.61%</td>\n<td>63</td>\n<td>0.41%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Kenya</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>58</td>\n<td>0.40%</td>\n<td>62</td>\n<td>0.40%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Colombia</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>39</td>\n<td>0.27%</td>\n<td>59</td>\n<td>0.38%</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Egypt</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td>40</td>\n<td>0.27%</td>\n<td>52</td>\n<td>0.34%</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>What is your age?</h3>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"554\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"36\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"51\" />\n<col width=\"47\" />\n<col width=\"51\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\"><strong>2015</strong></td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"2\" 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Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday of the month (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave.  The meeting dates for the remainder of our 2011/2012 fiscal year are: November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2, and May 7','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-16','','','2012-02-08 13:34:17','2012-02-08 19:34:17','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/02/08/240-revision-16/',0,'revision','',0),(302,1,'2011-12-15 18:17:22','2011-12-16 00:17:22','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>History of the Kenwood Neighborhood</strong>\r\n\r\nKenwood was the name of an addition platted just outside the Minneapolis city limits around 1887.  At that time, a rail line ran along the west side of the neighborhood near the shoreline of Cedar Lake.  A depot and a hotel were located at what is now West 22nd Street where it ends at Cedar Lake.\r\n\r\nLake of the Isles and its shoreline were acquired by the City of Minneapolis in 1886.  The lake became part of the city’s famed park system and “Chain of Lakes”, along with Cedar Lake to the west and Lakes Calhoun and Harriet to the south.  Lake of the Isles originally was a very large, mosquito-infested swamp, and in 1899, the city started the dredging that created the charming lake with its unusual islands, extensive shoreline, and surrounding picturesque parkland.\r\n\r\nA newspaper ad of the late 1880’s announced the Kenwood Addition as “high, sightly and attractive” and as the “choicest place for elegant residences.”  Lots were platted, streets were graded, city water pipes were laid, and city streetcar lines were planned.  Soon a number of large residences were built and over the next few decades the neighborhood filled with homes built in various styles then popular.\r\n\r\nKenwood has several landmarks In addition to Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake.  These include the 1910 brick water tower on Kenwood Parkway; the Peavey Fountain (originally built to water horses) at the intersection of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway and Kenwood Parkway; the “Mary Tyler Moore House” of television programming fame at the SW corner of Kenwood Parkway and W. 21st Street; and three grand, adjoining homes on the 2200 block of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway, built by Cream of Wheat founder Emory Mapes for himself and family members.  Other landmarks are Kenwood’s small commercially zoned area at Penn Ave. S. and W. 21st Street; Kenwood Elementary School and Park/Recreation Center at Penn Ave. S. and W. Franklin Ave;  Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church on W. Lake of the Isles Parkway at W. 21st St; and the very large natural green space amenity, Kenwood Park.\r\n\r\nKenwood Park occupies most of the northern portion of the neighborhood.  Although the park includes baseball and soccer fields, tennis courts, and a playground, most of the park has been reserved as open, natural space.  According to the Minneapolis Park Board website, the land for Kenwood Park was purchased in 1907, and low land in the park was filled with material dredged from Lake of the Isles in 1908.  Tennis courts and sidewalks were installed between 1911 and 1913.  During the 1920’s, neighborhood residents opposed plans for further development of the park, fearing the destruction of the park’s natural features.  Neighborhood opposition caused the development plans to be scaled back significantly.\r\n\r\nKenwood includes about 540 residential structures, most of which are single-family houses dating from the late 1800’s and early 1900’s.  Many larger homes were divided into rooming houses and duplexes during the mid-1900’s, but in the 1960’s and 1970’s most of these homes were rehabilitated and converted back to single-family use.  Kenwood’s popularity grew in the 1980’s and 1990’s as residents and buyers recognized the increasing value of the neighborhood’s beautiful homes and Kenwood’s proximity to downtown, Uptown, and the Minneapolis park and lake system.\r\n\r\nThose interested in historical research can find many photographs of the neighborhood in the archives of the Minnesota Historical Society, at <a title=\"www.mnhs.org\" href=\"http://www.mnhs.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mnhs.org</a> , and the Minneapolis Public Library, at <a title=\"www.mplib.org\" href=\"http://www.mplib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mplib.org</a>.<strong><strong>\r\n</strong></strong>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong>\r\n<table width=\"507\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"><col width=\"116\" /> <col width=\"75\" /> <col width=\"78\" /> <col width=\"53\" /> <col width=\"79\" /> <col span=\"2\" width=\"53\" />\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"3\" width=\"269\" height=\"18\">KENWOOD</td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"79\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"4\" height=\"18\"> GENERAL DEMOGRAPHICS IN 2000</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"12\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td>COUNT</td>\r\n<td>PERCENT</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">POPULATION</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Total</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1500</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Gender</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Male</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">756</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">50.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Female</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">744</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">49.6%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Age</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Under Age 5</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">105</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">7.0%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">5 to 9</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">98</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.5%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">10 to 14</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">102</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">15 to 19</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">65</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">4.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">20 to 24</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">33</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">25 to 34</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">168</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">11.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">35 to 44</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">274</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">18.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">45 to 54</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">312</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">20.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">55 to 59</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">121</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">8.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">60 to 64</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">72</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">4.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">65 to 74</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">92</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">75 to 84</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">40</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">85 &amp; over</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">18</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Median age</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">41.8</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Race</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">White</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1416</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">94.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Black</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">21</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Am. Indian</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">0.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Asian</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">40</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Other</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">0.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">2 or more races</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">16</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">HOUSING UNITS</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Total</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">620</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">606</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">97.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Vacant</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">14</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Owner Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">508</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">83.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Renter Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">98</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">16.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"2\" height=\"15\">Source:  US Census Bureau</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> has a Crime &amp; Safety Committee to promote safety in our neighborhood, chaired by Mark Johnson.  Committee goals include educating residents about safety issues, recruiting block leaders, and maintaining communications with the Minneapolis Police Department and the 5th Police Precinct’s civilian Crime Prevention Specialist.\r\n\r\nFor detailed information regarding crime prevention, graffiti removal, unwanted solicitations, and other safety tips, visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police</a>.\r\n\r\nThe Kenwood neighborhood is assigned to the 5th Precinct of the Minneapolis Police Department.  If you want to receive the Precinct’s quarterly e-newsletter, please subscribe at the bottom of: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>.\r\n\r\nWanted: Block Club Leaders! – Block clubs provide a way for neighbors to know one another, increase awareness, and decrease opportunities for crimes to occur.  Want to become a block club leader?  Please contact Chelsea Adams, our 5th Precinct Crime Prevention Specialist, at: <a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> publishes a monthly e-newsletter for Kenwood residents, including up-to-date crime information along with other news and events.  Special crime alert bulletins are also distributed when needed.  To be added to our resident email distribution list, send your email address to Kathy Williams, KIAA’s Communication Committee Chair: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>.\r\n\r\nNational Night Out (NNO) is an annual nationwide crime prevention event held in early August.  Residents participate in outdoor block parties and get to know their neighbors.  The event also promotes positive community-police partnerships in the context of a fun summer evening with family, neighbors, and friends.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">###</span></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">When to call 911</span></strong>\r\n<strong>A MESSAGE FROM A MPD CRIME PREVENTION SPECIALIST</strong>\r\n\r\nMany citizens observe suspicious activities or hear something that doesn’t seem right.  We think briefly about phoning 911, but often decide not to.  Below is a list of thoughts and facts about calling 911 that hopefully will demonstrate why we need to revise our thinking.\r\n\r\n1.) Thought:  Maybe this isn’t an emergency; is calling 911 appropriate?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> 911 is the only number in Minneapolis you can call to get a police, fire or ambulance response (examples: loud music or parties; gunshot sounds; alarms or glass being broken; unfamiliar person carrying valuable items down an alley or from a neighbor’s house; someone shouting “help”, “fire”, or “rape”; car driving slowly down the alley with its lights off; a person peering into parked cars, garages, or house windows).\r\n\r\n2.) Thought:  Will the perpetrator/s retaliate against me?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> Officers do not identify any 911 caller when stopping or talking to a suspicious person. You may also tell the 911 operator you want to remain anonymous. In cases of misdemeanor crime, the police might need to call you and have you verify the person and what you saw. Your anonymity can still be kept.\r\n\r\n3.) Thought:  By the time the police arrive, the suspicious person/s or vehicle will be gone.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> A caller to 911 is most helpful if able to describe the person/s, vehicle/s, and direction of travel (if moving). A 911 dispatcher can send messages to an officer’s in-squad-car computer.  If the suspicious person/s or vehicles are spotted at a later time, a good description provides the officer with enough probable cause to stop and identify the person or vehicle.\r\n\r\n4.) Thought:  I don’t want to get involved; maybe someone else will call.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> In order to have safer streets and communities, everyone needs to help.  Call 911 whenever you witness illegal or suspicious behavior/activity. The police need the community’s eyes and ears.  Without citizen help, our Minneapolis police have a much harder time enforcing the laws and stopping criminal behavior.\r\n\r\n<strong>Chelsea Adams</strong>\r\nCrime Prevention Specialist\r\nMinneapolis Police Department, 5th Precinct\r\n3101 Nicollet Ave S,\r\nMinneapolis, MN  55408\r\n<a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>\r\n(612) 673-2819\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong>\r\n\r\nARTRAGEOUS ADVENTURES\r\n612-423-7554\r\n2121 W. 21st St.\r\nAmanda Vallone\r\n<a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>\r\nA kids art studio; create, play &amp; party!\r\n\r\nBIRCHBARK BOOKS                                                                                                         612-374-4023\r\n2115 W. 21st St.                                                                                         <a href=\"mailto:info@birchbarkbooks.com\">info@birchbarkbooks.com</a>                                                                        <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com </a>                                                                                                                     A full-range indie bookstore featuring American Indian arts &amp; crafts                                HOURS\r\nMon – Fri: 9:00 to 6:00\r\nSat: 10:00 to 5:00\r\nSun: 11:00 to 5:00\r\n\r\nBOCKLEY GALLERY                                                                                                          612-377-4669\r\n2123 W. 21st St.                                                                                <a href=\"mailto:information@bockleygallerv.com\">information@bockleygallerv.com</a>                                                                <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>\r\nArt gallery  EXHIBITION HOURS  Wed, Fri, Sat: Noon to 5:00  Thu: Noon to 7:00\r\n\r\nFRAMESTYLES                                                                                                                   612-374-2420\r\n2107 Penn Ave. S.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.framestyles.net\" target=\"_blank\">www.framestyles.net</a>                                                                                                                     Custom frame and gift shop                                                                                                          HOURS\r\nMon – Thu: 10:00 to 8:00\r\nFri: 10:00 to 6:00\r\nSat: 10:00 to 5:00\r\nSun: Noon to 4:00\r\n\r\nKENWOOD CAFÉ\r\n612-377-6876                                                                                                                                      2115 W. 21st St.\r\nDeli and neighborhood gathering spot                                                                                          HOURS\r\nMon - Sat: 7:00 to 7:00  Sun: 8:00 to 5:00                                                                            Extended hours event related\r\n\r\nKENWOOD ELEMENTARY  SCHOOL                                                                        612-668-2760\r\n2013 Penn Ave. S.\r\nSue Payne, Community Liaison <a href=\"mailto:Kenwoodpta@yahoo.com\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwoodpta@yahoo.com</a>          <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>                                                                                       Neighborhood school - K to 5th grade\r\n\r\nKENWOOD PET CLINIC                                                                                                    612-377-5551\r\n2107 Penn Ave. S.                                                                                     <a href=\"http://www.kenwoodpetclinic.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwoodpetclinic.com</a>                                                                                                        Routine and specialized medical &amp; surgical care, including dentistry\r\nHOURS\r\nMon and Thu: 8:30 to 6:00  Tue and Wed: 8:30 to 8:00  Fri: 8:30 to 5:30\r\nSat: 8:30 to 1:00\r\n\r\nKENWOOD RECREATION  CENTER\r\n612-370-4941\r\n2101 W. Franklin Ave.  <a href=\"mailto:mmercil@minneapolisparks.org\">mmercil@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>  Year-round City Park offering recreational  programs for all ages. Rental space avail.\r\nHOURS\r\nNon-summer: Mon - Fri: 12:30 to 9:00             Sat: 9:00 to 3:00\r\n\r\nSummer: Mon - Thu: 12:30 to 9:00             Fri: 12:30 to 5:00\r\n\r\nSTEPHEN DEAN\'S TAILORS                                                                                           612-374-2663\r\n2102 Penn Ave. S, Lower Level                                                                                                Complete alterations for men\'s and women\'s clothing\r\nHOURS\r\nTue - Fri: 8:30 to 5:00  Sat: 9:00 to 3:00\r\n\r\n<strong>Note:</strong> Business hours are subject to  change','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-47','','','2011-12-15 18:17:22','2011-12-16 00:17:22','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/12/15/11-revision-47/',0,'revision','',0),(11,1,'2011-08-14 19:10:54','2011-08-14 19:10:54','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>History of the Kenwood Neighborhood</strong>\r\n\r\nKenwood was the name of an addition platted just outside the Minneapolis city limits around 1887.  At that time, a rail line ran along the west side of the neighborhood near the shoreline of Cedar Lake.  A depot and a hotel were located at what is now West 22nd Street where it ends at Cedar Lake.\r\n\r\nLake of the Isles and its shoreline were acquired by the City of Minneapolis in 1886.  The lake became part of the city’s famed park system and “Chain of Lakes”, along with Cedar Lake to the west and Lakes Calhoun and Harriet to the south.  Lake of the Isles originally was a very large, mosquito-infested swamp, and in 1899, the city started the dredging that created the charming lake with its unusual islands, extensive shoreline, and surrounding picturesque parkland.\r\n\r\nA newspaper ad of the late 1880’s announced the Kenwood Addition as “high, sightly and attractive” and as the “choicest place for elegant residences.”  Lots were platted, streets were graded, city water pipes were laid, and city streetcar lines were planned.  Soon a number of large residences were built and over the next few decades the neighborhood filled with homes built in various styles then popular.\r\n\r\nKenwood has several landmarks In addition to Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake.  These include the 1910 brick water tower on Kenwood Parkway; the Peavey Fountain (originally built to water horses) at the intersection of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway and Kenwood Parkway; the “Mary Tyler Moore House” of television programming fame at the SW corner of Kenwood Parkway and W. 21st Street; and three grand, adjoining homes on the 2200 block of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway, built by Cream of Wheat founder Emory Mapes for himself and family members.  Other landmarks are Kenwood’s small commercially zoned area at Penn Ave. S. and W. 21st Street; Kenwood Elementary School and Park/Recreation Center at Penn Ave. S. and W. Franklin Ave;  Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church on W. Lake of the Isles Parkway at W. 21st St; and the very large natural green space amenity, Kenwood Park.\r\n\r\nKenwood Park occupies most of the northern portion of the neighborhood.  Although the park includes baseball and soccer fields, tennis courts, and a playground, most of the park has been reserved as open, natural space.  According to the Minneapolis Park Board website, the land for Kenwood Park was purchased in 1907, and low land in the park was filled with material dredged from Lake of the Isles in 1908.  Tennis courts and sidewalks were installed between 1911 and 1913.  During the 1920’s, neighborhood residents opposed plans for further development of the park, fearing the destruction of the park’s natural features.  Neighborhood opposition caused the development plans to be scaled back significantly.\r\n\r\nKenwood includes about 540 residential structures, most of which are single-family houses dating from the late 1800’s and early 1900’s.  Many larger homes were divided into rooming houses and duplexes during the mid-1900’s, but in the 1960’s and 1970’s most of these homes were rehabilitated and converted back to single-family use.  Kenwood’s popularity grew in the 1980’s and 1990’s as residents and buyers recognized the increasing value of the neighborhood’s beautiful homes and Kenwood’s proximity to downtown, Uptown, and the Minneapolis park and lake system.\r\n\r\nThose interested in historical research can find many photographs of the neighborhood in the archives of the Minnesota Historical Society, at <a title=\"www.mnhs.org\" href=\"http://www.mnhs.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mnhs.org</a> , and the Minneapolis Public Library, at <a title=\"www.mplib.org\" href=\"http://www.mplib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mplib.org</a>.<strong><strong>\r\n</strong></strong>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong>\r\n<table width=\"507\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"><colgroup> <col width=\"116\" /> <col width=\"75\" /> <col width=\"78\" /> <col width=\"53\" /> <col width=\"79\" /> <col span=\"2\" width=\"53\" /></colgroup>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"3\" width=\"269\" height=\"18\">KENWOOD</td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"79\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"4\" height=\"18\"> GENERAL DEMOGRAPHICS IN 2000</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"12\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td>COUNT</td>\r\n<td>PERCENT</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">POPULATION</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Total</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1500</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Gender</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Male</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">756</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">50.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Female</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">744</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">49.6%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Age</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Under Age 5</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">105</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">7.0%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">5 to 9</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">98</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.5%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">10 to 14</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">102</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">15 to 19</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">65</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">4.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">20 to 24</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">33</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">25 to 34</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">168</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">11.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">35 to 44</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">274</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">18.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">45 to 54</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">312</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">20.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">55 to 59</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">121</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">8.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">60 to 64</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">72</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">4.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">65 to 74</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">92</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">75 to 84</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">40</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">85 &amp; over</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">18</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Median age</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">41.8</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Race</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">White</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1416</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">94.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Black</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">21</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Am. Indian</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">0.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Asian</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">40</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Other</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">0.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">2 or more races</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">16</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">HOUSING UNITS</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Total</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">620</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">606</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">97.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Vacant</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">14</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Owner Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">508</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">83.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Renter Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">98</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">16.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"2\" height=\"15\">Source:  US Census Bureau</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> has a Crime &amp; Safety Committee to promote safety in our neighborhood, chaired by Mark Johnson.  Committee goals include educating residents about safety issues, recruiting block leaders, and maintaining communications with the Minneapolis Police Department and the 5th Police Precinct’s civilian Crime Prevention Specialist.\r\n\r\nFor detailed information regarding crime prevention, graffiti removal, unwanted solicitations, and other safety tips, visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police</a>.\r\n\r\nThe Kenwood neighborhood is assigned to the 5th Precinct of the Minneapolis Police Department.  If you want to receive the Precinct’s quarterly e-newsletter, please subscribe at the bottom of: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>.\r\n\r\nWanted: Block Club Leaders! – Block clubs provide a way for neighbors to know one another, increase awareness, and decrease opportunities for crimes to occur.  Want to become a block club leader?  Please contact Chelsea Adams, our 5th Precinct Crime Prevention Specialist, at: <a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> publishes a monthly e-newsletter for Kenwood residents, including up-to-date crime information along with other news and events.  Special crime alert bulletins are also distributed when needed.  A new volunteer is needed in order to continue the newsletter.\r\n\r\nNational Night Out (NNO) is an annual nationwide crime prevention event held in early August.  Residents participate in outdoor block parties and get to know their neighbors.  The event also promotes positive community-police partnerships in the context of a fun summer evening with family, neighbors, and friends.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">###</span></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">When to call 911</span></strong>\r\n<strong>A MESSAGE FROM A MPD CRIME PREVENTION SPECIALIST</strong>\r\n\r\nMany citizens observe suspicious activities or hear something that doesn’t seem right.  We think briefly about phoning 911, but often decide not to.  Below is a list of thoughts and facts about calling 911 that hopefully will demonstrate why we need to revise our thinking.\r\n\r\n1.) Thought:  Maybe this isn’t an emergency; is calling 911 appropriate?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> 911 is the only number in Minneapolis you can call to get a police, fire or ambulance response (examples: loud music or parties; gunshot sounds; alarms or glass being broken; unfamiliar person carrying valuable items down an alley or from a neighbor’s house; someone shouting “help”, “fire”, or “rape”; car driving slowly down the alley with its lights off; a person peering into parked cars, garages, or house windows).\r\n\r\n2.) Thought:  Will the perpetrator/s retaliate against me?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> Officers do not identify any 911 caller when stopping or talking to a suspicious person. You may also tell the 911 operator you want to remain anonymous. In cases of misdemeanor crime, the police might need to call you and have you verify the person and what you saw. Your anonymity can still be kept.\r\n\r\n3.) Thought:  By the time the police arrive, the suspicious person/s or vehicle will be gone.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> A caller to 911 is most helpful if able to describe the person/s, vehicle/s, and direction of travel (if moving). A 911 dispatcher can send messages to an officer’s in-squad-car computer.  If the suspicious person/s or vehicles are spotted at a later time, a good description provides the officer with enough probable cause to stop and identify the person or vehicle.\r\n\r\n4.) Thought:  I don’t want to get involved; maybe someone else will call.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> In order to have safer streets and communities, everyone needs to help.  Call 911 whenever you witness illegal or suspicious behavior/activity. The police need the community’s eyes and ears.  Without citizen help, our Minneapolis police have a much harder time enforcing the laws and stopping criminal behavior.\r\n\r\n<strong>Chelsea Adams</strong>\r\nCrime Prevention Specialist\r\nMinneapolis Police Department, 5th Precinct\r\n3101 Nicollet Ave S,\r\nMinneapolis, MN  55408\r\n<a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>\r\n(612) 673-2819\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong>\r\n\r\nARTRAGEOUS ADVENTURES\r\n612-423-7554\r\n2121 W. 21st St.\r\nAmanda Vallone\r\n<a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>\r\nA kids art studio; create, play &amp; party!\r\n\r\nBIRCHBARK BOOKS                                                                                                         612-374-4023\r\n2115 W. 21st St.                                                                                         <a href=\"mailto:info@birchbarkbooks.com\">info@birchbarkbooks.com</a>                                                                        <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com </a>                                                                                                                     A full-range indie bookstore featuring American Indian arts &amp; crafts                                HOURS\r\nMon – Fri: 9:00 to 6:00\r\nSat: 10:00 to 5:00\r\nSun: 11:00 to 5:00\r\n\r\nBOCKLEY GALLERY                                                                                                          612-377-4669\r\n2123 W. 21st St.                                                                                <a href=\"mailto:information@bockleygallerv.com\">information@bockleygallerv.com</a>                                                                <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>\r\nArt gallery  EXHIBITION HOURS  Wed, Fri, Sat: Noon to 5:00  Thu: Noon to 7:00\r\n\r\nFRAMESTYLES                                                                                                                   612-374-2420\r\n2107 Penn Ave. S.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.framestyles.net\" target=\"_blank\">www.framestyles.net</a>                                                                                                                     Custom frame and gift shop                                                                                                          HOURS\r\nMon – Thu: 10:00 to 8:00\r\nFri: 10:00 to 6:00\r\nSat: 10:00 to 5:00\r\nSun: Noon to 4:00\r\n\r\nKENWOOD ELEMENTARY  SCHOOL                                                                        612-668-2760\r\n2013 Penn Ave. S.\r\nSue Payne, Community Liaison                                                      <a href=\"mailto:Kenwoodpta@yahoo.com\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwoodpta@yahoo.com</a>                                                                 <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>                                                                                       Neighborhood school - K to 5th grade\r\n\r\nKENWOOD PET CLINIC                                                                                                    612-377-5551\r\n2107 Penn Ave. S.                                                                                     <a href=\"http://www.kenwoodpetclinic.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwoodpetclinic.com</a>                                                                                                        Routine and specialized medical &amp; surgical care, including dentistry\r\nHOURS\r\nMon and Thu: 8:30 to 6:00  Tue and Wed: 8:30 to 8:00  Fri: 8:30 to 5:30\r\nSat: 8:30 to 1:00\r\n\r\nKENWOOD RECREATION  CENTER\r\n612-370-4941\r\n2101 W. Franklin Ave.                                                                     <a href=\"mailto:mmercil@minneapolisparks.org\">mmercil@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>                                                                                                  Year-round City Park offering recreational  programs for all ages. Rental space avail.\r\nHOURS\r\nNon-summer: Mon - Fri: 12:30 to 9:00             Sat: 9:00 to 3:00\r\n\r\nSummer: Mon - Thu: 12:30 to 9:00             Fri: 12:30 to 5:00\r\n\r\nSTEPHEN DEAN\'S TAILORS                                                                                           612-374-2663\r\n2102 Penn Ave. S, Lower Level                                                                                                Complete alterations for men\'s and women\'s clothing\r\nHOURS\r\nTue - Fri: 8:30 to 5:00  Sat: 9:00 to 3:00\r\n\r\n<strong>Note:</strong> Business hours are subject to  change\r\n\r\nTHE  KENWOOD RESTAURANT                                                                                                   2115   West 21st St.                                                                                                                                                                                                                           612-377-3695  thekenwoodrestaurant.com                                                                                                                                                                                                           HOURS Tue - Thurs: 8 am - 9 pm Fri - Sat: 8 am - 10 pm Sun: 8 am - 9 pm','NEIGHBORHOOD','','publish','open','open','','neighborhood','','','2014-06-24 09:10:54','2014-06-24 14:10:54','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?page_id=11',3,'page','',0),(12,1,'2011-08-14 19:10:19','2011-08-14 19:10:19','','Neighborhood','','inherit','open','open','','11-revision','','','2011-08-14 19:10:19','2011-08-14 19:10:19','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/14/11-revision/',0,'revision','',0),(13,1,'2017-10-02 12:52:32','2017-10-02 17:52:32','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\n<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\n\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\n\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\n\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\n\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\n\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\n\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\n\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\n\nGoogle satellite view:\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\n\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\n</small>\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\n\n<strong>History of the Kenwood Neighborhood</strong>\n\nKenwood was the name of an addition platted just outside the Minneapolis city limits around 1887.  At that time, a rail line ran along the west side of the neighborhood near the shoreline of Cedar Lake.  A depot and a hotel were located at what is now West 22nd Street where it ends at Cedar Lake.\n\nLake of the Isles and its shoreline were acquired by the City of Minneapolis in 1886.  The lake became part of the city’s famed park system and “Chain of Lakes”, along with Cedar Lake to the west and Lakes Calhoun and Harriet to the south.  Lake of the Isles originally was a very large, mosquito-infested swamp, and in 1899, the city started the dredging that created the charming lake with its unusual islands, extensive shoreline, and surrounding picturesque parkland.\n\nA newspaper ad of the late 1880’s announced the Kenwood Addition as “high, sightly and attractive” and as the “choicest place for elegant residences.”  Lots were platted, streets were graded, city water pipes were laid, and city streetcar lines were planned.  Soon a number of large residences were built and over the next few decades the neighborhood filled with homes built in various styles then popular.\n\nKenwood has several landmarks In addition to Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake.  These include the 1910 brick water tower on Kenwood Parkway; the Peavey Fountain (originally built to water horses) at the intersection of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway and Kenwood Parkway; the “Mary Tyler Moore House” of television programming fame at the SW corner of Kenwood Parkway and W. 21st Street; and three grand, adjoining homes on the 2200 block of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway, built by Cream of Wheat founder Emory Mapes for himself and family members.  Other landmarks are Kenwood’s small commercially zoned area at Penn Ave. S. and W. 21st Street; Kenwood Elementary School and Park/Recreation Center at Penn Ave. S. and W. Franklin Ave;  Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church on W. Lake of the Isles Parkway at W. 21st St; and the very large natural green space amenity, Kenwood Park.\n\nKenwood Park occupies most of the northern portion of the neighborhood.  Although the park includes baseball and soccer fields, tennis courts, and a playground, most of the park has been reserved as open, natural space.  According to the Minneapolis Park Board website, the land for Kenwood Park was purchased in 1907, and low land in the park was filled with material dredged from Lake of the Isles in 1908.  Tennis courts and sidewalks were installed between 1911 and 1913.  During the 1920’s, neighborhood residents opposed plans for further development of the park, fearing the destruction of the park’s natural features.  Neighborhood opposition caused the development plans to be scaled back significantly.\n\nKenwood includes about 540 residential structures, most of which are single-family houses dating from the late 1800’s and early 1900’s.  Many larger homes were divided into rooming houses and duplexes during the mid-1900’s, but in the 1960’s and 1970’s most of these homes were rehabilitated and converted back to single-family use.  Kenwood’s popularity grew in the 1980’s and 1990’s as residents and buyers recognized the increasing value of the neighborhood’s beautiful homes and Kenwood’s proximity to downtown, Uptown, and the Minneapolis park and lake system.\n\nThose interested in historical research can find many photographs of the neighborhood in the archives of the Minnesota Historical Society, at <a title=\"www.mnhs.org\" href=\"http://www.mnhs.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mnhs.org</a> , and the Minneapolis Public Library, at <a title=\"www.mplib.org\" href=\"http://www.mplib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mplib.org</a>.<strong><strong>\n</strong></strong>\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\n\n<strong>Demographics</strong>\n<table width=\"507\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"><colgroup> <col width=\"116\" /> <col width=\"75\" /> <col width=\"78\" /> <col width=\"53\" /> <col width=\"79\" /> <col span=\"2\" width=\"53\" /></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"3\" width=\"269\" height=\"18\">KENWOOD</td>\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\n<td width=\"79\"></td>\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"4\" height=\"18\"> GENERAL DEMOGRAPHICS IN 2000</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"12\"></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\n<td>COUNT</td>\n<td>PERCENT</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">POPULATION</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">Total</td>\n<td align=\"right\">1500</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">By Gender</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">Male</td>\n<td align=\"right\">756</td>\n<td align=\"right\">50.4%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">Female</td>\n<td align=\"right\">744</td>\n<td align=\"right\">49.6%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">By Age</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">Under Age 5</td>\n<td align=\"right\">105</td>\n<td align=\"right\">7.0%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">5 to 9</td>\n<td align=\"right\">98</td>\n<td align=\"right\">6.5%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">10 to 14</td>\n<td align=\"right\">102</td>\n<td align=\"right\">6.8%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">15 to 19</td>\n<td align=\"right\">65</td>\n<td align=\"right\">4.3%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">20 to 24</td>\n<td align=\"right\">33</td>\n<td align=\"right\">2.2%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">25 to 34</td>\n<td align=\"right\">168</td>\n<td align=\"right\">11.2%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">35 to 44</td>\n<td align=\"right\">274</td>\n<td align=\"right\">18.3%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">45 to 54</td>\n<td align=\"right\">312</td>\n<td align=\"right\">20.8%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">55 to 59</td>\n<td align=\"right\">121</td>\n<td align=\"right\">8.1%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">60 to 64</td>\n<td align=\"right\">72</td>\n<td align=\"right\">4.8%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">65 to 74</td>\n<td align=\"right\">92</td>\n<td align=\"right\">6.1%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">75 to 84</td>\n<td align=\"right\">40</td>\n<td align=\"right\">2.7%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">85 &amp; over</td>\n<td align=\"right\">18</td>\n<td align=\"right\">1.2%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">Median age</td>\n<td align=\"right\">41.8</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">By Race</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">White</td>\n<td align=\"right\">1416</td>\n<td align=\"right\">94.4%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">Black</td>\n<td align=\"right\">21</td>\n<td align=\"right\">1.4%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">Am. Indian</td>\n<td align=\"right\">6</td>\n<td align=\"right\">0.4%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">Asian</td>\n<td align=\"right\">40</td>\n<td align=\"right\">2.7%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">Other</td>\n<td align=\"right\">1</td>\n<td align=\"right\">0.1%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">2 or more races</td>\n<td align=\"right\">16</td>\n<td align=\"right\">1.1%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">HOUSING UNITS</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">Total</td>\n<td align=\"right\">620</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">Occupied</td>\n<td align=\"right\">606</td>\n<td align=\"right\">97.7%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">Vacant</td>\n<td align=\"right\">14</td>\n<td align=\"right\">2.3%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">Owner Occupied</td>\n<td align=\"right\">508</td>\n<td align=\"right\">83.8%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\">Renter Occupied</td>\n<td align=\"right\">98</td>\n<td align=\"right\">16.2%</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"2\" height=\"15\">Source:  US Census Bureau</td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\n\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong>\n\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> has a Crime &amp; Safety Committee to promote safety in our neighborhood, chaired by Mark Johnson.  Committee goals include educating residents about safety issues, recruiting block leaders, and maintaining communications with the Minneapolis Police Department and the 5th Police Precinct’s civilian Crime Prevention Specialist.\n\nFor detailed information regarding crime prevention, graffiti removal, unwanted solicitations, and other safety tips, visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police</a>.\n\nThe Kenwood neighborhood is assigned to the 5th Precinct of the Minneapolis Police Department.  If you want to receive the Precinct’s quarterly e-newsletter, please subscribe at the bottom of: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>.\n\nWanted: Block Club Leaders! – Block clubs provide a way for neighbors to know one another, increase awareness, and decrease opportunities for crimes to occur.  Want to become a block club leader?  Please contact Chelsea Adams, our 5th Precinct Crime Prevention Specialist, at: <a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>.\n\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> publishes a monthly e-newsletter for Kenwood residents, including up-to-date crime information along with other news and events.  Special crime alert bulletins are also distributed when needed.  A new volunteer is needed in order to continue the newsletter.\n\nNational Night Out (NNO) is an annual nationwide crime prevention event held in early August.  Residents participate in outdoor block parties and get to know their neighbors.  The event also promotes positive community-police partnerships in the context of a fun summer evening with family, neighbors, and friends.\n\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">###</span></strong>\n\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">When to call 911</span></strong>\n<strong>A MESSAGE FROM A MPD CRIME PREVENTION SPECIALIST</strong>\n\nMany citizens observe suspicious activities or hear something that doesn’t seem right.  We think briefly about phoning 911, but often decide not to.  Below is a list of thoughts and facts about calling 911 that hopefully will demonstrate why we need to revise our thinking.\n\n1.) Thought:  Maybe this isn’t an emergency; is calling 911 appropriate?\n\n<strong>FACT:</strong> 911 is the only number in Minneapolis you can call to get a police, fire or ambulance response (examples: loud music or parties; gunshot sounds; alarms or glass being broken; unfamiliar person carrying valuable items down an alley or from a neighbor’s house; someone shouting “help”, “fire”, or “rape”; car driving slowly down the alley with its lights off; a person peering into parked cars, garages, or house windows).\n\n2.) Thought:  Will the perpetrator/s retaliate against me?\n\n<strong>FACT:</strong> Officers do not identify any 911 caller when stopping or talking to a suspicious person. You may also tell the 911 operator you want to remain anonymous. In cases of misdemeanor crime, the police might need to call you and have you verify the person and what you saw. Your anonymity can still be kept.\n\n3.) Thought:  By the time the police arrive, the suspicious person/s or vehicle will be gone.\n\n<strong>FACT:</strong> A caller to 911 is most helpful if able to describe the person/s, vehicle/s, and direction of travel (if moving). A 911 dispatcher can send messages to an officer’s in-squad-car computer.  If the suspicious person/s or vehicles are spotted at a later time, a good description provides the officer with enough probable cause to stop and identify the person or vehicle.\n\n4.) Thought:  I don’t want to get involved; maybe someone else will call.\n\n<strong>FACT:</strong> In order to have safer streets and communities, everyone needs to help.  Call 911 whenever you witness illegal or suspicious behavior/activity. The police need the community’s eyes and ears.  Without citizen help, our Minneapolis police have a much harder time enforcing the laws and stopping criminal behavior.\n\n<strong>Chelsea Adams</strong>\nCrime Prevention Specialist\nMinneapolis Police Department, 5th Precinct\n3101 Nicollet Ave S,\nMinneapolis, MN  55408\n<a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>\n(612) 673-2819\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\n\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong>\n\nARTRAGEOUS ADVENTURES\n612-423-7554\n2121 W. 21st St.\nAmanda Vallone\n<a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>\nA kids art studio; create, play &amp; party!\n\nBIRCHBARK BOOKS                                                                                                         612-374-4023\n2115 W. 21st St.                                                                                         <a href=\"mailto:info@birchbarkbooks.com\">info@birchbarkbooks.com</a>                                                                        <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com </a>                                                                                                                     A full-range indie bookstore featuring American Indian arts &amp; crafts                                HOURS\nMon – Fri: 9:00 to 6:00\nSat: 10:00 to 5:00\nSun: 11:00 to 5:00\n\nBOCKLEY GALLERY                                                                                                          612-377-4669\n2123 W. 21st St.                                                                                <a href=\"mailto:information@bockleygallerv.com\">information@bockleygallerv.com</a>                                                                <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>\nArt gallery  EXHIBITION HOURS  Wed, Fri, Sat: Noon to 5:00  Thu: Noon to 7:00\n\nFRAMESTYLES                                                                                                                   612-374-2420\n2107 Penn Ave. S.\n<a href=\"http://www.framestyles.net\" target=\"_blank\">www.framestyles.net</a>                                                                                                                     Custom frame and gift shop                                                                                                          HOURS\nMon – Thu: 10:00 to 8:00\nFri: 10:00 to 6:00\nSat: 10:00 to 5:00\nSun: Noon to 4:00\n\nKENWOOD ELEMENTARY  SCHOOL                                                                        612-668-2760\n2013 Penn Ave. S.\nSue Payne, Community Liaison                                                      <a href=\"mailto:Kenwoodpta@yahoo.com\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwoodpta@yahoo.com</a>                                                                 <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>                                                                                       Neighborhood school - K to 5th grade\n\nKENWOOD PET CLINIC                                                                                                    612-377-5551\n2107 Penn Ave. S.                                                                                     <a href=\"http://www.kenwoodpetclinic.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwoodpetclinic.com</a>                                                                                                        Routine and specialized medical &amp; surgical care, including dentistry\nHOURS\nMon and Thu: 8:30 to 6:00  Tue and Wed: 8:30 to 8:00  Fri: 8:30 to 5:30\nSat: 8:30 to 1:00\n\nKENWOOD RECREATION  CENTER\n612-370-4941\n2101 W. Franklin Ave.                                                                     <a href=\"mailto:mmercil@minneapolisparks.org\">mmercil@minneapolisparks.org</a>\n<a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>                                                                                                  Year-round City Park offering recreational  programs for all ages. Rental space avail.\nHOURS\nNon-summer: Mon - Fri: 12:30 to 9:00             Sat: 9:00 to 3:00\n\nSummer: Mon - Thu: 12:30 to 9:00             Fri: 12:30 to 5:00\n\nSTEPHEN DEAN\'S TAILORS                                                                                           612-374-2663\n2102 Penn Ave. S, Lower Level                                                                                                Complete alterations for men\'s and women\'s clothing\nHOURS\nTue - Fri: 8:30 to 5:00  Sat: 9:00 to 3:00\n\n<strong>Note:</strong> Business hours are subject to  change\n\nTHE  KENWOOD RESTAURANT                                                                                                   2115   West 21st St.                                                                                                                                                                                                                           612-377-3695  thekenwoodrestaurant.com                                                                                                                                                                                                           HOURS Tue - Thurs: 8 am - 9 pm Fri - Sat: 8 am - 10 pm Sun: 8 am - 9 pm','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','open','open','','11-autosave','','','2017-10-02 12:52:32','2017-10-02 17:52:32','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/14/11-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(14,1,'2011-08-14 19:10:54','2011-08-14 19:10:54','<strong>Map of Area</strong> – replace map with the one in our Welcome Kit and/or link to the city site\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> – add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> – replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)','Neighborhood','','inherit','open','open','','11-revision-2','','','2011-08-14 19:10:54','2011-08-14 19:10:54','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/14/11-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(15,1,'2011-08-14 19:12:12','2011-08-14 19:12:12','<strong>Map of Area</strong> – replace map with the one in our Welcome Kit and/or link to the city site\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> – add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> – replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','open','open','','11-revision-3','','','2011-08-14 19:12:12','2011-08-14 19:12:12','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/14/11-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(16,1,'2015-02-06 13:55:39','2015-02-06 19:55:39','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our HOME page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Board Meetings are at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave, from 7 - 8:30 PM: open to the public, please come! </strong>The meetings are  generally held on the first Monday of the month. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2017 meetings will be held on January 9, February 6, March 6, April 3, and May 1 and June 5.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>“Lunch with Lisa”: </strong>Lisa Goodman, our Minneapolis City Council Member, provides the opportunity to talk with her about what’s on your mind and hear an interesting speaker on a topic of interest to our community. Generally held at the University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10<sup>th</sup> St, from noon - 1 PM on the 4<sup>th</sup> Wednesday of the month. The meetings are open to the public: get there early to buy a lunch and get a good seat! For dates and to be added to Lisa’s mailing list, visit  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ANNUAL EVENTS</strong><strong>: </strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> January </strong></span>Neighborhood ice skating party postponed to February 12, Lake of the Isles skating rink<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> February </strong></span>City of Lakes Loppet cross country ski festival; visit <a href=\"http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.cityoflakesloppet.com</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> April</strong></span> Earth Day. Neighborhood volunteers pick up garbage bags at the Kenwood Recreation Center and help clean up the area.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>April</strong></span>  Kenwood Recreation Center Annual Spring Egg Hunt.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> May  K</strong>enwood Neighborhood Gathering<strong>; </strong></span>Kenwood Carnival, Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave S; food &amp; fun for the entire family!  Visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> </strong></span><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>October</strong></span> Twin Cities Marathon; visit <a href=\"http://www.mtcmarathon.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mtcmarathon.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ONGOING: </strong>\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Walker Library</strong>,<strong> </strong>2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers, families, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call 630-6650 for details.\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> Recreation Center</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt classes offered by <strong>ARTrageous</strong>, 2121 W. 21<sup>st </sup>St; visit <a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net/\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>.\r\n\r\nAuthor reading series at <strong>Birchbark Books</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>.\r\n\r\nChamber concerts performed by the <strong>Isles Ensemble</strong> at the Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway; visit <a href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.islesensemble.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt exhibits and receptions at the <strong>Bockley Gallery</strong>, 2123 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>.\r\n\r\nYouth sports are handled by <strong>WESAC Sports</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.wesac.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.wesac.org</a>.\r\n\r\nEvents at the <strong>Walker Art Cente</strong>r, 1750 Hennepin Ave; visit <a href=\"http://www.walkerart.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.walkerart.org</a>.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','CALENDAR','','publish','open','closed','','calendar','','','2017-02-06 15:53:10','2017-02-06 21:53:10','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?page_id=16',4,'page','',0),(17,1,'2011-08-14 22:13:47','2011-08-14 22:13:47','Replace everything beneath Kenwood Events and Meetings with attached calendar (Spring 2011 Newsletter Calendar – attached); (Note: need to update calendar and then provide links to neighborhood businesses so don’t have to include all of these events on the calendar.) Questions for KIAA Board Members – what should be included on the calendar? Should we make it so that it needs little or no updating (maybe only annually)?','CAKENDAR','','inherit','open','open','','16-revision','','','2011-08-14 22:13:47','2011-08-14 22:13:47','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/14/16-revision/',0,'revision','',0),(18,1,'2011-08-14 22:14:39','2011-08-14 22:14:39','<strong>Replace</strong> everything beneath Kenwood Events and Meetings with attached calendar (Spring 2011 Newsletter Calendar – attached);\r\n\r\n<strong>(Note: need to update calendar and then provide links to neighborhood businesses so don’t have to include all of these events on the calendar.)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Questions for KIAA Board Members</strong> – what should be included on the calendar? Should we make it so that it needs little or no updating (maybe only annually)?','CALENDAR','','inherit','open','open','','16-revision-2','','','2011-08-14 22:14:39','2011-08-14 22:14:39','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/14/16-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(19,1,'2011-08-14 22:16:03','2011-08-14 22:16:03','<strong>Replace</strong> everything beneath Kenwood Events and Meetings with attached calendar (Spring 2011 Newsletter Calendar – attached);\r\n\r\n<strong>(Note: need to update calendar and then provide links to neighborhood businesses so don’t have to include all of these events on the calendar.)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Questions for KIAA Board Members</strong> – what should be included on the calendar? Should we make it so that it needs little or no updating (maybe only annually)?','CALENDAR','','inherit','open','open','','16-revision-3','','','2011-08-14 22:16:03','2011-08-14 22:16:03','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/14/16-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(21,1,'2011-08-14 22:00:27','2011-08-14 22:00:27','<strong>Map of Area</strong> – replace map with the one in our Welcome Kit and/or link to the city site\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> – add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> – replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','open','open','','11-revision-4','','','2011-08-14 22:00:27','2011-08-14 22:00:27','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/14/11-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(22,1,'2011-08-14 22:22:50','2011-08-14 22:22:50','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Lake of Isles</strong> – connected to Cedar Lake and Lake Calhoun by canals. LOI is excellent for canoeing and is home to winter ice skating and hockey. A walking path and one-way cycling path are located along the 2.9 mile shoreline.  For more information on LOI and the off-leash dog park located near its south shore, click on:  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=258\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=258</a>\r\n\r\nFor information on the canoe racks, click on:                            <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=26#canoe\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=26#canoe</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles.gif\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-77\" title=\"LoIsles\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles-300x293.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"293\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake</strong> – located west of Lake of the Isles. The lake has 3 sandy beaches: Cedar Point, Cedar South, and East Cedar.  For more information on Cedar Lake, click on:  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=261\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=261</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Tennis</strong> – Kenwood Park is home to six tennis courts, the largest bank of tennis courts in the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board (MPRB) system. The courts were reconstructed in 2007 as a result of a unique partnership between the MPRB, the United States Tennis Association (USTA), and Support the Courts Foundation (which conducted the fundraising effort for the project).\r\n\r\nPlay on the Kenwood courts is free and open to the public, on a first-come, first-served basis; there are no reservations. Players are asked to limit their playing time to one hour, as a courtesy to others who may be waiting for a court. Summer lessons are offered by the MPRB and The InnerCity Tennis Program. For more MPRB tennis information, go to:   <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=776\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=776</a>.                                                              For more InnerCity Tennis information, go to: <a href=\"http://www.innercitytennis.org\">www.innercitytennis.org</a>\r\n\r\nTremendous thanks to the Kenwood &amp; Lowry Hill Neighborhood Associations and the generosity of hundreds of individual donors and volunteers who contributed to this project. Support the Courts Foundation continues to work raising funds to rebuild courts in other Minneapolis neighborhoods, using Kenwood as a blueprint. As of Summer 2011, Support the Courts Foundation has reconstructed 25 tennis courts in Kenwood, Webber, Pershing, Powderhorn &amp; Lake Hiawatha Parks.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.supportthecourts.net\" target=\"_blank\">supportthecourts.net</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle.jpg\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-78\" title=\"kenwood_angle\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle-300x119.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"119\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>BICYCLE / PEDESTRIAN TRAILS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenilworth Trail –</strong>\r\nThe Kenilworth Trail is a paved bicycle trail in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It runs nearly 1.5 miles (2.4 km) and acts as a connector between the Cedar Lake Trail in the north and the Midtown Greenway in the south.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake Trail –</strong>\r\n\r\nAlso known as America’s first bicycle freeway, the Cedar Lake Trail is a 3.5 mile path connecting St Louis Park with Downtown and the Mississippi River.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>Kenwood Recreation Center/Kenwood Park</strong> – located at 2101 W. Franklin Ave. For more information on the activities offered and the amenities available:\r\nAt the Rec center, click on:                           <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=88&amp;parkid=159\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=88&amp;parkid=159</a>\r\nAt the Park, click on:                                       <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=177\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=177</a>','RECREATION','','publish','open','open','','recreation','','','2011-11-30 12:44:46','2011-11-30 18:44:46','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?page_id=22',5,'page','',0),(23,1,'2011-08-14 22:22:11','2011-08-14 22:22:11','','RECREATION','','inherit','open','open','','22-revision','','','2011-08-14 22:22:11','2011-08-14 22:22:11','',22,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/14/22-revision/',0,'revision','',0),(24,1,'2017-02-06 13:35:26','2017-02-06 19:35:26','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our HOME page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Kenwood-Isles Area Association</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>2017–2019 Neighborhood Priorities Plan Survey</strong></p>\r\nAt the end of 2016, the Kenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) surveyed the neighborhood to help identify neighborhood priorities for 2017-2019. We publicized the opportunity to participate widely, and received 125 responses.  We greatly appreciate those who took the time to respond.\r\n\r\nFor the survey, the all-volunteer KIAA board identified 12 possible priorities, and respondents were asked to rate these on a scale from one to five (one being not at all important, five being very important). They were also asked about problems, issues, and opportunities for the neighborhood.  Here is what you told us:\r\n\r\n<strong>1.  Addressing SWLRT impacts</strong>\r\n\r\nAddressing the impacts of Southwest LRT, if it is built, was by far the neighborhood’s highest priority, with 80% of respondents saying they consider it “very important.”  The average rating for this priority was <strong>4.54</strong>.  Examples of neighbors’ elaboration on the issue include:\r\n\r\n<em>“SWLRT is a huge issue and one that we need to assure has the least possible impact as far as noise, etc., both during construction and once running.  Assuring the SWLRT takes every step to reduce their noise (no bells and horns, etc.) and that the area is built out to mitigate noise (berms, natural and built structures, etc.) will be critical.</em>\r\n\r\n<strong>2.  Protecting our Lakes</strong>\r\n\r\n“Promoting landscaping that protects our lakes,” with an average rating of <strong>4.22</strong>, was considered the second highest priority.  About 53% of respondents ranked it as “5 – Very important.”\r\n\r\n<em>“As a neighborhood of lakes, proactively promote protecting the environment, in particular water quality in the lakes.”</em>\r\n\r\n<strong>3.  Policing East Cedar Beach</strong>\r\n\r\nItems relating to East Cedar Beach (Hidden Beach) were also deemed important, though not quite rising to the level of the first two issues.  This may reflect the success of recent KIAA initiatives; serious problems have declined significantly over the past two years, so ECB issues may seem less urgent.  “Additional police patrols” at ECB ranked as the third top priority at <strong>3.79</strong>, “capital improvements” at ECB averaged 3.38, and “sports and youth arts programming” at ECB averaged 3.32.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<em>“Hidden beach continues to be an issue.  I like the approaches that have been started and hope they continue.”</em>\r\n\r\n<strong>4.  Supporting Kenwood Recreation Center</strong>\r\n\r\nAt an average rating of <strong>3.64</strong>, supporting Kenwood Recreation/Community Center programming comes in just below policing East Cedar Beach.  Related to this, capital improvements at Kenwood Park are also seen as somewhat important with an average rating of 3.35.\r\n\r\n<strong>5.  Sponsoring neighborhood events; supporting Kenwood School</strong>\r\n\r\nThese two categories round out the top priorities, both with an average rating of <strong>3.34</strong>.\r\n\r\nAddressing parking congestion in Downtown Kenwood, creating “public art installations” and “expanding Nice Ride bike share in the neighborhood” all ranked at 3.0 (somewhat important) or below.\r\n\r\n<strong>Open-Ended Questions</strong>\r\n\r\nRespondents offered many unique issues and suggestions. KIAA will refer a number of these to the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board.  Some of the responses can be grouped into categories for consideration:\r\n\r\n<strong>Traffic</strong>\r\n\r\nSeveral neighbors identified the need for traffic calming (in both streets and alleys), traffic enforcement, and signage.  Some specified specific problematic areas and offered suggestions.\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong>\r\n\r\nA number of people expressed concern about crime, primarily garage and car burglaries.  There is a perception that the problem is increasing or that the neighborhood is being targeted.\r\n\r\n<strong>Street Lighting</strong>\r\n\r\nSeveral respondents noted that streets seem very dark, and that improved lighting would be a positive addition to Kenwood.\r\n\r\n<strong>Community Gathering Space</strong>\r\n\r\nWhile Downtown Kenwood is thriving, many respondents lamented the lack of a casual gathering space where neighbors could get together.\r\n\r\n<strong>Community Events</strong>\r\n\r\nA number of people suggested events that could improve Kenwood’s livability and vitality, such as winter activities, meet-ups for families with young kids, neighborhood clubs, and coordinating National Night Out.\r\n\r\nKIAA will submit our “Neighborhood Priorities Plan” to the City of Minneapolis in support of our Community Participation Plan.  We hope to receive $15,000 annually during 2017-2019 through the Neighborhood and Community Relations department to support local efforts.\r\n\r\nThe KIAA board thanks our neighbors for your thoughtful responses and ideas.  We welcome any Kenwood resident who would like to help work on any of these issues.  Please feel free to contact KIAA chair Jeanette Colby at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a> or any other board member, or come to our regular meetings held on the first Monday of most every month at the Kenwood Rec Center, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Newsletter </strong><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA.pdf\">(click here for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>\r\n</strong><strong></strong>','NEWS','','publish','open','open','','news','','','2017-02-06 15:32:18','2017-02-06 21:32:18','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?page_id=24',6,'page','',0),(25,1,'2011-08-14 22:24:10','2011-08-14 22:24:10','<strong>Replace</strong> the February edition of our e-newsletter with the June edition (Kenwood News June 2011 – attached)\n\n<strong>Replace</strong> everything else with the following articles from our Spring Newsletter (all attached; all begin with “Spring 2011 Newsletter …”)\n… Crime\n… NRP\n… LRT\n… Palio\n… Playground\n… Walker\n… Parade Rd\n… Planting\n… LOI\n… WESAC\nQuestion for KIAA Board Members – do we need to access our semiannual newsletter given that we include every article from the newsletter on the website?','NEWS','','inherit','open','open','','24-revision','','','2011-08-14 22:24:10','2011-08-14 22:24:10','',24,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/14/24-revision/',0,'revision','',0),(26,1,'2015-09-14 14:27:02','2015-09-14 19:27:02','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>NRP (Neighborhood Revitalization Program)</strong> – For more information regarding <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong><strong>KIAA\'s</strong></strong></span> NRP Phase I and Phase II Action Plans, visit: <a href=\"http://www.nrp.org/\">www.nrp.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Mayor, Betsy Hodges</strong>\r\nRoom 331, City Hall\r\n350 S. 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n(612) 673-2100\r\n<a title=\"rt@minneapolis.org\" href=\"mailto:rt@minneapolis.org\">rt@minneapolis.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Ward 7 Minneapolis City Council Member, Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\nRoom 307, City Hall\r\n350 S. 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n(612) 673-2207\r\n<a href=\"mailto:lisa.goodman@ minneapolismn.gov\">lisa.goodman@ minneapolismn.gov</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>District 4 Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioner, Anita Tabb</strong>\r\n2117 West River Road, Minneapolis, MN 55411\r\n(612) 230-6443 Ext. 4\r\n<a href=\"mailto:atabb@mineapolisparks.org\">atabb@mineapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Minneapolis Parks:</strong> <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hennepin County</strong> – <a href=\"http://co.hennepin.mn.us\">http://co.hennepin.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Third District Hennepin County Commissioner, Marion Greene</strong>\r\n<h3>Commissioner Marion Greene</h3>\r\n<a href=\"mailto:marion.greene@hennepin.us\"><strong>marion.greene@hennepin.us</strong></a>\r\n\r\nPhone: 612-348-7883\r\n\r\nA2400 Government Center\r\n\r\n300 South 6th Street\r\n\r\nMinneapolis, MN 55487\r\n<h3><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Hennepin County Libraries:</strong><a style=\"font-size: 16px;\" href=\"http://www.hclib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a></h3>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>State Government</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.state.mn.us/portal/mn/jsp/home.do?agency=NorthStar\">www.state.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>District 60 State Senator, Scott Dibble</strong>\r\nRoom 111, Capitol Building\r\n75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd,St. Paul, MN 55155-1606\r\n(651) 296-4191\r\n<a href=\"mailto:sen.scott.dibble@senate.mn \" target=\"_blank\">sen.scott.dibble@senate.mn </a>\r\n\r\n<strong>District 60A State Representative, Frank Hornstein</strong>\r\n471 State Office Building, St. Paul, MN 55155                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       r<a href=\"http://www.house.leg.state.mn.us/sendmail/mailtomember.aspx?id=10767\" target=\"_blank\'\">ep.frank.hornstein@house.mn</a>\r\n\r\n(651) 296-9281\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;','GOVERNMENT','','publish','open','open','','government','','','2015-09-24 15:26:59','2015-09-24 20:26:59','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?page_id=26',7,'page','',0),(27,1,'2011-08-14 22:25:49','2011-08-14 22:25:49','<strong>NRP</strong> – replace with article from Spring Newsletter (Spring 2011Newsletter NRP -- attached)\n\n<strong>Crime</strong> – will ask Jordan to update\n\n<strong>Minneapolis</strong> – add Minneapolis 311 page from the Welcome Kit. Delete Lisa’s favorite numbers (are these on the city website?)\n<strong>Hennepin County</strong> – do we need to add something here?\n<strong>State Government</strong> – do we need to add something here?','GOVERNMENT','','inherit','open','open','','26-revision','','','2011-08-14 22:25:49','2011-08-14 22:25:49','',26,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/14/26-revision/',0,'revision','',0),(28,2,'2015-09-24 15:27:20','2015-09-24 20:27:20','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>NRP (Neighborhood Revitalization Program)</strong> – For more information regarding <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong><strong>KIAA\'s</strong></strong></span> NRP Phase I and Phase II Action Plans, visit: <a href=\"http://www.nrp.org/\">www.nrp.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Mayor, Betsy Hodges</strong>\r\nRoom 331, City Hall\r\n350 S. 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n(612) 673-2100\r\n<a title=\"rt@minneapolis.org\" href=\"mailto:rt@minneapolis.org\">rt@minneapolis.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Ward 7 Minneapolis City Council Member, Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\nRoom 307, City Hall\r\n350 S. 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n(612) 673-2207\r\n<a href=\"mailto:lisa.goodman@ minneapolismn.gov\">lisa.goodman@ minneapolismn.gov</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>District 4 Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioner, Anita Tabb</strong>\r\n2117 West River Road, Minneapolis, MN 55411\r\n(612) 230-6443 Ext. 4\r\n<a href=\"mailto:atabb@mineapolisparks.org\">atabb@mineapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Minneapolis Parks:</strong> <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hennepin County</strong> – <a href=\"http://co.hennepin.mn.us\">http://co.hennepin.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Third District Hennepin County Commissioner, Marion Greene</strong>\r\n<h3>Commissioner Marion Greene</h3>\r\n<a href=\"mailto:marion.greene@hennepin.us\"><strong>marion.greene@hennepin.us</strong></a>\r\n\r\nPhone: 612-348-7883\r\n\r\nA2400 Government Center\r\n\r\n300 South 6th Street\r\n\r\nMinneapolis, MN 55487\r\n<h3><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Hennepin County Libraries:</strong><a style=\"font-size: 16px;\" href=\"http://www.hclib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a></h3>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>State Government</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.state.mn.us/portal/mn/jsp/home.do?agency=NorthStar\">www.state.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>District 60 State Senator, Scott Dibble</strong>\r\nRoom 111, Capitol Building\r\n75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd,St. Paul, MN 55155-1606\r\n(651) 296-4191\r\n<a href=\"mailto:sen.scott.dibble@senate.mn \" target=\"_blank\">sen.scott.dibble@senate.mn </a>\r\n\r\n<strong>District 60A State Representative, Frank Hornstein</strong>\r\n471 State Office Building, St. Paul, MN 55155                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       r<a href=\"http://www.house.leg.state.mn.us/sendmail/mailtomember.aspx?id=10767\" target=\"_blank\'\">ep.frank.hornstein@house.mn</a>\r\n\r\n(651) 296-9281\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;','GOVERNMENT','','inherit','open','open','','26-autosave','','','2015-09-24 15:27:20','2015-09-24 20:27:20','',26,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/14/26-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(84,1,'2011-08-14 22:26:02','2011-08-14 22:26:02','<strong>NRP</strong> – replace with article from Spring Newsletter (Spring 2011Newsletter NRP -- attached)\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime</strong> – will ask Jordan to update\r\n\r\n<strong>Minneapolis</strong> – add Minneapolis 311 page from the Welcome Kit. Delete Lisa’s favorite numbers (are these on the city website?)\r\n\r\n<strong>Hennepin County</strong> – do we need to add something here?\r\n\r\n<strong>State Government</strong> – do we need to add something here?','GOVERNMENT','','inherit','closed','closed','','26-revision-2','','','2011-08-14 22:26:02','2011-08-14 22:26:02','',26,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/14/26-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(29,1,'2011-08-14 22:22:50','2011-08-14 22:22:50','<strong>Lake of Isles</strong> – restoration report needs updating. Question for KIAA Board Members – do we need something else here? – Maybe a little history?\r\n<strong>Tennis</strong> – needs updating; take something from Ellen’s website (supportthecourts.net)\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake</strong> – need new photos','RECREATION','','inherit','open','open','','22-revision-2','','','2011-08-14 22:22:50','2011-08-14 22:22:50','',22,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/14/22-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(30,2,'2017-02-06 15:53:14','2017-02-06 21:53:14','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our HOME page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Board Meetings are at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave, from 7 - 8:30 PM: open to the public, please come! </strong>The meetings are  generally held on the first Monday of the month. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2017 meetings will be held on January 9, February 6, March 6, April 3, and May 1 and June 5.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>“Lunch with Lisa”: </strong>Lisa Goodman, our Minneapolis City Council Member, provides the opportunity to talk with her about what’s on your mind and hear an interesting speaker on a topic of interest to our community. Generally held at the University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10<sup>th</sup> St, from noon - 1 PM on the 4<sup>th</sup> Wednesday of the month. The meetings are open to the public: get there early to buy a lunch and get a good seat! For dates and to be added to Lisa’s mailing list, visit  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ANNUAL EVENTS</strong><strong>: </strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> January </strong></span>Neighborhood ice skating party postponed to February 12, Lake of the Isles skating rink<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> February </strong></span>City of Lakes Loppet cross country ski festival; visit <a href=\"http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.cityoflakesloppet.com</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> April</strong></span> Earth Day. Neighborhood volunteers pick up garbage bags at the Kenwood Recreation Center and help clean up the area.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>April</strong></span>  Kenwood Recreation Center Annual Spring Egg Hunt.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> May  K</strong>enwood Neighborhood Gathering<strong>; </strong></span>Kenwood Carnival, Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave S; food &amp; fun for the entire family!  Visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> </strong></span><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>October</strong></span> Twin Cities Marathon; visit <a href=\"http://www.mtcmarathon.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mtcmarathon.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ONGOING: </strong>\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Walker Library</strong>,<strong> </strong>2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers, families, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call 630-6650 for details.\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> Recreation Center</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt classes offered by <strong>ARTrageous</strong>, 2121 W. 21<sup>st </sup>St; visit <a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net/\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>.\r\n\r\nAuthor reading series at <strong>Birchbark Books</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>.\r\n\r\nChamber concerts performed by the <strong>Isles Ensemble</strong> at the Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway; visit <a href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.islesensemble.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt exhibits and receptions at the <strong>Bockley Gallery</strong>, 2123 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>.\r\n\r\nYouth sports are handled by <strong>WESAC Sports</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.wesac.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.wesac.org</a>.\r\n\r\nEvents at the <strong>Walker Art Cente</strong>r, 1750 Hennepin Ave; visit <a href=\"http://www.walkerart.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.walkerart.org</a>.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','CALENDAR','','inherit','open','open','','16-autosave','','','2017-02-06 15:53:14','2017-02-06 21:53:14','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/14/16-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(52,1,'2011-09-06 23:02:07','2011-09-06 23:02:07','http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/banner3.gif','banner3.gif','','inherit','open','open','','banner3-gif','','','2011-09-06 23:02:07','2011-09-06 23:02:07','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/banner3.gif',0,'attachment','image/gif',0),(31,1,'2011-08-14 22:19:07','2011-08-14 22:19:07','<strong>Replace</strong> everything beneath Kenwood Events and Meetings with attached calendar (Spring 2011 Newsletter Calendar – attached);\r\n\r\n<strong>(Note: need to update calendar and then provide links to neighborhood businesses so don’t have to include all of these events on the calendar.)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Questions for KIAA Board Members</strong> – what should be included on the calendar? Should we make it so that it needs little or no updating (maybe only annually)?','CALENDAR','','inherit','open','open','','16-revision-4','','','2011-08-14 22:19:07','2011-08-14 22:19:07','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/14/16-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(47,1,'2011-08-31 18:18:27','2011-08-31 18:18:27','','LRT','','inherit','open','open','','46-revision','','','2011-08-31 18:18:27','2011-08-31 18:18:27','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/31/46-revision/',0,'revision','',0),(46,1,'2017-12-08 11:31:25','2017-12-08 17:31:25','<strong>Kenwood News January 23, 2016</strong>\r\n\r\nIn July, 2013, KIAA advanced a position statement opposing “co-location” of freight rail and SWLRT.  We continue to maintain that position, as this routing decision adds enormously to project costs without evidence that it can preserve the environment, protect quality of life, and create a safe and equitable mode of transit.\r\n\r\nSince then, the KIAA board and other Kenwood residents have engaged with planners through public processes such as environmental review, Section 106 historical review, and the Community Advisory Committee.  In this spirit, we pass along the information below.\r\n\r\n<strong>SWLRT Community Update</strong>\r\n\r\nOn Tuesday, February 2, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene will host a community update on SWLRT, \"to discuss project goals and opportunities for community input in 2016.\"  SWLRT Project Office staff will be joined by staff from the City of Minneapolis and Hennepin County. Please come with your questions and concerns. St. Paul\'s Episcopal Church, 1917 Logan Avenue South, February 2nd 6:00 to 7:00 PM\r\n\r\n<strong> Proposed SWLRT Station Names</strong>\r\n\r\nIt seems like putting the cart before the horse, but the Met Council is considering different names for the proposed 21st Street station and the proposed Penn Ave station.  For Penn, they\'re proposing \"Bryn Mawr station.\"  For 21st Street, they are proposing \"Kenwood station\" or \"Cedar Lake station.\"  If you would like to weigh in or propose a different name, please contact any KIAA Board member or KIAA at your earliest convenience.\r\n\r\nKIAA Chair Jeanette Colby: jmcolby@earthlink.net; KIAA55405@gmail.com\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTo: Mark Fuhrman, Southwest Project Office\r\n\r\nJim Alexander, Southwest Project Office\r\n\r\nMarch 3, 2014\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) renews its strong objection to routing both freight rail and light rail (LRT) in the Kenilworth Corridor. While many reasons exist for this position, these comments refer specifically to the recent Water Resources Draft and Freight Rail Location Alternatives reports released at the end of January.\r\n\r\nThe necessity of colocating freight and light rail in the same corridor is a direct result of Hennepin County’s lack of planning in designing the Locally Preferred Alignment (LPA) that includes the Kenilworth Corridor. Because of this failure, the plan to move freight to St. Louis Park has been rejected for a variety of reasons (some relevant and some not). Minneapolis renewed its objection to the colocation of both enterprises in the corridor and, as a compromise, the Met Council recommended placing the LRT in a shallow tunnel. We believe that this compromise is short sighted at best and without more complete study PRIOR TO ANY MUNICIPAL CONSENT may in the long run prove disastrous.\r\n\r\nThe conclusions of Burns and McDonnell (independent consultants hired by the Met Council) of the shallow tunnel plan and its effect on the water resources of the corridor were summarized in the presentation to the Corridor Management Committee (CMC) on February 20, 2014. To us, those findings raise more questions than provide assurances. A few of those conclusions and our concerns are:\r\n\r\n1. “Add lateral and nested piezometers.” This recommendation is meant to substantiate the conclusion that shallow tunnels will not interfere with groundwater movement and activity. Shouldn’t that be established BEFORE the decision is made to bury the LRT tracks in a tunnel?\r\n\r\n2. “Complete a comprehensive capacity analysis for sanitary and storm sewer systems.” If an analysis is needed, and those systems prove to be deficient, what will it cost to upgrade them and who will pay for it? How will those costs effect the overall project budget, and shouldn’t they be known before a decision is made?\r\n\r\n3. “Complete a Phase II Environmental Site Assessment.” Again, why should Minneapolis be asked to provide municipal consent for this project without knowing the results of this assessment? A Phase II study is especially important in this corridor because it carried freight traffic for many years, during a time when environmental concerns were not as important as they are now. Why would the Met Council want to go forward with this project without having the Phase II results that may show more funds will be required to clean up the corridor before any digging into the groundwater can be initiated?\r\n\r\nBarr Engineering, consultants hired by the city of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, raises other issues (also described in the CMC meeting presentation) that we believe need to be resolved before the project is approved and begun. Paramount among these issues is their first concern: “The effectiveness of sheet pile sealing and seal pour performance.” Barr Engineering is concerned with the effectiveness of the seals needed to connect about thirty 150’ concrete, rectangular tunnels sitting in eight feet of groundwater. To us, this part of the design is the linchpin in the plan that, if it fails, may have significant and irreversible consequences for the Chain of Lakes system in Minneapolis. We believe that the risk of a failure of this design, even though it may be small, is larger than the city of Minneapolis should ever be asked to take. For that reason, and for the others listed above, we believe the shallow tunnel as a compromise to at-grade colocation fails as a viable alternative.\r\n\r\nIn addition to the water issues described above, KIAA has great concern for any permanent placement of rail in the Kenilworth Corridor. To begin with, the City of Minneapolis has been clear for many years that any placement of light rail in this corridor requires the permanent removal of freight rail. KIAA believes, like the City of Minneapolis, that the existence of light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor, either at grade or in a shallow tunnel, constitutes colocation of the two and is unacceptable. Like the city, KIAA has taken this position since the current LPA was chosen and we have not changed our opinion.\r\n\r\nIn addition to this violation of the basic premise for acceptance of the LPA by the City of Minneapolis, KIAA also believes that any plan for colocation of freight and LRT is incomplete and has not addressed important issues:\r\n\r\n1. What measures to make freight (in addition to light rail) safe and livable in the community will be taken, and at what cost?\r\n\r\n2. What will be the environmental impact of a tunnel option, including crash walls (impact on wildlife, vegetation, noise, and trail and park users.)\r\n\r\n3. Who will assume liability if freight stays in the Kenilworth Corridor? Up until now, Twin City and Western Railroad (TC&amp;W) has assumed full liability while running trains in the corridor because they believed placement of freight rail was “temporary” (according to Jim Alexander of the Southwest Project Office at the community meeting at the Jones Harrison Residence on June of 2013). Is Twin City and Western Railroad asking for another entity to share liability for any accident that happens in the corridor? If that is the case, who will bear the cost of this shared liability?\r\n\r\n4. Why is TC&amp;W now suggesting that a right of way of less than 25 feet from the center of their track is acceptable in the Kenilworth Corridor when it was stated earlier that 25 feet was the minimum industry standard?\r\n\r\n5. Perhaps most importantly, what assurance will the City of Minneapolis receive that the money for shallow tunnels will be available if colocation is implemented against its will? If those assurances cannot be made, when will all the issues and concerns relating to at-grade co-location be addressed?\r\n\r\nKIAA, a totally volunteer neighborhood organization, has been involved in the discussions regarding the Southwest LRT project since before the LPA was chosen. We objected to that LPA for a variety of reasons but once chosen we shifted our focus to mitigating the effect of 220 trains traveling between two lakes and separating our neighborhood. Because members of the board, and numerous residents of the neighborhood, feel a strong sense of responsibility for our neighborhood and the environment, we have felt compelled to add our voices in defense of Minneapolis. Neighbors spent a day discussing and designing the station area. We attended numerous meetings that discussed everything from transit oriented development to effects on traffic in the neighborhood. All of these discussions began with the premise that freight would not be part of the Kenilworth Corridor if it was to be used for LRT.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest  Light Rail (SWLRT) Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC.\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe four comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-04_22_2015-Materials_THL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 04_22_2015 Materials_THL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials-FINAL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials FINAL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Hill &amp; Lake Press article re: SWLRT</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong> By Michael Wilson</p>\r\n<p align=\"center\">The above article can be found on the bottom part of page one of this link:</p>\r\n<a title=\"Viability of SWLRT, current alignment questioned\" href=\"http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf\">http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest LRT Update re Park Board:\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects.\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners voted on the following resolution:\r\n\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Community Update on SWLRT: </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>What 2015 Holds</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Kenwood Rec Center Gym </strong>\r\n<strong>2101 West Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis,MN </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Wednesday, January 21st, 6-8 PM</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"></h1>\r\nThis event is hosted by Hennepin County District 3 Commissioner Marion Greene and co-sponsored by the Cedar-Isles-Dean Neighborhood Association (CIDNA), the Cedar Lake Park Association (CLPA) and the Kenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA). In response to feedback from these neighborhood groups, the meeting will offer presentations by the County and Southwest Light Rail Project Office, rather than an open house, with ample time for questions and answers. It has also been requested that the staff identify future opportunities for meaningful community input into the planning process. Commissioner Greene and other presenters will begin at 6 pm and answer questions afterwards, starting sometime between 7 and 7:30. Questions may be submitted to Marion Green in advance or asked at the meeting. <a href=\"mailto:Marion.Greene@hennepin.us\" target=\"_blank\">Marion.Greene@hennepin.us</a>\r\n\r\nCommissioner Greene states: \"All are welcome; we anticipate this meeting being of greatest interest to people who live in the area of the West Lake, 21st Street, or Kenwood side of the Penn Avenue Stations, who want to know how the project will move forward in 2015, and ways to get involved.\"\r\n\r\n~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\r\n<h1><strong>How should the City of Minneapolis gauge its success?</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe City of Minneapolis has launched a project soliciting public input on how the City can know it is achieving its goals.  For example, what does \"Living Well\" (one of the five City goals) mean to those who live, work, and play in Minneapolis?  Does it mean connected neighborhoods?  Access to amenities? Safe streets?\r\n\r\nThrough the project, the City is looking for input from the community to help define what success looks like.  through community outreach and online engagement, the City wants to hear from folks on what Minneapolis looks like when the City achieves its goals.\r\n\r\nFolks are encouraged to share their thoughts using an online engagement tool (Success.MinneapolisMN.gov) now until Feb. 6 and encourage others in Minneapolis to also weigh in with their feedback.  Because the online engagement tool uses crowdsourcing technology, the information within the tool will update in real time to display the changing input and ideas of its users.  Log in often to submit new ideas and vote on new information!  It\'s quick and easy to participate, and you can spend as much or as little time within the tool as you want.\r\n\r\nThe City is using tailored engagement strategies to ensure it gets a variety of perspectives from a wide range of communities including cultural communities, GLBTQA, seniors, youth, and City employees.  The community will have opportunities to provide input through community listening sessions and paper surveys in addition to the online engagement tool.\r\n\r\nOnce the engagement period closes, City staff will develop measures for the most popular themes within each City goal.  Thank you for participating in this important project.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nINPUT NEEDED on KIAA\'s Response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for Light Rail Line\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on a response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. <strong>KIAA\'s draft response can be found on the LRT page of this website:</strong><a title=\"LRT\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/\">http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/</a> . Please provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net \">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a> or by attending KIAA\'s December 3rdmeeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). Please also consider submitting your own response to the DEIS by following the instructions on the Southwest Transitway web site, <a href=\"http://southwesttransit.org\">southwesttransit.org</a>.\r\n\r\nLRT Public Hearings\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\nThe next KIAA meeting  is Monday, <strong>November 5th </strong>from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center and we expect discussion of the DEIS to be on the agenda. All Kenwood residents are invited to the meeting, as always.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;','LRT','','publish','open','closed','','lrt','','','2017-12-08 11:26:20','2017-12-08 17:26:20','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?page_id=46',7,'page','',0),(57,1,'2011-09-07 12:27:19','2011-09-07 17:27:19','<strong>Map of Area</strong> [replace map with the one in our Welcome Kit and/or link to the city site]                                <a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-6','','','2011-09-07 12:27:19','2011-09-07 17:27:19','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/11-revision-6/',0,'revision','',0),(45,1,'2011-08-31 18:15:59','2011-08-31 18:15:59','http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/banner2.gif','banner2.gif','','inherit','open','open','','banner2-gif','','','2011-08-31 18:15:59','2011-08-31 18:15:59','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/banner2.gif',0,'attachment','image/gif',0),(49,1,'2011-08-31 18:19:37','2011-08-31 18:19:37','','LRT','','inherit','open','open','','46-revision-2','','','2011-08-31 18:19:37','2011-08-31 18:19:37','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/31/46-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(50,1,'2017-12-08 11:21:01','2017-12-08 17:21:01','<strong>By U.S. mail:</strong>\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association\r\n<h4>PO Box 3660</h4>\r\n<h4>Minneapolis, MN 55403</h4>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>By email:</strong>\r\n\r\nShawn Smith\r\n\r\nssmith288@me.com\r\n\r\nOr, you may contact any of the KIAA Board of Directors at their email address shown under the “<a title=\"KIAA\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/kiaa/\">KIAA Listing of Board Members</a>” section of this website','CONTACT US','','publish','open','open','','contact-us','','','2017-12-08 11:16:26','2017-12-08 17:16:26','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?page_id=50',8,'page','',0),(51,1,'2011-08-31 18:27:41','2011-08-31 18:27:41','','CONTACT US','','inherit','open','open','','50-revision','','','2011-08-31 18:27:41','2011-08-31 18:27:41','',50,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/31/50-revision/',0,'revision','',0),(1441,2,'2015-06-15 16:37:52','2015-06-15 21:37:52','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our HOME page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Board Meetings are at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave, from 7 - 8:30 PM: open to the public, please come! </strong>The meetings are  generally held on the first Monday of the month. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2015 meetings will be held on July 6, September 14, October 5, November 2, and December 7.  No meeting will be held in August 2015.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>“Lunch with Lisa”: </strong>Lisa Goodman, our Minneapolis City Council Member, provides the opportunity to talk with her about what’s on your mind and hear an interesting speaker on a topic of interest to our community. Generally held at the University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10<sup>th</sup> St, from noon - 1 PM on the 4<sup>th</sup> Wednesday of the month. The next meeting will be on September 24<sup>th</sup> and is open to the public: get there early to buy a lunch and get a good seat! For dates and to be added to Lisa’s mailing list, visit  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ANNUAL EVENTS</strong><strong>: </strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> January </strong></span>Neighborhood ice skating party, Lake of the Isles skating rink<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> February </strong></span>City of Lakes Loppet cross country ski festival; visit <a href=\"http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.cityoflakesloppet.com</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> April</strong></span> Earth Day. Neighborhood volunteers pick up garbage bags at the Kenwood Recreation Center and help clean up the area.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>April</strong></span>  Kenwood Recreation Center Annual Spring Egg Hunt.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> May  </strong></span>Kenwood Carnival, Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave S; food &amp; fun for the entire family!  Visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> Summer </strong>Open Eye Figure Theater Drive way Tour puppet show to Hidden Beach on June 5th.  http://wwwww.oopeneyetheatre.org/tour</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>October</strong></span> Twin Cities Marathon; visit <a href=\"http://www.mtcmarathon.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mtcmarathon.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ONGOING: </strong>\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Walker Library</strong>,<strong> </strong>2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers, families, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call 630-6650 for details.\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> Recreation Center</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt classes offered by <strong>ARTrageous</strong>, 2121 W. 21<sup>st </sup>St; visit <a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net/\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>.\r\n\r\nAuthor reading series at <strong>Birchbark Books</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>.\r\n\r\nChamber concerts performed by the <strong>Isles Ensemble</strong> at the Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway; visit <a href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.islesensemble.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt exhibits and receptions at the <strong>Bockley Gallery</strong>, 2123 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>.\r\n\r\nYouth sports are handled by <strong>WESAC Sports</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.wesac.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.wesac.org</a>.\r\n\r\nEvents at the <strong>Walker Art Cente</strong>r, 1750 Hennepin Ave; visit <a href=\"http://www.walkerart.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.walkerart.org</a>.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-31','','','2015-06-15 16:37:52','2015-06-15 21:37:52','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/06/15/16-revision-31/',0,'revision','',0),(1214,2,'2015-06-15 16:34:43','2015-06-15 21:34:43','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our HOME page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Board Meetings are at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave, from 7 - 8:30 PM: open to the public, please come! </strong>The meetings are  generally held on the first Monday of the month. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2015 meetings will be held on July 6, September 14, October 5, November 2, and December 7.  No meeting will be held in August 2015.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>“Lunch with Lisa”: </strong>Lisa Goodman, our Minneapolis City Council Member, provides the opportunity to talk with her about what’s on your mind and hear an interesting speaker on a topic of interest to our community. Generally held at the University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10<sup>th</sup> St, from noon - 1 PM on the 4<sup>th</sup> Wednesday of the month. The next meeting will be on September 24<sup>th</sup> and is open to the public: get there early to buy a lunch and get a good seat! For dates and to be added to Lisa’s mailing list, visit  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ANNUAL EVENTS</strong><strong>: </strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> January </strong></span>Neighborhood ice skating party, Lake of the Isles skating rink<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> February </strong></span>City of Lakes Loppet cross country ski festival; visit <a href=\"http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.cityoflakesloppet.com</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> April</strong></span> Earth Day. Neighborhood volunteers pick up garbage bags at the Kenwood Recreation Center and help clean up the area.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>April</strong></span>  Kenwood Recreation Center Annual Spring Egg Hunt.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> May  </strong></span>Kenwood Carnival, Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave S; food &amp; fun for the entire family!  Visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> Summer </strong></span>Cromulent Shakespeare Company presents a performance in Kenwood Park. See:  <a href=\"http://www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html\" target=\"_blank\">www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>October</strong></span> Twin Cities Marathon; visit <a href=\"http://www.mtcmarathon.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mtcmarathon.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ONGOING: </strong>\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Walker Library</strong>,<strong> </strong>2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers, families, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call 630-6650 for details.\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> Recreation Center</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt classes offered by <strong>ARTrageous</strong>, 2121 W. 21<sup>st </sup>St; visit <a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net/\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>.\r\n\r\nAuthor reading series at <strong>Birchbark Books</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>.\r\n\r\nChamber concerts performed by the <strong>Isles Ensemble</strong> at the Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway; visit <a href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.islesensemble.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt exhibits and receptions at the <strong>Bockley Gallery</strong>, 2123 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>.\r\n\r\nYouth sports are handled by <strong>WESAC Sports</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.wesac.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.wesac.org</a>.\r\n\r\nEvents at the <strong>Walker Art Cente</strong>r, 1750 Hennepin Ave; visit <a href=\"http://www.walkerart.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.walkerart.org</a>.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-30','','','2015-06-15 16:34:43','2015-06-15 21:34:43','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/06/15/16-revision-30/',0,'revision','',0),(1213,2,'2015-02-28 21:13:15','2015-03-01 03:13:15','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our HOME page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Board Meetings are at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave, from 7 - 8:30 PM: open to the public, please come! </strong>The meetings are  generally held on the first Monday of the month. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2014-2015 meetings will be held on September 8, October 6, November 3, December 1, January 5, February 2, March 2, April 6 and May 4 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>“Lunch with Lisa”: </strong>Lisa Goodman, our Minneapolis City Council Member, provides the opportunity to talk with her about what’s on your mind and hear an interesting speaker on a topic of interest to our community. Generally held at the University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10<sup>th</sup> St, from noon - 1 PM on the 4<sup>th</sup> Wednesday of the month. The next meeting will be on September 24<sup>th</sup> and is open to the public: get there early to buy a lunch and get a good seat! For dates and to be added to Lisa’s mailing list, visit  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ANNUAL EVENTS</strong><strong>: </strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> January </strong></span>Neighborhood ice skating party, Lake of the Isles skating rink<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> February </strong></span>City of Lakes Loppet cross country ski festival; visit <a href=\"http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.cityoflakesloppet.com</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> April</strong></span> Earth Day. Neighborhood volunteers pick up garbage bags at the Kenwood Recreation Center and help clean up the area.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>April</strong></span>  Kenwood Recreation Center Annual Spring Egg Hunt.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> May  </strong></span>Kenwood Carnival, Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave S; food &amp; fun for the entire family!  Visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> Summer </strong></span>Cromulent Shakespeare Company presents a performance in Kenwood Park. See:  <a href=\"http://www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html\" target=\"_blank\">www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>October</strong></span> Twin Cities Marathon; visit <a href=\"http://www.mtcmarathon.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mtcmarathon.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ONGOING: </strong>\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Walker Library</strong>,<strong> </strong>2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers, families, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call 630-6650 for details.\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> Recreation Center</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt classes offered by <strong>ARTrageous</strong>, 2121 W. 21<sup>st </sup>St; visit <a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net/\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>.\r\n\r\nAuthor reading series at <strong>Birchbark Books</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>.\r\n\r\nChamber concerts performed by the <strong>Isles Ensemble</strong> at the Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway; visit <a href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.islesensemble.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt exhibits and receptions at the <strong>Bockley Gallery</strong>, 2123 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>.\r\n\r\nYouth sports are handled by <strong>WESAC Sports</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.wesac.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.wesac.org</a>.\r\n\r\nEvents at the <strong>Walker Art Cente</strong>r, 1750 Hennepin Ave; visit <a href=\"http://www.walkerart.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.walkerart.org</a>.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-29','','','2015-02-28 21:13:15','2015-03-01 03:13:15','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/02/28/16-revision-29/',0,'revision','',0),(53,1,'2011-08-14 23:33:32','2011-08-14 23:33:32','<strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #ce2027;\"><a title=\"(click here to view calendar grid)\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/category/events\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color: #ce2027; text-decoration: underline;\">(click here to view calendar grid)</span></a></span></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Replace</strong> everything beneath Kenwood Events and Meetings with attached calendar (Spring 2011 Newsletter Calendar – attached);\r\n\r\n<strong>(Note: need to update calendar and then provide links to neighborhood businesses so don’t have to include all of these events on the calendar.)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Questions for KIAA Board Members</strong> – what should be included on the calendar? Should we make it so that it needs little or no updating (maybe only annually)?','CALENDAR','','inherit','open','open','','16-revision-5','','','2011-08-14 23:33:32','2011-08-14 23:33:32','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/14/16-revision-5/',0,'revision','',0),(54,1,'2011-09-07 15:29:41','2011-09-07 15:29:41','<strong>APRIL 13 Birchbark Books Reading Series</strong>                                                            featuring poets Su Smallen and Jim Moore, Birchbark Books\r\nand Kenwood Café, 2115 West 21st St, 7 PM.\r\nSee <a title=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" href=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>APRIL 16 Earth Day</strong>                                                                                                             Garbage bags can be picked up at the Kenwood Rec Center                                                    from 9:30 AM - 12 PM. Contact Amy Lucas at amymlucas@gmail.com\r\nfor more info and to register volunteers\r\n\r\n<strong>APRIL 21 Kay Kysar</strong> book release event for her\r\nnew book of poems, Pretend the World; Birchbark\r\nBooks and Kenwood Café, 7 PM.\r\nSee <a title=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events \" href=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events </a>\r\n\r\n<strong>APRIL 23 Kenwood Rec Center 3rd Annual Spring </strong>\r\n<strong>Egg Hunt</strong>, 10 - 11:30 AM; face painting, make rabbit\r\nears, visit with Peter Rabbit, refreshments; FREE.\r\nSponsored by Kenwood Park and Jen Kyllonen and\r\nStacy Sullivan of Edina Realty. For more information\r\ncall the Rec Center at (612) 370-4941\r\n\r\n<strong>APRIL 27 Lunch with Lisa</strong>, University of St.\r\nThomas, 30 S. 10th St, Room 202, Noon - 1 PM\r\nMAY 2 KIAA Annual Meeting, Kenwood Café, 6:00\r\n- 8 PM. Meeting begins at 7 PM with optional soup,\r\nsalad and bread ($10 charge) served starting at 6\r\nPM, followed by informative talk by Ashley\r\nRobertson, Center for Energy and the Environment,\r\nre: homeowner energy and money saving program\r\nfor Kenwood\r\n\r\n<strong>MAY 14 Kenwood Carnival</strong>,                                                                                             Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave. S, 11 AM - 3 PM. Food &amp; fun for\r\nthe entire family\r\n\r\n<strong>MAY 17 Kenwood School Bike/Walk to School Day</strong>\r\n<strong>MAY 25 Lunch with Lisa:</strong>                                                                                                        “Great Minneapolis Summer Activities”, University of St. Thomas,\r\nNoon - 1 PM\r\n\r\n<strong>JUNE 5 Isles Ensemble concert</strong>                                                                                             Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 West Lake of the Isles\r\nParkway, 7 PM. See <a title=\"http://www.islesensemble.org \" href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org \" target=\"_blank\">http://www.islesensemble.org </a>\r\n\r\n<strong>JUNE 6 KIAA Board Meeting                </strong>\r\nKenwood Recreation Center, 7 - 8:30 PM\r\n\r\n<strong>JUNE 30 Cromulent Shakespeare Company</strong>\r\npresents Julius Caesar, Kenwood Park, 7 - 9 PM\r\n\r\n<strong>JULY 11 KIAA Board Meeting</strong>\r\nKenwood Recreation Center, 7 - 8:30 PM\r\n\r\n<strong>AUG 24 Lunch with Lisa</strong>, University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10th St, Noon - 1 PM\r\n\r\n<strong>SEPT 12 KIAA Board Meeting</strong>, Kenwood Recreation Center, 7 - 8:30 PM\r\n\r\n<strong>SEPT 28 Lunch with Lisa</strong>,  University of St. Thomas, Noon - 1 PM\r\n\r\n<strong>ONGOING</strong>                                                                                                                                   <em>Programs at Walker Library</em>, 2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers,\r\nfamilies, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a title=\"www.hclib.org\" href=\"http://www.hclib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call (612) 630- 6650 for details                                                                                             <em></em>\r\n\r\n<em>Programs at Kenwood Rec Center</em>; <a title=\"www.minneapolisparks.org\" href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.                                             <em></em>\r\n\r\n<em>Art classes offered by Artrageous</em>, 2121 West 21st Street; visit\r\n<a title=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" target=\"_blank\">http://www.artrageousadventures.net</a>','CALENDAR','','inherit','open','open','','16-revision-6','','','2011-09-07 15:29:41','2011-09-07 15:29:41','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/16-revision-6/',0,'revision','',0),(195,1,'2011-09-12 14:40:22','2011-09-12 19:40:22','<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">APRIL 13</span> Birchbark Books Reading Series</strong>                                                            featuring poets Su Smallen and Jim Moore, Birchbark Books and Kenwood Café,            2115 West 21st St, 7 PM.\r\nSee <a title=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" href=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">APRIL 16</span> Earth Day</strong>                                                                                                             Garbage bags can be picked up at the Kenwood Rec Center from 9:30 AM - 12 PM.    Contact Amy Lucas at amymlucas@gmail.com for more info and to register volunteers\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">APRIL 21</span> Kay Kysar</strong> book release event for her new book of poems, Pretend the World; Birchbark Books and Kenwood Café, 7 PM.\r\nSee <a title=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events \" href=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events </a>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">APRIL 23</span>                                                                                                                          Kenwood Rec Center 3rd Annual Spring </strong><strong>Egg Hunt</strong>                                                        10 - 11:30 AM; face painting, make rabbitears, visit with Peter Rabbit, refreshments; FREE. Sponsored by Kenwood Park and Jen Kyllonen and Stacy Sullivan of Edina Realty. For more information call the Rec Center at (612) 370-4941\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">APRIL 27</span> Lunch with Lisa</strong>,                                                                                              University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10th St, Room 202, Noon - 1 PM\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">MAY 2</span> KIAA Annual Meeting</strong>,                                                                                        Kenwood Café, 6:00 - 8 PM. Meeting begins at 7 PM with optional soup, salad and bread ($10 charge) served starting at 6 PM, followed by informative talk by Ashley Robertson, Center for Energy and the Environment, re: homeowner energy and money saving program for Kenwood\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">MAY 14</span> Kenwood Carnival</strong>,                                                                                             Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave. S, 11 AM - 3 PM. Food &amp; fun for the entire family\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">MAY 17</span> Kenwood School Bike/Walk to School Day</strong>\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">MAY 25</span> Lunch with Lisa:</strong>                                                                                                        “Great Minneapolis Summer Activities”, University of St. Thomas, Noon - 1 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">JUNE 5</span> Isles Ensemble concert</strong>                                                                                             Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 West Lake of the Isles Parkway, 7 PM.                  See <a title=\"http://www.islesensemble.org \" href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org \" target=\"_blank\">http://www.islesensemble.org </a>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">JUNE 6</span> KIAA Board Meeting                </strong>\r\nKenwood Recreation Center, 7 - 8:30 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">JUNE 30</span> Cromulent Shakespeare Company</strong>\r\npresents Julius Caesar, Kenwood Park, 7 - 9 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">JULY 11</span> KIAA Board Meeting</strong>\r\nKenwood Recreation Center, 7 - 8:30 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">AUG 24</span> Lunch with Lisa</strong>, University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10th St, Noon - 1 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">SEPT 12</span> KIAA Board Meeting</strong>, Kenwood Recreation Center, 7 - 8:30 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">SEPT 28</span> Lunch with Lisa</strong>,  University of St. Thomas, Noon - 1 PM\r\n\r\n<strong>ONGOING</strong>                                                                                                                                   <em>Programs at Walker Library</em>, 2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers,\r\nfamilies, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a title=\"www.hclib.org\" href=\"http://www.hclib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call (612) 630- 6650 for details                                                                                             <em></em>\r\n\r\n<em>Programs at Kenwood Rec Center</em>; <a title=\"www.minneapolisparks.org\" href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.                                             <em></em>\r\n\r\n<em>Art classes offered by Artrageous</em>, 2121 West 21st Street; visit\r\n<a title=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" target=\"_blank\">http://www.artrageousadventures.net</a>','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-11','','','2011-09-12 14:40:22','2011-09-12 19:40:22','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/12/16-revision-11/',0,'revision','',0),(55,1,'2011-09-07 15:33:16','2011-09-07 15:33:16','<strong>APRIL 13 Birchbark Books Reading Series</strong>                                                            featuring poets Su Smallen and Jim Moore, Birchbark Books\r\nand Kenwood Café, 2115 West 21st St, 7 PM.\r\nSee <a title=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" href=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>APRIL 16 Earth Day</strong>                                                                                                             Garbage bags can be picked up at the Kenwood Rec Center                                                    from 9:30 AM - 12 PM. Contact Amy Lucas at amymlucas@gmail.com\r\nfor more info and to register volunteers\r\n\r\n<strong>APRIL 21 Kay Kysar</strong> book release event for her\r\nnew book of poems, Pretend the World; Birchbark\r\nBooks and Kenwood Café, 7 PM.\r\nSee <a title=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events \" href=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events </a>\r\n\r\n<strong>APRIL 23 Kenwood Rec Center 3rd Annual Spring </strong>\r\n<strong>Egg Hunt</strong>, 10 - 11:30 AM; face painting, make rabbit\r\nears, visit with Peter Rabbit, refreshments; FREE.\r\nSponsored by Kenwood Park and Jen Kyllonen and\r\nStacy Sullivan of Edina Realty. For more information\r\ncall the Rec Center at (612) 370-4941\r\n\r\n<strong>APRIL 27 Lunch with Lisa</strong>,                                                                                              University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10th St, Room 202, Noon - 1 PM\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>MAY 2 KIAA Annual Meeting</strong>,                                                                                        Kenwood Café, 6:00 - 8 PM. Meeting begins at 7 PM with optional soup,\r\nsalad and bread ($10 charge) served starting at 6\r\nPM, followed by informative talk by Ashley\r\nRobertson, Center for Energy and the Environment,\r\nre: homeowner energy and money saving program\r\nfor Kenwood\r\n\r\n<strong>MAY 14 Kenwood Carnival</strong>,                                                                                             Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave. S, 11 AM - 3 PM. Food &amp; fun for\r\nthe entire family\r\n\r\n<strong>MAY 17 Kenwood School Bike/Walk to School Day</strong>\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>MAY 25 Lunch with Lisa:</strong>                                                                                                        “Great Minneapolis Summer Activities”, University of St. Thomas,\r\nNoon - 1 PM\r\n\r\n<strong>JUNE 5 Isles Ensemble concert</strong>                                                                                             Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 West Lake of the Isles\r\nParkway, 7 PM. See <a title=\"http://www.islesensemble.org \" href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org \" target=\"_blank\">http://www.islesensemble.org </a>\r\n\r\n<strong>JUNE 6 KIAA Board Meeting                </strong>\r\nKenwood Recreation Center, 7 - 8:30 PM\r\n\r\n<strong>JUNE 30 Cromulent Shakespeare Company</strong>\r\npresents Julius Caesar, Kenwood Park, 7 - 9 PM\r\n\r\n<strong>JULY 11 KIAA Board Meeting</strong>\r\nKenwood Recreation Center, 7 - 8:30 PM\r\n\r\n<strong>AUG 24 Lunch with Lisa</strong>, University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10th St, Noon - 1 PM\r\n\r\n<strong>SEPT 12 KIAA Board Meeting</strong>, Kenwood Recreation Center, 7 - 8:30 PM\r\n\r\n<strong>SEPT 28 Lunch with Lisa</strong>,  University of St. Thomas, Noon - 1 PM\r\n\r\n<strong>ONGOING</strong>                                                                                                                                   <em>Programs at Walker Library</em>, 2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers,\r\nfamilies, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a title=\"www.hclib.org\" href=\"http://www.hclib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call (612) 630- 6650 for details                                                                                             <em></em>\r\n\r\n<em>Programs at Kenwood Rec Center</em>; <a title=\"www.minneapolisparks.org\" href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.                                             <em></em>\r\n\r\n<em>Art classes offered by Artrageous</em>, 2121 West 21st Street; visit\r\n<a title=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" target=\"_blank\">http://www.artrageousadventures.net</a>','CALENDAR','','inherit','open','open','','16-revision-7','','','2011-09-07 15:33:16','2011-09-07 15:33:16','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/16-revision-7/',0,'revision','',0),(196,1,'2011-09-14 14:28:31','2011-09-14 19:28:31','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Board Meetings: open to the public, please come! </strong>Meetings are at the<strong> </strong>Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave, from 7 - 8:30 PM on the following dates for the 2011-2012 year:\r\n\r\nSeptember 12, October 3, November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2 and our Annual Meeting is on May 7.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>“Lunch with Lisa”: </strong>Lisa Goodman, our Minneapolis City Council Member, provides the opportunity to talk with her about what’s on your mind and hear an interesting speaker on a topic of interest to our community. Generally held at the University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10<sup>th</sup> St, from noon - 1 PM on the 4<sup>th</sup> Wednesday of the month, these meetings will resume on October 26<sup>th</sup> and are open to the public: get there early to buy a lunch and get a good seat! For dates and to be added to Lisa’s mailing list, visit  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Other annual events: </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> January </strong>Neighborhood ice skating party, Lake of the Isles skating rink<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> February </strong></span>City of Lakes Loppet cross country ski festival; visit <a href=\"http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.cityoflakesloppet.com</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> April</strong></span> Earth Day. Neighborhood volunteers pick up garbage bags at the Kenwood Recreation Center and help clean up the area.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>April</strong></span>  Kenwood Recreation Center Annual Spring Egg Hunt\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> May  </strong></span>Kenwood Carnival, Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave S; food &amp; fun for the entire family!  Visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> Summer </strong></span>Cromulent Shakespeare Company presents a performance in Kenwood Park. See:  <a href=\"http://www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html\" target=\"_blank\">www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>October</strong></span> Twin Cities Marathon; visit <a href=\"http://www.mtcmarathon.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mtcmarathon.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>ONGOING: </strong>Programs at <strong>Walker Library</strong>,<strong> </strong>2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers, families, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call 630-6650 for details.  Programs at <strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> Recreation Center</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.  Art classes offered by <strong>ARTrageous</strong>, 2121 W. 21<sup>st </sup>St; visit <a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net/\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>.  Author reading series at <strong>Birchbark Books</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>. Chamber concerts performed by the <strong>Isles Ensemble</strong> at the Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway; visit <a href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.islesensemble.org</a>.  Art exhibits and receptions at the <strong>Bockley Gallery</strong>, 2123 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>.  Sunday suppers and other programs at <strong>Kenwood Café</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwoodcafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwoodcafe.com</a>.  Youth sports are handled by <strong>WESAC Sports</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.wesac.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.wesac.org</a>.  Events at the <strong>Walker Art Cente</strong>r, 1750 Hennepin Ave; visit <a href=\"http://www.walkerart.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.walkerart.org</a>.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> E-Mail News Group</strong>:  If you would like to receive a monthly update of news and events in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send an e-mail including your name, e-mail address, and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-12','','','2011-09-14 14:28:31','2011-09-14 19:28:31','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/14/16-revision-12/',0,'revision','',0),(56,1,'2011-08-14 22:20:30','2011-08-14 22:20:30','<strong>Map of Area</strong> – replace map with the one in our Welcome Kit and/or link to the city site\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> – add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> – replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-5','','','2011-08-14 22:20:30','2011-08-14 22:20:30','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/14/11-revision-5/',0,'revision','',0),(58,1,'2011-09-07 12:52:31','2011-09-07 17:52:31','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-admin/post.php?post=11&amp;action=edit#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong> [replace map with the one in our Welcome Kit and/or link to the city site]                                <a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-7','','','2011-09-07 12:52:31','2011-09-07 17:52:31','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/11-revision-7/',0,'revision','',0),(59,1,'2011-09-07 12:54:18','2011-09-07 17:54:18','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong> [replace map with the one in our Welcome Kit and/or link to the city site]                                <a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-8','','','2011-09-07 12:54:18','2011-09-07 17:54:18','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/11-revision-8/',0,'revision','',0),(60,1,'2011-09-07 13:00:22','2011-09-07 18:00:22','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong> [replace map with the one in our Welcome Kit and/or link to the city site]                                <a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-9','','','2011-09-07 13:00:22','2011-09-07 18:00:22','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/11-revision-9/',0,'revision','',0),(63,1,'2011-09-07 13:09:25','2011-09-07 18:09:25','<span class=\"style1\" style=\"color: #ff0000;\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong> [replace map with the one in our Welcome Kit and/or link to the city site]                                <a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-12','','','2011-09-07 13:09:25','2011-09-07 18:09:25','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/11-revision-12/',0,'revision','',0),(61,1,'2011-09-07 13:04:30','2011-09-07 18:04:30','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong> [replace map with the one in our Welcome Kit and/or link to the city site]                                <a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-10','','','2011-09-07 13:04:30','2011-09-07 18:04:30','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/11-revision-10/',0,'revision','',0),(62,1,'2011-09-07 13:08:14','2011-09-07 18:08:14','<span class=\"style1\" style=\"color: #ff0000;\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong> [replace map with the one in our Welcome Kit and/or link to the city site]                                <a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-11','','','2011-09-07 13:08:14','2011-09-07 18:08:14','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/11-revision-11/',0,'revision','',0),(64,1,'2011-09-07 13:16:20','2011-09-07 18:16:20','<style type=\"text/css\">\r\n<!--\r\n.style1 {\r\n	font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\r\n	color: #CC1E25;\r\n	font-size: 12px;\r\n	font-weight: bold;\r\n}\r\n-->\r\n</style>\r\n<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong> [replace map with the one in our Welcome Kit and/or link to the city site]                                <a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-13','','','2011-09-07 13:16:20','2011-09-07 18:16:20','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/11-revision-13/',0,'revision','',0),(65,1,'2011-09-07 13:42:43','2011-09-07 18:42:43','','KIAA Membership Form','','inherit','closed','closed','','kiaaform','','','2011-09-07 13:42:43','2011-09-07 18:42:43','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform.gif',0,'attachment','image/gif',0),(71,1,'2011-09-07 13:21:45','2011-09-07 18:21:45','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong> [replace map with the one in our Welcome Kit and/or link to the city site]                                <a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-14','','','2011-09-07 13:21:45','2011-09-07 18:21:45','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/11-revision-14/',0,'revision','',0),(72,1,'2011-09-07 14:04:34','2011-09-07 19:04:34','<style type=\"text/css\">\r\n<!--\r\n.style1 {\r\n	color: #BC023E;\r\n	font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\r\n	font-weight: bold;\r\n	font-size: 12px;\r\n}\r\n-->\r\n</style>\r\n</head>\r\n<body>\r\n<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong> [replace map with the one in our Welcome Kit and/or link to the city site]                                <a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-15','','','2011-09-07 14:04:34','2011-09-07 19:04:34','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/11-revision-15/',0,'revision','',0),(107,1,'2011-09-12 14:20:52','2011-09-12 19:20:52','','KIAA_aerial_map','(aerial view adapted from Google satellite map)','inherit','closed','closed','','kiaa_aerial_map','','','2011-09-12 14:20:52','2011-09-12 19:20:52','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif',0,'attachment','image/gif',0),(73,1,'2011-09-07 14:04:37','2011-09-07 19:04:37','<style type=\"text/css\">\r\n<!--\r\n.style1 {color: #BC023E;\r\n	font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\r\n	font-weight: bold;\r\n	font-size: 12px;}\r\n-->\r\n</style>\r\n</head>\r\n<body>\r\n<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong> [replace map with the one in our Welcome Kit and/or link to the city site]                                <a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-16','','','2011-09-07 14:04:37','2011-09-07 19:04:37','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/11-revision-16/',0,'revision','',0),(74,1,'2011-09-07 14:34:32','2011-09-07 19:34:32','','KIAA_Bylaws_2011','','inherit','closed','closed','','kiaa_bylaws_2011','','','2011-09-07 14:34:32','2011-09-07 19:34:32','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Bylaws_2011.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(76,1,'2011-11-30 12:45:54','2011-11-30 18:45:54','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Lake of Isles</strong> – connected to Cedar Lake and Lake Calhoun by canals. LOI is excellent for canoeing and is home to winter ice skating and hockey. A walking path and one-way cycling path are located along the 2.9 mile shoreline.  For more information on LOI and the off-leash dog park located near its south shore, click on:  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=258\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=258</a>\n\nFor information on the canoe racks, click on:                            <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=26#canoe\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=26#canoe</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles.gif\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-77\" title=\"LoIsles\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles-300x293.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"293\" /></a>\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Cedar Lake</strong> – located west of Lake of the Isles. The lake has 3 sandy beaches: Cedar Point, Cedar South, and East Cedar.  For more information on Cedar Lake, click on:  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=261\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=261</a>\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Tennis</strong> – Kenwood Park is home to six tennis courts, the largest bank of tennis courts in the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board (MPRB) system. The courts were reconstructed in 2007 as a result of a unique partnership between the MPRB, the United States Tennis Association (USTA), and Support the Courts Foundation (which conducted the fundraising effort for the project).\n\nPlay on the Kenwood courts is free and open to the public, on a first-come, first-served basis; there are no reservations. Players are asked to limit their playing time to one hour, as a courtesy to others who may be waiting for a court. Summer lessons are offered by the MPRB and The InnerCity Tennis Program. For more MPRB tennis information, go to:   <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=776\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=776</a>.                                                              For more InnerCity Tennis information, go to: <a href=\"http://www.innercitytennis.org\">www.innercitytennis.org</a>\n\nTremendous thanks to the Kenwood &amp; Lowry Hill Neighborhood Associations and the generosity of hundreds of individual donors and volunteers who contributed to this project. Support the Courts Foundation continues to work raising funds to rebuild courts in other Minneapolis neighborhoods, using Kenwood as a blueprint. As of Summer 2011, Support the Courts Foundation has reconstructed 25 tennis courts in Kenwood, Webber, Pershing, Powderhorn &amp; Lake Hiawatha Parks.\n\n<a href=\"http://www.supportthecourts.net\" target=\"_blank\">supportthecourts.net</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle.jpg\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-78\" title=\"kenwood_angle\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle-300x119.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"119\" /></a>\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>BICYCLE / PEDESTRIAN TRAILS</strong>\n\n<strong>Kenilworth Trail –</strong>\nThe Kenilworth Trail is a paved bicycle trail in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It runs nearly 1.5 miles (2.4 km) and acts as a connector between the Cedar Lake Trail in the north and the Midtown Greenway in the south.\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\n\n<strong>Cedar Lake Trail –</strong>\n\nAlso known as America’s first bicycle freeway, the Cedar Lake Trail is a 3.5 mile path connecting St Louis Park with Downtown and the Mississippi River.\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\n\n&nbsp;\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\n<strong>Kenwood Recreation Center/Kenwood Park</strong> – located at 2101 W. Franklin Ave. For more information on the activities offered and the amenities available:\nAt the Rec center, click on:                           <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=88&amp;parkid=159\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=88&amp;parkid=159</a>\nAt the Park, click on:                                       <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=177\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=177</a>','RECREATION','','inherit','closed','closed','','22-autosave','','','2011-11-30 12:45:54','2011-11-30 18:45:54','',22,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/22-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(77,1,'2011-09-07 14:51:38','2011-09-07 19:51:38','','LoIsles','','inherit','closed','closed','','loisles','','','2011-09-07 14:51:38','2011-09-07 19:51:38','',22,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles.gif',0,'attachment','image/gif',0),(78,1,'2011-09-07 14:55:49','2011-09-07 19:55:49','','kenwood_angle','','inherit','closed','closed','','kenwood_angle','','','2011-09-07 14:55:49','2011-09-07 19:55:49','',22,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(79,1,'2011-08-14 22:28:08','2011-08-14 22:28:08','<strong>Lake of Isles</strong> – restoration report needs updating. Question for KIAA Board Members – do we need something else here? – Maybe a little history?\r\n\r\n<strong>Tennis</strong> – needs updating; take something from Ellen’s website (supportthecourts.net)\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake</strong> – need new photos','RECREATION','','inherit','closed','closed','','22-revision-3','','','2011-08-14 22:28:08','2011-08-14 22:28:08','',22,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/14/22-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(80,1,'2011-09-07 14:57:19','2011-09-07 19:57:19','<strong>Lake of Isles</strong> – [restoration report needs updating. Question for KIAA Board Members – do we need something else here? – Maybe a little history?]\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles.gif\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-77\" title=\"LoIsles\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles-300x293.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"293\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Tennis</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.supportthecourts.net\" target=\"_blank\">supportthecourts.net</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle.jpg\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-78\" title=\"kenwood_angle\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle-300x119.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"119\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake</strong> – need new photos\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','RECREATION','','inherit','closed','closed','','22-revision-4','','','2011-09-07 14:57:19','2011-09-07 19:57:19','',22,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/22-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(81,2,'2017-02-06 15:32:25','2017-02-06 21:32:25','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our HOME page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Kenwood-Isles Area Association</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>2017–2019 Neighborhood Priorities Plan Survey</strong></p>\r\nAt the end of 2016, the Kenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) surveyed the neighborhood to help identify neighborhood priorities for 2017-2019. We publicized the opportunity to participate widely, and received 125 responses.  We greatly appreciate those who took the time to respond.\r\n\r\nFor the survey, the all-volunteer KIAA board identified 12 possible priorities, and respondents were asked to rate these on a scale from one to five (one being not at all important, five being very important). They were also asked about problems, issues, and opportunities for the neighborhood.  Here is what you told us:\r\n\r\n<strong>1.  Addressing SWLRT impacts</strong>\r\n\r\nAddressing the impacts of Southwest LRT, if it is built, was by far the neighborhood’s highest priority, with 80% of respondents saying they consider it “very important.”  The average rating for this priority was <strong>4.54</strong>.  Examples of neighbors’ elaboration on the issue include:\r\n\r\n<em>“SWLRT is a huge issue and one that we need to assure has the least possible impact as far as noise, etc., both during construction and once running.  Assuring the SWLRT takes every step to reduce their noise (no bells and horns, etc.) and that the area is built out to mitigate noise (berms, natural and built structures, etc.) will be critical.</em>\r\n\r\n<strong>2.  Protecting our Lakes</strong>\r\n\r\n“Promoting landscaping that protects our lakes,” with an average rating of <strong>4.22</strong>, was considered the second highest priority.  About 53% of respondents ranked it as “5 – Very important.”\r\n\r\n<em>“As a neighborhood of lakes, proactively promote protecting the environment, in particular water quality in the lakes.”</em>\r\n\r\n<strong>3.  Policing East Cedar Beach</strong>\r\n\r\nItems relating to East Cedar Beach (Hidden Beach) were also deemed important, though not quite rising to the level of the first two issues.  This may reflect the success of recent KIAA initiatives; serious problems have declined significantly over the past two years, so ECB issues may seem less urgent.  “Additional police patrols” at ECB ranked as the third top priority at <strong>3.79</strong>, “capital improvements” at ECB averaged 3.38, and “sports and youth arts programming” at ECB averaged 3.32.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<em>“Hidden beach continues to be an issue.  I like the approaches that have been started and hope they continue.”</em>\r\n\r\n<strong>4.  Supporting Kenwood Recreation Center</strong>\r\n\r\nAt an average rating of <strong>3.64</strong>, supporting Kenwood Recreation/Community Center programming comes in just below policing East Cedar Beach.  Related to this, capital improvements at Kenwood Park are also seen as somewhat important with an average rating of 3.35.\r\n\r\n<strong>5.  Sponsoring neighborhood events; supporting Kenwood School</strong>\r\n\r\nThese two categories round out the top priorities, both with an average rating of <strong>3.34</strong>.\r\n\r\nAddressing parking congestion in Downtown Kenwood, creating “public art installations” and “expanding Nice Ride bike share in the neighborhood” all ranked at 3.0 (somewhat important) or below.\r\n\r\n<strong>Open-Ended Questions</strong>\r\n\r\nRespondents offered many unique issues and suggestions. KIAA will refer a number of these to the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board.  Some of the responses can be grouped into categories for consideration:\r\n\r\n<strong>Traffic</strong>\r\n\r\nSeveral neighbors identified the need for traffic calming (in both streets and alleys), traffic enforcement, and signage.  Some specified specific problematic areas and offered suggestions.\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong>\r\n\r\nA number of people expressed concern about crime, primarily garage and car burglaries.  There is a perception that the problem is increasing or that the neighborhood is being targeted.\r\n\r\n<strong>Street Lighting</strong>\r\n\r\nSeveral respondents noted that streets seem very dark, and that improved lighting would be a positive addition to Kenwood.\r\n\r\n<strong>Community Gathering Space</strong>\r\n\r\nWhile Downtown Kenwood is thriving, many respondents lamented the lack of a casual gathering space where neighbors could get together.\r\n\r\n<strong>Community Events</strong>\r\n\r\nA number of people suggested events that could improve Kenwood’s livability and vitality, such as winter activities, meet-ups for families with young kids, neighborhood clubs, and coordinating National Night Out.\r\n\r\nKIAA will submit our “Neighborhood Priorities Plan” to the City of Minneapolis in support of our Community Participation Plan.  We hope to receive $15,000 annually during 2017-2019 through the Neighborhood and Community Relations department to support local efforts.\r\n\r\nThe KIAA board thanks our neighbors for your thoughtful responses and ideas.  We welcome any Kenwood resident who would like to help work on any of these issues.  Please feel free to contact KIAA chair Jeanette Colby at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a> or any other board member, or come to our regular meetings held on the first Monday of most every month at the Kenwood Rec Center, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Newsletter </strong><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA.pdf\">(click here for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>\r\n</strong><strong></strong>','NEWS','','inherit','closed','closed','','24-autosave','','','2017-02-06 15:32:25','2017-02-06 21:32:25','',24,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/24-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(82,1,'2011-09-07 15:03:31','2011-09-07 20:03:31','','KIAA','','inherit','closed','closed','','kiaa-2','','','2011-09-07 15:03:31','2011-09-07 20:03:31','',24,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(83,1,'2011-08-14 22:24:26','2011-08-14 22:24:26','<strong>Replace</strong> the February edition of our e-newsletter with the June edition (Kenwood News June 2011 – attached)\r\n\r\n<strong>Replace</strong> everything else with the following articles from our Spring Newsletter (all attached; all begin with “Spring 2011 Newsletter …”)\r\n… Crime\r\n… NRP\r\n… LRT\r\n… Palio\r\n… Playground\r\n… Walker\r\n… Parade Rd\r\n… Planting\r\n… LOI\r\n… WESAC\r\n\r\n<strong>Question for KIAA Board Members</strong> – do we need to access our semiannual newsletter given that we include every article from the newsletter on the website?','NEWS','','inherit','closed','closed','','24-revision-2','','','2011-08-14 22:24:26','2011-08-14 22:24:26','',24,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/14/24-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(85,1,'2011-09-07 15:17:28','2011-09-07 20:17:28','<strong>NRP</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.nrp.org/\">www.nrp.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Minneapolis</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Hennepin County</strong> – <a href=\"http://co.hennepin.mn.us\">http://co.hennepin.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>State Government</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.state.mn.us/portal/mn/jsp/home.do?agency=NorthStar\">www.state.mn.us</a>','GOVERNMENT','','inherit','closed','closed','','26-revision-3','','','2011-09-07 15:17:28','2011-09-07 20:17:28','',26,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/26-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(86,2,'2017-12-08 11:00:53','2017-12-08 17:00:53','<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\n\nThe Southwest  Light Rail (SWLRT) Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC.\n\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\n\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\n\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\n\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\n\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected in 2015.\n\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\n\nThe four comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-04_22_2015-Materials_THL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 04_22_2015 Materials_THL</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials-FINAL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials FINAL</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Hill &amp; Lake Press article re: SWLRT</strong></p>\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong> By Michael Wilson</p>\n<p align=\"center\">The above article can be found on the bottom part of page one of this link:</p>\n<a title=\"Viability of SWLRT, current alignment questioned\" href=\"http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf\">http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf</a>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\n<strong>Southwest LRT Update re Park Board:\n</strong>\n\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects.\n\nThe Commissioners voted on the following resolution:\n\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\n\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\n\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\n\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\n\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\n\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\n\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\n\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\n\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\n\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\n\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\n\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\n\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\n\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\n\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\n\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\n\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\n\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\n\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\n\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\n\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\n\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\n\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\n\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\n\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\n\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\n&nbsp;\n\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>\n\n&nbsp;\n\nKenwood News and Meeting Update January 17, 2015\n\n&nbsp;','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-autosave','','','2017-12-08 11:00:53','2017-12-08 17:00:53','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/46-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(87,1,'2011-08-31 18:26:55','2011-08-31 18:26:55','','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-3','','','2011-08-31 18:26:55','2011-08-31 18:26:55','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/31/46-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(1094,2,'2015-02-23 17:48:37','2015-02-23 23:48:37','','DraftSDEISSections (2)','','inherit','closed','closed','','draftsdeissections-2','','','2015-02-23 17:48:37','2015-02-23 23:48:37','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(1095,2,'2015-02-09 18:05:28','2015-02-10 00:05:28','<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, December, 2014\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe two comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-42','','','2015-02-09 18:05:28','2015-02-10 00:05:28','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/02/09/46-revision-42/',0,'revision','',0),(1096,2,'2015-02-23 17:49:37','2015-02-23 23:49:37','<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations. It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, December, 2014\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe two comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-43','','','2015-02-23 17:49:37','2015-02-23 23:49:37','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/02/23/46-revision-43/',0,'revision','',0),(880,2,'2014-04-13 19:54:11','2014-04-14 00:54:11','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-86','','','2014-04-13 19:54:11','2014-04-14 00:54:11','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/04/13/240-revision-86/',0,'revision','',0),(983,2,'2013-07-01 17:40:29','2013-07-01 22:40:29','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>History of the Kenwood Neighborhood</strong>\r\n\r\nKenwood was the name of an addition platted just outside the Minneapolis city limits around 1887.  At that time, a rail line ran along the west side of the neighborhood near the shoreline of Cedar Lake.  A depot and a hotel were located at what is now West 22nd Street where it ends at Cedar Lake.\r\n\r\nLake of the Isles and its shoreline were acquired by the City of Minneapolis in 1886.  The lake became part of the city’s famed park system and “Chain of Lakes”, along with Cedar Lake to the west and Lakes Calhoun and Harriet to the south.  Lake of the Isles originally was a very large, mosquito-infested swamp, and in 1899, the city started the dredging that created the charming lake with its unusual islands, extensive shoreline, and surrounding picturesque parkland.\r\n\r\nA newspaper ad of the late 1880’s announced the Kenwood Addition as “high, sightly and attractive” and as the “choicest place for elegant residences.”  Lots were platted, streets were graded, city water pipes were laid, and city streetcar lines were planned.  Soon a number of large residences were built and over the next few decades the neighborhood filled with homes built in various styles then popular.\r\n\r\nKenwood has several landmarks In addition to Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake.  These include the 1910 brick water tower on Kenwood Parkway; the Peavey Fountain (originally built to water horses) at the intersection of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway and Kenwood Parkway; the “Mary Tyler Moore House” of television programming fame at the SW corner of Kenwood Parkway and W. 21st Street; and three grand, adjoining homes on the 2200 block of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway, built by Cream of Wheat founder Emory Mapes for himself and family members.  Other landmarks are Kenwood’s small commercially zoned area at Penn Ave. S. and W. 21st Street; Kenwood Elementary School and Park/Recreation Center at Penn Ave. S. and W. Franklin Ave;  Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church on W. Lake of the Isles Parkway at W. 21st St; and the very large natural green space amenity, Kenwood Park.\r\n\r\nKenwood Park occupies most of the northern portion of the neighborhood.  Although the park includes baseball and soccer fields, tennis courts, and a playground, most of the park has been reserved as open, natural space.  According to the Minneapolis Park Board website, the land for Kenwood Park was purchased in 1907, and low land in the park was filled with material dredged from Lake of the Isles in 1908.  Tennis courts and sidewalks were installed between 1911 and 1913.  During the 1920’s, neighborhood residents opposed plans for further development of the park, fearing the destruction of the park’s natural features.  Neighborhood opposition caused the development plans to be scaled back significantly.\r\n\r\nKenwood includes about 540 residential structures, most of which are single-family houses dating from the late 1800’s and early 1900’s.  Many larger homes were divided into rooming houses and duplexes during the mid-1900’s, but in the 1960’s and 1970’s most of these homes were rehabilitated and converted back to single-family use.  Kenwood’s popularity grew in the 1980’s and 1990’s as residents and buyers recognized the increasing value of the neighborhood’s beautiful homes and Kenwood’s proximity to downtown, Uptown, and the Minneapolis park and lake system.\r\n\r\nThose interested in historical research can find many photographs of the neighborhood in the archives of the Minnesota Historical Society, at <a title=\"www.mnhs.org\" href=\"http://www.mnhs.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mnhs.org</a> , and the Minneapolis Public Library, at <a title=\"www.mplib.org\" href=\"http://www.mplib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mplib.org</a>.<strong><strong>\r\n</strong></strong>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong>\r\n<table width=\"507\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"><colgroup> <col width=\"116\" /> <col width=\"75\" /> <col width=\"78\" /> <col width=\"53\" /> <col width=\"79\" /> <col span=\"2\" width=\"53\" /></colgroup>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"3\" width=\"269\" height=\"18\">KENWOOD</td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"79\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"4\" height=\"18\"> GENERAL DEMOGRAPHICS IN 2000</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"12\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td>COUNT</td>\r\n<td>PERCENT</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">POPULATION</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Total</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1500</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Gender</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Male</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">756</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">50.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Female</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">744</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">49.6%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Age</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Under Age 5</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">105</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">7.0%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">5 to 9</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">98</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.5%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">10 to 14</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">102</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">15 to 19</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">65</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">4.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">20 to 24</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">33</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">25 to 34</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">168</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">11.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">35 to 44</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">274</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">18.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">45 to 54</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">312</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">20.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">55 to 59</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">121</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">8.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">60 to 64</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">72</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">4.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">65 to 74</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">92</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">75 to 84</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">40</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">85 &amp; over</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">18</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Median age</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">41.8</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Race</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">White</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1416</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">94.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Black</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">21</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Am. Indian</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">0.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Asian</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">40</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Other</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">0.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">2 or more races</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">16</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">HOUSING UNITS</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Total</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">620</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">606</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">97.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Vacant</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">14</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Owner Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">508</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">83.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Renter Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">98</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">16.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"2\" height=\"15\">Source:  US Census Bureau</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> has a Crime &amp; Safety Committee to promote safety in our neighborhood, chaired by Mark Johnson.  Committee goals include educating residents about safety issues, recruiting block leaders, and maintaining communications with the Minneapolis Police Department and the 5th Police Precinct’s civilian Crime Prevention Specialist.\r\n\r\nFor detailed information regarding crime prevention, graffiti removal, unwanted solicitations, and other safety tips, visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police</a>.\r\n\r\nThe Kenwood neighborhood is assigned to the 5th Precinct of the Minneapolis Police Department.  If you want to receive the Precinct’s quarterly e-newsletter, please subscribe at the bottom of: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>.\r\n\r\nWanted: Block Club Leaders! – Block clubs provide a way for neighbors to know one another, increase awareness, and decrease opportunities for crimes to occur.  Want to become a block club leader?  Please contact Chelsea Adams, our 5th Precinct Crime Prevention Specialist, at: <a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> publishes a monthly e-newsletter for Kenwood residents, including up-to-date crime information along with other news and events.  Special crime alert bulletins are also distributed when needed.  A new volunteer is needed in order to continue the newsletter.\r\n\r\nNational Night Out (NNO) is an annual nationwide crime prevention event held in early August.  Residents participate in outdoor block parties and get to know their neighbors.  The event also promotes positive community-police partnerships in the context of a fun summer evening with family, neighbors, and friends.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">###</span></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">When to call 911</span></strong>\r\n<strong>A MESSAGE FROM A MPD CRIME PREVENTION SPECIALIST</strong>\r\n\r\nMany citizens observe suspicious activities or hear something that doesn’t seem right.  We think briefly about phoning 911, but often decide not to.  Below is a list of thoughts and facts about calling 911 that hopefully will demonstrate why we need to revise our thinking.\r\n\r\n1.) Thought:  Maybe this isn’t an emergency; is calling 911 appropriate?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> 911 is the only number in Minneapolis you can call to get a police, fire or ambulance response (examples: loud music or parties; gunshot sounds; alarms or glass being broken; unfamiliar person carrying valuable items down an alley or from a neighbor’s house; someone shouting “help”, “fire”, or “rape”; car driving slowly down the alley with its lights off; a person peering into parked cars, garages, or house windows).\r\n\r\n2.) Thought:  Will the perpetrator/s retaliate against me?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> Officers do not identify any 911 caller when stopping or talking to a suspicious person. You may also tell the 911 operator you want to remain anonymous. In cases of misdemeanor crime, the police might need to call you and have you verify the person and what you saw. Your anonymity can still be kept.\r\n\r\n3.) Thought:  By the time the police arrive, the suspicious person/s or vehicle will be gone.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> A caller to 911 is most helpful if able to describe the person/s, vehicle/s, and direction of travel (if moving). A 911 dispatcher can send messages to an officer’s in-squad-car computer.  If the suspicious person/s or vehicles are spotted at a later time, a good description provides the officer with enough probable cause to stop and identify the person or vehicle.\r\n\r\n4.) Thought:  I don’t want to get involved; maybe someone else will call.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> In order to have safer streets and communities, everyone needs to help.  Call 911 whenever you witness illegal or suspicious behavior/activity. The police need the community’s eyes and ears.  Without citizen help, our Minneapolis police have a much harder time enforcing the laws and stopping criminal behavior.\r\n\r\n<strong>Chelsea Adams</strong>\r\nCrime Prevention Specialist\r\nMinneapolis Police Department, 5th Precinct\r\n3101 Nicollet Ave S,\r\nMinneapolis, MN  55408\r\n<a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>\r\n(612) 673-2819\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong>\r\n\r\nARTRAGEOUS ADVENTURES\r\n612-423-7554\r\n2121 W. 21st St.\r\nAmanda Vallone\r\n<a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>\r\nA kids art studio; create, play &amp; party!\r\n\r\nBIRCHBARK BOOKS                                                                                                         612-374-4023\r\n2115 W. 21st St.                                                                                         <a href=\"mailto:info@birchbarkbooks.com\">info@birchbarkbooks.com</a>                                                                        <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com </a>                                                                                                                     A full-range indie bookstore featuring American Indian arts &amp; crafts                                HOURS\r\nMon – Fri: 9:00 to 6:00\r\nSat: 10:00 to 5:00\r\nSun: 11:00 to 5:00\r\n\r\nBOCKLEY GALLERY                                                                                                          612-377-4669\r\n2123 W. 21st St.                                                                                <a href=\"mailto:information@bockleygallerv.com\">information@bockleygallerv.com</a>                                                                <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>\r\nArt gallery  EXHIBITION HOURS  Wed, Fri, Sat: Noon to 5:00  Thu: Noon to 7:00\r\n\r\nFRAMESTYLES                                                                                                                   612-374-2420\r\n2107 Penn Ave. S.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.framestyles.net\" target=\"_blank\">www.framestyles.net</a>                                                                                                                     Custom frame and gift shop                                                                                                          HOURS\r\nMon – Thu: 10:00 to 8:00\r\nFri: 10:00 to 6:00\r\nSat: 10:00 to 5:00\r\nSun: Noon to 4:00\r\n\r\nKENWOOD ELEMENTARY  SCHOOL                                                                        612-668-2760\r\n2013 Penn Ave. S.\r\nSue Payne, Community Liaison                                                      <a href=\"mailto:Kenwoodpta@yahoo.com\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwoodpta@yahoo.com</a>                                                                 <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>                                                                                       Neighborhood school - K to 5th grade\r\n\r\nKENWOOD PET CLINIC                                                                                                    612-377-5551\r\n2107 Penn Ave. S.                                                                                     <a href=\"http://www.kenwoodpetclinic.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwoodpetclinic.com</a>                                                                                                        Routine and specialized medical &amp; surgical care, including dentistry\r\nHOURS\r\nMon and Thu: 8:30 to 6:00  Tue and Wed: 8:30 to 8:00  Fri: 8:30 to 5:30\r\nSat: 8:30 to 1:00\r\n\r\nKENWOOD RECREATION  CENTER\r\n612-370-4941\r\n2101 W. Franklin Ave.                                                                     <a href=\"mailto:mmercil@minneapolisparks.org\">mmercil@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>                                                                                                  Year-round City Park offering recreational  programs for all ages. Rental space avail.\r\nHOURS\r\nNon-summer: Mon - Fri: 12:30 to 9:00             Sat: 9:00 to 3:00\r\n\r\nSummer: Mon - Thu: 12:30 to 9:00             Fri: 12:30 to 5:00\r\n\r\nSTEPHEN DEAN\'S TAILORS                                                                                           612-374-2663\r\n2102 Penn Ave. S, Lower Level                                                                                                Complete alterations for men\'s and women\'s clothing\r\nHOURS\r\nTue - Fri: 8:30 to 5:00  Sat: 9:00 to 3:00\r\n\r\n<strong>Note:</strong> Business hours are subject to  change','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-50','','','2013-07-01 17:40:29','2013-07-01 22:40:29','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2013/07/01/11-revision-50/',0,'revision','',0),(108,1,'2011-09-07 14:05:59','2011-09-07 19:05:59','<style type=\"text/css\">\r\n<!--\r\n.style1 {color: #BC023E;\r\n	font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\r\n	font-weight: bold;\r\n	font-size: 12px;}\r\n-->\r\n</style>\r\n</head>\r\n<body>\r\n<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong> [replace map with the one in our Welcome Kit and/or link to the city site]                                <a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-17','','','2011-09-07 14:05:59','2011-09-07 19:05:59','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/11-revision-17/',0,'revision','',0),(109,1,'2011-09-07 15:42:47','2011-09-07 15:42:47','<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">APRIL 13</span> Birchbark Books Reading Series</strong>                                                            featuring poets Su Smallen and Jim Moore, Birchbark Books and Kenwood Café,            2115 West 21st St, 7 PM.\r\nSee <a title=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" href=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">APRIL 16</span> Earth Day</strong>                                                                                                             Garbage bags can be picked up at the Kenwood Rec Center from 9:30 AM - 12 PM.    Contact Amy Lucas at amymlucas@gmail.com for more info and to register volunteers\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">APRIL 21</span> Kay Kysar</strong> book release event for her new book of poems, Pretend the World; Birchbark Books and Kenwood Café, 7 PM.\r\nSee <a title=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events \" href=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events </a>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">APRIL 23</span>                                                                                                                          Kenwood Rec Center 3rd Annual Spring </strong><strong>Egg Hunt</strong>                                                        10 - 11:30 AM; face painting, make rabbitears, visit with Peter Rabbit, refreshments; FREE. Sponsored by Kenwood Park and Jen Kyllonen and Stacy Sullivan of Edina Realty. For more information call the Rec Center at (612) 370-4941\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">APRIL 27</span> Lunch with Lisa</strong>,                                                                                              University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10th St, Room 202, Noon - 1 PM\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">MAY 2</span> KIAA Annual Meeting</strong>,                                                                                        Kenwood Café, 6:00 - 8 PM. Meeting begins at 7 PM with optional soup, salad and bread ($10 charge) served starting at 6 PM, followed by informative talk by Ashley Robertson, Center for Energy and the Environment, re: homeowner energy and money saving program for Kenwood\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">MAY 14</span> Kenwood Carnival</strong>,                                                                                             Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave. S, 11 AM - 3 PM. Food &amp; fun for the entire family\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">MAY 17</span> Kenwood School Bike/Walk to School Day</strong>\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">MAY 25</span> Lunch with Lisa:</strong>                                                                                                        “Great Minneapolis Summer Activities”, University of St. Thomas, Noon - 1 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">JUNE 5</span> Isles Ensemble concert</strong>                                                                                             Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 West Lake of the Isles Parkway, 7 PM.                  See <a title=\"http://www.islesensemble.org \" href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org \" target=\"_blank\">http://www.islesensemble.org </a>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">JUNE 6</span> KIAA Board Meeting                </strong>\r\nKenwood Recreation Center, 7 - 8:30 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">JUNE 30</span> Cromulent Shakespeare Company</strong>\r\npresents Julius Caesar, Kenwood Park, 7 - 9 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">JULY 11</span> KIAA Board Meeting</strong>\r\nKenwood Recreation Center, 7 - 8:30 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">AUG 24</span> Lunch with Lisa</strong>, University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10th St, Noon - 1 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">SEPT 12</span> KIAA Board Meeting</strong>, Kenwood Recreation Center, 7 - 8:30 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">SEPT 28</span> Lunch with Lisa</strong>,  University of St. Thomas, Noon - 1 PM\r\n\r\n<strong>ONGOING</strong>                                                                                                                                   <em>Programs at Walker Library</em>, 2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers,\r\nfamilies, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a title=\"www.hclib.org\" href=\"http://www.hclib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call (612) 630- 6650 for details                                                                                             <em></em>\r\n\r\n<em>Programs at Kenwood Rec Center</em>; <a title=\"www.minneapolisparks.org\" href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.                                             <em></em>\r\n\r\n<em>Art classes offered by Artrageous</em>, 2121 West 21st Street; visit\r\n<a title=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" target=\"_blank\">http://www.artrageousadventures.net</a>','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-8','','','2011-09-07 15:42:47','2011-09-07 15:42:47','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/16-revision-8/',0,'revision','',0),(110,1,'2011-09-12 14:39:09','2011-09-12 19:39:09','<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">APRIL 13</span> Birchbark Books Reading Series</strong>                                                            featuring poets Su Smallen and Jim Moore, Birchbark Books and Kenwood Café,            2115 West 21st St, 7 PM.\r\nSee <a title=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" href=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">APRIL 16</span> Earth Day</strong>                                                                                                             Garbage bags can be picked up at the Kenwood Rec Center from 9:30 AM - 12 PM.    Contact Amy Lucas at amymlucas@gmail.com for more info and to register volunteers\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">APRIL 21</span> Kay Kysar</strong> book release event for her new book of poems, Pretend the World; Birchbark Books and Kenwood Café, 7 PM.\r\nSee <a title=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events \" href=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events </a>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">APRIL 23</span>                                                                                                                          Kenwood Rec Center 3rd Annual Spring </strong><strong>Egg Hunt</strong>                                                        10 - 11:30 AM; face painting, make rabbitears, visit with Peter Rabbit, refreshments; FREE. Sponsored by Kenwood Park and Jen Kyllonen and Stacy Sullivan of Edina Realty. For more information call the Rec Center at (612) 370-4941\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">APRIL 27</span> Lunch with Lisa</strong>,                                                                                              University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10th St, Room 202, Noon - 1 PM\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">MAY 2</span> KIAA Annual Meeting</strong>,                                                                                        Kenwood Café, 6:00 - 8 PM. Meeting begins at 7 PM with optional soup, salad and bread ($10 charge) served starting at 6 PM, followed by informative talk by Ashley Robertson, Center for Energy and the Environment, re: homeowner energy and money saving program for Kenwood\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">MAY 14</span> Kenwood Carnival</strong>,                                                                                             Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave. S, 11 AM - 3 PM. Food &amp; fun for the entire family\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">MAY 17</span> Kenwood School Bike/Walk to School Day</strong>\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">MAY 25</span> Lunch with Lisa:</strong>                                                                                                        “Great Minneapolis Summer Activities”, University of St. Thomas, Noon - 1 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">JUNE 5</span> Isles Ensemble concert</strong>                                                                                             Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 West Lake of the Isles Parkway, 7 PM.                  See <a title=\"http://www.islesensemble.org \" href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org \" target=\"_blank\">http://www.islesensemble.org </a>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">JUNE 6</span> KIAA Board Meeting                </strong>\r\nKenwood Recreation Center, 7 - 8:30 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">JUNE 30</span> Cromulent Shakespeare Company</strong>\r\npresents Julius Caesar, Kenwood Park, 7 - 9 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">JULY 11</span> KIAA Board Meeting</strong>\r\nKenwood Recreation Center, 7 - 8:30 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">AUG 24</span> Lunch with Lisa</strong>, University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10th St, Noon - 1 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">SEPT 12</span> KIAA Board Meeting</strong>, Kenwood Recreation Center, 7 - 8:30 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">SEPT 28</span> Lunch with Lisa</strong>,  University of St. Thomas, Noon - 1 PM\r\n\r\n<strong>ONGOING</strong>                                                                                                                                   <em>Programs at Walker Library</em>, 2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers,\r\nfamilies, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a title=\"www.hclib.org\" href=\"http://www.hclib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call (612) 630- 6650 for details                                                                                             <em></em>\r\n\r\n<em>Programs at Kenwood Rec Center</em>; <a title=\"www.minneapolisparks.org\" href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.                                             <em></em>\r\n\r\n<em>Art classes offered by Artrageous</em>, 2121 West 21st Street; visit\r\n<a title=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" target=\"_blank\">http://www.artrageousadventures.net</a>','2011','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-9','','','2011-09-12 14:39:09','2011-09-12 19:39:09','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/12/16-revision-9/',0,'revision','',0),(111,1,'2011-09-12 14:40:01','2011-09-12 19:40:01','<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">APRIL 13</span> Birchbark Books Reading Series</strong>                                                            featuring poets Su Smallen and Jim Moore, Birchbark Books and Kenwood Café,            2115 West 21st St, 7 PM.\r\nSee <a title=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" href=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">APRIL 16</span> Earth Day</strong>                                                                                                             Garbage bags can be picked up at the Kenwood Rec Center from 9:30 AM - 12 PM.    Contact Amy Lucas at amymlucas@gmail.com for more info and to register volunteers\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">APRIL 21</span> Kay Kysar</strong> book release event for her new book of poems, Pretend the World; Birchbark Books and Kenwood Café, 7 PM.\r\nSee <a title=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events \" href=\"http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">http://birchbarkbooks.com/Events </a>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">APRIL 23</span>                                                                                                                          Kenwood Rec Center 3rd Annual Spring </strong><strong>Egg Hunt</strong>                                                        10 - 11:30 AM; face painting, make rabbitears, visit with Peter Rabbit, refreshments; FREE. Sponsored by Kenwood Park and Jen Kyllonen and Stacy Sullivan of Edina Realty. For more information call the Rec Center at (612) 370-4941\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">APRIL 27</span> Lunch with Lisa</strong>,                                                                                              University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10th St, Room 202, Noon - 1 PM\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">MAY 2</span> KIAA Annual Meeting</strong>,                                                                                        Kenwood Café, 6:00 - 8 PM. Meeting begins at 7 PM with optional soup, salad and bread ($10 charge) served starting at 6 PM, followed by informative talk by Ashley Robertson, Center for Energy and the Environment, re: homeowner energy and money saving program for Kenwood\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">MAY 14</span> Kenwood Carnival</strong>,                                                                                             Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave. S, 11 AM - 3 PM. Food &amp; fun for the entire family\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">MAY 17</span> Kenwood School Bike/Walk to School Day</strong>\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">MAY 25</span> Lunch with Lisa:</strong>                                                                                                        “Great Minneapolis Summer Activities”, University of St. Thomas, Noon - 1 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">JUNE 5</span> Isles Ensemble concert</strong>                                                                                             Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 West Lake of the Isles Parkway, 7 PM.                  See <a title=\"http://www.islesensemble.org \" href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org \" target=\"_blank\">http://www.islesensemble.org </a>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">JUNE 6</span> KIAA Board Meeting                </strong>\r\nKenwood Recreation Center, 7 - 8:30 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">JUNE 30</span> Cromulent Shakespeare Company</strong>\r\npresents Julius Caesar, Kenwood Park, 7 - 9 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">JULY 11</span> KIAA Board Meeting</strong>\r\nKenwood Recreation Center, 7 - 8:30 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">AUG 24</span> Lunch with Lisa</strong>, University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10th St, Noon - 1 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">SEPT 12</span> KIAA Board Meeting</strong>, Kenwood Recreation Center, 7 - 8:30 PM\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">SEPT 28</span> Lunch with Lisa</strong>,  University of St. Thomas, Noon - 1 PM\r\n\r\n<strong>ONGOING</strong>                                                                                                                                   <em>Programs at Walker Library</em>, 2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers,\r\nfamilies, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a title=\"www.hclib.org\" href=\"http://www.hclib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call (612) 630- 6650 for details                                                                                             <em></em>\r\n\r\n<em>Programs at Kenwood Rec Center</em>; <a title=\"www.minneapolisparks.org\" href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.                                             <em></em>\r\n\r\n<em>Art classes offered by Artrageous</em>, 2121 West 21st Street; visit\r\n<a title=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" target=\"_blank\">http://www.artrageousadventures.net</a>','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-10','','','2011-09-12 14:40:01','2011-09-12 19:40:01','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/12/16-revision-10/',0,'revision','',0),(112,1,'2011-09-12 14:30:59','2011-09-12 19:30:59','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-18','','','2011-09-12 14:30:59','2011-09-12 19:30:59','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/12/11-revision-18/',0,'revision','',0),(113,1,'2011-09-13 14:44:43','2011-09-13 19:44:43','','KIAA_Membership','','inherit','closed','closed','','kiaa_membership','','','2011-09-13 14:44:43','2011-09-13 19:44:43','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Membership.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(978,2,'2014-05-16 21:20:52','2014-05-17 02:20:52','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-95','','','2014-05-16 21:20:52','2014-05-17 02:20:52','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/05/16/240-revision-95/',0,'revision','',0),(980,2,'2014-06-01 17:43:53','2014-06-01 22:43:53','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-96','','','2014-06-01 17:43:53','2014-06-01 22:43:53','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/06/01/240-revision-96/',0,'revision','',0),(130,1,'2011-09-12 15:17:17','2011-09-12 20:17:17','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> in a larger map</small>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-19','','','2011-09-12 15:17:17','2011-09-12 20:17:17','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/12/11-revision-19/',0,'revision','',0),(131,1,'2011-09-13 16:17:19','2011-09-13 21:17:19','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> in a larger map</small>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-20','','','2011-09-13 16:17:19','2011-09-13 21:17:19','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/11-revision-20/',0,'revision','',0),(132,1,'2011-09-07 15:23:00','2011-09-07 20:23:00','Planning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number\r\nof KIAA Board members participated in station area planning beginning last\r\nsummer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at\r\n<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\">http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\nTwo KIAA Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC).\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS),\r\nthe CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed\r\ncorridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed\r\nthat the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be\r\nreleased before the end of April. Finally, KIAA has been following the heated\r\ndiscussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains\r\ncurrently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their\r\nrelocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured\r\nconstituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that\r\nthey can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity,\r\nand use of available tools and partnerships, KIAA hopes that the proposed SWLRT can\r\nbe a national example of excellence in transit design\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, KIAA LRT Committee Chair','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-4','','','2011-09-07 15:23:00','2011-09-07 20:23:00','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/46-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(133,1,'2011-09-13 17:06:56','2011-09-13 22:06:56','For the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest LRT Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of KIAA Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo KIAA Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, KIAA has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, KIAA hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, KIAA LRT Committee Chair','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-5','','','2011-09-13 17:06:56','2011-09-13 22:06:56','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/46-revision-5/',0,'revision','',0),(134,1,'2011-09-13 17:09:29','2011-09-13 22:09:29','For the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest LRT Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of KIAA Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo KIAA Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, KIAA has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, KIAA hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, KIAA LRT Committee Chair','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-6','','','2011-09-13 17:09:29','2011-09-13 22:09:29','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/46-revision-6/',0,'revision','',0),(135,1,'2011-09-13 17:10:53','2011-09-13 22:10:53','For the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of KIAA Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo KIAA Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, KIAA has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, KIAA hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, KIAA LRT Committee Chair','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-7','','','2011-09-13 17:10:53','2011-09-13 22:10:53','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/46-revision-7/',0,'revision','',0),(136,1,'2011-09-13 16:30:42','2011-09-13 21:30:42','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-21','','','2011-09-13 16:30:42','2011-09-13 21:30:42','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/11-revision-21/',0,'revision','',0),(137,1,'2011-09-13 17:47:05','2011-09-13 22:47:05','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div class=\"aligncenter\" style=\"width: 225px; height: 0; border-top: 2px dotted #ff7500; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-22','','','2011-09-13 17:47:05','2011-09-13 22:47:05','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/11-revision-22/',0,'revision','',0),(138,1,'2011-09-13 17:49:26','2011-09-13 22:49:26','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div class=\"aligncenter\" style=\"width: 550px; height: 0; border-top: 2px dotted #ff7500; font-size: 4;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-23','','','2011-09-13 17:49:26','2011-09-13 22:49:26','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/11-revision-23/',0,'revision','',0),(139,1,'2011-09-13 17:53:07','2011-09-13 22:53:07','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div class=\"aligncenter\" style=\"width: 550px; height: 0; border-top: 2px dotted #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. 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For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-24','','','2011-09-13 17:53:07','2011-09-13 22:53:07','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/11-revision-24/',0,'revision','',0),(140,1,'2011-09-13 17:54:49','2011-09-13 22:54:49','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div class=\"aligncenter\" style=\"width: 550px; height: 0; border-top: 2px dotted #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-25','','','2011-09-13 17:54:49','2011-09-13 22:54:49','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/11-revision-25/',0,'revision','',0),(141,1,'2011-09-13 17:57:20','2011-09-13 22:57:20','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div class=\"alignleft\" style=\"width: 550px; height: 0; border-top: 2px #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-26','','','2011-09-13 17:57:20','2011-09-13 22:57:20','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/11-revision-26/',0,'revision','',0),(142,1,'2011-09-13 17:59:28','2011-09-13 22:59:28','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div class=\"alignleft\" style=\"width: 550px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. 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For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-27','','','2011-09-13 17:59:28','2011-09-13 22:59:28','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/11-revision-27/',0,'revision','',0),(143,1,'2011-09-13 18:01:29','2011-09-13 23:01:29','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div class=\"alignleft\" style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. 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For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-28','','','2011-09-13 18:01:29','2011-09-13 23:01:29','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/11-revision-28/',0,'revision','',0),(147,1,'2011-09-13 18:08:11','2011-09-13 23:08:11','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div class=\"alignleft\" style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-32','','','2011-09-13 18:08:11','2011-09-13 23:08:11','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/11-revision-32/',0,'revision','',0),(144,1,'2011-09-13 18:04:09','2011-09-13 23:04:09','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div class=\"alignleft\" style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-29','','','2011-09-13 18:04:09','2011-09-13 23:04:09','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/11-revision-29/',0,'revision','',0),(145,1,'2011-09-13 18:04:58','2011-09-13 23:04:58','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div class=\"alignleft\" style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. 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For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-30','','','2011-09-13 18:04:58','2011-09-13 23:04:58','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/11-revision-30/',0,'revision','',0),(146,1,'2011-09-13 18:07:47','2011-09-13 23:07:47','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div class=\"alignleft\" style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n[]\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. 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For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-31','','','2011-09-13 18:07:47','2011-09-13 23:07:47','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/11-revision-31/',0,'revision','',0),(148,1,'2011-09-13 18:10:02','2011-09-13 23:10:02','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"alignleft\" style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. 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For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-33','','','2011-09-13 18:10:02','2011-09-13 23:10:02','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/11-revision-33/',0,'revision','',0),(149,1,'2011-09-13 18:11:39','2011-09-13 23:11:39','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"alignleft\" style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"alignleft\" style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-34','','','2011-09-13 18:11:39','2011-09-13 23:11:39','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/11-revision-34/',0,'revision','',0),(150,1,'2011-09-13 18:13:51','2011-09-13 23:13:51','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"alignleft\" style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-35','','','2011-09-13 18:13:51','2011-09-13 23:13:51','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/11-revision-35/',0,'revision','',0),(151,1,'2011-09-13 18:15:39','2011-09-13 23:15:39','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety </strong>                                                                                                                Kenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary\r\nin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind\r\neveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, KIAA Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-36','','','2011-09-13 18:15:39','2011-09-13 23:15:39','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/11-revision-36/',0,'revision','',0),(152,1,'2011-09-13 18:19:31','2011-09-13 23:19:31','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong>\r\n\r\nKenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglaryin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remindeveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, <strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">KIAA</span></strong> Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-37','','','2011-09-13 18:19:31','2011-09-13 23:19:31','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/11-revision-37/',0,'revision','',0),(167,1,'2011-09-13 17:12:42','2011-09-13 22:12:42','For the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">KIAA</span></strong> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">KIAA</span></strong> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">KIAA</span></strong> LRT Committee Chair','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-8','','','2011-09-13 17:12:42','2011-09-13 22:12:42','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/46-revision-8/',0,'revision','',0),(172,1,'2011-09-07 15:07:17','2011-09-07 20:07:17','<strong>KIAA Newsletter </strong><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA.pdf\">(clikc here for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>\r\n</strong>','NEWS','','inherit','closed','closed','','24-revision-3','','','2011-09-07 15:07:17','2011-09-07 20:07:17','',24,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/24-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(173,1,'2011-09-14 11:13:44','2011-09-14 16:13:44','','KIAA_Station_Response_2011','','inherit','closed','closed','','kiaa_station_response_2011','','','2011-09-14 11:13:44','2011-09-14 16:13:44','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(174,1,'2011-09-14 11:14:20','2011-09-14 16:14:20','','Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals','','inherit','closed','closed','','joint_neighborhood_lrt_design_goals','','','2011-09-14 11:14:20','2011-09-14 16:14:20','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(175,1,'2011-09-14 11:15:00','2011-09-14 16:15:00','','City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution','','inherit','closed','closed','','city_of_mpls_lrt_locally_preferred_alternative_resolution','','','2011-09-14 11:15:00','2011-09-14 16:15:00','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(176,1,'2011-09-14 11:15:34','2011-09-14 16:15:34','','KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution','','inherit','closed','closed','','kiaa_lrt_2008_resolution','','','2011-09-14 11:15:34','2011-09-14 16:15:34','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(177,1,'2011-09-13 18:59:20','2011-09-13 23:59:20','For the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-9','','','2011-09-13 18:59:20','2011-09-13 23:59:20','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/46-revision-9/',0,'revision','',0),(178,1,'2011-09-14 11:16:11','2011-09-14 16:16:11','For the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-10','','','2011-09-14 11:16:11','2011-09-14 16:16:11','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/14/46-revision-10/',0,'revision','',0),(179,1,'2011-09-14 11:18:50','2011-09-14 16:18:50','For the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(click the topics below to view PDFs related these topics)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-11','','','2011-09-14 11:18:50','2011-09-14 16:18:50','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/14/46-revision-11/',0,'revision','',0),(180,1,'2011-09-14 13:28:21','2011-09-14 18:28:21','(scroll to the bottom of the page for <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / LRT related documents)\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(click the topics below to view PDFs related these topics)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-12','','','2011-09-14 13:28:21','2011-09-14 18:28:21','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/14/46-revision-12/',0,'revision','',0),(181,1,'2011-09-14 13:29:46','2011-09-14 18:29:46','(scroll to the bottom of the page for <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / LRT related documents)\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click the topics below to view PDFs related to these topics)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-13','','','2011-09-14 13:29:46','2011-09-14 18:29:46','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/14/46-revision-13/',0,'revision','',0),(1611,2,'2017-12-13 11:44:56','2017-12-13 17:44:56','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(click on a topic below to view)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#what\">What is KIAA?</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#message\">Message from KIAA Chair</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#listing\">Listing of Board Members</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#join\">Join a Committee</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#support\">Support Our Neighborhood</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#minutes\">KIAA Board Meeting Minutes</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Bylaws_2011.pdf\">KIAA bylaws (click for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-EEO-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA EEO Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-ADA-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA ADA Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/KIAA-Grievance-Procedure1.docx\">KIAA Grievance Procedure</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"what\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>What is KIAA ?</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Isles Area Association</strong> <strong></strong>is a volunteer organization of Kenwood residents who, since 1962, have worked together in a collaborative effort to address issues and matters related to maintaining and improving the quality of life in our neighborhood. The neighborhood-elected Board of Directors generally meets the 1st Monday of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. These meetings are open to the public. The topics of discussion include:\r\n\r\nA City Council update from Lisa Goodman, our City Council representative\r\n\r\nA Treasurer’s report\r\n\r\nCommittee updates\r\n\r\nOther neighborhood updates/news\r\n\r\nWe invite you to attend our meetings and to become involved in the neighborhood by joining the Board or serving on one of our committees: Communications, Crime and Safety, Events/Special Projects, Light Rail Transit (LRT), Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP), and Zoning.\r\n\r\nWe also invite you to participate in our neighborhood events which include:\r\n\r\nThe City of Lakes Loppet and neighborhood skating party in late January/early February\r\n\r\nOur annual neighborhood meeting in May\r\n\r\nSpecial events in Kenwood Park during the summer\r\n\r\nThe Twin Cities Marathon in early October.\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA Mission Statement</strong> – To build a strong community in the Kenwood-Isles area by providing leadership, information on local matters, and a forum for issues resolution.\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Mascot</strong>, Egret (Why the Egret you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Color</strong>, Red (Why red you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\"><img title=\"egret-red\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"448\" height=\"261\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"listing\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Shawn Smith (Chair)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Larry Moran (Vice Chair) </strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Jack Levi (Secretary)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:jack@levicapital.com\">jack@levicapital.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Matthew Spies (Treasurer)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>matthew.spies@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Michael Bono</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:mbono@brocade.com\">mbono@brocade.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Mark Brown</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:pluim2020@aol.com\">M</a>ark@AcceleratedInnovations.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong><a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><a href=\"mailto:angie_sandeep@yahoo.com\">angie_sandeep@yahoo.c</a>om\r\n\r\n<strong>Carl Goldstein</strong>\r\n\r\ncarl@wordsonfire.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Kyle Leier</strong>\r\n\r\nKyleier@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeremy Nichols</strong>\r\n\r\njsn@umn.edu\r\n\r\n<strong>Will Stensrud</strong>\r\n\r\nwillstensrud@gmail.com\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div><strong>Join a Committee</strong> – The <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> would love to have more neighborhood participation on our standing committees. We need your ideas on how to make the <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> even better and more relevant to everyone in the neighborhood. Any one who lives or owns property in the Kenwood neighborhood is eligible to join. If you are interested in participating, please contact any of the committee members listed:</div>\r\n<table width=\"810\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Communications </strong>(Chair is vacant) –This committee works toward better communication among neighbors, KIAA Board members, and other organizations and entities. It also works to promote the Kenwood neighborhood.Responsibilities include:</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Publishing the semi-annual KIAA newsletter and monthly e-newsletter</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the KIAA web site</li>\r\n	<li>Creating/maintaining the neighborhood welcome kit</li>\r\n	<li>Developing communication materials and methods</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the neighborhood e-mail distribution list</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong> Chair is Mark Johnson – <a href=\"mailto:mjruns26@gmail.com\">mjruns26@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee works to promote safety in the Kenwood neighborhood.Goals include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Keeping the community safe</li>\r\n	<li>Educating residents about safety issues</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating information about crimes in the area in a timely and accurate manner</li>\r\n	<li>Recruiting block leaders</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining a relationship with the Minneapolis Police Dept. and Crime Prevention Specialist</li>\r\n	<li>For more information or to subscribe to the quarterly e-newsletter for our precinct (the 5th) visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>or text SPOTLIGHT to 22828.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Events/Special Projects</strong> Chair is Amy Lucas – <a href=\"mailto:amylucas@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">amymlucas@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee plans neighborhood events and works with the Kenwood Recreation Center staff and other neighborhood associations to co-sponsor events. It also addresses issues of current interest to neighborhood residents and ensures KIAA representation on community task forces.Some of the annual events coordinated by this committee are:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Skating party</li>\r\n	<li>Earth day/community cleanup day</li>\r\n	<li>Neighborhood Annual Meeting</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>LRT</strong> Chair is Jeanette Colby – <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\" target=\"_blank\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\nHennepin County and the Met Council are planning a light rail line (SWLRT) between Eden Prairie and downtown Minneapolis that would run along the Kenilworth Trail through the Kenwood neighborhood. KIAA has taken an active role in advocating for high design standards and mitigation that protect our parks and neighborhood.Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Attending community meetings</li>\r\n	<li>Drafting resolutions</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with the KIAA Board and neighbors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong></strong><strong>NRP </strong>Chair position is vacant\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as liaison with the Minneapolis Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) and with the new Minneapolis Neighborhood &amp; Community Relations (NCR) Department.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Management of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Solicitation of neighborhood projects to be recipients of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Completion of required paperwork</li>\r\n	<li>Development and implementation of our NRP Phase II plan</li>\r\n	<li>Communication with NRP staff and neighborhood activists citywide regarding NRP matters</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and written materials required by new Minneapolis NCR Department</li>\r\n	<li>Frequent updates regarding NRP and Minneapolis NCR/NCEC matters at KIAA Board meetings</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Zoning</strong> Chair is Larry Moran – <a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as the liaison between neighborhood homeowners seeking variances or conditional use permits and the KIAA Board.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Responding to neighbor’s questions regarding neighborhood zoning rules</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating the variance or conditional use permit process to neighbors</li>\r\n	<li>Meeting with neighbors to review any variance or conditional use permit requests</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with Minneapolis zoning and planning officials</li>\r\n	<li>Presenting requests for variances or conditional use permits to the KIAA Board</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"support\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Support Our Neighborhood – </strong>Your membership helps<strong> KIAA</strong> support neighborhood projects and events. Click on the link below to download a PDF of the membership form, then print out the form:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?attachment_id=113\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-113\">KIAA_Membership form (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform.gif\"><img title=\"KIAA Membership Form\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform-150x150.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>December 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met on 12/04/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Carl Goldstein, Jeremy Nichols, Mark Brown.\r\n\r\nAbsent: Kyle Leier, Mike Bono\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe financial report was added to the agenda at the beginning of the meeting.\r\n\r\nThe Agenda was approved unanimously.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong><strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWednesday, December 6 was the last opportunity to provide public testimony for the City of Minneapolis’ budget.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lisa commented that due to the larger tax base, many homeowners did not see an increase this year.  However, other wards saw increases based on the appreciation of the value of their homes</li>\r\n	<li>“Later with Lisa” will meet on December 18, 2017 between 5:30 and 7:30 at the Historic Normandy Inn.</li>\r\n	<li>The renovation of the warming house on Lake of the Isles is proceeding.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>Reading Partners – Kari Heistad</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nReading Partners is a non profit organization that addresses illiteracy in schools. This effort started 3 years ago and they are currently in 13 schools in Minnesota, mostly in the metro area. For more information, please go to: readingpartners.org\r\n\r\nThe non profit is looking for volunteers and also hoping to spread the word about the program.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>NRP/CPP</strong><strong> – Shawn Smith:</strong><strong></strong>\r\n\r\nThe contract for the years 2017-2019 was approved by the City of Minneapolis. KIAA is now waiting for the funds to come through before reimbursements can be executed.\r\n\r\nChair Shawn talked about the continuing challenges for hiring a bookkeeper and communication contract person. The main challenge is the difference skill sets required for bookkeeping and communication. The idea of hiring two people is contemplated. Matt offered to do the bookkeeping for the next 3-6 months until a suitable person is found. KIAA placed public notice in Next Door as well as Hill and Lakes Press to solicit interest.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hidden Beach planning ideas – Will Stensrud</strong>\r\n\r\nWill proposed to turn a section of the beach into an amphitheater for music and theater events; Will is also suggesting a solar generator at the beach to run the equipment associated with an amphitheater.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:33 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on January 8, 2018, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong><strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> November 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Prior to the public meeting, at 6:30pm, a closed pre-meeting was held where the current contractor/consultant role and candidates were discussed.  No recommendation was made to the full board.</p>\r\n Also, a motion to approve up to $75 for cookies for the winter ice skating party on Lake of the Isles was approved between meetings by email on 11/1/2017.\r\n\r\nKIAA Board met on 11/06/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Mike Bono, Carl Goldstein, Jeremy Nichols, Mark Brown.\r\n\r\nAbsent: Kyle Leier\r\n\r\nThe Agenda was approved unanimously\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong><strong></strong>\r\n\r\nStreet sweeping is ongoing; please remind neighbors not to rake the leaves from their yard to the curb. The last day for yard waste is Tuesday 11/14/17.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Allina now is making grants available for their Neighborhood Health Connection program; KIAA falls into the category that makes it eligible for this grant and may want to apply to support East Cedar Beach activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Wednesday, November 29 is the date for the City of Minneapolis budget hearing for 2018 at the City Council meeting; please call in advance if you want to come to the meeting to provide public testimony.</li>\r\n	<li>A short term rental ordinance is forthcoming. It would apply to Airbnb or anyone who wants to rent their homes; if the sharing economy is the future, it must be fairly regulated. The regulation is summarized as follows:  If you live in your house, there is no limit as to how many rooms you can rent and you pay no fee. If you don’t live in the house, but you are there sometimes you pay a fee of $46/year. If you don’t live in the house and renting it, the property must be registered and a rental license is necessary.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Community Oven –</strong><strong> Rico Morales, Angie Erdrich</strong><strong></strong>\r\n\r\nKingfield built a community oven and they keep it on the grounds of the communities’ Center for Performing Arts Building; the purpose of this oven is to foster community building. It has been successful. Rico, who is behind the Kingfield project is suggesting that KIAA could have a temporary oven (one that can be assembled and then dismantled) to reduce the food expense for KIAA’s annual meeting. However, this still puts the burden of the food as well as the labor to install and cook, on KIAA. After considering this possibility, KIAA does not believe that this is a viable option.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Warming House on Lake of the Isles – Shawn Smith:</strong><strong></strong>\r\n\r\nA committee of East Isles Residents’ Association is advancing a project to renovate and “refresh” the Lake of the Isles warming house. They would use about $25,000 in NRP funds to paint, install a new metal roof, and replace windows and doors.  EIRA’s budget is not enough to fund other improvements, such as new carpeting or outdoor decking.  These would bring the total cost of renovation to $39,950.  EIRA approached KIAA to ask if KIAA would consider funding part of these expenses.\r\n\r\nJeanette clarified that this is not the same project that had been presented to KIAA earlier; that planning group was not part of the EIRA group.  The EIRA proposal is not a replacement of the warming house and does not address all the current structure’s problems, such as the large expense of moving the building into place, removing and storing it.  The EIRA design had not been shared with any other neighborhood, but a meeting was to be held on November 8th for anyone interested.\r\n\r\nShawn and Larry pointed out the this is a Park Board asset and should be maintained by the Park Board, especially since a significant tax increase passed last year to maintain and improve park properties.  It was decided that KIAA is not in a position to fund these expenses.\r\n\r\n<strong>NRP/CPP</strong><strong> – Shawn Smith:</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey and subsequent planning, Shawn Smith and Matt Spies recommended the following allocation for KIAA’s priorities:\r\n\r\nSWLRT mitigation $900\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Beach activities including police spending $5,000\r\n\r\nLakes of the Isles landscaping or improvements $2,000\r\n\r\nKenwood Park, Kenwood school $3,000\r\n\r\nKIAA communications and stipends, $10,000\r\n\r\nThe board voted and approved this allocation unanimously.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFollowing the November meeting, on 11/14/2017, Chair Smith sent an email stating that KIAA has now officially filed its NRP/CPP stemming from our discussion at our November meeting.  We are all set for the 2017-2019 \"triennium\".\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOctober 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 10/02/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors that are present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Mike Bono, Carl Goldstein, Jeremy Nichols\r\n\r\nAbsent: Kyle Leier, Jeanette Colby, Mark Brown\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>October 25 is Lunch with Lisa at noon at St Thomas Opus Hall, in room 202. The head of the Super Bowl committee will be there to talk about family events during the Super Bowl.</li>\r\n	<li>October street sweeping: Starts October 16 and will last four weeks</li>\r\n	<li>1988 Sheridan will be applying for a variance for an addition to the existing home</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting for the November 7 elections has started for \"City Municipal\" elections for Mayor, City Council, Park Board, and Board of Estimate and Taxation</li>\r\n	<li>City of Minneapolis exceeds $1billion in permits for 2017; this number excludes the stadium.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Budget – Matt Spies, Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn learned about regulations concerning CPP funds from the City of Minneapolis.  They need to be identified as part of the NRP funding application.  The board approved proactively allocating the money in the next three year cycle vs having a public notice and 21 day waiting period any time monies would be allocated.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn spoke to Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto and asked for his perspective on the 95 police reports written in 2017; even though this number is higher than 2016, the Chief found this not alarming because in 2017 they were watching the beach more carefully, including observing activities from a distance with binoculars and that extra surveillance drove the increase. KIAA allocated $5000 for the 2017 season for extra police hours, of which $2820 was used.</li>\r\n	<li>The Board emphasized the importance of starting the patrols early in 2018 in order to establish a presence early to have a safe start to the 2018 beach season.</li>\r\n	<li>The KIAA annual meeting food expenses are not reimbursable by the City. Matt is in favor of reducing food expenses for the KIAA annual meeting and to put more effort, throughout the year, towards raising more money for expenses not reimbursable by the City.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Community Oven – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\nKingfield built a community oven and they keep it on the ground of the communities’ Arts Building; the purpose of this oven is to foster community building and it has been successful. KIAA is considering a temporary oven to be used at the annual gathering to reduce food expense.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>Will Stensrud</strong>:\r\n\r\nThe portable saunas from the “612 Sauna Society” are set to go on the 21st, 22nd, 28<sup>th</sup> and 29th of October at Hidden Beach. They will be open 3 sessions each of those evenings; each session will accommodate 8 reservations online. The cost is $20 for a spot.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hidden Beach – Will Stensrud: </strong>\r\n\r\nWill has had conversations with Keith Prussing regarding a concert at Hidden Beach; Keith is in support of live acoustic music at the beach in 2018. The aim is to have 100-150 people attending.\r\n\r\nRandolph Findley of the Shakespeare production Company has agreed to have some of the productions for the summer of 2018 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nWill is looking at scheduling a committee meeting; the committee currently consists of Mark Brown, Matt Spies and Will Stensrud.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>Community Communications – Shawn Smith:</strong>\r\n\r\nKIAA current has a paid consultant to manage the KIAA newsletter, the website, and other communications.  The annual stipend is $5000.  As the current consultant contract has expired, KIAA is opening up a search for any interested individuals to apply.  Please email Chair Shawn Smith at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> by October 23rd if interested in applying.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on November 6, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>September 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKIAA Board met on 9/12/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Angie Erdrich, Kyle Leier, Will Stensrud. Directors absent: Mike Bono, Carl Goldstein, Mark Brown, Jeremy Nichols.  Also present: Councilmember Lisa Goodman, Jake Warner, Jean Deatrick.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the “60% design review regarding Peavey Plaza”. One of the decisions made so far is that there will be no public restrooms at the Plaza, but the MN Orchestra will be providing a restroom for the public.</li>\r\n	<li>In October, the Superbowl committee is giving out $100,000 and organizing lots of kids’ activities.</li>\r\n	<li>October street sweeping: the City is looking at a 4-5 week window. Date for starting has not established yet.</li>\r\n	<li>The Mayor delivered the budget today. Details at: <a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/mayor/news/WCMSP-204780\">http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/mayor/news/WCMSP-204780</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis early voting date is September 22, 2017</li>\r\n	<li>So far, 45,000 households signed up for organic recycling in Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>The Graves Foundation is proposing a facility near Hennepin &amp; Franklin for affordable youth housing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Thrill Kenwood, Clothing Swap &amp; other topics  - Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n\r\nThrill Kenwood will happen again this year, and $2,150 is needed for the budget. Shawn asked that KIAA approve a $750 contribution. The motion was approved by KIAA, unanimously.\r\n\r\nKenwood neighbors have expressed an interest in holding a clothing swap.  Angie Erdrich requested the KIAA sponsor this activity, as it is an opportunity to both support re-use and build community.  It could be held at the Kenwood Rec Center for a $75 room rental fee.  The board unanimously approved a $75 expenditure for this activity. Funding was supported as it ties to KIAA neighborhood priorities to build more neighborhood connections at the Rec Center.\r\n\r\nKIAA approved up to $300 to sponsor a Ward 7 candidate forum.  Funding will come from NRP money where expenses qualify for reimbursement. The forum will be at the St Paul Episcopal church on Sept 28 at 7pm.\r\n\r\nThere is a shortage of election judges this year; everyone is encouraged to apply for the vacancies.\r\n\r\nThere will be a modified grievance policy regarding KIAA and all other neighborhood associations. This means that, if someone objects to the way an association allocates funds, they can bring a grievance. More information on this will be available shortly.\r\n\r\nLouise Erdrich/Birch Bark Books new additional location update: Still being renovated; it will be an extension of the book store; there may be some other social activities there.\r\n\r\nMany neighborhoods do Happy Hour gatherings; should KIAA do something like that? At Bockley Gallery? TBD.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>How to make Cedar Lake a Better Place – Jake (Ron) Werner</strong>\r\n\r\nJake Werner came prepared with a slide presentation to make a case for a more orderly, better groomed area all around Cedar Lake. Jake would like to see funding for a paved path around Cedar Lake and removal of downed trees and invasive Buckthorn. The scope of the Lake goes beyond just Kenwood; it involves two other neighborhoods and therefore coordination with them is important.\r\n\r\nThis discussion arose in the context of ideas for possible structural changes at East Cedar Beach that could lead to a safer and more welcoming environment for everyone.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>Will Stensrud</strong>: The sauna in the application process; it will no longer be a summer-end activity, but the process is on track for a later opening; Will continues to talk to them to see where things are at.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hidden Beach – Jack Levi</strong>\r\n\r\nJack and Will talked about having the Shakespeare in the Park Series at East Cedar Beach (in addition to the existing locations). More ideas for Hidden Beach activities are encouraged and they should be brought to the KIAA board meeting next month for discussion or emailed to Will Stensrud, East Cedar Beach Committee Chair, <a href=\"mailto:willstensrud@gmail.com\">willstensrud@gmail.com</a>.  The East Cedar Beach committee will begin planning for next year this fall, so activities will be ready as soon as the weather warms next spring.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:37 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on October 2, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 7/10/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center<ins cite=\"mailto:Lucas%20Lucas\" datetime=\"2012-07-16T18:56\"></ins></p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Absent:  Mark Brown.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the  “50% design regarding Peavey Plaza”</li>\r\n	<li>The Penn/Oliver reconstruction project continues; the Penn Ave S setback has been approved. You can go to the Penn Oliver website for more information. Hard finish will be before 8/25/17, before school starts</li>\r\n	<li>The home on 2431 W22nd St is a potential teardown: No news yet regarding this property</li>\r\n	<li>Aug 1, 2017 is National Night Out: Permit application is by July 18<sup>th</sup> to avoid $100 fee.</li>\r\n	<li>Kmart on Lake St: The City is thinking about alternative locations for KMart. The City owns the land and building and the lease expires in 2050. Kmart’s demands are currently not acceptable to the City, so there is a deadlock for now on negotiations.</li>\r\n	<li>Regarding the 35W reconstruction: Starting in August, Interstate 35W will be under construction between I-94 in downtown Minneapolis and 46th Street. Bridges across 35W will be repaired or reconstructed.</li>\r\n	<li>The Pirate Mermaid event is on July 15 1-3pm. Need help with pirate booty and lemonade; Jeanette has offered to help.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a photo area for families to take pictures</li>\r\n	<li>Has KIAA done a neighborhood walking tour? Amanda thinks it would be a good idea. She will propose something.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake event – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The family event that took place in June resulted in commotion at the beach. The police presence diminished after that.  Then, another day following this commotion, there was a fight at the beach, followed by confrontation between the beachgoers and the police.  Following these events, KIAA met with the police; Matt sent a memo to the KIAA Board regarding this meeting with the police 2 weeks ago.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding encampments at Hidden Beach (as well as around South Minneapolis).</li>\r\n	<li>Ron wants to go over photos for ideas regarding paths for walking around the Hidden Beach area, as well as other parts of Cedar Lake. KIAA would like to hear his ideas and then form a committee to steer ideas into reality.</li>\r\n	<li>South Cedar Beach will be re-designed as a result of a private donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>John Peterson</strong>\r\n\r\nThis organization makes saunas available by bringing the sauna to the public. It is a mobile sauna 20X8 ft. John was referred to the park board to obtain a permit.\r\n\r\nThe company is now a coop and they are trying to expand. They currently have 141 members.\r\n\r\nJohn would like to do an event in August 2017 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nJeanette raised the issue that beach goers should be invited to make reservations, not just Kenwood residents. In general, the KIAA board that this would support the KIAA objective for positive programming at the beach.\r\n\r\nThe Motion for sauna operation at Hidden Beach by Will was approved by all.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\nMatt gave a KIAA financial report covering current account balances and monthly financial activity.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>2017 Neighborhood Priority Plan– Mike Bono</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe following was approved by the KIAA Board today:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) is participating in the Community Participation Program (CPP) for Minneapolis neighborhood organizations. CPP is a city program designed to give residents and property owners the power to improve or maintain their own neighborhoods and direct city resources to fit their needs.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe goal of Neighborhood Priority Plans is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners. Neighborhood Priority Plans must be developed and adopted through a thorough neighborhood participation process. The plan identifies preliminary neighborhood priorities (as identified by the neighborhood) and potential partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the result of the neighborhood survey, KIAA proposes to use its Community Participation Program funds allocated to the Neighborhood Priority Plan as listed below:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n1) Support community outreach and consulting services related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n2) Provide funding for landscaping around Lake of the Isles and for spreading awareness about preserving Cedar Lake Park.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n3) Provide funding for increased crime prevention and safety activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n4) Support the Kenwood Recreation Center, Kenwood School, and local businesses with funding for programming activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n5) Continue to fund a resource to assist KIAA with its communication efforts.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSpecifically, the proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan would include but no be limited to:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Supporting cooperative efforts with surrounding neighborhoods and organizations to minimize negative impacts on the Kenilworth trail as a result of the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Provide funding to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Continuing annual support of additional police patrols at East Cedar Lake Beach and other crime prevention activities such as increased police patrols in the alleys.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Contracting for part-time help to continue the monthly e-newsletter, and other communication efforts including developments regarding LRT.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Providing funding for educational programming and social activities with Kenwood School</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on September 11, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a>June Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met June 5<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</strong></p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1>Highlights from the KIAA Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Annual Gathering was held on Monday May 8<sup>th</sup> (rain date)</li>\r\n	<li>Total attendees were approximately 100.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2017-2018 board was elected, including 3 new board members (Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein).  Josine Peters stepped down, and we thank her for her service.</li>\r\n	<li>Speakers included Louise Erdrich regarding the renovation of the former Stephen Dean’s Tailors space, and Deb Pilger from MPRB regarding goats at Hidden Beach.  MetroBlooms and Hennepin County Recycling set up information tables.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction utility and roadwork is beginning.  The work will be completed by early fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Lunch with Lisa Field Trip will happen June 21<sup>st</sup> at 11:45AM.  You can choose from an Arts Tour of the Sculpture Garden, or a Hard Hat Tour of The Target Center Renovation.  Please contact Lisa’s office, as space is limited.  The next Lunch with Lisa is in September and will cover the Peavey Plaza renovation.</li>\r\n	<li>The City will not be able to ban plastic bags from grocery stores as originally planned (due to state legislative pre-emption).  The City is exploring other options and strategies to reduce the use of plastic bags.</li>\r\n	<li>Household hazardous waste events are occurring in June, July, and August.  The city will recover or recycle paint, solvents, etc. for free.  The next two are June 23-24 at the Public Works Facility (3607 E 44<sup>th</sup> St), and July 28-29 at Jenny Lind Elementary (5025 Bryant Ave N)</li>\r\n	<li>There was an open discussion on plastic bags, organic composting, downtown crime</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Election of Officers - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board elected officers for the 2017-2018 season, and welcomed three new directors.  The new KIAA board was unanimously approved by vote; Chair:  Shawn Smith.  Vice-Chair:  Larry Moran.  Treasurer:  Matt Spies.  Secretary:  Jack Levi.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nConflict of Interest Policy - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Board approved the KIAA Conflict of Interest Policy by email voting on April 26<sup>th</sup>, 2017.</li>\r\n	<li>Each board member signed the policy which is designed to 1) protect public trust in the integrity of the KIAA-decision making process and 2) to establish the procedures applicable to the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest in the context of transactions or arrangements entered into by KIAA where a member may have a financial interest in or fiduciary responsibility towards an entity with which KIAA is negotiating a transaction or arrangement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that donations in 2017 were down more than 50% vs. 2016.  This needs to be a focus for the upcoming fiscal year.  Jeanette made a motion to approve reimbursements as noted on financial detail.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Oriole Feeding Installations/Prairie Restoration Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie requested reimbursement for $192 to support the installation of the Oriole Feeding Station, to plant new plants in the prairie restoration area and food for the orioles.  The plants are consistent with the strategy as they are part of the natural environment for the prairie and orioles.  The funding was already approved at the April meeting and is under budget so was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Programming– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown and Will Stensruud planned the June 10<sup>th</sup> Family Beach Opener.  Artrageous is hosting activities for kids.  Jeanette moved to approve $300 for food and refreshments and not more than $500.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Summer Solstice Celebration on Wednesday, June 21<sup>st</sup>.  Artrageous is hosting the solstice party and it will be shared via social media.</li>\r\n	<li>Yoga is free to the public (hosted by KIAA) is held every Thursday at 7PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Open water swims start Monday June 19<sup>th</sup>.  Participants must sign up with the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Jim Gilroy Bench Dedication – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA last year lost a beloved board member, Jim Gilroy.  Thanks to the generosity of Kenwood residents, Jim’s friends and family, a bench was purchased in his memory on the Lake of the Isles Walking Path, across from Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church.  On Sunday, June 25<sup>th</sup> (1-5PM) there will be a dedication picnic.  All are welcome to attend to celebrate his life.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Park Board Update – Mark Holtey\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Rec Center will receive a Little Library this month.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Minnesota Zoomobile Presentation Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> at the Kenwood Park Picnic area from 1-1:45PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Movies in the Park at Kenwood Part resumes Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> 15 minutes after dusk.  This month’s showing will be <em>Hidden Figures</em>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on Monday, July 10th, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met April 3<sup>rd</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</strong></p>\r\n<strong> <img title=\"More...\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-includes/js/tinymce/plugins/wordpress/img/trans.gif\" alt=\"\" />Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown, Angie Erdrich, and Matt Spies.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick.</strong>\r\n<h1><strong><em> </em></strong></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction is scheduled to begin within a couple of months. The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting reviewing the project on April 25<sup>th</sup> at 6:30 at the Kenwood Rec Center.  There will be a separate public meeting on the assessment, tentatively scheduled for May 9<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>The April 26<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will host representatives from the Park Board and Walker Sculpture Garden.  They will discuss public art and sculpture, including updates on the Walker.  Please call Lisa’s office to order a lunch in advance ($10).</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping begins April 11. <a href=\"http://www.minneapolis.gov/streetsweeping\">www.minneapolismn.gov/publicworks/streetsweeping</a>.  Please be sure to follow parking restrictions to avoid a ticket.  Yard waste bundles will also be picked up at the same time – place it with recycling for pickup.  Do not sweep into the street as it is damaging to the environment.</li>\r\n	<li>As Backyard Fire season begins, please observe City Rules:  Permitted only 9AM to 10PM, burn only untreated fire wood (no trash), fire must be 25 feet from a structure and in a fire ring.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>I-35W will be under rehabilitation starting Summer 2017-Fall 2021, between 43<sup>rd</sup> St S and 15<sup>th</sup> St.  Please see <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies (Pre-Report)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt pre-reported less than $2500 in expenditures for the month, which included payments for the Hill and Lake Press Annual Sponsorship, down payments for the annual gathering, and board liability insurance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>2552 W Lake of the Isles Variance – Ryan Smith, Tyler Hillger</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Construction on the vacant lot at 2552 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway will require two variances to build as designed:  1) Front Yard Setback.  Due to the curve of the street, the setback rule would place the house in violation.  The variance would allow the setback variance to be consistent with the adjacent homes.  As designed, the front of the home will be behind the front of the original home down in 2004.  2) Terrace Square Footage Maximum.  The planned terrace would be allowable if variance 1 is approved.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA did not make a motion on the variance and requested that the board be kept informed and adjacent neighbors directly engaged by the homeowner.</li>\r\n	<li>If approved by the city, construction would begin late summer 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP and Priority Plan</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to approve the 2016 KIAA CPP Annual Report, which will be submitted to the city.</li>\r\n	<li>Mike presented a Financial Interest and Fiduciary Responsibility conflict of interest policy, now required by Minneapolis, to preserve public trust in the integrity of KIAA decision-making process.  The policy, once signed, will also be posted to the KIAA website.  The policy will be voted on between meetings to allow board members time to review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Will reviewed the proposed budget for the summer of 2017 at $5450, to support programming: Yoga, Log Rolling, June 10 Summer Kickoff Party, BeArtrageous, and a Music Series.  Motions were made to fund June 10<sup>th</sup> Summer Kickoff ($1300), Yoga ($600 for 10 sessions), the June 21<sup>st</sup> Solstice Party ($150), July 15<sup>th</sup> Pirates and Mermaids ($500).  Approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         An additional expenditure of $2000 was proposed to buy a generator to fill a bounce house for weekly events.  Due to liability concerns, the subcommittee was asked to go back and research further prior to a vote on the funding.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering May 1<sup>st</sup> – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Gathering is 6-7:30 at Kenwood Corner</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA board members are requested to sign up for tasks.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.  Current board members were requested to announce their intent to run prior to the next meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project Updates – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn provides updates on this standing topic, the #1 priority for the board per the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey.</li>\r\n	<li>County Transit Improvement Board did not vote unanimously from disbanding, with Dakota County voting against without a larger payout, and Hennepin County against because commissioners knew that CTIB would not disband.  It remains to be seen whether a county sales tax can be implemented to fund the missing state share of $135M</li>\r\n	<li>SWLRT and Bottineau line are not approved for funding in the new proposed federal budget.  84 State legislators signed a letter to Transportation Secretary Chao further requesting that funding be withheld because it did not have legislative support.</li>\r\n	<li>Files are advancing at the state level to remove/increase railroad liability for co-location, block any future light rail transit without state approval, and implement terms and elections to Met Council officials.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is the Annual Gathering on Monday, May 1st, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 6<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mark Brown, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n<h1> The Agenda Was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting held during the month of April, an announcement will be sent out on Next Door.  There will be a public hearing in May regarding the assessment.</li>\r\n	<li>The March 29<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will be an update on Peavey Plaza renovations.</li>\r\n	<li>Unspent and frozen NRP money will be returned to neighborhoods.  Kenwood received $1000 back.  The amount received by Kenwood for NRP was mostly spent in support of our neighborhood priorities.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA donated $750 to support the Kenwood School auction.</li>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the importance of managing the budget on a three-year cycle, tied to the funding cycle from the city.  Also discussed was ensuring that the budget would address reimbursable expenditures vs non-reimbursable expenditures that depend on neighbor contributions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt submitted a proposal to define objectives for the 2017 season, focusing on the implementation of 3 recurring activities such as puppet shows, yoga, log rolling, etc.  Additionally, how to engage the Park Board to implement improvements to the beach prior to SWLRT operations.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to take the lead on planning the programming.  Options will be discussed for future seasons to fund an intern to manage the programming and community outreach.  For 2017, a subcommittee will be formed to develop the action plan and report to the board at the April meeting.  Larry noted that it is important to share the plan at the annual neighborhood gathering on May 1<sup>st</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The gathering is May 1<sup>st</sup>.  Angie put together a to-do and sign up list for tasks that need to be completed to have a successful event.  The biggest issue to finalize is food.  KIAA is exploring different options that can reduce cost.  An option is to identify any neighborhood caterers or restaurant owners to support the event with food.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January Citizens Advisory Council meeting.   The Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District voted unanimously to permit SWLRT for construction through the waters that it manages.  Cedar Lake and the Kenilworth Channel drain into the creek and the Mississippi River, which MCWD manages.</li>\r\n	<li>On March 8<sup>th</sup>, County Transit Improvement Board voted to disband, clearing the way for Hennepin County to implement a 50 cent sales tax to fund SWLRT state share and ongoing operational costs.  However, because Dakota County voted against disbanding, there will be a process to follow where either CTIB will have one county member, or increasing the buyout to the county to gain their vote.</li>\r\n	<li>Full federal funding grant of $900M, if awarded, will happen by the end of June.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates:  Please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 3<sup>rd</sup>, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 6th, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Mark Brown, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Police Chief Ohotto, and 4 other residents.\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\nCity Council Update – Lisa Goodman\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner and contribute 7% of the total budget of $1M.  There will be a large neighborhood meeting held in advance to share details.  Work will be completed prior to fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The February 22<sup>nd</sup> Lunch with Lisa topic is Emergency Preparedness, including natural disasters and pandemic readiness.  Please contact her office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Ward 7 has been prioritized for the City’s Tree Planting Program.  Residents can get information and order trees March 6-12 at <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.  There will be a lottery, and those selected will be notified by March 22.  Trees will have a nominal cost to residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette provided an update on the parking situation in Downtown Kenwood.  She reported that the business owners did not support a KIAA proposed solution to add restrict parking to one side of 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Another possible solution is to clarify the parking signs on Penn Avenue in front of Kenwood School.  One resident from Oliver Ave expressed his concerns on the adverse effect he is experiencing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA dedicated $5000 for police overtime (80 hours of patrols).  2016 had the second lowest number of police reports since the lowest year (2008).</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The Chief continues to recommend a balance of extra patrols with the positive programming that has happened in the last 2 years.  Neighborhood involvement/usage of the beach is also important, vs. solely relying on police patrols.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Jeanette moved to spend $5000 for 2017 continued additional policing, pending the securing of city funding via the Neighborhood Priority Plan contract.  Mike will inform the board once city funding is confirmed.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The party was rescheduled for February 12<sup>th</sup> due to poor ice conditions.  KIAA will still contribute cookies towards the event.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Residents donated $747 last month, most in response to the annual newsletter.  KIAA also received some city reimbursements, totaling $2500.  KIAA appreciates the local funding of the neighborhood residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jean Deatrich has helped Matt mail thank you letters in response to all donations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Letter of Concern over 3020 Kenwood Parkway – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Calhoun-Isles Association is opposing the construction of a Residential High Rise on the Northeast Corner of Lake Calhoun that would possibly violate the Shoreland Overlay District and would certainly be in opposition to local ordinance.  The building would be 59 feet tall and out of character with the surrounding neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed a letter stating KIAA’s position that developers need to respect the overlay district not only for this project/lake but for future projects and other lakes.  This position supports the KIAA Neighborhood Priority of protecting the environment, lakes, and waterways.  The Overlay height restriction exists to protect the lake edge from out of scale development, shading, and wind concentration and a negative human caused impact on the environment.  Larry moved to send the letter, approved unanimously.  A response was received from CM Lisa Bender that it does not violate the Overlay Disctrict but does violate local zoning.  Jeanette is working with the city and C-I Association to clarify.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The annual gathering and board elections are May 1.  Any residents that would like to run for a board position are encouraged to contact KIAA; ssmith288@me.com.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         To reduce costs, new food alternatives will be considered for the annual gathering.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood School Request – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The School requested $750 in funding to be a sponsor of the Kenwood School Auction and Fundraiser.  KIAA supported this request in 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA view is that the funding supports the Neighborhood Priority of supporting robust programming and education our Kenwood School, which not only serves Kenwood children but children from other parts of the city.  Shawn moved to support the funding, unanimously approved.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January CAC meeting.   The Southwest Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that at the State Legislature GOP leadership is challenging that the Met Council will rely on the state to pay 50% of ongoing operating costs for light rail and transit but the state has no voice in which or how many projects are built.  That would mean that there is no elected voice in the regional transit plan and required state funding.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District is meeting on February 23<sup>rd</sup> to vote whether to approve permits for SWLRT construction and operation in areas that MCWD manages.  The MCWD is responsible for maintaining the water quality for the Watershed, which includes the Chain of Lakes.  The public comment period closed February 2<sup>nd,</sup> and many testified concerns about conflicts of interest with MCWD managers.  Most managers were appointed by Hennepin County Commissioners, that support the project.</li>\r\n	<li>As only 3 Kenwood properties are identified to have severe averse impacts, KIAA will consider funding an independent study of vibration and noise similar to one conducted at the Minneapolis/St Louis Park border.  The study would evaluate the Kenilworth Corridor north of the Kenilworth Channel.  Jeanette will contact the engineers to find out if there would be any benefit and what the cost would be.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will kick off the planning for ECLB programming for 2017.  He will solicit resident ideas.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJanuary 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 9th, 2017 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Will Stensrud, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Directors Absent:  Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mike Bono, Treasurer Matt Spies.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Snow Emergencies are communicated via Facebook, Instragram, Email/text alerts, City of Minneapolis Mobile App.  All residents are encouraged to sign up for alerts to be aware of when Snow Emergencies are declared.</li>\r\n	<li>Road Sand is available from the City Public Works Sites, to be placed in a barrel in areas that are needed.  Please contact Lisa’s office to request a barrel of sand.</li>\r\n	<li>Christmas Trees are recycled by the city.  Please put your trees at your regular pickup site.  Old Christmas lights can also be recycled; go to <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is January 25<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall.  The topic is Public Art, including a sneak preview of the Nicollet Mall art.  Lisa is always interested in constituents’ ideas for topics.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette brought to Lisa’s attention NRP survey results to get her perspective on what is within the city’s ability to address.  Many issues raised in the survey, including noise and excessive speed are regulated and difficult to enforce.  Any public works issues such as alley defects should be directed to Lisa’s office.  Jeanette will follow up with Lisa to address the continuing parking and alley access problem by Downtown Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Warming House – Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy shared that a volunteer group with representatives from from CIDNA, Lowry Hill and East Isles, the Minneapolis Parks Foundation, MPRB staff and local architects are considering that the warming house should be replaced, in part based on age (18 years old). The cost to bring the structure in and out by crane is increasing to $20K per year; a new structure designed to be more easily transported could make moving it less expensive. The idea being discussed is to change the structure into one that can be used all year, across different sites, for different purposes. There will be a design competition and funds raised. KIAA supports the idea of replacement but there was a discussion as to whether it\'s appropriate for KIAA to contribute neighborhood funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Treasurer Report – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Several contributions were received in January ($398) as a result of the Fall Newsletter.  KIAA appreciates the support and Matt will work with Jean to send acknowledgement letters to the donors.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie will provide via cookies for the party funded by KIAA.  The party is January 22<sup>nd</sup> from 1-3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Application – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will help manage the process for Rain garden applications and awarding grants from MetroBlooms.  This year is the third year of this partnership, and this year there will be no cost to KIAA.  KIAA will make an in-kind donation of time and resources to promote the initiative.  More information will be provided by the end of January.  Rain gardens support our NRP initiative of protecting the lakes and environment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Cedar Lake Orioles Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie is leading engagement with Kenwood School to reinstall Oriole feeding stations this spring.  Last year, orioles were abundant and several classes visited Cedar Lake Park to see them, accompanied by teachers and neighborhood volunteers.  This initiative is important because it drives more family and educational opportunities at Cedar Lake.  Angie requested $200 for laminated signs and feeding station supplies (food).  Jeanette moved to approve, unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering Planning Kickoff – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The annual gathering will be May 1<sup>st</sup> in downtown Kenwood, which includes food and election of KIAA officers.  In order to keep costs in check, other food options will be explored.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Communication Committee – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Will, Mark, and Jeanette will work with Jean regarding a communication committee and communication plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that CTIB is likely in the process of self-dissolving so that Hennepin County can raise the transit sales tax to .5%, to fund the missing $140M state share of funding.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion whether to contact the FTA regarding Met Council compliance to 2012 Certification Requirements for Federal Funding, and without a vote KIAA determined not to take any action.</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is contacting three LRT- adjacent property owners to discuss construction.  These are the only houses at 21<sup>st</sup> St that the Met Council deems to be impacted by LRT operations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The top 5 priorities from the survey were identified – SWLRT, Lakes/Parks/Environment, Kenwood Rec Center events, Hidden Beach Safety, and Kenwood School.  Jeanette wrote a summary report to share with anyone interested.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Calhoun Association is asking KIAA to support opposition to a 54 foot tall residential building to be built adjacent to Tin Fish on Lake Calhoun (replacing 3 existing homes).  The proposed structure would be within the Shoreland Overlay District which has a height restriction of 36 feet.  As an action taken between meetings, the proposal will be reviewed and voted on whether to support or not support the opposition.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board Police Chief Ohotto will be invited to attend the KIAA February Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>December 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 5th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis finalizes its 2017 budget on December 7th.  On November 30<sup>th</sup>, there was a public hearing; 45 people provided testimony on the mayor’s proposed budget. There was a significant organized effort to reduce proposed police budgeting in favor of more community based non-profit policing.  The mayor had proposed adding 15 additional sworn officers as 2016 had the lowest number of officers this decade, 100 less than 2009.  Neighborhoods Organizing for Change challenged that increase.  (Addendum Post KIAA Meeting:  December 7<sup>th</sup> saw a similar number of testimonials and content, and the budget was adopted with the 15 additional officers.)</li>\r\n	<li>The budget also proposes a new position of Small Business Navigator.  This position would assist small businesses in navigating the Minneapolis city laws and regulations.  Lisa supports up to 4 positions in order to help small business navigate the city’s complex licensing and codes.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa emphasized that the Final Truth in Taxation notices that were mailed in November did not include the voter approved school special taxation levy.  Therefore, property taxes are understated by approximately 10%.  Revised Final Notices will not be mailed.  (Note to residents:  look at your 2016 School District Voter Approved Levy to see approximately how much your 2017 taxes are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Car2Go is ending operations in Minneapolis because of two business conditions that created an inability for the company to be profitable.  1)  The city mandated that Car2Go distribute cars equitably throughout the city; however, because some neighborhoods had higher origination/destination usage than others, the company incurred high costs to redistribute cars, and some cars sat idle in lower-used neighborhoods.  Publicly, Car2Go cited that they were taxed/licensed at a car rental rate, which is higher than that of taxis and other ride-share services.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January after December 12ths Later with Lisa.  Lisa is interested in constituent input for topics for her schedule of 2017 lunches.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Board Member – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette introduced Will Stensrud, who with his family purchased a home in Kenwood one year ago.  Will asked to join the board to become more involved in the issues that shape Kenwood.  Jeanette motioned to approve his addition, and it was approved unanimously.  Welcome Will!</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>November was a busy month for SWLRT.  The FTA accepted testimony regarding Metropolitan Council accountability and adherence to process to determine certification for federal dollars for the next 4 years.  Many Kenwood residents sent testimony, including the LRT Done Right group.  Testimonials were published in last month’s Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn stated that there are two key next steps where KIAA will engage in SWLRT:  1) Follow up with the FTA to find out about how the neighborhoods testimony will be used, and will the findings be made available to the public, and 2) SWRLT construction and mitigation is the top issue surfaced in the annual NRP survey, and KIAA will continue to keep SWLRT as a standing KIAA meeting topic, and publish updates in the Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>LRT Done Right organization is engaging and meeting with key elected officials in the coming month to gain information and understanding of positions heading into the 2017 State Legislative Session.  Officials at the state, county, city, and park board will be met with.  KIAA’s position against residential development on the Kenilworth Trail/SWLRT line will be communicated.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reviewed the monthly balance sheet for KIAA as well as the expenditures and revenues for the month.  There was minimal activity during the month: payments made to Jean Deatrick and Post net for the Fall Newsletter, as well as a small payment to reimburse Pop Up Playground expense at “Hidden Beach,” and one donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA has submitted its Community Participation Program application for the upcoming three-year funding cycle by the City of Minneapolis, worth $25K annually to Kenwood.  KIAA is in the process of canvassing the neighborhood to determine the specific priorities to include in the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of NPP is to identify major initiatives for neighborhood organizations, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>The results of the Neighborhood Priorities survey were reviewed.  Top issues identified were SWLRT mitigation, protecting the lakes, East Cedar Lake Beach safety, supporting Kenwood Community Center activities/Common gathering place, more street lighting.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette noted that only 60 responses were received.  The link to the survey was put in the KIAA Fall Newsletter, Nextdoor, and Hill and Lakes Press.  Jean Deatrick will email out a link to her neighborhood email list and extend the deadline to December 18<sup>th</sup> to capture more feedback to feed the Top 5 Priorities.  There will also be future discussion on how to address other priorities received in written comments.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Lake of the Isles Warming House will be replaced.  The Park Board is considering a mobile structure that can be used all year.  Neighborhood Associations are being approached to provide funding.  There was discussion as to whether or not neighborhood funds should be used towards this project in light of the “Close the Gap” funding recently allocated to the Park Board, totaling $11M annually and funded by property tax increases.</li>\r\n	<li>Action taken between meetings:  The board approved up to $200 to place a sign in Downtown Kenwood to help address the continued concerns over parking issues.  It will direct patrons towards alternative parking locations and try to keep alley access clear.  Exact wording and structure is under discussion.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:27 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 9th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met November 7th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in November due to Thanksgiving.  On Monday December 12<sup>th</sup> at 4:30pm will be Later with Lisa, her annual holiday party.  It will be held at the Normandy Inn.  Cash bar, parking is free.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping is completed as of November 15th, as is yard waste pickup, for the season.  The city does not sweep alleys, leaf removal there is the responsibility of the home owner.</li>\r\n	<li>The house at 1204 Kenwood Parkway is under historic review.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction is on track to be complete by December.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa shared the Mayor’s 2017 Proposed Budget.  The board reviewed the budget and gleaned that the proposed levy increase is driven primarily by 1) 59 new positions in the city, 2) Park Board/City agreement on 20 Year Plan, 3) additional spending on social programs and grants to Non-Profit organizations.  The Truth in Taxation Hearing is November 30<sup>th</sup> at City Hall, and the budget will be adopted on December 7<sup>th</sup>.  Public testimony will be heard at both.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Monthly expenditures were for the Gilroy Memorial Bench and the Thrill Kenwood, offset by city funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody is the Citizen Advisory Committee representative to the Metropolitan Council and the CAC met last month.  Jody shared updates on SWLRT that were learned in the meeting.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>LRT trains normally sound a horn coming out of a tunnel, but it will not sound when emerging from the tunnel in the Kenilworth Corridor.  There are also bells on each train that sound at road crossings, but at 21<sup>st</sup> St these will not sound and there will be a stationary bell.  This will allow for less variance in the sound impact and more reliable noise mitigation.</li>\r\n	<li>Revenue service is estimated to begin in 2021.  Construction is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Construction will begin in Fall 2017 to move the freight lines in the Kenilworth Corridor; there will be five phases of construction in our neighborhood and it is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Met Council representatives will be going door to door to record structural conditions of homes in order to establish a baseline for potential damage as a result of construction.  Addresses/scheduling to be announced in December.  It is not determined how repairs will be handled that are a result of construction.</li>\r\n	<li>The CAC November meeting was cancelled.  At future meetings Jody will continue to press for information and we will share in this space.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended the FTA review of the Metropolitan Council’s certification on November 2<sup>nd</sup>.  The FTA certifies the Met Council every four years as a process to approve the Council to continue to receive federal funds.  Shawn shared that 5 speakers used SWLRT as an example where the Met Council did not consistently deliver against the objectives that the FTA measures against.  The public has until November 30<sup>th</sup> to provide testimony; if interested, please contact Shawn at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Applications</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sign Ups are now being taken for 2017 Good Steward Raingardens.  Raingardens on your property help reduce pollution in our lakes.  MetroBlooms and KIAA are teaming up to install reduced-cost raingardens for 15 Kenwood homeowners.  Cost is reduced through a Good Steward Grant (cost to homeowners will be approximately $350 for a $2,000 raingarden).  Email Laura Scholl to get on the list:  <a href=\"mailto:laura@metroblooms.org\">laura@metroblooms.org</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be applying for the next three-year cycle of funding by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program for $25K annually.  KIAA will submit its Community Participation Program application that will include the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of the Neighborhood Priority Plan is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the CPP application be approved, Mark seconded, unanimously passed.</li>\r\n	<li>A survey to solicit neighborhood input for the priority plan will be sent this month to ensure that monies are directed in the direction of projects that are valued by residents.  Here is the link: <a href=\"https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp\">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp</a>  (If link doesn’t work, type in your browser)</li>\r\n	<li>This season was one of the lowest in terms of police incidents in recent history.  The full end of season report will be published in the KIAA Fall Newletter, being mailed this month.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach end of season report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is receiving neighborhood impact letters from the Restorative Justice program from citations at East Cedar Lake Beach.  Fines can be waived if the cited writes a letter of atonement.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended October’s Lunch with Lisa.  The topic was the 20 Year Park Plan and it was covered in detail by Superintendent Jayne Miller and Board President Anita Tabb.  The Kenwood Park will not receive any funding from the 20 Year Park Plan as it is not a high priority park as determined by the Park and Rec Board.  Examples of criteria on how prioritization were assessed are Areas of Racially Concentrated Poverty, Populations of Color, Population Density, Youth Population, Asset Lifespan, and Neighborhood Density.  Kenwood Park will still receive its funding as part of the regular budgeting process.  Shawn learned that The Park Board will have approximately $11M of annual incremental funding via the city and park board levy.  Shawn also learned that if Minneapolis were to implement a $15 minimum wage, it would increase payroll for the Park Board by approximately $2.2M annually.  It was not clear how the Park Board would adjust the plan or mitigate the impact of that wage increase without affecting the 20 Year Plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:34 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 3rd, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood and Community Relations Department – Jack Whitehurst</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mr. Whitehurst represented the city for the annual board survey which the city is conducting.  The purpose of the survey is to gain demographic information on the makeup of city boards.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA encourages all residents of the neighborhood who would like to serve on the board regardless of demographic background.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion on Neighborhood Action Plan money status.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt presented an update on in/outflow of cash for the fiscal year, as well as a spending/income forecast through 2019.  Matt will present a financial report at each KIAA monthly meeting going forward.  This will allow for accurate planning on an annual basis going forward so expenditures can be prioritized.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be sending a survey to gain feedback on resident’s priorities to be addressed in the Neighborhood Priority Plan, which needs to be filed in November.  The survey was edited and approved to be sent.</li>\r\n	<li>The new warming house for Lake of the Isles winter skating area is still under consideration by the Minneapolis Park Board.  The new warming house is in concept stage.  Neighborhood associations may be approached to support it financially.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda Vallone from BeArtrageous is planning Thrill Kenwood, a successful Halloween party that has been held in the years past.  The board approved repeating a $750 contribution towards the event.</li>\r\n	<li>The Jim Gilroy memorial bench (former board member, deceased) has been installed and all who donated are appreciated.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA Fall newsletter is in process to be published by November.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA was informed by a MPRB tree inspector who visited the Rec Center corner that 7 diseased crab apple and trees will be removed. They will be replaced in Spring 2017 with 3 North Star Cherry trees and 4 Mont Royal plum trees, which are disease resistant with useful fruit for the public to eat.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nSeptember 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met September 12th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Dee Montgomery (Heritage Coalition).\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn moved for approval of the agenda, with the addition of Dee Montgomery’s topic, and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be September 28<sup>th</sup> at Opus Hall.  The topic is still being determined.  Lisa is always open to suggestions for topics for Lunch with Lisa, please contact her office with ideas.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale construction is still on schedule to be finished this fall.  Hennepin northbound will be open in the coming weeks.</li>\r\n	<li>The local government channels are changing as follows:  Comcast HD will be 799, and Standard Definition will be 14.  Century Link HD will be 8501, and standard definition will be 8001, Multilingual HD will be 8502, and standard definition multilingual will be 8002.</li>\r\n	<li>November 8<sup>th</sup> election early voting starts September 23<sup>rd</sup>.  There are 4 early voting locations in Minneapolis, please see the city website for more details.  Shawn Smith stated that the voting period was starting very early considering the first Presidential Debate is not until September 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Historic Marker Restoration Project – Dee Montgomery</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The centennial marker commemorating the establishment of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation will be restored.  The original boundary of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation included areas of Kenwood, and the marker that is being replaced is located on the southeast edge of Lake of the Isles.  The Heritage Commission has its own funds; tax dollars will not be used.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board advised Dee to consult with Native Americans to ensure that any concerns regarding the history and commemoration of Fort Snelling were heard.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is pushing for clarification and information with the warning bell and mitigation strategy at the 21<sup>st</sup> St crossing.  KIAA has requested involvement from Commissioner Marion Greene and expressed the need for her support on this issue with the Southwest Project Office.  There are concerns over the volume of the proposed wayside bell.</li>\r\n	<li>The Section 106 process is continuing now that the Memorandum of Understanding is executed.  This pertains to mitigation strategies for Grand Rounds eg landscaping, retaining walls, shoreline treatments, etc.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking continues to be an issue where patrons are parking too close to the alley, blocking driveways, too close to stop signs, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to explore signing solutions – parking is allowed at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Increasing neighborhood programming at the beach remains a KIAA focus.  It is part of the overall strategy to reduce crime and improve public safety.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that 35 kids came to the Play Space “pop up playground” and the strategy was successful.  The board approved a $25 increase to the funding to cover extra expenses.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reiterated the need to work on the Priority Plan Strategy, which will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.  Mike Bono, Matt, and Mark Brown will work on the subcommittee.  The CPP application is due November 10.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2016 Minneapolis Housing Resource Guide is published.  This is a resource for associations and homeowners.  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/\">www.minneapolismn.gov</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>A motion was approved to reimburse Deb Gilroy for $100 for the expenses related to placing a bench for former board member Jim Gilroy.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>By Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met July 11th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Chief Jason Ohotto and two of his officers, Jean Deatrick, and three neighbors.\r\n\r\n<strong>Opening Activities</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>No lunch with Lisa in July or August.  Please be sure to sign up for Lisa’s email list to get updates on construction, traffic, and event updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues.  The Hennepin/Vineland intersection will have major work done in July/August.  The overall project is on schedule for completion by November.</li>\r\n	<li>The variance at 2000 W 21<sup>st</sup> St was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting is open for the 2016 primary.  Election judges are needed this year.  Please call Lisa’s office to sign up to be a judge.  A mix of party affiliations is needed.</li>\r\n	<li>National Night out is August 2<sup>nd</sup>.  After July 19<sup>th</sup>, there is a fee to block off the street.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette expressed KIAA’s appreciation for the quality of the City of Minneapolis’s response to the FEIS, documenting the history and the issues within the project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Chief Jason Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Police reports written on park property at the beach declined from 48 to 31.  This is the second summer where there was a significant reduction in reports.  Chief Ohotto attributed the success to the positive programming and activities at the beach, as well as the increased park police patrols, some funded by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto recommended that neighbors that want to support safety efforts should call in issues to 911, and provide detailed, specific information, name and callback number.  Err on the side of calling 911 vs not calling when you see a negative impact to public safety.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown reported that the June 20<sup>th</sup> potluck at the beach was a great success with strong turnout.  The kids activities (face painting, spray chalk, cookies) were popular.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented ideas for longer term strategies, including boat racks, playground equipment.  Park and Rec Board financial support and fundraising will be needed.  A Community Action Committee will be formed.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt proposed an August Pop Up Adventure Playground as a new activity to pilot.  A motion passed to fund this event with up to $800 of NRP funds.  Engagement with the Kenwood School and neighboring association were identified as opportunities to increase participation.  Jeanette recognized Angie for getting the Kenwood School engaged in using the beach for educational opportunities.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed the idea of hosting a food or beverage cart at the beach on behalf of the neighborhood.  A motion passed for up to $200 to be spent from NRP funds for a KIAA/ECLB Patron Appreciation Day.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported on the June 13<sup>th</sup> FEIS public presentation by the Southwest Project Office.  Approximately 20 neighbors attended from Kenwood, CIDNA, and Loring Park.  On a positive note, the presentation summarized the 17,000 page FEIS effectively.  Unfortunately it was not tailored to the concerns of the Minneapolis segment of the corridor.  There continues to be a high level of concern over the ability of the tunnel to be built near Calhoun Shores Townhomes and the Kenilworth “pinch point.”</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the June 28<sup>th</sup> CAC meeting was cancelled, a consistent issue with many of the other CAC meetings which have also been cancelled in the past couple of years.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette communicated with the general manager of the Kenwood Restaurant to ask that employees park on Penn Avenue, and to help address the issue of patrons parking too close to alleys and driveways, and the issue of delivery truck restricting neighbor access to the alley.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie confirmed that parking for Downtown Kenwood businesses is permitted at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.  A “sandwich” board idea was proposed at a cost of $200 or for city signing or to paint the curb yellow to inform where and where not to park.  Noted for follow up between meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Mike Bono, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike and Matt outlined the plan to develop the 3 year plan as well as budgeting for the upcoming year.  It will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood, while also ensuring that current funding priorities can be maintained should funds be cut in the future.</li>\r\n	<li>New neighbor introduction:  Mikki Johnston and family</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will attend a Whittier Alliance Meeting on July 19<sup>th</sup> to understand the goals and strategies of that group.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie will follow up with Creative Citymaking regarding a video project opportunity, with a possible focus on ECLB.  KIAA would need to make a proposal to secure participation in the project, which is a competitive process.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>June 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 6th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters, Jack Levi.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Amanda Vallone, Jody Strakosch, Mark Holtey and two neighbors.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Board members conducted a brief introduction to begin the 2016-2017 term.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is complete for the season.  There will be a “Lunch with Lisa Field trip on Wednesday, June 29<sup>th</sup>, touring Givens Violins, which is a renowned repair business for cellos and violins.  If interested, please call Lisa’s office to book one of the two tours for that day.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues and has entered the paving phase.  Please contact Lisa’s office to be placed on an email list to receive weekly construction updates affecting the Twin Cities.</li>\r\n	<li>Sidewalk repair has come to Kenwood this year, part of a 10 year cycle.  White dots mark the sections that will be replaced.  Homeowners will be assessed $250-$400 per square for the repair.  Call 311 to discuss whether sections need to be replaced, or if they do not need to be replaced.  Please direct questions regarding how unique situations, such as tree root heaves, to 311.  All affected homeowners should have received a letter from the city; please refer to it for FAQs.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette volunteered to remain Chair; Larry volunteered to remain Vice Chair; Matt Spies volunteered to become Treasurer; and Shawn volunteered to remain Secretary.  Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt asked for resolution to relocate the KIAA bank accounts to US Bank.  Jeanette moved in favor, passed unanimously.  Matt asked for an additional resolution to transfer, check writing authority, opening accounts, deposits, and withdraw funds; from Ed Pluimer to himself.  Jeanette to be the second signatory.  Shawn moved, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette once again recognized Ed Pluimer for his years of service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Memorial Bench for Jim Gilroy – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie reported that $1550 has been donated to the Estate of Jim Gilroy for the purposes of a memorial bench on Lake of the Isles, near 21<sup>st</sup> St..  Jean Deatrick will send an e-blast as a reminder for any other residents that would like to contribute.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie moved that KIAA donate $300 towards the memorial bench to recognize Jim as a sitting board member at his death.  Funds will come from KIAA Money Market Account.  Approved unanimously.  As funds are in the account about to be closed, motion was approved to allow Ed Pluimer to write the check.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Financial Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is preparing a 2016-2017 balance sheet to ensure income and expenditures are clearly documented.  Mark, Larry, Matt, and Mike will form a finance subcommittee to inform a finance update at KIAA July meeting.  Motion approved to establish said committee.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies/Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda (from ARTrageous) shared that the Summer Solstice Party will be held at ECLB on June 20<sup>th</sup> from 6:30-8:30.  This will be a potluck event.  ARTrageous will provide henna, face painting, and a Creation Station for families.  The event will be cancelled in case of rain.  The event is open to all.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented a new proposal for a Pop Up Adventure Playground series.  Matt agreed to go renegotiate lower costs in order to run a pilot, vs investing in 3 events this year.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities including a Summer Solstice Potluck, Pirate/Mermaid Beach Party were identified for funding for $800.  A discussion was had regarding source of funds and how much to spend.  The board approved the expenditure unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda and Matt were approved to work together to spend up to $400 to place an ad in Hill and Lake Press to announce summer activities at ECLB.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  The CAC met in May.  Jennifer Munt stated that the Met Council would find funding to move ahead with SWLRT. The FEIS was reviewed; Nani Jacobsen recognized Kenwood for providing feedback that drove changes from the SDEIS to the FEIS.  Further, station art was approved for the West 21<sup>st</sup> St Station, which is what the Kenwood station will be named.  The next meeting will be June 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn has coordinated a meeting on June 13<sup>th</sup> for the Met Council to present the FEIS and take questions from residents.  This meeting was supported by the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn presented the FEIS draft and will circulate a soft copy to the board and Jody to be reviewed and approved as an action between meetings.  The deadline for submission is June 13<sup>th</sup> for any comments, and must be done in writing to the Southwest Project Office.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking at the Kenwood Corner continues to be a challenge, with visitors parking too close to the alley and to corners and blocking access.  Jeanette called the city to determine the cost of parking signs.  Action to be taken between meetings.</li>\r\n	<li>Kenwood Corner Raingarden Signage was approved as an action taken between meetings.  The Raingarden is now installed and the sign provides good information about the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  KIAA thanks Angie Erdrich for her work to beautify the corner.</li>\r\n	<li>Louise Erdrich is taking the space formerly occupied by Stephen Dean for a business to be announced shortly.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 9:10 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 11th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2016 KIAA 5<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> For the 5<sup>th</sup> year, KIAA had its annual meeting on May 2nd at Kenwood Corner, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> In attendance were seven KIAA serving board members up for re-election, one new member-elect, City Council Member Lisa Goodman, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Green, Minneapolis Parks Commissioner Anita Tabb, and approximately 100 neighbors.</p>\r\n The gathering began at 6PM.  The weather was great and everyone enjoyed Red Wagon Pizza and beverages, compliments of KIAA. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM.  There was a moment of remembrance for Jim Gilroy, KIAA board member who passed away suddenly in April.  Jim will be greatly missed; he was a kind and generous person, dedicated to improving our entire community.  The family has reserved a site for a park bench in his memory on Lake of the Isles.  Friends and neighbors who would like to contribute may do so.  KIAA Board Member Angie Erdrich will facilitate, please make checks payable to Minneapolis Finance Department, Memo “Jim Gilroy Bench” and mail to her at 2217 Oliver Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405.  A receipt will come from Minneapolis Parks, and the Gilroy family will receive a list of donor names.  Please submit donations by June 1<sup>st</sup> in hopes of installing the bench this summer.\r\n\r\nKIAA thanked retiring board member Ed Pluimer.  Ed has generously served on the board for over 20 years, most recently as Treasurer.  Our neighborhood is grateful for his energy and commitment.\r\n\r\nJeanette then stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year:  SWLRT work including work such as efforts to mitigate potential adverse effects to the neighborhood (if the project comes to pass), support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Raingardens from Metro Blooms, and positive programming for East Cedar Lake (Hidden) Beach.  The “Welcome Orioles” project – an environmental learning program for Kenwood School, co-sponsored with the Cedar Lake Park Association, received a shout-out from neighbors in attendance.\r\n\r\nJeanette introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to herself:  Jack Levi, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Matt Spies (Treasurer Elect), and Shawn Smith.  One new board member, Mark Brown was introduced.  Jeanette made the motion for re-election/election of the 2016-17 board, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\nKIAA would like to thank neighbors that supported KIAA financially at the gathering and throughout the year.  It helps us fund activities and keep our neighborhood strong!\r\n\r\nOther updates, action between meetings:\r\n\r\nThe 2015 KIAA Annual Report was approved by the board on April 28<sup>th</sup>.  The Annual Report is required by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program.  The report was prepared by Mike Bono with input from KIAA board members, and submitted by the 4/29 deadline.\r\n\r\nMatt and Julia Spies’s are requesting a variance for a remodel on their home.  As the Spies proactively partnered with their neighbors, KIAA supports their variance.  The variance will be reviewed at the Board of Adjustment meeting on June 9<sup>th</sup>.\r\n\r\nThere will be a Kenwood Neighborhood Rummage Festival of June 10-12<sup>th</sup>.  Please join your neighbors and plan a rummage sale during those dates!  If you are not able to have your own rummage sale, please consider donating to the Kenwood Elementary School Benefit Rummage Sale at the Kenwood Rec Center.   The rummage runs June 11 from 9-2PM. Donations can be dropped off at the Kenwood Recreation Center on June 10<sup>th</sup> from 4-6PM.  100% of proceeds benefit the Kenwood School.  Volunteers are needed to price goods, manage the sale, and haul goods to charity at 2PM on the 11<sup>th</sup>.  Contact Angie Erdrich to volunteer:  angie_sandeep@yahoo.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood.  If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us.  If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met April 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nVice Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies (Minutes), Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Jack Levi.  Absent:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith, Josine Peters, Jim Gilroy.  Also present:  Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\nUnanimous Approval of the Agenda\r\n<h1>City Council Update -  Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Upcoming Lunch with Lisas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>April 27  – Discussion with Made Here, the creative place-making initiative to fill empty downtown storefronts</li>\r\n	<li>May – Bill Leaf will talk about tourism master planning</li>\r\n	<li>June  – Field trip to Claire Givens Violin, premier violin reconstruction/repair; 40 people may attending in two groups of 20.  Contact Lisa’s office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping starting April 13 running through May 9</li>\r\n	<li>Yard waste pickup will begin in Kenwood on April 11</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa highlighted the state of the Hennepin/Lyndale Reconstruction Project road closures</li>\r\n	<li>On April 21, Board of Adjustment will be hearing variance for property at 2401 Sheridan Ave.  Adjacent residents will receive a notice in the mail by April 10<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa provided an overview of her and Council Member Barb Johnsons plan for the city to work with the Park Board to provide funding for neighborhood parks</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Gathering will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include a brief meeting:  the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association activities for the year.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lakes, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>As an action taken between meetings, the board approved the hiring of Red Wagon Pizza, and will be paid for by KIAA funds estimated at $1890.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong>2016/2017 Budgeting</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the merits and limitations of creating a budget for the 2016/2017 operating year.   The primary concern and is the complexity of the requirements for using various funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt Spies will coordinate an assembly of board members to explore ways to implement a framework for spending and raising KIAA funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board has indicated that they do not have capacity for an additional movie in the park for summer 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>An Oriole feeding station will be installed in Cedar Lake Park between May 3 – May 17 by Kenwood Elementary School students.  The project is sponsored by Birchbark Books.  Bird watching volunteers are needed.  Contact <a href=\"mailto:Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com\">Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>NOTE: The following information was approved to be added to the minutes by a motion taken after the meeting.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith (update provided in abstentia)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Since the March KIAA meeting, letters opposing the current SWLRT Kenilworth Plan were sent to Governor Dayton, Lt Governor Smith.  An aide in Governor Dayton’s office responded and assisted in getting a response from Adam Duininck, Chair, Metropolitan Council.  The letter thanked KIAA for our participation in the process and informed the following points:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Final EIS will be published in 2<sup>nd</sup> Quarter of 2016, and no other responses will be forthcoming until then.  In the EIS will be the answers to KIAAs (and others) DEIS and SDEIS responses.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a ten day public comment period</li>\r\n	<li>There will be no process for resolution of further concerns as this is not a part of the process of the National Environmental Protection Act process.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn expressed to the aide in Governor Dayton’s office that securing a form response from Mr Duininck was secondary to our concerns.  He asked for Governor Dayton to confirm that he was aware of and supports or does not support the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>That a derailment collision between an ethanol train and light rail train will be a significant danger to the community and Target Field.</li>\r\n	<li>That other less expensive and more flexible options for transit exist, including bus rapid transit</li>\r\n	<li>That the Chain of Lakes could be degraded due to pile driving</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is a defendant in a lawsuit over failure to disclose discussions of other routes</li>\r\n	<li>That ridership of an Uptown line would well exceed the current alignment</li>\r\n	<li>That projected ridership figures at 21<sup>st</sup> St Station are not credible</li>\r\n	<li>That there will be 22 hours of contiguous noise every five minutes in one of the quietest areas in Minneapolis</li>\r\n	<li>That not one low income neighborhood will be within reasonable walking distance of any Minneapolis station.</li>\r\n	<li>We asked for an appointment with the Governor.  There was no response.  Shawn waited ten days and said that because the Governor failed to respond, we would need to inform our constituents that our elected officials and the Governor are aware of the above controversies and find them to be acceptable.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Larry Moran at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is our Annual Neighborhood Gathering on Monday, May 2nd at 6 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner in front of The Kenwood and BeArtrageous. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org   </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> March 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 7th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi.  Also present Patrick Sadler, Pat Scott, Phil Nordberg, Laureen Carlson, Will Stensrud\r\n\r\nMarch Agenda was Approved Unanimously\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Patrick Sadler, Lisa Goodman’s Office</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Community Planning and Economic Development plan for both Ward 7 and the city were provided.  Any residents that would like a copy can contact Lisa’s office or go to the City Website.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be Noon, March 30<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall; the topic is Sister Cities of Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work continues on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Please contact Lisa’s office to receive email updates on construction closures.</li>\r\n	<li>The Workplace Partnership Meetings proceed to review sick time and paid time off policy.  A final recommendation is due March 16.</li>\r\n	<li>There are openings on multiple boards and commissions in Minneapolis.  Any interested residents can apply via the city website.</li>\r\n	<li>The Community Connection Conference is Saturday April 2<sup>nd</sup> at the Minneapolis Convention Center to kick off 3 Year Planning for Minneapolis 2040.  The public is invited.  Jeanette suggested that Lisa’s office post information to Next Door to ensure the 7<sup>th</sup> Ward is represented if nobody from KIAA is able to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Reduced pricing is being offered for rain barrels and compost bins.  <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>. The city will also have a limited number of trees available to residents for $25.  You can order a tree for your property beginning March 21, see <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Request for Support of Variance for Accessory Dwelling, 2401 Sheridan Ave S – Phil Nordberg and Laureen Carlson</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Phil and Laureen requested variance support from KIAA to be able to add a bathroom and categorize their garage as an ADU.  The overall footprint will not change.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is generally supportive.  The petitioners have not spoken to each neighbor but will be sending out notices to all neighbors within 300 feet.  Jeanette motioned to support the variances, contingent that neighbors are all informed and have no objections.  Motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is in the process of confirming the open swim, pop up playground, and other activities for Summer 2016.  Event schedules will be published in Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette signed the agreement for extra police patrols.  With the warm weather, Matt is working with Park Police to start patrols.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities are being coordinated with Kenwood School, including bird watching.  Volunteers are needed to lead school hikes in April and May, please contact Angie Erdrich at angie_sandeep@yahoo.com</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that since the last meeting, letters were sent to the FTA, Senator Klobuchar, Senator Franken, and Rep Ellison as KIAA continues to escalate neighborhood concerns over this project.</li>\r\n	<li>A letter was also sent to Governor Dayton and Lt Governor Smith, with copies of the letters sent to the State and Federal officials asking for his support in getting a meaningful response to neighborhood concerns, which are centered on the risks and ripple effects of co-location of SWLRT and ethanol trains.  His office responded with questions, and KIAA is preparing a communication to send back.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will invite Sophia Ginis from the Met Council to our April meeting since she did not respond to our March meeting invitation.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion that despite our concerns, planning moves ahead unabated.  All are encouraged to contact their elected officials if they have concerns over co-location, noise, vibration, cost, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA has been actively communicating neighborhood concerns to local, state, and federal officials.  Due to an overall lack of responsiveness to those, the board approved a motion to send communication to President Obama, which will represent the highest level of escalation, and likely final, that the board will take.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Meeting - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Annual Meeting will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association financials.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lake Press, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie, Josine, and Matt are researching options for food to reduce costs from last year.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Board Succession Planning - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         With Ed stepping down, KIAA will need to fill the Treasurer role starting May 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is actively seeking new board members.  We need neighbors that are willing to volunteer 3-4 hours per month either as a board member or support a subcommittee.  There are several board members that have served for a decade or more and are looking to retire.  We need your help to fill these positions to continue the level of thoroughness being delivered today.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is seeking a representative for the Green Zone work being done by the city.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 1st, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Meg Forney, Amanda Vallone, and Jody Strakosch\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be February 24<sup>th</sup>.  The topic will be the City Workforce Training and Equity programs on Job Training.</li>\r\n	<li>2431 22<sup>nd</sup> St W ownership has requested a historic review and may be requesting a variance to the board in the near future.  Neighbors are reminded that KIAA is typically notified of variance requests and can help navigate the process.</li>\r\n	<li>The city prefers that the SWLRT station be called “Cedar Lake Station.”  The Met Council has suggested that 21<sup>st</sup> St Station is not a clear indicator of the location of the station but has asked for input.  (KIAA hesitates to put forth a suggestion because KIAA does not support co-location of freight and light rail, but if KIAA were to have a preference it would be West 21<sup>st</sup> St.)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Closing the Gap in Our Parks - Meg Forney</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meg is looking for volunteers to work for a Citizens Group to get signatures to support a referendum on the ballot for “The Closing of the Gap” for funding of $15M/year for the next 20 years to implement repairs in neighborhood parks.  If residents are interested, please contact Meg or Anita Tabb at the Park Board.  Additional information is available on the Park Board website.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Funding Recommendation – Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The success at East Cedar Lake Beach to reduce crime was in large part due to the partnership between KIAA and the Park Police.  The recommendation from Chief Ohotto was to spend $5000 for 2016 vs $8000 spent last year.  Police reports were reduced from 101 in 2014 to 56 in 2015.</li>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to spend $5000 for additional police patrols at ECLB in 2016 and be active early in the season.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that two disbursements were made in January relating to SWLRT planning and the Metro Blooms project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Thrill Kenwood – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>This event raised $400 for The Bridge for Youth.</li>\r\n	<li>The 1<sup>st</sup> annual Rock Kenwood Dance Party will be held at the Rec Center on Saturday February 27<sup>th</sup> from 3-6PM.  There will be a DJ, contests, crafting, and more.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt recapped the recent committee meeting and the programming ideas for 2016.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log rolling and Open Swim are planned to continue in 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>New ideas include puppet shows, art activities, potlucks, and more.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is considering putting forth up to $2000 of additional funding for activities, and discussed how to engage neighbors that might be interested in donating funds to support the activities.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  Jody reported that the November and December meetings were cancelled by the Met Council.  In the January meeting, progress updates were shared by the project office.  Final environmental impact statement is due in April.  Civil construction will begin fall of 2016.  There will be 29 private properties impacted by construction in Minneapolis, primarily adjacent to the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported that some responses were received from correspondence to Minnesota Senators and Representatives on the Transportation Committees.  Some responded to take KIAA response under advisement, and some spoke in favor of KIAA’s position opposing co-location.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn brought a motion to continue to present KIAA’s position opposing co-location to FTA officials in the Chicago office that are working with the Met Council on the alignment.  The board unanimously approved to send a letter.  Shawn will circulate it as an action between meetings for board review and final approval.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette is working to identify a point of contact for the Restorative Justice Program, who would coordinate community service work for the people in the program.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA recognizes Stephen Dean and his long standing contributions to the neighborhood. Kathie Constantine shared that his tailoring business in Downtown Kenwood is expected to close at the end of March.  He kept the neighborhood looking good with the many fine seams, hems, and alterations he provided over his 40 years in business, and we wish him well in retirement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:46 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>January 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met January 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A body was found frozen in the ice in the channel between Lake Calhoun and Lake of the Isles on January 4<sup>th</sup>.  It is not known to be a crime related situation and there is no danger to the public.  Residents are encouraged to demonstrate caution before proceeding to go out on the ice, especially areas that are not designated for winter recreational use.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is on Wednesday January 27<sup>th</sup>, the topic is a preview of the 2016 state legislative session. Senator Dibble among other elected officials are expected to attend.  Please contact Lisa’s office if you plan to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale utility work continues.  Sewer work will be necessary on Vineland Place near the Walker and Sculpture Garden.  Construction updates and road closures are available via Lisa’s office in her email updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Residents are advised that there needs to be a minimum 5 foot clearance on either side of alleys and driveways.  Neighbors are having difficulties accessing driveways and alleys when visitors or residents are parked within 5 feet of one.  This has been a challenge particularly at Kenwood Corner.  If access is blocked, neighbors can call 311 for assistance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed updated KIAA that the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District paid KIAA for the 15 neighborhood Raingarden projects.  KIAA will in turn pay MetroBlooms with these funds, as well as the KIAA share of $1134, approved at the December Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Noise Issues</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Local businesses are advised to ensure that their garbage and recycling services are observing local noise ordinances.  Garbage and recycling are not to be picked up prior to 6AM.  We love our local businesses.  Neighbors observing violations are encouraged to speak to the business owner first, and if unresolved then take a photo of the truck and email KIAA or Lisa Goodman’s office and we will contact the refuse service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt updated KIAA that the next ECLB Committee Meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan 26<sup>th</sup> at 7PM at the Kenwood Community Center.  All are welcome.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will invite Park Police Chief Ohotto to the February meeting to start the dialogue on the strategy for the summer of 2016.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the SWLRT environmental impact statement will not consider impacts of freight rail changes in the Kenilworth Corridor funded by the project, according to a recent email from the Southwest Project Office.  These changes include moving the rail much closer to homes, upgrading the tracks, building a bridge across the Kenilworth Canal, and removing many trees and green spaces.  Further, although the SWLRT project will spend tens of millions of dollars to “co-locate” freight and light rail, the Met Council says it “is not making freight rail permanent” in the Kenilworth Corridor.  KIAA is concerned that the upgraded freight rail infrastructure could encourage more trains at higher speeds, and create additional noise and safety concerns.  KIAA believes the SDEIS is flawed because it does not treat freight as a permanent condition, and therefore adverse impacts are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the section 106 meeting on December 3<sup>rd</sup>.  Section 106 protects historic properties impacted by federally funded projects.  The Kenilworth Channel is protected by section 106.  With input by Michael Schroeder of the MPRB, a bridge design has been agreed upon and the historic WPA retaining walls on the east side of the proposed bridge are now under consideration.  A memorandum of understanding will be developed in the coming months, and KIAA will decide whether or not to sign it when the time comes.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn, on behalf of KIAA, contacted each member of the Minnesota Senate and House Transportation Committees to surface the board’s continued concerns with co-location.  KIAA asked that the $135M of the state portion of the funding be put on hold.  This is to be voted on in the upcoming legislative session.  KIAA maintains that in a time of increased concern over rail safety, co-location of light rail and ethanol trains will pose a continual and sustained danger to the Kenwood neighborhood should there be a derailment. and we remain opposed to co-location.  The Minneapolis City Council, knowing of this risk, has nonetheless approved co-location, so KIAA is appealing to the state level.</li>\r\n	<li>County Commissioner Marion Greene is planning a public meeting on Wednesday, February 3<sup>rd</sup>.  KIAA will post time and place to NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Angie Erdrich will post in Next Door Kenwood a notice to invite neighbors to determine interest for the MetroBlooms Raingarden program for 2016</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lake of the Isles Skating Party is Sunday, January 24<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:38 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>December 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 7th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Larry Moran, Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi, Josine Peters  Also Present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n<h1>Agenda was approved unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since November Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby composed a letter to the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee articulating KIAA concerns that the SDEIS had shortcomings.  These arise from Met Council’s decision to treat freight rail as an “existing condition.” However, the SWLRT proposes creating permanent freight rail infrastructure where only temporary rail exists, and SDEIS failed to properly consider the safety, environmental, vibration, noise, and economic impact of that decision with freight rail as an existing condition.  In the December meeting, KIAA members voted in favor of sending the letter prior to the CMC.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>December 9<sup>th</sup> is the final opportunity for residents to testify at the City Council meeting regarding the 2016 budget and taxes.  Lisa encourages residents to appear in person or email their city representatives to provide testimony and input on how residential tax revenue is generated and spent.  This meeting will be in the past by the time these minutes are published, however residents are notified well in advance of the annual hearing in their Truth in Taxation statements for future tax years.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January.  December 14<sup>th</sup> marks the annual December Later with Lisa event at the Normandy Inn.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work is continuing on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Infrastructure has deteriorated further than expected and the project is approximately 6 weeks behind.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa confirmed that a variance at 2432 Sheridan Ave S was approved by the city.  This was endorsed by KIAA at the November meeting.  KIAA will seek input as broadly as possible for future requests</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed provided prior the meeting a recap of monies received from KIAA members as well as November transactions (expenditures), and these were discussed in the meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>The source of the remainder of Rain Garden funding was discussed.  Jeanette moved to use money from the NRP neighborhood livability Phase II fund.  Passed unanimously.  Mike Bono agreed to ensure that all city requirements were met to utilize that fund.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Resolution regarding Jean Deatrick’s contract – Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jean’s contract is set to expire at the end of the year.  Jean supports KIAA with communication, publication of the minutes, announcements, reimbursements, and other administrative activities.  Mike moved to extend her contract under the same terms until December 31<sup>st</sup> 2016.  Ed seconded the motion.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies\r\n<h1>·         Matt is reaching out to the Park Board to align on proposed activities for summer 2016.  KIAA continues to work on ensuring ECLB will be able to be used safely by all residents.  There will be a public meeting in January to discuss 2016 strategies, date/time/place to be posted on Nextdoor Kenwood.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA increased funding in 2015 to support existing funding from the Park Board et al, and research will be done to understand how much funding will be in place from other sources prior to a KIAA funding commitment for 2016.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Discussion continued from the November meeting regarding engaging state and federal officials over ongoing concerns for rail safety as well as other unaddressed concerns.  KIAA will contact state level transportation bill conferees to raise the concerns before end of year, and then again as State Legislators go back into session in February.  KIAA will also contact Federal Transit officials in advance of final funding of the line to ensure that federal officials are aware of local concerns with regard to safety, environmental, noise, vibration, and economic adverse effects not sufficiently addressed in the SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Metro Blooms is asking if KIAA would be interested in partnering on Rain Gardens again in 2016.  Angie will inform them of KIAA interest, pending gauging neighborhood interest.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:33 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met November 2nd, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since October Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA sent a response to the SWLRT project office regarding SWLRT Section 106 meeting Sept 23<sup>rd</sup>, as it relates to concerns over the traffic study.  There is a discrepancy in the ridership numbers vs SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Variance Request for Peterson Residence, 2432 Sheridan Ave S</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Request made in person by owners to enlarge the structure, extending a less than six foot variance along the property line.  A second variance was requested to extend the garage by five feet closer to the street, which is still within the set back.  Angie motioned to support, Matt to second, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws, Articles – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed changes to KIAA bylaws to modernize them, having consulted with Robert Cooper of the City of Minneapolis legal department.  For example, serving information via email vs paper mail, yet preserving multi modal communication which would include an annual newsletter or mailings at the discretion of KIAA.  Ed moved that KIAA approve the rewritten bylaws which would then be filed with the state, and stored on KIAA’s website.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed then moved to change articles of incorporation to update the registered office of KIAA to the Kenwood Rec Center.  Matt seconded, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Gardens – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved to pay $1134 for KIAA cost share to Metro Blooms (or up to $1200 in case of minor variance in the final invoice).  The costs increased due to decreased participation due to untenable soil conditions or other issues that were not able to be mitigated.  Motion seconded by Jim, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>The raingarden at Kenwood Corner was paid for by the private donations and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  In order to finalize funding, a sign is needed.  The sign will be reviewed as action taken outside the meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         ECLB committee met in October to debrief the year and start planning for next year.  Residents that have ideas for activities for 2016 are encouraged to contact Matt Spies.  2015 saw a tremendous amount of success and KIAA is excited to build on this success but needs continued neighborhood engagement even if there was an increase in usage via activities and a decrease in criminal activity.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Engagement with Anita Tabb and the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board was also discussed as an offline action.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA discussed whether to continue to engage in SWLRT via writing letters to state and federal officials addressing co-location concerns in the Kenilworth Corridor as KIAA was unable to gain support at the city level.  Specifically, to petition state and federal officials to withhold funding due to continuing and increasing concerns over the danger of the co-location of ethanol trains and SWLRT.  Further action to be taken between meetings, but accountability of individual public officials will be the focus, specifically, their knowledge of the risks, and how they plan to vote, is the plan of action via written correspondence.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood general community update.  Jeanette will encourage CM Greene to have the meeting, KIAA will not formally participate.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:43 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 5th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich.\r\n\r\nOthers present:  CM Lisa Goodman, Marc Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), 2 other attendees\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The September lunch with Lisa had over 75 attendees to hear about the Nicollet Mall renovation.  At the October Lunch with Lisa Wed Oct 21<sup>st</sup>, to commemorate the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, State Senator Steve Simon will speak about the Voting Rights Act.  Room 334 of the St Thomas Law School.  All are welcome to attend, please RSVP in advance to Lisa’s office.</li>\r\n	<li>Fall street sweeping will start on October 20<sup>th</sup>.  Please watch for parking restrictions.  Social media will be used to communicate dates.</li>\r\n	<li>Cedar Lake Parkway will be repaved – from 394 to the BNSF bridge.  It will start October 19<sup>th</sup>, last 6 days, and be a complete closure.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding variances and tear downs.  Neighbors are encouraged to review variance proposals with KIAA board so the board can be aware of variance requests.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed attended to any previously discussed financial compliance and efficiency concerns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed that bylaws be examined and modernized.  For example, the bylaws state that minutes must be maintained in a book.  However, now electronic copies are preferred to minimize paper waste.  Also that 1<sup>st</sup> class mail is used for communications, and now electronic notice is more economical and more efficient.  There was also a discussion on how to document action (votes) taken outside of meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark re-requested funding from KIAA for a rechargeable sound system to be used for neighborhood programming, at a cost of $2200.  Motion to fund passed with two abstentions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Hennepin Lake Community Wine Tasting Fundraiser – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is selling tickets to the event which is being held on Wed October 28<sup>th</sup>.  Advance ticket sales benefit KIAA.  Please email Jeanette Colby; email is available on the KIAA website.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>It was noted that each member of the City Council, Mayor Hodges, and Peter Wagenius received a copy of the KIAA SDEIS with a request to require more information regarding mitigation, co-location, and construction concerns prior to granting municipal consent.  However, there was no response to KIAA from the Mayor or the Council and all city council members voted the same as prior municipal consent.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood Q/A meeting for any outstanding questions regarding the SWLRT project.  Jeanette and Shawn will post to Nextdoor Kenwood this opportunity to have a dialogue, to gauge neighborhood interest.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette outlined the finding to the Section 106 Traffic Study.  The finding in the study was that there would not be substantial changes to traffic near historic 106 properties.  The findings of the study appear to be inconsistent with the SDEIS statements regarding how many riders will use the 21<sup>st</sup> St Station and how riders will access the station.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will draft a letter to state and federal officials highlighting the danger of co-location of ethanol trains and high voltage LRT wires in the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Announcements/New Business – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee continues to meet monthly.  Meetings are posted to Nextdoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>Thrill Kenwood is Saturday October 24<sup>th</sup>, at 3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, November 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSeptember 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met September 14th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Park Police Chief Ohotto, Mark Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), Jean Deatrich (Hill and Lakes), and 6 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>September Agenda was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Recognition for Kathy Low for her participation in KIAA and to Larry Moran for Chairing KIAA for the past three years.</li>\r\n	<li>It was agreed that a November KIAA newsletter will be published and mailed.  Articles will be needed and will need to be sent to Jean Deatrich.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich led a discussion regarding the final cost of the Raingarden Project, which will be finalized at a future date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Bylaw and Finance Update – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that he will put together a list of proposed bylaw changes that were discussed at the July KIAA meeting to be submitted.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed gave an overview of committed and past spending as a follow up to the account balance update emailed prior to the meeting.  It was determined to maintain one KIAA account going forward, instead of two, and Ed named some follow up tasks that he would tend to in order to ensure KIAA is compliant with the city policy, and it was also determined to maintain a May 31<sup>st</sup> fiscal year end and coincide with the annual election of the KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark requested funding from KIAA for the replacement of 3 picnic tables and a sound system.  A vote was deferred until ownership of the space where the picnic tables is housed could be confirmed.  Additionally, it was suggested that the Rec Center request funding from the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto/Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Chief Ohotto shared that police reports for ECLB were 69 in 2015 vs 2014 last year.  Most reports were misdemeanors.  He attributes the reduction to Matt Spies and his task force and the community involvement at the beach, as well as concerned residents calling 911 when incidents occurred.  Chief Ohotto recommended continued KIAA-funded hours and activities moving forward.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Subcommittee Meeting is on October 13<sup>th</sup> at 7PM, Kenwood Rec Center.  Residents are encouraged to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Permit Parking was discussed as a deterrent.  There is a Next Door thread discussing a petition to request it to deter beach attendance.  KIAA in the past has recommended that this is not a viable solution to deter crime, however agreed that the SubCommittee should reevaluate this as a solution to ensure that any recommendation reflects current views.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Amanda Vallone - beArtrageous</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda on behalf of beArtrageous proposed some activities for ECLB for 2016.  Activities would be for residents of all ages:  potlucks, craft parties, coffee and sunset gatherings, etc.  Activities would be funded by CPP or participants.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda requested funding from KIAA to fund Thrill Kenwood on October 24<sup>th</sup>.  The activity is a neighborhood dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at the corner of Penn and 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Proceeds go to Bridge for Youth, and emergency Shelter for for 10-17 year old youth.  KIAA approved $800 to fund the event, about 40% of the budget.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>MPRB Ice Rink Warming Hut – Cliff Swenson/Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>MPRB is considering updating the warming hut (without disruption to the footprint or skating area) at Lake of the Isles and across other rinks in the park system.  MPRB is beginning the process of informing city boards about the redesign, and if the project moves forward there would be a community engagement process in the future.  Goal is to have the project done by Fall 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Jeanette Colby/Shawn Smith/Jody Strakosch</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody updated from the Community Advisory Committee, which met recently and the Project Office is proceeding as if they have full funding.  Jody asked that the key elements of the project be a standing topic on the agenda going forward, including co-location, noise, vibration, etc.  Meetings occur the 4<sup>th</sup> Thursday of every month.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette offered to contact County Commissioner Marion Greene to see if we would conduct a public hearing to ask questions.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA agreed to distribute the SDEIS response to additional public officials.  The purpose is to gain support to get answers to those questions posed in the response, submitted to the Project Office in July 2015, that have yet to be answered.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, October 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met July 6th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Lisa Goodman, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee and KIAA Board Member-Elect), Jean Deatrick, and 2 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby nominated Matt Spies to the board and his appointment was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City of Minneapolis Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be August 26<sup>th</sup>.  Topic is TBD and Lisa is seeking input on ideas of broad interest to the ward.</li>\r\n	<li>NextDoor Kenwood will be increasingly used by the city for announcements and crime alerts, so neighbors are encouraged to sign up for the site.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion regarding street paving and repair.  Lisa encourages neighbors to call 3-1-1 to report any potholes in need of fill.  Major repaving for roads in need of repair could result in a potentially significant tax assessment for property owners on the street repaired.</li>\r\n	<li>Because of the buffer zone around parkland, it was emphasized that feral cats are not allowed in much of the Kenwood neighborhood, and should be reported to animal control.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report/Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Year end financial recaps were circulated to KIAA board members prior to the July meeting.  The balance sheet will be attached to the CPP annual report to be sent to the city.  KIAA fiscal year runs from June 1 to May 31 due to the timing of the election of the board in May.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA bylaws have not been updated in several years.  Ed offered to chair a subcommittee to review where updates should be made to allow more relevant communication methods, eg allowing electronic communication vs by US Mail.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP Annual Report – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the KIAA 2014 CPP Annual report be approved and sent to the city, and the motion was unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Dinkytown Historic Commercial Preservation – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The city is voting July 10<sup>th</sup> regarding preservation of the Dinkytown business district.  KIAA will circulate the letter from the preservation group should Kenwood residents wish to show support.  KIAA will not file a formal support with the city but voted to send a statement to the City Council in support of the Marcy Holmes Neighborhood Association (Dinkytown) in its adherence to its neighborhood small area plan.  Small area plans are developed with broad community input and may put parameters on developers to preserve neighborhood history and aesthetics.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Uptown Neighborhoods Working Group (UNWG) – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Per UNWG request, Josine attended the recent meeting of the working group and will provide input into the decisions and discussions related to the Uptown neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Raingardens Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The installations of raingardens in Kenwood continue to have interest in the neighborhood and Angie will continue to provide input and updates to Metro Blooms and KIAA.  20 Residences are approved to be funded by Metro Blooms and KIAA.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log Rolling continues to be a popular event – future dates will be announced on NextDoor Kenwood.  Open Water Swimming, sponsored by YWCA, is rolling out this summer.</li>\r\n	<li>Pledges have been raised for $1350 to fund a pop-up Adventure Park, 3 events to occur this summer.  Matt requested $750 in funding from KIAA to reach the goal of $3000 and for a fund to be established to be administered by KIAA to house the funding as it is collected.  Jeanette so moved and the motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Crime and Safety – Chief Ohotto provided an update in advance of the meeting that crime is down from prior years.  There are still some incidents that have required police response but of less frequency and severity vs prior summers.  Ed Pluimer reminded the board that $8K was allocated for increased police patrols this summer.  KIAA will continue to evaluate the effectiveness of the expenditure.</li>\r\n	<li>The next ECLB subcommittee meeting will be July 14<sup>th</sup> at Kenwood Rec Center and will be published on NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Supplementary Draft EIS Response – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS response was submitted to the board for review prior to the meeting.  There was a general discussion regarding edits related to construction impacts, property values.  Angie moved to approve the response with amendments, and the motion passed unanimously.  The amendments to increase the focus on the response relating to construction short term impacts (noise, vibration, road damage).  The KIAA response will be submitted to the Met Council, and a response will be requested, by the July 21<sup>st</sup> deadline.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Investing in Neighborhood Parks/Closing the Gap – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Minneapolis Park and Rec Board is conducting neighborhood hearings through late September to discuss the current state of Minneapolis Parks and those in need of repairs that may have been deferred.  Please see the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board for dates on upcoming hearings.  You can also email <a href=\"mailto:closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org\">closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org</a> for information and input.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, August 3rd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>June 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 1st, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and Jean Deatrich, and 3 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in June or July.  The next will be August 6<sup>th</sup>, topic is TBD.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa is sending out a weekly downtown event and construction alert including sporting and arts events and street closures.  Future emails will include the reconstruction of Hennepin at Lyndale, Nicollet Mall Reconstruction, etc. Residents can sign up for the weekly Friday email by emailing Lisa’s office.  She is hopeful that the information will help residents and visitors get around town a little easier with all the construction and exciting downtown events.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Streets events are starting, sponsored by the city and the Bicycle Coalition.  There will be road closures and roads will be open to pedestrians and bikers.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.openstreetsmpls.com/\">www.openstreetsmpls.com</a> for more information.</li>\r\n	<li>With the warm weather approaching, residents are advised to keep garages and homes locked when not home.  This will deter crimes of opportunity.  Also, keep valuables out of sight in your car, and keep your car locked even when it is in your garage.  Residents are encouraged to call 911 if you see any suspicious activity.  This will help control crimes of opportunity.</li>\r\n	<li>The City and the Park Board advise to water trees regularly, and advise against pruning ash trees, which can spread the Emerald Ash borer.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update (ECLB, “Hidden Beach”) – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Activities are being planned to increase resident usage of the beach.  Activities will mainly be sponsored by a 3<sup>rd</sup> party, not the Park Board or City.  Matt will submit an article to Hill and Lakes Press with more information in an upcoming issue.</li>\r\n	<li>The first log roll was held on Saturday May 30th with about 25 attendees.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Lake Swimming is in the planning stages, similar Lake Nokomis Open Swim.  The intent is to give residents the opportunity to swim in open water for exercise and triathlon training.  Also for trained swimmers that do not have access to a pool.  The open swim events will be managed by the YMCA.</li>\r\n	<li>Other events are being planned, such as morning meditations, arts events, and more.  Announcements will be shared via the Nextdoor Kenwood website, so please sign up for the site for alerts on upcoming events.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is working to see if a sign can be secured to post at the entrance of the beach area announcing the schedule of activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is doing an amazing job leading the ECLB subcommittee and KIAA appreciates his dedication and effort to bring fun activities to ECLB for everyone.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low outlined the revised neighborhood priority plan that was drafted to direct activities and advise the expenditure of Community Participation Program funds.  Changes to the former plan were advised in response to a recent survey of residents and ongoing KIAA priorities.  Kathy did not seek re-election and was handing the work off to the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Included in the plan is SWLRT work, additional police patrols for ECLB, monthly newsletter, and neighborhood programming activities.</li>\r\n	<li>The final revised plan will be submitted to the city and put on record in the KIAA archives.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS is now published which reflects co-location of Light Rail and Freight Rail.  LRT Done Right is drafting a response to the SDEIS (Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement).  Jeanette Colby proposed that KIAA utilize the LRT Done Right as a foundation to the response for KIAA.  The responses are due by July 6<sup>th</sup> unless an extension is granted.  KIAA will draft a response representative of views expressed by residents and an evaluation of the SDEIS.  Any resident can review the SDEIS at <a href=\"http://www.metrocouncil.org/\">www.metrocouncil.org</a>.  Residents are encouraged to review environmental findings and mitigation plans and provide input to the Met Council directly.  The City of Minneapolis and Park Board are each planning to submit a response to the SDEIS in addition to those of LRT Done Right and KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to be involved with the Citizens Advisory Committee.  KIAA did not support co-location of freight and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor, but will focus the feedback on mitigation that is needed as determined by the board for safety, vibration, noise, light, and economic potential adverse effects on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of KIAA Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby was elected to Chair of the Board.  Ed Pluimer was re-elected as Treasurer.  Larry Moran was elected Vice Chair, to help oversee that transition of the position of Chair to Jeanette.  Shawn Smith was re-elected to Secretary.  The website will be updated by Jean Deatrich to reflect the officers for the next annual period.  It was noted that new members will be needed to continue the work of the board as some members have served for several terms and new resident participation is needed for succession planning.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2015 KIAA 4<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA had its 4<sup>th</sup> annual gathering on May 5<sup>th</sup> in Downtown Kenwood, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">In attendance were the KIAA board, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene, MPRB Anita Tabb, Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, 8 serving board members up for re-election, and approximately 80 neighbors.</p>\r\nThe gathering began at 6PM. The weather was great and everyone enjoyed complimentary Red Wagon Pizza and beverages provided by KIAA. Janet Hallaway from The Bridge for Youth was available to answer questions regarding her organization and to take donations. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM. He stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year: SWLRT work including work on the CAC and mitigation of potential adverse effects to the neighborhood, support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Movies in the Park, Kenwood Carnival, and the Skating Party. He also introduced Matt Spies, who leads the subcommittee working to address concerns over East Cedar Lake “Hidden” Beach. Angie Erdrich gave an update on the Raingarden to be constructed at Kenwood Corner in August 2015.\r\n\r\nLarry introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to himself: Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Ed Pluimer, and Shawn Smith. Larry made the motion for re-election, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood. If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us. If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> April 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">The KIAA Board met April 6, 2015, at Kenwood Rec Center.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Board Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Others present: Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and other Kenwood residents</p>\r\n\r\n<h1><strong>7th Ward Update - City Council Member Lisa Goodman </strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping on most north/south streets will be the week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; east/west streets and the remaining north/south streets will be the week of April 20<sup>th</sup>. Yard waste pickup begins week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; use compostable bags or yard waste containers.</li>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be on Wednesday April 29<sup>th</sup>. Olga Viso, Executive Director of the Walker Art Center, will give an in-depth look at the Walker’s $75 million renovation plans, including the Sculpture Garden and improvements to the hill and along Vineland Place. As usual, please arrive between 11:30 - 11:45 am to get lunch and a seat for the program.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa Goodman is also arranging a visit to the Minneapolis Emergency Operations Center the week of May 4<sup>th</sup> for interested residents. The Center was moved to Fridley and improved after the 35W bridge collapse. Space will be limited. Notice will be sent to anyone who is signed up for her regular notices by email. (Email her office if you would like to be added to her distribution list.)</li>\r\n	<li>Some qualified residents of CIDNA and Lowry Hill have volunteered to be on the Kenilworth Station Art and Landscape Committee that will look at station area design for some of the Minneapolis Southwest Light Rail stations. Selections will be made soon; contact Lisa Goodman’s office if anyone else is interested. KIAA expressed the strong interest in having this committee consider ways that the presence of a station could have a positive impact on problems at East Cedar Lake beach. Lisa Goodman thinks the committee will be focused only on the station design.</li>\r\n	<li>The owners of 1800 Lake/Knox project have stopped pumping water from the basement of the building into Lake Calhoun in accordance with the consent decree.</li>\r\n	<li>The City’s composting program has started; organics can be taken to drop-off sites listed at <a href=\"http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996\">http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996</a>. One of the drop-off sites is the South Transfer Station, 2850 20th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55407. Organics pick up will start in April 2016 for the Kenwood neighborhood. Homeowners will be charged for the service whether they sign up for pick up or not.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The East Cedar Lake Beach KIAA subcommittee recently met and also conducted an online survey. Survey results will be posted on NextDoor; there was interest in log-rolling, which could be once/week in partnership with the maker of synthetic logs who lives in the area, as well as point-to-point swimming across Cedar Lake. The Park Board indicated that they would be supportive of this swimming by providing a lifeguard and allowing this activity, which normally is prohibited.</li>\r\n	<li>The subcommittee discussed that the Park Police are best situated to determine when to deploy extra policing funded by KIAA. Josine Peters introduced a resolution to allocate an additional $3,000 (when added to the previously approved $5,000, for a total of $8,000) of remaining KIAA NRP funds to the Police Buy-Back contract with the City. Jack Levi seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Another idea for positive programming at the Beach is a canoe paddle derby. Jeanette Colby has confirmed the details for one KIAA-sponsored event for all ages: the Open Eye Figure Theatre Driveway Tour will be on Friday, June 5th at 7 p.m. at East Cedar Lake Beach. Residents are invited to picnic and enjoy an innovative puppet show. Jeanette Colby introduced a resolution approving $400 for the event; Kathy Low seconded and it passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Long-term solutions to the problems at the Beach were also discussed at the subcommitee’s recent meeting. Some of the Park Board’s ideas to be considered in the future include fixing up trails and constructing restrooms. <strong>The</strong> suggestion that a CAC be formed as a forum for discussing these kinds of changes was met with enthusiasm.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>SWLRT Discussion - Kathy Low</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy provided an update on the 106 review (environmental review process re: adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties in the neighborhood). KIAA continues to use the PVN consulting firm to assist in our role as consulting party in this process. Kathy proposed a resolution to approve a contract with PVN for 2015 and to add $2,000 to the contract with the City using Neighborhood Priority Plan funds to cover this cost. The consultant will discuss with KIAA what scope of work is requested for each future meeting. It is possible that CIDNA will share in the cost of the consultant’s time to prepare and attend meetings<strong>.</strong> The motion was seconded and carried unanimously. Kathy will attend the next 106 meeting on April 22<sup>nd</sup> and KIAA will seek a new representative for future meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>KIAA Annual Gathering – Angie Erdrich, Ed Pluimer</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> outside the downtown Kenwood businesses on West 21<sup>st</sup> Street beginning at 6 pm. BeARTrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Ed proposed a resolution to allocate $100 each to help with expenses those two businesses will incur as well as funds to cover other KIAA expenses for supplies for the event. Kathy Low seconded and the resolution passed unanimously. Delicious individually-prepared pizza will be prepared on site by Red Wagon Pizza. There will be a brief presentation by Chair Larry Moran at 6:30 describing KIAA activities. The 2015-2016 KIAA board will then be elected: new board members are needed and encouraged to attend. Last year was a huge success and all residents are welcome. Donations to the Bridge for Youth will be accepted.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:25 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, May 4th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on 21<sup>st</sup> Street in front of the Kenwood businesses as described above. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident in each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kiaa55405@gmail.com.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met March 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee), Dr. Eric Larson, and 6 other attendees and neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>No Update this month</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto provided an update on how KIAA funding was utilized in the summer of 2014 beach season. A total of 93 hours were utilized by park police for a budget cost of $6084, over the authorization of $5000 by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Most offenses at ECLB are due to narcotics and alcohol. Submitted for the minutes was a 10 year recap of police reports. 2014 had 101 reports written (not necessarily arrests)</li>\r\n	<li>Chief would like to continue to have “buy back” patrols in 2015 and to have funding in place before June for proactive presence at the beach. The Chief’s recommendation was to have an officer present from 11AM till 4PM on scheduled days (from buy back funding), so as not to double up coverage that is regularly scheduled after 2PM till 10PM, based on availability. He also recommended the board reach out to the 5<sup>th</sup> Precinct City Attorney for partnership in increasing awareness of repeat offenders. Further, to reach out to Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams for support.</li>\r\n	<li>Preceding the recommendation of the Hidden Beach task force, which will be provided to KIAA later in March, Jeanette Colby made a motion to authorize $5000 initially pending the recommendation of the committee (to be finalized March 17<sup>th</sup> at the rec center at 6:30, public welcome) and to be revisited at a later date in case extra funding is needed due to ideas that come from the task force. Josine Peters seconded. Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Larry Moran provided an update from the Community Advisory Committee meeting (Jody Strakosch is the neighborhood CAC representative), which occurs the last Tuesday of each month. Topics included Development Reviews, Community Works, and Design and Engineering. The primary issue was the SDEIS which will be delayed until late Spring or early summer, or later. This is important as SDEIS would speak to the environmental impact of co-location of freight and LRT in the Kenilworth Corridor with a single tunnel. Once complete, the public will have a 45 day period to comment.</li>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low provided an update on the 106 review (adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties). In December, KIAA sent a letter outlining concerns on this topic. MnDot agreed to expedite traffic studies to assess impact of project. It remains unclear what, if any, mitigation will be done to mitigate potential adverse impacts on historic properties. Motion carried unanimously for Kathy Low to send the letter regarding KIAA position on the channel. Motion also carried unanimously to authorize an additional $500 to pay the consultants PVN to help KIAA prepare a response letter to the most recent 106 consultation meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>Dr. Eric Larson, neighbor, addressed the board regarding the transportation of flammable liquids through the Kenilworth Corridor alongside SWLRT. He sent a letter to Fire Chief Fruetel asking him to explore the inherent danger of, and a plan to manage and mitigate the damage in the event of a spill or fire resulting from an ethanol train accident. Construction of the shallow tunnel will occur 12 feet from the freight rail track. Motion carried unanimously to endorse the letter.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn Smith made a motion to update, sign on behalf of KIAA, and send a letter to Senator Dibble recapping the discussion on outstanding questions on SWLRT from the last two meetings, to outline where information is needed and outstanding concerns that are not addressed. Seconded by Josine, carried unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Sculpture Garden Renovation – Josine Peters (minutes addendum)</h1>\r\n<strong>Statement:</strong>\r\n\r\nAs part of the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden renovation, the Walker Art Center will temporarily remove most sculptures. Many will be in storage, but others will be on short- or long-term loan to a number of Twin Cities institutions so that the public can still enjoy them during the construction project. The Walker is still in conversation with these potential partners and is identifying particular works for relocation. No official decisions have been made.\r\n\r\nOne thing we know for certain is that the Frank Gehry <em>Standing Fish</em> will be relocated from the Cowles Conservatory in order to reimagine that particular space. A formal announcement will be made in early 2015 announcing the relocation of specific artworks and their locations.\r\n\r\nMore information can be found on Minneapolisparks.org. Search under “current projects”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Carnival</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Motion carried unanimously to authorize $750 Kenwood Carnival.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> in front of the Kenwood Restaurant, 6-7:30. BeArtrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Food will be Red Wagon Pizza. New prospective board members are welcome. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Volunteers are Needed for Earth Day Cleanup.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meet on Saturday, April 25<sup>th</sup> at the Kenwood Rec Center. 9:30-noon. More info to come in April.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>February 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met February 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; 4 neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1>Lunch with Lisa on Feb 25<sup>th</sup> and the topic is TBD at the time of this meeting. There will be a communication shortly to provide interested residents the time, place and topic. The last lunch was well attended with a speaker from the Youth Homelessness Initiative.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There is a wrecking permit pulled for a residence at 2536 Upton S for a replacement house.</li>\r\n	<li>Property valuation notices for 2015 have been mailed to residents. If residents would like to have a review for equalization of their property value, it must be done at this time. If you believe your property is not correctly assessed, please refer to the City of Minneapolis website for instructions. You will need to pull your own comparative properties and submit an application for review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update, Section 106 Review (potential affects of SWLRT on historic properties) – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that the next SWLRT section 106 consultation meeting is 2/6. KIAA will attend the meeting along with the other consulting parties; SWLRT project staff, the State Historic Preservation Office, City of Minneapolis, the Park Board, CIDNA, and others. This meeting concerns solely the impact on the historical Kenilworth Channel crossing. Adverse effects on neighborhood historic properties from construction as well as operation of the trains and related traffic will continue to be the top focus of KIAA at future 106 meetings. Jeanette Colby motioned to approve $500 for the KIAA retained consultants Preservation Design Works to attend the meeting, Josine Peters seconded. The motion was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a follow up discussion led by Larry Moran regarding the need for specifics from the SW Project office for what to expect in 2015 on the project to be able to inform residents and how best to obtain that information. Suggestions that were made would be finalized after the meeting as a follow up but included contacting representatives to request their attention to any concerns that are not being addressed.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Larry Moran</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA task force is continuing to work on solutions for the 2015 beach season. The importance of continuity was stressed for a neighborhood strategy to address neighborhood concerns regarding the beach. If KIAA funds extra park police patrols in 2015, KIAA would work with funding recipients to align on how the money would be spent, and would look to include Chief Ohotto and Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams in the conversations. Jack Levi to follow up with Kathy Williams for an update from the task force on long term strategies and next steps.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> January 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 5, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Vice Chair Mike Bono called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; Dan Pennie, Anne Carayon, Dylan Thomas (SW Journal), Jean Deatrick (Hill and Lakes Press), Bruce Brunner, Donna Minter, Jody Strakosch\r\n\r\n7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman\r\n<h1><em> </em>Lunch with Lisa on Jan 28<sup>th</sup> will feature a Youth Homelessness speaker. RSVP to Lisa’s office is appreciated.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>SWLRT. There will be CIDNA, KIAA, Bryn Mawr, and Cedar Lake Park Association representation on committees regarding the W 21<sup>st</sup> St and Penn Ave stations. The city is seeking individuals with landscape architecture experience to serve on the committees and give input on environmental mitigation and remediation strategies.</li>\r\n	<li>A CIDNA homeowner described damage to homes on Sunset Blvd from the recent Met Council sewer reconstruction project. The Met Council and its contractor have not satisfactorily addressed the homeowners’ property damage claims according to the testimonial. Kathy Low brought forth a resolution for discussion, similar to one recently passed by CIDNA, requesting that the Met Council revise processes to resolve damage disputes and compensate property owners who suffer damage due to Met Council projects, especially in light of the proposed SWLRT construction. Discussion on how to engage state and city leadership is an issue that is common to neighborhoods at risk of damage by construction, for the agenda of a January 21<sup>st</sup> meeting. Kathy Low moved for approval of the resolution. Jeanette Colby seconded. Unanimously passed and final version was published to KIAA post-meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that on 1/7 the Park Board will vote on two resolutions – 1) request approval of funding to complete a study of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel for SWLRT 2) a letter to the FTA stating that input from the Park Board has not been duly considered (note: the Park Board subsequently voted to approve these motions in the 1/7 meeting). In the board’s materials for discussion is the KIAA Section 106 letter (which is in regard to the adverse effects of construction on historic districts or properties). This letter was approved between KIAA monthly meetings. There was a general discussion regarding upcoming opportunities for neighborhood input, potentially coordinating input with CIDNA and Cedar Lake Park Association, and the reliability of the funding for above mentioned mitigation strategies.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Property Resolution – Kathy Low</h1>\r\nHidden Beach Committee\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike Bono surfaced the discussion of the formation of a KIAA committee to proactively handle concerns for Hidden Beach. The committee chair description was developed by Chair Larry Moran prior to the meeting and was reviewed by the board members present. Angie Erdrich offered to get input on the draft description from Kathy Williams and the Hidden Beach committee she chairs currently.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nKIAA Annual Gathering\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The date of the Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. Preparations are underway and more details are to come. All neighbors are encouraged to join in the annual celebration of our neighborhood, and participate in the election of the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nRain Gardens\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich shared that 20 residents had applied for raingardens. A huge win for the</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>The Rain Garden grant is through Metro Blooms.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Addendum:</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The City of Minneapolis Public Works Department, after consultation with the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board, is working with a contractor to install a temporary diversion of the stormwater system from an outfall pipe in the Lagoon (between Lake of the Isles and Lake Calhoun) to the north shoreline of Lake Calhoun.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWork on the installation begain last week and is expected to be completed by January 16.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Mike Bono at 8:39 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<table width=\"640\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"9\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"4\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n&nbsp;','KIAA','','inherit','closed','closed','','1607-autosave','','','2017-12-13 11:44:56','2017-12-13 17:44:56','',1607,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/10/02/1607-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(186,1,'2011-09-14 13:32:11','2011-09-14 18:32:11','(scroll to the bottom of the page for <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-14','','','2011-09-14 13:32:11','2011-09-14 18:32:11','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/14/46-revision-14/',0,'revision','',0),(187,1,'2011-09-07 14:58:28','2011-09-07 19:58:28','<strong>Lake of Isles</strong> – [restoration report needs updating. Question for KIAA Board Members – do we need something else here? – Maybe a little history?]\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles.gif\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-77\" title=\"LoIsles\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles-300x293.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"293\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Tennis</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.supportthecourts.net\" target=\"_blank\">supportthecourts.net</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle.jpg\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-78\" title=\"kenwood_angle\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle-300x119.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"119\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake</strong> – [need new photos]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','RECREATION','','inherit','closed','closed','','22-revision-5','','','2011-09-07 14:58:28','2011-09-07 19:58:28','',22,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/22-revision-5/',0,'revision','',0),(188,1,'2011-09-14 14:00:37','2011-09-14 19:00:37','<strong>Lake of Isles</strong> – connected to Cedar Lake and Lake Calhoun. It is home to winter ice skating and hockey, as well as a New Year\'s Eve celebration featuring roasted marshmallows and hot chocolate. The lake has an area of 109 acres (0.4 km<sup>2</sup>), 2.86 miles (4.6 km) of shoreline, and a maximum depth of 31 feet (9 m).\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles.gif\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-77\" title=\"LoIsles\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles-300x293.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"293\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake</strong> – on the west side of Minneapolis, north of Lake Calhoun and west of Lake of the Isles. The lake is surrounded by parkland on the west side, while the east side borders the Kenwood residential area. The north side is bordered by the Cedar Lake Trail and the BNSF Railway. The lake has an area of 169 acres (0.26 sq mi) and a maximum depth of 51 feet (16 m).\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>Tennis</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.supportthecourts.net\" target=\"_blank\">supportthecourts.net</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle.jpg\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-78\" title=\"kenwood_angle\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle-300x119.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"119\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>Kenilworth Trail –</strong>\r\nThe Kenilworth Trail is a paved bicycle trail in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It runs nearly 1.5 miles (2.4 km) and acts as a connector between the Cedar Lake Trail in the north and the Midtown Greenway in the south.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Midtown Greenway –</strong>\r\nThis trail connects to the Southwest LRT Trail, which provides a direct connection to the suburbs of St. Louis Park, Hopkins, and beyond.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/midtown.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/midtown.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake Trail –</strong>\r\nAlso known as America’s first bicycle freeway, the Cedar Lake Trail is a 3.5 mile path connecting St Louis Park with Downtown and the Mississippi River.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake LRT Regional Trail –</strong>\r\nThis popular trail is a 10\'-wide, multi-use paved trail with a center line. It runs from downtown Minneapolis and connects to other popular bike and pedestrian trails in the city and western suburbs.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.threeriversparks.org/trails/cedar-lake-trail.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">www.threeriversparks.org/trails/cedar-lake-trail.aspx</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','RECREATION','','inherit','closed','closed','','22-revision-6','','','2011-09-14 14:00:37','2011-09-14 19:00:37','',22,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/14/22-revision-6/',0,'revision','',0),(189,1,'2011-09-14 14:02:22','2011-09-14 19:02:22','<strong>Lake of Isles</strong> – connected to Cedar Lake and Lake Calhoun. It is home to winter ice skating and hockey, as well as a New Year\'s Eve celebration featuring roasted marshmallows and hot chocolate. The lake has an area of 109 acres (0.4 km<sup>2</sup>), 2.86 miles (4.6 km) of shoreline, and a maximum depth of 31 feet (9 m).\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles.gif\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-77\" title=\"LoIsles\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles-300x293.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"293\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake</strong> – on the west side of Minneapolis, north of Lake Calhoun and west of Lake of the Isles. The lake is surrounded by parkland on the west side, while the east side borders the Kenwood residential area. The north side is bordered by the Cedar Lake Trail and the BNSF Railway. The lake has an area of 169 acres (0.26 sq mi) and a maximum depth of 51 feet (16 m).\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Tennis</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.supportthecourts.net\" target=\"_blank\">supportthecourts.net</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle.jpg\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-78\" title=\"kenwood_angle\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle-300x119.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"119\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenilworth Trail –</strong>\r\nThe Kenilworth Trail is a paved bicycle trail in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It runs nearly 1.5 miles (2.4 km) and acts as a connector between the Cedar Lake Trail in the north and the Midtown Greenway in the south.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Midtown Greenway –</strong>\r\nThis trail connects to the Southwest LRT Trail, which provides a direct connection to the suburbs of St. Louis Park, Hopkins, and beyond.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/midtown.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/midtown.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake Trail –</strong>\r\nAlso known as America’s first bicycle freeway, the Cedar Lake Trail is a 3.5 mile path connecting St Louis Park with Downtown and the Mississippi River.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake LRT Regional Trail –</strong>\r\nThis popular trail is a 10\'-wide, multi-use paved trail with a center line. It runs from downtown Minneapolis and connects to other popular bike and pedestrian trails in the city and western suburbs.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.threeriversparks.org/trails/cedar-lake-trail.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">www.threeriversparks.org/trails/cedar-lake-trail.aspx</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','RECREATION','','inherit','closed','closed','','22-revision-7','','','2011-09-14 14:02:22','2011-09-14 19:02:22','',22,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/14/22-revision-7/',0,'revision','',0),(190,1,'2011-09-14 14:07:20','2011-09-14 19:07:20','<strong>Lake of Isles</strong> – connected to Cedar Lake and Lake Calhoun. It is home to winter ice skating and hockey, as well as a New Year\'s Eve celebration featuring roasted marshmallows and hot chocolate. The lake has an area of 109 acres (0.4 km<sup>2</sup>), 2.86 miles (4.6 km) of shoreline, and a maximum depth of 31 feet (9 m).\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles.gif\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-77\" title=\"LoIsles\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles-300x293.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"293\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake</strong> – on the west side of Minneapolis, north of Lake Calhoun and west of Lake of the Isles. The lake is surrounded by parkland on the west side, while the east side borders the Kenwood residential area. The north side is bordered by the Cedar Lake Trail and the BNSF Railway. The lake has an area of 169 acres (0.26 sq mi) and a maximum depth of 51 feet (16 m).\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Tennis</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.supportthecourts.net\" target=\"_blank\">supportthecourts.net</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle.jpg\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-78\" title=\"kenwood_angle\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle-300x119.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"119\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>BICYCLE / PEDESTRIAN TRAILS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenilworth Trail –</strong>\r\nThe Kenilworth Trail is a paved bicycle trail in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It runs nearly 1.5 miles (2.4 km) and acts as a connector between the Cedar Lake Trail in the north and the Midtown Greenway in the south.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Midtown Greenway –</strong>\r\nThis trail connects to the Southwest LRT Trail, which provides a direct connection to the suburbs of St. Louis Park, Hopkins, and beyond.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/midtown.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/midtown.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake Trail –</strong>\r\nAlso known as America’s first bicycle freeway, the Cedar Lake Trail is a 3.5 mile path connecting St Louis Park with Downtown and the Mississippi River.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake LRT Regional Trail –</strong>\r\nThis popular trail is a 10\'-wide, multi-use paved trail with a center line. It runs from downtown Minneapolis and connects to other popular bike and pedestrian trails in the city and western suburbs.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.threeriversparks.org/trails/cedar-lake-trail.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">www.threeriversparks.org/trails/cedar-lake-trail.aspx</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','RECREATION','','inherit','closed','closed','','22-revision-8','','','2011-09-14 14:07:20','2011-09-14 19:07:20','',22,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/14/22-revision-8/',0,'revision','',0),(191,1,'2011-09-14 14:08:43','2011-09-14 19:08:43','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>Lake of Isles</strong> – connected to Cedar Lake and Lake Calhoun. It is home to winter ice skating and hockey, as well as a New Year\'s Eve celebration featuring roasted marshmallows and hot chocolate. The lake has an area of 109 acres (0.4 km<sup>2</sup>), 2.86 miles (4.6 km) of shoreline, and a maximum depth of 31 feet (9 m).\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles.gif\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-77\" title=\"LoIsles\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles-300x293.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"293\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake</strong> – on the west side of Minneapolis, north of Lake Calhoun and west of Lake of the Isles. The lake is surrounded by parkland on the west side, while the east side borders the Kenwood residential area. The north side is bordered by the Cedar Lake Trail and the BNSF Railway. The lake has an area of 169 acres (0.26 sq mi) and a maximum depth of 51 feet (16 m).\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Tennis</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.supportthecourts.net\" target=\"_blank\">supportthecourts.net</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle.jpg\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-78\" title=\"kenwood_angle\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle-300x119.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"119\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>BICYCLE / PEDESTRIAN TRAILS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenilworth Trail –</strong>\r\nThe Kenilworth Trail is a paved bicycle trail in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It runs nearly 1.5 miles (2.4 km) and acts as a connector between the Cedar Lake Trail in the north and the Midtown Greenway in the south.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Midtown Greenway –</strong>\r\nThis trail connects to the Southwest LRT Trail, which provides a direct connection to the suburbs of St. Louis Park, Hopkins, and beyond.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/midtown.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/midtown.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake Trail –</strong>\r\nAlso known as America’s first bicycle freeway, the Cedar Lake Trail is a 3.5 mile path connecting St Louis Park with Downtown and the Mississippi River.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake LRT Regional Trail –</strong>\r\nThis popular trail is a 10\'-wide, multi-use paved trail with a center line. It runs from downtown Minneapolis and connects to other popular bike and pedestrian trails in the city and western suburbs.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.threeriversparks.org/trails/cedar-lake-trail.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">www.threeriversparks.org/trails/cedar-lake-trail.aspx</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','RECREATION','','inherit','closed','closed','','22-revision-9','','','2011-09-14 14:08:43','2011-09-14 19:08:43','',22,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/14/22-revision-9/',0,'revision','',0),(194,1,'2011-09-13 18:22:24','2011-09-13 23:22:24','<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong>\r\n\r\nKenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglaryin early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remindeveryone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee\r\nis working with the Minneapolis Police Depart-\r\nment this year to increase the number of block\r\nleaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader\r\ntraining session in June. For more information\r\nabout the Lakes Area Crime and Safety\r\nCommittee or to be on our mailing list, please\r\nsend an email to lakes.area.safety@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, <strong><span style=\"color: #C4242A;\">KIAA</span></strong> Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-38','','','2011-09-13 18:22:24','2011-09-13 23:22:24','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/13/11-revision-38/',0,'revision','',0),(197,1,'2011-09-14 14:33:19','2011-09-14 19:33:19','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Board Meetings: open to the public, please come! </strong>Meetings are at the<strong> </strong>Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave, from 7 - 8:30 PM on the following dates for the 2011-2012 year:\r\n\r\nSeptember 12, October 3, November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2 and our Annual Meeting is on May 7.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>“Lunch with Lisa”: </strong>Lisa Goodman, our Minneapolis City Council Member, provides the opportunity to talk with her about what’s on your mind and hear an interesting speaker on a topic of interest to our community. Generally held at the University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10<sup>th</sup> St, from noon - 1 PM on the 4<sup>th</sup> Wednesday of the month, these meetings will resume on October 26<sup>th</sup> and are open to the public: get there early to buy a lunch and get a good seat! For dates and to be added to Lisa’s mailing list, visit  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ANNUAL EVENTS</strong><strong>: </strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> January </strong></span>Neighborhood ice skating party, Lake of the Isles skating rink<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> February </strong></span>City of Lakes Loppet cross country ski festival; visit <a href=\"http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.cityoflakesloppet.com</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> April</strong></span> Earth Day. Neighborhood volunteers pick up garbage bags at the Kenwood Recreation Center and help clean up the area.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>April</strong></span>  Kenwood Recreation Center Annual Spring Egg Hunt\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> May  </strong></span>Kenwood Carnival, Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave S; food &amp; fun for the entire family!  Visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> Summer </strong></span>Cromulent Shakespeare Company presents a performance in Kenwood Park. See:  <a href=\"http://www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html\" target=\"_blank\">www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>October</strong></span> Twin Cities Marathon; visit <a href=\"http://www.mtcmarathon.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mtcmarathon.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ONGOING: </strong>\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Walker Library</strong>,<strong> </strong>2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers, families, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call 630-6650 for details.\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> Recreation Center</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt classes offered by <strong>ARTrageous</strong>, 2121 W. 21<sup>st </sup>St; visit <a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net/\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>.\r\n\r\nAuthor reading series at <strong>Birchbark Books</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>.\r\n\r\nChamber concerts performed by the <strong>Isles Ensemble</strong> at the Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway; visit <a href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.islesensemble.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt exhibits and receptions at the <strong>Bockley Gallery</strong>, 2123 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>.\r\n\r\nSunday suppers and other programs at <strong>Kenwood Café</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwoodcafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwoodcafe.com</a>.\r\n\r\nYouth sports are handled by <strong>WESAC Sports</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.wesac.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.wesac.org</a>.\r\n\r\nEvents at the <strong>Walker Art Cente</strong>r, 1750 Hennepin Ave; visit <a href=\"http://www.walkerart.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.walkerart.org</a>.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> E-Mail News Group</strong>:  If you would like to receive a monthly update of news and events in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send an e-mail including your name, e-mail address, and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-13','','','2011-09-14 14:33:19','2011-09-14 19:33:19','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/14/16-revision-13/',0,'revision','',0),(198,1,'2011-09-14 10:43:36','2011-09-14 15:43:36','<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Newsletter </strong><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA.pdf\">(clikc here for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>\r\n</strong>','NEWS','','inherit','closed','closed','','24-revision-4','','','2011-09-14 10:43:36','2011-09-14 15:43:36','',24,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/14/24-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(586,2,'2012-12-31 12:12:10','2012-12-31 18:12:10','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis, including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams at <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a> and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday.  The remaining 2012-2013 meetings will be held on December 3<sup>rd</sup>, January 7<sup>th</sup>, February 4<sup>th</sup>, March 4<sup>th</sup>, April 1<sup>st</sup>, and May 6<sup>th</sup> (unless the annual meeting format is changed).','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-39','','','2012-12-31 12:12:10','2012-12-31 18:12:10','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/12/31/240-revision-39/',0,'revision','',0),(199,1,'2011-09-14 14:41:55','2011-09-14 19:41:55','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our <a title=\"Home Page\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/12/home/\">HOME</a> page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Newsletter </strong><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA.pdf\">(clikc here for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>\r\n</strong><strong></strong>','NEWS','','inherit','closed','closed','','24-revision-5','','','2011-09-14 14:41:55','2011-09-14 19:41:55','',24,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/14/24-revision-5/',0,'revision','',0),(200,1,'2011-09-14 14:13:15','2011-09-14 19:13:15','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong>\r\n\r\nKenwood has only had one reported crime since January 1st. There was a home burglary in early February. Because crime increases as the weather gets warmer, we want to remind everyone to take the following steps to help prevent thefts in the neighborhood:\r\n\r\n• Do not leave anything of value unattended or unsecured in your home or yard.\r\n• Remember to lock bikes to something stationary in your garage or yard.\r\n• Keep your property well-lit at night.\r\n• Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.\r\n• Call 911 to report any suspicious activity.\r\n\r\nThe Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee is working with the Minneapolis Police Department this year to increase the number of block leaders in Kenwood. We will hold a block leader training session in June. For more information about the Lakes Area Crime and Safety Committee or to be on our mailing list, please send an email to <a href=\"mailto:lakes.area.safety@gmail.com\">lakes.area.safety@gmail.com</a>.\r\n\r\nJordan Hart, Chair, <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Crime &amp; Safety Committee<strong></strong>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-39','','','2011-09-14 14:13:15','2011-09-14 19:13:15','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/14/11-revision-39/',0,'revision','',0),(205,1,'2011-09-14 14:09:34','2011-09-14 19:09:34','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Lake of Isles</strong> – connected to Cedar Lake and Lake Calhoun. It is home to winter ice skating and hockey, as well as a New Year\'s Eve celebration featuring roasted marshmallows and hot chocolate. The lake has an area of 109 acres (0.4 km<sup>2</sup>), 2.86 miles (4.6 km) of shoreline, and a maximum depth of 31 feet (9 m).\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles.gif\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-77\" title=\"LoIsles\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles-300x293.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"293\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake</strong> – on the west side of Minneapolis, north of Lake Calhoun and west of Lake of the Isles. The lake is surrounded by parkland on the west side, while the east side borders the Kenwood residential area. The north side is bordered by the Cedar Lake Trail and the BNSF Railway. The lake has an area of 169 acres (0.26 sq mi) and a maximum depth of 51 feet (16 m).\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Tennis</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.supportthecourts.net\" target=\"_blank\">supportthecourts.net</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle.jpg\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-78\" title=\"kenwood_angle\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle-300x119.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"119\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>BICYCLE / PEDESTRIAN TRAILS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenilworth Trail –</strong>\r\nThe Kenilworth Trail is a paved bicycle trail in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It runs nearly 1.5 miles (2.4 km) and acts as a connector between the Cedar Lake Trail in the north and the Midtown Greenway in the south.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Midtown Greenway –</strong>\r\nThis trail connects to the Southwest LRT Trail, which provides a direct connection to the suburbs of St. Louis Park, Hopkins, and beyond.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/midtown.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/midtown.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake Trail –</strong>\r\nAlso known as America’s first bicycle freeway, the Cedar Lake Trail is a 3.5 mile path connecting St Louis Park with Downtown and the Mississippi River.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake LRT Regional Trail –</strong>\r\nThis popular trail is a 10\'-wide, multi-use paved trail with a center line. It runs from downtown Minneapolis and connects to other popular bike and pedestrian trails in the city and western suburbs.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.threeriversparks.org/trails/cedar-lake-trail.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">www.threeriversparks.org/trails/cedar-lake-trail.aspx</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','RECREATION','','inherit','closed','closed','','22-revision-10','','','2011-09-14 14:09:34','2011-09-14 19:09:34','',22,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/14/22-revision-10/',0,'revision','',0),(206,1,'2011-09-07 15:19:38','2011-09-07 20:19:38','<strong>NRP</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.nrp.org/\">www.nrp.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Minneapolis</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Hennepin County</strong> – <a href=\"http://co.hennepin.mn.us\">http://co.hennepin.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>State Government</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.state.mn.us/portal/mn/jsp/home.do?agency=NorthStar\">www.state.mn.us</a>','GOVERNMENT','','inherit','closed','closed','','26-revision-4','','','2011-09-07 15:19:38','2011-09-07 20:19:38','',26,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/07/26-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(207,1,'2011-10-16 14:19:52','2011-10-16 19:19:52','<strong>NRP (Neighborhood Revitalization Program)</strong> – For more information regarding <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong><strong>KIAA\'s</strong></strong></span> NRP Phase I and Phase II Action Plans, visit\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.nrp.org/\">www.nrp.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Mayor, R.T. Rybak</strong>\r\nRoom 331, City Hall\r\n350 S. 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n(612) 673-2100\r\n<a title=\"rt@minneapolis.org\" href=\"mailto:rt@minneapolis.org\">rt@minneapolis.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Ward 7 Minneapolis City Council Member, Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\nRoom 307, City Hall\r\n350 S. 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n(612) 673-2207\r\n<a href=\"mailto:lisa.goodman@ minneapolismn.gov\">lisa.goodman@ minneapolismn.gov</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>District 4 Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioner, Anita Tabb</strong>\r\n2117 West River Road, Minneapolis, MN 55411\r\n(612) 230-6443 Ext. 4\r\n<a href=\"mailto:atabb@mineapolisparks.org\">atabb@mineapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Minneapolis Parks:</strong> <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hennepin County</strong> – <a href=\"http://co.hennepin.mn.us\">http://co.hennepin.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Third District Hennepin County Commissioner, Gail Dorfman</strong>\r\nA-2400 Government Center\r\n300 S. 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55487-0240\r\n(612) 348-7883\r\n<a href=\"mailto:gail.dorfman@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">gail.dorfman@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Hennepin County Libraries:</strong> <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>State Government</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.state.mn.us/portal/mn/jsp/home.do?agency=NorthStar\">www.state.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>District 60 State Senator, Scott Dibble</strong>\r\nRoom 111, Capitol Building\r\n75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd,St. Paul, MN 55155-1606\r\n(651) 296-4191\r\n<a href=\"mailto:sen.scott.dibble@senate.mn \" target=\"_blank\">sen.scott.dibble@senate.mn </a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;','GOVERNMENT','','inherit','closed','closed','','26-revision-5','','','2011-10-16 14:19:52','2011-10-16 19:19:52','',26,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/10/16/26-revision-5/',0,'revision','',0),(208,1,'2011-10-16 14:21:24','2011-10-16 19:21:24','<strong>NRP (Neighborhood Revitalization Program)</strong> – For more information regarding <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong><strong>KIAA\'s</strong></strong></span> NRP Phase I and Phase II Action Plans, visit: <a href=\"http://www.nrp.org/\">www.nrp.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Mayor, R.T. Rybak</strong>\r\nRoom 331, City Hall\r\n350 S. 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n(612) 673-2100\r\n<a title=\"rt@minneapolis.org\" href=\"mailto:rt@minneapolis.org\">rt@minneapolis.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Ward 7 Minneapolis City Council Member, Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\nRoom 307, City Hall\r\n350 S. 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n(612) 673-2207\r\n<a href=\"mailto:lisa.goodman@ minneapolismn.gov\">lisa.goodman@ minneapolismn.gov</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>District 4 Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioner, Anita Tabb</strong>\r\n2117 West River Road, Minneapolis, MN 55411\r\n(612) 230-6443 Ext. 4\r\n<a href=\"mailto:atabb@mineapolisparks.org\">atabb@mineapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Minneapolis Parks:</strong> <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hennepin County</strong> – <a href=\"http://co.hennepin.mn.us\">http://co.hennepin.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Third District Hennepin County Commissioner, Gail Dorfman</strong>\r\nA-2400 Government Center\r\n300 S. 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55487-0240\r\n(612) 348-7883\r\n<a href=\"mailto:gail.dorfman@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">gail.dorfman@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Hennepin County Libraries:</strong> <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>State Government</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.state.mn.us/portal/mn/jsp/home.do?agency=NorthStar\">www.state.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>District 60 State Senator, Scott Dibble</strong>\r\nRoom 111, Capitol Building\r\n75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd,St. Paul, MN 55155-1606\r\n(651) 296-4191\r\n<a href=\"mailto:sen.scott.dibble@senate.mn \" target=\"_blank\">sen.scott.dibble@senate.mn </a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;','GOVERNMENT','','inherit','closed','closed','','26-revision-6','','','2011-10-16 14:21:24','2011-10-16 19:21:24','',26,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/10/16/26-revision-6/',0,'revision','',0),(209,1,'2011-10-16 14:23:41','2011-10-16 19:23:41','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>NRP (Neighborhood Revitalization Program)</strong> – For more information regarding <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong><strong>KIAA\'s</strong></strong></span> NRP Phase I and Phase II Action Plans, visit: <a href=\"http://www.nrp.org/\">www.nrp.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Mayor, R.T. Rybak</strong>\r\nRoom 331, City Hall\r\n350 S. 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n(612) 673-2100\r\n<a title=\"rt@minneapolis.org\" href=\"mailto:rt@minneapolis.org\">rt@minneapolis.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Ward 7 Minneapolis City Council Member, Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\nRoom 307, City Hall\r\n350 S. 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n(612) 673-2207\r\n<a href=\"mailto:lisa.goodman@ minneapolismn.gov\">lisa.goodman@ minneapolismn.gov</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>District 4 Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioner, Anita Tabb</strong>\r\n2117 West River Road, Minneapolis, MN 55411\r\n(612) 230-6443 Ext. 4\r\n<a href=\"mailto:atabb@mineapolisparks.org\">atabb@mineapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Minneapolis Parks:</strong> <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hennepin County</strong> – <a href=\"http://co.hennepin.mn.us\">http://co.hennepin.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Third District Hennepin County Commissioner, Gail Dorfman</strong>\r\nA-2400 Government Center\r\n300 S. 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55487-0240\r\n(612) 348-7883\r\n<a href=\"mailto:gail.dorfman@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">gail.dorfman@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Hennepin County Libraries:</strong> <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>State Government</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.state.mn.us/portal/mn/jsp/home.do?agency=NorthStar\">www.state.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>District 60 State Senator, Scott Dibble</strong>\r\nRoom 111, Capitol Building\r\n75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd,St. Paul, MN 55155-1606\r\n(651) 296-4191\r\n<a href=\"mailto:sen.scott.dibble@senate.mn \" target=\"_blank\">sen.scott.dibble@senate.mn </a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;','GOVERNMENT','','inherit','closed','closed','','26-revision-7','','','2011-10-16 14:23:41','2011-10-16 19:23:41','',26,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/10/16/26-revision-7/',0,'revision','',0),(1261,2,'2015-09-24 15:21:49','2015-09-24 20:21:49','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2015 meetings will be held on July 6, September 14, October 5, November 2, and December 7.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-132','','','2015-09-24 15:21:49','2015-09-24 20:21:49','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/09/24/240-revision-132/',0,'revision','',0),(1266,2,'2015-10-19 13:29:53','2015-10-19 18:29:53','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2015 meetings will be held on July 6, September 14, October 5, November 2, and December 7.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-133','','','2015-10-19 13:29:53','2015-10-19 18:29:53','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/10/19/240-revision-133/',0,'revision','',0),(1268,2,'2015-10-19 13:34:21','2015-10-19 18:34:21','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2015 meetings will be held on July 6, September 14, October 5, November 2, and December 7.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-134','','','2015-10-19 13:34:21','2015-10-19 18:34:21','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/10/19/240-revision-134/',0,'revision','',0),(883,2,'2014-04-13 20:05:18','2014-04-14 01:05:18','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-87','','','2014-04-13 20:05:18','2014-04-14 01:05:18','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/04/13/240-revision-87/',0,'revision','',0),(884,2,'2014-04-13 20:11:10','2014-04-14 01:11:10','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-88','','','2014-04-13 20:11:10','2014-04-14 01:11:10','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/04/13/240-revision-88/',0,'revision','',0),(888,2,'2014-04-13 20:11:14','2014-04-14 01:11:14','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-89','','','2014-04-13 20:11:14','2014-04-14 01:11:14','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/04/13/240-revision-89/',0,'revision','',0),(890,2,'2014-04-21 13:39:12','2014-04-21 18:39:12','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-90','','','2014-04-21 13:39:12','2014-04-21 18:39:12','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/04/21/240-revision-90/',0,'revision','',0),(891,2,'2014-04-21 13:52:14','2014-04-21 18:52:14','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-91','','','2014-04-21 13:52:14','2014-04-21 18:52:14','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/04/21/240-revision-91/',0,'revision','',0),(899,2,'2014-05-03 20:13:45','2014-05-04 01:13:45','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-93','','','2014-05-03 20:13:45','2014-05-04 01:13:45','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/05/03/240-revision-93/',0,'revision','',0),(895,2,'2014-04-21 13:52:20','2014-04-21 18:52:20','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-92','','','2014-04-21 13:52:20','2014-04-21 18:52:20','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/04/21/240-revision-92/',0,'revision','',0),(228,1,'2011-10-03 14:20:00','2011-10-03 19:20:00','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood History</strong> [replace with the page from our Welcome Kit (more up-to-date)]\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> has a Crime &amp; Safety Committee to promote safety in our neighborhood, chaired by Mark Johnson.  Committee goals include educating residents about safety issues, recruiting block leaders, and maintaining communications with the Minneapolis Police Department and the 5th Police Precinct’s civilian Crime Prevention Specialist.\r\n\r\nFor detailed information regarding crime prevention, graffiti removal, unwanted solicitations, and other safety tips, visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police</a>.\r\n\r\nThe Kenwood neighborhood is assigned to the 5th Precinct of the Minneapolis Police Department.  If you want to receive the Precinct’s quarterly e-newsletter, please subscribe at the bottom of: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>.\r\n\r\nWanted: Block Club Leaders! – Block clubs provide a way for neighbors to know one another, increase awareness, and decrease opportunities for crimes to occur.  Want to become a block club leader?  Please contact Chelsea Adams, our 5th Precinct Crime Prevention Specialist, at: <a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> publishes a monthly e-newsletter for Kenwood residents, including up-to-date crime information along with other news and events.  Special crime alert bulletins are also distributed when needed.  To be added to our resident email distribution list, send your email address to Kathy Williams, KIAA’s Communication Committee Chair: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>.\r\n\r\nNational Night Out (NNO) is an annual nationwide crime prevention event held in early August.  Residents participate in outdoor block parties and get to know their neighbors.  The event also promotes positive community-police partnerships in the context of a fun summer evening with family, neighbors, and friends.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">###</span></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">When to call 911</span></strong>\r\n<strong>A MESSAGE FROM A MPD CRIME PREVENTION SPECIALIST</strong>\r\n\r\nMany citizens observe suspicious activities or hear something that doesn’t seem right.  We think briefly about phoning 911, but often decide not to.  Below is a list of thoughts and facts about calling 911 that hopefully will demonstrate why we need to revise our thinking.\r\n\r\n1.) Thought:  Maybe this isn’t an emergency; is calling 911 appropriate?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> 911 is the only number in Minneapolis you can call to get a police, fire or ambulance response (examples: loud music or parties; gunshot sounds; alarms or glass being broken; unfamiliar person carrying valuable items down an alley or from a neighbor’s house; someone shouting “help”, “fire”, or “rape”; car driving slowly down the alley with its lights off; a person peering into parked cars, garages, or house windows).\r\n\r\n2.) Thought:  Will the perpetrator/s retaliate against me?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> Officers do not identify any 911 caller when stopping or talking to a suspicious person. You may also tell the 911 operator you want to remain anonymous. In cases of misdemeanor crime, the police might need to call you and have you verify the person and what you saw. Your anonymity can still be kept.\r\n\r\n3.) Thought:  By the time the police arrive, the suspicious person/s or vehicle will be gone.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> A caller to 911 is most helpful if able to describe the person/s, vehicle/s, and direction of travel (if moving). A 911 dispatcher can send messages to an officer’s in-squad-car computer.  If the suspicious person/s or vehicles are spotted at a later time, a good description provides the officer with enough probable cause to stop and identify the person or vehicle.\r\n\r\n4.) Thought:  I don’t want to get involved; maybe someone else will call.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> In order to have safer streets and communities, everyone needs to help.  Call 911 whenever you witness illegal or suspicious behavior/activity. The police need the community’s eyes and ears.  Without citizen help, our Minneapolis police have a much harder time enforcing the laws and stopping criminal behavior.\r\n\r\n<strong>Chelsea Adams</strong>\r\nCrime Prevention Specialist\r\nMinneapolis Police Department, 5th Precinct\r\n3101 Nicollet Ave S,\r\nMinneapolis, MN  55408\r\n<a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>\r\n(612) 673-2819\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-40','','','2011-10-03 14:20:00','2011-10-03 19:20:00','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/10/03/11-revision-40/',0,'revision','',0),(233,2,'2017-09-15 14:04:17','2017-09-15 19:04:17','<strong>By U.S. mail:</strong>\n\nKenwood Isles Area Association\n<h4>PO Box 3660</h4>\n<h4>Minneapolis, MN 55403</h4>\n&nbsp;\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>By phone or email:</strong>\n\nShawn Smith\n\n612\n\nssmith288@me.com\n\nOr, you may contact any of the KIAA Board of Directors at their email address shown under the “<a title=\"KIAA\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/kiaa/\">KIAA Listing of Board Members</a>” section of this website','CONTACT US','','inherit','closed','closed','','50-autosave','','','2017-09-15 14:04:17','2017-09-15 19:04:17','',50,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/11/16/50-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(234,1,'2011-08-31 18:28:01','2011-08-31 18:28:01','','CONTACT US','','inherit','closed','closed','','50-revision-2','','','2011-08-31 18:28:01','2011-08-31 18:28:01','',50,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/31/50-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(235,1,'2011-11-16 11:22:19','2011-11-16 17:22:19','<h4>Contact information\r\n\r\n<strong>By U.S. mail:</strong>\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association</h4>\r\n<h4>PO Box 3660</h4>\r\n<h4>Minneapolis, MN 55403\r\n\r\n<strong>By phone or email:</strong>\r\n\r\nLarry Moran\r\n612-377-6483\r\n<a href=\"mailto:debbielarry@comcast.net\">debbielarry@comcast.net</a>\r\n\r\nOr, you may contact any of the KIAA Board of Directors at their email address shown under the “<a title=\"KIAA\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/kiaa/\">KIAA Listing of Board Members</a>” section of this website</h4>','CONTACT US','','inherit','closed','closed','','50-revision-3','','','2011-11-16 11:22:19','2011-11-16 17:22:19','',50,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/11/16/50-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(236,1,'2011-11-16 11:24:06','2011-11-16 17:24:06','<strong>By U.S. mail:</strong>\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association</h4>\r\n<h4>PO Box 3660</h4>\r\n<h4>Minneapolis, MN 55403\r\n\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; 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height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Mayor, R.T. Rybak</strong>\r\nRoom 331, City Hall\r\n350 S. 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n(612) 673-2100\r\n<a title=\"rt@minneapolis.org\" href=\"mailto:rt@minneapolis.org\">rt@minneapolis.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Ward 7 Minneapolis City Council Member, Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\nRoom 307, City Hall\r\n350 S. 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n(612) 673-2207\r\n<a href=\"mailto:lisa.goodman@ minneapolismn.gov\">lisa.goodman@ minneapolismn.gov</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>District 4 Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioner, Anita Tabb</strong>\r\n2117 West River Road, Minneapolis, MN 55411\r\n(612) 230-6443 Ext. 4\r\n<a href=\"mailto:atabb@mineapolisparks.org\">atabb@mineapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Minneapolis Parks:</strong> <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hennepin County</strong> – <a href=\"http://co.hennepin.mn.us\">http://co.hennepin.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Third District Hennepin County Commissioner, Gail Dorfman</strong>\r\nA-2400 Government Center\r\n300 S. 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55487-0240\r\n(612) 348-7883\r\n<a href=\"mailto:gail.dorfman@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">gail.dorfman@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Hennepin County Libraries:</strong> <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>State Government</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.state.mn.us/portal/mn/jsp/home.do?agency=NorthStar\">www.state.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>District 60 State Senator, Scott Dibble</strong>\r\nRoom 111, Capitol Building\r\n75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd,St. Paul, MN 55155-1606\r\n(651) 296-4191\r\n<a href=\"mailto:sen.scott.dibble@senate.mn \" target=\"_blank\">sen.scott.dibble@senate.mn </a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;','GOVERNMENT','','inherit','closed','closed','','26-revision-8','','','2011-10-16 14:24:13','2011-10-16 19:24:13','',26,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/10/16/26-revision-8/',0,'revision','',0),(240,1,'2017-12-13 11:31:55','2017-12-13 17:31:55','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday.\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.\r\n\r\n<strong>Next KIAA meeting is on Monday January 8th, 2018.  The meeting is on the 8th due to New Year\'s Day being on Monday January 1st.</strong>','Welcome','','publish','closed','closed','','welcome','','','2017-12-13 11:31:20','2017-12-13 17:31:20','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?p=240',0,'post','',0),(904,2,'2014-05-04 09:22:28','2014-05-04 14:22:28','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-94','','','2014-05-04 09:22:28','2014-05-04 14:22:28','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/05/04/240-revision-94/',0,'revision','',0),(241,1,'2011-11-16 13:35:50','2011-11-16 19:35:50','Welcom to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota just south of the downtown area.\n\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis (see below for the latest edition), including:\nCrime alerts\nSpecial events\nImportant neighborhood meetings\nUpdates on neighborhood projects\nKIAA Board meeting agendas\nKIAA Board meeting minutes\n\nIf your answer is “Yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the KIAA Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list.\n\nSending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\n\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly KIAA Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave.  The meeting dates for the remainder of our 2011/2012 fiscal year are: November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2, and May 7','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision','','','2011-11-16 13:35:50','2011-11-16 19:35:50','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/11/16/240-revision/',0,'revision','',0),(242,2,'2017-12-13 11:30:01','2017-12-13 17:30:01','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\n\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday.\n\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.\n\n<strong>Next KIAA meeting is on Monday January 8th, 2018.  The meeting is on the 8th due to New Year\'s Day being on Monday January 1st.</strong>','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-autosave','','','2017-12-13 11:30:01','2017-12-13 17:30:01','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/11/16/240-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(243,1,'2011-09-14 14:42:22','2011-09-14 19:42:22','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our <a title=\"Home Page\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/12/home/\">HOME</a> page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Newsletter </strong><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA.pdf\">(click here for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>\r\n</strong><strong></strong>','NEWS','','inherit','closed','closed','','24-revision-6','','','2011-09-14 14:42:22','2011-09-14 19:42:22','',24,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/14/24-revision-6/',0,'revision','',0),(244,1,'2011-11-16 13:35:55','2011-11-16 19:35:55','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota just south of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis (see below for the latest edition), including:\r\nCrime alerts\r\nSpecial events\r\nImportant neighborhood meetings\r\nUpdates on neighborhood projects\r\nKIAA Board meeting agendas\r\nKIAA Board meeting minutes\r\n\r\nIf your answer is “Yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the KIAA Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list.\r\n\r\nSending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly KIAA Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave.  The meeting dates for the remainder of our 2011/2012 fiscal year are: November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2, and May 7','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-2','','','2011-11-16 13:35:55','2011-11-16 19:35:55','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/11/16/240-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(245,1,'2011-11-16 13:43:40','2011-11-16 19:43:40','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> <strong>) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota just south of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis (see below for the latest edition), including:\r\n\r\nCrime alerts\r\nSpecial events\r\nImportant neighborhood meetings\r\nUpdates on neighborhood projects\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> <strong> Board meeting agendas\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> <strong> Board meeting minutes\r\n\r\nIf your answer is “Yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> <strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list.\r\n\r\nSending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> <strong> Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave.  The meeting dates for the remainder of our 2011/2012 fiscal year are: November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2, and May 7','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-3','','','2011-11-16 13:43:40','2011-11-16 19:43:40','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/11/16/240-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(250,1,'2011-10-16 13:50:23','2011-10-16 18:50:23','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Lake of Isles</strong> – connected to Cedar Lake and Lake Calhoun. It is home to winter ice skating and hockey, as well as a New Year\'s Eve celebration featuring roasted marshmallows and hot chocolate. The lake has an area of 109 acres (0.4 km<sup>2</sup>), 2.86 miles (4.6 km) of shoreline, and a maximum depth of 31 feet (9 m).\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles.gif\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-77\" title=\"LoIsles\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles-300x293.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"293\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake</strong> – on the west side of Minneapolis, north of Lake Calhoun and west of Lake of the Isles. The lake is surrounded by parkland on the west side, while the east side borders the Kenwood residential area. The north side is bordered by the Cedar Lake Trail and the BNSF Railway. The lake has an area of 169 acres (0.26 sq mi) and a maximum depth of 51 feet (16 m).\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Tennis</strong> – Kenwood Park is home to six tennis courts, the largest bank of tennis courts in the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board (MPRB) system. The courts were reconstructed in 2007 as a result of a unique partnership between the MPRB, the United States Tennis Association (USTA), and Support the Courts Foundation (which conducted the fundraising effort for the project).\r\n\r\nPlay on the Kenwood courts is free and open to the public, on a first-come, first-served basis; there are no reservations. Players are asked to limit their playing time to one hour, as a courtesy to others who may be waiting for a court. Summer lessons are offered by the MPRB and The InnerCity Tennis Program.\r\n\r\nTremendous thanks to the Kenwood &amp; Lowry Hill Neighborhood Associations and the generosity of hundreds of individual donors and volunteers who contributed to this project. Support the Courts Foundation continues to work raising funds to rebuild courts in other Minneapolis neighborhoods, using Kenwood as a blueprint. As of Summer 2011, Support the Courts Foundation has reconstructed 25 tennis courts in Kenwood, Webber, Pershing, Powderhorn &amp; Lake Hiawatha Parks.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.supportthecourts.net\" target=\"_blank\">supportthecourts.net</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle.jpg\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-78\" title=\"kenwood_angle\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle-300x119.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"119\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>BICYCLE / PEDESTRIAN TRAILS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenilworth Trail –</strong>\r\nThe Kenilworth Trail is a paved bicycle trail in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It runs nearly 1.5 miles (2.4 km) and acts as a connector between the Cedar Lake Trail in the north and the Midtown Greenway in the south.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Midtown Greenway –</strong>\r\nThis trail connects to the Southwest LRT Trail, which provides a direct connection to the suburbs of St. Louis Park, Hopkins, and beyond.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/midtown.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/midtown.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake Trail –</strong>\r\nAlso known as America’s first bicycle freeway, the Cedar Lake Trail is a 3.5 mile path connecting St Louis Park with Downtown and the Mississippi River.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake LRT Regional Trail –</strong>\r\nThis popular trail is a 10\'-wide, multi-use paved trail with a center line. It runs from downtown Minneapolis and connects to other popular bike and pedestrian trails in the city and western suburbs.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.threeriversparks.org/trails/cedar-lake-trail.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">www.threeriversparks.org/trails/cedar-lake-trail.aspx</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','RECREATION','','inherit','closed','closed','','22-revision-11','','','2011-10-16 13:50:23','2011-10-16 18:50:23','',22,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/10/16/22-revision-11/',0,'revision','',0),(251,1,'2011-11-16 14:11:58','2011-11-16 20:11:58','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Lake of Isles</strong> – connected to Cedar Lake and Lake Calhoun by canals. LOI is excellent for canoeing and is home to winter ice skating and hockey. A walking path and one-way cycling path are located along the 2.9 mile shoreline.  For more information on LOI and the off-leash dog park located near its south shore, click on:  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=258\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=258</a>.\r\n\r\nFor information on the canoe racks, click on:                            <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=26#canoe\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=26#canoe</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles.gif\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-77\" title=\"LoIsles\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles-300x293.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"293\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake</strong> – located west of Lake of the Isles. The lake has 3 sandy beaches: Cedar Point, Cedar South, and East Cedar.  For more information on Cedar Lake, click on:  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=261\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=261</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Tennis</strong> – Kenwood Park is home to six tennis courts, the largest bank of tennis courts in the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board (MPRB) system. The courts were reconstructed in 2007 as a result of a unique partnership between the MPRB, the United States Tennis Association (USTA), and Support the Courts Foundation (which conducted the fundraising effort for the project).\r\n\r\nPlay on the Kenwood courts is free and open to the public, on a first-come, first-served basis; there are no reservations. Players are asked to limit their playing time to one hour, as a courtesy to others who may be waiting for a court. Summer lessons are offered by the MPRB and The InnerCity Tennis Program. For more MPRB tennis information, go to:   <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=776\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=776</a>.                                                              For more InnerCity Tennis information, go to: <a href=\"http://www.innercitytennis.org\">www.innercitytennis.org</a>\r\n\r\nTremendous thanks to the Kenwood &amp; Lowry Hill Neighborhood Associations and the generosity of hundreds of individual donors and volunteers who contributed to this project. Support the Courts Foundation continues to work raising funds to rebuild courts in other Minneapolis neighborhoods, using Kenwood as a blueprint. As of Summer 2011, Support the Courts Foundation has reconstructed 25 tennis courts in Kenwood, Webber, Pershing, Powderhorn &amp; Lake Hiawatha Parks.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.supportthecourts.net\" target=\"_blank\">supportthecourts.net</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle.jpg\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-78\" title=\"kenwood_angle\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle-300x119.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"119\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>BICYCLE / PEDESTRIAN TRAILS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenilworth Trail –</strong>\r\nThe Kenilworth Trail is a paved bicycle trail in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It runs nearly 1.5 miles (2.4 km) and acts as a connector between the Cedar Lake Trail in the north and the Midtown Greenway in the south.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Midtown Greenway –</strong>\r\nThis trail connects to the Southwest LRT Trail, which provides a direct connection to the suburbs of St. Louis Park, Hopkins, and beyond.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/midtown.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/midtown.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake Trail –</strong>\r\nAlso known as America’s first bicycle freeway, the Cedar Lake Trail is a 3.5 mile path connecting St Louis Park with Downtown and the Mississippi River.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake LRT Regional Trail –</strong>\r\nThis popular trail is a 10\'-wide, multi-use paved trail with a center line. It runs from downtown Minneapolis and connects to other popular bike and pedestrian trails in the city and western suburbs.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.threeriversparks.org/trails/cedar-lake-trail.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">www.threeriversparks.org/trails/cedar-lake-trail.aspx</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>Kenwood Recreation Center/Kenwood Park</strong> – located at 2101 W. Franklin Ave. For more information on the activities offered and the amenities available:\r\nAt the Rec center, click on:                           <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=88&amp;parkid=159\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=88&amp;parkid=159</a>\r\nAt the Park, click on:                                       <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=177\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=177</a>','RECREATION','','inherit','closed','closed','','22-revision-12','','','2011-11-16 14:11:58','2011-11-16 20:11:58','',22,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/11/16/22-revision-12/',0,'revision','',0),(252,1,'2011-11-16 14:13:18','2011-11-16 20:13:18','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Lake of Isles</strong> – connected to Cedar Lake and Lake Calhoun by canals. LOI is excellent for canoeing and is home to winter ice skating and hockey. A walking path and one-way cycling path are located along the 2.9 mile shoreline.  For more information on LOI and the off-leash dog park located near its south shore, click on:  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=258\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=258</a>\r\n\r\nFor information on the canoe racks, click on:                            <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=26#canoe\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=26#canoe</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles.gif\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-77\" title=\"LoIsles\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles-300x293.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"293\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake</strong> – located west of Lake of the Isles. The lake has 3 sandy beaches: Cedar Point, Cedar South, and East Cedar.  For more information on Cedar Lake, click on:  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=261\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=261</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Tennis</strong> – Kenwood Park is home to six tennis courts, the largest bank of tennis courts in the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board (MPRB) system. The courts were reconstructed in 2007 as a result of a unique partnership between the MPRB, the United States Tennis Association (USTA), and Support the Courts Foundation (which conducted the fundraising effort for the project).\r\n\r\nPlay on the Kenwood courts is free and open to the public, on a first-come, first-served basis; there are no reservations. Players are asked to limit their playing time to one hour, as a courtesy to others who may be waiting for a court. Summer lessons are offered by the MPRB and The InnerCity Tennis Program. For more MPRB tennis information, go to:   <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=776\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=776</a>.                                                              For more InnerCity Tennis information, go to: <a href=\"http://www.innercitytennis.org\">www.innercitytennis.org</a>\r\n\r\nTremendous thanks to the Kenwood &amp; Lowry Hill Neighborhood Associations and the generosity of hundreds of individual donors and volunteers who contributed to this project. Support the Courts Foundation continues to work raising funds to rebuild courts in other Minneapolis neighborhoods, using Kenwood as a blueprint. As of Summer 2011, Support the Courts Foundation has reconstructed 25 tennis courts in Kenwood, Webber, Pershing, Powderhorn &amp; Lake Hiawatha Parks.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.supportthecourts.net\" target=\"_blank\">supportthecourts.net</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle.jpg\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-78\" title=\"kenwood_angle\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle-300x119.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"119\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>BICYCLE / PEDESTRIAN TRAILS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenilworth Trail –</strong>\r\nThe Kenilworth Trail is a paved bicycle trail in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It runs nearly 1.5 miles (2.4 km) and acts as a connector between the Cedar Lake Trail in the north and the Midtown Greenway in the south.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Midtown Greenway –</strong>\r\nThis trail connects to the Southwest LRT Trail, which provides a direct connection to the suburbs of St. Louis Park, Hopkins, and beyond.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/midtown.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/midtown.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake Trail –</strong>\r\nAlso known as America’s first bicycle freeway, the Cedar Lake Trail is a 3.5 mile path connecting St Louis Park with Downtown and the Mississippi River.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake LRT Regional Trail –</strong>\r\nThis popular trail is a 10\'-wide, multi-use paved trail with a center line. It runs from downtown Minneapolis and connects to other popular bike and pedestrian trails in the city and western suburbs.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.threeriversparks.org/trails/cedar-lake-trail.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">www.threeriversparks.org/trails/cedar-lake-trail.aspx</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>Kenwood Recreation Center/Kenwood Park</strong> – located at 2101 W. Franklin Ave. For more information on the activities offered and the amenities available:\r\nAt the Rec center, click on:                           <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=88&amp;parkid=159\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=88&amp;parkid=159</a>\r\nAt the Park, click on:                                       <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=177\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=177</a>','RECREATION','','inherit','closed','closed','','22-revision-13','','','2011-11-16 14:13:18','2011-11-16 20:13:18','',22,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/11/16/22-revision-13/',0,'revision','',0),(299,1,'2011-11-30 12:43:37','2011-11-30 18:43:37','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Lake of Isles</strong> – connected to Cedar Lake and Lake Calhoun by canals. LOI is excellent for canoeing and is home to winter ice skating and hockey. A walking path and one-way cycling path are located along the 2.9 mile shoreline.  For more information on LOI and the off-leash dog park located near its south shore, click on:  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=258\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=258</a>\r\n\r\nFor information on the canoe racks, click on:                            <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=26#canoe\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=26#canoe</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles.gif\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-77\" title=\"LoIsles\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles-300x293.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"293\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake</strong> – located west of Lake of the Isles. The lake has 3 sandy beaches: Cedar Point, Cedar South, and East Cedar.  For more information on Cedar Lake, click on:  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=261\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=261</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Tennis</strong> – Kenwood Park is home to six tennis courts, the largest bank of tennis courts in the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board (MPRB) system. The courts were reconstructed in 2007 as a result of a unique partnership between the MPRB, the United States Tennis Association (USTA), and Support the Courts Foundation (which conducted the fundraising effort for the project).\r\n\r\nPlay on the Kenwood courts is free and open to the public, on a first-come, first-served basis; there are no reservations. Players are asked to limit their playing time to one hour, as a courtesy to others who may be waiting for a court. Summer lessons are offered by the MPRB and The InnerCity Tennis Program. For more MPRB tennis information, go to:   <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=776\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=776</a>.                                                              For more InnerCity Tennis information, go to: <a href=\"http://www.innercitytennis.org\">www.innercitytennis.org</a>\r\n\r\nTremendous thanks to the Kenwood &amp; Lowry Hill Neighborhood Associations and the generosity of hundreds of individual donors and volunteers who contributed to this project. Support the Courts Foundation continues to work raising funds to rebuild courts in other Minneapolis neighborhoods, using Kenwood as a blueprint. As of Summer 2011, Support the Courts Foundation has reconstructed 25 tennis courts in Kenwood, Webber, Pershing, Powderhorn &amp; Lake Hiawatha Parks.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.supportthecourts.net\" target=\"_blank\">supportthecourts.net</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle.jpg\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-78\" title=\"kenwood_angle\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle-300x119.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"119\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>BICYCLE / PEDESTRIAN TRAILS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenilworth Trail –</strong>\r\nThe Kenilworth Trail is a paved bicycle trail in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It runs nearly 1.5 miles (2.4 km) and acts as a connector between the Cedar Lake Trail in the north and the Midtown Greenway in the south.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake Trail –</strong>\r\n\r\nAlso known as America’s first bicycle freeway, the Cedar Lake Trail is a 3.5 mile path connecting St Louis Park with Downtown and the Mississippi River.\r\nwww.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>Kenwood Recreation Center/Kenwood Park</strong> – located at 2101 W. Franklin Ave. For more information on the activities offered and the amenities available:\r\nAt the Rec center, click on:                           <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=88&amp;parkid=159\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=88&amp;parkid=159</a>\r\nAt the Park, click on:                                       <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=177\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=177</a>','RECREATION','','inherit','closed','closed','','22-revision-15','','','2011-11-30 12:43:37','2011-11-30 18:43:37','',22,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/11/30/22-revision-15/',0,'revision','',0),(286,1,'2011-11-16 13:44:58','2011-11-16 19:44:58','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota just south of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis (see below for the latest edition), including:\r\n\r\nCrime alerts\r\nSpecial events\r\nImportant neighborhood meetings\r\nUpdates on neighborhood projects\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meeting agendas<strong>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> </strong> Board meeting minutes\r\n\r\nIf your answer is “Yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list.\r\n\r\nSending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave.  The meeting dates for the remainder of our 2011/2012 fiscal year are: November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2, and May 7','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-4','','','2011-11-16 13:44:58','2011-11-16 19:44:58','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/11/16/240-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(256,1,'2011-11-16 11:14:23','2011-11-16 17:14:23','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>History of the Kenwood Neighborhood</strong>\r\n\r\nKenwood was the name of an addition platted just outside the Minneapolis city limits around 1887.  At that time, a rail line ran along the west side of the neighborhood near the shoreline of Cedar Lake.  A depot and a hotel were located at what is now West 22nd Street where it ends at Cedar Lake.\r\n\r\nLake of the Isles and its shoreline were acquired by the City of Minneapolis in 1886.  The lake became part of the city’s famed park system and “Chain of Lakes”, along with Cedar Lake to the west and Lakes Calhoun and Harriet to the south.  Lake of the Isles originally was a very large, mosquito-infested swamp, and in 1899, the city started the dredging that created the charming lake with its unusual islands, extensive shoreline, and surrounding picturesque parkland.\r\n\r\nA newspaper ad of the late 1880’s announced the Kenwood Addition as “high, sightly and attractive” and as the “choicest place for elegant residences.”  Lots were platted, streets were graded, city water pipes were laid, and city streetcar lines were planned.  Soon a number of large residences were built and over the next few decades the neighborhood filled with homes built in various styles then popular.\r\n\r\nKenwood has several landmarks In addition to Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake.  These include the 1910 brick water tower on Kenwood Parkway; the Peavey Fountain (originally built to water horses) at the intersection of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway and Kenwood Parkway; the “Mary Tyler Moore House” of television programming fame at the SW corner of Kenwood Parkway and W. 21st Street; and three grand, adjoining homes on the 2200 block of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway, built by Cream of Wheat founder Emory Mapes for himself and family members.  Other landmarks are Kenwood’s small commercially zoned area at Penn Ave. S. and W. 21st Street; Kenwood Elementary School and Park/Recreation Center at Penn Ave. S. and W. Franklin Ave;  Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church on W. Lake of the Isles Parkway at W. 21st St; and the very large natural green space amenity, Kenwood Park.\r\n\r\nKenwood Park occupies most of the northern portion of the neighborhood.  Although the park includes baseball and soccer fields, tennis courts, and a playground, most of the park has been reserved as open, natural space.  According to the Minneapolis Park Board website, the land for Kenwood Park was purchased in 1907, and low land in the park was filled with material dredged from Lake of the Isles in 1908.  Tennis courts and sidewalks were installed between 1911 and 1913.  During the 1920’s, neighborhood residents opposed plans for further development of the park, fearing the destruction of the park’s natural features.  Neighborhood opposition caused the development plans to be scaled back significantly.\r\n\r\nKenwood includes about 540 residential structures, most of which are single-family houses dating from the late 1800’s and early 1900’s.  Many larger homes were divided into rooming houses and duplexes during the mid-1900’s, but in the 1960’s and 1970’s most of these homes were rehabilitated and converted back to single-family use.  Kenwood’s popularity grew in the 1980’s and 1990’s as residents and buyers recognized the increasing value of the neighborhood’s beautiful homes and Kenwood’s proximity to downtown, Uptown, and the Minneapolis park and lake system.\r\n\r\nThose interested in historical research can find many photographs of the neighborhood in the archives of the Minnesota Historical Society, at <a title=\"www.mnhs.org\" href=\"http://www.mnhs.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mnhs.org</a> , and the Minneapolis Public Library, at <a title=\"www.mplib.org\" href=\"http://www.mplib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mplib.org</a>.<strong><strong>\r\n</strong></strong>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> has a Crime &amp; Safety Committee to promote safety in our neighborhood, chaired by Mark Johnson.  Committee goals include educating residents about safety issues, recruiting block leaders, and maintaining communications with the Minneapolis Police Department and the 5th Police Precinct’s civilian Crime Prevention Specialist.\r\n\r\nFor detailed information regarding crime prevention, graffiti removal, unwanted solicitations, and other safety tips, visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police</a>.\r\n\r\nThe Kenwood neighborhood is assigned to the 5th Precinct of the Minneapolis Police Department.  If you want to receive the Precinct’s quarterly e-newsletter, please subscribe at the bottom of: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>.\r\n\r\nWanted: Block Club Leaders! – Block clubs provide a way for neighbors to know one another, increase awareness, and decrease opportunities for crimes to occur.  Want to become a block club leader?  Please contact Chelsea Adams, our 5th Precinct Crime Prevention Specialist, at: <a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> publishes a monthly e-newsletter for Kenwood residents, including up-to-date crime information along with other news and events.  Special crime alert bulletins are also distributed when needed.  To be added to our resident email distribution list, send your email address to Kathy Williams, KIAA’s Communication Committee Chair: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>.\r\n\r\nNational Night Out (NNO) is an annual nationwide crime prevention event held in early August.  Residents participate in outdoor block parties and get to know their neighbors.  The event also promotes positive community-police partnerships in the context of a fun summer evening with family, neighbors, and friends.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">###</span></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">When to call 911</span></strong>\r\n<strong>A MESSAGE FROM A MPD CRIME PREVENTION SPECIALIST</strong>\r\n\r\nMany citizens observe suspicious activities or hear something that doesn’t seem right.  We think briefly about phoning 911, but often decide not to.  Below is a list of thoughts and facts about calling 911 that hopefully will demonstrate why we need to revise our thinking.\r\n\r\n1.) Thought:  Maybe this isn’t an emergency; is calling 911 appropriate?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> 911 is the only number in Minneapolis you can call to get a police, fire or ambulance response (examples: loud music or parties; gunshot sounds; alarms or glass being broken; unfamiliar person carrying valuable items down an alley or from a neighbor’s house; someone shouting “help”, “fire”, or “rape”; car driving slowly down the alley with its lights off; a person peering into parked cars, garages, or house windows).\r\n\r\n2.) Thought:  Will the perpetrator/s retaliate against me?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> Officers do not identify any 911 caller when stopping or talking to a suspicious person. You may also tell the 911 operator you want to remain anonymous. In cases of misdemeanor crime, the police might need to call you and have you verify the person and what you saw. Your anonymity can still be kept.\r\n\r\n3.) Thought:  By the time the police arrive, the suspicious person/s or vehicle will be gone.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> A caller to 911 is most helpful if able to describe the person/s, vehicle/s, and direction of travel (if moving). A 911 dispatcher can send messages to an officer’s in-squad-car computer.  If the suspicious person/s or vehicles are spotted at a later time, a good description provides the officer with enough probable cause to stop and identify the person or vehicle.\r\n\r\n4.) Thought:  I don’t want to get involved; maybe someone else will call.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> In order to have safer streets and communities, everyone needs to help.  Call 911 whenever you witness illegal or suspicious behavior/activity. The police need the community’s eyes and ears.  Without citizen help, our Minneapolis police have a much harder time enforcing the laws and stopping criminal behavior.\r\n\r\n<strong>Chelsea Adams</strong>\r\nCrime Prevention Specialist\r\nMinneapolis Police Department, 5th Precinct\r\n3101 Nicollet Ave S,\r\nMinneapolis, MN  55408\r\n<a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>\r\n(612) 673-2819\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong> [list of Kenwood businesses with web links, if available]','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-41','','','2011-11-16 11:14:23','2011-11-16 17:14:23','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/11/16/11-revision-41/',0,'revision','',0),(865,2,'2014-03-31 14:34:42','2014-03-31 19:34:42','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. 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The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-77','','','2014-03-31 14:34:42','2014-03-31 19:34:42','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/03/31/240-revision-77/',0,'revision','',0),(866,2,'2014-04-13 19:33:41','2014-04-14 00:33:41','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. 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Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-84','','','2014-04-13 19:50:45','2014-04-14 00:50:45','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/04/13/240-revision-84/',0,'revision','',0),(876,2,'2014-04-13 19:53:40','2014-04-14 00:53:40','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-85','','','2014-04-13 19:53:40','2014-04-14 00:53:40','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/04/13/240-revision-85/',0,'revision','',0),(849,2,'2014-02-09 21:13:47','2014-02-10 03:13:47','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-71','','','2014-02-09 21:13:47','2014-02-10 03:13:47','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/02/09/240-revision-71/',0,'revision','',0),(850,2,'2014-03-05 17:21:27','2014-03-05 23:21:27','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-72','','','2014-03-05 17:21:27','2014-03-05 23:21:27','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/03/05/240-revision-72/',0,'revision','',0),(851,2,'2014-03-05 17:22:38','2014-03-05 23:22:38','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-73','','','2014-03-05 17:22:38','2014-03-05 23:22:38','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/03/05/240-revision-73/',0,'revision','',0),(1032,2,'2014-08-27 16:45:52','2014-08-27 21:45:52','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-106','','','2014-08-27 16:45:52','2014-08-27 21:45:52','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/08/27/240-revision-106/',0,'revision','',0),(1033,2,'2013-07-01 17:41:37','2013-07-01 22:41:37','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our HOME page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Board Meetings are at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave, from 7 - 8:30 PM: open to the public, please come! </strong>The meetings are  generally held on the first Monday of the month. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>“Lunch with Lisa”: </strong>Lisa Goodman, our Minneapolis City Council Member, provides the opportunity to talk with her about what’s on your mind and hear an interesting speaker on a topic of interest to our community. Generally held at the University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10<sup>th</sup> St, from noon - 1 PM on the 4<sup>th</sup> Wednesday of the month, these meetings will resume on October 26<sup>th</sup> and are open to the public: get there early to buy a lunch and get a good seat! For dates and to be added to Lisa’s mailing list, visit  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ANNUAL EVENTS</strong><strong>: </strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> January </strong></span>Neighborhood ice skating party, Lake of the Isles skating rink<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> February </strong></span>City of Lakes Loppet cross country ski festival; visit <a href=\"http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.cityoflakesloppet.com</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> April</strong></span> Earth Day. Neighborhood volunteers pick up garbage bags at the Kenwood Recreation Center and help clean up the area.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>April</strong></span>  Kenwood Recreation Center Annual Spring Egg Hunt.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> May  </strong></span>Kenwood Carnival, Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave S; food &amp; fun for the entire family!  Visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> Summer </strong></span>Cromulent Shakespeare Company presents a performance in Kenwood Park. See:  <a href=\"http://www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html\" target=\"_blank\">www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>October</strong></span> Twin Cities Marathon; visit <a href=\"http://www.mtcmarathon.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mtcmarathon.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ONGOING: </strong>\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Walker Library</strong>,<strong> </strong>2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers, families, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call 630-6650 for details.\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> Recreation Center</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt classes offered by <strong>ARTrageous</strong>, 2121 W. 21<sup>st </sup>St; visit <a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net/\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>.\r\n\r\nAuthor reading series at <strong>Birchbark Books</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>.\r\n\r\nChamber concerts performed by the <strong>Isles Ensemble</strong> at the Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway; visit <a href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.islesensemble.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt exhibits and receptions at the <strong>Bockley Gallery</strong>, 2123 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>.\r\n\r\nYouth sports are handled by <strong>WESAC Sports</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.wesac.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.wesac.org</a>.\r\n\r\nEvents at the <strong>Walker Art Cente</strong>r, 1750 Hennepin Ave; visit <a href=\"http://www.walkerart.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.walkerart.org</a>.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-24','','','2013-07-01 17:41:37','2013-07-01 22:41:37','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2013/07/01/16-revision-24/',0,'revision','',0),(1109,2,'2015-02-28 21:12:18','2015-03-01 03:12:18','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our HOME page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Board Meetings are at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave, from 7 - 8:30 PM: open to the public, please come! </strong>The meetings are  generally held on the first Monday of the month. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2014-2015 meetings will be held on September 8, October 6, November 3, December 1, January 5, February 2, March 2, April 6 and May 4 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>“Lunch with Lisa”: </strong>Lisa Goodman, our Minneapolis City Council Member, provides the opportunity to talk with her about what’s on your mind and hear an interesting speaker on a topic of interest to our community. Generally held at the University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10<sup>th</sup> St, from noon - 1 PM on the 4<sup>th</sup> Wednesday of the month. The next meeting will be on September 24<sup>th</sup> and is open to the public: get there early to buy a lunch and get a good seat! For dates and to be added to Lisa’s mailing list, visit  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ANNUAL EVENTS</strong><strong>: </strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> January </strong></span>Neighborhood ice skating party, Lake of the Isles skating rink<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> February </strong></span>City of Lakes Loppet cross country ski festival; visit <a href=\"http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.cityoflakesloppet.com</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> April</strong></span> Earth Day. Neighborhood volunteers pick up garbage bags at the Kenwood Recreation Center and help clean up the area.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>April</strong></span>  Kenwood Recreation Center Annual Spring Egg Hunt.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> May  </strong></span>Kenwood Carnival, Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave S; food &amp; fun for the entire family!  Visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> Summer </strong></span>Cromulent Shakespeare Company presents a performance in Kenwood Park. See:  <a href=\"http://www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html\" target=\"_blank\">www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>October</strong></span> Twin Cities Marathon; visit <a href=\"http://www.mtcmarathon.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mtcmarathon.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ONGOING: </strong>\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Walker Library</strong>,<strong> </strong>2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers, families, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call 630-6650 for details.\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> Recreation Center</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt classes offered by <strong>ARTrageous</strong>, 2121 W. 21<sup>st </sup>St; visit <a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net/\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>.\r\n\r\nAuthor reading series at <strong>Birchbark Books</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>.\r\n\r\nChamber concerts performed by the <strong>Isles Ensemble</strong> at the Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway; visit <a href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.islesensemble.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt exhibits and receptions at the <strong>Bockley Gallery</strong>, 2123 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>.\r\n\r\nYouth sports are handled by <strong>WESAC Sports</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.wesac.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.wesac.org</a>.\r\n\r\nEvents at the <strong>Walker Art Cente</strong>r, 1750 Hennepin Ave; visit <a href=\"http://www.walkerart.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.walkerart.org</a>.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-28','','','2015-02-28 21:12:18','2015-03-01 03:12:18','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/02/28/16-revision-28/',0,'revision','',0),(1034,2,'2014-09-01 13:41:55','2014-09-01 18:41:55','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our HOME page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA</strong> Board will meet on September 8 at 7pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center.  The meeting was delayed a week because of the Labor Day holiday.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Board Meetings are at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave, from 7 - 8:30 PM: open to the public, please come! </strong>The meetings are  generally held on the first Monday of the month. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>“Lunch with Lisa”: </strong>Lisa Goodman, our Minneapolis City Council Member, provides the opportunity to talk with her about what’s on your mind and hear an interesting speaker on a topic of interest to our community. Generally held at the University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10<sup>th</sup> St, from noon - 1 PM on the 4<sup>th</sup> Wednesday of the month, these meetings will resume on October 26<sup>th</sup> and are open to the public: get there early to buy a lunch and get a good seat! For dates and to be added to Lisa’s mailing list, visit  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ANNUAL EVENTS</strong><strong>: </strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> January </strong></span>Neighborhood ice skating party, Lake of the Isles skating rink<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> February </strong></span>City of Lakes Loppet cross country ski festival; visit <a href=\"http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.cityoflakesloppet.com</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> April</strong></span> Earth Day. Neighborhood volunteers pick up garbage bags at the Kenwood Recreation Center and help clean up the area.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>April</strong></span>  Kenwood Recreation Center Annual Spring Egg Hunt.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> May  </strong></span>Kenwood Carnival, Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave S; food &amp; fun for the entire family!  Visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> Summer </strong></span>Cromulent Shakespeare Company presents a performance in Kenwood Park. See:  <a href=\"http://www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html\" target=\"_blank\">www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>October</strong></span> Twin Cities Marathon; visit <a href=\"http://www.mtcmarathon.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mtcmarathon.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ONGOING: </strong>\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Walker Library</strong>,<strong> </strong>2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers, families, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call 630-6650 for details.\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> Recreation Center</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt classes offered by <strong>ARTrageous</strong>, 2121 W. 21<sup>st </sup>St; visit <a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net/\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>.\r\n\r\nAuthor reading series at <strong>Birchbark Books</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>.\r\n\r\nChamber concerts performed by the <strong>Isles Ensemble</strong> at the Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway; visit <a href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.islesensemble.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt exhibits and receptions at the <strong>Bockley Gallery</strong>, 2123 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>.\r\n\r\nYouth sports are handled by <strong>WESAC Sports</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.wesac.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.wesac.org</a>.\r\n\r\nEvents at the <strong>Walker Art Cente</strong>r, 1750 Hennepin Ave; visit <a href=\"http://www.walkerart.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.walkerart.org</a>.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-25','','','2014-09-01 13:41:55','2014-09-01 18:41:55','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/09/01/16-revision-25/',0,'revision','',0),(1038,2,'2014-08-27 16:59:03','2014-08-27 21:59:03','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-107','','','2014-08-27 16:59:03','2014-08-27 21:59:03','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/08/27/240-revision-107/',0,'revision','',0),(1254,2,'2014-09-08 18:10:30','2014-09-08 23:10:30','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>NRP (Neighborhood Revitalization Program)</strong> – For more information regarding <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong><strong>KIAA\'s</strong></strong></span> NRP Phase I and Phase II Action Plans, visit: <a href=\"http://www.nrp.org/\">www.nrp.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Mayor, Betsy Hodges</strong>\r\nRoom 331, City Hall\r\n350 S. 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n(612) 673-2100\r\n<a title=\"rt@minneapolis.org\" href=\"mailto:rt@minneapolis.org\">rt@minneapolis.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Ward 7 Minneapolis City Council Member, Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\nRoom 307, City Hall\r\n350 S. 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n(612) 673-2207\r\n<a href=\"mailto:lisa.goodman@ minneapolismn.gov\">lisa.goodman@ minneapolismn.gov</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>District 4 Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioner, Anita Tabb</strong>\r\n2117 West River Road, Minneapolis, MN 55411\r\n(612) 230-6443 Ext. 4\r\n<a href=\"mailto:atabb@mineapolisparks.org\">atabb@mineapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Minneapolis Parks:</strong> <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hennepin County</strong> – <a href=\"http://co.hennepin.mn.us\">http://co.hennepin.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Third District Hennepin County Commissioner, Marion Greene</strong>\r\nA-2400 Government Center\r\n300 S. 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55487-0240\r\n(612) 348-7883\r\n<a href=\"mailto:gail.dorfman@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">m</a>arion.greene@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Hennepin County Libraries:</strong> <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>State Government</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.state.mn.us/portal/mn/jsp/home.do?agency=NorthStar\">www.state.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>District 60 State Senator, Scott Dibble</strong>\r\nRoom 111, Capitol Building\r\n75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd,St. Paul, MN 55155-1606\r\n(651) 296-4191\r\n<a href=\"mailto:sen.scott.dibble@senate.mn \" target=\"_blank\">sen.scott.dibble@senate.mn </a>\r\n\r\n<strong>District 60A State Representative, Frank Hornstein</strong>\r\n471 State Office Building, St. Paul, MN 55155                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       r<a href=\"http://www.house.leg.state.mn.us/sendmail/mailtomember.aspx?id=10767\" target=\"_blank\'\">ep.frank.hornstein@house.mn</a>\r\n\r\n(651) 296-9281\r\n<p align=\"center\"></p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;','GOVERNMENT','','inherit','closed','closed','','26-revision-10','','','2014-09-08 18:10:30','2014-09-08 23:10:30','',26,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/09/08/26-revision-10/',0,'revision','',0),(1040,2,'2011-11-16 13:27:08','2011-11-16 19:27:08','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>NRP (Neighborhood Revitalization Program)</strong> – For more information regarding <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong><strong>KIAA\'s</strong></strong></span> NRP Phase I and Phase II Action Plans, visit: <a href=\"http://www.nrp.org/\">www.nrp.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Mayor, R.T. Rybak</strong>\r\nRoom 331, City Hall\r\n350 S. 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n(612) 673-2100\r\n<a title=\"rt@minneapolis.org\" href=\"mailto:rt@minneapolis.org\">rt@minneapolis.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Ward 7 Minneapolis City Council Member, Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\nRoom 307, City Hall\r\n350 S. 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n(612) 673-2207\r\n<a href=\"mailto:lisa.goodman@ minneapolismn.gov\">lisa.goodman@ minneapolismn.gov</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>District 4 Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioner, Anita Tabb</strong>\r\n2117 West River Road, Minneapolis, MN 55411\r\n(612) 230-6443 Ext. 4\r\n<a href=\"mailto:atabb@mineapolisparks.org\">atabb@mineapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Minneapolis Parks:</strong> <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hennepin County</strong> – <a href=\"http://co.hennepin.mn.us\">http://co.hennepin.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Third District Hennepin County Commissioner, Gail Dorfman</strong>\r\nA-2400 Government Center\r\n300 S. 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55487-0240\r\n(612) 348-7883\r\n<a href=\"mailto:gail.dorfman@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">gail.dorfman@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Hennepin County Libraries:</strong> <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>State Government</strong> – <a href=\"http://www.state.mn.us/portal/mn/jsp/home.do?agency=NorthStar\">www.state.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>District 60 State Senator, Scott Dibble</strong>\r\nRoom 111, Capitol Building\r\n75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd,St. Paul, MN 55155-1606\r\n(651) 296-4191\r\n<a href=\"mailto:sen.scott.dibble@senate.mn \" target=\"_blank\">sen.scott.dibble@senate.mn </a>\r\n\r\n<strong>District 60A State Representative, Marion Greene</strong>\r\n261 State Office Building\r\n100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, St. Paul, MN 55155\r\n(651) 296-0171\r\n<a href=\"mailto:rep.marion.greene@house.mn\">rep.marion.greene@house.mn</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;','GOVERNMENT','','inherit','closed','closed','','26-revision-9','','','2011-11-16 13:27:08','2011-11-16 19:27:08','',26,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/11/16/26-revision-9/',0,'revision','',0),(1041,2,'2014-09-01 13:49:59','2014-09-01 18:49:59','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our HOME page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA</strong> Board will meet on September 8 at 7pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center.  The meeting was delayed a week because of the Labor Day holiday.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Board Meetings are at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave, from 7 - 8:30 PM: open to the public, please come! </strong>The meetings are  generally held on the first Monday of the month. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2014-2015 meetings will be held on September 8, October 6, November 3, December1, January 5, February 2, March 2, April 6 and May 4 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>“Lunch with Lisa”: </strong>Lisa Goodman, our Minneapolis City Council Member, provides the opportunity to talk with her about what’s on your mind and hear an interesting speaker on a topic of interest to our community. Generally held at the University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10<sup>th</sup> St, from noon - 1 PM on the 4<sup>th</sup> Wednesday of the month. The next meeting will be on September 24<sup>th</sup> and is open to the public: get there early to buy a lunch and get a good seat! For dates and to be added to Lisa’s mailing list, visit  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ANNUAL EVENTS</strong><strong>: </strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> January </strong></span>Neighborhood ice skating party, Lake of the Isles skating rink<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> February </strong></span>City of Lakes Loppet cross country ski festival; visit <a href=\"http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.cityoflakesloppet.com</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> April</strong></span> Earth Day. Neighborhood volunteers pick up garbage bags at the Kenwood Recreation Center and help clean up the area.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>April</strong></span>  Kenwood Recreation Center Annual Spring Egg Hunt.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> May  </strong></span>Kenwood Carnival, Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave S; food &amp; fun for the entire family!  Visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> Summer </strong></span>Cromulent Shakespeare Company presents a performance in Kenwood Park. See:  <a href=\"http://www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html\" target=\"_blank\">www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>October</strong></span> Twin Cities Marathon; visit <a href=\"http://www.mtcmarathon.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mtcmarathon.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ONGOING: </strong>\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Walker Library</strong>,<strong> </strong>2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers, families, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call 630-6650 for details.\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> Recreation Center</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt classes offered by <strong>ARTrageous</strong>, 2121 W. 21<sup>st </sup>St; visit <a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net/\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>.\r\n\r\nAuthor reading series at <strong>Birchbark Books</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>.\r\n\r\nChamber concerts performed by the <strong>Isles Ensemble</strong> at the Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway; visit <a href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.islesensemble.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt exhibits and receptions at the <strong>Bockley Gallery</strong>, 2123 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>.\r\n\r\nYouth sports are handled by <strong>WESAC Sports</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.wesac.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.wesac.org</a>.\r\n\r\nEvents at the <strong>Walker Art Cente</strong>r, 1750 Hennepin Ave; visit <a href=\"http://www.walkerart.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.walkerart.org</a>.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-26','','','2014-09-01 13:49:59','2014-09-01 18:49:59','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/09/01/16-revision-26/',0,'revision','',0),(281,1,'2011-11-16 14:37:50','2011-11-16 20:37:50','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>History of the Kenwood Neighborhood</strong>\r\n\r\nKenwood was the name of an addition platted just outside the Minneapolis city limits around 1887.  At that time, a rail line ran along the west side of the neighborhood near the shoreline of Cedar Lake.  A depot and a hotel were located at what is now West 22nd Street where it ends at Cedar Lake.\r\n\r\nLake of the Isles and its shoreline were acquired by the City of Minneapolis in 1886.  The lake became part of the city’s famed park system and “Chain of Lakes”, along with Cedar Lake to the west and Lakes Calhoun and Harriet to the south.  Lake of the Isles originally was a very large, mosquito-infested swamp, and in 1899, the city started the dredging that created the charming lake with its unusual islands, extensive shoreline, and surrounding picturesque parkland.\r\n\r\nA newspaper ad of the late 1880’s announced the Kenwood Addition as “high, sightly and attractive” and as the “choicest place for elegant residences.”  Lots were platted, streets were graded, city water pipes were laid, and city streetcar lines were planned.  Soon a number of large residences were built and over the next few decades the neighborhood filled with homes built in various styles then popular.\r\n\r\nKenwood has several landmarks In addition to Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake.  These include the 1910 brick water tower on Kenwood Parkway; the Peavey Fountain (originally built to water horses) at the intersection of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway and Kenwood Parkway; the “Mary Tyler Moore House” of television programming fame at the SW corner of Kenwood Parkway and W. 21st Street; and three grand, adjoining homes on the 2200 block of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway, built by Cream of Wheat founder Emory Mapes for himself and family members.  Other landmarks are Kenwood’s small commercially zoned area at Penn Ave. S. and W. 21st Street; Kenwood Elementary School and Park/Recreation Center at Penn Ave. S. and W. Franklin Ave;  Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church on W. Lake of the Isles Parkway at W. 21st St; and the very large natural green space amenity, Kenwood Park.\r\n\r\nKenwood Park occupies most of the northern portion of the neighborhood.  Although the park includes baseball and soccer fields, tennis courts, and a playground, most of the park has been reserved as open, natural space.  According to the Minneapolis Park Board website, the land for Kenwood Park was purchased in 1907, and low land in the park was filled with material dredged from Lake of the Isles in 1908.  Tennis courts and sidewalks were installed between 1911 and 1913.  During the 1920’s, neighborhood residents opposed plans for further development of the park, fearing the destruction of the park’s natural features.  Neighborhood opposition caused the development plans to be scaled back significantly.\r\n\r\nKenwood includes about 540 residential structures, most of which are single-family houses dating from the late 1800’s and early 1900’s.  Many larger homes were divided into rooming houses and duplexes during the mid-1900’s, but in the 1960’s and 1970’s most of these homes were rehabilitated and converted back to single-family use.  Kenwood’s popularity grew in the 1980’s and 1990’s as residents and buyers recognized the increasing value of the neighborhood’s beautiful homes and Kenwood’s proximity to downtown, Uptown, and the Minneapolis park and lake system.\r\n\r\nThose interested in historical research can find many photographs of the neighborhood in the archives of the Minnesota Historical Society, at <a title=\"www.mnhs.org\" href=\"http://www.mnhs.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mnhs.org</a> , and the Minneapolis Public Library, at <a title=\"www.mplib.org\" href=\"http://www.mplib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mplib.org</a>.<strong><strong>\r\n</strong></strong>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong> [add the demographics page from our Welcome Kit]\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> has a Crime &amp; Safety Committee to promote safety in our neighborhood, chaired by Mark Johnson.  Committee goals include educating residents about safety issues, recruiting block leaders, and maintaining communications with the Minneapolis Police Department and the 5th Police Precinct’s civilian Crime Prevention Specialist.\r\n\r\nFor detailed information regarding crime prevention, graffiti removal, unwanted solicitations, and other safety tips, visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police</a>.\r\n\r\nThe Kenwood neighborhood is assigned to the 5th Precinct of the Minneapolis Police Department.  If you want to receive the Precinct’s quarterly e-newsletter, please subscribe at the bottom of: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>.\r\n\r\nWanted: Block Club Leaders! – Block clubs provide a way for neighbors to know one another, increase awareness, and decrease opportunities for crimes to occur.  Want to become a block club leader?  Please contact Chelsea Adams, our 5th Precinct Crime Prevention Specialist, at: <a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> publishes a monthly e-newsletter for Kenwood residents, including up-to-date crime information along with other news and events.  Special crime alert bulletins are also distributed when needed.  To be added to our resident email distribution list, send your email address to Kathy Williams, KIAA’s Communication Committee Chair: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>.\r\n\r\nNational Night Out (NNO) is an annual nationwide crime prevention event held in early August.  Residents participate in outdoor block parties and get to know their neighbors.  The event also promotes positive community-police partnerships in the context of a fun summer evening with family, neighbors, and friends.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">###</span></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">When to call 911</span></strong>\r\n<strong>A MESSAGE FROM A MPD CRIME PREVENTION SPECIALIST</strong>\r\n\r\nMany citizens observe suspicious activities or hear something that doesn’t seem right.  We think briefly about phoning 911, but often decide not to.  Below is a list of thoughts and facts about calling 911 that hopefully will demonstrate why we need to revise our thinking.\r\n\r\n1.) Thought:  Maybe this isn’t an emergency; is calling 911 appropriate?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> 911 is the only number in Minneapolis you can call to get a police, fire or ambulance response (examples: loud music or parties; gunshot sounds; alarms or glass being broken; unfamiliar person carrying valuable items down an alley or from a neighbor’s house; someone shouting “help”, “fire”, or “rape”; car driving slowly down the alley with its lights off; a person peering into parked cars, garages, or house windows).\r\n\r\n2.) Thought:  Will the perpetrator/s retaliate against me?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> Officers do not identify any 911 caller when stopping or talking to a suspicious person. You may also tell the 911 operator you want to remain anonymous. In cases of misdemeanor crime, the police might need to call you and have you verify the person and what you saw. Your anonymity can still be kept.\r\n\r\n3.) Thought:  By the time the police arrive, the suspicious person/s or vehicle will be gone.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> A caller to 911 is most helpful if able to describe the person/s, vehicle/s, and direction of travel (if moving). A 911 dispatcher can send messages to an officer’s in-squad-car computer.  If the suspicious person/s or vehicles are spotted at a later time, a good description provides the officer with enough probable cause to stop and identify the person or vehicle.\r\n\r\n4.) Thought:  I don’t want to get involved; maybe someone else will call.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> In order to have safer streets and communities, everyone needs to help.  Call 911 whenever you witness illegal or suspicious behavior/activity. The police need the community’s eyes and ears.  Without citizen help, our Minneapolis police have a much harder time enforcing the laws and stopping criminal behavior.\r\n\r\n<strong>Chelsea Adams</strong>\r\nCrime Prevention Specialist\r\nMinneapolis Police Department, 5th Precinct\r\n3101 Nicollet Ave S,\r\nMinneapolis, MN  55408\r\n<a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>\r\n(612) 673-2819\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong>\r\n\r\nARTRAGEOUS ADVENTURES\r\n612-423-7554\r\n2121 W. 21st St.\r\nAmanda Vallone\r\n<a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>\r\nA kids art studio; create, play &amp; party!\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nBIRCHBARK BOOKS  612-374-4023\r\n2115 W. 21st St.                                                                                         <a href=\"mailto:info@birchbarkbooks.com\">info@birchbarkbooks.com</a>                                                                        <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com </a>                                                                                                                     A full-range indie bookstore featuring American Indian arts &amp; crafts                                HOURS\r\nMon – Fri: 9:00 to 6:00\r\nSat: 10:00 to 5:00\r\nSun: 11:00 to 5:00\r\n\r\n\r\nBOCKLEY GALLERY  612-377-4669\r\n2123 W. 21st St.                                                                                <a href=\"mailto:information@bockleygallerv.com\">information@bockleygallerv.com</a>                                                                <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>\r\nArt gallery  EXHIBITION HOURS  Wed, Fri, Sat: Noon to 5:00  Thu: Noon to 7:00\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nFRAMESTYLES  612-374-2420\r\n2107 Penn Ave. S.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.framestyles.net\" target=\"_blank\">www.framestyles.net</a>                                                                                                                     Custom frame and gift shop                                                                                                          HOURS\r\nMon – Thu: 10:00 to 8:00\r\nFri: 10:00 to 6:00\r\nSat: 10:00 to 5:00\r\nSun: Noon to 4:00\r\n\r\n\r\nKENWOOD CAFÉ\r\n612-377-6876  2115 W. 21st St.\r\nDeli and neighborhood gathering spot                                                                                          HOURS\r\nMon - Sat: 7:00 to 7:00  Sun: 8:00 to 5:00                                                                            Extended hours event related','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-42','','','2011-11-16 14:37:50','2011-11-16 20:37:50','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/11/16/11-revision-42/',0,'revision','',0),(287,1,'2011-11-30 10:53:40','2011-11-30 16:53:40','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota just south of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis (see below for the latest edition), including:\r\n\r\nCrime alerts\r\nSpecial events\r\nImportant neighborhood meetings\r\nUpdates on neighborhood projects\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meeting agendas<strong>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> </strong> Board meeting minutes\r\n\r\nIf your answer is “Yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list.\r\n\r\nSending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave.  The meeting dates for the remainder of our 2011/2012 fiscal year are: November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2, and May 7','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-5','','','2011-11-30 10:53:40','2011-11-30 16:53:40','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/11/30/240-revision-5/',0,'revision','',0),(296,1,'2011-11-16 15:09:29','2011-11-16 21:09:29','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>History of the Kenwood Neighborhood</strong>\r\n\r\nKenwood was the name of an addition platted just outside the Minneapolis city limits around 1887.  At that time, a rail line ran along the west side of the neighborhood near the shoreline of Cedar Lake.  A depot and a hotel were located at what is now West 22nd Street where it ends at Cedar Lake.\r\n\r\nLake of the Isles and its shoreline were acquired by the City of Minneapolis in 1886.  The lake became part of the city’s famed park system and “Chain of Lakes”, along with Cedar Lake to the west and Lakes Calhoun and Harriet to the south.  Lake of the Isles originally was a very large, mosquito-infested swamp, and in 1899, the city started the dredging that created the charming lake with its unusual islands, extensive shoreline, and surrounding picturesque parkland.\r\n\r\nA newspaper ad of the late 1880’s announced the Kenwood Addition as “high, sightly and attractive” and as the “choicest place for elegant residences.”  Lots were platted, streets were graded, city water pipes were laid, and city streetcar lines were planned.  Soon a number of large residences were built and over the next few decades the neighborhood filled with homes built in various styles then popular.\r\n\r\nKenwood has several landmarks In addition to Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake.  These include the 1910 brick water tower on Kenwood Parkway; the Peavey Fountain (originally built to water horses) at the intersection of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway and Kenwood Parkway; the “Mary Tyler Moore House” of television programming fame at the SW corner of Kenwood Parkway and W. 21st Street; and three grand, adjoining homes on the 2200 block of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway, built by Cream of Wheat founder Emory Mapes for himself and family members.  Other landmarks are Kenwood’s small commercially zoned area at Penn Ave. S. and W. 21st Street; Kenwood Elementary School and Park/Recreation Center at Penn Ave. S. and W. Franklin Ave;  Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church on W. Lake of the Isles Parkway at W. 21st St; and the very large natural green space amenity, Kenwood Park.\r\n\r\nKenwood Park occupies most of the northern portion of the neighborhood.  Although the park includes baseball and soccer fields, tennis courts, and a playground, most of the park has been reserved as open, natural space.  According to the Minneapolis Park Board website, the land for Kenwood Park was purchased in 1907, and low land in the park was filled with material dredged from Lake of the Isles in 1908.  Tennis courts and sidewalks were installed between 1911 and 1913.  During the 1920’s, neighborhood residents opposed plans for further development of the park, fearing the destruction of the park’s natural features.  Neighborhood opposition caused the development plans to be scaled back significantly.\r\n\r\nKenwood includes about 540 residential structures, most of which are single-family houses dating from the late 1800’s and early 1900’s.  Many larger homes were divided into rooming houses and duplexes during the mid-1900’s, but in the 1960’s and 1970’s most of these homes were rehabilitated and converted back to single-family use.  Kenwood’s popularity grew in the 1980’s and 1990’s as residents and buyers recognized the increasing value of the neighborhood’s beautiful homes and Kenwood’s proximity to downtown, Uptown, and the Minneapolis park and lake system.\r\n\r\nThose interested in historical research can find many photographs of the neighborhood in the archives of the Minnesota Historical Society, at <a title=\"www.mnhs.org\" href=\"http://www.mnhs.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mnhs.org</a> , and the Minneapolis Public Library, at <a title=\"www.mplib.org\" href=\"http://www.mplib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mplib.org</a>.<strong><strong>\r\n</strong></strong>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong>\r\n<table width=\"507\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"><col width=\"116\" /> <col width=\"75\" /> <col width=\"78\" /> <col width=\"53\" /> <col width=\"79\" /> <col span=\"2\" width=\"53\" />\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"3\" width=\"269\" height=\"18\">KENWOOD</td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"79\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"4\" height=\"18\"> GENERAL DEMOGRAPHICS IN 2000</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"12\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td>COUNT</td>\r\n<td>PERCENT</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">POPULATION</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Total</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1500</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Gender</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Male</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">756</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">50.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Female</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">744</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">49.6%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Age</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Under Age 5</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">105</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">7.0%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">5 to 9</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">98</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.5%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">10 to 14</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">102</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">15 to 19</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">65</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">4.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">20 to 24</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">33</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">25 to 34</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">168</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">11.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">35 to 44</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">274</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">18.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">45 to 54</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">312</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">20.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">55 to 59</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">121</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">8.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">60 to 64</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">72</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">4.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">65 to 74</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">92</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">75 to 84</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">40</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">85 &amp; over</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">18</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Median age</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">41.8</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Race</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">White</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1416</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">94.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Black</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">21</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Am. Indian</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">0.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Asian</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">40</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Other</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">0.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">2 or more races</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">16</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">HOUSING UNITS</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Total</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">620</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">606</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">97.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Vacant</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">14</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Owner Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">508</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">83.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Renter Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">98</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">16.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"2\" height=\"15\">Source:  US Census Bureau</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> has a Crime &amp; Safety Committee to promote safety in our neighborhood, chaired by Mark Johnson.  Committee goals include educating residents about safety issues, recruiting block leaders, and maintaining communications with the Minneapolis Police Department and the 5th Police Precinct’s civilian Crime Prevention Specialist.\r\n\r\nFor detailed information regarding crime prevention, graffiti removal, unwanted solicitations, and other safety tips, visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police</a>.\r\n\r\nThe Kenwood neighborhood is assigned to the 5th Precinct of the Minneapolis Police Department.  If you want to receive the Precinct’s quarterly e-newsletter, please subscribe at the bottom of: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>.\r\n\r\nWanted: Block Club Leaders! – Block clubs provide a way for neighbors to know one another, increase awareness, and decrease opportunities for crimes to occur.  Want to become a block club leader?  Please contact Chelsea Adams, our 5th Precinct Crime Prevention Specialist, at: <a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> publishes a monthly e-newsletter for Kenwood residents, including up-to-date crime information along with other news and events.  Special crime alert bulletins are also distributed when needed.  To be added to our resident email distribution list, send your email address to Kathy Williams, KIAA’s Communication Committee Chair: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>.\r\n\r\nNational Night Out (NNO) is an annual nationwide crime prevention event held in early August.  Residents participate in outdoor block parties and get to know their neighbors.  The event also promotes positive community-police partnerships in the context of a fun summer evening with family, neighbors, and friends.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">###</span></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">When to call 911</span></strong>\r\n<strong>A MESSAGE FROM A MPD CRIME PREVENTION SPECIALIST</strong>\r\n\r\nMany citizens observe suspicious activities or hear something that doesn’t seem right.  We think briefly about phoning 911, but often decide not to.  Below is a list of thoughts and facts about calling 911 that hopefully will demonstrate why we need to revise our thinking.\r\n\r\n1.) Thought:  Maybe this isn’t an emergency; is calling 911 appropriate?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> 911 is the only number in Minneapolis you can call to get a police, fire or ambulance response (examples: loud music or parties; gunshot sounds; alarms or glass being broken; unfamiliar person carrying valuable items down an alley or from a neighbor’s house; someone shouting “help”, “fire”, or “rape”; car driving slowly down the alley with its lights off; a person peering into parked cars, garages, or house windows).\r\n\r\n2.) Thought:  Will the perpetrator/s retaliate against me?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> Officers do not identify any 911 caller when stopping or talking to a suspicious person. You may also tell the 911 operator you want to remain anonymous. In cases of misdemeanor crime, the police might need to call you and have you verify the person and what you saw. Your anonymity can still be kept.\r\n\r\n3.) Thought:  By the time the police arrive, the suspicious person/s or vehicle will be gone.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> A caller to 911 is most helpful if able to describe the person/s, vehicle/s, and direction of travel (if moving). A 911 dispatcher can send messages to an officer’s in-squad-car computer.  If the suspicious person/s or vehicles are spotted at a later time, a good description provides the officer with enough probable cause to stop and identify the person or vehicle.\r\n\r\n4.) Thought:  I don’t want to get involved; maybe someone else will call.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> In order to have safer streets and communities, everyone needs to help.  Call 911 whenever you witness illegal or suspicious behavior/activity. The police need the community’s eyes and ears.  Without citizen help, our Minneapolis police have a much harder time enforcing the laws and stopping criminal behavior.\r\n\r\n<strong>Chelsea Adams</strong>\r\nCrime Prevention Specialist\r\nMinneapolis Police Department, 5th Precinct\r\n3101 Nicollet Ave S,\r\nMinneapolis, MN  55408\r\n<a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>\r\n(612) 673-2819\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong>\r\n\r\nARTRAGEOUS ADVENTURES\r\n612-423-7554\r\n2121 W. 21st St.\r\nAmanda Vallone\r\n<a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>\r\nA kids art studio; create, play &amp; party!\r\n\r\nBIRCHBARK BOOKS  612-374-4023\r\n2115 W. 21st St.                                                                                         <a href=\"mailto:info@birchbarkbooks.com\">info@birchbarkbooks.com</a>                                                                        <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com </a>                                                                                                                     A full-range indie bookstore featuring American Indian arts &amp; crafts                                HOURS\r\nMon – Fri: 9:00 to 6:00\r\nSat: 10:00 to 5:00\r\nSun: 11:00 to 5:00\r\n\r\nBOCKLEY GALLERY  612-377-4669\r\n2123 W. 21st St.                                                                                <a href=\"mailto:information@bockleygallerv.com\">information@bockleygallerv.com</a>                                                                <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>\r\nArt gallery  EXHIBITION HOURS  Wed, Fri, Sat: Noon to 5:00  Thu: Noon to 7:00\r\n\r\nFRAMESTYLES  612-374-2420\r\n2107 Penn Ave. S.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.framestyles.net\" target=\"_blank\">www.framestyles.net</a>                                                                                                                     Custom frame and gift shop                                                                                                          HOURS\r\nMon – Thu: 10:00 to 8:00\r\nFri: 10:00 to 6:00\r\nSat: 10:00 to 5:00\r\nSun: Noon to 4:00\r\n\r\nKENWOOD CAFÉ\r\n612-377-6876  2115 W. 21st St.\r\nDeli and neighborhood gathering spot                                                                                          HOURS\r\nMon - Sat: 7:00 to 7:00  Sun: 8:00 to 5:00                                                                            Extended hours event related','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-43','','','2011-11-16 15:09:29','2011-11-16 21:09:29','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/11/16/11-revision-43/',0,'revision','',0),(297,1,'2011-11-30 12:36:20','2011-11-30 18:36:20','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>History of the Kenwood Neighborhood</strong>\r\n\r\nKenwood was the name of an addition platted just outside the Minneapolis city limits around 1887.  At that time, a rail line ran along the west side of the neighborhood near the shoreline of Cedar Lake.  A depot and a hotel were located at what is now West 22nd Street where it ends at Cedar Lake.\r\n\r\nLake of the Isles and its shoreline were acquired by the City of Minneapolis in 1886.  The lake became part of the city’s famed park system and “Chain of Lakes”, along with Cedar Lake to the west and Lakes Calhoun and Harriet to the south.  Lake of the Isles originally was a very large, mosquito-infested swamp, and in 1899, the city started the dredging that created the charming lake with its unusual islands, extensive shoreline, and surrounding picturesque parkland.\r\n\r\nA newspaper ad of the late 1880’s announced the Kenwood Addition as “high, sightly and attractive” and as the “choicest place for elegant residences.”  Lots were platted, streets were graded, city water pipes were laid, and city streetcar lines were planned.  Soon a number of large residences were built and over the next few decades the neighborhood filled with homes built in various styles then popular.\r\n\r\nKenwood has several landmarks In addition to Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake.  These include the 1910 brick water tower on Kenwood Parkway; the Peavey Fountain (originally built to water horses) at the intersection of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway and Kenwood Parkway; the “Mary Tyler Moore House” of television programming fame at the SW corner of Kenwood Parkway and W. 21st Street; and three grand, adjoining homes on the 2200 block of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway, built by Cream of Wheat founder Emory Mapes for himself and family members.  Other landmarks are Kenwood’s small commercially zoned area at Penn Ave. S. and W. 21st Street; Kenwood Elementary School and Park/Recreation Center at Penn Ave. S. and W. Franklin Ave;  Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church on W. Lake of the Isles Parkway at W. 21st St; and the very large natural green space amenity, Kenwood Park.\r\n\r\nKenwood Park occupies most of the northern portion of the neighborhood.  Although the park includes baseball and soccer fields, tennis courts, and a playground, most of the park has been reserved as open, natural space.  According to the Minneapolis Park Board website, the land for Kenwood Park was purchased in 1907, and low land in the park was filled with material dredged from Lake of the Isles in 1908.  Tennis courts and sidewalks were installed between 1911 and 1913.  During the 1920’s, neighborhood residents opposed plans for further development of the park, fearing the destruction of the park’s natural features.  Neighborhood opposition caused the development plans to be scaled back significantly.\r\n\r\nKenwood includes about 540 residential structures, most of which are single-family houses dating from the late 1800’s and early 1900’s.  Many larger homes were divided into rooming houses and duplexes during the mid-1900’s, but in the 1960’s and 1970’s most of these homes were rehabilitated and converted back to single-family use.  Kenwood’s popularity grew in the 1980’s and 1990’s as residents and buyers recognized the increasing value of the neighborhood’s beautiful homes and Kenwood’s proximity to downtown, Uptown, and the Minneapolis park and lake system.\r\n\r\nThose interested in historical research can find many photographs of the neighborhood in the archives of the Minnesota Historical Society, at <a title=\"www.mnhs.org\" href=\"http://www.mnhs.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mnhs.org</a> , and the Minneapolis Public Library, at <a title=\"www.mplib.org\" href=\"http://www.mplib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mplib.org</a>.<strong><strong>\r\n</strong></strong>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong>\r\n<table width=\"507\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"><col width=\"116\" /> <col width=\"75\" /> <col width=\"78\" /> <col width=\"53\" /> <col width=\"79\" /> <col span=\"2\" width=\"53\" />\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"3\" width=\"269\" height=\"18\">KENWOOD</td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"79\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"4\" height=\"18\"> GENERAL DEMOGRAPHICS IN 2000</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"12\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td>COUNT</td>\r\n<td>PERCENT</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">POPULATION</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Total</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1500</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Gender</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Male</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">756</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">50.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Female</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">744</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">49.6%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Age</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Under Age 5</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">105</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">7.0%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">5 to 9</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">98</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.5%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">10 to 14</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">102</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">15 to 19</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">65</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">4.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">20 to 24</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">33</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">25 to 34</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">168</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">11.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">35 to 44</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">274</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">18.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">45 to 54</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">312</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">20.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">55 to 59</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">121</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">8.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">60 to 64</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">72</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">4.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">65 to 74</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">92</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">75 to 84</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">40</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">85 &amp; over</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">18</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Median age</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">41.8</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Race</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">White</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1416</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">94.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Black</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">21</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Am. Indian</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">0.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Asian</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">40</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Other</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">0.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">2 or more races</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">16</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">HOUSING UNITS</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Total</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">620</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">606</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">97.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Vacant</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">14</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Owner Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">508</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">83.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Renter Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">98</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">16.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"2\" height=\"15\">Source:  US Census Bureau</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> has a Crime &amp; Safety Committee to promote safety in our neighborhood, chaired by Mark Johnson.  Committee goals include educating residents about safety issues, recruiting block leaders, and maintaining communications with the Minneapolis Police Department and the 5th Police Precinct’s civilian Crime Prevention Specialist.\r\n\r\nFor detailed information regarding crime prevention, graffiti removal, unwanted solicitations, and other safety tips, visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police</a>.\r\n\r\nThe Kenwood neighborhood is assigned to the 5th Precinct of the Minneapolis Police Department.  If you want to receive the Precinct’s quarterly e-newsletter, please subscribe at the bottom of: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>.\r\n\r\nWanted: Block Club Leaders! – Block clubs provide a way for neighbors to know one another, increase awareness, and decrease opportunities for crimes to occur.  Want to become a block club leader?  Please contact Chelsea Adams, our 5th Precinct Crime Prevention Specialist, at: <a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> publishes a monthly e-newsletter for Kenwood residents, including up-to-date crime information along with other news and events.  Special crime alert bulletins are also distributed when needed.  To be added to our resident email distribution list, send your email address to Kathy Williams, KIAA’s Communication Committee Chair: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>.\r\n\r\nNational Night Out (NNO) is an annual nationwide crime prevention event held in early August.  Residents participate in outdoor block parties and get to know their neighbors.  The event also promotes positive community-police partnerships in the context of a fun summer evening with family, neighbors, and friends.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">###</span></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">When to call 911</span></strong>\r\n<strong>A MESSAGE FROM A MPD CRIME PREVENTION SPECIALIST</strong>\r\n\r\nMany citizens observe suspicious activities or hear something that doesn’t seem right.  We think briefly about phoning 911, but often decide not to.  Below is a list of thoughts and facts about calling 911 that hopefully will demonstrate why we need to revise our thinking.\r\n\r\n1.) Thought:  Maybe this isn’t an emergency; is calling 911 appropriate?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> 911 is the only number in Minneapolis you can call to get a police, fire or ambulance response (examples: loud music or parties; gunshot sounds; alarms or glass being broken; unfamiliar person carrying valuable items down an alley or from a neighbor’s house; someone shouting “help”, “fire”, or “rape”; car driving slowly down the alley with its lights off; a person peering into parked cars, garages, or house windows).\r\n\r\n2.) Thought:  Will the perpetrator/s retaliate against me?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> Officers do not identify any 911 caller when stopping or talking to a suspicious person. You may also tell the 911 operator you want to remain anonymous. In cases of misdemeanor crime, the police might need to call you and have you verify the person and what you saw. Your anonymity can still be kept.\r\n\r\n3.) Thought:  By the time the police arrive, the suspicious person/s or vehicle will be gone.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> A caller to 911 is most helpful if able to describe the person/s, vehicle/s, and direction of travel (if moving). A 911 dispatcher can send messages to an officer’s in-squad-car computer.  If the suspicious person/s or vehicles are spotted at a later time, a good description provides the officer with enough probable cause to stop and identify the person or vehicle.\r\n\r\n4.) Thought:  I don’t want to get involved; maybe someone else will call.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> In order to have safer streets and communities, everyone needs to help.  Call 911 whenever you witness illegal or suspicious behavior/activity. The police need the community’s eyes and ears.  Without citizen help, our Minneapolis police have a much harder time enforcing the laws and stopping criminal behavior.\r\n\r\n<strong>Chelsea Adams</strong>\r\nCrime Prevention Specialist\r\nMinneapolis Police Department, 5th Precinct\r\n3101 Nicollet Ave S,\r\nMinneapolis, MN  55408\r\n<a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>\r\n(612) 673-2819\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong>\r\n\r\nARTRAGEOUS ADVENTURES\r\n612-423-7554\r\n2121 W. 21st St.\r\nAmanda Vallone\r\n<a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>\r\nA kids art studio; create, play &amp; party!\r\n\r\nBIRCHBARK BOOKS  612-374-4023\r\n2115 W. 21st St.                                                                                         <a href=\"mailto:info@birchbarkbooks.com\">info@birchbarkbooks.com</a>                                                                        <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com </a>                                                                                                                     A full-range indie bookstore featuring American Indian arts &amp; crafts                                HOURS\r\nMon – Fri: 9:00 to 6:00\r\nSat: 10:00 to 5:00\r\nSun: 11:00 to 5:00\r\n\r\nBOCKLEY GALLERY  612-377-4669\r\n2123 W. 21st St.                                                                                <a href=\"mailto:information@bockleygallerv.com\">information@bockleygallerv.com</a>                                                                <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>\r\nArt gallery  EXHIBITION HOURS  Wed, Fri, Sat: Noon to 5:00  Thu: Noon to 7:00\r\n\r\nFRAMESTYLES  612-374-2420\r\n2107 Penn Ave. S.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.framestyles.net\" target=\"_blank\">www.framestyles.net</a>                                                                                                                     Custom frame and gift shop                                                                                                          HOURS\r\nMon – Thu: 10:00 to 8:00\r\nFri: 10:00 to 6:00\r\nSat: 10:00 to 5:00\r\nSun: Noon to 4:00\r\n\r\nKENWOOD CAFÉ\r\n612-377-6876  2115 W. 21st St.\r\nDeli and neighborhood gathering spot                                                                                          HOURS\r\nMon - Sat: 7:00 to 7:00  Sun: 8:00 to 5:00                                                                            Extended hours event related\r\n\r\nKENWOOD ELEMENTARY  SCHOOL                                                                        612-668-2760\r\n2013 Penn Ave. S.\r\nSue Payne, Community Liaison <a href=\"mailto:Kenwoodpta@yahoo.com\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwoodpta@yahoo.com</a>          <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>                                                                                       Neighborhood school - K to 5th grade\r\n\r\n\r\nKENWOOD PET CLINIC                                                                                                    612-377-5551\r\n2107 Penn Ave. S.                                                                                     <a href=\"http://www.kenwoodpetclinic.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwoodpetclinic.com</a>                                                                                                        Routine and specialized medical &amp; surgical care, including dentistry\r\nHOURS\r\nMon and Thu: 8:30 to 6:00  Tue and Wed: 8:30 to 8:00  Fri: 8:30 to 5:30\r\nSat: 8:30 to 1:00\r\n\r\n\r\nKENWOOD RECREATION  CENTER\r\n612-370-4941\r\n2101 W. Franklin Ave.  <a href=\"mailto:mmercil@minneapolisparks.org\">mmercil@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>  Year-round City Park offering recreational  programs for all ages. Rental space avail.\r\nHOURS\r\nNon-summer: Mon - Fri: 12:30 to 9:00             Sat: 9:00 to 3:00          Summer: Mon - Thu: 12:30 to 9:00             Fri: 12:30 to 5:00\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nSTEPHEN DEAN\'S TAILORS                                                                                           612-374-2663\r\n2102 Penn Ave. S, Lower Level                                                                                                Complete alterations for men\'s and women\'s clothing\r\nHOURS\r\nTue - Fri: 8:30 to 5:00  Sat: 9:00 to 3:00\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<strong>Note:</strong> Business hours are subject to  change','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-44','','','2011-11-30 12:36:20','2011-11-30 18:36:20','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/11/30/11-revision-44/',0,'revision','',0),(298,1,'2011-11-16 14:16:07','2011-11-16 20:16:07','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Lake of Isles</strong> – connected to Cedar Lake and Lake Calhoun by canals. LOI is excellent for canoeing and is home to winter ice skating and hockey. A walking path and one-way cycling path are located along the 2.9 mile shoreline.  For more information on LOI and the off-leash dog park located near its south shore, click on:  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=258\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=258</a>\r\n\r\nFor information on the canoe racks, click on:                            <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=26#canoe\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=26#canoe</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles.gif\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-77\" title=\"LoIsles\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LoIsles-300x293.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"293\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake</strong> – located west of Lake of the Isles. The lake has 3 sandy beaches: Cedar Point, Cedar South, and East Cedar.  For more information on Cedar Lake, click on:  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=261\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=261</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Tennis</strong> – Kenwood Park is home to six tennis courts, the largest bank of tennis courts in the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board (MPRB) system. The courts were reconstructed in 2007 as a result of a unique partnership between the MPRB, the United States Tennis Association (USTA), and Support the Courts Foundation (which conducted the fundraising effort for the project).\r\n\r\nPlay on the Kenwood courts is free and open to the public, on a first-come, first-served basis; there are no reservations. Players are asked to limit their playing time to one hour, as a courtesy to others who may be waiting for a court. Summer lessons are offered by the MPRB and The InnerCity Tennis Program. For more MPRB tennis information, go to:   <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=776\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=776</a>.                                                              For more InnerCity Tennis information, go to: <a href=\"http://www.innercitytennis.org\">www.innercitytennis.org</a>\r\n\r\nTremendous thanks to the Kenwood &amp; Lowry Hill Neighborhood Associations and the generosity of hundreds of individual donors and volunteers who contributed to this project. Support the Courts Foundation continues to work raising funds to rebuild courts in other Minneapolis neighborhoods, using Kenwood as a blueprint. As of Summer 2011, Support the Courts Foundation has reconstructed 25 tennis courts in Kenwood, Webber, Pershing, Powderhorn &amp; Lake Hiawatha Parks.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.supportthecourts.net\" target=\"_blank\">supportthecourts.net</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle.jpg\"><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-78\" title=\"kenwood_angle\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/kenwood_angle-300x119.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"119\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>BICYCLE / PEDESTRIAN TRAILS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenilworth Trail –</strong>\r\nThe Kenilworth Trail is a paved bicycle trail in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It runs nearly 1.5 miles (2.4 km) and acts as a connector between the Cedar Lake Trail in the north and the Midtown Greenway in the south.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Midtown Greenway –</strong>\r\nThis trail connects to the Southwest LRT Trail, which provides a direct connection to the suburbs of St. Louis Park, Hopkins, and beyond.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/midtown.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/midtown.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake Trail –</strong>\r\nAlso known as America’s first bicycle freeway, the Cedar Lake Trail is a 3.5 mile path connecting St Louis Park with Downtown and the Mississippi River.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/where-to-ride.asp</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Cedar Lake LRT Regional Trail –</strong>\r\nThis popular trail is a 10\'-wide, multi-use paved trail with a center line. It runs from downtown Minneapolis and connects to other popular bike and pedestrian trails in the city and western suburbs.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.threeriversparks.org/trails/cedar-lake-trail.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">www.threeriversparks.org/trails/cedar-lake-trail.aspx</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>Kenwood Recreation Center/Kenwood Park</strong> – located at 2101 W. Franklin Ave. For more information on the activities offered and the amenities available:\r\nAt the Rec center, click on:                           <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=88&amp;parkid=159\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=88&amp;parkid=159</a>\r\nAt the Park, click on:                                       <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=177\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=4&amp;parkid=177</a>','RECREATION','','inherit','closed','closed','','22-revision-14','','','2011-11-16 14:16:07','2011-11-16 20:16:07','',22,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/11/16/22-revision-14/',0,'revision','',0),(300,1,'2011-11-30 08:37:23','2011-11-30 14:37:23','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>History of the Kenwood Neighborhood</strong>\r\n\r\nKenwood was the name of an addition platted just outside the Minneapolis city limits around 1887.  At that time, a rail line ran along the west side of the neighborhood near the shoreline of Cedar Lake.  A depot and a hotel were located at what is now West 22nd Street where it ends at Cedar Lake.\r\n\r\nLake of the Isles and its shoreline were acquired by the City of Minneapolis in 1886.  The lake became part of the city’s famed park system and “Chain of Lakes”, along with Cedar Lake to the west and Lakes Calhoun and Harriet to the south.  Lake of the Isles originally was a very large, mosquito-infested swamp, and in 1899, the city started the dredging that created the charming lake with its unusual islands, extensive shoreline, and surrounding picturesque parkland.\r\n\r\nA newspaper ad of the late 1880’s announced the Kenwood Addition as “high, sightly and attractive” and as the “choicest place for elegant residences.”  Lots were platted, streets were graded, city water pipes were laid, and city streetcar lines were planned.  Soon a number of large residences were built and over the next few decades the neighborhood filled with homes built in various styles then popular.\r\n\r\nKenwood has several landmarks In addition to Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake.  These include the 1910 brick water tower on Kenwood Parkway; the Peavey Fountain (originally built to water horses) at the intersection of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway and Kenwood Parkway; the “Mary Tyler Moore House” of television programming fame at the SW corner of Kenwood Parkway and W. 21st Street; and three grand, adjoining homes on the 2200 block of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway, built by Cream of Wheat founder Emory Mapes for himself and family members.  Other landmarks are Kenwood’s small commercially zoned area at Penn Ave. S. and W. 21st Street; Kenwood Elementary School and Park/Recreation Center at Penn Ave. S. and W. Franklin Ave;  Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church on W. Lake of the Isles Parkway at W. 21st St; and the very large natural green space amenity, Kenwood Park.\r\n\r\nKenwood Park occupies most of the northern portion of the neighborhood.  Although the park includes baseball and soccer fields, tennis courts, and a playground, most of the park has been reserved as open, natural space.  According to the Minneapolis Park Board website, the land for Kenwood Park was purchased in 1907, and low land in the park was filled with material dredged from Lake of the Isles in 1908.  Tennis courts and sidewalks were installed between 1911 and 1913.  During the 1920’s, neighborhood residents opposed plans for further development of the park, fearing the destruction of the park’s natural features.  Neighborhood opposition caused the development plans to be scaled back significantly.\r\n\r\nKenwood includes about 540 residential structures, most of which are single-family houses dating from the late 1800’s and early 1900’s.  Many larger homes were divided into rooming houses and duplexes during the mid-1900’s, but in the 1960’s and 1970’s most of these homes were rehabilitated and converted back to single-family use.  Kenwood’s popularity grew in the 1980’s and 1990’s as residents and buyers recognized the increasing value of the neighborhood’s beautiful homes and Kenwood’s proximity to downtown, Uptown, and the Minneapolis park and lake system.\r\n\r\nThose interested in historical research can find many photographs of the neighborhood in the archives of the Minnesota Historical Society, at <a title=\"www.mnhs.org\" href=\"http://www.mnhs.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mnhs.org</a> , and the Minneapolis Public Library, at <a title=\"www.mplib.org\" href=\"http://www.mplib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mplib.org</a>.<strong><strong>\r\n</strong></strong>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong>\r\n<table width=\"507\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"><col width=\"116\" /> <col width=\"75\" /> <col width=\"78\" /> <col width=\"53\" /> <col width=\"79\" /> <col span=\"2\" width=\"53\" />\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"3\" width=\"269\" height=\"18\">KENWOOD</td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"79\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"4\" height=\"18\"> GENERAL DEMOGRAPHICS IN 2000</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"12\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td>COUNT</td>\r\n<td>PERCENT</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">POPULATION</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Total</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1500</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Gender</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Male</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">756</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">50.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Female</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">744</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">49.6%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Age</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Under Age 5</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">105</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">7.0%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">5 to 9</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">98</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.5%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">10 to 14</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">102</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">15 to 19</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">65</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">4.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">20 to 24</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">33</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">25 to 34</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">168</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">11.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">35 to 44</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">274</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">18.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">45 to 54</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">312</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">20.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">55 to 59</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">121</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">8.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">60 to 64</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">72</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">4.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">65 to 74</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">92</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">75 to 84</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">40</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">85 &amp; over</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">18</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Median age</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">41.8</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Race</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">White</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1416</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">94.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Black</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">21</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Am. Indian</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">0.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Asian</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">40</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Other</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">0.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">2 or more races</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">16</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">HOUSING UNITS</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Total</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">620</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">606</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">97.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Vacant</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">14</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Owner Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">508</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">83.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Renter Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">98</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">16.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"2\" height=\"15\">Source:  US Census Bureau</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> has a Crime &amp; Safety Committee to promote safety in our neighborhood, chaired by Mark Johnson.  Committee goals include educating residents about safety issues, recruiting block leaders, and maintaining communications with the Minneapolis Police Department and the 5th Police Precinct’s civilian Crime Prevention Specialist.\r\n\r\nFor detailed information regarding crime prevention, graffiti removal, unwanted solicitations, and other safety tips, visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police</a>.\r\n\r\nThe Kenwood neighborhood is assigned to the 5th Precinct of the Minneapolis Police Department.  If you want to receive the Precinct’s quarterly e-newsletter, please subscribe at the bottom of: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>.\r\n\r\nWanted: Block Club Leaders! – Block clubs provide a way for neighbors to know one another, increase awareness, and decrease opportunities for crimes to occur.  Want to become a block club leader?  Please contact Chelsea Adams, our 5th Precinct Crime Prevention Specialist, at: <a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> publishes a monthly e-newsletter for Kenwood residents, including up-to-date crime information along with other news and events.  Special crime alert bulletins are also distributed when needed.  To be added to our resident email distribution list, send your email address to Kathy Williams, KIAA’s Communication Committee Chair: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>.\r\n\r\nNational Night Out (NNO) is an annual nationwide crime prevention event held in early August.  Residents participate in outdoor block parties and get to know their neighbors.  The event also promotes positive community-police partnerships in the context of a fun summer evening with family, neighbors, and friends.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">###</span></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">When to call 911</span></strong>\r\n<strong>A MESSAGE FROM A MPD CRIME PREVENTION SPECIALIST</strong>\r\n\r\nMany citizens observe suspicious activities or hear something that doesn’t seem right.  We think briefly about phoning 911, but often decide not to.  Below is a list of thoughts and facts about calling 911 that hopefully will demonstrate why we need to revise our thinking.\r\n\r\n1.) Thought:  Maybe this isn’t an emergency; is calling 911 appropriate?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> 911 is the only number in Minneapolis you can call to get a police, fire or ambulance response (examples: loud music or parties; gunshot sounds; alarms or glass being broken; unfamiliar person carrying valuable items down an alley or from a neighbor’s house; someone shouting “help”, “fire”, or “rape”; car driving slowly down the alley with its lights off; a person peering into parked cars, garages, or house windows).\r\n\r\n2.) Thought:  Will the perpetrator/s retaliate against me?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> Officers do not identify any 911 caller when stopping or talking to a suspicious person. You may also tell the 911 operator you want to remain anonymous. In cases of misdemeanor crime, the police might need to call you and have you verify the person and what you saw. Your anonymity can still be kept.\r\n\r\n3.) Thought:  By the time the police arrive, the suspicious person/s or vehicle will be gone.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> A caller to 911 is most helpful if able to describe the person/s, vehicle/s, and direction of travel (if moving). A 911 dispatcher can send messages to an officer’s in-squad-car computer.  If the suspicious person/s or vehicles are spotted at a later time, a good description provides the officer with enough probable cause to stop and identify the person or vehicle.\r\n\r\n4.) Thought:  I don’t want to get involved; maybe someone else will call.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> In order to have safer streets and communities, everyone needs to help.  Call 911 whenever you witness illegal or suspicious behavior/activity. The police need the community’s eyes and ears.  Without citizen help, our Minneapolis police have a much harder time enforcing the laws and stopping criminal behavior.\r\n\r\n<strong>Chelsea Adams</strong>\r\nCrime Prevention Specialist\r\nMinneapolis Police Department, 5th Precinct\r\n3101 Nicollet Ave S,\r\nMinneapolis, MN  55408\r\n<a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>\r\n(612) 673-2819\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong>\r\n\r\nARTRAGEOUS ADVENTURES\r\n612-423-7554\r\n2121 W. 21st St.\r\nAmanda Vallone\r\n<a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>\r\nA kids art studio; create, play &amp; party!\r\n\r\nBIRCHBARK BOOKS  612-374-4023\r\n2115 W. 21st St.                                                                                         <a href=\"mailto:info@birchbarkbooks.com\">info@birchbarkbooks.com</a>                                                                        <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com </a>                                                                                                                     A full-range indie bookstore featuring American Indian arts &amp; crafts                                HOURS\r\nMon – Fri: 9:00 to 6:00\r\nSat: 10:00 to 5:00\r\nSun: 11:00 to 5:00\r\n\r\nBOCKLEY GALLERY  612-377-4669\r\n2123 W. 21st St.                                                                                <a href=\"mailto:information@bockleygallerv.com\">information@bockleygallerv.com</a>                                                                <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>\r\nArt gallery  EXHIBITION HOURS  Wed, Fri, Sat: Noon to 5:00  Thu: Noon to 7:00\r\n\r\nFRAMESTYLES  612-374-2420\r\n2107 Penn Ave. S.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.framestyles.net\" target=\"_blank\">www.framestyles.net</a>                                                                                                                     Custom frame and gift shop                                                                                                          HOURS\r\nMon – Thu: 10:00 to 8:00\r\nFri: 10:00 to 6:00\r\nSat: 10:00 to 5:00\r\nSun: Noon to 4:00\r\n\r\nKENWOOD CAFÉ\r\n612-377-6876  2115 W. 21st St.\r\nDeli and neighborhood gathering spot                                                                                          HOURS\r\nMon - Sat: 7:00 to 7:00  Sun: 8:00 to 5:00                                                                            Extended hours event related\r\n\r\nKENWOOD ELEMENTARY  SCHOOL                                                                        612-668-2760\r\n2013 Penn Ave. S.\r\nSue Payne, Community Liaison <a href=\"mailto:Kenwoodpta@yahoo.com\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwoodpta@yahoo.com</a>          <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>                                                                                       Neighborhood school - K to 5th grade\r\n\r\nKENWOOD PET CLINIC                                                                                                    612-377-5551\r\n2107 Penn Ave. S.                                                                                     <a href=\"http://www.kenwoodpetclinic.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwoodpetclinic.com</a>                                                                                                        Routine and specialized medical &amp; surgical care, including dentistry\r\nHOURS\r\nMon and Thu: 8:30 to 6:00  Tue and Wed: 8:30 to 8:00  Fri: 8:30 to 5:30\r\nSat: 8:30 to 1:00\r\n\r\nKENWOOD RECREATION  CENTER\r\n612-370-4941\r\n2101 W. Franklin Ave.  <a href=\"mailto:mmercil@minneapolisparks.org\">mmercil@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>  Year-round City Park offering recreational  programs for all ages. Rental space avail.\r\nHOURS\r\nNon-summer: Mon - Fri: 12:30 to 9:00             Sat: 9:00 to 3:00\r\n\r\nSummer: Mon - Thu: 12:30 to 9:00             Fri: 12:30 to 5:00\r\n\r\nSTEPHEN DEAN\'S TAILORS                                                                                           612-374-2663\r\n2102 Penn Ave. S, Lower Level                                                                                                Complete alterations for men\'s and women\'s clothing\r\nHOURS\r\nTue - Fri: 8:30 to 5:00  Sat: 9:00 to 3:00\r\n\r\n<strong>Note:</strong> Business hours are subject to  change','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-45','','','2011-11-30 08:37:23','2011-11-30 14:37:23','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/11/30/11-revision-45/',0,'revision','',0),(301,1,'2011-12-15 18:14:38','2011-12-16 00:14:38','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>History of the Kenwood Neighborhood</strong>\r\n\r\nKenwood was the name of an addition platted just outside the Minneapolis city limits around 1887.  At that time, a rail line ran along the west side of the neighborhood near the shoreline of Cedar Lake.  A depot and a hotel were located at what is now West 22nd Street where it ends at Cedar Lake.\r\n\r\nLake of the Isles and its shoreline were acquired by the City of Minneapolis in 1886.  The lake became part of the city’s famed park system and “Chain of Lakes”, along with Cedar Lake to the west and Lakes Calhoun and Harriet to the south.  Lake of the Isles originally was a very large, mosquito-infested swamp, and in 1899, the city started the dredging that created the charming lake with its unusual islands, extensive shoreline, and surrounding picturesque parkland.\r\n\r\nA newspaper ad of the late 1880’s announced the Kenwood Addition as “high, sightly and attractive” and as the “choicest place for elegant residences.”  Lots were platted, streets were graded, city water pipes were laid, and city streetcar lines were planned.  Soon a number of large residences were built and over the next few decades the neighborhood filled with homes built in various styles then popular.\r\n\r\nKenwood has several landmarks In addition to Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake.  These include the 1910 brick water tower on Kenwood Parkway; the Peavey Fountain (originally built to water horses) at the intersection of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway and Kenwood Parkway; the “Mary Tyler Moore House” of television programming fame at the SW corner of Kenwood Parkway and W. 21st Street; and three grand, adjoining homes on the 2200 block of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway, built by Cream of Wheat founder Emory Mapes for himself and family members.  Other landmarks are Kenwood’s small commercially zoned area at Penn Ave. S. and W. 21st Street; Kenwood Elementary School and Park/Recreation Center at Penn Ave. S. and W. Franklin Ave;  Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church on W. Lake of the Isles Parkway at W. 21st St; and the very large natural green space amenity, Kenwood Park.\r\n\r\nKenwood Park occupies most of the northern portion of the neighborhood.  Although the park includes baseball and soccer fields, tennis courts, and a playground, most of the park has been reserved as open, natural space.  According to the Minneapolis Park Board website, the land for Kenwood Park was purchased in 1907, and low land in the park was filled with material dredged from Lake of the Isles in 1908.  Tennis courts and sidewalks were installed between 1911 and 1913.  During the 1920’s, neighborhood residents opposed plans for further development of the park, fearing the destruction of the park’s natural features.  Neighborhood opposition caused the development plans to be scaled back significantly.\r\n\r\nKenwood includes about 540 residential structures, most of which are single-family houses dating from the late 1800’s and early 1900’s.  Many larger homes were divided into rooming houses and duplexes during the mid-1900’s, but in the 1960’s and 1970’s most of these homes were rehabilitated and converted back to single-family use.  Kenwood’s popularity grew in the 1980’s and 1990’s as residents and buyers recognized the increasing value of the neighborhood’s beautiful homes and Kenwood’s proximity to downtown, Uptown, and the Minneapolis park and lake system.\r\n\r\nThose interested in historical research can find many photographs of the neighborhood in the archives of the Minnesota Historical Society, at <a title=\"www.mnhs.org\" href=\"http://www.mnhs.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mnhs.org</a> , and the Minneapolis Public Library, at <a title=\"www.mplib.org\" href=\"http://www.mplib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mplib.org</a>.<strong><strong>\r\n</strong></strong>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong>\r\n<table width=\"507\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"><col width=\"116\" /> <col width=\"75\" /> <col width=\"78\" /> <col width=\"53\" /> <col width=\"79\" /> <col span=\"2\" width=\"53\" />\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"3\" width=\"269\" height=\"18\">KENWOOD</td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"79\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"4\" height=\"18\"> GENERAL DEMOGRAPHICS IN 2000</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"12\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td>COUNT</td>\r\n<td>PERCENT</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">POPULATION</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Total</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1500</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Gender</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Male</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">756</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">50.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Female</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">744</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">49.6%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Age</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Under Age 5</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">105</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">7.0%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">5 to 9</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">98</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.5%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">10 to 14</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">102</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">15 to 19</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">65</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">4.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">20 to 24</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">33</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">25 to 34</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">168</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">11.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">35 to 44</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">274</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">18.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">45 to 54</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">312</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">20.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">55 to 59</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">121</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">8.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">60 to 64</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">72</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">4.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">65 to 74</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">92</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">75 to 84</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">40</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">85 &amp; over</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">18</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Median age</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">41.8</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Race</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">White</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1416</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">94.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Black</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">21</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Am. Indian</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">0.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Asian</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">40</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Other</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">0.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">2 or more races</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">16</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">HOUSING UNITS</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Total</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">620</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">606</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">97.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Vacant</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">14</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Owner Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">508</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">83.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Renter Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">98</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">16.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"2\" height=\"15\">Source:  US Census Bureau</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> has a Crime &amp; Safety Committee to promote safety in our neighborhood, chaired by Mark Johnson.  Committee goals include educating residents about safety issues, recruiting block leaders, and maintaining communications with the Minneapolis Police Department and the 5th Police Precinct’s civilian Crime Prevention Specialist.\r\n\r\nFor detailed information regarding crime prevention, graffiti removal, unwanted solicitations, and other safety tips, visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police</a>.\r\n\r\nThe Kenwood neighborhood is assigned to the 5th Precinct of the Minneapolis Police Department.  If you want to receive the Precinct’s quarterly e-newsletter, please subscribe at the bottom of: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>.\r\n\r\nWanted: Block Club Leaders! – Block clubs provide a way for neighbors to know one another, increase awareness, and decrease opportunities for crimes to occur.  Want to become a block club leader?  Please contact Chelsea Adams, our 5th Precinct Crime Prevention Specialist, at: <a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> publishes a monthly e-newsletter for Kenwood residents, including up-to-date crime information along with other news and events.  Special crime alert bulletins are also distributed when needed.  To be added to our resident email distribution list, send your email address to Kathy Williams, KIAA’s Communication Committee Chair: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>.\r\n\r\nNational Night Out (NNO) is an annual nationwide crime prevention event held in early August.  Residents participate in outdoor block parties and get to know their neighbors.  The event also promotes positive community-police partnerships in the context of a fun summer evening with family, neighbors, and friends.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">###</span></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">When to call 911</span></strong>\r\n<strong>A MESSAGE FROM A MPD CRIME PREVENTION SPECIALIST</strong>\r\n\r\nMany citizens observe suspicious activities or hear something that doesn’t seem right.  We think briefly about phoning 911, but often decide not to.  Below is a list of thoughts and facts about calling 911 that hopefully will demonstrate why we need to revise our thinking.\r\n\r\n1.) Thought:  Maybe this isn’t an emergency; is calling 911 appropriate?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> 911 is the only number in Minneapolis you can call to get a police, fire or ambulance response (examples: loud music or parties; gunshot sounds; alarms or glass being broken; unfamiliar person carrying valuable items down an alley or from a neighbor’s house; someone shouting “help”, “fire”, or “rape”; car driving slowly down the alley with its lights off; a person peering into parked cars, garages, or house windows).\r\n\r\n2.) Thought:  Will the perpetrator/s retaliate against me?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> Officers do not identify any 911 caller when stopping or talking to a suspicious person. You may also tell the 911 operator you want to remain anonymous. In cases of misdemeanor crime, the police might need to call you and have you verify the person and what you saw. Your anonymity can still be kept.\r\n\r\n3.) Thought:  By the time the police arrive, the suspicious person/s or vehicle will be gone.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> A caller to 911 is most helpful if able to describe the person/s, vehicle/s, and direction of travel (if moving). A 911 dispatcher can send messages to an officer’s in-squad-car computer.  If the suspicious person/s or vehicles are spotted at a later time, a good description provides the officer with enough probable cause to stop and identify the person or vehicle.\r\n\r\n4.) Thought:  I don’t want to get involved; maybe someone else will call.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> In order to have safer streets and communities, everyone needs to help.  Call 911 whenever you witness illegal or suspicious behavior/activity. The police need the community’s eyes and ears.  Without citizen help, our Minneapolis police have a much harder time enforcing the laws and stopping criminal behavior.\r\n\r\n<strong>Chelsea Adams</strong>\r\nCrime Prevention Specialist\r\nMinneapolis Police Department, 5th Precinct\r\n3101 Nicollet Ave S,\r\nMinneapolis, MN  55408\r\n<a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>\r\n(612) 673-2819\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong>\r\n\r\nARTRAGEOUS ADVENTURES\r\n612-423-7554\r\n2121 W. 21st St.\r\nAmanda Vallone\r\n<a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>\r\nA kids art studio; create, play &amp; party!\r\n\r\nBIRCHBARK BOOKS                                                                                                         612-374-4023\r\n2115 W. 21st St.                                                                                         <a href=\"mailto:info@birchbarkbooks.com\">info@birchbarkbooks.com</a>                                                                        <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com </a>                                                                                                                     A full-range indie bookstore featuring American Indian arts &amp; crafts                                HOURS\r\nMon – Fri: 9:00 to 6:00\r\nSat: 10:00 to 5:00\r\nSun: 11:00 to 5:00\r\n\r\nBOCKLEY GALLERY                                                                                                          612-377-4669\r\n2123 W. 21st St.                                                                                <a href=\"mailto:information@bockleygallerv.com\">information@bockleygallerv.com</a>                                                                <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>\r\nArt gallery  EXHIBITION HOURS  Wed, Fri, Sat: Noon to 5:00  Thu: Noon to 7:00\r\n\r\nFRAMESTYLES                                                                                                                   612-374-2420\r\n2107 Penn Ave. S.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.framestyles.net\" target=\"_blank\">www.framestyles.net</a>                                                                                                                     Custom frame and gift shop                                                                                                          HOURS\r\nMon – Thu: 10:00 to 8:00\r\nFri: 10:00 to 6:00\r\nSat: 10:00 to 5:00\r\nSun: Noon to 4:00\r\n\r\nKENWOOD CAFÉ\r\n612-377-6876  2115 W. 21st St.\r\nDeli and neighborhood gathering spot                                                                                          HOURS\r\nMon - Sat: 7:00 to 7:00  Sun: 8:00 to 5:00                                                                            Extended hours event related\r\n\r\nKENWOOD ELEMENTARY  SCHOOL                                                                        612-668-2760\r\n2013 Penn Ave. S.\r\nSue Payne, Community Liaison <a href=\"mailto:Kenwoodpta@yahoo.com\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwoodpta@yahoo.com</a>          <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>                                                                                       Neighborhood school - K to 5th grade\r\n\r\nKENWOOD PET CLINIC                                                                                                    612-377-5551\r\n2107 Penn Ave. S.                                                                                     <a href=\"http://www.kenwoodpetclinic.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwoodpetclinic.com</a>                                                                                                        Routine and specialized medical &amp; surgical care, including dentistry\r\nHOURS\r\nMon and Thu: 8:30 to 6:00  Tue and Wed: 8:30 to 8:00  Fri: 8:30 to 5:30\r\nSat: 8:30 to 1:00\r\n\r\nKENWOOD RECREATION  CENTER\r\n612-370-4941\r\n2101 W. Franklin Ave.  <a href=\"mailto:mmercil@minneapolisparks.org\">mmercil@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>  Year-round City Park offering recreational  programs for all ages. Rental space avail.\r\nHOURS\r\nNon-summer: Mon - Fri: 12:30 to 9:00             Sat: 9:00 to 3:00\r\n\r\nSummer: Mon - Thu: 12:30 to 9:00             Fri: 12:30 to 5:00\r\n\r\nSTEPHEN DEAN\'S TAILORS                                                                                           612-374-2663\r\n2102 Penn Ave. S, Lower Level                                                                                                Complete alterations for men\'s and women\'s clothing\r\nHOURS\r\nTue - Fri: 8:30 to 5:00  Sat: 9:00 to 3:00\r\n\r\n<strong>Note:</strong> Business hours are subject to  change','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-46','','','2011-12-15 18:14:38','2011-12-16 00:14:38','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/12/15/11-revision-46/',0,'revision','',0),(716,2,'2013-06-21 17:01:09','2013-06-21 22:01:09','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our HOME page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Board Meetings are at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave, from 7 - 8:30 PM: open to the public, please come! </strong>The meetings are  generally held on the first Monday of the month. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>“Lunch with Lisa”: </strong>Lisa Goodman, our Minneapolis City Council Member, provides the opportunity to talk with her about what’s on your mind and hear an interesting speaker on a topic of interest to our community. Generally held at the University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10<sup>th</sup> St, from noon - 1 PM on the 4<sup>th</sup> Wednesday of the month, these meetings will resume on October 26<sup>th</sup> and are open to the public: get there early to buy a lunch and get a good seat! For dates and to be added to Lisa’s mailing list, visit  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ANNUAL EVENTS</strong><strong>: </strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> January </strong></span>Neighborhood ice skating party, Lake of the Isles skating rink<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> February </strong></span>City of Lakes Loppet cross country ski festival; visit <a href=\"http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.cityoflakesloppet.com</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> April</strong></span> Earth Day. Neighborhood volunteers pick up garbage bags at the Kenwood Recreation Center and help clean up the area.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>April</strong></span>  Kenwood Recreation Center Annual Spring Egg Hunt.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> May  </strong></span>Kenwood Carnival, Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave S; food &amp; fun for the entire family!  Visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> Summer </strong></span>Cromulent Shakespeare Company presents a performance in Kenwood Park. See:  <a href=\"http://www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html\" target=\"_blank\">www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>October</strong></span> Twin Cities Marathon; visit <a href=\"http://www.mtcmarathon.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mtcmarathon.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ONGOING: </strong>\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Walker Library</strong>,<strong> </strong>2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers, families, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call 630-6650 for details.\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> Recreation Center</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt classes offered by <strong>ARTrageous</strong>, 2121 W. 21<sup>st </sup>St; visit <a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net/\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>.\r\n\r\nAuthor reading series at <strong>Birchbark Books</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>.\r\n\r\nChamber concerts performed by the <strong>Isles Ensemble</strong> at the Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway; visit <a href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.islesensemble.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt exhibits and receptions at the <strong>Bockley Gallery</strong>, 2123 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>.\r\n\r\nYouth sports are handled by <strong>WESAC Sports</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.wesac.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.wesac.org</a>.\r\n\r\nEvents at the <strong>Walker Art Cente</strong>r, 1750 Hennepin Ave; visit <a href=\"http://www.walkerart.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.walkerart.org</a>.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> E-Mail News Group</strong>:  If you would like to receive a monthly update of news and events in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send an e-mail including your name, e-mail address, and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-23','','','2013-06-21 17:01:09','2013-06-21 22:01:09','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2013/06/21/16-revision-23/',0,'revision','',0);
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (1136,2,'2015-03-04 09:46:53','2015-03-04 15:46:53','<strong>Southwest LRT Update         </strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects, at their meeting on:\r\n\r\n<strong>Wednesday, March 4</strong>\r\nMeeting begins at 5:00 p.m.\r\nOpen Time is 5:30 p.m.*\r\nMinneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board\r\n2117 West River Road N  <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcf_ppbG7-9cYjhQtnetrbWTohGFyNG3AzibZtesYx6jrPVhYVYi_GbCgyY4b3ln6Ez3xbedkmAWFBwwvZBYz39m1Ac1zk2jIaHQ6gtSsKU8_7AnAMe4p7NfsRRUP3FV7ZBnuNCvy_spUyDp8ouRJZyIP5BRl_xD68_3egXJ5kFH5Db0GlPDWSeov6gPE3vExrUindhInRrW-EWKOVRXdQ-ZrmYwPhI7rsoVW7VBVy8Dp9qnCmNikX6qe5Orqim9bkIszVJiv35QZZJRauPzWpg1TQCV8Yk4OLs9rrtjCJDcKeaLIys_j6NI6vem69H49Hk9bsFQ1TgIe38OVvWQw3_dSTUoVUC2pnimA7VEkkMGdjPHsavUox93fy78fdGZxV9YU5JYTuqhIcDWYbL0KxboAABeUSUxUF7ZoLY_jYA28jZzjG6FN1LCm-_6xrmpLbtz3qCQ8k0mQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Map</a>\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners will be voting on the following resolution:\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n\r\n* Persons wishing to speak can call in before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting by calling 612-230-6400 to be placed on the agenda or can sign up at the Board meeting prior to the start of \"Open Time\". As stated in Board Rules \"Open Time\" shall not exceed a total of 15 minutes with up to three minutes allowed for citizen testimony, with the time limit to be allotted by the President.\r\n\r\n<strong>**Contact information for Commissioners:</strong>\r\n\r\nLiz Wielinski\r\nCommissioner District 1, President\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 1\r\n<a href=\"mailto:LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nJon Olson\r\nCommissioner District 2\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 2\r\n<a href=\"mailto:JOlson@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">JOlson@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nScott Vreeland\r\nCommissioner District 3\r\n612-721-7892\r\n<a href=\"mailto:SVreeland@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">SVreeland@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nAnita Tabb\r\nCommissioner District 4\r\n612-230-6443 Ext. 4\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ATabb@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">ATabb@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nSteffanie Musich\r\nCommissioner District 5\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 5\r\n<a href=\"mailto:SMusich@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">SMusich@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nBrad Bourn\r\nCommissioner District 6\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 6\r\n<a href=\"mailto:BBourn@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">BBourn@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nJohn Erwin\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 7\r\n<a href=\"mailto:JErwin@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">JErwin@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nMeg Forney\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 8\r\n<a href=\"mailto:MForney@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">MForney@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nM. Annie Young\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 9\r\n<a href=\"mailto:AYoung@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">AYoung@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe SWLRT Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC. Her summary of the February meeting can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/CAC_Feb-24-2015-notes.docx\">CAC_Feb 24 2015 notes</a>\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong></p>\r\nBy Michael Wilson (published in January 2015 Hill and Lake Press)\r\n\r\nFunding and legal challenges to the Southwest LRT project, coming on top of the Minneapolis Park Board’s determination to study the feasibility and prudence of alternatives to the obtrusive bridges planned for the Kenilworth Channel, have led some frustrated state and Metropolitan Council officials to charge that the continued viability of the $1.65 billion project is being threatened.\r\n\r\nThe Park Board has become the current primary target of wrath from those who want the embattled project to proceed exactly as currently designed. But challenges also loom in the form of potential state and federal funding shortfalls in addition to a federal lawsuit by the Lakes and Parks Alliance asserting that the Met Council sought and obtained municipal consent for the project without completing a supplement to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).\r\n\r\nAlso apparent is mounting pushback from many outstate and metro-area officials and citizens  troubled with what they view as a disproportionate share of transportation dollars being allotted to just one part of a projected transit network while the need for increased transportation funding throughout the state has reached critical levels.\r\n\r\nAnd less palpable but no less real is the weariness and wariness that many are feeling — perhaps particularly those in our Hill and Lake neighborhoods — after two decades of misinformed decisions, broken promises and battles to try to get Southwest LRT done right.\r\n\r\n<strong>The Park Board and Section 4(f)</strong>\r\n\r\nWhen the DEIS for the Southwest LRT project was published in October 2012, relocation of freight rail from the Kenilworth Corridor to a new route in St. Louis Park was accepted as fact. In its response to the DEIS the Park Board expressed its concerns over the impacts that LRT would impose on the environmentally sensitive corridor and in particular on the Park Board-owned lakes and Kenilworth Channel, part of the historic Grand Rounds. Of special concern were the massive bridges that would be required to carry 220 LRT trains daily over the channel.\r\n\r\nConsternation soon followed when Twin Cities &amp; Western RR, operator of freight in the corridor, refused to give any serious consideration to relocating its trains from the Kenilworth Corridor, creating the specter of a rebuilt, enlarged freight bridge joining the LRT bridges.\r\n\r\nIn April 2013 the Southwest Project Office proposed six options for fitting freight, LRT, and recreational trails in the corridor. Two of those options involved putting LRT in either a deep-bore tunnel or two shallow cut-and-cover tunnels. The tunneling options were accepted as feasible — engineers can build anything you want, including Boston’s “Big Dig” and the English Channel tunnel. Paying for it is another matter, though, and in September 2013, concerned by total project costs that had by then climbed well past $1 billion, the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee voted to cease any further preliminary engineering work on the deep-bore tunnel option.\r\n\r\n<strong>Park Board’s ‘voice crying in the wilderness’</strong>\r\n\r\nThroughout 2013 and much of 2014 the Park Board continued to express grave misgivings over the potential adverse and irreparable visual, safety, noise, and aesthetic impacts posed by new LRT bridges and traffic. Despite the Park Board’s clout under Section 4(f) of the 1966 Department of Transportation Act, which allows the Secretary of Transportation to approve a highway project that uses publicly owned parkland or land from a historic site only if there is no “feasible and prudent alternative to the use of such land” and if the project includes “all possible planning to minimize harm,” Park Board commissioners felt that their concerns were being given short shrift by the Met Council and SWLRT planners.\r\n\r\nFinally on Oct. 1 the Park Board voted to allocate up to $500,000 to conduct their own feasibility and prudence study to inform their response to the promised Supplemental DEIS, their decision on signing off on the project to the Secretary of Transportation — and their option to sue the Met Council and the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) over the matter.\r\n\r\nAn already unhappy Met Council was even less pleased when on Nov. 19 the Park Board awarded a $245,000 contract to Brierley Associates for the first phase of a two-part study to evaluate the feasibility of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel.\r\n\r\nAt its Jan. 7 and 16 meetings the Park Board heard positive feasibility results on two tunneling options studied by Brierley. A cut-and-cover tunnel option, which would involve shutting down the channel during construction, was already familiar to most listeners. A less-familiar technique called a “jacked box” tunnel generated significant interest.\r\n\r\nAccording to the Federal Highway Administration Technical Manual, “jacked box tunneling is a unique tunneling method for constructing shallow rectangular road tunnels beneath critical facilities . . . without disruption of the services provided by those surface facilities or having to relocate them temporarily to accommodate open excavations for cut and cover construction.” Jacked box tunneling had mostly been used outside the U.S., according to the FHA, until it was successfully applied to the construction of three short tunnels beneath a network of rail tracks at South Station in downtown Boston as part of the “Big Dig” project.\r\n\r\nAlso at its Jan. 7 meeting the Park Board approved a resolution to engage Brierley to complete the second, or prudence,” phase of the engineering study.\r\n\r\n<strong>Haigh, Dayton denounce Park Board actions</strong>\r\n\r\nWelcomed at the Jan. 7 meeting were SWLRT officials Mark Fuhrmann and Jim Alexander — the first time, Commissioner John Erwin pointed out, that Southwest staff or Met Council officials have ever attended a Park Board meeting. Their presence was in marked contrast to a letter sent earlier in the day to Board President Liz Wielinski from an exasperated Susan Haigh, outgoing chair of the Met Council.\r\n\r\nHaigh said she read the Park Board’s letter to the FTA regarding the Southwest LRT project “with great dismay and frustration” and excoriated the Board for “disregard[ing]” over two years of efforts by the Met Council to “consult and collaborate.” She characterized the Park Board’s initiative to obtain feasibility and prudence information on alternatives to LRT bridges over the channel — information the Park Board says it has sought but has been denied — as mere “attempts to delay” the SWLRT project.\r\n\r\nHaigh said that “neither I, nor the Governor, will support increasing the project budget” to accommodate anything other than the bridges already proposed. She also “strongly discourage[d] the Park Board from proceeding down a path toward litigation.”\r\n\r\nCommissioner Jon Olson countered that “this hasn’t been a two-way street at working together.” “We’re not here to make them happy,” he said. “We’re here to preserve out park system.” He reminded commissioners that on all too many past projects transportation planners have sought to take the “cheap and easy alternative” of parkland.\r\n\r\nGeneral Counsel Byron Rice affirmed the Park Board’s determination to move forward with its study of alternatives, saying that as SWLRT engineering approaches and passes the 30 percent point the Park Board’s “chance to exert [its] 4(f) influence may be lost.” “Make the FTA aware of your concerns,” he advised, “because ultimately the Park Board has to sign off” on the project.\r\n\r\nThe following day <em>StarTribune</em> readers were greeted by an remarkable page-one banner headline: “Dayton sees viability of Southwest LRT in doubt.” “Prospects are dimming this year” for the project, the story began, “as stronger opposition at the State Capitol is added to a lawsuit by residents opposed to the line and other potential delays.” Dayton was said to be “wondering if there’s enough support to push through the most expensive transportation project in state history.”\r\n\r\nAccording to the transcript of a December interview provided by the governor’s office, Dayton said that the Southwest project is “so bogged down now that I don’t know whether it’s going to be viable or not. I think the people who want to clog up the process have in mind to have this fall apart, and they may get their way.”\r\n\r\nIn a Jan. 8 letter to the <em>StarTribune</em> former Park Board president and CIDNA resident Tom Nordyke challenged Haigh’s and Dayton’s characterizations of Park Board actions. “These concerns are not new at all — the Park Board started raising them six years ago when I served as president,” Nordyke said, “at the same time the Park Board lawyers first advised that under federal law, parkland may not be claimed if there is a feasible alternative.”\r\n\r\nHaigh “can claim dismay all she likes,” Nordyke continued. “However, the Park Board has been very clear for a very long time that it was not on board with the plan and that it had legal standing to challenge it. The Met Council has chosen to ignore, bully, and now vilify the Park Board instead of working with it to address legitimate concerns.\r\n\r\n“Regardless of one’s stand on the Kenilworth channel,” wrote Nordyke, noting that he lives near the channel and supports SWLRT, “the Met Council should have respected the Park Board’s rights and duty to the citizens of Minneapolis. The responsibility for the current SWLRT crisis is on the Met Council’s shoulders, not the Park Board’s.”\r\n\r\n<strong>Municipal consent/DEIS lawsuit</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Lakes and Parks Alliance lawsuit, which asserts that the Metropolitan Council violated state and federal environmental protection law when it put the Southwest project out for municipal consent without meeting EIS requirements, heads to hearings in February and March.\r\n\r\nLPA, a grassroots organization formed to protect the Minneapolis lakes and parks from environmental damage threatened by the SWLRT route, has asked in Minnesota Federal District Court for a summary judgment in the case. LPA contends that a summary judgment is warranted because the facts in the case are not in dispute and are a matter of public record.\r\n\r\nThe Met Council and the FTA have filed a motion to dismiss the LPA suit. The Met Council said in a statement when the LPA suit was filed that state legislation authorizing the project recognized that municipal consent to the preliminary design plans and the environmental review would run simultaneously. “The Legislature did not require or expect the environmental review to be complete before municipal consent,” the statement said. Once the Supplemental DEIS is published, it said, “anyone, including cities and the public, will have an opportunity to comment on the SDEIS.” And if substantial changes need to be made to the design of the project, the Met Council would have to seek further municipal consent.\r\n\r\nMany Minneapolis residents and officials, already mistrustful of a Met Council making promises and assurances on which it later reversed course or backtracked, did not find the statement reassuring.\r\n\r\nIf the court rules for the LPA, the SWLRT approvals obtained by the Met Council through the municipal consent process would become null and void. LPA would ask that the Met Council be ordered to pause the project while the EIS required by state and federal laws was completed and provided to the municipalities along the line in advance of a new consent process.\r\n\r\n“If the municipal consent process has any validity,” says LPA board member and Lowry Hill resident George Puzak, “it has to mean that municipal officials — and the public — are entitled to know the environmental impact of the proposed SWLRT before the officials are forced to vote on it.”\r\n\r\nThe nub of the LPA case is that key portions of the original DEIS were invalidated when the Met Council yielded to TC&amp;W’s demand to continue running freight through the Kenilworth. The DEIS was predicated on relocation, not colocation, and included no mention of tunnels or the impacts of freight bridges and traffic. SWLRT planners initially expected to complete a supplemental DEIS in the first quarter of 2014, in advance of the municipal consent votes, but did not do so. The supplemental DEIS is now anticipated during the first half of 2015.\r\n\r\nJudge John Tunheim has scheduled court hearings on Feb. 25 for the FTA’s and Met Council’s Motion to Dismiss and on March 9 for LPA’s Motion for Summary Judgment. Both hearings are open to the public and Hill and Lake residents are urged to attend. For updates on the case or to support LPA’s efforts, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lakesandparks.com/\">lakesandparks.com</a>&gt;.\r\n\r\n<strong>State funding</strong>\r\n\r\nThe funding formula for SWLRT has called for the FTA to pay 50 percent of the project’s cost, with the Counties Transit Improvement Board (CTIB) putting in 30 percent. CTIB was formed in 2008 by the Legislature to invest in metro-area transit projects through annual capital and operating grants, using primarily a quarter-cent sales tax collected in the five participating counties (Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington). (For more information on CTIB, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://mnrides.org/\">mnrides.org</a>&gt;.)\r\n\r\nThe formula also called on the state and Hennepin County to pay for 10 percent of the project, which has now escalated to $1.65 billion. The state has already appropriated $44 million. The remaining $121 million must be appropriated during the 2015 legislative session for the Met Council to make its crucial application to the FTA for final federal funding. The election in November of a tax- and transit-averse Republican majority in the House, however, has cast doubt on the likelihood of the appropriation.\r\n\r\nDuring last fall’s campaign legislative Republicans made opposition to rail transit a key plank of their transportation policy, and this month the two parties have put forward widely differing plans for transportation priorities and how to pay for them.\r\n\r\nAccording to <em>Twin Cities Business</em> executive editor and Kenwood resident Adam Platt, who has followed the SWLRT saga for years, Southwest and all future Twin Cities transit projects face in House Republicans a “formidable and inflexible foe.” Platt reports that the Met Council believes it has the bonding capacity to fund the state’s share of Southwest, but would prefer not to use it.\r\n\r\nSouthwest backers have said that the $121 million could come from sources other than the state. But given the pushback from non-Hennepin County CTIB commissioners over escalating SWLRT costs and the finite resources available to the Hennepin County Board — and Commissioner Jeff Johnson’s adamant and oft-stated opposition to SWLRT during his run for the governorship last fall — finding an additional $121 million will not be easy.\r\n\r\n<strong>Federal funding</strong>\r\n\r\nEven the federal government’s 50 percent share of Southwest’s costs is perhaps not guaranteed. The massive 2015 spending bill passed by Congress in December gives priority to transit projects requiring less than a 40 percent share. While the bill does not directly impact Southwest now, the <em>StarTribune</em> reports, it “could affect the project if similar criteria are applied to 2016 spending, when the much-debated line will need funding.”\r\n\r\nA 10 percent reduction in the federal contribution would require local sources to come up with yet another $165 million — or scale back the project significantly. Laura Baenen, Southwest project spokesperson, told the <em>StarTribune</em> it’s too early to draw any conclusions about future funding challenges. “To say what might happen after this [2015 budget] is beyond anyone’s knowledge,” she said. “It’s just speculating.”\r\n\r\nFormer U.S. Rep Martin Sabo, who represented the Minneapolis area in Congress for nearly 30 years, says he believes the 2015 budget language as well as other recent Republican attempts to restrict funding for New Starts programs, of which SWLRT is one, could prove to be major obstacles. “It’s a clear indication of the direction the Congress is going in,” he told the <em>StarTribune</em>. Funding handicappers should keep in mind that the Congress will be controlled in 2016 by the same Republicans who control it today — and that 2016 is an election year.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor updates on all these issues and to participate in SWLRT advocacy work, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lrtdoneright.org/\">lrtdoneright.org</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe three comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-59','','','2015-03-04 09:46:53','2015-03-04 15:46:53','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/03/04/46-revision-59/',0,'revision','',0),(362,1,'2012-03-01 21:58:20','2012-03-02 03:58:20','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our HOME page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Board Meetings: open to the public, please come! </strong>Meetings are at the<strong> </strong>Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave, from 7 - 8:30 PM on the following dates for the 2011-2012 year:\r\n\r\nSeptember 12, October 3, November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2 and our Annual Meeting is on May 7.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>“Lunch with Lisa”: </strong>Lisa Goodman, our Minneapolis City Council Member, provides the opportunity to talk with her about what’s on your mind and hear an interesting speaker on a topic of interest to our community. Generally held at the University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10<sup>th</sup> St, from noon - 1 PM on the 4<sup>th</sup> Wednesday of the month, these meetings will resume on October 26<sup>th</sup> and are open to the public: get there early to buy a lunch and get a good seat! For dates and to be added to Lisa’s mailing list, visit  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ANNUAL EVENTS</strong><strong>: </strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> January </strong></span>Neighborhood ice skating party, Lake of the Isles skating rink<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> February </strong></span>City of Lakes Loppet cross country ski festival; visit <a href=\"http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.cityoflakesloppet.com</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> April</strong></span> Earth Day. Neighborhood volunteers pick up garbage bags at the Kenwood Recreation Center and help clean up the area.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>April</strong></span>  Kenwood Recreation Center Annual Spring Egg Hunt.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> May  </strong></span>Kenwood Carnival, Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave S; food &amp; fun for the entire family!  Visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> Summer </strong></span>Cromulent Shakespeare Company presents a performance in Kenwood Park. See:  <a href=\"http://www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html\" target=\"_blank\">www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>October</strong></span> Twin Cities Marathon; visit <a href=\"http://www.mtcmarathon.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mtcmarathon.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ONGOING: </strong>\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Walker Library</strong>,<strong> </strong>2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers, families, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call 630-6650 for details.\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> Recreation Center</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt classes offered by <strong>ARTrageous</strong>, 2121 W. 21<sup>st </sup>St; visit <a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net/\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>.\r\n\r\nAuthor reading series at <strong>Birchbark Books</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>.\r\n\r\nChamber concerts performed by the <strong>Isles Ensemble</strong> at the Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway; visit <a href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.islesensemble.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt exhibits and receptions at the <strong>Bockley Gallery</strong>, 2123 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>.\r\n\r\nSunday suppers and other programs at <strong>Kenwood Café</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwoodcafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwoodcafe.com</a>.\r\n\r\nYouth sports are handled by <strong>WESAC Sports</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.wesac.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.wesac.org</a>.\r\n\r\nEvents at the <strong>Walker Art Cente</strong>r, 1750 Hennepin Ave; visit <a href=\"http://www.walkerart.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.walkerart.org</a>.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> E-Mail News Group</strong>:  If you would like to receive a monthly update of news and events in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send an e-mail including your name, e-mail address, and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-18','','','2012-03-01 21:58:20','2012-03-02 03:58:20','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/03/01/16-revision-18/',0,'revision','',0),(313,2,'2011-09-14 14:40:47','2011-09-14 19:40:47','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our <a title=\"Home Page\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/12/home/\">HOME</a> page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Board Meetings: open to the public, please come! </strong>Meetings are at the<strong> </strong>Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave, from 7 - 8:30 PM on the following dates for the 2011-2012 year:\r\n\r\nSeptember 12, October 3, November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2 and our Annual Meeting is on May 7.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>“Lunch with Lisa”: </strong>Lisa Goodman, our Minneapolis City Council Member, provides the opportunity to talk with her about what’s on your mind and hear an interesting speaker on a topic of interest to our community. Generally held at the University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10<sup>th</sup> St, from noon - 1 PM on the 4<sup>th</sup> Wednesday of the month, these meetings will resume on October 26<sup>th</sup> and are open to the public: get there early to buy a lunch and get a good seat! For dates and to be added to Lisa’s mailing list, visit  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ANNUAL EVENTS</strong><strong>: </strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> January </strong></span>Neighborhood ice skating party, Lake of the Isles skating rink<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> February </strong></span>City of Lakes Loppet cross country ski festival; visit <a href=\"http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.cityoflakesloppet.com</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> April</strong></span> Earth Day. Neighborhood volunteers pick up garbage bags at the Kenwood Recreation Center and help clean up the area.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>April</strong></span>  Kenwood Recreation Center Annual Spring Egg Hunt\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> May  </strong></span>Kenwood Carnival, Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave S; food &amp; fun for the entire family!  Visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> Summer </strong></span>Cromulent Shakespeare Company presents a performance in Kenwood Park. See:  <a href=\"http://www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html\" target=\"_blank\">www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>October</strong></span> Twin Cities Marathon; visit <a href=\"http://www.mtcmarathon.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mtcmarathon.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ONGOING: </strong>\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Walker Library</strong>,<strong> </strong>2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers, families, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call 630-6650 for details.\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> Recreation Center</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt classes offered by <strong>ARTrageous</strong>, 2121 W. 21<sup>st </sup>St; visit <a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net/\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>.\r\n\r\nAuthor reading series at <strong>Birchbark Books</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>.\r\n\r\nChamber concerts performed by the <strong>Isles Ensemble</strong> at the Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway; visit <a href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.islesensemble.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt exhibits and receptions at the <strong>Bockley Gallery</strong>, 2123 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>.\r\n\r\nSunday suppers and other programs at <strong>Kenwood Café</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwoodcafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwoodcafe.com</a>.\r\n\r\nYouth sports are handled by <strong>WESAC Sports</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.wesac.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.wesac.org</a>.\r\n\r\nEvents at the <strong>Walker Art Cente</strong>r, 1750 Hennepin Ave; visit <a href=\"http://www.walkerart.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.walkerart.org</a>.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> E-Mail News Group</strong>:  If you would like to receive a monthly update of news and events in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send an e-mail including your name, e-mail address, and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-14','','','2011-09-14 14:40:47','2011-09-14 19:40:47','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/14/16-revision-14/',0,'revision','',0),(315,2,'2012-02-05 14:16:05','2012-02-05 20:16:05','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our <a title=\"Home Page\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/12/home/\">HOME</a> page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Board Meetings: open to the public, please come! </strong>Meetings are at the<strong> </strong>Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave, from 7 - 8:30 PM on the following dates for the 2011-2012 year:\r\n\r\nSeptember 12, October 3, November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2 and our Annual Meeting is on May 7.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>“Lunch with Lisa”: </strong>Lisa Goodman, our Minneapolis City Council Member, provides the opportunity to talk with her about what’s on your mind and hear an interesting speaker on a topic of interest to our community. Generally held at the University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10<sup>th</sup> St, from noon - 1 PM on the 4<sup>th</sup> Wednesday of the month, these meetings will resume on October 26<sup>th</sup> and are open to the public: get there early to buy a lunch and get a good seat! For dates and to be added to Lisa’s mailing list, visit  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ANNUAL EVENTS</strong><strong>: </strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> January </strong></span>Neighborhood ice skating party, Lake of the Isles skating rink<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> February </strong></span>City of Lakes Loppet cross country ski festival; visit <a href=\"http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.cityoflakesloppet.com</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> April</strong></span> Earth Day. Neighborhood volunteers pick up garbage bags at the Kenwood Recreation Center and help clean up the area.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>April</strong></span>  Kenwood Recreation Center Annual Spring Egg Hunt\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> May  </strong></span>Kenwood Carnival, Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave S; food &amp; fun for the entire family!  Visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> Summer </strong></span>Cromulent Shakespeare Company presents a performance in Kenwood Park. See:  <a href=\"http://www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html\" target=\"_blank\">www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>October</strong></span> Twin Cities Marathon; visit <a href=\"http://www.mtcmarathon.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mtcmarathon.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ONGOING: </strong>\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Walker Library</strong>,<strong> </strong>2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers, families, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call 630-6650 for details.\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> Recreation Center</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt classes offered by <strong>ARTrageous</strong>, 2121 W. 21<sup>st </sup>St; visit <a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net/\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>.\r\n\r\nAuthor reading series at <strong>Birchbark Books</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>.\r\n\r\nChamber concerts performed by the <strong>Isles Ensemble</strong> at the Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway; visit <a href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.islesensemble.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt exhibits and receptions at the <strong>Bockley Gallery</strong>, 2123 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>.\r\n\r\nSunday suppers and other programs at <strong>Kenwood Café</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwoodcafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwoodcafe.com</a>.\r\n\r\nYouth sports are handled by <strong>WESAC Sports</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.wesac.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.wesac.org</a>.\r\n\r\nEvents at the <strong>Walker Art Cente</strong>r, 1750 Hennepin Ave; visit <a href=\"http://www.walkerart.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.walkerart.org</a>.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> E-Mail News Group</strong>:  If you would like to receive a monthly update of news and events in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send an e-mail including your name, e-mail address, and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-16','','','2012-02-05 14:16:05','2012-02-05 20:16:05','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/02/05/16-revision-16/',0,'revision','',0),(314,2,'2012-02-05 14:14:08','2012-02-05 20:14:08','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our <a title=\"Home Page\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/12/home/\">HOME</a> page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Board Meetings: open to the public, please come! </strong>Meetings are at the<strong> </strong>Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave, from 7 - 8:30 PM on the following dates for the 2011-2012 year:\r\n\r\nSeptember 12, October 3, November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2 and our Annual Meeting is on May 7.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>“Lunch with Lisa”: </strong>Lisa Goodman, our Minneapolis City Council Member, provides the opportunity to talk with her about what’s on your mind and hear an interesting speaker on a topic of interest to our community. Generally held at the University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10<sup>th</sup> St, from noon - 1 PM on the 4<sup>th</sup> Wednesday of the month, these meetings will resume on October 26<sup>th</sup> and are open to the public: get there early to buy a lunch and get a good seat! For dates and to be added to Lisa’s mailing list, visit  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ANNUAL EVENTS</strong><strong>: </strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> January </strong></span>Neighborhood ice skating party, Lake of the Isles skating rink<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> February </strong></span>City of Lakes Loppet cross country ski festival; visit <a href=\"http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.cityoflakesloppet.com</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> April</strong></span> Earth Day. Neighborhood volunteers pick up garbage bags at the Kenwood Recreation Center and help clean up the area.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>April</strong></span>  Kenwood Recreation Center Annual Spring Egg Hunt...\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> May  </strong></span>Kenwood Carnival, Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave S; food &amp; fun for the entire family!  Visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> Summer </strong></span>Cromulent Shakespeare Company presents a performance in Kenwood Park. See:  <a href=\"http://www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html\" target=\"_blank\">www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>October</strong></span> Twin Cities Marathon; visit <a href=\"http://www.mtcmarathon.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mtcmarathon.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ONGOING: </strong>\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Walker Library</strong>,<strong> </strong>2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers, families, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call 630-6650 for details.\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> Recreation Center</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt classes offered by <strong>ARTrageous</strong>, 2121 W. 21<sup>st </sup>St; visit <a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net/\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>.\r\n\r\nAuthor reading series at <strong>Birchbark Books</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>.\r\n\r\nChamber concerts performed by the <strong>Isles Ensemble</strong> at the Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway; visit <a href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.islesensemble.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt exhibits and receptions at the <strong>Bockley Gallery</strong>, 2123 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>.\r\n\r\nSunday suppers and other programs at <strong>Kenwood Café</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwoodcafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwoodcafe.com</a>.\r\n\r\nYouth sports are handled by <strong>WESAC Sports</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.wesac.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.wesac.org</a>.\r\n\r\nEvents at the <strong>Walker Art Cente</strong>r, 1750 Hennepin Ave; visit <a href=\"http://www.walkerart.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.walkerart.org</a>.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> E-Mail News Group</strong>:  If you would like to receive a monthly update of news and events in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send an e-mail including your name, e-mail address, and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-15','','','2012-02-05 14:14:08','2012-02-05 20:14:08','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/02/05/16-revision-15/',0,'revision','',0),(319,2,'2011-11-30 10:54:53','2011-11-30 16:54:53','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota just south of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis (see below for the latest edition), including:\r\n\r\nCrime alerts\r\nSpecial events\r\nImportant neighborhood meetings\r\nUpdates on neighborhood projects\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meeting agendas<strong>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> </strong> Board meeting minutes\r\n\r\nIf your answer is “Yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list.\r\n\r\nSending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave.  The meeting dates for the remainder of our 2011/2012 fiscal year are: November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2, and May 7','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-6','','','2011-11-30 10:54:53','2011-11-30 16:54:53','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/11/30/240-revision-6/',0,'revision','',0),(320,2,'2012-02-05 14:23:33','2012-02-05 20:23:33','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota just south of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis (see below for the latest edition), including:\r\n\r\nCrime alerts\r\nSpecial events\r\nImportant neighborhood meetings\r\nUpdates on neighborhood projects\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meeting agendas<strong>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> </strong> Board meeting minutes\r\n\r\nIf your answer is “Yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list.\r\n\r\nSending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. 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Franklin Ave.  The meeting dates for the remainder of our 2011/2012 fiscal year are: November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2, and May 7','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-8','','','2012-02-05 14:24:32','2012-02-05 20:24:32','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/02/05/240-revision-8/',0,'revision','',0),(322,2,'2012-02-05 14:25:28','2012-02-05 20:25:28','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota just south of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis (see below for the latest edition), including:\r\n\r\nCrime alerts\r\nSpecial events\r\nImportant neighborhood meetings\r\nUpdates on neighborhood projects\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meeting agendas<strong>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> </strong> Board meeting minutes\r\n\r\nIf your answer is “Yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list.\r\n\r\nSending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. 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Franklin Ave.  The meeting dates for the remainder of our 2011/2012 fiscal year are: November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2, and May 7','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-10','','','2012-02-05 14:26:18','2012-02-05 20:26:18','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/02/05/240-revision-10/',0,'revision','',0),(335,2,'2012-02-07 10:08:38','2012-02-07 16:08:38','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota just south of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis (see below for the latest edition), including:\r\n\r\nCrime alerts\r\nSpecial events\r\nImportant neighborhood meetings\r\nUpdates on neighborhood projects\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meeting agendas<strong>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> </strong> Board meeting minutes\r\n\r\nIf your answer is “Yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list.\r\n\r\nSending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave.  The meeting dates for the remainder of our 2011/2012 fiscal year are: November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2, and May 7','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-11','','','2012-02-07 10:08:38','2012-02-07 16:08:38','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/02/07/240-revision-11/',0,'revision','',0),(336,2,'2012-02-07 16:19:28','2012-02-07 22:19:28','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota just south of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis (see below for the latest edition), including:\r\n\r\nCrime alerts\r\nSpecial events\r\nImportant neighborhood meetings\r\nUpdates on neighborhood projects\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meeting agendas<strong>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> </strong> Board meeting minutes\r\n\r\nIf your answer is “Yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list.\r\n\r\nSending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave.  The meeting dates for the remainder of our 2011/2012 fiscal year are: November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2, and May 7','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-12','','','2012-02-07 16:19:28','2012-02-07 22:19:28','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/02/07/240-revision-12/',0,'revision','',0),(339,2,'2012-02-07 16:22:48','2012-02-07 22:22:48','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota just south of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis (see below for the latest edition), including:\r\n\r\nCrime alerts\r\nSpecial events\r\nImportant neighborhood meetings\r\nUpdates on neighborhood projects\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meeting agendas<strong>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> </strong> Board meeting minutes\r\n\r\nIf your answer is “Yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list.\r\n\r\nSending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave.  The meeting dates for the remainder of our 2011/2012 fiscal year are: November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2, and May 7','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-13','','','2012-02-07 16:22:48','2012-02-07 22:22:48','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/02/07/240-revision-13/',0,'revision','',0),(345,2,'2012-02-07 17:33:35','2012-02-07 23:33:35','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota just south of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis (see below for the latest edition), including:\r\n\r\nCrime alerts\r\nSpecial events\r\nImportant neighborhood meetings\r\nUpdates on neighborhood projects\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meeting agendas<strong>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> </strong> Board meeting minutes\r\n\r\nIf your answer is “Yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list.\r\n\r\nSending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. 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Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave.  The meeting dates for the remainder of our 2011/2012 fiscal year are: November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2, and May 7','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-15','','','2012-02-08 13:32:33','2012-02-08 19:32:33','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/02/08/240-revision-15/',0,'revision','',0),(350,2,'2012-02-08 13:48:44','2012-02-08 19:48:44','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis (see below for the latest edition) , including crime alerts, special events, important neighborhood meetings, updates on neighborhood projects, <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meeting agendas and <strong><strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> </strong> Board meeting minutes?<strong></strong> If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday of the month (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave.  The meeting dates for the remainder of our 2011/2012 fiscal year are: March 5, April 2, and May 7.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-17','','','2012-02-08 13:48:44','2012-02-08 19:48:44','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/02/08/240-revision-17/',0,'revision','',0),(348,2,'2012-01-11 10:34:05','2012-01-11 16:34:05','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>History of the Kenwood Neighborhood</strong>\r\n\r\nKenwood was the name of an addition platted just outside the Minneapolis city limits around 1887.  At that time, a rail line ran along the west side of the neighborhood near the shoreline of Cedar Lake.  A depot and a hotel were located at what is now West 22nd Street where it ends at Cedar Lake.\r\n\r\nLake of the Isles and its shoreline were acquired by the City of Minneapolis in 1886.  The lake became part of the city’s famed park system and “Chain of Lakes”, along with Cedar Lake to the west and Lakes Calhoun and Harriet to the south.  Lake of the Isles originally was a very large, mosquito-infested swamp, and in 1899, the city started the dredging that created the charming lake with its unusual islands, extensive shoreline, and surrounding picturesque parkland.\r\n\r\nA newspaper ad of the late 1880’s announced the Kenwood Addition as “high, sightly and attractive” and as the “choicest place for elegant residences.”  Lots were platted, streets were graded, city water pipes were laid, and city streetcar lines were planned.  Soon a number of large residences were built and over the next few decades the neighborhood filled with homes built in various styles then popular.\r\n\r\nKenwood has several landmarks In addition to Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake.  These include the 1910 brick water tower on Kenwood Parkway; the Peavey Fountain (originally built to water horses) at the intersection of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway and Kenwood Parkway; the “Mary Tyler Moore House” of television programming fame at the SW corner of Kenwood Parkway and W. 21st Street; and three grand, adjoining homes on the 2200 block of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway, built by Cream of Wheat founder Emory Mapes for himself and family members.  Other landmarks are Kenwood’s small commercially zoned area at Penn Ave. S. and W. 21st Street; Kenwood Elementary School and Park/Recreation Center at Penn Ave. S. and W. Franklin Ave;  Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church on W. Lake of the Isles Parkway at W. 21st St; and the very large natural green space amenity, Kenwood Park.\r\n\r\nKenwood Park occupies most of the northern portion of the neighborhood.  Although the park includes baseball and soccer fields, tennis courts, and a playground, most of the park has been reserved as open, natural space.  According to the Minneapolis Park Board website, the land for Kenwood Park was purchased in 1907, and low land in the park was filled with material dredged from Lake of the Isles in 1908.  Tennis courts and sidewalks were installed between 1911 and 1913.  During the 1920’s, neighborhood residents opposed plans for further development of the park, fearing the destruction of the park’s natural features.  Neighborhood opposition caused the development plans to be scaled back significantly.\r\n\r\nKenwood includes about 540 residential structures, most of which are single-family houses dating from the late 1800’s and early 1900’s.  Many larger homes were divided into rooming houses and duplexes during the mid-1900’s, but in the 1960’s and 1970’s most of these homes were rehabilitated and converted back to single-family use.  Kenwood’s popularity grew in the 1980’s and 1990’s as residents and buyers recognized the increasing value of the neighborhood’s beautiful homes and Kenwood’s proximity to downtown, Uptown, and the Minneapolis park and lake system.\r\n\r\nThose interested in historical research can find many photographs of the neighborhood in the archives of the Minnesota Historical Society, at <a title=\"www.mnhs.org\" href=\"http://www.mnhs.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mnhs.org</a> , and the Minneapolis Public Library, at <a title=\"www.mplib.org\" href=\"http://www.mplib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mplib.org</a>.<strong><strong>\r\n</strong></strong>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong>\r\n<table width=\"507\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"><col width=\"116\" /> <col width=\"75\" /> <col width=\"78\" /> <col width=\"53\" /> <col width=\"79\" /> <col span=\"2\" width=\"53\" />\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"3\" width=\"269\" height=\"18\">KENWOOD</td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"79\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"4\" height=\"18\"> GENERAL DEMOGRAPHICS IN 2000</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"12\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td>COUNT</td>\r\n<td>PERCENT</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">POPULATION</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Total</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1500</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Gender</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Male</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">756</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">50.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Female</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">744</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">49.6%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Age</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Under Age 5</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">105</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">7.0%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">5 to 9</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">98</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.5%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">10 to 14</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">102</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">15 to 19</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">65</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">4.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">20 to 24</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">33</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">25 to 34</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">168</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">11.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">35 to 44</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">274</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">18.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">45 to 54</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">312</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">20.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">55 to 59</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">121</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">8.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">60 to 64</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">72</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">4.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">65 to 74</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">92</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">75 to 84</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">40</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">85 &amp; over</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">18</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Median age</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">41.8</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Race</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">White</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1416</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">94.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Black</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">21</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Am. Indian</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">0.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Asian</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">40</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Other</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">0.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">2 or more races</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">16</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">HOUSING UNITS</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Total</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">620</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">606</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">97.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Vacant</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">14</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Owner Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">508</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">83.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Renter Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">98</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">16.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"2\" height=\"15\">Source:  US Census Bureau</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> has a Crime &amp; Safety Committee to promote safety in our neighborhood, chaired by Mark Johnson.  Committee goals include educating residents about safety issues, recruiting block leaders, and maintaining communications with the Minneapolis Police Department and the 5th Police Precinct’s civilian Crime Prevention Specialist.\r\n\r\nFor detailed information regarding crime prevention, graffiti removal, unwanted solicitations, and other safety tips, visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police</a>.\r\n\r\nThe Kenwood neighborhood is assigned to the 5th Precinct of the Minneapolis Police Department.  If you want to receive the Precinct’s quarterly e-newsletter, please subscribe at the bottom of: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>.\r\n\r\nWanted: Block Club Leaders! – Block clubs provide a way for neighbors to know one another, increase awareness, and decrease opportunities for crimes to occur.  Want to become a block club leader?  Please contact Chelsea Adams, our 5th Precinct Crime Prevention Specialist, at: <a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> publishes a monthly e-newsletter for Kenwood residents, including up-to-date crime information along with other news and events.  Special crime alert bulletins are also distributed when needed.  To be added to our resident email distribution list, send your email address to Kathy Williams, KIAA’s Communication Committee Chair: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>.\r\n\r\nNational Night Out (NNO) is an annual nationwide crime prevention event held in early August.  Residents participate in outdoor block parties and get to know their neighbors.  The event also promotes positive community-police partnerships in the context of a fun summer evening with family, neighbors, and friends.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">###</span></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">When to call 911</span></strong>\r\n<strong>A MESSAGE FROM A MPD CRIME PREVENTION SPECIALIST</strong>\r\n\r\nMany citizens observe suspicious activities or hear something that doesn’t seem right.  We think briefly about phoning 911, but often decide not to.  Below is a list of thoughts and facts about calling 911 that hopefully will demonstrate why we need to revise our thinking.\r\n\r\n1.) Thought:  Maybe this isn’t an emergency; is calling 911 appropriate?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> 911 is the only number in Minneapolis you can call to get a police, fire or ambulance response (examples: loud music or parties; gunshot sounds; alarms or glass being broken; unfamiliar person carrying valuable items down an alley or from a neighbor’s house; someone shouting “help”, “fire”, or “rape”; car driving slowly down the alley with its lights off; a person peering into parked cars, garages, or house windows).\r\n\r\n2.) Thought:  Will the perpetrator/s retaliate against me?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> Officers do not identify any 911 caller when stopping or talking to a suspicious person. You may also tell the 911 operator you want to remain anonymous. In cases of misdemeanor crime, the police might need to call you and have you verify the person and what you saw. Your anonymity can still be kept.\r\n\r\n3.) Thought:  By the time the police arrive, the suspicious person/s or vehicle will be gone.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> A caller to 911 is most helpful if able to describe the person/s, vehicle/s, and direction of travel (if moving). A 911 dispatcher can send messages to an officer’s in-squad-car computer.  If the suspicious person/s or vehicles are spotted at a later time, a good description provides the officer with enough probable cause to stop and identify the person or vehicle.\r\n\r\n4.) Thought:  I don’t want to get involved; maybe someone else will call.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> In order to have safer streets and communities, everyone needs to help.  Call 911 whenever you witness illegal or suspicious behavior/activity. The police need the community’s eyes and ears.  Without citizen help, our Minneapolis police have a much harder time enforcing the laws and stopping criminal behavior.\r\n\r\n<strong>Chelsea Adams</strong>\r\nCrime Prevention Specialist\r\nMinneapolis Police Department, 5th Precinct\r\n3101 Nicollet Ave S,\r\nMinneapolis, MN  55408\r\n<a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>\r\n(612) 673-2819\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong>\r\n\r\nARTRAGEOUS ADVENTURES\r\n612-423-7554\r\n2121 W. 21st St.\r\nAmanda Vallone\r\n<a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>\r\nA kids art studio; create, play &amp; party!\r\n\r\nBIRCHBARK BOOKS                                                                                                         612-374-4023\r\n2115 W. 21st St.                                                                                         <a href=\"mailto:info@birchbarkbooks.com\">info@birchbarkbooks.com</a>                                                                        <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com </a>                                                                                                                     A full-range indie bookstore featuring American Indian arts &amp; crafts                                HOURS\r\nMon – Fri: 9:00 to 6:00\r\nSat: 10:00 to 5:00\r\nSun: 11:00 to 5:00\r\n\r\nBOCKLEY GALLERY                                                                                                          612-377-4669\r\n2123 W. 21st St.                                                                                <a href=\"mailto:information@bockleygallerv.com\">information@bockleygallerv.com</a>                                                                <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>\r\nArt gallery  EXHIBITION HOURS  Wed, Fri, Sat: Noon to 5:00  Thu: Noon to 7:00\r\n\r\nFRAMESTYLES                                                                                                                   612-374-2420\r\n2107 Penn Ave. S.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.framestyles.net\" target=\"_blank\">www.framestyles.net</a>                                                                                                                     Custom frame and gift shop                                                                                                          HOURS\r\nMon – Thu: 10:00 to 8:00\r\nFri: 10:00 to 6:00\r\nSat: 10:00 to 5:00\r\nSun: Noon to 4:00\r\n\r\nKENWOOD CAFÉ\r\n612-377-6876                                                                                                                                      2115 W. 21st St.\r\nDeli and neighborhood gathering spot                                                                                          HOURS\r\nMon - Sat: 7:00 to 7:00  Sun: 8:00 to 5:00                                                                            Extended hours event related\r\n\r\nKENWOOD ELEMENTARY  SCHOOL                                                                        612-668-2760\r\n2013 Penn Ave. S.\r\nSue Payne, Community Liaison                                                      <a href=\"mailto:Kenwoodpta@yahoo.com\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwoodpta@yahoo.com</a>                                                                 <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>                                                                                       Neighborhood school - K to 5th grade\r\n\r\nKENWOOD PET CLINIC                                                                                                    612-377-5551\r\n2107 Penn Ave. S.                                                                                     <a href=\"http://www.kenwoodpetclinic.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwoodpetclinic.com</a>                                                                                                        Routine and specialized medical &amp; surgical care, including dentistry\r\nHOURS\r\nMon and Thu: 8:30 to 6:00  Tue and Wed: 8:30 to 8:00  Fri: 8:30 to 5:30\r\nSat: 8:30 to 1:00\r\n\r\nKENWOOD RECREATION  CENTER\r\n612-370-4941\r\n2101 W. Franklin Ave.                                                                     <a href=\"mailto:mmercil@minneapolisparks.org\">mmercil@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>                                                                                                  Year-round City Park offering recreational  programs for all ages. Rental space avail.\r\nHOURS\r\nNon-summer: Mon - Fri: 12:30 to 9:00             Sat: 9:00 to 3:00\r\n\r\nSummer: Mon - Thu: 12:30 to 9:00             Fri: 12:30 to 5:00\r\n\r\nSTEPHEN DEAN\'S TAILORS                                                                                           612-374-2663\r\n2102 Penn Ave. S, Lower Level                                                                                                Complete alterations for men\'s and women\'s clothing\r\nHOURS\r\nTue - Fri: 8:30 to 5:00  Sat: 9:00 to 3:00\r\n\r\n<strong>Note:</strong> Business hours are subject to  change','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-48','','','2012-01-11 10:34:05','2012-01-11 16:34:05','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/01/11/11-revision-48/',0,'revision','',0),(1233,2,'2015-07-28 14:20:55','2015-07-28 19:20:55','Approved January 5, 2015; posted July 28, 2015\r\n\r\n<strong>Resolution to Recommend Review of Metropolitan Council’s Policy Regarding </strong><strong>Project Administration and Accountability to Property Owners</strong>\r\n\r\nWhereas, It has come to the attention of the Kenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) that a number of homeowners in the Cedar-Isles-Dean neighborhood apparently suffered damage to their properties as a result of the Metropolitan Council’s Cedar-Lakes Sewer Improvement Project (MCES Project No. 804122), and\r\n\r\nWHEREAS, Neither the Metropolitan Council’s contractor nor the Metropolitan Council Environmental Services have taken responsibility or satisfactorily addressed CIDNA homeowners’ documented property damage claims, and\r\n\r\nWhereas, This lack of accountability leads to legitimate concerns about this and all other projects the Metropolitan Council administers, especially the construction and operation of the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT), and\r\n\r\nWhereas, This dereliction of responsibility with regard to property damage will potentially affect all properties – public, park or private property alike - along the 16-mile proposed SWLRT route.\r\n\r\nTHEREFORe Be it resolved, That the KIAA Board of Directors urgently requests that the Metropolitan Council review its policies for resolving property damage disputes resulting from its construction projects and its role in administering projects;\r\n\r\nBE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That based on this review and before construction begins on the SWLRT, the KIAA Board of Directors urges the Metropolitan Council to put clear and reasonable processes in place to resolve damage disputes and fairly compensate property owners who experience damage as a result of Metropolitan Council projects.','Kenwood News: Resolution','','publish','closed','closed','','kenwood-news-resolution','','','2015-07-28 14:20:55','2015-07-28 19:20:55','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?p=1233',0,'post','',0),(361,1,'2012-02-05 14:16:26','2012-02-05 20:16:26','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our <a title=\"Home Page\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/08/12/home/\">HOME</a> page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Board Meetings: open to the public, please come! </strong>Meetings are at the<strong> </strong>Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave, from 7 - 8:30 PM on the following dates for the 2011-2012 year:\r\n\r\nSeptember 12, October 3, November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2 and our Annual Meeting is on May 7.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>“Lunch with Lisa”: </strong>Lisa Goodman, our Minneapolis City Council Member, provides the opportunity to talk with her about what’s on your mind and hear an interesting speaker on a topic of interest to our community. Generally held at the University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10<sup>th</sup> St, from noon - 1 PM on the 4<sup>th</sup> Wednesday of the month, these meetings will resume on October 26<sup>th</sup> and are open to the public: get there early to buy a lunch and get a good seat! For dates and to be added to Lisa’s mailing list, visit  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ANNUAL EVENTS</strong><strong>: </strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> January </strong></span>Neighborhood ice skating party, Lake of the Isles skating rink<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> February </strong></span>City of Lakes Loppet cross country ski festival; visit <a href=\"http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.cityoflakesloppet.com</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> April</strong></span> Earth Day. Neighborhood volunteers pick up garbage bags at the Kenwood Recreation Center and help clean up the area.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>April</strong></span>  Kenwood Recreation Center Annual Spring Egg Hunt.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> May  </strong></span>Kenwood Carnival, Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave S; food &amp; fun for the entire family!  Visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> Summer </strong></span>Cromulent Shakespeare Company presents a performance in Kenwood Park. See:  <a href=\"http://www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html\" target=\"_blank\">www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>October</strong></span> Twin Cities Marathon; visit <a href=\"http://www.mtcmarathon.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mtcmarathon.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ONGOING: </strong>\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Walker Library</strong>,<strong> </strong>2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers, families, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call 630-6650 for details.\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> Recreation Center</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt classes offered by <strong>ARTrageous</strong>, 2121 W. 21<sup>st </sup>St; visit <a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net/\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>.\r\n\r\nAuthor reading series at <strong>Birchbark Books</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>.\r\n\r\nChamber concerts performed by the <strong>Isles Ensemble</strong> at the Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway; visit <a href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.islesensemble.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt exhibits and receptions at the <strong>Bockley Gallery</strong>, 2123 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>.\r\n\r\nSunday suppers and other programs at <strong>Kenwood Café</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwoodcafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwoodcafe.com</a>.\r\n\r\nYouth sports are handled by <strong>WESAC Sports</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.wesac.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.wesac.org</a>.\r\n\r\nEvents at the <strong>Walker Art Cente</strong>r, 1750 Hennepin Ave; visit <a href=\"http://www.walkerart.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.walkerart.org</a>.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> E-Mail News Group</strong>:  If you would like to receive a monthly update of news and events in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send an e-mail including your name, e-mail address, and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-17','','','2012-02-05 14:16:26','2012-02-05 20:16:26','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/02/05/16-revision-17/',0,'revision','',0),(363,1,'2012-03-01 21:59:34','2012-03-02 03:59:34','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our HOME page (above) for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Board Meetings: open to the public, please come! </strong>Meetings are at the<strong> </strong>Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave, from 7 - 8:30 PM on the following dates for the 2011-2012 year:\r\n\r\nSeptember 12, October 3, November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2 and our Annual Meeting is on May 7.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>“Lunch with Lisa”: </strong>Lisa Goodman, our Minneapolis City Council Member, provides the opportunity to talk with her about what’s on your mind and hear an interesting speaker on a topic of interest to our community. Generally held at the University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10<sup>th</sup> St, from noon - 1 PM on the 4<sup>th</sup> Wednesday of the month, these meetings will resume on October 26<sup>th</sup> and are open to the public: get there early to buy a lunch and get a good seat! For dates and to be added to Lisa’s mailing list, visit  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ANNUAL EVENTS</strong><strong>: </strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> January </strong></span>Neighborhood ice skating party, Lake of the Isles skating rink<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> February </strong></span>City of Lakes Loppet cross country ski festival; visit <a href=\"http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.cityoflakesloppet.com</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> April</strong></span> Earth Day. Neighborhood volunteers pick up garbage bags at the Kenwood Recreation Center and help clean up the area.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>April</strong></span>  Kenwood Recreation Center Annual Spring Egg Hunt.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> May  </strong></span>Kenwood Carnival, Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave S; food &amp; fun for the entire family!  Visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> Summer </strong></span>Cromulent Shakespeare Company presents a performance in Kenwood Park. See:  <a href=\"http://www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html\" target=\"_blank\">www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>October</strong></span> Twin Cities Marathon; visit <a href=\"http://www.mtcmarathon.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mtcmarathon.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ONGOING: </strong>\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Walker Library</strong>,<strong> </strong>2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers, families, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call 630-6650 for details.\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> Recreation Center</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt classes offered by <strong>ARTrageous</strong>, 2121 W. 21<sup>st </sup>St; visit <a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net/\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>.\r\n\r\nAuthor reading series at <strong>Birchbark Books</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>.\r\n\r\nChamber concerts performed by the <strong>Isles Ensemble</strong> at the Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway; visit <a href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.islesensemble.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt exhibits and receptions at the <strong>Bockley Gallery</strong>, 2123 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>.\r\n\r\nSunday suppers and other programs at <strong>Kenwood Café</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwoodcafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwoodcafe.com</a>.\r\n\r\nYouth sports are handled by <strong>WESAC Sports</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.wesac.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.wesac.org</a>.\r\n\r\nEvents at the <strong>Walker Art Cente</strong>r, 1750 Hennepin Ave; visit <a href=\"http://www.walkerart.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.walkerart.org</a>.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> E-Mail News Group</strong>:  If you would like to receive a monthly update of news and events in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send an e-mail including your name, e-mail address, and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-19','','','2012-03-01 21:59:34','2012-03-02 03:59:34','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/03/01/16-revision-19/',0,'revision','',0),(371,2,'2012-02-09 13:54:06','2012-02-09 19:54:06','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis (see below for the latest edition) , including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday of the month (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave.  The meeting dates for the remainder of our 2011/2012 fiscal year are: March 5, April 2, and May 7.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-18','','','2012-02-09 13:54:06','2012-02-09 19:54:06','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/02/09/240-revision-18/',0,'revision','',0),(372,2,'2012-03-02 11:55:58','2012-03-02 17:55:58','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis (see below for the latest edition) , including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday of the month (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave.  The meeting dates for the remainder of our 2011/2012 fiscal year are: March 5, April 2, and May 7.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-19','','','2012-03-02 11:55:58','2012-03-02 17:55:58','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/03/02/240-revision-19/',0,'revision','',0),(376,2,'2012-03-02 11:56:06','2012-03-02 17:56:06','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis (see below for the latest edition) , including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday of the month (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave.  The meeting dates for the remainder of our 2011/2012 fiscal year are: March 5, April 2, and May 7.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-20','','','2012-03-02 11:56:06','2012-03-02 17:56:06','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/03/02/240-revision-20/',0,'revision','',0),(379,1,'2011-11-16 13:41:13','2011-11-16 19:41:13','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our<a title=\"Welcome\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/11/16/welcome/\"> HOME </a>page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Newsletter </strong><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA.pdf\">(click here for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>\r\n</strong><strong></strong>','NEWS','','inherit','closed','closed','','24-revision-7','','','2011-11-16 13:41:13','2011-11-16 19:41:13','',24,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/11/16/24-revision-7/',0,'revision','',0),(669,2,'2013-06-04 08:13:40','2013-06-04 13:13:40','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis, including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams at <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a> and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-46','','','2013-06-04 08:13:40','2013-06-04 13:13:40','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2013/06/04/240-revision-46/',0,'revision','',0),(436,2,'2012-05-07 14:41:01','2012-05-07 19:41:01','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis, including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> (See below for the latest edition.) If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-26','','','2012-05-07 14:41:01','2012-05-07 19:41:01','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/05/07/240-revision-26/',0,'revision','',0),(585,2,'2012-11-20 16:14:26','2012-11-20 22:14:26','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis, including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams at <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a> and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday.  The remaining 2012-2013 meetings will be held on December 3<sup>rd</sup>, January 7<sup>th</sup>, February 4<sup>th</sup>, March 4<sup>th</sup>, April 1<sup>st</sup>, and May 6<sup>th</sup> (unless the annual meeting format is changed).','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-38','','','2012-11-20 16:14:26','2012-11-20 22:14:26','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/11/20/240-revision-38/',0,'revision','',0),(989,2,'2014-06-01 17:50:30','2014-06-01 22:50:30','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-97','','','2014-06-01 17:50:30','2014-06-01 22:50:30','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/06/01/240-revision-97/',0,'revision','',0),(993,2,'2014-07-11 11:45:26','2014-07-11 16:45:26','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-98','','','2014-07-11 11:45:26','2014-07-11 16:45:26','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/07/11/240-revision-98/',0,'revision','',0),(994,2,'2014-08-17 16:44:58','2014-08-17 21:44:58','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-99','','','2014-08-17 16:44:58','2014-08-17 21:44:58','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/08/17/240-revision-99/',0,'revision','',0),(530,2,'2012-11-20 16:14:07','2012-11-20 22:14:07','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis, including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams at <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a> and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday.  The remaining 2012-2013 meetings will be held on December 3<sup>rd</sup>, January 7<sup>th</sup>, February 4<sup>th</sup>, March 4<sup>th</sup>, April 1<sup>st</sup>, and May 6<sup>th</sup> (unless the annual meeting format is changed).','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-37','','','2012-11-20 16:14:07','2012-11-20 22:14:07','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/11/20/240-revision-37/',0,'revision','',0),(507,2,'2011-09-14 13:41:36','2011-09-14 18:41:36','(scroll to the bottom of the page for <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-15','','','2011-09-14 13:41:36','2011-09-14 18:41:36','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/09/14/46-revision-15/',0,'revision','',0),(1142,2,'2015-03-05 11:49:58','2015-03-05 17:49:58','<strong>Southwest LRT Update         </strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects, at their meeting on:\r\n\r\n<strong>Wednesday, March 4</strong>\r\nMeeting begins at 5:00 p.m.\r\nOpen Time is 5:30 p.m.*\r\nMinneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board\r\n2117 West River Road N  <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcf_ppbG7-9cYjhQtnetrbWTohGFyNG3AzibZtesYx6jrPVhYVYi_GbCgyY4b3ln6Ez3xbedkmAWFBwwvZBYz39m1Ac1zk2jIaHQ6gtSsKU8_7AnAMe4p7NfsRRUP3FV7ZBnuNCvy_spUyDp8ouRJZyIP5BRl_xD68_3egXJ5kFH5Db0GlPDWSeov6gPE3vExrUindhInRrW-EWKOVRXdQ-ZrmYwPhI7rsoVW7VBVy8Dp9qnCmNikX6qe5Orqim9bkIszVJiv35QZZJRauPzWpg1TQCV8Yk4OLs9rrtjCJDcKeaLIys_j6NI6vem69H49Hk9bsFQ1TgIe38OVvWQw3_dSTUoVUC2pnimA7VEkkMGdjPHsavUox93fy78fdGZxV9YU5JYTuqhIcDWYbL0KxboAABeUSUxUF7ZoLY_jYA28jZzjG6FN1LCm-_6xrmpLbtz3qCQ8k0mQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Map</a>\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners will be voting on the following resolution:\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n\r\n* Persons wishing to speak can call in before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting by calling 612-230-6400 to be placed on the agenda or can sign up at the Board meeting prior to the start of \"Open Time\". As stated in Board Rules \"Open Time\" shall not exceed a total of 15 minutes with up to three minutes allowed for citizen testimony, with the time limit to be allotted by the President.\r\n\r\n<strong>**Contact information for Commissioners:</strong>\r\n\r\nLiz Wielinski\r\nCommissioner District 1, President\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 1\r\n<strong><a title=\"mailto:LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org\" href=\"mailto:LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org</a></strong>\r\n\r\nJon Olson\r\nCommissioner District 2\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 2\r\n<strong><a href=\"mailto:JOlson@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">JOlson@minneapolisparks.org</a></strong>\r\n\r\nScott Vreeland\r\nCommissioner District 3\r\n612-721-7892\r\n<strong><a href=\"mailto:SVreeland@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">SVreeland@minneapolisparks.org</a></strong>\r\n\r\nAnita Tabb\r\nCommissioner District 4\r\n612-230-6443 Ext. 4\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ATabb@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">ATabb@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nSteffanie Musich\r\nCommissioner District 5\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 5\r\n<a href=\"mailto:SMusich@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">SMusich@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nBrad Bourn\r\nCommissioner District 6\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 6\r\n<a href=\"mailto:BBourn@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">BBourn@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nJohn Erwin\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 7\r\n<a href=\"mailto:JErwin@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">JErwin@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nMeg Forney\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 8\r\n<a href=\"mailto:MForney@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">MForney@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nM. Annie Young\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 9\r\n<a href=\"mailto:AYoung@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">AYoung@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe SWLRT Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC. Her summary of the February meeting can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/CAC_Feb-24-2015-notes.docx\">CAC_Feb 24 2015 notes</a>\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong></p>\r\n By Michael Wilson\r\n\r\nFunding and legal challenges to the Southwest LRT project, coming on top of the Minneapolis Park Board’s determination to study the feasibility and prudence of alternatives to the obtrusive bridges planned for the Kenilworth Channel, have led some frustrated state and Metropolitan Council officials to charge that the continued viability of the $1.65 billion project is being threatened.\r\n\r\nThe Park Board has become the current primary target of wrath from those who want the embattled project to proceed exactly as currently designed. But challenges also loom in the form of potential state and federal funding shortfalls in addition to a federal lawsuit by the Lakes and Parks Alliance asserting that the Met Council sought and obtained municipal consent for the project without completing a supplement to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).\r\n\r\nAlso apparent is mounting pushback from many outstate and metro-area officials and citizens  troubled with what they view as a disproportionate share of transportation dollars being allotted to just one part of a projected transit network while the need for increased transportation funding throughout the state has reached critical levels.\r\n\r\nAnd less palpable but no less real is the weariness and wariness that many are feeling — perhaps particularly those in our Hill and Lake neighborhoods — after two decades of misinformed decisions, broken promises and battles to try to get Southwest LRT done right.\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>The Park Board and Section 4(f)</strong></p>\r\n When the DEIS for the Southwest LRT project was published in October 2012, relocation of freight rail from the Kenilworth Corridor to a new route in St. Louis Park was accepted as fact. In its response to the DEIS the Park Board expressed its concerns over the impacts that LRT would impose on the environmentally sensitive corridor and in particular on the Park Board-owned lakes and Kenilworth Channel, part of the historic Grand Rounds. Of special concern were the massive bridges that would be required to carry 220 LRT trains daily over the channel.\r\n\r\nConsternation soon followed when Twin Cities &amp; Western RR, operator of freight in the corridor, refused to give any serious consideration to relocating its trains from the Kenilworth Corridor, creating the specter of a rebuilt, enlarged freight bridge joining the LRT bridges.\r\n\r\nIn April 2013 the Southwest Project Office proposed six options for fitting freight, LRT, and recreational trails in the corridor. Two of those options involved putting LRT in either a deep-bore tunnel or two shallow cut-and-cover tunnels. The tunneling options were accepted as feasible — engineers can build anything you want, including Boston’s “Big Dig” and the English Channel tunnel. Paying for it is another matter, though, and in September 2013, concerned by total project costs that had by then climbed well past $1 billion, the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee voted to cease any further preliminary engineering work on the deep-bore tunnel option.\r\n\r\n<strong>Park Board’s ‘voice crying in the wilderness’</strong>\r\n\r\nThroughout 2013 and much of 2014 the Park Board continued to express grave misgivings over the potential adverse and irreparable visual, safety, noise, and aesthetic impacts posed by new LRT bridges and traffic. Despite the Park Board’s clout under Section 4(f) of the 1966 Department of Transportation Act, which allows the Secretary of Transportation to approve a highway project that uses publicly owned parkland or land from a historic site only if there is no “feasible and prudent alternative to the use of such land” and if the project includes “all possible planning to minimize harm,” Park Board commissioners felt that their concerns were being given short shrift by the Met Council and SWLRT planners.\r\n\r\nFinally on Oct. 1 the Park Board voted to allocate up to $500,000 to conduct their own feasibility and prudence study to inform their response to the promised Supplemental DEIS, their decision on signing off on the project to the Secretary of Transportation — and their option to sue the Met Council and the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) over the matter.\r\n\r\nAn already unhappy Met Council was even less pleased when on Nov. 19 the Park Board awarded a $245,000 contract to Brierley Associates for the first phase of a two-part study to evaluate the feasibility of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel.\r\n\r\nAt its Jan. 7 and 16 meetings the Park Board heard positive feasibility results on two tunneling options studied by Brierley. A cut-and-cover tunnel option, which would involve shutting down the channel during construction, was already familiar to most listeners. A less-familiar technique called a “jacked box” tunnel generated significant interest.\r\n\r\nAccording to the Federal Highway Administration Technical Manual, “jacked box tunneling is a unique tunneling method for constructing shallow rectangular road tunnels beneath critical facilities . . . without disruption of the services provided by those surface facilities or having to relocate them temporarily to accommodate open excavations for cut and cover construction.” Jacked box tunneling had mostly been used outside the U.S., according to the FHA, until it was successfully applied to the construction of three short tunnels beneath a network of rail tracks at South Station in downtown Boston as part of the “Big Dig” project.\r\n\r\nAlso at its Jan. 7 meeting the Park Board approved a resolution to engage Brierley to complete the second, or prudence,” phase of the engineering study.\r\n\r\n<strong>Haigh, Dayton denounce Park Board actions</strong>\r\n\r\nWelcomed at the Jan. 7 meeting were SWLRT officials Mark Fuhrmann and Jim Alexander — the first time, Commissioner John Erwin pointed out, that Southwest staff or Met Council officials have ever attended a Park Board meeting. Their presence was in marked contrast to a letter sent earlier in the day to Board President Liz Wielinski from an exasperated Susan Haigh, outgoing chair of the Met Council.\r\n\r\nHaigh said she read the Park Board’s letter to the FTA regarding the Southwest LRT project “with great dismay and frustration” and excoriated the Board for “disregard[ing]” over two years of efforts by the Met Council to “consult and collaborate.” She characterized the Park Board’s initiative to obtain feasibility and prudence information on alternatives to LRT bridges over the channel — information the Park Board says it has sought but has been denied — as mere “attempts to delay” the SWLRT project.\r\n\r\nHaigh said that “neither I, nor the Governor, will support increasing the project budget” to accommodate anything other than the bridges already proposed. She also “strongly discourage[d] the Park Board from proceeding down a path toward litigation.”\r\n\r\nCommissioner Jon Olson countered that “this hasn’t been a two-way street at working together.” “We’re not here to make them happy,” he said. “We’re here to preserve out park system.” He reminded commissioners that on all too many past projects transportation planners have sought to take the “cheap and easy alternative” of parkland.\r\n\r\nGeneral Counsel Byron Rice affirmed the Park Board’s determination to move forward with its study of alternatives, saying that as SWLRT engineering approaches and passes the 30 percent point the Park Board’s “chance to exert [its] 4(f) influence may be lost.” “Make the FTA aware of your concerns,” he advised, “because ultimately the Park Board has to sign off” on the project.\r\n\r\nThe following day <em>StarTribune</em> readers were greeted by an remarkable page-one banner headline: “Dayton sees viability of Southwest LRT in doubt.” “Prospects are dimming this year” for the project, the story began, “as stronger opposition at the State Capitol is added to a lawsuit by residents opposed to the line and other potential delays.” Dayton was said to be “wondering if there’s enough support to push through the most expensive transportation project in state history.”\r\n\r\nAccording to the transcript of a December interview provided by the governor’s office, Dayton said that the Southwest project is “so bogged down now that I don’t know whether it’s going to be viable or not. I think the people who want to clog up the process have in mind to have this fall apart, and they may get their way.”\r\n\r\nIn a Jan. 8 letter to the <em>StarTribune</em> former Park Board president and CIDNA resident Tom Nordyke challenged Haigh’s and Dayton’s characterizations of Park Board actions. “These concerns are not new at all — the Park Board started raising them six years ago when I served as president,” Nordyke said, “at the same time the Park Board lawyers first advised that under federal law, parkland may not be claimed if there is a feasible alternative.”\r\n\r\nHaigh “can claim dismay all she likes,” Nordyke continued. “However, the Park Board has been very clear for a very long time that it was not on board with the plan and that it had legal standing to challenge it. The Met Council has chosen to ignore, bully, and now vilify the Park Board instead of working with it to address legitimate concerns.\r\n\r\n“Regardless of one’s stand on the Kenilworth channel,” wrote Nordyke, noting that he lives near the channel and supports SWLRT, “the Met Council should have respected the Park Board’s rights and duty to the citizens of Minneapolis. The responsibility for the current SWLRT crisis is on the Met Council’s shoulders, not the Park Board’s.”\r\n\r\n<strong>Municipal consent/DEIS lawsuit</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Lakes and Parks Alliance lawsuit, which asserts that the Metropolitan Council violated state and federal environmental protection law when it put the Southwest project out for municipal consent without meeting EIS requirements, heads to hearings in February and March.\r\n\r\nLPA, a grassroots organization formed to protect the Minneapolis lakes and parks from environmental damage threatened by the SWLRT route, has asked in Minnesota Federal District Court for a summary judgment in the case. LPA contends that a summary judgment is warranted because the facts in the case are not in dispute and are a matter of public record.\r\n\r\nThe Met Council and the FTA have filed a motion to dismiss the LPA suit. The Met Council said in a statement when the LPA suit was filed that state legislation authorizing the project recognized that municipal consent to the preliminary design plans and the environmental review would run simultaneously. “The Legislature did not require or expect the environmental review to be complete before municipal consent,” the statement said. Once the Supplemental DEIS is published, it said, “anyone, including cities and the public, will have an opportunity to comment on the SDEIS.” And if substantial changes need to be made to the design of the project, the Met Council would have to seek further municipal consent.\r\n\r\nMany Minneapolis residents and officials, already mistrustful of a Met Council making promises and assurances on which it later reversed course or backtracked, did not find the statement reassuring.\r\n\r\nIf the court rules for the LPA, the SWLRT approvals obtained by the Met Council through the municipal consent process would become null and void. LPA would ask that the Met Council be ordered to pause the project while the EIS required by state and federal laws was completed and provided to the municipalities along the line in advance of a new consent process.\r\n\r\n“If the municipal consent process has any validity,” says LPA board member and Lowry Hill resident George Puzak, “it has to mean that municipal officials — and the public — are entitled to know the environmental impact of the proposed SWLRT before the officials are forced to vote on it.”\r\n\r\nThe nub of the LPA case is that key portions of the original DEIS were invalidated when the Met Council yielded to TC&amp;W’s demand to continue running freight through the Kenilworth. The DEIS was predicated on relocation, not colocation, and included no mention of tunnels or the impacts of freight bridges and traffic. SWLRT planners initially expected to complete a supplemental DEIS in the first quarter of 2014, in advance of the municipal consent votes, but did not do so. The supplemental DEIS is now anticipated during the first half of 2015.\r\n\r\nJudge John Tunheim has scheduled court hearings on Feb. 25 for the FTA’s and Met Council’s Motion to Dismiss and on March 9 for LPA’s Motion for Summary Judgment. Both hearings are open to the public and Hill and Lake residents are urged to attend. For updates on the case or to support LPA’s efforts, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lakesandparks.com/\">lakesandparks.com</a>&gt;.\r\n\r\n<strong>State funding</strong>\r\n\r\nThe funding formula for SWLRT has called for the FTA to pay 50 percent of the project’s cost, with the Counties Transit Improvement Board (CTIB) putting in 30 percent. CTIB was formed in 2008 by the Legislature to invest in metro-area transit projects through annual capital and operating grants, using primarily a quarter-cent sales tax collected in the five participating counties (Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington). (For more information on CTIB, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://mnrides.org/\">mnrides.org</a>&gt;.)\r\n\r\nThe formula also called on the state and Hennepin County to pay for 10 percent of the project, which has now escalated to $1.65 billion. The state has already appropriated $44 million. The remaining $121 million must be appropriated during the 2015 legislative session for the Met Council to make its crucial application to the FTA for final federal funding. The election in November of a tax- and transit-averse Republican majority in the House, however, has cast doubt on the likelihood of the appropriation.\r\n\r\nDuring last fall’s campaign legislative Republicans made opposition to rail transit a key plank of their transportation policy, and this month the two parties have put forward widely differing plans for transportation priorities and how to pay for them.\r\n\r\nAccording to <em>Twin Cities Business</em> executive editor and Kenwood resident Adam Platt, who has followed the SWLRT saga for years, Southwest and all future Twin Cities transit projects face in House Republicans a “formidable and inflexible foe.” Platt reports that the Met Council believes it has the bonding capacity to fund the state’s share of Southwest, but would prefer not to use it.\r\n\r\nSouthwest backers have said that the $121 million could come from sources other than the state. But given the pushback from non-Hennepin County CTIB commissioners over escalating SWLRT costs and the finite resources available to the Hennepin County Board — and Commissioner Jeff Johnson’s adamant and oft-stated opposition to SWLRT during his run for the governorship last fall — finding an additional $121 million will not be easy.\r\n\r\n<strong>Federal funding</strong>\r\n\r\nEven the federal government’s 50 percent share of Southwest’s costs is perhaps not guaranteed. The massive 2015 spending bill passed by Congress in December gives priority to transit projects requiring less than a 40 percent share. While the bill does not directly impact Southwest now, the <em>StarTribune</em> reports, it “could affect the project if similar criteria are applied to 2016 spending, when the much-debated line will need funding.”\r\n\r\nA 10 percent reduction in the federal contribution would require local sources to come up with yet another $165 million — or scale back the project significantly. Laura Baenen, Southwest project spokesperson, told the <em>StarTribune</em> it’s too early to draw any conclusions about future funding challenges. “To say what might happen after this [2015 budget] is beyond anyone’s knowledge,” she said. “It’s just speculating.”\r\n\r\nFormer U.S. Rep Martin Sabo, who represented the Minneapolis area in Congress for nearly 30 years, says he believes the 2015 budget language as well as other recent Republican attempts to restrict funding for New Starts programs, of which SWLRT is one, could prove to be major obstacles. “It’s a clear indication of the direction the Congress is going in,” he told the <em>StarTribune</em>. Funding handicappers should keep in mind that the Congress will be controlled in 2016 by the same Republicans who control it today — and that 2016 is an election year.\r\n\r\nFor updates on all these issues and to participate in SWLRT advocacy work, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lrtdoneright.org/\">lrtdoneright.org</a>&gt;.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe three comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-65','','','2015-03-05 11:49:58','2015-03-05 17:49:58','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/03/05/46-revision-65/',0,'revision','',0),(1135,2,'2015-03-03 16:46:37','2015-03-03 22:46:37','<strong>Southwest LRT Update         </strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects, at their meeting on:\r\n\r\n<strong>Wednesday, March 4</strong>\r\nMeeting begins at 5:00 p.m.\r\nOpen Time is 5:30 p.m.*\r\nMinneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board\r\n2117 West River Road N  <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcf_ppbG7-9cYjhQtnetrbWTohGFyNG3AzibZtesYx6jrPVhYVYi_GbCgyY4b3ln6Ez3xbedkmAWFBwwvZBYz39m1Ac1zk2jIaHQ6gtSsKU8_7AnAMe4p7NfsRRUP3FV7ZBnuNCvy_spUyDp8ouRJZyIP5BRl_xD68_3egXJ5kFH5Db0GlPDWSeov6gPE3vExrUindhInRrW-EWKOVRXdQ-ZrmYwPhI7rsoVW7VBVy8Dp9qnCmNikX6qe5Orqim9bkIszVJiv35QZZJRauPzWpg1TQCV8Yk4OLs9rrtjCJDcKeaLIys_j6NI6vem69H49Hk9bsFQ1TgIe38OVvWQw3_dSTUoVUC2pnimA7VEkkMGdjPHsavUox93fy78fdGZxV9YU5JYTuqhIcDWYbL0KxboAABeUSUxUF7ZoLY_jYA28jZzjG6FN1LCm-_6xrmpLbtz3qCQ8k0mQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Map</a>\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners will be voting on the following resolution:\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n\r\n* Persons wishing to speak can call in before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting by calling 612-230-6400 to be placed on the agenda or can sign up at the Board meeting prior to the start of \"Open Time\". As stated in Board Rules \"Open Time\" shall not exceed a total of 15 minutes with up to three minutes allowed for citizen testimony, with the time limit to be allotted by the President.\r\n\r\n<strong>**Contact information for Commissioners:</strong>\r\n\r\nLiz Wielinski\r\nCommissioner District 1, President\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 1\r\n<a href=\"mailto:LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nJon Olson\r\nCommissioner District 2\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 2\r\n<a href=\"mailto:JOlson@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">JOlson@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nScott Vreeland\r\nCommissioner District 3\r\n612-721-7892\r\n<a href=\"mailto:SVreeland@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">SVreeland@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nAnita Tabb\r\nCommissioner District 4\r\n612-230-6443 Ext. 4\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ATabb@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">ATabb@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nSteffanie Musich\r\nCommissioner District 5\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 5\r\n<a href=\"mailto:SMusich@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">SMusich@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nBrad Bourn\r\nCommissioner District 6\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 6\r\n<a href=\"mailto:BBourn@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">BBourn@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nJohn Erwin\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 7\r\n<a href=\"mailto:JErwin@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">JErwin@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nMeg Forney\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 8\r\n<a href=\"mailto:MForney@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">MForney@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nM. Annie Young\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 9\r\n<a href=\"mailto:AYoung@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">AYoung@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe SWLRT Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strackosch from Kenwood is on the CAC. Her summary of the February meeting can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/CAC_Feb-24-2015-notes.docx\">CAC_Feb 24 2015 notes</a>\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong></p>\r\nBy Michael Wilson (published in January 2015 Hill and Lake Press)\r\n\r\nFunding and legal challenges to the Southwest LRT project, coming on top of the Minneapolis Park Board’s determination to study the feasibility and prudence of alternatives to the obtrusive bridges planned for the Kenilworth Channel, have led some frustrated state and Metropolitan Council officials to charge that the continued viability of the $1.65 billion project is being threatened.\r\n\r\nThe Park Board has become the current primary target of wrath from those who want the embattled project to proceed exactly as currently designed. But challenges also loom in the form of potential state and federal funding shortfalls in addition to a federal lawsuit by the Lakes and Parks Alliance asserting that the Met Council sought and obtained municipal consent for the project without completing a supplement to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).\r\n\r\nAlso apparent is mounting pushback from many outstate and metro-area officials and citizens  troubled with what they view as a disproportionate share of transportation dollars being allotted to just one part of a projected transit network while the need for increased transportation funding throughout the state has reached critical levels.\r\n\r\nAnd less palpable but no less real is the weariness and wariness that many are feeling — perhaps particularly those in our Hill and Lake neighborhoods — after two decades of misinformed decisions, broken promises and battles to try to get Southwest LRT done right.\r\n\r\n<strong>The Park Board and Section 4(f)</strong>\r\n\r\nWhen the DEIS for the Southwest LRT project was published in October 2012, relocation of freight rail from the Kenilworth Corridor to a new route in St. Louis Park was accepted as fact. In its response to the DEIS the Park Board expressed its concerns over the impacts that LRT would impose on the environmentally sensitive corridor and in particular on the Park Board-owned lakes and Kenilworth Channel, part of the historic Grand Rounds. Of special concern were the massive bridges that would be required to carry 220 LRT trains daily over the channel.\r\n\r\nConsternation soon followed when Twin Cities &amp; Western RR, operator of freight in the corridor, refused to give any serious consideration to relocating its trains from the Kenilworth Corridor, creating the specter of a rebuilt, enlarged freight bridge joining the LRT bridges.\r\n\r\nIn April 2013 the Southwest Project Office proposed six options for fitting freight, LRT, and recreational trails in the corridor. Two of those options involved putting LRT in either a deep-bore tunnel or two shallow cut-and-cover tunnels. The tunneling options were accepted as feasible — engineers can build anything you want, including Boston’s “Big Dig” and the English Channel tunnel. Paying for it is another matter, though, and in September 2013, concerned by total project costs that had by then climbed well past $1 billion, the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee voted to cease any further preliminary engineering work on the deep-bore tunnel option.\r\n\r\n<strong>Park Board’s ‘voice crying in the wilderness’</strong>\r\n\r\nThroughout 2013 and much of 2014 the Park Board continued to express grave misgivings over the potential adverse and irreparable visual, safety, noise, and aesthetic impacts posed by new LRT bridges and traffic. Despite the Park Board’s clout under Section 4(f) of the 1966 Department of Transportation Act, which allows the Secretary of Transportation to approve a highway project that uses publicly owned parkland or land from a historic site only if there is no “feasible and prudent alternative to the use of such land” and if the project includes “all possible planning to minimize harm,” Park Board commissioners felt that their concerns were being given short shrift by the Met Council and SWLRT planners.\r\n\r\nFinally on Oct. 1 the Park Board voted to allocate up to $500,000 to conduct their own feasibility and prudence study to inform their response to the promised Supplemental DEIS, their decision on signing off on the project to the Secretary of Transportation — and their option to sue the Met Council and the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) over the matter.\r\n\r\nAn already unhappy Met Council was even less pleased when on Nov. 19 the Park Board awarded a $245,000 contract to Brierley Associates for the first phase of a two-part study to evaluate the feasibility of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel.\r\n\r\nAt its Jan. 7 and 16 meetings the Park Board heard positive feasibility results on two tunneling options studied by Brierley. A cut-and-cover tunnel option, which would involve shutting down the channel during construction, was already familiar to most listeners. A less-familiar technique called a “jacked box” tunnel generated significant interest.\r\n\r\nAccording to the Federal Highway Administration Technical Manual, “jacked box tunneling is a unique tunneling method for constructing shallow rectangular road tunnels beneath critical facilities . . . without disruption of the services provided by those surface facilities or having to relocate them temporarily to accommodate open excavations for cut and cover construction.” Jacked box tunneling had mostly been used outside the U.S., according to the FHA, until it was successfully applied to the construction of three short tunnels beneath a network of rail tracks at South Station in downtown Boston as part of the “Big Dig” project.\r\n\r\nAlso at its Jan. 7 meeting the Park Board approved a resolution to engage Brierley to complete the second, or prudence,” phase of the engineering study.\r\n\r\n<strong>Haigh, Dayton denounce Park Board actions</strong>\r\n\r\nWelcomed at the Jan. 7 meeting were SWLRT officials Mark Fuhrmann and Jim Alexander — the first time, Commissioner John Erwin pointed out, that Southwest staff or Met Council officials have ever attended a Park Board meeting. Their presence was in marked contrast to a letter sent earlier in the day to Board President Liz Wielinski from an exasperated Susan Haigh, outgoing chair of the Met Council.\r\n\r\nHaigh said she read the Park Board’s letter to the FTA regarding the Southwest LRT project “with great dismay and frustration” and excoriated the Board for “disregard[ing]” over two years of efforts by the Met Council to “consult and collaborate.” She characterized the Park Board’s initiative to obtain feasibility and prudence information on alternatives to LRT bridges over the channel — information the Park Board says it has sought but has been denied — as mere “attempts to delay” the SWLRT project.\r\n\r\nHaigh said that “neither I, nor the Governor, will support increasing the project budget” to accommodate anything other than the bridges already proposed. She also “strongly discourage[d] the Park Board from proceeding down a path toward litigation.”\r\n\r\nCommissioner Jon Olson countered that “this hasn’t been a two-way street at working together.” “We’re not here to make them happy,” he said. “We’re here to preserve out park system.” He reminded commissioners that on all too many past projects transportation planners have sought to take the “cheap and easy alternative” of parkland.\r\n\r\nGeneral Counsel Byron Rice affirmed the Park Board’s determination to move forward with its study of alternatives, saying that as SWLRT engineering approaches and passes the 30 percent point the Park Board’s “chance to exert [its] 4(f) influence may be lost.” “Make the FTA aware of your concerns,” he advised, “because ultimately the Park Board has to sign off” on the project.\r\n\r\nThe following day <em>StarTribune</em> readers were greeted by an remarkable page-one banner headline: “Dayton sees viability of Southwest LRT in doubt.” “Prospects are dimming this year” for the project, the story began, “as stronger opposition at the State Capitol is added to a lawsuit by residents opposed to the line and other potential delays.” Dayton was said to be “wondering if there’s enough support to push through the most expensive transportation project in state history.”\r\n\r\nAccording to the transcript of a December interview provided by the governor’s office, Dayton said that the Southwest project is “so bogged down now that I don’t know whether it’s going to be viable or not. I think the people who want to clog up the process have in mind to have this fall apart, and they may get their way.”\r\n\r\nIn a Jan. 8 letter to the <em>StarTribune</em> former Park Board president and CIDNA resident Tom Nordyke challenged Haigh’s and Dayton’s characterizations of Park Board actions. “These concerns are not new at all — the Park Board started raising them six years ago when I served as president,” Nordyke said, “at the same time the Park Board lawyers first advised that under federal law, parkland may not be claimed if there is a feasible alternative.”\r\n\r\nHaigh “can claim dismay all she likes,” Nordyke continued. “However, the Park Board has been very clear for a very long time that it was not on board with the plan and that it had legal standing to challenge it. The Met Council has chosen to ignore, bully, and now vilify the Park Board instead of working with it to address legitimate concerns.\r\n\r\n“Regardless of one’s stand on the Kenilworth channel,” wrote Nordyke, noting that he lives near the channel and supports SWLRT, “the Met Council should have respected the Park Board’s rights and duty to the citizens of Minneapolis. The responsibility for the current SWLRT crisis is on the Met Council’s shoulders, not the Park Board’s.”\r\n\r\n<strong>Municipal consent/DEIS lawsuit</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Lakes and Parks Alliance lawsuit, which asserts that the Metropolitan Council violated state and federal environmental protection law when it put the Southwest project out for municipal consent without meeting EIS requirements, heads to hearings in February and March.\r\n\r\nLPA, a grassroots organization formed to protect the Minneapolis lakes and parks from environmental damage threatened by the SWLRT route, has asked in Minnesota Federal District Court for a summary judgment in the case. LPA contends that a summary judgment is warranted because the facts in the case are not in dispute and are a matter of public record.\r\n\r\nThe Met Council and the FTA have filed a motion to dismiss the LPA suit. The Met Council said in a statement when the LPA suit was filed that state legislation authorizing the project recognized that municipal consent to the preliminary design plans and the environmental review would run simultaneously. “The Legislature did not require or expect the environmental review to be complete before municipal consent,” the statement said. Once the Supplemental DEIS is published, it said, “anyone, including cities and the public, will have an opportunity to comment on the SDEIS.” And if substantial changes need to be made to the design of the project, the Met Council would have to seek further municipal consent.\r\n\r\nMany Minneapolis residents and officials, already mistrustful of a Met Council making promises and assurances on which it later reversed course or backtracked, did not find the statement reassuring.\r\n\r\nIf the court rules for the LPA, the SWLRT approvals obtained by the Met Council through the municipal consent process would become null and void. LPA would ask that the Met Council be ordered to pause the project while the EIS required by state and federal laws was completed and provided to the municipalities along the line in advance of a new consent process.\r\n\r\n“If the municipal consent process has any validity,” says LPA board member and Lowry Hill resident George Puzak, “it has to mean that municipal officials — and the public — are entitled to know the environmental impact of the proposed SWLRT before the officials are forced to vote on it.”\r\n\r\nThe nub of the LPA case is that key portions of the original DEIS were invalidated when the Met Council yielded to TC&amp;W’s demand to continue running freight through the Kenilworth. The DEIS was predicated on relocation, not colocation, and included no mention of tunnels or the impacts of freight bridges and traffic. SWLRT planners initially expected to complete a supplemental DEIS in the first quarter of 2014, in advance of the municipal consent votes, but did not do so. The supplemental DEIS is now anticipated during the first half of 2015.\r\n\r\nJudge John Tunheim has scheduled court hearings on Feb. 25 for the FTA’s and Met Council’s Motion to Dismiss and on March 9 for LPA’s Motion for Summary Judgment. Both hearings are open to the public and Hill and Lake residents are urged to attend. For updates on the case or to support LPA’s efforts, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lakesandparks.com/\">lakesandparks.com</a>&gt;.\r\n\r\n<strong>State funding</strong>\r\n\r\nThe funding formula for SWLRT has called for the FTA to pay 50 percent of the project’s cost, with the Counties Transit Improvement Board (CTIB) putting in 30 percent. CTIB was formed in 2008 by the Legislature to invest in metro-area transit projects through annual capital and operating grants, using primarily a quarter-cent sales tax collected in the five participating counties (Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington). (For more information on CTIB, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://mnrides.org/\">mnrides.org</a>&gt;.)\r\n\r\nThe formula also called on the state and Hennepin County to pay for 10 percent of the project, which has now escalated to $1.65 billion. The state has already appropriated $44 million. The remaining $121 million must be appropriated during the 2015 legislative session for the Met Council to make its crucial application to the FTA for final federal funding. The election in November of a tax- and transit-averse Republican majority in the House, however, has cast doubt on the likelihood of the appropriation.\r\n\r\nDuring last fall’s campaign legislative Republicans made opposition to rail transit a key plank of their transportation policy, and this month the two parties have put forward widely differing plans for transportation priorities and how to pay for them.\r\n\r\nAccording to <em>Twin Cities Business</em> executive editor and Kenwood resident Adam Platt, who has followed the SWLRT saga for years, Southwest and all future Twin Cities transit projects face in House Republicans a “formidable and inflexible foe.” Platt reports that the Met Council believes it has the bonding capacity to fund the state’s share of Southwest, but would prefer not to use it.\r\n\r\nSouthwest backers have said that the $121 million could come from sources other than the state. But given the pushback from non-Hennepin County CTIB commissioners over escalating SWLRT costs and the finite resources available to the Hennepin County Board — and Commissioner Jeff Johnson’s adamant and oft-stated opposition to SWLRT during his run for the governorship last fall — finding an additional $121 million will not be easy.\r\n\r\n<strong>Federal funding</strong>\r\n\r\nEven the federal government’s 50 percent share of Southwest’s costs is perhaps not guaranteed. The massive 2015 spending bill passed by Congress in December gives priority to transit projects requiring less than a 40 percent share. While the bill does not directly impact Southwest now, the <em>StarTribune</em> reports, it “could affect the project if similar criteria are applied to 2016 spending, when the much-debated line will need funding.”\r\n\r\nA 10 percent reduction in the federal contribution would require local sources to come up with yet another $165 million — or scale back the project significantly. Laura Baenen, Southwest project spokesperson, told the <em>StarTribune</em> it’s too early to draw any conclusions about future funding challenges. “To say what might happen after this [2015 budget] is beyond anyone’s knowledge,” she said. “It’s just speculating.”\r\n\r\nFormer U.S. Rep Martin Sabo, who represented the Minneapolis area in Congress for nearly 30 years, says he believes the 2015 budget language as well as other recent Republican attempts to restrict funding for New Starts programs, of which SWLRT is one, could prove to be major obstacles. “It’s a clear indication of the direction the Congress is going in,” he told the <em>StarTribune</em>. Funding handicappers should keep in mind that the Congress will be controlled in 2016 by the same Republicans who control it today — and that 2016 is an election year.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor updates on all these issues and to participate in SWLRT advocacy work, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lrtdoneright.org/\">lrtdoneright.org</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe three comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-58','','','2015-03-03 16:46:37','2015-03-03 22:46:37','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/03/03/46-revision-58/',0,'revision','',0),(417,2,'2012-03-02 12:20:57','2012-03-02 18:20:57','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis (see below for the latest edition) , including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday of the month (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave.  The meeting dates for the remainder of our 2011/2012 fiscal year are: March 5, April 2, and May 7.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-21','','','2012-03-02 12:20:57','2012-03-02 18:20:57','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/03/02/240-revision-21/',0,'revision','',0),(467,2,'2012-07-31 14:08:42','2012-07-31 19:08:42','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis, including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> (See below for the latest edition.) If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday.  The 2012-2013 meetings will be held on July 16<sup>th</sup>, no August meeting, September 10<sup>th</sup>, October 1<sup>st</sup>, November 5<sup>th</sup>, December 3<sup>rd</sup>, January 7<sup>th</sup>, February 4<sup>th</sup>, March 4<sup>th</sup>, April 1<sup>st</sup>, and May 6<sup>th</sup> (unless the annual meeting format is changed).','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-28','','','2012-07-31 14:08:42','2012-07-31 19:08:42','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/07/31/240-revision-28/',0,'revision','',0),(425,2,'2012-04-30 11:46:44','2012-04-30 16:46:44','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis (see below for the latest edition) , including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday of the month (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-22','','','2012-04-30 11:46:44','2012-04-30 16:46:44','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/04/30/240-revision-22/',0,'revision','',0),(426,2,'2012-05-07 12:53:52','2012-05-07 17:53:52','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis (see below for the latest edition) , including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday of the month (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-23','','','2012-05-07 12:53:52','2012-05-07 17:53:52','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/05/07/240-revision-23/',0,'revision','',0),(427,2,'2012-05-07 12:54:22','2012-05-07 17:54:22','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis (see below for the latest edition) , including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday of the month (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-24','','','2012-05-07 12:54:22','2012-05-07 17:54:22','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/05/07/240-revision-24/',0,'revision','',0),(429,2,'2012-05-07 12:54:53','2012-05-07 17:54:53','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis (see below for the latest edition) , including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Board meetings which are generally held on the 1st Monday of the month (unless it’s a holiday; then we meet on the 2nd Monday) from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-25','','','2012-05-07 12:54:53','2012-05-07 17:54:53','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/05/07/240-revision-25/',0,'revision','',0),(1163,2,'2015-04-08 13:22:12','2015-04-08 18:22:12','<strong>Southwest LRT Update re Park Board:\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects, at their meeting on:\r\n\r\n<strong>Wednesday, March 4</strong>\r\nMeeting begins at 5:00 p.m.\r\nOpen Time is 5:30 p.m.*\r\nMinneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board\r\n2117 West River Road N  <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcf_ppbG7-9cYjhQtnetrbWTohGFyNG3AzibZtesYx6jrPVhYVYi_GbCgyY4b3ln6Ez3xbedkmAWFBwwvZBYz39m1Ac1zk2jIaHQ6gtSsKU8_7AnAMe4p7NfsRRUP3FV7ZBnuNCvy_spUyDp8ouRJZyIP5BRl_xD68_3egXJ5kFH5Db0GlPDWSeov6gPE3vExrUindhInRrW-EWKOVRXdQ-ZrmYwPhI7rsoVW7VBVy8Dp9qnCmNikX6qe5Orqim9bkIszVJiv35QZZJRauPzWpg1TQCV8Yk4OLs9rrtjCJDcKeaLIys_j6NI6vem69H49Hk9bsFQ1TgIe38OVvWQw3_dSTUoVUC2pnimA7VEkkMGdjPHsavUox93fy78fdGZxV9YU5JYTuqhIcDWYbL0KxboAABeUSUxUF7ZoLY_jYA28jZzjG6FN1LCm-_6xrmpLbtz3qCQ8k0mQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Map</a>\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners will be voting on the following resolution:\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n\r\n<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe SWLRT Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC. Her summary of the February meeting can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/CAC_Feb-24-2015-notes.docx\">CAC_Feb 24 2015 notes</a>\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Hill &amp; Lake Press article re: SWLRT</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong> By Michael Wilson</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\">The above article can be found on the bottom part of page one of this link:</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><a title=\"Viability of SWLRT, current alignment questioned\" href=\"http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf\">http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe four comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials-FINAL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials FINAL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-67','','','2015-04-08 13:22:12','2015-04-08 18:22:12','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/04/08/46-revision-67/',0,'revision','',0),(1140,2,'2015-03-05 11:48:28','2015-03-05 17:48:28','<strong>Southwest LRT Update         </strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects, at their meeting on:\r\n\r\n<strong>Wednesday, March 4</strong>\r\nMeeting begins at 5:00 p.m.\r\nOpen Time is 5:30 p.m.*\r\nMinneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board\r\n2117 West River Road N  <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcf_ppbG7-9cYjhQtnetrbWTohGFyNG3AzibZtesYx6jrPVhYVYi_GbCgyY4b3ln6Ez3xbedkmAWFBwwvZBYz39m1Ac1zk2jIaHQ6gtSsKU8_7AnAMe4p7NfsRRUP3FV7ZBnuNCvy_spUyDp8ouRJZyIP5BRl_xD68_3egXJ5kFH5Db0GlPDWSeov6gPE3vExrUindhInRrW-EWKOVRXdQ-ZrmYwPhI7rsoVW7VBVy8Dp9qnCmNikX6qe5Orqim9bkIszVJiv35QZZJRauPzWpg1TQCV8Yk4OLs9rrtjCJDcKeaLIys_j6NI6vem69H49Hk9bsFQ1TgIe38OVvWQw3_dSTUoVUC2pnimA7VEkkMGdjPHsavUox93fy78fdGZxV9YU5JYTuqhIcDWYbL0KxboAABeUSUxUF7ZoLY_jYA28jZzjG6FN1LCm-_6xrmpLbtz3qCQ8k0mQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Map</a>\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners will be voting on the following resolution:\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n\r\n* Persons wishing to speak can call in before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting by calling 612-230-6400 to be placed on the agenda or can sign up at the Board meeting prior to the start of \"Open Time\". As stated in Board Rules \"Open Time\" shall not exceed a total of 15 minutes with up to three minutes allowed for citizen testimony, with the time limit to be allotted by the President.\r\n\r\n<strong>**Contact information for Commissioners:</strong>\r\n\r\nLiz Wielinski\r\nCommissioner District 1, President\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 1\r\n<strong><a title=\"mailto:LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org\" href=\"mailto:LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org</a></strong>\r\n\r\nJon Olson\r\nCommissioner District 2\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 2\r\n<strong><a href=\"mailto:JOlson@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">JOlson@minneapolisparks.org</a></strong>\r\n\r\nScott Vreeland\r\nCommissioner District 3\r\n612-721-7892\r\n<strong><a href=\"mailto:SVreeland@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">SVreeland@minneapolisparks.org</a></strong>\r\n\r\nAnita Tabb\r\nCommissioner District 4\r\n612-230-6443 Ext. 4\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ATabb@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">ATabb@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nSteffanie Musich\r\nCommissioner District 5\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 5\r\n<a href=\"mailto:SMusich@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">SMusich@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nBrad Bourn\r\nCommissioner District 6\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 6\r\n<a href=\"mailto:BBourn@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">BBourn@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nJohn Erwin\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 7\r\n<a href=\"mailto:JErwin@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">JErwin@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nMeg Forney\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 8\r\n<a href=\"mailto:MForney@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">MForney@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nM. Annie Young\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 9\r\n<a href=\"mailto:AYoung@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">AYoung@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe SWLRT Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC. Her summary of the February meeting can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/CAC_Feb-24-2015-notes.docx\">CAC_Feb 24 2015 notes</a>\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong></p>\r\n By Michael Wilson\r\n\r\nFunding and legal challenges to the Southwest LRT project, coming on top of the Minneapolis Park Board’s determination to study the feasibility and prudence of alternatives to the obtrusive bridges planned for the Kenilworth Channel, have led some frustrated state and Metropolitan Council officials to charge that the continued viability of the $1.65 billion project is being threatened.\r\n\r\nThe Park Board has become the current primary target of wrath from those who want the embattled project to proceed exactly as currently designed. But challenges also loom in the form of potential state and federal funding shortfalls in addition to a federal lawsuit by the Lakes and Parks Alliance asserting that the Met Council sought and obtained municipal consent for the project without completing a supplement to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).\r\n\r\nAlso apparent is mounting pushback from many outstate and metro-area officials and citizens  troubled with what they view as a disproportionate share of transportation dollars being allotted to just one part of a projected transit network while the need for increased transportation funding throughout the state has reached critical levels.\r\n\r\nAnd less palpable but no less real is the weariness and wariness that many are feeling — perhaps particularly those in our Hill and Lake neighborhoods — after two decades of misinformed decisions, broken promises and battles to try to get Southwest LRT done right.\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>The Park Board and Section 4(f)</strong></p>\r\n When the DEIS for the Southwest LRT project was published in October 2012, relocation of freight rail from the Kenilworth Corridor to a new route in St. Louis Park was accepted as fact. In its response to the DEIS the Park Board expressed its concerns over the impacts that LRT would impose on the environmentally sensitive corridor and in particular on the Park Board-owned lakes and Kenilworth Channel, part of the historic Grand Rounds. Of special concern were the massive bridges that would be required to carry 220 LRT trains daily over the channel.\r\n\r\nConsternation soon followed when Twin Cities &amp; Western RR, operator of freight in the corridor, refused to give any serious consideration to relocating its trains from the Kenilworth Corridor, creating the specter of a rebuilt, enlarged freight bridge joining the LRT bridges.\r\n\r\nIn April 2013 the Southwest Project Office proposed six options for fitting freight, LRT, and recreational trails in the corridor. Two of those options involved putting LRT in either a deep-bore tunnel or two shallow cut-and-cover tunnels. The tunneling options were accepted as feasible — engineers can build anything you want, including Boston’s “Big Dig” and the English Channel tunnel. Paying for it is another matter, though, and in September 2013, concerned by total project costs that had by then climbed well past $1 billion, the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee voted to cease any further preliminary engineering work on the deep-bore tunnel option.\r\n\r\n<strong>Park Board’s ‘voice crying in the wilderness’</strong>\r\n\r\nThroughout 2013 and much of 2014 the Park Board continued to express grave misgivings over the potential adverse and irreparable visual, safety, noise, and aesthetic impacts posed by new LRT bridges and traffic. Despite the Park Board’s clout under Section 4(f) of the 1966 Department of Transportation Act, which allows the Secretary of Transportation to approve a highway project that uses publicly owned parkland or land from a historic site only if there is no “feasible and prudent alternative to the use of such land” and if the project includes “all possible planning to minimize harm,” Park Board commissioners felt that their concerns were being given short shrift by the Met Council and SWLRT planners.\r\n\r\nFinally on Oct. 1 the Park Board voted to allocate up to $500,000 to conduct their own feasibility and prudence study to inform their response to the promised Supplemental DEIS, their decision on signing off on the project to the Secretary of Transportation — and their option to sue the Met Council and the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) over the matter.\r\n\r\nAn already unhappy Met Council was even less pleased when on Nov. 19 the Park Board awarded a $245,000 contract to Brierley Associates for the first phase of a two-part study to evaluate the feasibility of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel.\r\n\r\nAt its Jan. 7 and 16 meetings the Park Board heard positive feasibility results on two tunneling options studied by Brierley. A cut-and-cover tunnel option, which would involve shutting down the channel during construction, was already familiar to most listeners. A less-familiar technique called a “jacked box” tunnel generated significant interest.\r\n\r\nAccording to the Federal Highway Administration Technical Manual, “jacked box tunneling is a unique tunneling method for constructing shallow rectangular road tunnels beneath critical facilities . . . without disruption of the services provided by those surface facilities or having to relocate them temporarily to accommodate open excavations for cut and cover construction.” Jacked box tunneling had mostly been used outside the U.S., according to the FHA, until it was successfully applied to the construction of three short tunnels beneath a network of rail tracks at South Station in downtown Boston as part of the “Big Dig” project.\r\n\r\nAlso at its Jan. 7 meeting the Park Board approved a resolution to engage Brierley to complete the second, or prudence,” phase of the engineering study.\r\n\r\n<strong>Haigh, Dayton denounce Park Board actions</strong>\r\n\r\nWelcomed at the Jan. 7 meeting were SWLRT officials Mark Fuhrmann and Jim Alexander — the first time, Commissioner John Erwin pointed out, that Southwest staff or Met Council officials have ever attended a Park Board meeting. Their presence was in marked contrast to a letter sent earlier in the day to Board President Liz Wielinski from an exasperated Susan Haigh, outgoing chair of the Met Council.\r\n\r\nHaigh said she read the Park Board’s letter to the FTA regarding the Southwest LRT project “with great dismay and frustration” and excoriated the Board for “disregard[ing]” over two years of efforts by the Met Council to “consult and collaborate.” She characterized the Park Board’s initiative to obtain feasibility and prudence information on alternatives to LRT bridges over the channel — information the Park Board says it has sought but has been denied — as mere “attempts to delay” the SWLRT project.\r\n\r\nHaigh said that “neither I, nor the Governor, will support increasing the project budget” to accommodate anything other than the bridges already proposed. She also “strongly discourage[d] the Park Board from proceeding down a path toward litigation.”\r\n\r\nCommissioner Jon Olson countered that “this hasn’t been a two-way street at working together.” “We’re not here to make them happy,” he said. “We’re here to preserve out park system.” He reminded commissioners that on all too many past projects transportation planners have sought to take the “cheap and easy alternative” of parkland.\r\n\r\nGeneral Counsel Byron Rice affirmed the Park Board’s determination to move forward with its study of alternatives, saying that as SWLRT engineering approaches and passes the 30 percent point the Park Board’s “chance to exert [its] 4(f) influence may be lost.” “Make the FTA aware of your concerns,” he advised, “because ultimately the Park Board has to sign off” on the project.\r\n\r\nThe following day <em>StarTribune</em> readers were greeted by an remarkable page-one banner headline: “Dayton sees viability of Southwest LRT in doubt.” “Prospects are dimming this year” for the project, the story began, “as stronger opposition at the State Capitol is added to a lawsuit by residents opposed to the line and other potential delays.” Dayton was said to be “wondering if there’s enough support to push through the most expensive transportation project in state history.”\r\n\r\nAccording to the transcript of a December interview provided by the governor’s office, Dayton said that the Southwest project is “so bogged down now that I don’t know whether it’s going to be viable or not. I think the people who want to clog up the process have in mind to have this fall apart, and they may get their way.”\r\n\r\nIn a Jan. 8 letter to the <em>StarTribune</em> former Park Board president and CIDNA resident Tom Nordyke challenged Haigh’s and Dayton’s characterizations of Park Board actions. “These concerns are not new at all — the Park Board started raising them six years ago when I served as president,” Nordyke said, “at the same time the Park Board lawyers first advised that under federal law, parkland may not be claimed if there is a feasible alternative.”\r\n\r\nHaigh “can claim dismay all she likes,” Nordyke continued. “However, the Park Board has been very clear for a very long time that it was not on board with the plan and that it had legal standing to challenge it. The Met Council has chosen to ignore, bully, and now vilify the Park Board instead of working with it to address legitimate concerns.\r\n\r\n“Regardless of one’s stand on the Kenilworth channel,” wrote Nordyke, noting that he lives near the channel and supports SWLRT, “the Met Council should have respected the Park Board’s rights and duty to the citizens of Minneapolis. The responsibility for the current SWLRT crisis is on the Met Council’s shoulders, not the Park Board’s.”\r\n\r\n<strong>Municipal consent/DEIS lawsuit</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Lakes and Parks Alliance lawsuit, which asserts that the Metropolitan Council violated state and federal environmental protection law when it put the Southwest project out for municipal consent without meeting EIS requirements, heads to hearings in February and March.\r\n\r\nLPA, a grassroots organization formed to protect the Minneapolis lakes and parks from environmental damage threatened by the SWLRT route, has asked in Minnesota Federal District Court for a summary judgment in the case. LPA contends that a summary judgment is warranted because the facts in the case are not in dispute and are a matter of public record.\r\n\r\nThe Met Council and the FTA have filed a motion to dismiss the LPA suit. The Met Council said in a statement when the LPA suit was filed that state legislation authorizing the project recognized that municipal consent to the preliminary design plans and the environmental review would run simultaneously. “The Legislature did not require or expect the environmental review to be complete before municipal consent,” the statement said. Once the Supplemental DEIS is published, it said, “anyone, including cities and the public, will have an opportunity to comment on the SDEIS.” And if substantial changes need to be made to the design of the project, the Met Council would have to seek further municipal consent.\r\n\r\nMany Minneapolis residents and officials, already mistrustful of a Met Council making promises and assurances on which it later reversed course or backtracked, did not find the statement reassuring.\r\n\r\nIf the court rules for the LPA, the SWLRT approvals obtained by the Met Council through the municipal consent process would become null and void. LPA would ask that the Met Council be ordered to pause the project while the EIS required by state and federal laws was completed and provided to the municipalities along the line in advance of a new consent process.\r\n\r\n“If the municipal consent process has any validity,” says LPA board member and Lowry Hill resident George Puzak, “it has to mean that municipal officials — and the public — are entitled to know the environmental impact of the proposed SWLRT before the officials are forced to vote on it.”\r\n\r\nThe nub of the LPA case is that key portions of the original DEIS were invalidated when the Met Council yielded to TC&amp;W’s demand to continue running freight through the Kenilworth. The DEIS was predicated on relocation, not colocation, and included no mention of tunnels or the impacts of freight bridges and traffic. SWLRT planners initially expected to complete a supplemental DEIS in the first quarter of 2014, in advance of the municipal consent votes, but did not do so. The supplemental DEIS is now anticipated during the first half of 2015.\r\n\r\nJudge John Tunheim has scheduled court hearings on Feb. 25 for the FTA’s and Met Council’s Motion to Dismiss and on March 9 for LPA’s Motion for Summary Judgment. Both hearings are open to the public and Hill and Lake residents are urged to attend. For updates on the case or to support LPA’s efforts, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lakesandparks.com/\">lakesandparks.com</a>&gt;.\r\n\r\n<strong>State funding</strong>\r\n\r\nThe funding formula for SWLRT has called for the FTA to pay 50 percent of the project’s cost, with the Counties Transit Improvement Board (CTIB) putting in 30 percent. CTIB was formed in 2008 by the Legislature to invest in metro-area transit projects through annual capital and operating grants, using primarily a quarter-cent sales tax collected in the five participating counties (Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington). (For more information on CTIB, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://mnrides.org/\">mnrides.org</a>&gt;.)\r\n\r\nThe formula also called on the state and Hennepin County to pay for 10 percent of the project, which has now escalated to $1.65 billion. The state has already appropriated $44 million. The remaining $121 million must be appropriated during the 2015 legislative session for the Met Council to make its crucial application to the FTA for final federal funding. The election in November of a tax- and transit-averse Republican majority in the House, however, has cast doubt on the likelihood of the appropriation.\r\n\r\nDuring last fall’s campaign legislative Republicans made opposition to rail transit a key plank of their transportation policy, and this month the two parties have put forward widely differing plans for transportation priorities and how to pay for them.\r\n\r\nAccording to <em>Twin Cities Business</em> executive editor and Kenwood resident Adam Platt, who has followed the SWLRT saga for years, Southwest and all future Twin Cities transit projects face in House Republicans a “formidable and inflexible foe.” Platt reports that the Met Council believes it has the bonding capacity to fund the state’s share of Southwest, but would prefer not to use it.\r\n\r\nSouthwest backers have said that the $121 million could come from sources other than the state. But given the pushback from non-Hennepin County CTIB commissioners over escalating SWLRT costs and the finite resources available to the Hennepin County Board — and Commissioner Jeff Johnson’s adamant and oft-stated opposition to SWLRT during his run for the governorship last fall — finding an additional $121 million will not be easy.\r\n\r\n<strong>Federal funding</strong>\r\n\r\nEven the federal government’s 50 percent share of Southwest’s costs is perhaps not guaranteed. The massive 2015 spending bill passed by Congress in December gives priority to transit projects requiring less than a 40 percent share. While the bill does not directly impact Southwest now, the <em>StarTribune</em> reports, it “could affect the project if similar criteria are applied to 2016 spending, when the much-debated line will need funding.”\r\n\r\nA 10 percent reduction in the federal contribution would require local sources to come up with yet another $165 million — or scale back the project significantly. Laura Baenen, Southwest project spokesperson, told the <em>StarTribune</em> it’s too early to draw any conclusions about future funding challenges. “To say what might happen after this [2015 budget] is beyond anyone’s knowledge,” she said. “It’s just speculating.”\r\n\r\nFormer U.S. Rep Martin Sabo, who represented the Minneapolis area in Congress for nearly 30 years, says he believes the 2015 budget language as well as other recent Republican attempts to restrict funding for New Starts programs, of which SWLRT is one, could prove to be major obstacles. “It’s a clear indication of the direction the Congress is going in,” he told the <em>StarTribune</em>. Funding handicappers should keep in mind that the Congress will be controlled in 2016 by the same Republicans who control it today — and that 2016 is an election year.\r\n\r\nFor updates on all these issues and to participate in SWLRT advocacy work, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lrtdoneright.org/\">lrtdoneright.org</a>&gt;.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe three comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-63','','','2015-03-05 11:48:28','2015-03-05 17:48:28','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/03/05/46-revision-63/',0,'revision','',0),(1141,2,'2015-03-05 11:48:28','2015-03-05 17:48:28','<strong>Southwest LRT Update         </strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects, at their meeting on:\r\n\r\n<strong>Wednesday, March 4</strong>\r\nMeeting begins at 5:00 p.m.\r\nOpen Time is 5:30 p.m.*\r\nMinneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board\r\n2117 West River Road N  <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcf_ppbG7-9cYjhQtnetrbWTohGFyNG3AzibZtesYx6jrPVhYVYi_GbCgyY4b3ln6Ez3xbedkmAWFBwwvZBYz39m1Ac1zk2jIaHQ6gtSsKU8_7AnAMe4p7NfsRRUP3FV7ZBnuNCvy_spUyDp8ouRJZyIP5BRl_xD68_3egXJ5kFH5Db0GlPDWSeov6gPE3vExrUindhInRrW-EWKOVRXdQ-ZrmYwPhI7rsoVW7VBVy8Dp9qnCmNikX6qe5Orqim9bkIszVJiv35QZZJRauPzWpg1TQCV8Yk4OLs9rrtjCJDcKeaLIys_j6NI6vem69H49Hk9bsFQ1TgIe38OVvWQw3_dSTUoVUC2pnimA7VEkkMGdjPHsavUox93fy78fdGZxV9YU5JYTuqhIcDWYbL0KxboAABeUSUxUF7ZoLY_jYA28jZzjG6FN1LCm-_6xrmpLbtz3qCQ8k0mQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Map</a>\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners will be voting on the following resolution:\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n\r\n* Persons wishing to speak can call in before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting by calling 612-230-6400 to be placed on the agenda or can sign up at the Board meeting prior to the start of \"Open Time\". As stated in Board Rules \"Open Time\" shall not exceed a total of 15 minutes with up to three minutes allowed for citizen testimony, with the time limit to be allotted by the President.\r\n\r\n<strong>**Contact information for Commissioners:</strong>\r\n\r\nLiz Wielinski\r\nCommissioner District 1, President\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 1\r\n<strong><a title=\"mailto:LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org\" href=\"mailto:LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org</a></strong>\r\n\r\nJon Olson\r\nCommissioner District 2\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 2\r\n<strong><a href=\"mailto:JOlson@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">JOlson@minneapolisparks.org</a></strong>\r\n\r\nScott Vreeland\r\nCommissioner District 3\r\n612-721-7892\r\n<strong><a href=\"mailto:SVreeland@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">SVreeland@minneapolisparks.org</a></strong>\r\n\r\nAnita Tabb\r\nCommissioner District 4\r\n612-230-6443 Ext. 4\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ATabb@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">ATabb@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nSteffanie Musich\r\nCommissioner District 5\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 5\r\n<a href=\"mailto:SMusich@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">SMusich@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nBrad Bourn\r\nCommissioner District 6\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 6\r\n<a href=\"mailto:BBourn@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">BBourn@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nJohn Erwin\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 7\r\n<a href=\"mailto:JErwin@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">JErwin@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nMeg Forney\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 8\r\n<a href=\"mailto:MForney@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">MForney@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nM. Annie Young\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 9\r\n<a href=\"mailto:AYoung@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">AYoung@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe SWLRT Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC. Her summary of the February meeting can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/CAC_Feb-24-2015-notes.docx\">CAC_Feb 24 2015 notes</a>\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong></p>\r\n By Michael Wilson\r\n\r\nFunding and legal challenges to the Southwest LRT project, coming on top of the Minneapolis Park Board’s determination to study the feasibility and prudence of alternatives to the obtrusive bridges planned for the Kenilworth Channel, have led some frustrated state and Metropolitan Council officials to charge that the continued viability of the $1.65 billion project is being threatened.\r\n\r\nThe Park Board has become the current primary target of wrath from those who want the embattled project to proceed exactly as currently designed. But challenges also loom in the form of potential state and federal funding shortfalls in addition to a federal lawsuit by the Lakes and Parks Alliance asserting that the Met Council sought and obtained municipal consent for the project without completing a supplement to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).\r\n\r\nAlso apparent is mounting pushback from many outstate and metro-area officials and citizens  troubled with what they view as a disproportionate share of transportation dollars being allotted to just one part of a projected transit network while the need for increased transportation funding throughout the state has reached critical levels.\r\n\r\nAnd less palpable but no less real is the weariness and wariness that many are feeling — perhaps particularly those in our Hill and Lake neighborhoods — after two decades of misinformed decisions, broken promises and battles to try to get Southwest LRT done right.\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>The Park Board and Section 4(f)</strong></p>\r\n When the DEIS for the Southwest LRT project was published in October 2012, relocation of freight rail from the Kenilworth Corridor to a new route in St. Louis Park was accepted as fact. In its response to the DEIS the Park Board expressed its concerns over the impacts that LRT would impose on the environmentally sensitive corridor and in particular on the Park Board-owned lakes and Kenilworth Channel, part of the historic Grand Rounds. Of special concern were the massive bridges that would be required to carry 220 LRT trains daily over the channel.\r\n\r\nConsternation soon followed when Twin Cities &amp; Western RR, operator of freight in the corridor, refused to give any serious consideration to relocating its trains from the Kenilworth Corridor, creating the specter of a rebuilt, enlarged freight bridge joining the LRT bridges.\r\n\r\nIn April 2013 the Southwest Project Office proposed six options for fitting freight, LRT, and recreational trails in the corridor. Two of those options involved putting LRT in either a deep-bore tunnel or two shallow cut-and-cover tunnels. The tunneling options were accepted as feasible — engineers can build anything you want, including Boston’s “Big Dig” and the English Channel tunnel. Paying for it is another matter, though, and in September 2013, concerned by total project costs that had by then climbed well past $1 billion, the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee voted to cease any further preliminary engineering work on the deep-bore tunnel option.\r\n\r\n<strong>Park Board’s ‘voice crying in the wilderness’</strong>\r\n\r\nThroughout 2013 and much of 2014 the Park Board continued to express grave misgivings over the potential adverse and irreparable visual, safety, noise, and aesthetic impacts posed by new LRT bridges and traffic. Despite the Park Board’s clout under Section 4(f) of the 1966 Department of Transportation Act, which allows the Secretary of Transportation to approve a highway project that uses publicly owned parkland or land from a historic site only if there is no “feasible and prudent alternative to the use of such land” and if the project includes “all possible planning to minimize harm,” Park Board commissioners felt that their concerns were being given short shrift by the Met Council and SWLRT planners.\r\n\r\nFinally on Oct. 1 the Park Board voted to allocate up to $500,000 to conduct their own feasibility and prudence study to inform their response to the promised Supplemental DEIS, their decision on signing off on the project to the Secretary of Transportation — and their option to sue the Met Council and the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) over the matter.\r\n\r\nAn already unhappy Met Council was even less pleased when on Nov. 19 the Park Board awarded a $245,000 contract to Brierley Associates for the first phase of a two-part study to evaluate the feasibility of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel.\r\n\r\nAt its Jan. 7 and 16 meetings the Park Board heard positive feasibility results on two tunneling options studied by Brierley. A cut-and-cover tunnel option, which would involve shutting down the channel during construction, was already familiar to most listeners. A less-familiar technique called a “jacked box” tunnel generated significant interest.\r\n\r\nAccording to the Federal Highway Administration Technical Manual, “jacked box tunneling is a unique tunneling method for constructing shallow rectangular road tunnels beneath critical facilities . . . without disruption of the services provided by those surface facilities or having to relocate them temporarily to accommodate open excavations for cut and cover construction.” Jacked box tunneling had mostly been used outside the U.S., according to the FHA, until it was successfully applied to the construction of three short tunnels beneath a network of rail tracks at South Station in downtown Boston as part of the “Big Dig” project.\r\n\r\nAlso at its Jan. 7 meeting the Park Board approved a resolution to engage Brierley to complete the second, or prudence,” phase of the engineering study.\r\n\r\n<strong>Haigh, Dayton denounce Park Board actions</strong>\r\n\r\nWelcomed at the Jan. 7 meeting were SWLRT officials Mark Fuhrmann and Jim Alexander — the first time, Commissioner John Erwin pointed out, that Southwest staff or Met Council officials have ever attended a Park Board meeting. Their presence was in marked contrast to a letter sent earlier in the day to Board President Liz Wielinski from an exasperated Susan Haigh, outgoing chair of the Met Council.\r\n\r\nHaigh said she read the Park Board’s letter to the FTA regarding the Southwest LRT project “with great dismay and frustration” and excoriated the Board for “disregard[ing]” over two years of efforts by the Met Council to “consult and collaborate.” She characterized the Park Board’s initiative to obtain feasibility and prudence information on alternatives to LRT bridges over the channel — information the Park Board says it has sought but has been denied — as mere “attempts to delay” the SWLRT project.\r\n\r\nHaigh said that “neither I, nor the Governor, will support increasing the project budget” to accommodate anything other than the bridges already proposed. She also “strongly discourage[d] the Park Board from proceeding down a path toward litigation.”\r\n\r\nCommissioner Jon Olson countered that “this hasn’t been a two-way street at working together.” “We’re not here to make them happy,” he said. “We’re here to preserve out park system.” He reminded commissioners that on all too many past projects transportation planners have sought to take the “cheap and easy alternative” of parkland.\r\n\r\nGeneral Counsel Byron Rice affirmed the Park Board’s determination to move forward with its study of alternatives, saying that as SWLRT engineering approaches and passes the 30 percent point the Park Board’s “chance to exert [its] 4(f) influence may be lost.” “Make the FTA aware of your concerns,” he advised, “because ultimately the Park Board has to sign off” on the project.\r\n\r\nThe following day <em>StarTribune</em> readers were greeted by an remarkable page-one banner headline: “Dayton sees viability of Southwest LRT in doubt.” “Prospects are dimming this year” for the project, the story began, “as stronger opposition at the State Capitol is added to a lawsuit by residents opposed to the line and other potential delays.” Dayton was said to be “wondering if there’s enough support to push through the most expensive transportation project in state history.”\r\n\r\nAccording to the transcript of a December interview provided by the governor’s office, Dayton said that the Southwest project is “so bogged down now that I don’t know whether it’s going to be viable or not. I think the people who want to clog up the process have in mind to have this fall apart, and they may get their way.”\r\n\r\nIn a Jan. 8 letter to the <em>StarTribune</em> former Park Board president and CIDNA resident Tom Nordyke challenged Haigh’s and Dayton’s characterizations of Park Board actions. “These concerns are not new at all — the Park Board started raising them six years ago when I served as president,” Nordyke said, “at the same time the Park Board lawyers first advised that under federal law, parkland may not be claimed if there is a feasible alternative.”\r\n\r\nHaigh “can claim dismay all she likes,” Nordyke continued. “However, the Park Board has been very clear for a very long time that it was not on board with the plan and that it had legal standing to challenge it. The Met Council has chosen to ignore, bully, and now vilify the Park Board instead of working with it to address legitimate concerns.\r\n\r\n“Regardless of one’s stand on the Kenilworth channel,” wrote Nordyke, noting that he lives near the channel and supports SWLRT, “the Met Council should have respected the Park Board’s rights and duty to the citizens of Minneapolis. The responsibility for the current SWLRT crisis is on the Met Council’s shoulders, not the Park Board’s.”\r\n\r\n<strong>Municipal consent/DEIS lawsuit</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Lakes and Parks Alliance lawsuit, which asserts that the Metropolitan Council violated state and federal environmental protection law when it put the Southwest project out for municipal consent without meeting EIS requirements, heads to hearings in February and March.\r\n\r\nLPA, a grassroots organization formed to protect the Minneapolis lakes and parks from environmental damage threatened by the SWLRT route, has asked in Minnesota Federal District Court for a summary judgment in the case. LPA contends that a summary judgment is warranted because the facts in the case are not in dispute and are a matter of public record.\r\n\r\nThe Met Council and the FTA have filed a motion to dismiss the LPA suit. The Met Council said in a statement when the LPA suit was filed that state legislation authorizing the project recognized that municipal consent to the preliminary design plans and the environmental review would run simultaneously. “The Legislature did not require or expect the environmental review to be complete before municipal consent,” the statement said. Once the Supplemental DEIS is published, it said, “anyone, including cities and the public, will have an opportunity to comment on the SDEIS.” And if substantial changes need to be made to the design of the project, the Met Council would have to seek further municipal consent.\r\n\r\nMany Minneapolis residents and officials, already mistrustful of a Met Council making promises and assurances on which it later reversed course or backtracked, did not find the statement reassuring.\r\n\r\nIf the court rules for the LPA, the SWLRT approvals obtained by the Met Council through the municipal consent process would become null and void. LPA would ask that the Met Council be ordered to pause the project while the EIS required by state and federal laws was completed and provided to the municipalities along the line in advance of a new consent process.\r\n\r\n“If the municipal consent process has any validity,” says LPA board member and Lowry Hill resident George Puzak, “it has to mean that municipal officials — and the public — are entitled to know the environmental impact of the proposed SWLRT before the officials are forced to vote on it.”\r\n\r\nThe nub of the LPA case is that key portions of the original DEIS were invalidated when the Met Council yielded to TC&amp;W’s demand to continue running freight through the Kenilworth. The DEIS was predicated on relocation, not colocation, and included no mention of tunnels or the impacts of freight bridges and traffic. SWLRT planners initially expected to complete a supplemental DEIS in the first quarter of 2014, in advance of the municipal consent votes, but did not do so. The supplemental DEIS is now anticipated during the first half of 2015.\r\n\r\nJudge John Tunheim has scheduled court hearings on Feb. 25 for the FTA’s and Met Council’s Motion to Dismiss and on March 9 for LPA’s Motion for Summary Judgment. Both hearings are open to the public and Hill and Lake residents are urged to attend. For updates on the case or to support LPA’s efforts, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lakesandparks.com/\">lakesandparks.com</a>&gt;.\r\n\r\n<strong>State funding</strong>\r\n\r\nThe funding formula for SWLRT has called for the FTA to pay 50 percent of the project’s cost, with the Counties Transit Improvement Board (CTIB) putting in 30 percent. CTIB was formed in 2008 by the Legislature to invest in metro-area transit projects through annual capital and operating grants, using primarily a quarter-cent sales tax collected in the five participating counties (Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington). (For more information on CTIB, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://mnrides.org/\">mnrides.org</a>&gt;.)\r\n\r\nThe formula also called on the state and Hennepin County to pay for 10 percent of the project, which has now escalated to $1.65 billion. The state has already appropriated $44 million. The remaining $121 million must be appropriated during the 2015 legislative session for the Met Council to make its crucial application to the FTA for final federal funding. The election in November of a tax- and transit-averse Republican majority in the House, however, has cast doubt on the likelihood of the appropriation.\r\n\r\nDuring last fall’s campaign legislative Republicans made opposition to rail transit a key plank of their transportation policy, and this month the two parties have put forward widely differing plans for transportation priorities and how to pay for them.\r\n\r\nAccording to <em>Twin Cities Business</em> executive editor and Kenwood resident Adam Platt, who has followed the SWLRT saga for years, Southwest and all future Twin Cities transit projects face in House Republicans a “formidable and inflexible foe.” Platt reports that the Met Council believes it has the bonding capacity to fund the state’s share of Southwest, but would prefer not to use it.\r\n\r\nSouthwest backers have said that the $121 million could come from sources other than the state. But given the pushback from non-Hennepin County CTIB commissioners over escalating SWLRT costs and the finite resources available to the Hennepin County Board — and Commissioner Jeff Johnson’s adamant and oft-stated opposition to SWLRT during his run for the governorship last fall — finding an additional $121 million will not be easy.\r\n\r\n<strong>Federal funding</strong>\r\n\r\nEven the federal government’s 50 percent share of Southwest’s costs is perhaps not guaranteed. The massive 2015 spending bill passed by Congress in December gives priority to transit projects requiring less than a 40 percent share. While the bill does not directly impact Southwest now, the <em>StarTribune</em> reports, it “could affect the project if similar criteria are applied to 2016 spending, when the much-debated line will need funding.”\r\n\r\nA 10 percent reduction in the federal contribution would require local sources to come up with yet another $165 million — or scale back the project significantly. Laura Baenen, Southwest project spokesperson, told the <em>StarTribune</em> it’s too early to draw any conclusions about future funding challenges. “To say what might happen after this [2015 budget] is beyond anyone’s knowledge,” she said. “It’s just speculating.”\r\n\r\nFormer U.S. Rep Martin Sabo, who represented the Minneapolis area in Congress for nearly 30 years, says he believes the 2015 budget language as well as other recent Republican attempts to restrict funding for New Starts programs, of which SWLRT is one, could prove to be major obstacles. “It’s a clear indication of the direction the Congress is going in,” he told the <em>StarTribune</em>. Funding handicappers should keep in mind that the Congress will be controlled in 2016 by the same Republicans who control it today — and that 2016 is an election year.\r\n\r\nFor updates on all these issues and to participate in SWLRT advocacy work, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lrtdoneright.org/\">lrtdoneright.org</a>&gt;.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe three comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-64','','','2015-03-05 11:48:28','2015-03-05 17:48:28','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/03/05/46-revision-64/',0,'revision','',0),(1139,2,'2015-03-05 11:41:21','2015-03-05 17:41:21','<strong>Southwest LRT Update         </strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects, at their meeting on:\r\n\r\n<strong>Wednesday, March 4</strong>\r\nMeeting begins at 5:00 p.m.\r\nOpen Time is 5:30 p.m.*\r\nMinneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board\r\n2117 West River Road N  <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcf_ppbG7-9cYjhQtnetrbWTohGFyNG3AzibZtesYx6jrPVhYVYi_GbCgyY4b3ln6Ez3xbedkmAWFBwwvZBYz39m1Ac1zk2jIaHQ6gtSsKU8_7AnAMe4p7NfsRRUP3FV7ZBnuNCvy_spUyDp8ouRJZyIP5BRl_xD68_3egXJ5kFH5Db0GlPDWSeov6gPE3vExrUindhInRrW-EWKOVRXdQ-ZrmYwPhI7rsoVW7VBVy8Dp9qnCmNikX6qe5Orqim9bkIszVJiv35QZZJRauPzWpg1TQCV8Yk4OLs9rrtjCJDcKeaLIys_j6NI6vem69H49Hk9bsFQ1TgIe38OVvWQw3_dSTUoVUC2pnimA7VEkkMGdjPHsavUox93fy78fdGZxV9YU5JYTuqhIcDWYbL0KxboAABeUSUxUF7ZoLY_jYA28jZzjG6FN1LCm-_6xrmpLbtz3qCQ8k0mQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Map</a>\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners will be voting on the following resolution:\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n\r\n* Persons wishing to speak can call in before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting by calling 612-230-6400 to be placed on the agenda or can sign up at the Board meeting prior to the start of \"Open Time\". As stated in Board Rules \"Open Time\" shall not exceed a total of 15 minutes with up to three minutes allowed for citizen testimony, with the time limit to be allotted by the President.\r\n\r\n<strong>**Contact information for Commissioners:</strong>\r\n\r\nLiz Wielinski\r\nCommissioner District 1, President\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 1\r\n<a href=\"mailto:LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nJon Olson\r\nCommissioner District 2\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 2\r\n<a href=\"mailto:JOlson@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">JOlson@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nScott Vreeland\r\nCommissioner District 3\r\n612-721-7892\r\n<a href=\"mailto:SVreeland@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">SVreeland@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nAnita Tabb\r\nCommissioner District 4\r\n612-230-6443 Ext. 4\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ATabb@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">ATabb@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nSteffanie Musich\r\nCommissioner District 5\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 5\r\n<a href=\"mailto:SMusich@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">SMusich@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nBrad Bourn\r\nCommissioner District 6\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 6\r\n<a href=\"mailto:BBourn@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">BBourn@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nJohn Erwin\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 7\r\n<a href=\"mailto:JErwin@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">JErwin@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nMeg Forney\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 8\r\n<a href=\"mailto:MForney@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">MForney@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nM. Annie Young\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 9\r\n<a href=\"mailto:AYoung@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">AYoung@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe SWLRT Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC. Her summary of the February meeting can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/CAC_Feb-24-2015-notes.docx\">CAC_Feb 24 2015 notes</a>\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong></p>\r\n By Michael Wilson\r\n\r\nFunding and legal challenges to the Southwest LRT project, coming on top of the Minneapolis Park Board’s determination to study the feasibility and prudence of alternatives to the obtrusive bridges planned for the Kenilworth Channel, have led some frustrated state and Metropolitan Council officials to charge that the continued viability of the $1.65 billion project is being threatened.\r\n\r\nThe Park Board has become the current primary target of wrath from those who want the embattled project to proceed exactly as currently designed. But challenges also loom in the form of potential state and federal funding shortfalls in addition to a federal lawsuit by the Lakes and Parks Alliance asserting that the Met Council sought and obtained municipal consent for the project without completing a supplement to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).\r\n\r\nAlso apparent is mounting pushback from many outstate and metro-area officials and citizens  troubled with what they view as a disproportionate share of transportation dollars being allotted to just one part of a projected transit network while the need for increased transportation funding throughout the state has reached critical levels.\r\n\r\nAnd less palpable but no less real is the weariness and wariness that many are feeling — perhaps particularly those in our Hill and Lake neighborhoods — after two decades of misinformed decisions, broken promises and battles to try to get Southwest LRT done right.\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>The Park Board and Section 4(f)</strong></p>\r\n When the DEIS for the Southwest LRT project was published in October 2012, relocation of freight rail from the Kenilworth Corridor to a new route in St. Louis Park was accepted as fact. In its response to the DEIS the Park Board expressed its concerns over the impacts that LRT would impose on the environmentally sensitive corridor and in particular on the Park Board-owned lakes and Kenilworth Channel, part of the historic Grand Rounds. Of special concern were the massive bridges that would be required to carry 220 LRT trains daily over the channel.\r\n\r\nConsternation soon followed when Twin Cities &amp; Western RR, operator of freight in the corridor, refused to give any serious consideration to relocating its trains from the Kenilworth Corridor, creating the specter of a rebuilt, enlarged freight bridge joining the LRT bridges.\r\n\r\nIn April 2013 the Southwest Project Office proposed six options for fitting freight, LRT, and recreational trails in the corridor. Two of those options involved putting LRT in either a deep-bore tunnel or two shallow cut-and-cover tunnels. The tunneling options were accepted as feasible — engineers can build anything you want, including Boston’s “Big Dig” and the English Channel tunnel. Paying for it is another matter, though, and in September 2013, concerned by total project costs that had by then climbed well past $1 billion, the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee voted to cease any further preliminary engineering work on the deep-bore tunnel option.\r\n\r\n<strong>Park Board’s ‘voice crying in the wilderness’</strong>\r\n\r\nThroughout 2013 and much of 2014 the Park Board continued to express grave misgivings over the potential adverse and irreparable visual, safety, noise, and aesthetic impacts posed by new LRT bridges and traffic. Despite the Park Board’s clout under Section 4(f) of the 1966 Department of Transportation Act, which allows the Secretary of Transportation to approve a highway project that uses publicly owned parkland or land from a historic site only if there is no “feasible and prudent alternative to the use of such land” and if the project includes “all possible planning to minimize harm,” Park Board commissioners felt that their concerns were being given short shrift by the Met Council and SWLRT planners.\r\n\r\nFinally on Oct. 1 the Park Board voted to allocate up to $500,000 to conduct their own feasibility and prudence study to inform their response to the promised Supplemental DEIS, their decision on signing off on the project to the Secretary of Transportation — and their option to sue the Met Council and the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) over the matter.\r\n\r\nAn already unhappy Met Council was even less pleased when on Nov. 19 the Park Board awarded a $245,000 contract to Brierley Associates for the first phase of a two-part study to evaluate the feasibility of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel.\r\n\r\nAt its Jan. 7 and 16 meetings the Park Board heard positive feasibility results on two tunneling options studied by Brierley. A cut-and-cover tunnel option, which would involve shutting down the channel during construction, was already familiar to most listeners. A less-familiar technique called a “jacked box” tunnel generated significant interest.\r\n\r\nAccording to the Federal Highway Administration Technical Manual, “jacked box tunneling is a unique tunneling method for constructing shallow rectangular road tunnels beneath critical facilities . . . without disruption of the services provided by those surface facilities or having to relocate them temporarily to accommodate open excavations for cut and cover construction.” Jacked box tunneling had mostly been used outside the U.S., according to the FHA, until it was successfully applied to the construction of three short tunnels beneath a network of rail tracks at South Station in downtown Boston as part of the “Big Dig” project.\r\n\r\nAlso at its Jan. 7 meeting the Park Board approved a resolution to engage Brierley to complete the second, or prudence,” phase of the engineering study.\r\n\r\n<strong>Haigh, Dayton denounce Park Board actions</strong>\r\n\r\nWelcomed at the Jan. 7 meeting were SWLRT officials Mark Fuhrmann and Jim Alexander — the first time, Commissioner John Erwin pointed out, that Southwest staff or Met Council officials have ever attended a Park Board meeting. Their presence was in marked contrast to a letter sent earlier in the day to Board President Liz Wielinski from an exasperated Susan Haigh, outgoing chair of the Met Council.\r\n\r\nHaigh said she read the Park Board’s letter to the FTA regarding the Southwest LRT project “with great dismay and frustration” and excoriated the Board for “disregard[ing]” over two years of efforts by the Met Council to “consult and collaborate.” She characterized the Park Board’s initiative to obtain feasibility and prudence information on alternatives to LRT bridges over the channel — information the Park Board says it has sought but has been denied — as mere “attempts to delay” the SWLRT project.\r\n\r\nHaigh said that “neither I, nor the Governor, will support increasing the project budget” to accommodate anything other than the bridges already proposed. She also “strongly discourage[d] the Park Board from proceeding down a path toward litigation.”\r\n\r\nCommissioner Jon Olson countered that “this hasn’t been a two-way street at working together.” “We’re not here to make them happy,” he said. “We’re here to preserve out park system.” He reminded commissioners that on all too many past projects transportation planners have sought to take the “cheap and easy alternative” of parkland.\r\n\r\nGeneral Counsel Byron Rice affirmed the Park Board’s determination to move forward with its study of alternatives, saying that as SWLRT engineering approaches and passes the 30 percent point the Park Board’s “chance to exert [its] 4(f) influence may be lost.” “Make the FTA aware of your concerns,” he advised, “because ultimately the Park Board has to sign off” on the project.\r\n\r\nThe following day <em>StarTribune</em> readers were greeted by an remarkable page-one banner headline: “Dayton sees viability of Southwest LRT in doubt.” “Prospects are dimming this year” for the project, the story began, “as stronger opposition at the State Capitol is added to a lawsuit by residents opposed to the line and other potential delays.” Dayton was said to be “wondering if there’s enough support to push through the most expensive transportation project in state history.”\r\n\r\nAccording to the transcript of a December interview provided by the governor’s office, Dayton said that the Southwest project is “so bogged down now that I don’t know whether it’s going to be viable or not. I think the people who want to clog up the process have in mind to have this fall apart, and they may get their way.”\r\n\r\nIn a Jan. 8 letter to the <em>StarTribune</em> former Park Board president and CIDNA resident Tom Nordyke challenged Haigh’s and Dayton’s characterizations of Park Board actions. “These concerns are not new at all — the Park Board started raising them six years ago when I served as president,” Nordyke said, “at the same time the Park Board lawyers first advised that under federal law, parkland may not be claimed if there is a feasible alternative.”\r\n\r\nHaigh “can claim dismay all she likes,” Nordyke continued. “However, the Park Board has been very clear for a very long time that it was not on board with the plan and that it had legal standing to challenge it. The Met Council has chosen to ignore, bully, and now vilify the Park Board instead of working with it to address legitimate concerns.\r\n\r\n“Regardless of one’s stand on the Kenilworth channel,” wrote Nordyke, noting that he lives near the channel and supports SWLRT, “the Met Council should have respected the Park Board’s rights and duty to the citizens of Minneapolis. The responsibility for the current SWLRT crisis is on the Met Council’s shoulders, not the Park Board’s.”\r\n\r\n<strong>Municipal consent/DEIS lawsuit</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Lakes and Parks Alliance lawsuit, which asserts that the Metropolitan Council violated state and federal environmental protection law when it put the Southwest project out for municipal consent without meeting EIS requirements, heads to hearings in February and March.\r\n\r\nLPA, a grassroots organization formed to protect the Minneapolis lakes and parks from environmental damage threatened by the SWLRT route, has asked in Minnesota Federal District Court for a summary judgment in the case. LPA contends that a summary judgment is warranted because the facts in the case are not in dispute and are a matter of public record.\r\n\r\nThe Met Council and the FTA have filed a motion to dismiss the LPA suit. The Met Council said in a statement when the LPA suit was filed that state legislation authorizing the project recognized that municipal consent to the preliminary design plans and the environmental review would run simultaneously. “The Legislature did not require or expect the environmental review to be complete before municipal consent,” the statement said. Once the Supplemental DEIS is published, it said, “anyone, including cities and the public, will have an opportunity to comment on the SDEIS.” And if substantial changes need to be made to the design of the project, the Met Council would have to seek further municipal consent.\r\n\r\nMany Minneapolis residents and officials, already mistrustful of a Met Council making promises and assurances on which it later reversed course or backtracked, did not find the statement reassuring.\r\n\r\nIf the court rules for the LPA, the SWLRT approvals obtained by the Met Council through the municipal consent process would become null and void. LPA would ask that the Met Council be ordered to pause the project while the EIS required by state and federal laws was completed and provided to the municipalities along the line in advance of a new consent process.\r\n\r\n“If the municipal consent process has any validity,” says LPA board member and Lowry Hill resident George Puzak, “it has to mean that municipal officials — and the public — are entitled to know the environmental impact of the proposed SWLRT before the officials are forced to vote on it.”\r\n\r\nThe nub of the LPA case is that key portions of the original DEIS were invalidated when the Met Council yielded to TC&amp;W’s demand to continue running freight through the Kenilworth. The DEIS was predicated on relocation, not colocation, and included no mention of tunnels or the impacts of freight bridges and traffic. SWLRT planners initially expected to complete a supplemental DEIS in the first quarter of 2014, in advance of the municipal consent votes, but did not do so. The supplemental DEIS is now anticipated during the first half of 2015.\r\n\r\nJudge John Tunheim has scheduled court hearings on Feb. 25 for the FTA’s and Met Council’s Motion to Dismiss and on March 9 for LPA’s Motion for Summary Judgment. Both hearings are open to the public and Hill and Lake residents are urged to attend. For updates on the case or to support LPA’s efforts, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lakesandparks.com/\">lakesandparks.com</a>&gt;.\r\n\r\n<strong>State funding</strong>\r\n\r\nThe funding formula for SWLRT has called for the FTA to pay 50 percent of the project’s cost, with the Counties Transit Improvement Board (CTIB) putting in 30 percent. CTIB was formed in 2008 by the Legislature to invest in metro-area transit projects through annual capital and operating grants, using primarily a quarter-cent sales tax collected in the five participating counties (Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington). (For more information on CTIB, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://mnrides.org/\">mnrides.org</a>&gt;.)\r\n\r\nThe formula also called on the state and Hennepin County to pay for 10 percent of the project, which has now escalated to $1.65 billion. The state has already appropriated $44 million. The remaining $121 million must be appropriated during the 2015 legislative session for the Met Council to make its crucial application to the FTA for final federal funding. The election in November of a tax- and transit-averse Republican majority in the House, however, has cast doubt on the likelihood of the appropriation.\r\n\r\nDuring last fall’s campaign legislative Republicans made opposition to rail transit a key plank of their transportation policy, and this month the two parties have put forward widely differing plans for transportation priorities and how to pay for them.\r\n\r\nAccording to <em>Twin Cities Business</em> executive editor and Kenwood resident Adam Platt, who has followed the SWLRT saga for years, Southwest and all future Twin Cities transit projects face in House Republicans a “formidable and inflexible foe.” Platt reports that the Met Council believes it has the bonding capacity to fund the state’s share of Southwest, but would prefer not to use it.\r\n\r\nSouthwest backers have said that the $121 million could come from sources other than the state. But given the pushback from non-Hennepin County CTIB commissioners over escalating SWLRT costs and the finite resources available to the Hennepin County Board — and Commissioner Jeff Johnson’s adamant and oft-stated opposition to SWLRT during his run for the governorship last fall — finding an additional $121 million will not be easy.\r\n\r\n<strong>Federal funding</strong>\r\n\r\nEven the federal government’s 50 percent share of Southwest’s costs is perhaps not guaranteed. The massive 2015 spending bill passed by Congress in December gives priority to transit projects requiring less than a 40 percent share. While the bill does not directly impact Southwest now, the <em>StarTribune</em> reports, it “could affect the project if similar criteria are applied to 2016 spending, when the much-debated line will need funding.”\r\n\r\nA 10 percent reduction in the federal contribution would require local sources to come up with yet another $165 million — or scale back the project significantly. Laura Baenen, Southwest project spokesperson, told the <em>StarTribune</em> it’s too early to draw any conclusions about future funding challenges. “To say what might happen after this [2015 budget] is beyond anyone’s knowledge,” she said. “It’s just speculating.”\r\n\r\nFormer U.S. Rep Martin Sabo, who represented the Minneapolis area in Congress for nearly 30 years, says he believes the 2015 budget language as well as other recent Republican attempts to restrict funding for New Starts programs, of which SWLRT is one, could prove to be major obstacles. “It’s a clear indication of the direction the Congress is going in,” he told the <em>StarTribune</em>. Funding handicappers should keep in mind that the Congress will be controlled in 2016 by the same Republicans who control it today — and that 2016 is an election year.\r\n\r\nFor updates on all these issues and to participate in SWLRT advocacy work, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lrtdoneright.org/\">lrtdoneright.org</a>&gt;.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe three comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-62','','','2015-03-05 11:41:21','2015-03-05 17:41:21','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/03/05/46-revision-62/',0,'revision','',0),(1137,2,'2015-03-04 09:46:54','2015-03-04 15:46:54','<strong>Southwest LRT Update         </strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects, at their meeting on:\r\n\r\n<strong>Wednesday, March 4</strong>\r\nMeeting begins at 5:00 p.m.\r\nOpen Time is 5:30 p.m.*\r\nMinneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board\r\n2117 West River Road N  <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcf_ppbG7-9cYjhQtnetrbWTohGFyNG3AzibZtesYx6jrPVhYVYi_GbCgyY4b3ln6Ez3xbedkmAWFBwwvZBYz39m1Ac1zk2jIaHQ6gtSsKU8_7AnAMe4p7NfsRRUP3FV7ZBnuNCvy_spUyDp8ouRJZyIP5BRl_xD68_3egXJ5kFH5Db0GlPDWSeov6gPE3vExrUindhInRrW-EWKOVRXdQ-ZrmYwPhI7rsoVW7VBVy8Dp9qnCmNikX6qe5Orqim9bkIszVJiv35QZZJRauPzWpg1TQCV8Yk4OLs9rrtjCJDcKeaLIys_j6NI6vem69H49Hk9bsFQ1TgIe38OVvWQw3_dSTUoVUC2pnimA7VEkkMGdjPHsavUox93fy78fdGZxV9YU5JYTuqhIcDWYbL0KxboAABeUSUxUF7ZoLY_jYA28jZzjG6FN1LCm-_6xrmpLbtz3qCQ8k0mQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Map</a>\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners will be voting on the following resolution:\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n\r\n* Persons wishing to speak can call in before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting by calling 612-230-6400 to be placed on the agenda or can sign up at the Board meeting prior to the start of \"Open Time\". As stated in Board Rules \"Open Time\" shall not exceed a total of 15 minutes with up to three minutes allowed for citizen testimony, with the time limit to be allotted by the President.\r\n\r\n<strong>**Contact information for Commissioners:</strong>\r\n\r\nLiz Wielinski\r\nCommissioner District 1, President\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 1\r\n<a href=\"mailto:LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nJon Olson\r\nCommissioner District 2\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 2\r\n<a href=\"mailto:JOlson@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">JOlson@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nScott Vreeland\r\nCommissioner District 3\r\n612-721-7892\r\n<a href=\"mailto:SVreeland@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">SVreeland@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nAnita Tabb\r\nCommissioner District 4\r\n612-230-6443 Ext. 4\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ATabb@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">ATabb@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nSteffanie Musich\r\nCommissioner District 5\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 5\r\n<a href=\"mailto:SMusich@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">SMusich@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nBrad Bourn\r\nCommissioner District 6\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 6\r\n<a href=\"mailto:BBourn@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">BBourn@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nJohn Erwin\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 7\r\n<a href=\"mailto:JErwin@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">JErwin@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nMeg Forney\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 8\r\n<a href=\"mailto:MForney@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">MForney@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nM. Annie Young\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 9\r\n<a href=\"mailto:AYoung@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">AYoung@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe SWLRT Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC. Her summary of the February meeting can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/CAC_Feb-24-2015-notes.docx\">CAC_Feb 24 2015 notes</a>\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong></p>\r\nBy Michael Wilson (published in January 2015 Hill and Lake Press)\r\n\r\nFunding and legal challenges to the Southwest LRT project, coming on top of the Minneapolis Park Board’s determination to study the feasibility and prudence of alternatives to the obtrusive bridges planned for the Kenilworth Channel, have led some frustrated state and Metropolitan Council officials to charge that the continued viability of the $1.65 billion project is being threatened.\r\n\r\nThe Park Board has become the current primary target of wrath from those who want the embattled project to proceed exactly as currently designed. But challenges also loom in the form of potential state and federal funding shortfalls in addition to a federal lawsuit by the Lakes and Parks Alliance asserting that the Met Council sought and obtained municipal consent for the project without completing a supplement to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).\r\n\r\nAlso apparent is mounting pushback from many outstate and metro-area officials and citizens  troubled with what they view as a disproportionate share of transportation dollars being allotted to just one part of a projected transit network while the need for increased transportation funding throughout the state has reached critical levels.\r\n\r\nAnd less palpable but no less real is the weariness and wariness that many are feeling — perhaps particularly those in our Hill and Lake neighborhoods — after two decades of misinformed decisions, broken promises and battles to try to get Southwest LRT done right.\r\n\r\n<strong>The Park Board and Section 4(f)</strong>\r\n\r\nWhen the DEIS for the Southwest LRT project was published in October 2012, relocation of freight rail from the Kenilworth Corridor to a new route in St. Louis Park was accepted as fact. In its response to the DEIS the Park Board expressed its concerns over the impacts that LRT would impose on the environmentally sensitive corridor and in particular on the Park Board-owned lakes and Kenilworth Channel, part of the historic Grand Rounds. Of special concern were the massive bridges that would be required to carry 220 LRT trains daily over the channel.\r\n\r\nConsternation soon followed when Twin Cities &amp; Western RR, operator of freight in the corridor, refused to give any serious consideration to relocating its trains from the Kenilworth Corridor, creating the specter of a rebuilt, enlarged freight bridge joining the LRT bridges.\r\n\r\nIn April 2013 the Southwest Project Office proposed six options for fitting freight, LRT, and recreational trails in the corridor. Two of those options involved putting LRT in either a deep-bore tunnel or two shallow cut-and-cover tunnels. The tunneling options were accepted as feasible — engineers can build anything you want, including Boston’s “Big Dig” and the English Channel tunnel. Paying for it is another matter, though, and in September 2013, concerned by total project costs that had by then climbed well past $1 billion, the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee voted to cease any further preliminary engineering work on the deep-bore tunnel option.\r\n\r\n<strong>Park Board’s ‘voice crying in the wilderness’</strong>\r\n\r\nThroughout 2013 and much of 2014 the Park Board continued to express grave misgivings over the potential adverse and irreparable visual, safety, noise, and aesthetic impacts posed by new LRT bridges and traffic. Despite the Park Board’s clout under Section 4(f) of the 1966 Department of Transportation Act, which allows the Secretary of Transportation to approve a highway project that uses publicly owned parkland or land from a historic site only if there is no “feasible and prudent alternative to the use of such land” and if the project includes “all possible planning to minimize harm,” Park Board commissioners felt that their concerns were being given short shrift by the Met Council and SWLRT planners.\r\n\r\nFinally on Oct. 1 the Park Board voted to allocate up to $500,000 to conduct their own feasibility and prudence study to inform their response to the promised Supplemental DEIS, their decision on signing off on the project to the Secretary of Transportation — and their option to sue the Met Council and the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) over the matter.\r\n\r\nAn already unhappy Met Council was even less pleased when on Nov. 19 the Park Board awarded a $245,000 contract to Brierley Associates for the first phase of a two-part study to evaluate the feasibility of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel.\r\n\r\nAt its Jan. 7 and 16 meetings the Park Board heard positive feasibility results on two tunneling options studied by Brierley. A cut-and-cover tunnel option, which would involve shutting down the channel during construction, was already familiar to most listeners. A less-familiar technique called a “jacked box” tunnel generated significant interest.\r\n\r\nAccording to the Federal Highway Administration Technical Manual, “jacked box tunneling is a unique tunneling method for constructing shallow rectangular road tunnels beneath critical facilities . . . without disruption of the services provided by those surface facilities or having to relocate them temporarily to accommodate open excavations for cut and cover construction.” Jacked box tunneling had mostly been used outside the U.S., according to the FHA, until it was successfully applied to the construction of three short tunnels beneath a network of rail tracks at South Station in downtown Boston as part of the “Big Dig” project.\r\n\r\nAlso at its Jan. 7 meeting the Park Board approved a resolution to engage Brierley to complete the second, or prudence,” phase of the engineering study.\r\n\r\n<strong>Haigh, Dayton denounce Park Board actions</strong>\r\n\r\nWelcomed at the Jan. 7 meeting were SWLRT officials Mark Fuhrmann and Jim Alexander — the first time, Commissioner John Erwin pointed out, that Southwest staff or Met Council officials have ever attended a Park Board meeting. Their presence was in marked contrast to a letter sent earlier in the day to Board President Liz Wielinski from an exasperated Susan Haigh, outgoing chair of the Met Council.\r\n\r\nHaigh said she read the Park Board’s letter to the FTA regarding the Southwest LRT project “with great dismay and frustration” and excoriated the Board for “disregard[ing]” over two years of efforts by the Met Council to “consult and collaborate.” She characterized the Park Board’s initiative to obtain feasibility and prudence information on alternatives to LRT bridges over the channel — information the Park Board says it has sought but has been denied — as mere “attempts to delay” the SWLRT project.\r\n\r\nHaigh said that “neither I, nor the Governor, will support increasing the project budget” to accommodate anything other than the bridges already proposed. She also “strongly discourage[d] the Park Board from proceeding down a path toward litigation.”\r\n\r\nCommissioner Jon Olson countered that “this hasn’t been a two-way street at working together.” “We’re not here to make them happy,” he said. “We’re here to preserve out park system.” He reminded commissioners that on all too many past projects transportation planners have sought to take the “cheap and easy alternative” of parkland.\r\n\r\nGeneral Counsel Byron Rice affirmed the Park Board’s determination to move forward with its study of alternatives, saying that as SWLRT engineering approaches and passes the 30 percent point the Park Board’s “chance to exert [its] 4(f) influence may be lost.” “Make the FTA aware of your concerns,” he advised, “because ultimately the Park Board has to sign off” on the project.\r\n\r\nThe following day <em>StarTribune</em> readers were greeted by an remarkable page-one banner headline: “Dayton sees viability of Southwest LRT in doubt.” “Prospects are dimming this year” for the project, the story began, “as stronger opposition at the State Capitol is added to a lawsuit by residents opposed to the line and other potential delays.” Dayton was said to be “wondering if there’s enough support to push through the most expensive transportation project in state history.”\r\n\r\nAccording to the transcript of a December interview provided by the governor’s office, Dayton said that the Southwest project is “so bogged down now that I don’t know whether it’s going to be viable or not. I think the people who want to clog up the process have in mind to have this fall apart, and they may get their way.”\r\n\r\nIn a Jan. 8 letter to the <em>StarTribune</em> former Park Board president and CIDNA resident Tom Nordyke challenged Haigh’s and Dayton’s characterizations of Park Board actions. “These concerns are not new at all — the Park Board started raising them six years ago when I served as president,” Nordyke said, “at the same time the Park Board lawyers first advised that under federal law, parkland may not be claimed if there is a feasible alternative.”\r\n\r\nHaigh “can claim dismay all she likes,” Nordyke continued. “However, the Park Board has been very clear for a very long time that it was not on board with the plan and that it had legal standing to challenge it. The Met Council has chosen to ignore, bully, and now vilify the Park Board instead of working with it to address legitimate concerns.\r\n\r\n“Regardless of one’s stand on the Kenilworth channel,” wrote Nordyke, noting that he lives near the channel and supports SWLRT, “the Met Council should have respected the Park Board’s rights and duty to the citizens of Minneapolis. The responsibility for the current SWLRT crisis is on the Met Council’s shoulders, not the Park Board’s.”\r\n\r\n<strong>Municipal consent/DEIS lawsuit</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Lakes and Parks Alliance lawsuit, which asserts that the Metropolitan Council violated state and federal environmental protection law when it put the Southwest project out for municipal consent without meeting EIS requirements, heads to hearings in February and March.\r\n\r\nLPA, a grassroots organization formed to protect the Minneapolis lakes and parks from environmental damage threatened by the SWLRT route, has asked in Minnesota Federal District Court for a summary judgment in the case. LPA contends that a summary judgment is warranted because the facts in the case are not in dispute and are a matter of public record.\r\n\r\nThe Met Council and the FTA have filed a motion to dismiss the LPA suit. The Met Council said in a statement when the LPA suit was filed that state legislation authorizing the project recognized that municipal consent to the preliminary design plans and the environmental review would run simultaneously. “The Legislature did not require or expect the environmental review to be complete before municipal consent,” the statement said. Once the Supplemental DEIS is published, it said, “anyone, including cities and the public, will have an opportunity to comment on the SDEIS.” And if substantial changes need to be made to the design of the project, the Met Council would have to seek further municipal consent.\r\n\r\nMany Minneapolis residents and officials, already mistrustful of a Met Council making promises and assurances on which it later reversed course or backtracked, did not find the statement reassuring.\r\n\r\nIf the court rules for the LPA, the SWLRT approvals obtained by the Met Council through the municipal consent process would become null and void. LPA would ask that the Met Council be ordered to pause the project while the EIS required by state and federal laws was completed and provided to the municipalities along the line in advance of a new consent process.\r\n\r\n“If the municipal consent process has any validity,” says LPA board member and Lowry Hill resident George Puzak, “it has to mean that municipal officials — and the public — are entitled to know the environmental impact of the proposed SWLRT before the officials are forced to vote on it.”\r\n\r\nThe nub of the LPA case is that key portions of the original DEIS were invalidated when the Met Council yielded to TC&amp;W’s demand to continue running freight through the Kenilworth. The DEIS was predicated on relocation, not colocation, and included no mention of tunnels or the impacts of freight bridges and traffic. SWLRT planners initially expected to complete a supplemental DEIS in the first quarter of 2014, in advance of the municipal consent votes, but did not do so. The supplemental DEIS is now anticipated during the first half of 2015.\r\n\r\nJudge John Tunheim has scheduled court hearings on Feb. 25 for the FTA’s and Met Council’s Motion to Dismiss and on March 9 for LPA’s Motion for Summary Judgment. Both hearings are open to the public and Hill and Lake residents are urged to attend. For updates on the case or to support LPA’s efforts, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lakesandparks.com/\">lakesandparks.com</a>&gt;.\r\n\r\n<strong>State funding</strong>\r\n\r\nThe funding formula for SWLRT has called for the FTA to pay 50 percent of the project’s cost, with the Counties Transit Improvement Board (CTIB) putting in 30 percent. CTIB was formed in 2008 by the Legislature to invest in metro-area transit projects through annual capital and operating grants, using primarily a quarter-cent sales tax collected in the five participating counties (Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington). (For more information on CTIB, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://mnrides.org/\">mnrides.org</a>&gt;.)\r\n\r\nThe formula also called on the state and Hennepin County to pay for 10 percent of the project, which has now escalated to $1.65 billion. The state has already appropriated $44 million. The remaining $121 million must be appropriated during the 2015 legislative session for the Met Council to make its crucial application to the FTA for final federal funding. The election in November of a tax- and transit-averse Republican majority in the House, however, has cast doubt on the likelihood of the appropriation.\r\n\r\nDuring last fall’s campaign legislative Republicans made opposition to rail transit a key plank of their transportation policy, and this month the two parties have put forward widely differing plans for transportation priorities and how to pay for them.\r\n\r\nAccording to <em>Twin Cities Business</em> executive editor and Kenwood resident Adam Platt, who has followed the SWLRT saga for years, Southwest and all future Twin Cities transit projects face in House Republicans a “formidable and inflexible foe.” Platt reports that the Met Council believes it has the bonding capacity to fund the state’s share of Southwest, but would prefer not to use it.\r\n\r\nSouthwest backers have said that the $121 million could come from sources other than the state. But given the pushback from non-Hennepin County CTIB commissioners over escalating SWLRT costs and the finite resources available to the Hennepin County Board — and Commissioner Jeff Johnson’s adamant and oft-stated opposition to SWLRT during his run for the governorship last fall — finding an additional $121 million will not be easy.\r\n\r\n<strong>Federal funding</strong>\r\n\r\nEven the federal government’s 50 percent share of Southwest’s costs is perhaps not guaranteed. The massive 2015 spending bill passed by Congress in December gives priority to transit projects requiring less than a 40 percent share. While the bill does not directly impact Southwest now, the <em>StarTribune</em> reports, it “could affect the project if similar criteria are applied to 2016 spending, when the much-debated line will need funding.”\r\n\r\nA 10 percent reduction in the federal contribution would require local sources to come up with yet another $165 million — or scale back the project significantly. Laura Baenen, Southwest project spokesperson, told the <em>StarTribune</em> it’s too early to draw any conclusions about future funding challenges. “To say what might happen after this [2015 budget] is beyond anyone’s knowledge,” she said. “It’s just speculating.”\r\n\r\nFormer U.S. Rep Martin Sabo, who represented the Minneapolis area in Congress for nearly 30 years, says he believes the 2015 budget language as well as other recent Republican attempts to restrict funding for New Starts programs, of which SWLRT is one, could prove to be major obstacles. “It’s a clear indication of the direction the Congress is going in,” he told the <em>StarTribune</em>. Funding handicappers should keep in mind that the Congress will be controlled in 2016 by the same Republicans who control it today — and that 2016 is an election year.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor updates on all these issues and to participate in SWLRT advocacy work, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lrtdoneright.org/\">lrtdoneright.org</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe three comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-60','','','2015-03-04 09:46:54','2015-03-04 15:46:54','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/03/04/46-revision-60/',0,'revision','',0),(457,2,'2012-06-08 22:19:33','2012-06-09 03:19:33','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis, including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> (See below for the latest edition.) If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday.  The 2012-2013 meetings will be held on July 16<sup>th</sup>, no August meeting, September 10<sup>th</sup>, October 1<sup>st</sup>, November 5<sup>th</sup>, December 3<sup>rd</sup>, January 7<sup>th</sup>, February 4<sup>th</sup>, March 4<sup>th</sup>, April 1<sup>st</sup>, and May 6<sup>th</sup> (unless the annual meeting format is changed).','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-27','','','2012-06-08 22:19:33','2012-06-09 03:19:33','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/06/08/240-revision-27/',0,'revision','',0),(475,2,'2012-09-05 10:28:03','2012-09-05 15:28:03','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis, including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> (See below for the latest edition.) If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday.  The 2012-2013 meetings will be held on July 16<sup>th</sup>, no August meeting, September 10<sup>th</sup>, October 1<sup>st</sup>, November 5<sup>th</sup>, December 3<sup>rd</sup>, January 7<sup>th</sup>, February 4<sup>th</sup>, March 4<sup>th</sup>, April 1<sup>st</sup>, and May 6<sup>th</sup> (unless the annual meeting format is changed).','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-29','','','2012-09-05 10:28:03','2012-09-05 15:28:03','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/09/05/240-revision-29/',0,'revision','',0),(479,2,'2012-09-14 15:59:04','2012-09-14 20:59:04','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis, including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> (See below for the latest edition.) If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday.  The 2012-2013 meetings will be held on July 16<sup>th</sup>, no August meeting, September 10<sup>th</sup>, October 1<sup>st</sup>, November 5<sup>th</sup>, December 3<sup>rd</sup>, January 7<sup>th</sup>, February 4<sup>th</sup>, March 4<sup>th</sup>, April 1<sup>st</sup>, and May 6<sup>th</sup> (unless the annual meeting format is changed).','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-30','','','2012-09-14 15:59:04','2012-09-14 20:59:04','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/09/14/240-revision-30/',0,'revision','',0),(480,2,'2012-09-28 09:54:55','2012-09-28 14:54:55','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis, including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> (See below for the latest edition.) If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday.  The 2012-2013 meetings will be held on July 16<sup>th</sup>, no August meeting, September 10<sup>th</sup>, October 1<sup>st</sup>, November 5<sup>th</sup>, December 3<sup>rd</sup>, January 7<sup>th</sup>, February 4<sup>th</sup>, March 4<sup>th</sup>, April 1<sup>st</sup>, and May 6<sup>th</sup> (unless the annual meeting format is changed).','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-31','','','2012-09-28 09:54:55','2012-09-28 14:54:55','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/09/28/240-revision-31/',0,'revision','',0),(489,2,'2012-09-28 09:56:56','2012-09-28 14:56:56','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis, including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> (See below for the latest edition.) If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday.  The 2012-2013 meetings will be held on July 16<sup>th</sup>, no August meeting, September 10<sup>th</sup>, October 1<sup>st</sup>, November 5<sup>th</sup>, December 3<sup>rd</sup>, January 7<sup>th</sup>, February 4<sup>th</sup>, March 4<sup>th</sup>, April 1<sup>st</sup>, and May 6<sup>th</sup> (unless the annual meeting format is changed).','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-32','','','2012-09-28 09:56:56','2012-09-28 14:56:56','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/09/28/240-revision-32/',0,'revision','',0),(506,2,'2012-10-17 14:08:09','2012-10-17 19:08:09','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis, including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> (See below for the latest edition.) If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday.  The 2012-2013 meetings will be held on July 16<sup>th</sup>, no August meeting, September 10<sup>th</sup>, October 1<sup>st</sup>, November 5<sup>th</sup>, December 3<sup>rd</sup>, January 7<sup>th</sup>, February 4<sup>th</sup>, March 4<sup>th</sup>, April 1<sup>st</sup>, and May 6<sup>th</sup> (unless the annual meeting format is changed).','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-35','','','2012-10-17 14:08:09','2012-10-17 19:08:09','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/10/17/240-revision-35/',0,'revision','',0),(1443,2,'2017-02-06 15:57:03','2017-02-06 21:57:03','<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest  Light Rail (SWLRT) Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC.\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe four comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-04_22_2015-Materials_THL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 04_22_2015 Materials_THL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials-FINAL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials FINAL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Hill &amp; Lake Press article re: SWLRT</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong> By Michael Wilson</p>\r\n<p align=\"center\">The above article can be found on the bottom part of page one of this link:</p>\r\n<a title=\"Viability of SWLRT, current alignment questioned\" href=\"http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf\">http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest LRT Update re Park Board:\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects.\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners voted on the following resolution:\r\n\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-73','','','2017-02-06 15:57:03','2017-02-06 21:57:03','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/02/06/46-revision-73/',0,'revision','',0),(1207,2,'2015-06-05 13:46:45','2015-06-05 18:46:45','<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest  Light Rail (SWLRT) Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC. Her summary of the February meeting can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/CAC_Feb-24-2015-notes.docx\">CAC_Feb 24 2015 notes</a>\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe four comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-04_22_2015-Materials_THL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 04_22_2015 Materials_THL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials-FINAL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials FINAL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Hill &amp; Lake Press article re: SWLRT</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong> By Michael Wilson</p>\r\n<p align=\"center\">The above article can be found on the bottom part of page one of this link:</p>\r\n<a title=\"Viability of SWLRT, current alignment questioned\" href=\"http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf\">http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest LRT Update re Park Board:\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects, at their meeting on:\r\n\r\n<strong>Wednesday, March 4</strong>\r\nMeeting begins at 5:00 p.m.\r\nOpen Time is 5:30 p.m.*\r\nMinneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board\r\n2117 West River Road N  <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcf_ppbG7-9cYjhQtnetrbWTohGFyNG3AzibZtesYx6jrPVhYVYi_GbCgyY4b3ln6Ez3xbedkmAWFBwwvZBYz39m1Ac1zk2jIaHQ6gtSsKU8_7AnAMe4p7NfsRRUP3FV7ZBnuNCvy_spUyDp8ouRJZyIP5BRl_xD68_3egXJ5kFH5Db0GlPDWSeov6gPE3vExrUindhInRrW-EWKOVRXdQ-ZrmYwPhI7rsoVW7VBVy8Dp9qnCmNikX6qe5Orqim9bkIszVJiv35QZZJRauPzWpg1TQCV8Yk4OLs9rrtjCJDcKeaLIys_j6NI6vem69H49Hk9bsFQ1TgIe38OVvWQw3_dSTUoVUC2pnimA7VEkkMGdjPHsavUox93fy78fdGZxV9YU5JYTuqhIcDWYbL0KxboAABeUSUxUF7ZoLY_jYA28jZzjG6FN1LCm-_6xrmpLbtz3qCQ8k0mQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Map</a>\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners will be voting on the following resolution:\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-71','','','2015-06-05 13:46:45','2015-06-05 18:46:45','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/06/05/46-revision-71/',0,'revision','',0),(1442,2,'2015-06-05 13:46:45','2015-06-05 18:46:45','<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest  Light Rail (SWLRT) Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC. Her summary of the February meeting can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/CAC_Feb-24-2015-notes.docx\">CAC_Feb 24 2015 notes</a>\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe four comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-04_22_2015-Materials_THL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 04_22_2015 Materials_THL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials-FINAL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials FINAL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Hill &amp; Lake Press article re: SWLRT</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong> By Michael Wilson</p>\r\n<p align=\"center\">The above article can be found on the bottom part of page one of this link:</p>\r\n<a title=\"Viability of SWLRT, current alignment questioned\" href=\"http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf\">http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest LRT Update re Park Board:\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects, at their meeting on:\r\n\r\n<strong>Wednesday, March 4</strong>\r\nMeeting begins at 5:00 p.m.\r\nOpen Time is 5:30 p.m.*\r\nMinneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board\r\n2117 West River Road N  <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcf_ppbG7-9cYjhQtnetrbWTohGFyNG3AzibZtesYx6jrPVhYVYi_GbCgyY4b3ln6Ez3xbedkmAWFBwwvZBYz39m1Ac1zk2jIaHQ6gtSsKU8_7AnAMe4p7NfsRRUP3FV7ZBnuNCvy_spUyDp8ouRJZyIP5BRl_xD68_3egXJ5kFH5Db0GlPDWSeov6gPE3vExrUindhInRrW-EWKOVRXdQ-ZrmYwPhI7rsoVW7VBVy8Dp9qnCmNikX6qe5Orqim9bkIszVJiv35QZZJRauPzWpg1TQCV8Yk4OLs9rrtjCJDcKeaLIys_j6NI6vem69H49Hk9bsFQ1TgIe38OVvWQw3_dSTUoVUC2pnimA7VEkkMGdjPHsavUox93fy78fdGZxV9YU5JYTuqhIcDWYbL0KxboAABeUSUxUF7ZoLY_jYA28jZzjG6FN1LCm-_6xrmpLbtz3qCQ8k0mQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Map</a>\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners will be voting on the following resolution:\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-72','','','2015-06-05 13:46:45','2015-06-05 18:46:45','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/06/05/46-revision-72/',0,'revision','',0),(1164,2,'2015-04-08 13:22:12','2015-04-08 18:22:12','<strong>Southwest LRT Update re Park Board:\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects, at their meeting on:\r\n\r\n<strong>Wednesday, March 4</strong>\r\nMeeting begins at 5:00 p.m.\r\nOpen Time is 5:30 p.m.*\r\nMinneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board\r\n2117 West River Road N  <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcf_ppbG7-9cYjhQtnetrbWTohGFyNG3AzibZtesYx6jrPVhYVYi_GbCgyY4b3ln6Ez3xbedkmAWFBwwvZBYz39m1Ac1zk2jIaHQ6gtSsKU8_7AnAMe4p7NfsRRUP3FV7ZBnuNCvy_spUyDp8ouRJZyIP5BRl_xD68_3egXJ5kFH5Db0GlPDWSeov6gPE3vExrUindhInRrW-EWKOVRXdQ-ZrmYwPhI7rsoVW7VBVy8Dp9qnCmNikX6qe5Orqim9bkIszVJiv35QZZJRauPzWpg1TQCV8Yk4OLs9rrtjCJDcKeaLIys_j6NI6vem69H49Hk9bsFQ1TgIe38OVvWQw3_dSTUoVUC2pnimA7VEkkMGdjPHsavUox93fy78fdGZxV9YU5JYTuqhIcDWYbL0KxboAABeUSUxUF7ZoLY_jYA28jZzjG6FN1LCm-_6xrmpLbtz3qCQ8k0mQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Map</a>\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners will be voting on the following resolution:\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n\r\n<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe SWLRT Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC. Her summary of the February meeting can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/CAC_Feb-24-2015-notes.docx\">CAC_Feb 24 2015 notes</a>\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Hill &amp; Lake Press article re: SWLRT</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong> By Michael Wilson</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\">The above article can be found on the bottom part of page one of this link:</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><a title=\"Viability of SWLRT, current alignment questioned\" href=\"http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf\">http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf</a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe four comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials-FINAL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials FINAL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-68','','','2015-04-08 13:22:12','2015-04-08 18:22:12','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/04/08/46-revision-68/',0,'revision','',0),(1160,2,'2015-04-08 13:19:49','2015-04-08 18:19:49','','KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials','','inherit','closed','closed','','kiaa-swlrt-106-letter-on-02_24_2015-materials','','','2015-04-08 13:19:49','2015-04-08 18:19:49','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(1161,2,'2015-04-08 13:21:10','2015-04-08 18:21:10','','KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials FINAL','','inherit','closed','closed','','kiaa-swlrt-106-letter-on-02_24_2015-materials-final','','','2015-04-08 13:21:10','2015-04-08 18:21:10','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials-FINAL.docx',0,'attachment','application/msword',0),(1162,2,'2015-03-05 11:49:58','2015-03-05 17:49:58','<strong>Southwest LRT Update         </strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects, at their meeting on:\r\n\r\n<strong>Wednesday, March 4</strong>\r\nMeeting begins at 5:00 p.m.\r\nOpen Time is 5:30 p.m.*\r\nMinneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board\r\n2117 West River Road N  <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcf_ppbG7-9cYjhQtnetrbWTohGFyNG3AzibZtesYx6jrPVhYVYi_GbCgyY4b3ln6Ez3xbedkmAWFBwwvZBYz39m1Ac1zk2jIaHQ6gtSsKU8_7AnAMe4p7NfsRRUP3FV7ZBnuNCvy_spUyDp8ouRJZyIP5BRl_xD68_3egXJ5kFH5Db0GlPDWSeov6gPE3vExrUindhInRrW-EWKOVRXdQ-ZrmYwPhI7rsoVW7VBVy8Dp9qnCmNikX6qe5Orqim9bkIszVJiv35QZZJRauPzWpg1TQCV8Yk4OLs9rrtjCJDcKeaLIys_j6NI6vem69H49Hk9bsFQ1TgIe38OVvWQw3_dSTUoVUC2pnimA7VEkkMGdjPHsavUox93fy78fdGZxV9YU5JYTuqhIcDWYbL0KxboAABeUSUxUF7ZoLY_jYA28jZzjG6FN1LCm-_6xrmpLbtz3qCQ8k0mQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Map</a>\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners will be voting on the following resolution:\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n\r\n* Persons wishing to speak can call in before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting by calling 612-230-6400 to be placed on the agenda or can sign up at the Board meeting prior to the start of \"Open Time\". As stated in Board Rules \"Open Time\" shall not exceed a total of 15 minutes with up to three minutes allowed for citizen testimony, with the time limit to be allotted by the President.\r\n\r\n<strong>**Contact information for Commissioners:</strong>\r\n\r\nLiz Wielinski\r\nCommissioner District 1, President\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 1\r\n<strong><a title=\"mailto:LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org\" href=\"mailto:LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org</a></strong>\r\n\r\nJon Olson\r\nCommissioner District 2\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 2\r\n<strong><a href=\"mailto:JOlson@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">JOlson@minneapolisparks.org</a></strong>\r\n\r\nScott Vreeland\r\nCommissioner District 3\r\n612-721-7892\r\n<strong><a href=\"mailto:SVreeland@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">SVreeland@minneapolisparks.org</a></strong>\r\n\r\nAnita Tabb\r\nCommissioner District 4\r\n612-230-6443 Ext. 4\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ATabb@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">ATabb@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nSteffanie Musich\r\nCommissioner District 5\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 5\r\n<a href=\"mailto:SMusich@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">SMusich@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nBrad Bourn\r\nCommissioner District 6\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 6\r\n<a href=\"mailto:BBourn@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">BBourn@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nJohn Erwin\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 7\r\n<a href=\"mailto:JErwin@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">JErwin@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nMeg Forney\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 8\r\n<a href=\"mailto:MForney@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">MForney@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nM. Annie Young\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 9\r\n<a href=\"mailto:AYoung@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">AYoung@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe SWLRT Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC. Her summary of the February meeting can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/CAC_Feb-24-2015-notes.docx\">CAC_Feb 24 2015 notes</a>\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong></p>\r\n By Michael Wilson\r\n\r\nFunding and legal challenges to the Southwest LRT project, coming on top of the Minneapolis Park Board’s determination to study the feasibility and prudence of alternatives to the obtrusive bridges planned for the Kenilworth Channel, have led some frustrated state and Metropolitan Council officials to charge that the continued viability of the $1.65 billion project is being threatened.\r\n\r\nThe Park Board has become the current primary target of wrath from those who want the embattled project to proceed exactly as currently designed. But challenges also loom in the form of potential state and federal funding shortfalls in addition to a federal lawsuit by the Lakes and Parks Alliance asserting that the Met Council sought and obtained municipal consent for the project without completing a supplement to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).\r\n\r\nAlso apparent is mounting pushback from many outstate and metro-area officials and citizens  troubled with what they view as a disproportionate share of transportation dollars being allotted to just one part of a projected transit network while the need for increased transportation funding throughout the state has reached critical levels.\r\n\r\nAnd less palpable but no less real is the weariness and wariness that many are feeling — perhaps particularly those in our Hill and Lake neighborhoods — after two decades of misinformed decisions, broken promises and battles to try to get Southwest LRT done right.\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>The Park Board and Section 4(f)</strong></p>\r\n When the DEIS for the Southwest LRT project was published in October 2012, relocation of freight rail from the Kenilworth Corridor to a new route in St. Louis Park was accepted as fact. In its response to the DEIS the Park Board expressed its concerns over the impacts that LRT would impose on the environmentally sensitive corridor and in particular on the Park Board-owned lakes and Kenilworth Channel, part of the historic Grand Rounds. Of special concern were the massive bridges that would be required to carry 220 LRT trains daily over the channel.\r\n\r\nConsternation soon followed when Twin Cities &amp; Western RR, operator of freight in the corridor, refused to give any serious consideration to relocating its trains from the Kenilworth Corridor, creating the specter of a rebuilt, enlarged freight bridge joining the LRT bridges.\r\n\r\nIn April 2013 the Southwest Project Office proposed six options for fitting freight, LRT, and recreational trails in the corridor. Two of those options involved putting LRT in either a deep-bore tunnel or two shallow cut-and-cover tunnels. The tunneling options were accepted as feasible — engineers can build anything you want, including Boston’s “Big Dig” and the English Channel tunnel. Paying for it is another matter, though, and in September 2013, concerned by total project costs that had by then climbed well past $1 billion, the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee voted to cease any further preliminary engineering work on the deep-bore tunnel option.\r\n\r\n<strong>Park Board’s ‘voice crying in the wilderness’</strong>\r\n\r\nThroughout 2013 and much of 2014 the Park Board continued to express grave misgivings over the potential adverse and irreparable visual, safety, noise, and aesthetic impacts posed by new LRT bridges and traffic. Despite the Park Board’s clout under Section 4(f) of the 1966 Department of Transportation Act, which allows the Secretary of Transportation to approve a highway project that uses publicly owned parkland or land from a historic site only if there is no “feasible and prudent alternative to the use of such land” and if the project includes “all possible planning to minimize harm,” Park Board commissioners felt that their concerns were being given short shrift by the Met Council and SWLRT planners.\r\n\r\nFinally on Oct. 1 the Park Board voted to allocate up to $500,000 to conduct their own feasibility and prudence study to inform their response to the promised Supplemental DEIS, their decision on signing off on the project to the Secretary of Transportation — and their option to sue the Met Council and the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) over the matter.\r\n\r\nAn already unhappy Met Council was even less pleased when on Nov. 19 the Park Board awarded a $245,000 contract to Brierley Associates for the first phase of a two-part study to evaluate the feasibility of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel.\r\n\r\nAt its Jan. 7 and 16 meetings the Park Board heard positive feasibility results on two tunneling options studied by Brierley. A cut-and-cover tunnel option, which would involve shutting down the channel during construction, was already familiar to most listeners. A less-familiar technique called a “jacked box” tunnel generated significant interest.\r\n\r\nAccording to the Federal Highway Administration Technical Manual, “jacked box tunneling is a unique tunneling method for constructing shallow rectangular road tunnels beneath critical facilities . . . without disruption of the services provided by those surface facilities or having to relocate them temporarily to accommodate open excavations for cut and cover construction.” Jacked box tunneling had mostly been used outside the U.S., according to the FHA, until it was successfully applied to the construction of three short tunnels beneath a network of rail tracks at South Station in downtown Boston as part of the “Big Dig” project.\r\n\r\nAlso at its Jan. 7 meeting the Park Board approved a resolution to engage Brierley to complete the second, or prudence,” phase of the engineering study.\r\n\r\n<strong>Haigh, Dayton denounce Park Board actions</strong>\r\n\r\nWelcomed at the Jan. 7 meeting were SWLRT officials Mark Fuhrmann and Jim Alexander — the first time, Commissioner John Erwin pointed out, that Southwest staff or Met Council officials have ever attended a Park Board meeting. Their presence was in marked contrast to a letter sent earlier in the day to Board President Liz Wielinski from an exasperated Susan Haigh, outgoing chair of the Met Council.\r\n\r\nHaigh said she read the Park Board’s letter to the FTA regarding the Southwest LRT project “with great dismay and frustration” and excoriated the Board for “disregard[ing]” over two years of efforts by the Met Council to “consult and collaborate.” She characterized the Park Board’s initiative to obtain feasibility and prudence information on alternatives to LRT bridges over the channel — information the Park Board says it has sought but has been denied — as mere “attempts to delay” the SWLRT project.\r\n\r\nHaigh said that “neither I, nor the Governor, will support increasing the project budget” to accommodate anything other than the bridges already proposed. She also “strongly discourage[d] the Park Board from proceeding down a path toward litigation.”\r\n\r\nCommissioner Jon Olson countered that “this hasn’t been a two-way street at working together.” “We’re not here to make them happy,” he said. “We’re here to preserve out park system.” He reminded commissioners that on all too many past projects transportation planners have sought to take the “cheap and easy alternative” of parkland.\r\n\r\nGeneral Counsel Byron Rice affirmed the Park Board’s determination to move forward with its study of alternatives, saying that as SWLRT engineering approaches and passes the 30 percent point the Park Board’s “chance to exert [its] 4(f) influence may be lost.” “Make the FTA aware of your concerns,” he advised, “because ultimately the Park Board has to sign off” on the project.\r\n\r\nThe following day <em>StarTribune</em> readers were greeted by an remarkable page-one banner headline: “Dayton sees viability of Southwest LRT in doubt.” “Prospects are dimming this year” for the project, the story began, “as stronger opposition at the State Capitol is added to a lawsuit by residents opposed to the line and other potential delays.” Dayton was said to be “wondering if there’s enough support to push through the most expensive transportation project in state history.”\r\n\r\nAccording to the transcript of a December interview provided by the governor’s office, Dayton said that the Southwest project is “so bogged down now that I don’t know whether it’s going to be viable or not. I think the people who want to clog up the process have in mind to have this fall apart, and they may get their way.”\r\n\r\nIn a Jan. 8 letter to the <em>StarTribune</em> former Park Board president and CIDNA resident Tom Nordyke challenged Haigh’s and Dayton’s characterizations of Park Board actions. “These concerns are not new at all — the Park Board started raising them six years ago when I served as president,” Nordyke said, “at the same time the Park Board lawyers first advised that under federal law, parkland may not be claimed if there is a feasible alternative.”\r\n\r\nHaigh “can claim dismay all she likes,” Nordyke continued. “However, the Park Board has been very clear for a very long time that it was not on board with the plan and that it had legal standing to challenge it. The Met Council has chosen to ignore, bully, and now vilify the Park Board instead of working with it to address legitimate concerns.\r\n\r\n“Regardless of one’s stand on the Kenilworth channel,” wrote Nordyke, noting that he lives near the channel and supports SWLRT, “the Met Council should have respected the Park Board’s rights and duty to the citizens of Minneapolis. The responsibility for the current SWLRT crisis is on the Met Council’s shoulders, not the Park Board’s.”\r\n\r\n<strong>Municipal consent/DEIS lawsuit</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Lakes and Parks Alliance lawsuit, which asserts that the Metropolitan Council violated state and federal environmental protection law when it put the Southwest project out for municipal consent without meeting EIS requirements, heads to hearings in February and March.\r\n\r\nLPA, a grassroots organization formed to protect the Minneapolis lakes and parks from environmental damage threatened by the SWLRT route, has asked in Minnesota Federal District Court for a summary judgment in the case. LPA contends that a summary judgment is warranted because the facts in the case are not in dispute and are a matter of public record.\r\n\r\nThe Met Council and the FTA have filed a motion to dismiss the LPA suit. The Met Council said in a statement when the LPA suit was filed that state legislation authorizing the project recognized that municipal consent to the preliminary design plans and the environmental review would run simultaneously. “The Legislature did not require or expect the environmental review to be complete before municipal consent,” the statement said. Once the Supplemental DEIS is published, it said, “anyone, including cities and the public, will have an opportunity to comment on the SDEIS.” And if substantial changes need to be made to the design of the project, the Met Council would have to seek further municipal consent.\r\n\r\nMany Minneapolis residents and officials, already mistrustful of a Met Council making promises and assurances on which it later reversed course or backtracked, did not find the statement reassuring.\r\n\r\nIf the court rules for the LPA, the SWLRT approvals obtained by the Met Council through the municipal consent process would become null and void. LPA would ask that the Met Council be ordered to pause the project while the EIS required by state and federal laws was completed and provided to the municipalities along the line in advance of a new consent process.\r\n\r\n“If the municipal consent process has any validity,” says LPA board member and Lowry Hill resident George Puzak, “it has to mean that municipal officials — and the public — are entitled to know the environmental impact of the proposed SWLRT before the officials are forced to vote on it.”\r\n\r\nThe nub of the LPA case is that key portions of the original DEIS were invalidated when the Met Council yielded to TC&amp;W’s demand to continue running freight through the Kenilworth. The DEIS was predicated on relocation, not colocation, and included no mention of tunnels or the impacts of freight bridges and traffic. SWLRT planners initially expected to complete a supplemental DEIS in the first quarter of 2014, in advance of the municipal consent votes, but did not do so. The supplemental DEIS is now anticipated during the first half of 2015.\r\n\r\nJudge John Tunheim has scheduled court hearings on Feb. 25 for the FTA’s and Met Council’s Motion to Dismiss and on March 9 for LPA’s Motion for Summary Judgment. Both hearings are open to the public and Hill and Lake residents are urged to attend. For updates on the case or to support LPA’s efforts, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lakesandparks.com/\">lakesandparks.com</a>&gt;.\r\n\r\n<strong>State funding</strong>\r\n\r\nThe funding formula for SWLRT has called for the FTA to pay 50 percent of the project’s cost, with the Counties Transit Improvement Board (CTIB) putting in 30 percent. CTIB was formed in 2008 by the Legislature to invest in metro-area transit projects through annual capital and operating grants, using primarily a quarter-cent sales tax collected in the five participating counties (Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington). (For more information on CTIB, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://mnrides.org/\">mnrides.org</a>&gt;.)\r\n\r\nThe formula also called on the state and Hennepin County to pay for 10 percent of the project, which has now escalated to $1.65 billion. The state has already appropriated $44 million. The remaining $121 million must be appropriated during the 2015 legislative session for the Met Council to make its crucial application to the FTA for final federal funding. The election in November of a tax- and transit-averse Republican majority in the House, however, has cast doubt on the likelihood of the appropriation.\r\n\r\nDuring last fall’s campaign legislative Republicans made opposition to rail transit a key plank of their transportation policy, and this month the two parties have put forward widely differing plans for transportation priorities and how to pay for them.\r\n\r\nAccording to <em>Twin Cities Business</em> executive editor and Kenwood resident Adam Platt, who has followed the SWLRT saga for years, Southwest and all future Twin Cities transit projects face in House Republicans a “formidable and inflexible foe.” Platt reports that the Met Council believes it has the bonding capacity to fund the state’s share of Southwest, but would prefer not to use it.\r\n\r\nSouthwest backers have said that the $121 million could come from sources other than the state. But given the pushback from non-Hennepin County CTIB commissioners over escalating SWLRT costs and the finite resources available to the Hennepin County Board — and Commissioner Jeff Johnson’s adamant and oft-stated opposition to SWLRT during his run for the governorship last fall — finding an additional $121 million will not be easy.\r\n\r\n<strong>Federal funding</strong>\r\n\r\nEven the federal government’s 50 percent share of Southwest’s costs is perhaps not guaranteed. The massive 2015 spending bill passed by Congress in December gives priority to transit projects requiring less than a 40 percent share. While the bill does not directly impact Southwest now, the <em>StarTribune</em> reports, it “could affect the project if similar criteria are applied to 2016 spending, when the much-debated line will need funding.”\r\n\r\nA 10 percent reduction in the federal contribution would require local sources to come up with yet another $165 million — or scale back the project significantly. Laura Baenen, Southwest project spokesperson, told the <em>StarTribune</em> it’s too early to draw any conclusions about future funding challenges. “To say what might happen after this [2015 budget] is beyond anyone’s knowledge,” she said. “It’s just speculating.”\r\n\r\nFormer U.S. Rep Martin Sabo, who represented the Minneapolis area in Congress for nearly 30 years, says he believes the 2015 budget language as well as other recent Republican attempts to restrict funding for New Starts programs, of which SWLRT is one, could prove to be major obstacles. “It’s a clear indication of the direction the Congress is going in,” he told the <em>StarTribune</em>. Funding handicappers should keep in mind that the Congress will be controlled in 2016 by the same Republicans who control it today — and that 2016 is an election year.\r\n\r\nFor updates on all these issues and to participate in SWLRT advocacy work, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lrtdoneright.org/\">lrtdoneright.org</a>&gt;.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe three comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-66','','','2015-03-05 11:49:58','2015-03-05 17:49:58','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/03/05/46-revision-66/',0,'revision','',0),(1110,2,'2015-02-24 09:13:36','2015-02-24 15:13:36','<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, December, 2014\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe two comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-46','','','2015-02-24 09:13:36','2015-02-24 15:13:36','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/02/24/46-revision-46/',0,'revision','',0),(1165,2,'2015-04-08 13:28:29','2015-04-08 18:28:29','<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest  Light Rail (SWLRT) Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC. Her summary of the February meeting can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/CAC_Feb-24-2015-notes.docx\">CAC_Feb 24 2015 notes</a>\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe four comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials-FINAL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials FINAL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Hill &amp; Lake Press article re: SWLRT</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong> By Michael Wilson</p>\r\n<p align=\"center\">The above article can be found on the bottom part of page one of this link:</p>\r\n<a title=\"Viability of SWLRT, current alignment questioned\" href=\"http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf\">http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest LRT Update re Park Board:\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects, at their meeting on:\r\n\r\n<strong>Wednesday, March 4</strong>\r\nMeeting begins at 5:00 p.m.\r\nOpen Time is 5:30 p.m.*\r\nMinneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board\r\n2117 West River Road N  <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcf_ppbG7-9cYjhQtnetrbWTohGFyNG3AzibZtesYx6jrPVhYVYi_GbCgyY4b3ln6Ez3xbedkmAWFBwwvZBYz39m1Ac1zk2jIaHQ6gtSsKU8_7AnAMe4p7NfsRRUP3FV7ZBnuNCvy_spUyDp8ouRJZyIP5BRl_xD68_3egXJ5kFH5Db0GlPDWSeov6gPE3vExrUindhInRrW-EWKOVRXdQ-ZrmYwPhI7rsoVW7VBVy8Dp9qnCmNikX6qe5Orqim9bkIszVJiv35QZZJRauPzWpg1TQCV8Yk4OLs9rrtjCJDcKeaLIys_j6NI6vem69H49Hk9bsFQ1TgIe38OVvWQw3_dSTUoVUC2pnimA7VEkkMGdjPHsavUox93fy78fdGZxV9YU5JYTuqhIcDWYbL0KxboAABeUSUxUF7ZoLY_jYA28jZzjG6FN1LCm-_6xrmpLbtz3qCQ8k0mQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Map</a>\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners will be voting on the following resolution:\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-69','','','2015-04-08 13:28:29','2015-04-08 18:28:29','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/04/08/46-revision-69/',0,'revision','',0),(1111,2,'2015-02-28 21:19:25','2015-03-01 03:19:25','<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong></p>\r\nBy Michael Wilson (published in January 2015 Hill and Lake Press)\r\n\r\nFunding and legal challenges to the Southwest LRT project, coming on top of the Minneapolis Park Board’s determination to study the feasibility and prudence of alternatives to the obtrusive bridges planned for the Kenilworth Channel, have led some frustrated state and Metropolitan Council officials to charge that the continued viability of the $1.65 billion project is being threatened.\r\n\r\nThe Park Board has become the current primary target of wrath from those who want the embattled project to proceed exactly as currently designed. But challenges also loom in the form of potential state and federal funding shortfalls in addition to a federal lawsuit by the Lakes and Parks Alliance asserting that the Met Council sought and obtained municipal consent for the project without completing a supplement to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).\r\n\r\nAlso apparent is mounting pushback from many outstate and metro-area officials and citizens  troubled with what they view as a disproportionate share of transportation dollars being allotted to just one part of a projected transit network while the need for increased transportation funding throughout the state has reached critical levels.\r\n\r\nAnd less palpable but no less real is the weariness and wariness that many are feeling — perhaps particularly those in our Hill and Lake neighborhoods — after two decades of misinformed decisions, broken promises and battles to try to get Southwest LRT done right.\r\n\r\n<strong>The Park Board and Section 4(f)</strong>\r\n\r\nWhen the DEIS for the Southwest LRT project was published in October 2012, relocation of freight rail from the Kenilworth Corridor to a new route in St. Louis Park was accepted as fact. In its response to the DEIS the Park Board expressed its concerns over the impacts that LRT would impose on the environmentally sensitive corridor and in particular on the Park Board-owned lakes and Kenilworth Channel, part of the historic Grand Rounds. Of special concern were the massive bridges that would be required to carry 220 LRT trains daily over the channel.\r\n\r\nConsternation soon followed when Twin Cities &amp; Western RR, operator of freight in the corridor, refused to give any serious consideration to relocating its trains from the Kenilworth Corridor, creating the specter of a rebuilt, enlarged freight bridge joining the LRT bridges.\r\n\r\nIn April 2013 the Southwest Project Office proposed six options for fitting freight, LRT, and recreational trails in the corridor. Two of those options involved putting LRT in either a deep-bore tunnel or two shallow cut-and-cover tunnels. The tunneling options were accepted as feasible — engineers can build anything you want, including Boston’s “Big Dig” and the English Channel tunnel. Paying for it is another matter, though, and in September 2013, concerned by total project costs that had by then climbed well past $1 billion, the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee voted to cease any further preliminary engineering work on the deep-bore tunnel option.\r\n\r\n<strong>Park Board’s ‘voice crying in the wilderness’</strong>\r\n\r\nThroughout 2013 and much of 2014 the Park Board continued to express grave misgivings over the potential adverse and irreparable visual, safety, noise, and aesthetic impacts posed by new LRT bridges and traffic. Despite the Park Board’s clout under Section 4(f) of the 1966 Department of Transportation Act, which allows the Secretary of Transportation to approve a highway project that uses publicly owned parkland or land from a historic site only if there is no “feasible and prudent alternative to the use of such land” and if the project includes “all possible planning to minimize harm,” Park Board commissioners felt that their concerns were being given short shrift by the Met Council and SWLRT planners.\r\n\r\nFinally on Oct. 1 the Park Board voted to allocate up to $500,000 to conduct their own feasibility and prudence study to inform their response to the promised Supplemental DEIS, their decision on signing off on the project to the Secretary of Transportation — and their option to sue the Met Council and the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) over the matter.\r\n\r\nAn already unhappy Met Council was even less pleased when on Nov. 19 the Park Board awarded a $245,000 contract to Brierley Associates for the first phase of a two-part study to evaluate the feasibility of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel.\r\n\r\nAt its Jan. 7 and 16 meetings the Park Board heard positive feasibility results on two tunneling options studied by Brierley. A cut-and-cover tunnel option, which would involve shutting down the channel during construction, was already familiar to most listeners. A less-familiar technique called a “jacked box” tunnel generated significant interest.\r\n\r\nAccording to the Federal Highway Administration Technical Manual, “jacked box tunneling is a unique tunneling method for constructing shallow rectangular road tunnels beneath critical facilities . . . without disruption of the services provided by those surface facilities or having to relocate them temporarily to accommodate open excavations for cut and cover construction.” Jacked box tunneling had mostly been used outside the U.S., according to the FHA, until it was successfully applied to the construction of three short tunnels beneath a network of rail tracks at South Station in downtown Boston as part of the “Big Dig” project.\r\n\r\nAlso at its Jan. 7 meeting the Park Board approved a resolution to engage Brierley to complete the second, or prudence,” phase of the engineering study.\r\n\r\n<strong>Haigh, Dayton denounce Park Board actions</strong>\r\n\r\nWelcomed at the Jan. 7 meeting were SWLRT officials Mark Fuhrmann and Jim Alexander — the first time, Commissioner John Erwin pointed out, that Southwest staff or Met Council officials have ever attended a Park Board meeting. Their presence was in marked contrast to a letter sent earlier in the day to Board President Liz Wielinski from an exasperated Susan Haigh, outgoing chair of the Met Council.\r\n\r\nHaigh said she read the Park Board’s letter to the FTA regarding the Southwest LRT project “with great dismay and frustration” and excoriated the Board for “disregard[ing]” over two years of efforts by the Met Council to “consult and collaborate.” She characterized the Park Board’s initiative to obtain feasibility and prudence information on alternatives to LRT bridges over the channel — information the Park Board says it has sought but has been denied — as mere “attempts to delay” the SWLRT project.\r\n\r\nHaigh said that “neither I, nor the Governor, will support increasing the project budget” to accommodate anything other than the bridges already proposed. She also “strongly discourage[d] the Park Board from proceeding down a path toward litigation.”\r\n\r\nCommissioner Jon Olson countered that “this hasn’t been a two-way street at working together.” “We’re not here to make them happy,” he said. “We’re here to preserve out park system.” He reminded commissioners that on all too many past projects transportation planners have sought to take the “cheap and easy alternative” of parkland.\r\n\r\nGeneral Counsel Byron Rice affirmed the Park Board’s determination to move forward with its study of alternatives, saying that as SWLRT engineering approaches and passes the 30 percent point the Park Board’s “chance to exert [its] 4(f) influence may be lost.” “Make the FTA aware of your concerns,” he advised, “because ultimately the Park Board has to sign off” on the project.\r\n\r\nThe following day <em>StarTribune</em> readers were greeted by an remarkable page-one banner headline: “Dayton sees viability of Southwest LRT in doubt.” “Prospects are dimming this year” for the project, the story began, “as stronger opposition at the State Capitol is added to a lawsuit by residents opposed to the line and other potential delays.” Dayton was said to be “wondering if there’s enough support to push through the most expensive transportation project in state history.”\r\n\r\nAccording to the transcript of a December interview provided by the governor’s office, Dayton said that the Southwest project is “so bogged down now that I don’t know whether it’s going to be viable or not. I think the people who want to clog up the process have in mind to have this fall apart, and they may get their way.”\r\n\r\nIn a Jan. 8 letter to the <em>StarTribune</em> former Park Board president and CIDNA resident Tom Nordyke challenged Haigh’s and Dayton’s characterizations of Park Board actions. “These concerns are not new at all — the Park Board started raising them six years ago when I served as president,” Nordyke said, “at the same time the Park Board lawyers first advised that under federal law, parkland may not be claimed if there is a feasible alternative.”\r\n\r\nHaigh “can claim dismay all she likes,” Nordyke continued. “However, the Park Board has been very clear for a very long time that it was not on board with the plan and that it had legal standing to challenge it. The Met Council has chosen to ignore, bully, and now vilify the Park Board instead of working with it to address legitimate concerns.\r\n\r\n“Regardless of one’s stand on the Kenilworth channel,” wrote Nordyke, noting that he lives near the channel and supports SWLRT, “the Met Council should have respected the Park Board’s rights and duty to the citizens of Minneapolis. The responsibility for the current SWLRT crisis is on the Met Council’s shoulders, not the Park Board’s.”\r\n\r\n<strong>Municipal consent/DEIS lawsuit</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Lakes and Parks Alliance lawsuit, which asserts that the Metropolitan Council violated state and federal environmental protection law when it put the Southwest project out for municipal consent without meeting EIS requirements, heads to hearings in February and March.\r\n\r\nLPA, a grassroots organization formed to protect the Minneapolis lakes and parks from environmental damage threatened by the SWLRT route, has asked in Minnesota Federal District Court for a summary judgment in the case. LPA contends that a summary judgment is warranted because the facts in the case are not in dispute and are a matter of public record.\r\n\r\nThe Met Council and the FTA have filed a motion to dismiss the LPA suit. The Met Council said in a statement when the LPA suit was filed that state legislation authorizing the project recognized that municipal consent to the preliminary design plans and the environmental review would run simultaneously. “The Legislature did not require or expect the environmental review to be complete before municipal consent,” the statement said. Once the Supplemental DEIS is published, it said, “anyone, including cities and the public, will have an opportunity to comment on the SDEIS.” And if substantial changes need to be made to the design of the project, the Met Council would have to seek further municipal consent.\r\n\r\nMany Minneapolis residents and officials, already mistrustful of a Met Council making promises and assurances on which it later reversed course or backtracked, did not find the statement reassuring.\r\n\r\nIf the court rules for the LPA, the SWLRT approvals obtained by the Met Council through the municipal consent process would become null and void. LPA would ask that the Met Council be ordered to pause the project while the EIS required by state and federal laws was completed and provided to the municipalities along the line in advance of a new consent process.\r\n\r\n“If the municipal consent process has any validity,” says LPA board member and Lowry Hill resident George Puzak, “it has to mean that municipal officials — and the public — are entitled to know the environmental impact of the proposed SWLRT before the officials are forced to vote on it.”\r\n\r\nThe nub of the LPA case is that key portions of the original DEIS were invalidated when the Met Council yielded to TC&amp;W’s demand to continue running freight through the Kenilworth. The DEIS was predicated on relocation, not colocation, and included no mention of tunnels or the impacts of freight bridges and traffic. SWLRT planners initially expected to complete a supplemental DEIS in the first quarter of 2014, in advance of the municipal consent votes, but did not do so. The supplemental DEIS is now anticipated during the first half of 2015.\r\n\r\nJudge John Tunheim has scheduled court hearings on Feb. 25 for the FTA’s and Met Council’s Motion to Dismiss and on March 9 for LPA’s Motion for Summary Judgment. Both hearings are open to the public and Hill and Lake residents are urged to attend. For updates on the case or to support LPA’s efforts, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lakesandparks.com/\">lakesandparks.com</a>&gt;.\r\n\r\n<strong>State funding</strong>\r\n\r\nThe funding formula for SWLRT has called for the FTA to pay 50 percent of the project’s cost, with the Counties Transit Improvement Board (CTIB) putting in 30 percent. CTIB was formed in 2008 by the Legislature to invest in metro-area transit projects through annual capital and operating grants, using primarily a quarter-cent sales tax collected in the five participating counties (Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington). (For more information on CTIB, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://mnrides.org/\">mnrides.org</a>&gt;.)\r\n\r\nThe formula also called on the state and Hennepin County to pay for 10 percent of the project, which has now escalated to $1.65 billion. The state has already appropriated $44 million. The remaining $121 million must be appropriated during the 2015 legislative session for the Met Council to make its crucial application to the FTA for final federal funding. The election in November of a tax- and transit-averse Republican majority in the House, however, has cast doubt on the likelihood of the appropriation.\r\n\r\nDuring last fall’s campaign legislative Republicans made opposition to rail transit a key plank of their transportation policy, and this month the two parties have put forward widely differing plans for transportation priorities and how to pay for them.\r\n\r\nAccording to <em>Twin Cities Business</em> executive editor and Kenwood resident Adam Platt, who has followed the SWLRT saga for years, Southwest and all future Twin Cities transit projects face in House Republicans a “formidable and inflexible foe.” Platt reports that the Met Council believes it has the bonding capacity to fund the state’s share of Southwest, but would prefer not to use it.\r\n\r\nSouthwest backers have said that the $121 million could come from sources other than the state. But given the pushback from non-Hennepin County CTIB commissioners over escalating SWLRT costs and the finite resources available to the Hennepin County Board — and Commissioner Jeff Johnson’s adamant and oft-stated opposition to SWLRT during his run for the governorship last fall — finding an additional $121 million will not be easy.\r\n\r\n<strong>Federal funding</strong>\r\n\r\nEven the federal government’s 50 percent share of Southwest’s costs is perhaps not guaranteed. The massive 2015 spending bill passed by Congress in December gives priority to transit projects requiring less than a 40 percent share. While the bill does not directly impact Southwest now, the <em>StarTribune</em> reports, it “could affect the project if similar criteria are applied to 2016 spending, when the much-debated line will need funding.”\r\n\r\nA 10 percent reduction in the federal contribution would require local sources to come up with yet another $165 million — or scale back the project significantly. Laura Baenen, Southwest project spokesperson, told the <em>StarTribune</em> it’s too early to draw any conclusions about future funding challenges. “To say what might happen after this [2015 budget] is beyond anyone’s knowledge,” she said. “It’s just speculating.”\r\n\r\nFormer U.S. Rep Martin Sabo, who represented the Minneapolis area in Congress for nearly 30 years, says he believes the 2015 budget language as well as other recent Republican attempts to restrict funding for New Starts programs, of which SWLRT is one, could prove to be major obstacles. “It’s a clear indication of the direction the Congress is going in,” he told the <em>StarTribune</em>. Funding handicappers should keep in mind that the Congress will be controlled in 2016 by the same Republicans who control it today — and that 2016 is an election year.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor updates on all these issues and to participate in SWLRT advocacy work, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lrtdoneright.org/\">lrtdoneright.org</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, December, 2014\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe two comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-47','','','2015-02-28 21:19:25','2015-03-01 03:19:25','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/02/28/46-revision-47/',0,'revision','',0),(500,2,'2012-10-02 15:35:53','2012-10-02 20:35:53','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis, including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> (See below for the latest edition.) If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday.  The 2012-2013 meetings will be held on July 16<sup>th</sup>, no August meeting, September 10<sup>th</sup>, October 1<sup>st</sup>, November 5<sup>th</sup>, December 3<sup>rd</sup>, January 7<sup>th</sup>, February 4<sup>th</sup>, March 4<sup>th</sup>, April 1<sup>st</sup>, and May 6<sup>th</sup> (unless the annual meeting format is changed).','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-33','','','2012-10-02 15:35:53','2012-10-02 20:35:53','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/10/02/240-revision-33/',0,'revision','',0),(501,2,'2012-10-15 09:58:22','2012-10-15 14:58:22','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> ) website.  Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis, including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> (See below for the latest edition.) If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>, and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday.  The 2012-2013 meetings will be held on July 16<sup>th</sup>, no August meeting, September 10<sup>th</sup>, October 1<sup>st</sup>, November 5<sup>th</sup>, December 3<sup>rd</sup>, January 7<sup>th</sup>, February 4<sup>th</sup>, March 4<sup>th</sup>, April 1<sup>st</sup>, and May 6<sup>th</sup> (unless the annual meeting format is changed).','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-34','','','2012-10-15 09:58:22','2012-10-15 14:58:22','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/10/15/240-revision-34/',0,'revision','',0),(509,2,'2012-11-20 15:35:31','2012-11-20 21:35:31','(scroll to the bottom of the page for <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.  See further important details in post below titled <a title=\"Permalink to Light Rail meetings\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/09/14/join-us-at-our-monthly-kiaa-board-meeting/\" rel=\"bookmark\">\"Light Rail meetings\".</a>\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a 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Effects','','inherit','closed','closed','','deis-social-effects-2','','','2012-11-20 15:54:27','2012-11-20 21:54:27','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx',0,'attachment','application/msword',0),(518,2,'2012-11-20 15:54:45','2012-11-20 21:54:45','','DEIS Ch2 Alternatives','','inherit','closed','closed','','deis-ch2-alternatives-2','','','2012-11-20 15:54:45','2012-11-20 21:54:45','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives1.docx',0,'attachment','application/msword',0),(519,2,'2012-11-20 15:54:47','2012-11-20 21:54:47','','DEIS Ch4 Environment','','inherit','closed','closed','','deis-ch4-environment-2','','','2012-11-20 15:54:47','2012-11-20 21:54:47','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment1.docx',0,'attachment','application/msword',0),(520,2,'2012-11-20 15:54:49','2012-11-20 21:54:49','','DEIS Ch5 Economic','','inherit','closed','closed','','deis-ch5-economic-2','','','2012-11-20 15:54:49','2012-11-20 21:54:49','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic1.docx',0,'attachment','application/msword',0),(521,2,'2012-11-20 15:54:52','2012-11-20 21:54:52','','DEIS Ch6 Transportation','','inherit','closed','closed','','deis-ch6-transportation-2','','','2012-11-20 15:54:52','2012-11-20 21:54:52','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation1.docx',0,'attachment','application/msword',0),(522,2,'2012-11-20 15:38:38','2012-11-20 21:38:38','(scroll to the bottom of the page for <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-17','','','2012-11-20 15:38:38','2012-11-20 21:38:38','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/11/20/46-revision-17/',0,'revision','',0),(523,2,'2012-11-20 15:56:43','2012-11-20 21:56:43','KIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) which is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby at jmcolby@earthlink.net or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center).\r\n\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-18','','','2012-11-20 15:56:43','2012-11-20 21:56:43','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/11/20/46-revision-18/',0,'revision','',0),(524,2,'2012-11-20 16:03:05','2012-11-20 22:03:05','KIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) which is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby at jmcolby@earthlink.net or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-19','','','2012-11-20 16:03:05','2012-11-20 22:03:05','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/11/20/46-revision-19/',0,'revision','',0),(529,2,'2012-11-20 15:33:38','2012-11-20 21:33:38','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis, including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> (See below for the latest edition.) If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams at <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a> and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Sending e-mail announcements helps keep our costs low and the neighborhood better informed.  Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday.  The 2012-2013 meetings will be held on July 16<sup>th</sup>, no August meeting, September 10<sup>th</sup>, October 1<sup>st</sup>, November 5<sup>th</sup>, December 3<sup>rd</sup>, January 7<sup>th</sup>, February 4<sup>th</sup>, March 4<sup>th</sup>, April 1<sup>st</sup>, and May 6<sup>th</sup> (unless the annual meeting format is changed).','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-36','','','2012-11-20 15:33:38','2012-11-20 21:33:38','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/11/20/240-revision-36/',0,'revision','',0),(532,2,'2012-11-20 16:03:07','2012-11-20 22:03:07','KIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) which is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby at jmcolby@earthlink.net or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-20','','','2012-11-20 16:03:07','2012-11-20 22:03:07','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/11/20/46-revision-20/',0,'revision','',0),(533,2,'2012-11-20 16:16:50','2012-11-20 22:16:50','KIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) which is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby at jmcolby@earthlink.net or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-21','','','2012-11-20 16:16:50','2012-11-20 22:16:50','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/11/20/46-revision-21/',0,'revision','',0),(534,2,'2012-11-20 16:16:51','2012-11-20 22:16:51','KIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) which is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby at jmcolby@earthlink.net or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-22','','','2012-11-20 16:16:51','2012-11-20 22:16:51','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/11/20/46-revision-22/',0,'revision','',0),(535,2,'2012-11-20 16:17:54','2012-11-20 22:17:54','KIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) which is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby at jmcolby@earthlink.net or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-23','','','2012-11-20 16:17:54','2012-11-20 22:17:54','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/11/20/46-revision-23/',0,'revision','',0),(536,2,'2012-11-20 16:17:54','2012-11-20 22:17:54','KIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) which is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby at jmcolby@earthlink.net or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-24','','','2012-11-20 16:17:54','2012-11-20 22:17:54','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/11/20/46-revision-24/',0,'revision','',0),(537,2,'2012-11-20 16:18:32','2012-11-20 22:18:32','KIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) which is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at jmcolby@earthlink.net, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-25','','','2012-11-20 16:18:32','2012-11-20 22:18:32','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/11/20/46-revision-25/',0,'revision','',0),(540,2,'2012-11-20 16:18:33','2012-11-20 22:18:33','KIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) which is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at jmcolby@earthlink.net, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-26','','','2012-11-20 16:18:33','2012-11-20 22:18:33','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/11/20/46-revision-26/',0,'revision','',0),(541,2,'2012-11-21 15:39:49','2012-11-21 21:39:49','KIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) which is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-27','','','2012-11-21 15:39:49','2012-11-21 21:39:49','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/11/21/46-revision-27/',0,'revision','',0),(542,2,'2012-11-21 15:39:51','2012-11-21 21:39:51','KIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) which is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-28','','','2012-11-21 15:39:51','2012-11-21 21:39:51','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/11/21/46-revision-28/',0,'revision','',0),(543,2,'2012-11-21 15:40:37','2012-11-21 21:40:37','KIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-29','','','2012-11-21 15:40:37','2012-11-21 21:40:37','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/11/21/46-revision-29/',0,'revision','',0),(558,2,'2012-12-03 20:51:56','2012-12-04 02:51:56','','DEIS Letter from KIAA-1 (1)','','inherit','closed','closed','','deis-letter-from-kiaa-1-1','','','2012-12-03 20:51:56','2012-12-04 02:51:56','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/DEIS-Letter-from-KIAA-1-1.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(573,2,'2012-12-31 12:02:38','2012-12-31 18:02:38','','DEIS KIAA final','','inherit','closed','closed','','deis-kiaa-final','','','2012-12-31 12:02:38','2012-12-31 18:02:38','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx',0,'attachment','application/msword',0),(580,2,'2012-11-21 15:40:39','2012-11-21 21:40:39','KIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-30','','','2012-11-21 15:40:39','2012-11-21 21:40:39','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/11/21/46-revision-30/',0,'revision','',0),(581,2,'2012-12-31 12:08:37','2012-12-31 18:08:37','The Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/kiaa-response-to-the-deis/deis-kiaa-final/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-573\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-31','','','2012-12-31 12:08:37','2012-12-31 18:08:37','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/12/31/46-revision-31/',0,'revision','',0),(582,2,'2012-12-31 12:09:28','2012-12-31 18:09:28','','DEIS KIAA final','','inherit','closed','closed','','deis-kiaa-final-2','','','2012-12-31 12:09:28','2012-12-31 18:09:28','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx',0,'attachment','application/msword',0),(583,2,'2012-12-31 12:08:38','2012-12-31 18:08:38','The Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/kiaa-response-to-the-deis/deis-kiaa-final/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-573\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-32','','','2012-12-31 12:08:38','2012-12-31 18:08:38','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/12/31/46-revision-32/',0,'revision','',0),(584,2,'2012-12-31 12:09:37','2012-12-31 18:09:37','The Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-33','','','2012-12-31 12:09:37','2012-12-31 18:09:37','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/12/31/46-revision-33/',0,'revision','',0),(588,2,'2012-03-01 22:00:30','2012-03-02 04:00:30','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our HOME page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Board Meetings: open to the public, please come! </strong>Meetings are at the<strong> </strong>Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave, from 7 - 8:30 PM on the following dates for the 2011-2012 year:\r\n\r\nSeptember 12, October 3, November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2 and our Annual Meeting is on May 7.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>“Lunch with Lisa”: </strong>Lisa Goodman, our Minneapolis City Council Member, provides the opportunity to talk with her about what’s on your mind and hear an interesting speaker on a topic of interest to our community. Generally held at the University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10<sup>th</sup> St, from noon - 1 PM on the 4<sup>th</sup> Wednesday of the month, these meetings will resume on October 26<sup>th</sup> and are open to the public: get there early to buy a lunch and get a good seat! For dates and to be added to Lisa’s mailing list, visit  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ANNUAL EVENTS</strong><strong>: </strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> January </strong></span>Neighborhood ice skating party, Lake of the Isles skating rink<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> February </strong></span>City of Lakes Loppet cross country ski festival; visit <a href=\"http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.cityoflakesloppet.com</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> April</strong></span> Earth Day. Neighborhood volunteers pick up garbage bags at the Kenwood Recreation Center and help clean up the area.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>April</strong></span>  Kenwood Recreation Center Annual Spring Egg Hunt.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> May  </strong></span>Kenwood Carnival, Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave S; food &amp; fun for the entire family!  Visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> Summer </strong></span>Cromulent Shakespeare Company presents a performance in Kenwood Park. See:  <a href=\"http://www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html\" target=\"_blank\">www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>October</strong></span> Twin Cities Marathon; visit <a href=\"http://www.mtcmarathon.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mtcmarathon.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ONGOING: </strong>\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Walker Library</strong>,<strong> </strong>2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers, families, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call 630-6650 for details.\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> Recreation Center</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt classes offered by <strong>ARTrageous</strong>, 2121 W. 21<sup>st </sup>St; visit <a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net/\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>.\r\n\r\nAuthor reading series at <strong>Birchbark Books</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>.\r\n\r\nChamber concerts performed by the <strong>Isles Ensemble</strong> at the Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway; visit <a href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.islesensemble.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt exhibits and receptions at the <strong>Bockley Gallery</strong>, 2123 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>.\r\n\r\nSunday suppers and other programs at <strong>Kenwood Café</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwoodcafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwoodcafe.com</a>.\r\n\r\nYouth sports are handled by <strong>WESAC Sports</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.wesac.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.wesac.org</a>.\r\n\r\nEvents at the <strong>Walker Art Cente</strong>r, 1750 Hennepin Ave; visit <a href=\"http://www.walkerart.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.walkerart.org</a>.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> E-Mail News Group</strong>:  If you would like to receive a monthly update of news and events in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send an e-mail including your name, e-mail address, and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-20','','','2012-03-01 22:00:30','2012-03-02 04:00:30','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/03/01/16-revision-20/',0,'revision','',0),(1114,2,'2015-02-28 21:19:25','2015-03-01 03:19:25','<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong></p>\r\nBy Michael Wilson (published in January 2015 Hill and Lake Press)\r\n\r\nFunding and legal challenges to the Southwest LRT project, coming on top of the Minneapolis Park Board’s determination to study the feasibility and prudence of alternatives to the obtrusive bridges planned for the Kenilworth Channel, have led some frustrated state and Metropolitan Council officials to charge that the continued viability of the $1.65 billion project is being threatened.\r\n\r\nThe Park Board has become the current primary target of wrath from those who want the embattled project to proceed exactly as currently designed. But challenges also loom in the form of potential state and federal funding shortfalls in addition to a federal lawsuit by the Lakes and Parks Alliance asserting that the Met Council sought and obtained municipal consent for the project without completing a supplement to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).\r\n\r\nAlso apparent is mounting pushback from many outstate and metro-area officials and citizens  troubled with what they view as a disproportionate share of transportation dollars being allotted to just one part of a projected transit network while the need for increased transportation funding throughout the state has reached critical levels.\r\n\r\nAnd less palpable but no less real is the weariness and wariness that many are feeling — perhaps particularly those in our Hill and Lake neighborhoods — after two decades of misinformed decisions, broken promises and battles to try to get Southwest LRT done right.\r\n\r\n<strong>The Park Board and Section 4(f)</strong>\r\n\r\nWhen the DEIS for the Southwest LRT project was published in October 2012, relocation of freight rail from the Kenilworth Corridor to a new route in St. Louis Park was accepted as fact. In its response to the DEIS the Park Board expressed its concerns over the impacts that LRT would impose on the environmentally sensitive corridor and in particular on the Park Board-owned lakes and Kenilworth Channel, part of the historic Grand Rounds. Of special concern were the massive bridges that would be required to carry 220 LRT trains daily over the channel.\r\n\r\nConsternation soon followed when Twin Cities &amp; Western RR, operator of freight in the corridor, refused to give any serious consideration to relocating its trains from the Kenilworth Corridor, creating the specter of a rebuilt, enlarged freight bridge joining the LRT bridges.\r\n\r\nIn April 2013 the Southwest Project Office proposed six options for fitting freight, LRT, and recreational trails in the corridor. Two of those options involved putting LRT in either a deep-bore tunnel or two shallow cut-and-cover tunnels. The tunneling options were accepted as feasible — engineers can build anything you want, including Boston’s “Big Dig” and the English Channel tunnel. Paying for it is another matter, though, and in September 2013, concerned by total project costs that had by then climbed well past $1 billion, the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee voted to cease any further preliminary engineering work on the deep-bore tunnel option.\r\n\r\n<strong>Park Board’s ‘voice crying in the wilderness’</strong>\r\n\r\nThroughout 2013 and much of 2014 the Park Board continued to express grave misgivings over the potential adverse and irreparable visual, safety, noise, and aesthetic impacts posed by new LRT bridges and traffic. Despite the Park Board’s clout under Section 4(f) of the 1966 Department of Transportation Act, which allows the Secretary of Transportation to approve a highway project that uses publicly owned parkland or land from a historic site only if there is no “feasible and prudent alternative to the use of such land” and if the project includes “all possible planning to minimize harm,” Park Board commissioners felt that their concerns were being given short shrift by the Met Council and SWLRT planners.\r\n\r\nFinally on Oct. 1 the Park Board voted to allocate up to $500,000 to conduct their own feasibility and prudence study to inform their response to the promised Supplemental DEIS, their decision on signing off on the project to the Secretary of Transportation — and their option to sue the Met Council and the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) over the matter.\r\n\r\nAn already unhappy Met Council was even less pleased when on Nov. 19 the Park Board awarded a $245,000 contract to Brierley Associates for the first phase of a two-part study to evaluate the feasibility of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel.\r\n\r\nAt its Jan. 7 and 16 meetings the Park Board heard positive feasibility results on two tunneling options studied by Brierley. A cut-and-cover tunnel option, which would involve shutting down the channel during construction, was already familiar to most listeners. A less-familiar technique called a “jacked box” tunnel generated significant interest.\r\n\r\nAccording to the Federal Highway Administration Technical Manual, “jacked box tunneling is a unique tunneling method for constructing shallow rectangular road tunnels beneath critical facilities . . . without disruption of the services provided by those surface facilities or having to relocate them temporarily to accommodate open excavations for cut and cover construction.” Jacked box tunneling had mostly been used outside the U.S., according to the FHA, until it was successfully applied to the construction of three short tunnels beneath a network of rail tracks at South Station in downtown Boston as part of the “Big Dig” project.\r\n\r\nAlso at its Jan. 7 meeting the Park Board approved a resolution to engage Brierley to complete the second, or prudence,” phase of the engineering study.\r\n\r\n<strong>Haigh, Dayton denounce Park Board actions</strong>\r\n\r\nWelcomed at the Jan. 7 meeting were SWLRT officials Mark Fuhrmann and Jim Alexander — the first time, Commissioner John Erwin pointed out, that Southwest staff or Met Council officials have ever attended a Park Board meeting. Their presence was in marked contrast to a letter sent earlier in the day to Board President Liz Wielinski from an exasperated Susan Haigh, outgoing chair of the Met Council.\r\n\r\nHaigh said she read the Park Board’s letter to the FTA regarding the Southwest LRT project “with great dismay and frustration” and excoriated the Board for “disregard[ing]” over two years of efforts by the Met Council to “consult and collaborate.” She characterized the Park Board’s initiative to obtain feasibility and prudence information on alternatives to LRT bridges over the channel — information the Park Board says it has sought but has been denied — as mere “attempts to delay” the SWLRT project.\r\n\r\nHaigh said that “neither I, nor the Governor, will support increasing the project budget” to accommodate anything other than the bridges already proposed. She also “strongly discourage[d] the Park Board from proceeding down a path toward litigation.”\r\n\r\nCommissioner Jon Olson countered that “this hasn’t been a two-way street at working together.” “We’re not here to make them happy,” he said. “We’re here to preserve out park system.” He reminded commissioners that on all too many past projects transportation planners have sought to take the “cheap and easy alternative” of parkland.\r\n\r\nGeneral Counsel Byron Rice affirmed the Park Board’s determination to move forward with its study of alternatives, saying that as SWLRT engineering approaches and passes the 30 percent point the Park Board’s “chance to exert [its] 4(f) influence may be lost.” “Make the FTA aware of your concerns,” he advised, “because ultimately the Park Board has to sign off” on the project.\r\n\r\nThe following day <em>StarTribune</em> readers were greeted by an remarkable page-one banner headline: “Dayton sees viability of Southwest LRT in doubt.” “Prospects are dimming this year” for the project, the story began, “as stronger opposition at the State Capitol is added to a lawsuit by residents opposed to the line and other potential delays.” Dayton was said to be “wondering if there’s enough support to push through the most expensive transportation project in state history.”\r\n\r\nAccording to the transcript of a December interview provided by the governor’s office, Dayton said that the Southwest project is “so bogged down now that I don’t know whether it’s going to be viable or not. I think the people who want to clog up the process have in mind to have this fall apart, and they may get their way.”\r\n\r\nIn a Jan. 8 letter to the <em>StarTribune</em> former Park Board president and CIDNA resident Tom Nordyke challenged Haigh’s and Dayton’s characterizations of Park Board actions. “These concerns are not new at all — the Park Board started raising them six years ago when I served as president,” Nordyke said, “at the same time the Park Board lawyers first advised that under federal law, parkland may not be claimed if there is a feasible alternative.”\r\n\r\nHaigh “can claim dismay all she likes,” Nordyke continued. “However, the Park Board has been very clear for a very long time that it was not on board with the plan and that it had legal standing to challenge it. The Met Council has chosen to ignore, bully, and now vilify the Park Board instead of working with it to address legitimate concerns.\r\n\r\n“Regardless of one’s stand on the Kenilworth channel,” wrote Nordyke, noting that he lives near the channel and supports SWLRT, “the Met Council should have respected the Park Board’s rights and duty to the citizens of Minneapolis. The responsibility for the current SWLRT crisis is on the Met Council’s shoulders, not the Park Board’s.”\r\n\r\n<strong>Municipal consent/DEIS lawsuit</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Lakes and Parks Alliance lawsuit, which asserts that the Metropolitan Council violated state and federal environmental protection law when it put the Southwest project out for municipal consent without meeting EIS requirements, heads to hearings in February and March.\r\n\r\nLPA, a grassroots organization formed to protect the Minneapolis lakes and parks from environmental damage threatened by the SWLRT route, has asked in Minnesota Federal District Court for a summary judgment in the case. LPA contends that a summary judgment is warranted because the facts in the case are not in dispute and are a matter of public record.\r\n\r\nThe Met Council and the FTA have filed a motion to dismiss the LPA suit. The Met Council said in a statement when the LPA suit was filed that state legislation authorizing the project recognized that municipal consent to the preliminary design plans and the environmental review would run simultaneously. “The Legislature did not require or expect the environmental review to be complete before municipal consent,” the statement said. Once the Supplemental DEIS is published, it said, “anyone, including cities and the public, will have an opportunity to comment on the SDEIS.” And if substantial changes need to be made to the design of the project, the Met Council would have to seek further municipal consent.\r\n\r\nMany Minneapolis residents and officials, already mistrustful of a Met Council making promises and assurances on which it later reversed course or backtracked, did not find the statement reassuring.\r\n\r\nIf the court rules for the LPA, the SWLRT approvals obtained by the Met Council through the municipal consent process would become null and void. LPA would ask that the Met Council be ordered to pause the project while the EIS required by state and federal laws was completed and provided to the municipalities along the line in advance of a new consent process.\r\n\r\n“If the municipal consent process has any validity,” says LPA board member and Lowry Hill resident George Puzak, “it has to mean that municipal officials — and the public — are entitled to know the environmental impact of the proposed SWLRT before the officials are forced to vote on it.”\r\n\r\nThe nub of the LPA case is that key portions of the original DEIS were invalidated when the Met Council yielded to TC&amp;W’s demand to continue running freight through the Kenilworth. The DEIS was predicated on relocation, not colocation, and included no mention of tunnels or the impacts of freight bridges and traffic. SWLRT planners initially expected to complete a supplemental DEIS in the first quarter of 2014, in advance of the municipal consent votes, but did not do so. The supplemental DEIS is now anticipated during the first half of 2015.\r\n\r\nJudge John Tunheim has scheduled court hearings on Feb. 25 for the FTA’s and Met Council’s Motion to Dismiss and on March 9 for LPA’s Motion for Summary Judgment. Both hearings are open to the public and Hill and Lake residents are urged to attend. For updates on the case or to support LPA’s efforts, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lakesandparks.com/\">lakesandparks.com</a>&gt;.\r\n\r\n<strong>State funding</strong>\r\n\r\nThe funding formula for SWLRT has called for the FTA to pay 50 percent of the project’s cost, with the Counties Transit Improvement Board (CTIB) putting in 30 percent. CTIB was formed in 2008 by the Legislature to invest in metro-area transit projects through annual capital and operating grants, using primarily a quarter-cent sales tax collected in the five participating counties (Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington). (For more information on CTIB, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://mnrides.org/\">mnrides.org</a>&gt;.)\r\n\r\nThe formula also called on the state and Hennepin County to pay for 10 percent of the project, which has now escalated to $1.65 billion. The state has already appropriated $44 million. The remaining $121 million must be appropriated during the 2015 legislative session for the Met Council to make its crucial application to the FTA for final federal funding. The election in November of a tax- and transit-averse Republican majority in the House, however, has cast doubt on the likelihood of the appropriation.\r\n\r\nDuring last fall’s campaign legislative Republicans made opposition to rail transit a key plank of their transportation policy, and this month the two parties have put forward widely differing plans for transportation priorities and how to pay for them.\r\n\r\nAccording to <em>Twin Cities Business</em> executive editor and Kenwood resident Adam Platt, who has followed the SWLRT saga for years, Southwest and all future Twin Cities transit projects face in House Republicans a “formidable and inflexible foe.” Platt reports that the Met Council believes it has the bonding capacity to fund the state’s share of Southwest, but would prefer not to use it.\r\n\r\nSouthwest backers have said that the $121 million could come from sources other than the state. But given the pushback from non-Hennepin County CTIB commissioners over escalating SWLRT costs and the finite resources available to the Hennepin County Board — and Commissioner Jeff Johnson’s adamant and oft-stated opposition to SWLRT during his run for the governorship last fall — finding an additional $121 million will not be easy.\r\n\r\n<strong>Federal funding</strong>\r\n\r\nEven the federal government’s 50 percent share of Southwest’s costs is perhaps not guaranteed. The massive 2015 spending bill passed by Congress in December gives priority to transit projects requiring less than a 40 percent share. While the bill does not directly impact Southwest now, the <em>StarTribune</em> reports, it “could affect the project if similar criteria are applied to 2016 spending, when the much-debated line will need funding.”\r\n\r\nA 10 percent reduction in the federal contribution would require local sources to come up with yet another $165 million — or scale back the project significantly. Laura Baenen, Southwest project spokesperson, told the <em>StarTribune</em> it’s too early to draw any conclusions about future funding challenges. “To say what might happen after this [2015 budget] is beyond anyone’s knowledge,” she said. “It’s just speculating.”\r\n\r\nFormer U.S. Rep Martin Sabo, who represented the Minneapolis area in Congress for nearly 30 years, says he believes the 2015 budget language as well as other recent Republican attempts to restrict funding for New Starts programs, of which SWLRT is one, could prove to be major obstacles. “It’s a clear indication of the direction the Congress is going in,” he told the <em>StarTribune</em>. Funding handicappers should keep in mind that the Congress will be controlled in 2016 by the same Republicans who control it today — and that 2016 is an election year.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor updates on all these issues and to participate in SWLRT advocacy work, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lrtdoneright.org/\">lrtdoneright.org</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, December, 2014\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe two comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-48','','','2015-02-28 21:19:25','2015-03-01 03:19:25','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/02/28/46-revision-48/',0,'revision','',0),(1115,2,'2015-02-28 21:33:09','2015-03-01 03:33:09','<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong></p>\r\nBy Michael Wilson (published in January 2015 Hill and Lake Press)\r\n\r\nFunding and legal challenges to the Southwest LRT project, coming on top of the Minneapolis Park Board’s determination to study the feasibility and prudence of alternatives to the obtrusive bridges planned for the Kenilworth Channel, have led some frustrated state and Metropolitan Council officials to charge that the continued viability of the $1.65 billion project is being threatened.\r\n\r\nThe Park Board has become the current primary target of wrath from those who want the embattled project to proceed exactly as currently designed. But challenges also loom in the form of potential state and federal funding shortfalls in addition to a federal lawsuit by the Lakes and Parks Alliance asserting that the Met Council sought and obtained municipal consent for the project without completing a supplement to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).\r\n\r\nAlso apparent is mounting pushback from many outstate and metro-area officials and citizens  troubled with what they view as a disproportionate share of transportation dollars being allotted to just one part of a projected transit network while the need for increased transportation funding throughout the state has reached critical levels.\r\n\r\nAnd less palpable but no less real is the weariness and wariness that many are feeling — perhaps particularly those in our Hill and Lake neighborhoods — after two decades of misinformed decisions, broken promises and battles to try to get Southwest LRT done right.\r\n\r\n<strong>The Park Board and Section 4(f)</strong>\r\n\r\nWhen the DEIS for the Southwest LRT project was published in October 2012, relocation of freight rail from the Kenilworth Corridor to a new route in St. Louis Park was accepted as fact. In its response to the DEIS the Park Board expressed its concerns over the impacts that LRT would impose on the environmentally sensitive corridor and in particular on the Park Board-owned lakes and Kenilworth Channel, part of the historic Grand Rounds. Of special concern were the massive bridges that would be required to carry 220 LRT trains daily over the channel.\r\n\r\nConsternation soon followed when Twin Cities &amp; Western RR, operator of freight in the corridor, refused to give any serious consideration to relocating its trains from the Kenilworth Corridor, creating the specter of a rebuilt, enlarged freight bridge joining the LRT bridges.\r\n\r\nIn April 2013 the Southwest Project Office proposed six options for fitting freight, LRT, and recreational trails in the corridor. Two of those options involved putting LRT in either a deep-bore tunnel or two shallow cut-and-cover tunnels. The tunneling options were accepted as feasible — engineers can build anything you want, including Boston’s “Big Dig” and the English Channel tunnel. Paying for it is another matter, though, and in September 2013, concerned by total project costs that had by then climbed well past $1 billion, the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee voted to cease any further preliminary engineering work on the deep-bore tunnel option.\r\n\r\n<strong>Park Board’s ‘voice crying in the wilderness’</strong>\r\n\r\nThroughout 2013 and much of 2014 the Park Board continued to express grave misgivings over the potential adverse and irreparable visual, safety, noise, and aesthetic impacts posed by new LRT bridges and traffic. Despite the Park Board’s clout under Section 4(f) of the 1966 Department of Transportation Act, which allows the Secretary of Transportation to approve a highway project that uses publicly owned parkland or land from a historic site only if there is no “feasible and prudent alternative to the use of such land” and if the project includes “all possible planning to minimize harm,” Park Board commissioners felt that their concerns were being given short shrift by the Met Council and SWLRT planners.\r\n\r\nFinally on Oct. 1 the Park Board voted to allocate up to $500,000 to conduct their own feasibility and prudence study to inform their response to the promised Supplemental DEIS, their decision on signing off on the project to the Secretary of Transportation — and their option to sue the Met Council and the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) over the matter.\r\n\r\nAn already unhappy Met Council was even less pleased when on Nov. 19 the Park Board awarded a $245,000 contract to Brierley Associates for the first phase of a two-part study to evaluate the feasibility of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel.\r\n\r\nAt its Jan. 7 and 16 meetings the Park Board heard positive feasibility results on two tunneling options studied by Brierley. A cut-and-cover tunnel option, which would involve shutting down the channel during construction, was already familiar to most listeners. A less-familiar technique called a “jacked box” tunnel generated significant interest.\r\n\r\nAccording to the Federal Highway Administration Technical Manual, “jacked box tunneling is a unique tunneling method for constructing shallow rectangular road tunnels beneath critical facilities . . . without disruption of the services provided by those surface facilities or having to relocate them temporarily to accommodate open excavations for cut and cover construction.” Jacked box tunneling had mostly been used outside the U.S., according to the FHA, until it was successfully applied to the construction of three short tunnels beneath a network of rail tracks at South Station in downtown Boston as part of the “Big Dig” project.\r\n\r\nAlso at its Jan. 7 meeting the Park Board approved a resolution to engage Brierley to complete the second, or prudence,” phase of the engineering study.\r\n\r\n<strong>Haigh, Dayton denounce Park Board actions</strong>\r\n\r\nWelcomed at the Jan. 7 meeting were SWLRT officials Mark Fuhrmann and Jim Alexander — the first time, Commissioner John Erwin pointed out, that Southwest staff or Met Council officials have ever attended a Park Board meeting. Their presence was in marked contrast to a letter sent earlier in the day to Board President Liz Wielinski from an exasperated Susan Haigh, outgoing chair of the Met Council.\r\n\r\nHaigh said she read the Park Board’s letter to the FTA regarding the Southwest LRT project “with great dismay and frustration” and excoriated the Board for “disregard[ing]” over two years of efforts by the Met Council to “consult and collaborate.” She characterized the Park Board’s initiative to obtain feasibility and prudence information on alternatives to LRT bridges over the channel — information the Park Board says it has sought but has been denied — as mere “attempts to delay” the SWLRT project.\r\n\r\nHaigh said that “neither I, nor the Governor, will support increasing the project budget” to accommodate anything other than the bridges already proposed. She also “strongly discourage[d] the Park Board from proceeding down a path toward litigation.”\r\n\r\nCommissioner Jon Olson countered that “this hasn’t been a two-way street at working together.” “We’re not here to make them happy,” he said. “We’re here to preserve out park system.” He reminded commissioners that on all too many past projects transportation planners have sought to take the “cheap and easy alternative” of parkland.\r\n\r\nGeneral Counsel Byron Rice affirmed the Park Board’s determination to move forward with its study of alternatives, saying that as SWLRT engineering approaches and passes the 30 percent point the Park Board’s “chance to exert [its] 4(f) influence may be lost.” “Make the FTA aware of your concerns,” he advised, “because ultimately the Park Board has to sign off” on the project.\r\n\r\nThe following day <em>StarTribune</em> readers were greeted by an remarkable page-one banner headline: “Dayton sees viability of Southwest LRT in doubt.” “Prospects are dimming this year” for the project, the story began, “as stronger opposition at the State Capitol is added to a lawsuit by residents opposed to the line and other potential delays.” Dayton was said to be “wondering if there’s enough support to push through the most expensive transportation project in state history.”\r\n\r\nAccording to the transcript of a December interview provided by the governor’s office, Dayton said that the Southwest project is “so bogged down now that I don’t know whether it’s going to be viable or not. I think the people who want to clog up the process have in mind to have this fall apart, and they may get their way.”\r\n\r\nIn a Jan. 8 letter to the <em>StarTribune</em> former Park Board president and CIDNA resident Tom Nordyke challenged Haigh’s and Dayton’s characterizations of Park Board actions. “These concerns are not new at all — the Park Board started raising them six years ago when I served as president,” Nordyke said, “at the same time the Park Board lawyers first advised that under federal law, parkland may not be claimed if there is a feasible alternative.”\r\n\r\nHaigh “can claim dismay all she likes,” Nordyke continued. “However, the Park Board has been very clear for a very long time that it was not on board with the plan and that it had legal standing to challenge it. The Met Council has chosen to ignore, bully, and now vilify the Park Board instead of working with it to address legitimate concerns.\r\n\r\n“Regardless of one’s stand on the Kenilworth channel,” wrote Nordyke, noting that he lives near the channel and supports SWLRT, “the Met Council should have respected the Park Board’s rights and duty to the citizens of Minneapolis. The responsibility for the current SWLRT crisis is on the Met Council’s shoulders, not the Park Board’s.”\r\n\r\n<strong>Municipal consent/DEIS lawsuit</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Lakes and Parks Alliance lawsuit, which asserts that the Metropolitan Council violated state and federal environmental protection law when it put the Southwest project out for municipal consent without meeting EIS requirements, heads to hearings in February and March.\r\n\r\nLPA, a grassroots organization formed to protect the Minneapolis lakes and parks from environmental damage threatened by the SWLRT route, has asked in Minnesota Federal District Court for a summary judgment in the case. LPA contends that a summary judgment is warranted because the facts in the case are not in dispute and are a matter of public record.\r\n\r\nThe Met Council and the FTA have filed a motion to dismiss the LPA suit. The Met Council said in a statement when the LPA suit was filed that state legislation authorizing the project recognized that municipal consent to the preliminary design plans and the environmental review would run simultaneously. “The Legislature did not require or expect the environmental review to be complete before municipal consent,” the statement said. Once the Supplemental DEIS is published, it said, “anyone, including cities and the public, will have an opportunity to comment on the SDEIS.” And if substantial changes need to be made to the design of the project, the Met Council would have to seek further municipal consent.\r\n\r\nMany Minneapolis residents and officials, already mistrustful of a Met Council making promises and assurances on which it later reversed course or backtracked, did not find the statement reassuring.\r\n\r\nIf the court rules for the LPA, the SWLRT approvals obtained by the Met Council through the municipal consent process would become null and void. LPA would ask that the Met Council be ordered to pause the project while the EIS required by state and federal laws was completed and provided to the municipalities along the line in advance of a new consent process.\r\n\r\n“If the municipal consent process has any validity,” says LPA board member and Lowry Hill resident George Puzak, “it has to mean that municipal officials — and the public — are entitled to know the environmental impact of the proposed SWLRT before the officials are forced to vote on it.”\r\n\r\nThe nub of the LPA case is that key portions of the original DEIS were invalidated when the Met Council yielded to TC&amp;W’s demand to continue running freight through the Kenilworth. The DEIS was predicated on relocation, not colocation, and included no mention of tunnels or the impacts of freight bridges and traffic. SWLRT planners initially expected to complete a supplemental DEIS in the first quarter of 2014, in advance of the municipal consent votes, but did not do so. The supplemental DEIS is now anticipated during the first half of 2015.\r\n\r\nJudge John Tunheim has scheduled court hearings on Feb. 25 for the FTA’s and Met Council’s Motion to Dismiss and on March 9 for LPA’s Motion for Summary Judgment. Both hearings are open to the public and Hill and Lake residents are urged to attend. For updates on the case or to support LPA’s efforts, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lakesandparks.com/\">lakesandparks.com</a>&gt;.\r\n\r\n<strong>State funding</strong>\r\n\r\nThe funding formula for SWLRT has called for the FTA to pay 50 percent of the project’s cost, with the Counties Transit Improvement Board (CTIB) putting in 30 percent. CTIB was formed in 2008 by the Legislature to invest in metro-area transit projects through annual capital and operating grants, using primarily a quarter-cent sales tax collected in the five participating counties (Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington). (For more information on CTIB, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://mnrides.org/\">mnrides.org</a>&gt;.)\r\n\r\nThe formula also called on the state and Hennepin County to pay for 10 percent of the project, which has now escalated to $1.65 billion. The state has already appropriated $44 million. The remaining $121 million must be appropriated during the 2015 legislative session for the Met Council to make its crucial application to the FTA for final federal funding. The election in November of a tax- and transit-averse Republican majority in the House, however, has cast doubt on the likelihood of the appropriation.\r\n\r\nDuring last fall’s campaign legislative Republicans made opposition to rail transit a key plank of their transportation policy, and this month the two parties have put forward widely differing plans for transportation priorities and how to pay for them.\r\n\r\nAccording to <em>Twin Cities Business</em> executive editor and Kenwood resident Adam Platt, who has followed the SWLRT saga for years, Southwest and all future Twin Cities transit projects face in House Republicans a “formidable and inflexible foe.” Platt reports that the Met Council believes it has the bonding capacity to fund the state’s share of Southwest, but would prefer not to use it.\r\n\r\nSouthwest backers have said that the $121 million could come from sources other than the state. But given the pushback from non-Hennepin County CTIB commissioners over escalating SWLRT costs and the finite resources available to the Hennepin County Board — and Commissioner Jeff Johnson’s adamant and oft-stated opposition to SWLRT during his run for the governorship last fall — finding an additional $121 million will not be easy.\r\n\r\n<strong>Federal funding</strong>\r\n\r\nEven the federal government’s 50 percent share of Southwest’s costs is perhaps not guaranteed. The massive 2015 spending bill passed by Congress in December gives priority to transit projects requiring less than a 40 percent share. While the bill does not directly impact Southwest now, the <em>StarTribune</em> reports, it “could affect the project if similar criteria are applied to 2016 spending, when the much-debated line will need funding.”\r\n\r\nA 10 percent reduction in the federal contribution would require local sources to come up with yet another $165 million — or scale back the project significantly. Laura Baenen, Southwest project spokesperson, told the <em>StarTribune</em> it’s too early to draw any conclusions about future funding challenges. “To say what might happen after this [2015 budget] is beyond anyone’s knowledge,” she said. “It’s just speculating.”\r\n\r\nFormer U.S. Rep Martin Sabo, who represented the Minneapolis area in Congress for nearly 30 years, says he believes the 2015 budget language as well as other recent Republican attempts to restrict funding for New Starts programs, of which SWLRT is one, could prove to be major obstacles. “It’s a clear indication of the direction the Congress is going in,” he told the <em>StarTribune</em>. Funding handicappers should keep in mind that the Congress will be controlled in 2016 by the same Republicans who control it today — and that 2016 is an election year.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor updates on all these issues and to participate in SWLRT advocacy work, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lrtdoneright.org/\">lrtdoneright.org</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, December, 2014\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe two comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-49','','','2015-02-28 21:33:09','2015-03-01 03:33:09','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/02/28/46-revision-49/',0,'revision','',0);
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (1116,2,'2015-02-28 21:33:10','2015-03-01 03:33:10','<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong></p>\r\nBy Michael Wilson (published in January 2015 Hill and Lake Press)\r\n\r\nFunding and legal challenges to the Southwest LRT project, coming on top of the Minneapolis Park Board’s determination to study the feasibility and prudence of alternatives to the obtrusive bridges planned for the Kenilworth Channel, have led some frustrated state and Metropolitan Council officials to charge that the continued viability of the $1.65 billion project is being threatened.\r\n\r\nThe Park Board has become the current primary target of wrath from those who want the embattled project to proceed exactly as currently designed. But challenges also loom in the form of potential state and federal funding shortfalls in addition to a federal lawsuit by the Lakes and Parks Alliance asserting that the Met Council sought and obtained municipal consent for the project without completing a supplement to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).\r\n\r\nAlso apparent is mounting pushback from many outstate and metro-area officials and citizens  troubled with what they view as a disproportionate share of transportation dollars being allotted to just one part of a projected transit network while the need for increased transportation funding throughout the state has reached critical levels.\r\n\r\nAnd less palpable but no less real is the weariness and wariness that many are feeling — perhaps particularly those in our Hill and Lake neighborhoods — after two decades of misinformed decisions, broken promises and battles to try to get Southwest LRT done right.\r\n\r\n<strong>The Park Board and Section 4(f)</strong>\r\n\r\nWhen the DEIS for the Southwest LRT project was published in October 2012, relocation of freight rail from the Kenilworth Corridor to a new route in St. Louis Park was accepted as fact. In its response to the DEIS the Park Board expressed its concerns over the impacts that LRT would impose on the environmentally sensitive corridor and in particular on the Park Board-owned lakes and Kenilworth Channel, part of the historic Grand Rounds. Of special concern were the massive bridges that would be required to carry 220 LRT trains daily over the channel.\r\n\r\nConsternation soon followed when Twin Cities &amp; Western RR, operator of freight in the corridor, refused to give any serious consideration to relocating its trains from the Kenilworth Corridor, creating the specter of a rebuilt, enlarged freight bridge joining the LRT bridges.\r\n\r\nIn April 2013 the Southwest Project Office proposed six options for fitting freight, LRT, and recreational trails in the corridor. Two of those options involved putting LRT in either a deep-bore tunnel or two shallow cut-and-cover tunnels. The tunneling options were accepted as feasible — engineers can build anything you want, including Boston’s “Big Dig” and the English Channel tunnel. Paying for it is another matter, though, and in September 2013, concerned by total project costs that had by then climbed well past $1 billion, the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee voted to cease any further preliminary engineering work on the deep-bore tunnel option.\r\n\r\n<strong>Park Board’s ‘voice crying in the wilderness’</strong>\r\n\r\nThroughout 2013 and much of 2014 the Park Board continued to express grave misgivings over the potential adverse and irreparable visual, safety, noise, and aesthetic impacts posed by new LRT bridges and traffic. Despite the Park Board’s clout under Section 4(f) of the 1966 Department of Transportation Act, which allows the Secretary of Transportation to approve a highway project that uses publicly owned parkland or land from a historic site only if there is no “feasible and prudent alternative to the use of such land” and if the project includes “all possible planning to minimize harm,” Park Board commissioners felt that their concerns were being given short shrift by the Met Council and SWLRT planners.\r\n\r\nFinally on Oct. 1 the Park Board voted to allocate up to $500,000 to conduct their own feasibility and prudence study to inform their response to the promised Supplemental DEIS, their decision on signing off on the project to the Secretary of Transportation — and their option to sue the Met Council and the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) over the matter.\r\n\r\nAn already unhappy Met Council was even less pleased when on Nov. 19 the Park Board awarded a $245,000 contract to Brierley Associates for the first phase of a two-part study to evaluate the feasibility of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel.\r\n\r\nAt its Jan. 7 and 16 meetings the Park Board heard positive feasibility results on two tunneling options studied by Brierley. A cut-and-cover tunnel option, which would involve shutting down the channel during construction, was already familiar to most listeners. A less-familiar technique called a “jacked box” tunnel generated significant interest.\r\n\r\nAccording to the Federal Highway Administration Technical Manual, “jacked box tunneling is a unique tunneling method for constructing shallow rectangular road tunnels beneath critical facilities . . . without disruption of the services provided by those surface facilities or having to relocate them temporarily to accommodate open excavations for cut and cover construction.” Jacked box tunneling had mostly been used outside the U.S., according to the FHA, until it was successfully applied to the construction of three short tunnels beneath a network of rail tracks at South Station in downtown Boston as part of the “Big Dig” project.\r\n\r\nAlso at its Jan. 7 meeting the Park Board approved a resolution to engage Brierley to complete the second, or prudence,” phase of the engineering study.\r\n\r\n<strong>Haigh, Dayton denounce Park Board actions</strong>\r\n\r\nWelcomed at the Jan. 7 meeting were SWLRT officials Mark Fuhrmann and Jim Alexander — the first time, Commissioner John Erwin pointed out, that Southwest staff or Met Council officials have ever attended a Park Board meeting. Their presence was in marked contrast to a letter sent earlier in the day to Board President Liz Wielinski from an exasperated Susan Haigh, outgoing chair of the Met Council.\r\n\r\nHaigh said she read the Park Board’s letter to the FTA regarding the Southwest LRT project “with great dismay and frustration” and excoriated the Board for “disregard[ing]” over two years of efforts by the Met Council to “consult and collaborate.” She characterized the Park Board’s initiative to obtain feasibility and prudence information on alternatives to LRT bridges over the channel — information the Park Board says it has sought but has been denied — as mere “attempts to delay” the SWLRT project.\r\n\r\nHaigh said that “neither I, nor the Governor, will support increasing the project budget” to accommodate anything other than the bridges already proposed. She also “strongly discourage[d] the Park Board from proceeding down a path toward litigation.”\r\n\r\nCommissioner Jon Olson countered that “this hasn’t been a two-way street at working together.” “We’re not here to make them happy,” he said. “We’re here to preserve out park system.” He reminded commissioners that on all too many past projects transportation planners have sought to take the “cheap and easy alternative” of parkland.\r\n\r\nGeneral Counsel Byron Rice affirmed the Park Board’s determination to move forward with its study of alternatives, saying that as SWLRT engineering approaches and passes the 30 percent point the Park Board’s “chance to exert [its] 4(f) influence may be lost.” “Make the FTA aware of your concerns,” he advised, “because ultimately the Park Board has to sign off” on the project.\r\n\r\nThe following day <em>StarTribune</em> readers were greeted by an remarkable page-one banner headline: “Dayton sees viability of Southwest LRT in doubt.” “Prospects are dimming this year” for the project, the story began, “as stronger opposition at the State Capitol is added to a lawsuit by residents opposed to the line and other potential delays.” Dayton was said to be “wondering if there’s enough support to push through the most expensive transportation project in state history.”\r\n\r\nAccording to the transcript of a December interview provided by the governor’s office, Dayton said that the Southwest project is “so bogged down now that I don’t know whether it’s going to be viable or not. I think the people who want to clog up the process have in mind to have this fall apart, and they may get their way.”\r\n\r\nIn a Jan. 8 letter to the <em>StarTribune</em> former Park Board president and CIDNA resident Tom Nordyke challenged Haigh’s and Dayton’s characterizations of Park Board actions. “These concerns are not new at all — the Park Board started raising them six years ago when I served as president,” Nordyke said, “at the same time the Park Board lawyers first advised that under federal law, parkland may not be claimed if there is a feasible alternative.”\r\n\r\nHaigh “can claim dismay all she likes,” Nordyke continued. “However, the Park Board has been very clear for a very long time that it was not on board with the plan and that it had legal standing to challenge it. The Met Council has chosen to ignore, bully, and now vilify the Park Board instead of working with it to address legitimate concerns.\r\n\r\n“Regardless of one’s stand on the Kenilworth channel,” wrote Nordyke, noting that he lives near the channel and supports SWLRT, “the Met Council should have respected the Park Board’s rights and duty to the citizens of Minneapolis. The responsibility for the current SWLRT crisis is on the Met Council’s shoulders, not the Park Board’s.”\r\n\r\n<strong>Municipal consent/DEIS lawsuit</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Lakes and Parks Alliance lawsuit, which asserts that the Metropolitan Council violated state and federal environmental protection law when it put the Southwest project out for municipal consent without meeting EIS requirements, heads to hearings in February and March.\r\n\r\nLPA, a grassroots organization formed to protect the Minneapolis lakes and parks from environmental damage threatened by the SWLRT route, has asked in Minnesota Federal District Court for a summary judgment in the case. LPA contends that a summary judgment is warranted because the facts in the case are not in dispute and are a matter of public record.\r\n\r\nThe Met Council and the FTA have filed a motion to dismiss the LPA suit. The Met Council said in a statement when the LPA suit was filed that state legislation authorizing the project recognized that municipal consent to the preliminary design plans and the environmental review would run simultaneously. “The Legislature did not require or expect the environmental review to be complete before municipal consent,” the statement said. Once the Supplemental DEIS is published, it said, “anyone, including cities and the public, will have an opportunity to comment on the SDEIS.” And if substantial changes need to be made to the design of the project, the Met Council would have to seek further municipal consent.\r\n\r\nMany Minneapolis residents and officials, already mistrustful of a Met Council making promises and assurances on which it later reversed course or backtracked, did not find the statement reassuring.\r\n\r\nIf the court rules for the LPA, the SWLRT approvals obtained by the Met Council through the municipal consent process would become null and void. LPA would ask that the Met Council be ordered to pause the project while the EIS required by state and federal laws was completed and provided to the municipalities along the line in advance of a new consent process.\r\n\r\n“If the municipal consent process has any validity,” says LPA board member and Lowry Hill resident George Puzak, “it has to mean that municipal officials — and the public — are entitled to know the environmental impact of the proposed SWLRT before the officials are forced to vote on it.”\r\n\r\nThe nub of the LPA case is that key portions of the original DEIS were invalidated when the Met Council yielded to TC&amp;W’s demand to continue running freight through the Kenilworth. The DEIS was predicated on relocation, not colocation, and included no mention of tunnels or the impacts of freight bridges and traffic. SWLRT planners initially expected to complete a supplemental DEIS in the first quarter of 2014, in advance of the municipal consent votes, but did not do so. The supplemental DEIS is now anticipated during the first half of 2015.\r\n\r\nJudge John Tunheim has scheduled court hearings on Feb. 25 for the FTA’s and Met Council’s Motion to Dismiss and on March 9 for LPA’s Motion for Summary Judgment. Both hearings are open to the public and Hill and Lake residents are urged to attend. For updates on the case or to support LPA’s efforts, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lakesandparks.com/\">lakesandparks.com</a>&gt;.\r\n\r\n<strong>State funding</strong>\r\n\r\nThe funding formula for SWLRT has called for the FTA to pay 50 percent of the project’s cost, with the Counties Transit Improvement Board (CTIB) putting in 30 percent. CTIB was formed in 2008 by the Legislature to invest in metro-area transit projects through annual capital and operating grants, using primarily a quarter-cent sales tax collected in the five participating counties (Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington). (For more information on CTIB, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://mnrides.org/\">mnrides.org</a>&gt;.)\r\n\r\nThe formula also called on the state and Hennepin County to pay for 10 percent of the project, which has now escalated to $1.65 billion. The state has already appropriated $44 million. The remaining $121 million must be appropriated during the 2015 legislative session for the Met Council to make its crucial application to the FTA for final federal funding. The election in November of a tax- and transit-averse Republican majority in the House, however, has cast doubt on the likelihood of the appropriation.\r\n\r\nDuring last fall’s campaign legislative Republicans made opposition to rail transit a key plank of their transportation policy, and this month the two parties have put forward widely differing plans for transportation priorities and how to pay for them.\r\n\r\nAccording to <em>Twin Cities Business</em> executive editor and Kenwood resident Adam Platt, who has followed the SWLRT saga for years, Southwest and all future Twin Cities transit projects face in House Republicans a “formidable and inflexible foe.” Platt reports that the Met Council believes it has the bonding capacity to fund the state’s share of Southwest, but would prefer not to use it.\r\n\r\nSouthwest backers have said that the $121 million could come from sources other than the state. But given the pushback from non-Hennepin County CTIB commissioners over escalating SWLRT costs and the finite resources available to the Hennepin County Board — and Commissioner Jeff Johnson’s adamant and oft-stated opposition to SWLRT during his run for the governorship last fall — finding an additional $121 million will not be easy.\r\n\r\n<strong>Federal funding</strong>\r\n\r\nEven the federal government’s 50 percent share of Southwest’s costs is perhaps not guaranteed. The massive 2015 spending bill passed by Congress in December gives priority to transit projects requiring less than a 40 percent share. While the bill does not directly impact Southwest now, the <em>StarTribune</em> reports, it “could affect the project if similar criteria are applied to 2016 spending, when the much-debated line will need funding.”\r\n\r\nA 10 percent reduction in the federal contribution would require local sources to come up with yet another $165 million — or scale back the project significantly. Laura Baenen, Southwest project spokesperson, told the <em>StarTribune</em> it’s too early to draw any conclusions about future funding challenges. “To say what might happen after this [2015 budget] is beyond anyone’s knowledge,” she said. “It’s just speculating.”\r\n\r\nFormer U.S. Rep Martin Sabo, who represented the Minneapolis area in Congress for nearly 30 years, says he believes the 2015 budget language as well as other recent Republican attempts to restrict funding for New Starts programs, of which SWLRT is one, could prove to be major obstacles. “It’s a clear indication of the direction the Congress is going in,” he told the <em>StarTribune</em>. Funding handicappers should keep in mind that the Congress will be controlled in 2016 by the same Republicans who control it today — and that 2016 is an election year.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor updates on all these issues and to participate in SWLRT advocacy work, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lrtdoneright.org/\">lrtdoneright.org</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, December, 2014\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe two comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-50','','','2015-02-28 21:33:10','2015-03-01 03:33:10','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/02/28/46-revision-50/',0,'revision','',0),(1117,2,'2015-02-28 21:52:33','2015-03-01 03:52:33','<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong></p>\r\nBy Michael Wilson (published in January 2015 Hill and Lake Press)\r\n\r\nFunding and legal challenges to the Southwest LRT project, coming on top of the Minneapolis Park Board’s determination to study the feasibility and prudence of alternatives to the obtrusive bridges planned for the Kenilworth Channel, have led some frustrated state and Metropolitan Council officials to charge that the continued viability of the $1.65 billion project is being threatened.\r\n\r\nThe Park Board has become the current primary target of wrath from those who want the embattled project to proceed exactly as currently designed. But challenges also loom in the form of potential state and federal funding shortfalls in addition to a federal lawsuit by the Lakes and Parks Alliance asserting that the Met Council sought and obtained municipal consent for the project without completing a supplement to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).\r\n\r\nAlso apparent is mounting pushback from many outstate and metro-area officials and citizens  troubled with what they view as a disproportionate share of transportation dollars being allotted to just one part of a projected transit network while the need for increased transportation funding throughout the state has reached critical levels.\r\n\r\nAnd less palpable but no less real is the weariness and wariness that many are feeling — perhaps particularly those in our Hill and Lake neighborhoods — after two decades of misinformed decisions, broken promises and battles to try to get Southwest LRT done right.\r\n\r\n<strong>The Park Board and Section 4(f)</strong>\r\n\r\nWhen the DEIS for the Southwest LRT project was published in October 2012, relocation of freight rail from the Kenilworth Corridor to a new route in St. Louis Park was accepted as fact. In its response to the DEIS the Park Board expressed its concerns over the impacts that LRT would impose on the environmentally sensitive corridor and in particular on the Park Board-owned lakes and Kenilworth Channel, part of the historic Grand Rounds. Of special concern were the massive bridges that would be required to carry 220 LRT trains daily over the channel.\r\n\r\nConsternation soon followed when Twin Cities &amp; Western RR, operator of freight in the corridor, refused to give any serious consideration to relocating its trains from the Kenilworth Corridor, creating the specter of a rebuilt, enlarged freight bridge joining the LRT bridges.\r\n\r\nIn April 2013 the Southwest Project Office proposed six options for fitting freight, LRT, and recreational trails in the corridor. Two of those options involved putting LRT in either a deep-bore tunnel or two shallow cut-and-cover tunnels. The tunneling options were accepted as feasible — engineers can build anything you want, including Boston’s “Big Dig” and the English Channel tunnel. Paying for it is another matter, though, and in September 2013, concerned by total project costs that had by then climbed well past $1 billion, the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee voted to cease any further preliminary engineering work on the deep-bore tunnel option.\r\n\r\n<strong>Park Board’s ‘voice crying in the wilderness’</strong>\r\n\r\nThroughout 2013 and much of 2014 the Park Board continued to express grave misgivings over the potential adverse and irreparable visual, safety, noise, and aesthetic impacts posed by new LRT bridges and traffic. Despite the Park Board’s clout under Section 4(f) of the 1966 Department of Transportation Act, which allows the Secretary of Transportation to approve a highway project that uses publicly owned parkland or land from a historic site only if there is no “feasible and prudent alternative to the use of such land” and if the project includes “all possible planning to minimize harm,” Park Board commissioners felt that their concerns were being given short shrift by the Met Council and SWLRT planners.\r\n\r\nFinally on Oct. 1 the Park Board voted to allocate up to $500,000 to conduct their own feasibility and prudence study to inform their response to the promised Supplemental DEIS, their decision on signing off on the project to the Secretary of Transportation — and their option to sue the Met Council and the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) over the matter.\r\n\r\nAn already unhappy Met Council was even less pleased when on Nov. 19 the Park Board awarded a $245,000 contract to Brierley Associates for the first phase of a two-part study to evaluate the feasibility of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel.\r\n\r\nAt its Jan. 7 and 16 meetings the Park Board heard positive feasibility results on two tunneling options studied by Brierley. A cut-and-cover tunnel option, which would involve shutting down the channel during construction, was already familiar to most listeners. A less-familiar technique called a “jacked box” tunnel generated significant interest.\r\n\r\nAccording to the Federal Highway Administration Technical Manual, “jacked box tunneling is a unique tunneling method for constructing shallow rectangular road tunnels beneath critical facilities . . . without disruption of the services provided by those surface facilities or having to relocate them temporarily to accommodate open excavations for cut and cover construction.” Jacked box tunneling had mostly been used outside the U.S., according to the FHA, until it was successfully applied to the construction of three short tunnels beneath a network of rail tracks at South Station in downtown Boston as part of the “Big Dig” project.\r\n\r\nAlso at its Jan. 7 meeting the Park Board approved a resolution to engage Brierley to complete the second, or prudence,” phase of the engineering study.\r\n\r\n<strong>Haigh, Dayton denounce Park Board actions</strong>\r\n\r\nWelcomed at the Jan. 7 meeting were SWLRT officials Mark Fuhrmann and Jim Alexander — the first time, Commissioner John Erwin pointed out, that Southwest staff or Met Council officials have ever attended a Park Board meeting. Their presence was in marked contrast to a letter sent earlier in the day to Board President Liz Wielinski from an exasperated Susan Haigh, outgoing chair of the Met Council.\r\n\r\nHaigh said she read the Park Board’s letter to the FTA regarding the Southwest LRT project “with great dismay and frustration” and excoriated the Board for “disregard[ing]” over two years of efforts by the Met Council to “consult and collaborate.” She characterized the Park Board’s initiative to obtain feasibility and prudence information on alternatives to LRT bridges over the channel — information the Park Board says it has sought but has been denied — as mere “attempts to delay” the SWLRT project.\r\n\r\nHaigh said that “neither I, nor the Governor, will support increasing the project budget” to accommodate anything other than the bridges already proposed. She also “strongly discourage[d] the Park Board from proceeding down a path toward litigation.”\r\n\r\nCommissioner Jon Olson countered that “this hasn’t been a two-way street at working together.” “We’re not here to make them happy,” he said. “We’re here to preserve out park system.” He reminded commissioners that on all too many past projects transportation planners have sought to take the “cheap and easy alternative” of parkland.\r\n\r\nGeneral Counsel Byron Rice affirmed the Park Board’s determination to move forward with its study of alternatives, saying that as SWLRT engineering approaches and passes the 30 percent point the Park Board’s “chance to exert [its] 4(f) influence may be lost.” “Make the FTA aware of your concerns,” he advised, “because ultimately the Park Board has to sign off” on the project.\r\n\r\nThe following day <em>StarTribune</em> readers were greeted by an remarkable page-one banner headline: “Dayton sees viability of Southwest LRT in doubt.” “Prospects are dimming this year” for the project, the story began, “as stronger opposition at the State Capitol is added to a lawsuit by residents opposed to the line and other potential delays.” Dayton was said to be “wondering if there’s enough support to push through the most expensive transportation project in state history.”\r\n\r\nAccording to the transcript of a December interview provided by the governor’s office, Dayton said that the Southwest project is “so bogged down now that I don’t know whether it’s going to be viable or not. I think the people who want to clog up the process have in mind to have this fall apart, and they may get their way.”\r\n\r\nIn a Jan. 8 letter to the <em>StarTribune</em> former Park Board president and CIDNA resident Tom Nordyke challenged Haigh’s and Dayton’s characterizations of Park Board actions. “These concerns are not new at all — the Park Board started raising them six years ago when I served as president,” Nordyke said, “at the same time the Park Board lawyers first advised that under federal law, parkland may not be claimed if there is a feasible alternative.”\r\n\r\nHaigh “can claim dismay all she likes,” Nordyke continued. “However, the Park Board has been very clear for a very long time that it was not on board with the plan and that it had legal standing to challenge it. The Met Council has chosen to ignore, bully, and now vilify the Park Board instead of working with it to address legitimate concerns.\r\n\r\n“Regardless of one’s stand on the Kenilworth channel,” wrote Nordyke, noting that he lives near the channel and supports SWLRT, “the Met Council should have respected the Park Board’s rights and duty to the citizens of Minneapolis. The responsibility for the current SWLRT crisis is on the Met Council’s shoulders, not the Park Board’s.”\r\n\r\n<strong>Municipal consent/DEIS lawsuit</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Lakes and Parks Alliance lawsuit, which asserts that the Metropolitan Council violated state and federal environmental protection law when it put the Southwest project out for municipal consent without meeting EIS requirements, heads to hearings in February and March.\r\n\r\nLPA, a grassroots organization formed to protect the Minneapolis lakes and parks from environmental damage threatened by the SWLRT route, has asked in Minnesota Federal District Court for a summary judgment in the case. LPA contends that a summary judgment is warranted because the facts in the case are not in dispute and are a matter of public record.\r\n\r\nThe Met Council and the FTA have filed a motion to dismiss the LPA suit. The Met Council said in a statement when the LPA suit was filed that state legislation authorizing the project recognized that municipal consent to the preliminary design plans and the environmental review would run simultaneously. “The Legislature did not require or expect the environmental review to be complete before municipal consent,” the statement said. Once the Supplemental DEIS is published, it said, “anyone, including cities and the public, will have an opportunity to comment on the SDEIS.” And if substantial changes need to be made to the design of the project, the Met Council would have to seek further municipal consent.\r\n\r\nMany Minneapolis residents and officials, already mistrustful of a Met Council making promises and assurances on which it later reversed course or backtracked, did not find the statement reassuring.\r\n\r\nIf the court rules for the LPA, the SWLRT approvals obtained by the Met Council through the municipal consent process would become null and void. LPA would ask that the Met Council be ordered to pause the project while the EIS required by state and federal laws was completed and provided to the municipalities along the line in advance of a new consent process.\r\n\r\n“If the municipal consent process has any validity,” says LPA board member and Lowry Hill resident George Puzak, “it has to mean that municipal officials — and the public — are entitled to know the environmental impact of the proposed SWLRT before the officials are forced to vote on it.”\r\n\r\nThe nub of the LPA case is that key portions of the original DEIS were invalidated when the Met Council yielded to TC&amp;W’s demand to continue running freight through the Kenilworth. The DEIS was predicated on relocation, not colocation, and included no mention of tunnels or the impacts of freight bridges and traffic. SWLRT planners initially expected to complete a supplemental DEIS in the first quarter of 2014, in advance of the municipal consent votes, but did not do so. The supplemental DEIS is now anticipated during the first half of 2015.\r\n\r\nJudge John Tunheim has scheduled court hearings on Feb. 25 for the FTA’s and Met Council’s Motion to Dismiss and on March 9 for LPA’s Motion for Summary Judgment. Both hearings are open to the public and Hill and Lake residents are urged to attend. For updates on the case or to support LPA’s efforts, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lakesandparks.com/\">lakesandparks.com</a>&gt;.\r\n\r\n<strong>State funding</strong>\r\n\r\nThe funding formula for SWLRT has called for the FTA to pay 50 percent of the project’s cost, with the Counties Transit Improvement Board (CTIB) putting in 30 percent. CTIB was formed in 2008 by the Legislature to invest in metro-area transit projects through annual capital and operating grants, using primarily a quarter-cent sales tax collected in the five participating counties (Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington). (For more information on CTIB, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://mnrides.org/\">mnrides.org</a>&gt;.)\r\n\r\nThe formula also called on the state and Hennepin County to pay for 10 percent of the project, which has now escalated to $1.65 billion. The state has already appropriated $44 million. The remaining $121 million must be appropriated during the 2015 legislative session for the Met Council to make its crucial application to the FTA for final federal funding. The election in November of a tax- and transit-averse Republican majority in the House, however, has cast doubt on the likelihood of the appropriation.\r\n\r\nDuring last fall’s campaign legislative Republicans made opposition to rail transit a key plank of their transportation policy, and this month the two parties have put forward widely differing plans for transportation priorities and how to pay for them.\r\n\r\nAccording to <em>Twin Cities Business</em> executive editor and Kenwood resident Adam Platt, who has followed the SWLRT saga for years, Southwest and all future Twin Cities transit projects face in House Republicans a “formidable and inflexible foe.” Platt reports that the Met Council believes it has the bonding capacity to fund the state’s share of Southwest, but would prefer not to use it.\r\n\r\nSouthwest backers have said that the $121 million could come from sources other than the state. But given the pushback from non-Hennepin County CTIB commissioners over escalating SWLRT costs and the finite resources available to the Hennepin County Board — and Commissioner Jeff Johnson’s adamant and oft-stated opposition to SWLRT during his run for the governorship last fall — finding an additional $121 million will not be easy.\r\n\r\n<strong>Federal funding</strong>\r\n\r\nEven the federal government’s 50 percent share of Southwest’s costs is perhaps not guaranteed. The massive 2015 spending bill passed by Congress in December gives priority to transit projects requiring less than a 40 percent share. While the bill does not directly impact Southwest now, the <em>StarTribune</em> reports, it “could affect the project if similar criteria are applied to 2016 spending, when the much-debated line will need funding.”\r\n\r\nA 10 percent reduction in the federal contribution would require local sources to come up with yet another $165 million — or scale back the project significantly. Laura Baenen, Southwest project spokesperson, told the <em>StarTribune</em> it’s too early to draw any conclusions about future funding challenges. “To say what might happen after this [2015 budget] is beyond anyone’s knowledge,” she said. “It’s just speculating.”\r\n\r\nFormer U.S. Rep Martin Sabo, who represented the Minneapolis area in Congress for nearly 30 years, says he believes the 2015 budget language as well as other recent Republican attempts to restrict funding for New Starts programs, of which SWLRT is one, could prove to be major obstacles. “It’s a clear indication of the direction the Congress is going in,” he told the <em>StarTribune</em>. Funding handicappers should keep in mind that the Congress will be controlled in 2016 by the same Republicans who control it today — and that 2016 is an election year.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor updates on all these issues and to participate in SWLRT advocacy work, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lrtdoneright.org/\">lrtdoneright.org</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, December, 2014\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe two comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-51','','','2015-02-28 21:52:33','2015-03-01 03:52:33','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/02/28/46-revision-51/',0,'revision','',0),(1133,2,'2015-03-03 16:23:15','2015-03-03 22:23:15','<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe SWLRT Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strackosch from Kenwood is on the CAC. Her summary of the February meeting can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/CAC_Feb-24-2015-notes.docx\">CAC_Feb 24 2015 notes</a>\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong></p>\r\nBy Michael Wilson (published in January 2015 Hill and Lake Press)\r\n\r\nFunding and legal challenges to the Southwest LRT project, coming on top of the Minneapolis Park Board’s determination to study the feasibility and prudence of alternatives to the obtrusive bridges planned for the Kenilworth Channel, have led some frustrated state and Metropolitan Council officials to charge that the continued viability of the $1.65 billion project is being threatened.\r\n\r\nThe Park Board has become the current primary target of wrath from those who want the embattled project to proceed exactly as currently designed. But challenges also loom in the form of potential state and federal funding shortfalls in addition to a federal lawsuit by the Lakes and Parks Alliance asserting that the Met Council sought and obtained municipal consent for the project without completing a supplement to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).\r\n\r\nAlso apparent is mounting pushback from many outstate and metro-area officials and citizens  troubled with what they view as a disproportionate share of transportation dollars being allotted to just one part of a projected transit network while the need for increased transportation funding throughout the state has reached critical levels.\r\n\r\nAnd less palpable but no less real is the weariness and wariness that many are feeling — perhaps particularly those in our Hill and Lake neighborhoods — after two decades of misinformed decisions, broken promises and battles to try to get Southwest LRT done right.\r\n\r\n<strong>The Park Board and Section 4(f)</strong>\r\n\r\nWhen the DEIS for the Southwest LRT project was published in October 2012, relocation of freight rail from the Kenilworth Corridor to a new route in St. Louis Park was accepted as fact. In its response to the DEIS the Park Board expressed its concerns over the impacts that LRT would impose on the environmentally sensitive corridor and in particular on the Park Board-owned lakes and Kenilworth Channel, part of the historic Grand Rounds. Of special concern were the massive bridges that would be required to carry 220 LRT trains daily over the channel.\r\n\r\nConsternation soon followed when Twin Cities &amp; Western RR, operator of freight in the corridor, refused to give any serious consideration to relocating its trains from the Kenilworth Corridor, creating the specter of a rebuilt, enlarged freight bridge joining the LRT bridges.\r\n\r\nIn April 2013 the Southwest Project Office proposed six options for fitting freight, LRT, and recreational trails in the corridor. Two of those options involved putting LRT in either a deep-bore tunnel or two shallow cut-and-cover tunnels. The tunneling options were accepted as feasible — engineers can build anything you want, including Boston’s “Big Dig” and the English Channel tunnel. Paying for it is another matter, though, and in September 2013, concerned by total project costs that had by then climbed well past $1 billion, the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee voted to cease any further preliminary engineering work on the deep-bore tunnel option.\r\n\r\n<strong>Park Board’s ‘voice crying in the wilderness’</strong>\r\n\r\nThroughout 2013 and much of 2014 the Park Board continued to express grave misgivings over the potential adverse and irreparable visual, safety, noise, and aesthetic impacts posed by new LRT bridges and traffic. Despite the Park Board’s clout under Section 4(f) of the 1966 Department of Transportation Act, which allows the Secretary of Transportation to approve a highway project that uses publicly owned parkland or land from a historic site only if there is no “feasible and prudent alternative to the use of such land” and if the project includes “all possible planning to minimize harm,” Park Board commissioners felt that their concerns were being given short shrift by the Met Council and SWLRT planners.\r\n\r\nFinally on Oct. 1 the Park Board voted to allocate up to $500,000 to conduct their own feasibility and prudence study to inform their response to the promised Supplemental DEIS, their decision on signing off on the project to the Secretary of Transportation — and their option to sue the Met Council and the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) over the matter.\r\n\r\nAn already unhappy Met Council was even less pleased when on Nov. 19 the Park Board awarded a $245,000 contract to Brierley Associates for the first phase of a two-part study to evaluate the feasibility of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel.\r\n\r\nAt its Jan. 7 and 16 meetings the Park Board heard positive feasibility results on two tunneling options studied by Brierley. A cut-and-cover tunnel option, which would involve shutting down the channel during construction, was already familiar to most listeners. A less-familiar technique called a “jacked box” tunnel generated significant interest.\r\n\r\nAccording to the Federal Highway Administration Technical Manual, “jacked box tunneling is a unique tunneling method for constructing shallow rectangular road tunnels beneath critical facilities . . . without disruption of the services provided by those surface facilities or having to relocate them temporarily to accommodate open excavations for cut and cover construction.” Jacked box tunneling had mostly been used outside the U.S., according to the FHA, until it was successfully applied to the construction of three short tunnels beneath a network of rail tracks at South Station in downtown Boston as part of the “Big Dig” project.\r\n\r\nAlso at its Jan. 7 meeting the Park Board approved a resolution to engage Brierley to complete the second, or prudence,” phase of the engineering study.\r\n\r\n<strong>Haigh, Dayton denounce Park Board actions</strong>\r\n\r\nWelcomed at the Jan. 7 meeting were SWLRT officials Mark Fuhrmann and Jim Alexander — the first time, Commissioner John Erwin pointed out, that Southwest staff or Met Council officials have ever attended a Park Board meeting. Their presence was in marked contrast to a letter sent earlier in the day to Board President Liz Wielinski from an exasperated Susan Haigh, outgoing chair of the Met Council.\r\n\r\nHaigh said she read the Park Board’s letter to the FTA regarding the Southwest LRT project “with great dismay and frustration” and excoriated the Board for “disregard[ing]” over two years of efforts by the Met Council to “consult and collaborate.” She characterized the Park Board’s initiative to obtain feasibility and prudence information on alternatives to LRT bridges over the channel — information the Park Board says it has sought but has been denied — as mere “attempts to delay” the SWLRT project.\r\n\r\nHaigh said that “neither I, nor the Governor, will support increasing the project budget” to accommodate anything other than the bridges already proposed. She also “strongly discourage[d] the Park Board from proceeding down a path toward litigation.”\r\n\r\nCommissioner Jon Olson countered that “this hasn’t been a two-way street at working together.” “We’re not here to make them happy,” he said. “We’re here to preserve out park system.” He reminded commissioners that on all too many past projects transportation planners have sought to take the “cheap and easy alternative” of parkland.\r\n\r\nGeneral Counsel Byron Rice affirmed the Park Board’s determination to move forward with its study of alternatives, saying that as SWLRT engineering approaches and passes the 30 percent point the Park Board’s “chance to exert [its] 4(f) influence may be lost.” “Make the FTA aware of your concerns,” he advised, “because ultimately the Park Board has to sign off” on the project.\r\n\r\nThe following day <em>StarTribune</em> readers were greeted by an remarkable page-one banner headline: “Dayton sees viability of Southwest LRT in doubt.” “Prospects are dimming this year” for the project, the story began, “as stronger opposition at the State Capitol is added to a lawsuit by residents opposed to the line and other potential delays.” Dayton was said to be “wondering if there’s enough support to push through the most expensive transportation project in state history.”\r\n\r\nAccording to the transcript of a December interview provided by the governor’s office, Dayton said that the Southwest project is “so bogged down now that I don’t know whether it’s going to be viable or not. I think the people who want to clog up the process have in mind to have this fall apart, and they may get their way.”\r\n\r\nIn a Jan. 8 letter to the <em>StarTribune</em> former Park Board president and CIDNA resident Tom Nordyke challenged Haigh’s and Dayton’s characterizations of Park Board actions. “These concerns are not new at all — the Park Board started raising them six years ago when I served as president,” Nordyke said, “at the same time the Park Board lawyers first advised that under federal law, parkland may not be claimed if there is a feasible alternative.”\r\n\r\nHaigh “can claim dismay all she likes,” Nordyke continued. “However, the Park Board has been very clear for a very long time that it was not on board with the plan and that it had legal standing to challenge it. The Met Council has chosen to ignore, bully, and now vilify the Park Board instead of working with it to address legitimate concerns.\r\n\r\n“Regardless of one’s stand on the Kenilworth channel,” wrote Nordyke, noting that he lives near the channel and supports SWLRT, “the Met Council should have respected the Park Board’s rights and duty to the citizens of Minneapolis. The responsibility for the current SWLRT crisis is on the Met Council’s shoulders, not the Park Board’s.”\r\n\r\n<strong>Municipal consent/DEIS lawsuit</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Lakes and Parks Alliance lawsuit, which asserts that the Metropolitan Council violated state and federal environmental protection law when it put the Southwest project out for municipal consent without meeting EIS requirements, heads to hearings in February and March.\r\n\r\nLPA, a grassroots organization formed to protect the Minneapolis lakes and parks from environmental damage threatened by the SWLRT route, has asked in Minnesota Federal District Court for a summary judgment in the case. LPA contends that a summary judgment is warranted because the facts in the case are not in dispute and are a matter of public record.\r\n\r\nThe Met Council and the FTA have filed a motion to dismiss the LPA suit. The Met Council said in a statement when the LPA suit was filed that state legislation authorizing the project recognized that municipal consent to the preliminary design plans and the environmental review would run simultaneously. “The Legislature did not require or expect the environmental review to be complete before municipal consent,” the statement said. Once the Supplemental DEIS is published, it said, “anyone, including cities and the public, will have an opportunity to comment on the SDEIS.” And if substantial changes need to be made to the design of the project, the Met Council would have to seek further municipal consent.\r\n\r\nMany Minneapolis residents and officials, already mistrustful of a Met Council making promises and assurances on which it later reversed course or backtracked, did not find the statement reassuring.\r\n\r\nIf the court rules for the LPA, the SWLRT approvals obtained by the Met Council through the municipal consent process would become null and void. LPA would ask that the Met Council be ordered to pause the project while the EIS required by state and federal laws was completed and provided to the municipalities along the line in advance of a new consent process.\r\n\r\n“If the municipal consent process has any validity,” says LPA board member and Lowry Hill resident George Puzak, “it has to mean that municipal officials — and the public — are entitled to know the environmental impact of the proposed SWLRT before the officials are forced to vote on it.”\r\n\r\nThe nub of the LPA case is that key portions of the original DEIS were invalidated when the Met Council yielded to TC&amp;W’s demand to continue running freight through the Kenilworth. The DEIS was predicated on relocation, not colocation, and included no mention of tunnels or the impacts of freight bridges and traffic. SWLRT planners initially expected to complete a supplemental DEIS in the first quarter of 2014, in advance of the municipal consent votes, but did not do so. The supplemental DEIS is now anticipated during the first half of 2015.\r\n\r\nJudge John Tunheim has scheduled court hearings on Feb. 25 for the FTA’s and Met Council’s Motion to Dismiss and on March 9 for LPA’s Motion for Summary Judgment. Both hearings are open to the public and Hill and Lake residents are urged to attend. For updates on the case or to support LPA’s efforts, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lakesandparks.com/\">lakesandparks.com</a>&gt;.\r\n\r\n<strong>State funding</strong>\r\n\r\nThe funding formula for SWLRT has called for the FTA to pay 50 percent of the project’s cost, with the Counties Transit Improvement Board (CTIB) putting in 30 percent. CTIB was formed in 2008 by the Legislature to invest in metro-area transit projects through annual capital and operating grants, using primarily a quarter-cent sales tax collected in the five participating counties (Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington). (For more information on CTIB, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://mnrides.org/\">mnrides.org</a>&gt;.)\r\n\r\nThe formula also called on the state and Hennepin County to pay for 10 percent of the project, which has now escalated to $1.65 billion. The state has already appropriated $44 million. The remaining $121 million must be appropriated during the 2015 legislative session for the Met Council to make its crucial application to the FTA for final federal funding. The election in November of a tax- and transit-averse Republican majority in the House, however, has cast doubt on the likelihood of the appropriation.\r\n\r\nDuring last fall’s campaign legislative Republicans made opposition to rail transit a key plank of their transportation policy, and this month the two parties have put forward widely differing plans for transportation priorities and how to pay for them.\r\n\r\nAccording to <em>Twin Cities Business</em> executive editor and Kenwood resident Adam Platt, who has followed the SWLRT saga for years, Southwest and all future Twin Cities transit projects face in House Republicans a “formidable and inflexible foe.” Platt reports that the Met Council believes it has the bonding capacity to fund the state’s share of Southwest, but would prefer not to use it.\r\n\r\nSouthwest backers have said that the $121 million could come from sources other than the state. But given the pushback from non-Hennepin County CTIB commissioners over escalating SWLRT costs and the finite resources available to the Hennepin County Board — and Commissioner Jeff Johnson’s adamant and oft-stated opposition to SWLRT during his run for the governorship last fall — finding an additional $121 million will not be easy.\r\n\r\n<strong>Federal funding</strong>\r\n\r\nEven the federal government’s 50 percent share of Southwest’s costs is perhaps not guaranteed. The massive 2015 spending bill passed by Congress in December gives priority to transit projects requiring less than a 40 percent share. While the bill does not directly impact Southwest now, the <em>StarTribune</em> reports, it “could affect the project if similar criteria are applied to 2016 spending, when the much-debated line will need funding.”\r\n\r\nA 10 percent reduction in the federal contribution would require local sources to come up with yet another $165 million — or scale back the project significantly. Laura Baenen, Southwest project spokesperson, told the <em>StarTribune</em> it’s too early to draw any conclusions about future funding challenges. “To say what might happen after this [2015 budget] is beyond anyone’s knowledge,” she said. “It’s just speculating.”\r\n\r\nFormer U.S. Rep Martin Sabo, who represented the Minneapolis area in Congress for nearly 30 years, says he believes the 2015 budget language as well as other recent Republican attempts to restrict funding for New Starts programs, of which SWLRT is one, could prove to be major obstacles. “It’s a clear indication of the direction the Congress is going in,” he told the <em>StarTribune</em>. Funding handicappers should keep in mind that the Congress will be controlled in 2016 by the same Republicans who control it today — and that 2016 is an election year.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor updates on all these issues and to participate in SWLRT advocacy work, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lrtdoneright.org/\">lrtdoneright.org</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe three comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-56','','','2015-03-03 16:23:15','2015-03-03 22:23:15','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/03/03/46-revision-56/',0,'revision','',0),(1138,2,'2015-03-05 11:41:20','2015-03-05 17:41:20','<strong>Southwest LRT Update         </strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects, at their meeting on:\r\n\r\n<strong>Wednesday, March 4</strong>\r\nMeeting begins at 5:00 p.m.\r\nOpen Time is 5:30 p.m.*\r\nMinneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board\r\n2117 West River Road N  <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcf_ppbG7-9cYjhQtnetrbWTohGFyNG3AzibZtesYx6jrPVhYVYi_GbCgyY4b3ln6Ez3xbedkmAWFBwwvZBYz39m1Ac1zk2jIaHQ6gtSsKU8_7AnAMe4p7NfsRRUP3FV7ZBnuNCvy_spUyDp8ouRJZyIP5BRl_xD68_3egXJ5kFH5Db0GlPDWSeov6gPE3vExrUindhInRrW-EWKOVRXdQ-ZrmYwPhI7rsoVW7VBVy8Dp9qnCmNikX6qe5Orqim9bkIszVJiv35QZZJRauPzWpg1TQCV8Yk4OLs9rrtjCJDcKeaLIys_j6NI6vem69H49Hk9bsFQ1TgIe38OVvWQw3_dSTUoVUC2pnimA7VEkkMGdjPHsavUox93fy78fdGZxV9YU5JYTuqhIcDWYbL0KxboAABeUSUxUF7ZoLY_jYA28jZzjG6FN1LCm-_6xrmpLbtz3qCQ8k0mQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Map</a>\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners will be voting on the following resolution:\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n\r\n* Persons wishing to speak can call in before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting by calling 612-230-6400 to be placed on the agenda or can sign up at the Board meeting prior to the start of \"Open Time\". As stated in Board Rules \"Open Time\" shall not exceed a total of 15 minutes with up to three minutes allowed for citizen testimony, with the time limit to be allotted by the President.\r\n\r\n<strong>**Contact information for Commissioners:</strong>\r\n\r\nLiz Wielinski\r\nCommissioner District 1, President\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 1\r\n<a href=\"mailto:LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nJon Olson\r\nCommissioner District 2\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 2\r\n<a href=\"mailto:JOlson@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">JOlson@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nScott Vreeland\r\nCommissioner District 3\r\n612-721-7892\r\n<a href=\"mailto:SVreeland@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">SVreeland@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nAnita Tabb\r\nCommissioner District 4\r\n612-230-6443 Ext. 4\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ATabb@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">ATabb@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nSteffanie Musich\r\nCommissioner District 5\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 5\r\n<a href=\"mailto:SMusich@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">SMusich@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nBrad Bourn\r\nCommissioner District 6\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 6\r\n<a href=\"mailto:BBourn@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">BBourn@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nJohn Erwin\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 7\r\n<a href=\"mailto:JErwin@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">JErwin@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nMeg Forney\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 8\r\n<a href=\"mailto:MForney@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">MForney@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nM. Annie Young\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 9\r\n<a href=\"mailto:AYoung@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">AYoung@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe SWLRT Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC. Her summary of the February meeting can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/CAC_Feb-24-2015-notes.docx\">CAC_Feb 24 2015 notes</a>\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong></p>\r\n By Michael Wilson\r\n\r\nFunding and legal challenges to the Southwest LRT project, coming on top of the Minneapolis Park Board’s determination to study the feasibility and prudence of alternatives to the obtrusive bridges planned for the Kenilworth Channel, have led some frustrated state and Metropolitan Council officials to charge that the continued viability of the $1.65 billion project is being threatened.\r\n\r\nThe Park Board has become the current primary target of wrath from those who want the embattled project to proceed exactly as currently designed. But challenges also loom in the form of potential state and federal funding shortfalls in addition to a federal lawsuit by the Lakes and Parks Alliance asserting that the Met Council sought and obtained municipal consent for the project without completing a supplement to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).\r\n\r\nAlso apparent is mounting pushback from many outstate and metro-area officials and citizens  troubled with what they view as a disproportionate share of transportation dollars being allotted to just one part of a projected transit network while the need for increased transportation funding throughout the state has reached critical levels.\r\n\r\nAnd less palpable but no less real is the weariness and wariness that many are feeling — perhaps particularly those in our Hill and Lake neighborhoods — after two decades of misinformed decisions, broken promises and battles to try to get Southwest LRT done right.\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>The Park Board and Section 4(f)</strong></p>\r\n When the DEIS for the Southwest LRT project was published in October 2012, relocation of freight rail from the Kenilworth Corridor to a new route in St. Louis Park was accepted as fact. In its response to the DEIS the Park Board expressed its concerns over the impacts that LRT would impose on the environmentally sensitive corridor and in particular on the Park Board-owned lakes and Kenilworth Channel, part of the historic Grand Rounds. Of special concern were the massive bridges that would be required to carry 220 LRT trains daily over the channel.\r\n\r\nConsternation soon followed when Twin Cities &amp; Western RR, operator of freight in the corridor, refused to give any serious consideration to relocating its trains from the Kenilworth Corridor, creating the specter of a rebuilt, enlarged freight bridge joining the LRT bridges.\r\n\r\nIn April 2013 the Southwest Project Office proposed six options for fitting freight, LRT, and recreational trails in the corridor. Two of those options involved putting LRT in either a deep-bore tunnel or two shallow cut-and-cover tunnels. The tunneling options were accepted as feasible — engineers can build anything you want, including Boston’s “Big Dig” and the English Channel tunnel. Paying for it is another matter, though, and in September 2013, concerned by total project costs that had by then climbed well past $1 billion, the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee voted to cease any further preliminary engineering work on the deep-bore tunnel option.\r\n\r\n<strong>Park Board’s ‘voice crying in the wilderness’</strong>\r\n\r\nThroughout 2013 and much of 2014 the Park Board continued to express grave misgivings over the potential adverse and irreparable visual, safety, noise, and aesthetic impacts posed by new LRT bridges and traffic. Despite the Park Board’s clout under Section 4(f) of the 1966 Department of Transportation Act, which allows the Secretary of Transportation to approve a highway project that uses publicly owned parkland or land from a historic site only if there is no “feasible and prudent alternative to the use of such land” and if the project includes “all possible planning to minimize harm,” Park Board commissioners felt that their concerns were being given short shrift by the Met Council and SWLRT planners.\r\n\r\nFinally on Oct. 1 the Park Board voted to allocate up to $500,000 to conduct their own feasibility and prudence study to inform their response to the promised Supplemental DEIS, their decision on signing off on the project to the Secretary of Transportation — and their option to sue the Met Council and the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) over the matter.\r\n\r\nAn already unhappy Met Council was even less pleased when on Nov. 19 the Park Board awarded a $245,000 contract to Brierley Associates for the first phase of a two-part study to evaluate the feasibility of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel.\r\n\r\nAt its Jan. 7 and 16 meetings the Park Board heard positive feasibility results on two tunneling options studied by Brierley. A cut-and-cover tunnel option, which would involve shutting down the channel during construction, was already familiar to most listeners. A less-familiar technique called a “jacked box” tunnel generated significant interest.\r\n\r\nAccording to the Federal Highway Administration Technical Manual, “jacked box tunneling is a unique tunneling method for constructing shallow rectangular road tunnels beneath critical facilities . . . without disruption of the services provided by those surface facilities or having to relocate them temporarily to accommodate open excavations for cut and cover construction.” Jacked box tunneling had mostly been used outside the U.S., according to the FHA, until it was successfully applied to the construction of three short tunnels beneath a network of rail tracks at South Station in downtown Boston as part of the “Big Dig” project.\r\n\r\nAlso at its Jan. 7 meeting the Park Board approved a resolution to engage Brierley to complete the second, or prudence,” phase of the engineering study.\r\n\r\n<strong>Haigh, Dayton denounce Park Board actions</strong>\r\n\r\nWelcomed at the Jan. 7 meeting were SWLRT officials Mark Fuhrmann and Jim Alexander — the first time, Commissioner John Erwin pointed out, that Southwest staff or Met Council officials have ever attended a Park Board meeting. Their presence was in marked contrast to a letter sent earlier in the day to Board President Liz Wielinski from an exasperated Susan Haigh, outgoing chair of the Met Council.\r\n\r\nHaigh said she read the Park Board’s letter to the FTA regarding the Southwest LRT project “with great dismay and frustration” and excoriated the Board for “disregard[ing]” over two years of efforts by the Met Council to “consult and collaborate.” She characterized the Park Board’s initiative to obtain feasibility and prudence information on alternatives to LRT bridges over the channel — information the Park Board says it has sought but has been denied — as mere “attempts to delay” the SWLRT project.\r\n\r\nHaigh said that “neither I, nor the Governor, will support increasing the project budget” to accommodate anything other than the bridges already proposed. She also “strongly discourage[d] the Park Board from proceeding down a path toward litigation.”\r\n\r\nCommissioner Jon Olson countered that “this hasn’t been a two-way street at working together.” “We’re not here to make them happy,” he said. “We’re here to preserve out park system.” He reminded commissioners that on all too many past projects transportation planners have sought to take the “cheap and easy alternative” of parkland.\r\n\r\nGeneral Counsel Byron Rice affirmed the Park Board’s determination to move forward with its study of alternatives, saying that as SWLRT engineering approaches and passes the 30 percent point the Park Board’s “chance to exert [its] 4(f) influence may be lost.” “Make the FTA aware of your concerns,” he advised, “because ultimately the Park Board has to sign off” on the project.\r\n\r\nThe following day <em>StarTribune</em> readers were greeted by an remarkable page-one banner headline: “Dayton sees viability of Southwest LRT in doubt.” “Prospects are dimming this year” for the project, the story began, “as stronger opposition at the State Capitol is added to a lawsuit by residents opposed to the line and other potential delays.” Dayton was said to be “wondering if there’s enough support to push through the most expensive transportation project in state history.”\r\n\r\nAccording to the transcript of a December interview provided by the governor’s office, Dayton said that the Southwest project is “so bogged down now that I don’t know whether it’s going to be viable or not. I think the people who want to clog up the process have in mind to have this fall apart, and they may get their way.”\r\n\r\nIn a Jan. 8 letter to the <em>StarTribune</em> former Park Board president and CIDNA resident Tom Nordyke challenged Haigh’s and Dayton’s characterizations of Park Board actions. “These concerns are not new at all — the Park Board started raising them six years ago when I served as president,” Nordyke said, “at the same time the Park Board lawyers first advised that under federal law, parkland may not be claimed if there is a feasible alternative.”\r\n\r\nHaigh “can claim dismay all she likes,” Nordyke continued. “However, the Park Board has been very clear for a very long time that it was not on board with the plan and that it had legal standing to challenge it. The Met Council has chosen to ignore, bully, and now vilify the Park Board instead of working with it to address legitimate concerns.\r\n\r\n“Regardless of one’s stand on the Kenilworth channel,” wrote Nordyke, noting that he lives near the channel and supports SWLRT, “the Met Council should have respected the Park Board’s rights and duty to the citizens of Minneapolis. The responsibility for the current SWLRT crisis is on the Met Council’s shoulders, not the Park Board’s.”\r\n\r\n<strong>Municipal consent/DEIS lawsuit</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Lakes and Parks Alliance lawsuit, which asserts that the Metropolitan Council violated state and federal environmental protection law when it put the Southwest project out for municipal consent without meeting EIS requirements, heads to hearings in February and March.\r\n\r\nLPA, a grassroots organization formed to protect the Minneapolis lakes and parks from environmental damage threatened by the SWLRT route, has asked in Minnesota Federal District Court for a summary judgment in the case. LPA contends that a summary judgment is warranted because the facts in the case are not in dispute and are a matter of public record.\r\n\r\nThe Met Council and the FTA have filed a motion to dismiss the LPA suit. The Met Council said in a statement when the LPA suit was filed that state legislation authorizing the project recognized that municipal consent to the preliminary design plans and the environmental review would run simultaneously. “The Legislature did not require or expect the environmental review to be complete before municipal consent,” the statement said. Once the Supplemental DEIS is published, it said, “anyone, including cities and the public, will have an opportunity to comment on the SDEIS.” And if substantial changes need to be made to the design of the project, the Met Council would have to seek further municipal consent.\r\n\r\nMany Minneapolis residents and officials, already mistrustful of a Met Council making promises and assurances on which it later reversed course or backtracked, did not find the statement reassuring.\r\n\r\nIf the court rules for the LPA, the SWLRT approvals obtained by the Met Council through the municipal consent process would become null and void. LPA would ask that the Met Council be ordered to pause the project while the EIS required by state and federal laws was completed and provided to the municipalities along the line in advance of a new consent process.\r\n\r\n“If the municipal consent process has any validity,” says LPA board member and Lowry Hill resident George Puzak, “it has to mean that municipal officials — and the public — are entitled to know the environmental impact of the proposed SWLRT before the officials are forced to vote on it.”\r\n\r\nThe nub of the LPA case is that key portions of the original DEIS were invalidated when the Met Council yielded to TC&amp;W’s demand to continue running freight through the Kenilworth. The DEIS was predicated on relocation, not colocation, and included no mention of tunnels or the impacts of freight bridges and traffic. SWLRT planners initially expected to complete a supplemental DEIS in the first quarter of 2014, in advance of the municipal consent votes, but did not do so. The supplemental DEIS is now anticipated during the first half of 2015.\r\n\r\nJudge John Tunheim has scheduled court hearings on Feb. 25 for the FTA’s and Met Council’s Motion to Dismiss and on March 9 for LPA’s Motion for Summary Judgment. Both hearings are open to the public and Hill and Lake residents are urged to attend. For updates on the case or to support LPA’s efforts, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lakesandparks.com/\">lakesandparks.com</a>&gt;.\r\n\r\n<strong>State funding</strong>\r\n\r\nThe funding formula for SWLRT has called for the FTA to pay 50 percent of the project’s cost, with the Counties Transit Improvement Board (CTIB) putting in 30 percent. CTIB was formed in 2008 by the Legislature to invest in metro-area transit projects through annual capital and operating grants, using primarily a quarter-cent sales tax collected in the five participating counties (Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington). (For more information on CTIB, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://mnrides.org/\">mnrides.org</a>&gt;.)\r\n\r\nThe formula also called on the state and Hennepin County to pay for 10 percent of the project, which has now escalated to $1.65 billion. The state has already appropriated $44 million. The remaining $121 million must be appropriated during the 2015 legislative session for the Met Council to make its crucial application to the FTA for final federal funding. The election in November of a tax- and transit-averse Republican majority in the House, however, has cast doubt on the likelihood of the appropriation.\r\n\r\nDuring last fall’s campaign legislative Republicans made opposition to rail transit a key plank of their transportation policy, and this month the two parties have put forward widely differing plans for transportation priorities and how to pay for them.\r\n\r\nAccording to <em>Twin Cities Business</em> executive editor and Kenwood resident Adam Platt, who has followed the SWLRT saga for years, Southwest and all future Twin Cities transit projects face in House Republicans a “formidable and inflexible foe.” Platt reports that the Met Council believes it has the bonding capacity to fund the state’s share of Southwest, but would prefer not to use it.\r\n\r\nSouthwest backers have said that the $121 million could come from sources other than the state. But given the pushback from non-Hennepin County CTIB commissioners over escalating SWLRT costs and the finite resources available to the Hennepin County Board — and Commissioner Jeff Johnson’s adamant and oft-stated opposition to SWLRT during his run for the governorship last fall — finding an additional $121 million will not be easy.\r\n\r\n<strong>Federal funding</strong>\r\n\r\nEven the federal government’s 50 percent share of Southwest’s costs is perhaps not guaranteed. The massive 2015 spending bill passed by Congress in December gives priority to transit projects requiring less than a 40 percent share. While the bill does not directly impact Southwest now, the <em>StarTribune</em> reports, it “could affect the project if similar criteria are applied to 2016 spending, when the much-debated line will need funding.”\r\n\r\nA 10 percent reduction in the federal contribution would require local sources to come up with yet another $165 million — or scale back the project significantly. Laura Baenen, Southwest project spokesperson, told the <em>StarTribune</em> it’s too early to draw any conclusions about future funding challenges. “To say what might happen after this [2015 budget] is beyond anyone’s knowledge,” she said. “It’s just speculating.”\r\n\r\nFormer U.S. Rep Martin Sabo, who represented the Minneapolis area in Congress for nearly 30 years, says he believes the 2015 budget language as well as other recent Republican attempts to restrict funding for New Starts programs, of which SWLRT is one, could prove to be major obstacles. “It’s a clear indication of the direction the Congress is going in,” he told the <em>StarTribune</em>. Funding handicappers should keep in mind that the Congress will be controlled in 2016 by the same Republicans who control it today — and that 2016 is an election year.\r\n\r\nFor updates on all these issues and to participate in SWLRT advocacy work, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lrtdoneright.org/\">lrtdoneright.org</a>&gt;.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe three comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-61','','','2015-03-05 11:41:20','2015-03-05 17:41:20','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/03/05/46-revision-61/',0,'revision','',0),(1134,2,'2015-03-03 16:46:36','2015-03-03 22:46:36','<strong>Southwest LRT Update         </strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects, at their meeting on:\r\n\r\n<strong>Wednesday, March 4</strong>\r\nMeeting begins at 5:00 p.m.\r\nOpen Time is 5:30 p.m.*\r\nMinneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board\r\n2117 West River Road N  <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcf_ppbG7-9cYjhQtnetrbWTohGFyNG3AzibZtesYx6jrPVhYVYi_GbCgyY4b3ln6Ez3xbedkmAWFBwwvZBYz39m1Ac1zk2jIaHQ6gtSsKU8_7AnAMe4p7NfsRRUP3FV7ZBnuNCvy_spUyDp8ouRJZyIP5BRl_xD68_3egXJ5kFH5Db0GlPDWSeov6gPE3vExrUindhInRrW-EWKOVRXdQ-ZrmYwPhI7rsoVW7VBVy8Dp9qnCmNikX6qe5Orqim9bkIszVJiv35QZZJRauPzWpg1TQCV8Yk4OLs9rrtjCJDcKeaLIys_j6NI6vem69H49Hk9bsFQ1TgIe38OVvWQw3_dSTUoVUC2pnimA7VEkkMGdjPHsavUox93fy78fdGZxV9YU5JYTuqhIcDWYbL0KxboAABeUSUxUF7ZoLY_jYA28jZzjG6FN1LCm-_6xrmpLbtz3qCQ8k0mQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Map</a>\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners will be voting on the following resolution:\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n\r\n* Persons wishing to speak can call in before 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting by calling 612-230-6400 to be placed on the agenda or can sign up at the Board meeting prior to the start of \"Open Time\". As stated in Board Rules \"Open Time\" shall not exceed a total of 15 minutes with up to three minutes allowed for citizen testimony, with the time limit to be allotted by the President.\r\n\r\n<strong>**Contact information for Commissioners:</strong>\r\n\r\nLiz Wielinski\r\nCommissioner District 1, President\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 1\r\n<a href=\"mailto:LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">LWielinski@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nJon Olson\r\nCommissioner District 2\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 2\r\n<a href=\"mailto:JOlson@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">JOlson@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nScott Vreeland\r\nCommissioner District 3\r\n612-721-7892\r\n<a href=\"mailto:SVreeland@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">SVreeland@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nAnita Tabb\r\nCommissioner District 4\r\n612-230-6443 Ext. 4\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ATabb@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">ATabb@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nSteffanie Musich\r\nCommissioner District 5\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 5\r\n<a href=\"mailto:SMusich@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">SMusich@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nBrad Bourn\r\nCommissioner District 6\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 6\r\n<a href=\"mailto:BBourn@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">BBourn@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nJohn Erwin\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 7\r\n<a href=\"mailto:JErwin@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">JErwin@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nMeg Forney\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 8\r\n<a href=\"mailto:MForney@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">MForney@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\nM. Annie Young\r\nCommissioner At Large\r\n612-230-6443, Ext. 9\r\n<a href=\"mailto:AYoung@minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">AYoung@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe SWLRT Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strackosch from Kenwood is on the CAC. Her summary of the February meeting can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/CAC_Feb-24-2015-notes.docx\">CAC_Feb 24 2015 notes</a>\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong></p>\r\nBy Michael Wilson (published in January 2015 Hill and Lake Press)\r\n\r\nFunding and legal challenges to the Southwest LRT project, coming on top of the Minneapolis Park Board’s determination to study the feasibility and prudence of alternatives to the obtrusive bridges planned for the Kenilworth Channel, have led some frustrated state and Metropolitan Council officials to charge that the continued viability of the $1.65 billion project is being threatened.\r\n\r\nThe Park Board has become the current primary target of wrath from those who want the embattled project to proceed exactly as currently designed. But challenges also loom in the form of potential state and federal funding shortfalls in addition to a federal lawsuit by the Lakes and Parks Alliance asserting that the Met Council sought and obtained municipal consent for the project without completing a supplement to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).\r\n\r\nAlso apparent is mounting pushback from many outstate and metro-area officials and citizens  troubled with what they view as a disproportionate share of transportation dollars being allotted to just one part of a projected transit network while the need for increased transportation funding throughout the state has reached critical levels.\r\n\r\nAnd less palpable but no less real is the weariness and wariness that many are feeling — perhaps particularly those in our Hill and Lake neighborhoods — after two decades of misinformed decisions, broken promises and battles to try to get Southwest LRT done right.\r\n\r\n<strong>The Park Board and Section 4(f)</strong>\r\n\r\nWhen the DEIS for the Southwest LRT project was published in October 2012, relocation of freight rail from the Kenilworth Corridor to a new route in St. Louis Park was accepted as fact. In its response to the DEIS the Park Board expressed its concerns over the impacts that LRT would impose on the environmentally sensitive corridor and in particular on the Park Board-owned lakes and Kenilworth Channel, part of the historic Grand Rounds. Of special concern were the massive bridges that would be required to carry 220 LRT trains daily over the channel.\r\n\r\nConsternation soon followed when Twin Cities &amp; Western RR, operator of freight in the corridor, refused to give any serious consideration to relocating its trains from the Kenilworth Corridor, creating the specter of a rebuilt, enlarged freight bridge joining the LRT bridges.\r\n\r\nIn April 2013 the Southwest Project Office proposed six options for fitting freight, LRT, and recreational trails in the corridor. Two of those options involved putting LRT in either a deep-bore tunnel or two shallow cut-and-cover tunnels. The tunneling options were accepted as feasible — engineers can build anything you want, including Boston’s “Big Dig” and the English Channel tunnel. Paying for it is another matter, though, and in September 2013, concerned by total project costs that had by then climbed well past $1 billion, the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee voted to cease any further preliminary engineering work on the deep-bore tunnel option.\r\n\r\n<strong>Park Board’s ‘voice crying in the wilderness’</strong>\r\n\r\nThroughout 2013 and much of 2014 the Park Board continued to express grave misgivings over the potential adverse and irreparable visual, safety, noise, and aesthetic impacts posed by new LRT bridges and traffic. Despite the Park Board’s clout under Section 4(f) of the 1966 Department of Transportation Act, which allows the Secretary of Transportation to approve a highway project that uses publicly owned parkland or land from a historic site only if there is no “feasible and prudent alternative to the use of such land” and if the project includes “all possible planning to minimize harm,” Park Board commissioners felt that their concerns were being given short shrift by the Met Council and SWLRT planners.\r\n\r\nFinally on Oct. 1 the Park Board voted to allocate up to $500,000 to conduct their own feasibility and prudence study to inform their response to the promised Supplemental DEIS, their decision on signing off on the project to the Secretary of Transportation — and their option to sue the Met Council and the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) over the matter.\r\n\r\nAn already unhappy Met Council was even less pleased when on Nov. 19 the Park Board awarded a $245,000 contract to Brierley Associates for the first phase of a two-part study to evaluate the feasibility of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel.\r\n\r\nAt its Jan. 7 and 16 meetings the Park Board heard positive feasibility results on two tunneling options studied by Brierley. A cut-and-cover tunnel option, which would involve shutting down the channel during construction, was already familiar to most listeners. A less-familiar technique called a “jacked box” tunnel generated significant interest.\r\n\r\nAccording to the Federal Highway Administration Technical Manual, “jacked box tunneling is a unique tunneling method for constructing shallow rectangular road tunnels beneath critical facilities . . . without disruption of the services provided by those surface facilities or having to relocate them temporarily to accommodate open excavations for cut and cover construction.” Jacked box tunneling had mostly been used outside the U.S., according to the FHA, until it was successfully applied to the construction of three short tunnels beneath a network of rail tracks at South Station in downtown Boston as part of the “Big Dig” project.\r\n\r\nAlso at its Jan. 7 meeting the Park Board approved a resolution to engage Brierley to complete the second, or prudence,” phase of the engineering study.\r\n\r\n<strong>Haigh, Dayton denounce Park Board actions</strong>\r\n\r\nWelcomed at the Jan. 7 meeting were SWLRT officials Mark Fuhrmann and Jim Alexander — the first time, Commissioner John Erwin pointed out, that Southwest staff or Met Council officials have ever attended a Park Board meeting. Their presence was in marked contrast to a letter sent earlier in the day to Board President Liz Wielinski from an exasperated Susan Haigh, outgoing chair of the Met Council.\r\n\r\nHaigh said she read the Park Board’s letter to the FTA regarding the Southwest LRT project “with great dismay and frustration” and excoriated the Board for “disregard[ing]” over two years of efforts by the Met Council to “consult and collaborate.” She characterized the Park Board’s initiative to obtain feasibility and prudence information on alternatives to LRT bridges over the channel — information the Park Board says it has sought but has been denied — as mere “attempts to delay” the SWLRT project.\r\n\r\nHaigh said that “neither I, nor the Governor, will support increasing the project budget” to accommodate anything other than the bridges already proposed. She also “strongly discourage[d] the Park Board from proceeding down a path toward litigation.”\r\n\r\nCommissioner Jon Olson countered that “this hasn’t been a two-way street at working together.” “We’re not here to make them happy,” he said. “We’re here to preserve out park system.” He reminded commissioners that on all too many past projects transportation planners have sought to take the “cheap and easy alternative” of parkland.\r\n\r\nGeneral Counsel Byron Rice affirmed the Park Board’s determination to move forward with its study of alternatives, saying that as SWLRT engineering approaches and passes the 30 percent point the Park Board’s “chance to exert [its] 4(f) influence may be lost.” “Make the FTA aware of your concerns,” he advised, “because ultimately the Park Board has to sign off” on the project.\r\n\r\nThe following day <em>StarTribune</em> readers were greeted by an remarkable page-one banner headline: “Dayton sees viability of Southwest LRT in doubt.” “Prospects are dimming this year” for the project, the story began, “as stronger opposition at the State Capitol is added to a lawsuit by residents opposed to the line and other potential delays.” Dayton was said to be “wondering if there’s enough support to push through the most expensive transportation project in state history.”\r\n\r\nAccording to the transcript of a December interview provided by the governor’s office, Dayton said that the Southwest project is “so bogged down now that I don’t know whether it’s going to be viable or not. I think the people who want to clog up the process have in mind to have this fall apart, and they may get their way.”\r\n\r\nIn a Jan. 8 letter to the <em>StarTribune</em> former Park Board president and CIDNA resident Tom Nordyke challenged Haigh’s and Dayton’s characterizations of Park Board actions. “These concerns are not new at all — the Park Board started raising them six years ago when I served as president,” Nordyke said, “at the same time the Park Board lawyers first advised that under federal law, parkland may not be claimed if there is a feasible alternative.”\r\n\r\nHaigh “can claim dismay all she likes,” Nordyke continued. “However, the Park Board has been very clear for a very long time that it was not on board with the plan and that it had legal standing to challenge it. The Met Council has chosen to ignore, bully, and now vilify the Park Board instead of working with it to address legitimate concerns.\r\n\r\n“Regardless of one’s stand on the Kenilworth channel,” wrote Nordyke, noting that he lives near the channel and supports SWLRT, “the Met Council should have respected the Park Board’s rights and duty to the citizens of Minneapolis. The responsibility for the current SWLRT crisis is on the Met Council’s shoulders, not the Park Board’s.”\r\n\r\n<strong>Municipal consent/DEIS lawsuit</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Lakes and Parks Alliance lawsuit, which asserts that the Metropolitan Council violated state and federal environmental protection law when it put the Southwest project out for municipal consent without meeting EIS requirements, heads to hearings in February and March.\r\n\r\nLPA, a grassroots organization formed to protect the Minneapolis lakes and parks from environmental damage threatened by the SWLRT route, has asked in Minnesota Federal District Court for a summary judgment in the case. LPA contends that a summary judgment is warranted because the facts in the case are not in dispute and are a matter of public record.\r\n\r\nThe Met Council and the FTA have filed a motion to dismiss the LPA suit. The Met Council said in a statement when the LPA suit was filed that state legislation authorizing the project recognized that municipal consent to the preliminary design plans and the environmental review would run simultaneously. “The Legislature did not require or expect the environmental review to be complete before municipal consent,” the statement said. Once the Supplemental DEIS is published, it said, “anyone, including cities and the public, will have an opportunity to comment on the SDEIS.” And if substantial changes need to be made to the design of the project, the Met Council would have to seek further municipal consent.\r\n\r\nMany Minneapolis residents and officials, already mistrustful of a Met Council making promises and assurances on which it later reversed course or backtracked, did not find the statement reassuring.\r\n\r\nIf the court rules for the LPA, the SWLRT approvals obtained by the Met Council through the municipal consent process would become null and void. LPA would ask that the Met Council be ordered to pause the project while the EIS required by state and federal laws was completed and provided to the municipalities along the line in advance of a new consent process.\r\n\r\n“If the municipal consent process has any validity,” says LPA board member and Lowry Hill resident George Puzak, “it has to mean that municipal officials — and the public — are entitled to know the environmental impact of the proposed SWLRT before the officials are forced to vote on it.”\r\n\r\nThe nub of the LPA case is that key portions of the original DEIS were invalidated when the Met Council yielded to TC&amp;W’s demand to continue running freight through the Kenilworth. The DEIS was predicated on relocation, not colocation, and included no mention of tunnels or the impacts of freight bridges and traffic. SWLRT planners initially expected to complete a supplemental DEIS in the first quarter of 2014, in advance of the municipal consent votes, but did not do so. The supplemental DEIS is now anticipated during the first half of 2015.\r\n\r\nJudge John Tunheim has scheduled court hearings on Feb. 25 for the FTA’s and Met Council’s Motion to Dismiss and on March 9 for LPA’s Motion for Summary Judgment. Both hearings are open to the public and Hill and Lake residents are urged to attend. For updates on the case or to support LPA’s efforts, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lakesandparks.com/\">lakesandparks.com</a>&gt;.\r\n\r\n<strong>State funding</strong>\r\n\r\nThe funding formula for SWLRT has called for the FTA to pay 50 percent of the project’s cost, with the Counties Transit Improvement Board (CTIB) putting in 30 percent. CTIB was formed in 2008 by the Legislature to invest in metro-area transit projects through annual capital and operating grants, using primarily a quarter-cent sales tax collected in the five participating counties (Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington). (For more information on CTIB, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://mnrides.org/\">mnrides.org</a>&gt;.)\r\n\r\nThe formula also called on the state and Hennepin County to pay for 10 percent of the project, which has now escalated to $1.65 billion. The state has already appropriated $44 million. The remaining $121 million must be appropriated during the 2015 legislative session for the Met Council to make its crucial application to the FTA for final federal funding. The election in November of a tax- and transit-averse Republican majority in the House, however, has cast doubt on the likelihood of the appropriation.\r\n\r\nDuring last fall’s campaign legislative Republicans made opposition to rail transit a key plank of their transportation policy, and this month the two parties have put forward widely differing plans for transportation priorities and how to pay for them.\r\n\r\nAccording to <em>Twin Cities Business</em> executive editor and Kenwood resident Adam Platt, who has followed the SWLRT saga for years, Southwest and all future Twin Cities transit projects face in House Republicans a “formidable and inflexible foe.” Platt reports that the Met Council believes it has the bonding capacity to fund the state’s share of Southwest, but would prefer not to use it.\r\n\r\nSouthwest backers have said that the $121 million could come from sources other than the state. But given the pushback from non-Hennepin County CTIB commissioners over escalating SWLRT costs and the finite resources available to the Hennepin County Board — and Commissioner Jeff Johnson’s adamant and oft-stated opposition to SWLRT during his run for the governorship last fall — finding an additional $121 million will not be easy.\r\n\r\n<strong>Federal funding</strong>\r\n\r\nEven the federal government’s 50 percent share of Southwest’s costs is perhaps not guaranteed. The massive 2015 spending bill passed by Congress in December gives priority to transit projects requiring less than a 40 percent share. While the bill does not directly impact Southwest now, the <em>StarTribune</em> reports, it “could affect the project if similar criteria are applied to 2016 spending, when the much-debated line will need funding.”\r\n\r\nA 10 percent reduction in the federal contribution would require local sources to come up with yet another $165 million — or scale back the project significantly. Laura Baenen, Southwest project spokesperson, told the <em>StarTribune</em> it’s too early to draw any conclusions about future funding challenges. “To say what might happen after this [2015 budget] is beyond anyone’s knowledge,” she said. “It’s just speculating.”\r\n\r\nFormer U.S. Rep Martin Sabo, who represented the Minneapolis area in Congress for nearly 30 years, says he believes the 2015 budget language as well as other recent Republican attempts to restrict funding for New Starts programs, of which SWLRT is one, could prove to be major obstacles. “It’s a clear indication of the direction the Congress is going in,” he told the <em>StarTribune</em>. Funding handicappers should keep in mind that the Congress will be controlled in 2016 by the same Republicans who control it today — and that 2016 is an election year.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor updates on all these issues and to participate in SWLRT advocacy work, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lrtdoneright.org/\">lrtdoneright.org</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe three comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-57','','','2015-03-03 16:46:36','2015-03-03 22:46:36','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/03/03/46-revision-57/',0,'revision','',0),(1125,2,'2015-03-03 16:15:57','2015-03-03 22:15:57','','CAC_Feb 24 2015 notes','','inherit','closed','closed','','cac_feb-24-2015-notes','','','2015-03-03 16:15:57','2015-03-03 22:15:57','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/CAC_Feb-24-2015-notes.docx',0,'attachment','application/msword',0),(1126,2,'2015-03-03 16:19:03','2015-03-03 22:19:03','','SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15','','inherit','closed','closed','','swlrt-106-letter-2-16-15-final-3-2-20-15-2','','','2015-03-03 16:19:03','2015-03-03 22:19:03','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx',0,'attachment','application/msword',0),(1127,2,'2015-02-28 21:54:12','2015-03-01 03:54:12','<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong></p>\r\nBy Michael Wilson (published in January 2015 Hill and Lake Press)\r\n\r\nFunding and legal challenges to the Southwest LRT project, coming on top of the Minneapolis Park Board’s determination to study the feasibility and prudence of alternatives to the obtrusive bridges planned for the Kenilworth Channel, have led some frustrated state and Metropolitan Council officials to charge that the continued viability of the $1.65 billion project is being threatened.\r\n\r\nThe Park Board has become the current primary target of wrath from those who want the embattled project to proceed exactly as currently designed. But challenges also loom in the form of potential state and federal funding shortfalls in addition to a federal lawsuit by the Lakes and Parks Alliance asserting that the Met Council sought and obtained municipal consent for the project without completing a supplement to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).\r\n\r\nAlso apparent is mounting pushback from many outstate and metro-area officials and citizens  troubled with what they view as a disproportionate share of transportation dollars being allotted to just one part of a projected transit network while the need for increased transportation funding throughout the state has reached critical levels.\r\n\r\nAnd less palpable but no less real is the weariness and wariness that many are feeling — perhaps particularly those in our Hill and Lake neighborhoods — after two decades of misinformed decisions, broken promises and battles to try to get Southwest LRT done right.\r\n\r\n<strong>The Park Board and Section 4(f)</strong>\r\n\r\nWhen the DEIS for the Southwest LRT project was published in October 2012, relocation of freight rail from the Kenilworth Corridor to a new route in St. Louis Park was accepted as fact. In its response to the DEIS the Park Board expressed its concerns over the impacts that LRT would impose on the environmentally sensitive corridor and in particular on the Park Board-owned lakes and Kenilworth Channel, part of the historic Grand Rounds. Of special concern were the massive bridges that would be required to carry 220 LRT trains daily over the channel.\r\n\r\nConsternation soon followed when Twin Cities &amp; Western RR, operator of freight in the corridor, refused to give any serious consideration to relocating its trains from the Kenilworth Corridor, creating the specter of a rebuilt, enlarged freight bridge joining the LRT bridges.\r\n\r\nIn April 2013 the Southwest Project Office proposed six options for fitting freight, LRT, and recreational trails in the corridor. Two of those options involved putting LRT in either a deep-bore tunnel or two shallow cut-and-cover tunnels. The tunneling options were accepted as feasible — engineers can build anything you want, including Boston’s “Big Dig” and the English Channel tunnel. Paying for it is another matter, though, and in September 2013, concerned by total project costs that had by then climbed well past $1 billion, the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee voted to cease any further preliminary engineering work on the deep-bore tunnel option.\r\n\r\n<strong>Park Board’s ‘voice crying in the wilderness’</strong>\r\n\r\nThroughout 2013 and much of 2014 the Park Board continued to express grave misgivings over the potential adverse and irreparable visual, safety, noise, and aesthetic impacts posed by new LRT bridges and traffic. Despite the Park Board’s clout under Section 4(f) of the 1966 Department of Transportation Act, which allows the Secretary of Transportation to approve a highway project that uses publicly owned parkland or land from a historic site only if there is no “feasible and prudent alternative to the use of such land” and if the project includes “all possible planning to minimize harm,” Park Board commissioners felt that their concerns were being given short shrift by the Met Council and SWLRT planners.\r\n\r\nFinally on Oct. 1 the Park Board voted to allocate up to $500,000 to conduct their own feasibility and prudence study to inform their response to the promised Supplemental DEIS, their decision on signing off on the project to the Secretary of Transportation — and their option to sue the Met Council and the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) over the matter.\r\n\r\nAn already unhappy Met Council was even less pleased when on Nov. 19 the Park Board awarded a $245,000 contract to Brierley Associates for the first phase of a two-part study to evaluate the feasibility of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel.\r\n\r\nAt its Jan. 7 and 16 meetings the Park Board heard positive feasibility results on two tunneling options studied by Brierley. A cut-and-cover tunnel option, which would involve shutting down the channel during construction, was already familiar to most listeners. A less-familiar technique called a “jacked box” tunnel generated significant interest.\r\n\r\nAccording to the Federal Highway Administration Technical Manual, “jacked box tunneling is a unique tunneling method for constructing shallow rectangular road tunnels beneath critical facilities . . . without disruption of the services provided by those surface facilities or having to relocate them temporarily to accommodate open excavations for cut and cover construction.” Jacked box tunneling had mostly been used outside the U.S., according to the FHA, until it was successfully applied to the construction of three short tunnels beneath a network of rail tracks at South Station in downtown Boston as part of the “Big Dig” project.\r\n\r\nAlso at its Jan. 7 meeting the Park Board approved a resolution to engage Brierley to complete the second, or prudence,” phase of the engineering study.\r\n\r\n<strong>Haigh, Dayton denounce Park Board actions</strong>\r\n\r\nWelcomed at the Jan. 7 meeting were SWLRT officials Mark Fuhrmann and Jim Alexander — the first time, Commissioner John Erwin pointed out, that Southwest staff or Met Council officials have ever attended a Park Board meeting. Their presence was in marked contrast to a letter sent earlier in the day to Board President Liz Wielinski from an exasperated Susan Haigh, outgoing chair of the Met Council.\r\n\r\nHaigh said she read the Park Board’s letter to the FTA regarding the Southwest LRT project “with great dismay and frustration” and excoriated the Board for “disregard[ing]” over two years of efforts by the Met Council to “consult and collaborate.” She characterized the Park Board’s initiative to obtain feasibility and prudence information on alternatives to LRT bridges over the channel — information the Park Board says it has sought but has been denied — as mere “attempts to delay” the SWLRT project.\r\n\r\nHaigh said that “neither I, nor the Governor, will support increasing the project budget” to accommodate anything other than the bridges already proposed. She also “strongly discourage[d] the Park Board from proceeding down a path toward litigation.”\r\n\r\nCommissioner Jon Olson countered that “this hasn’t been a two-way street at working together.” “We’re not here to make them happy,” he said. “We’re here to preserve out park system.” He reminded commissioners that on all too many past projects transportation planners have sought to take the “cheap and easy alternative” of parkland.\r\n\r\nGeneral Counsel Byron Rice affirmed the Park Board’s determination to move forward with its study of alternatives, saying that as SWLRT engineering approaches and passes the 30 percent point the Park Board’s “chance to exert [its] 4(f) influence may be lost.” “Make the FTA aware of your concerns,” he advised, “because ultimately the Park Board has to sign off” on the project.\r\n\r\nThe following day <em>StarTribune</em> readers were greeted by an remarkable page-one banner headline: “Dayton sees viability of Southwest LRT in doubt.” “Prospects are dimming this year” for the project, the story began, “as stronger opposition at the State Capitol is added to a lawsuit by residents opposed to the line and other potential delays.” Dayton was said to be “wondering if there’s enough support to push through the most expensive transportation project in state history.”\r\n\r\nAccording to the transcript of a December interview provided by the governor’s office, Dayton said that the Southwest project is “so bogged down now that I don’t know whether it’s going to be viable or not. I think the people who want to clog up the process have in mind to have this fall apart, and they may get their way.”\r\n\r\nIn a Jan. 8 letter to the <em>StarTribune</em> former Park Board president and CIDNA resident Tom Nordyke challenged Haigh’s and Dayton’s characterizations of Park Board actions. “These concerns are not new at all — the Park Board started raising them six years ago when I served as president,” Nordyke said, “at the same time the Park Board lawyers first advised that under federal law, parkland may not be claimed if there is a feasible alternative.”\r\n\r\nHaigh “can claim dismay all she likes,” Nordyke continued. “However, the Park Board has been very clear for a very long time that it was not on board with the plan and that it had legal standing to challenge it. The Met Council has chosen to ignore, bully, and now vilify the Park Board instead of working with it to address legitimate concerns.\r\n\r\n“Regardless of one’s stand on the Kenilworth channel,” wrote Nordyke, noting that he lives near the channel and supports SWLRT, “the Met Council should have respected the Park Board’s rights and duty to the citizens of Minneapolis. The responsibility for the current SWLRT crisis is on the Met Council’s shoulders, not the Park Board’s.”\r\n\r\n<strong>Municipal consent/DEIS lawsuit</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Lakes and Parks Alliance lawsuit, which asserts that the Metropolitan Council violated state and federal environmental protection law when it put the Southwest project out for municipal consent without meeting EIS requirements, heads to hearings in February and March.\r\n\r\nLPA, a grassroots organization formed to protect the Minneapolis lakes and parks from environmental damage threatened by the SWLRT route, has asked in Minnesota Federal District Court for a summary judgment in the case. LPA contends that a summary judgment is warranted because the facts in the case are not in dispute and are a matter of public record.\r\n\r\nThe Met Council and the FTA have filed a motion to dismiss the LPA suit. The Met Council said in a statement when the LPA suit was filed that state legislation authorizing the project recognized that municipal consent to the preliminary design plans and the environmental review would run simultaneously. “The Legislature did not require or expect the environmental review to be complete before municipal consent,” the statement said. Once the Supplemental DEIS is published, it said, “anyone, including cities and the public, will have an opportunity to comment on the SDEIS.” And if substantial changes need to be made to the design of the project, the Met Council would have to seek further municipal consent.\r\n\r\nMany Minneapolis residents and officials, already mistrustful of a Met Council making promises and assurances on which it later reversed course or backtracked, did not find the statement reassuring.\r\n\r\nIf the court rules for the LPA, the SWLRT approvals obtained by the Met Council through the municipal consent process would become null and void. LPA would ask that the Met Council be ordered to pause the project while the EIS required by state and federal laws was completed and provided to the municipalities along the line in advance of a new consent process.\r\n\r\n“If the municipal consent process has any validity,” says LPA board member and Lowry Hill resident George Puzak, “it has to mean that municipal officials — and the public — are entitled to know the environmental impact of the proposed SWLRT before the officials are forced to vote on it.”\r\n\r\nThe nub of the LPA case is that key portions of the original DEIS were invalidated when the Met Council yielded to TC&amp;W’s demand to continue running freight through the Kenilworth. The DEIS was predicated on relocation, not colocation, and included no mention of tunnels or the impacts of freight bridges and traffic. SWLRT planners initially expected to complete a supplemental DEIS in the first quarter of 2014, in advance of the municipal consent votes, but did not do so. The supplemental DEIS is now anticipated during the first half of 2015.\r\n\r\nJudge John Tunheim has scheduled court hearings on Feb. 25 for the FTA’s and Met Council’s Motion to Dismiss and on March 9 for LPA’s Motion for Summary Judgment. Both hearings are open to the public and Hill and Lake residents are urged to attend. For updates on the case or to support LPA’s efforts, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lakesandparks.com/\">lakesandparks.com</a>&gt;.\r\n\r\n<strong>State funding</strong>\r\n\r\nThe funding formula for SWLRT has called for the FTA to pay 50 percent of the project’s cost, with the Counties Transit Improvement Board (CTIB) putting in 30 percent. CTIB was formed in 2008 by the Legislature to invest in metro-area transit projects through annual capital and operating grants, using primarily a quarter-cent sales tax collected in the five participating counties (Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington). (For more information on CTIB, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://mnrides.org/\">mnrides.org</a>&gt;.)\r\n\r\nThe formula also called on the state and Hennepin County to pay for 10 percent of the project, which has now escalated to $1.65 billion. The state has already appropriated $44 million. The remaining $121 million must be appropriated during the 2015 legislative session for the Met Council to make its crucial application to the FTA for final federal funding. The election in November of a tax- and transit-averse Republican majority in the House, however, has cast doubt on the likelihood of the appropriation.\r\n\r\nDuring last fall’s campaign legislative Republicans made opposition to rail transit a key plank of their transportation policy, and this month the two parties have put forward widely differing plans for transportation priorities and how to pay for them.\r\n\r\nAccording to <em>Twin Cities Business</em> executive editor and Kenwood resident Adam Platt, who has followed the SWLRT saga for years, Southwest and all future Twin Cities transit projects face in House Republicans a “formidable and inflexible foe.” Platt reports that the Met Council believes it has the bonding capacity to fund the state’s share of Southwest, but would prefer not to use it.\r\n\r\nSouthwest backers have said that the $121 million could come from sources other than the state. But given the pushback from non-Hennepin County CTIB commissioners over escalating SWLRT costs and the finite resources available to the Hennepin County Board — and Commissioner Jeff Johnson’s adamant and oft-stated opposition to SWLRT during his run for the governorship last fall — finding an additional $121 million will not be easy.\r\n\r\n<strong>Federal funding</strong>\r\n\r\nEven the federal government’s 50 percent share of Southwest’s costs is perhaps not guaranteed. The massive 2015 spending bill passed by Congress in December gives priority to transit projects requiring less than a 40 percent share. While the bill does not directly impact Southwest now, the <em>StarTribune</em> reports, it “could affect the project if similar criteria are applied to 2016 spending, when the much-debated line will need funding.”\r\n\r\nA 10 percent reduction in the federal contribution would require local sources to come up with yet another $165 million — or scale back the project significantly. Laura Baenen, Southwest project spokesperson, told the <em>StarTribune</em> it’s too early to draw any conclusions about future funding challenges. “To say what might happen after this [2015 budget] is beyond anyone’s knowledge,” she said. “It’s just speculating.”\r\n\r\nFormer U.S. Rep Martin Sabo, who represented the Minneapolis area in Congress for nearly 30 years, says he believes the 2015 budget language as well as other recent Republican attempts to restrict funding for New Starts programs, of which SWLRT is one, could prove to be major obstacles. “It’s a clear indication of the direction the Congress is going in,” he told the <em>StarTribune</em>. Funding handicappers should keep in mind that the Congress will be controlled in 2016 by the same Republicans who control it today — and that 2016 is an election year.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor updates on all these issues and to participate in SWLRT advocacy work, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lrtdoneright.org/\">lrtdoneright.org</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, December, 2014\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe two comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-54','','','2015-02-28 21:54:12','2015-03-01 03:54:12','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/02/28/46-revision-54/',0,'revision','',0),(1128,2,'2015-03-03 16:23:15','2015-03-03 22:23:15','<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe SWLRT Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strackosch from Kenwood is on the CAC. Her summary of the February meeting can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/CAC_Feb-24-2015-notes.docx\">CAC_Feb 24 2015 notes</a>\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong></p>\r\nBy Michael Wilson (published in January 2015 Hill and Lake Press)\r\n\r\nFunding and legal challenges to the Southwest LRT project, coming on top of the Minneapolis Park Board’s determination to study the feasibility and prudence of alternatives to the obtrusive bridges planned for the Kenilworth Channel, have led some frustrated state and Metropolitan Council officials to charge that the continued viability of the $1.65 billion project is being threatened.\r\n\r\nThe Park Board has become the current primary target of wrath from those who want the embattled project to proceed exactly as currently designed. But challenges also loom in the form of potential state and federal funding shortfalls in addition to a federal lawsuit by the Lakes and Parks Alliance asserting that the Met Council sought and obtained municipal consent for the project without completing a supplement to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).\r\n\r\nAlso apparent is mounting pushback from many outstate and metro-area officials and citizens  troubled with what they view as a disproportionate share of transportation dollars being allotted to just one part of a projected transit network while the need for increased transportation funding throughout the state has reached critical levels.\r\n\r\nAnd less palpable but no less real is the weariness and wariness that many are feeling — perhaps particularly those in our Hill and Lake neighborhoods — after two decades of misinformed decisions, broken promises and battles to try to get Southwest LRT done right.\r\n\r\n<strong>The Park Board and Section 4(f)</strong>\r\n\r\nWhen the DEIS for the Southwest LRT project was published in October 2012, relocation of freight rail from the Kenilworth Corridor to a new route in St. Louis Park was accepted as fact. In its response to the DEIS the Park Board expressed its concerns over the impacts that LRT would impose on the environmentally sensitive corridor and in particular on the Park Board-owned lakes and Kenilworth Channel, part of the historic Grand Rounds. Of special concern were the massive bridges that would be required to carry 220 LRT trains daily over the channel.\r\n\r\nConsternation soon followed when Twin Cities &amp; Western RR, operator of freight in the corridor, refused to give any serious consideration to relocating its trains from the Kenilworth Corridor, creating the specter of a rebuilt, enlarged freight bridge joining the LRT bridges.\r\n\r\nIn April 2013 the Southwest Project Office proposed six options for fitting freight, LRT, and recreational trails in the corridor. Two of those options involved putting LRT in either a deep-bore tunnel or two shallow cut-and-cover tunnels. The tunneling options were accepted as feasible — engineers can build anything you want, including Boston’s “Big Dig” and the English Channel tunnel. Paying for it is another matter, though, and in September 2013, concerned by total project costs that had by then climbed well past $1 billion, the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee voted to cease any further preliminary engineering work on the deep-bore tunnel option.\r\n\r\n<strong>Park Board’s ‘voice crying in the wilderness’</strong>\r\n\r\nThroughout 2013 and much of 2014 the Park Board continued to express grave misgivings over the potential adverse and irreparable visual, safety, noise, and aesthetic impacts posed by new LRT bridges and traffic. Despite the Park Board’s clout under Section 4(f) of the 1966 Department of Transportation Act, which allows the Secretary of Transportation to approve a highway project that uses publicly owned parkland or land from a historic site only if there is no “feasible and prudent alternative to the use of such land” and if the project includes “all possible planning to minimize harm,” Park Board commissioners felt that their concerns were being given short shrift by the Met Council and SWLRT planners.\r\n\r\nFinally on Oct. 1 the Park Board voted to allocate up to $500,000 to conduct their own feasibility and prudence study to inform their response to the promised Supplemental DEIS, their decision on signing off on the project to the Secretary of Transportation — and their option to sue the Met Council and the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) over the matter.\r\n\r\nAn already unhappy Met Council was even less pleased when on Nov. 19 the Park Board awarded a $245,000 contract to Brierley Associates for the first phase of a two-part study to evaluate the feasibility of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel.\r\n\r\nAt its Jan. 7 and 16 meetings the Park Board heard positive feasibility results on two tunneling options studied by Brierley. A cut-and-cover tunnel option, which would involve shutting down the channel during construction, was already familiar to most listeners. A less-familiar technique called a “jacked box” tunnel generated significant interest.\r\n\r\nAccording to the Federal Highway Administration Technical Manual, “jacked box tunneling is a unique tunneling method for constructing shallow rectangular road tunnels beneath critical facilities . . . without disruption of the services provided by those surface facilities or having to relocate them temporarily to accommodate open excavations for cut and cover construction.” Jacked box tunneling had mostly been used outside the U.S., according to the FHA, until it was successfully applied to the construction of three short tunnels beneath a network of rail tracks at South Station in downtown Boston as part of the “Big Dig” project.\r\n\r\nAlso at its Jan. 7 meeting the Park Board approved a resolution to engage Brierley to complete the second, or prudence,” phase of the engineering study.\r\n\r\n<strong>Haigh, Dayton denounce Park Board actions</strong>\r\n\r\nWelcomed at the Jan. 7 meeting were SWLRT officials Mark Fuhrmann and Jim Alexander — the first time, Commissioner John Erwin pointed out, that Southwest staff or Met Council officials have ever attended a Park Board meeting. Their presence was in marked contrast to a letter sent earlier in the day to Board President Liz Wielinski from an exasperated Susan Haigh, outgoing chair of the Met Council.\r\n\r\nHaigh said she read the Park Board’s letter to the FTA regarding the Southwest LRT project “with great dismay and frustration” and excoriated the Board for “disregard[ing]” over two years of efforts by the Met Council to “consult and collaborate.” She characterized the Park Board’s initiative to obtain feasibility and prudence information on alternatives to LRT bridges over the channel — information the Park Board says it has sought but has been denied — as mere “attempts to delay” the SWLRT project.\r\n\r\nHaigh said that “neither I, nor the Governor, will support increasing the project budget” to accommodate anything other than the bridges already proposed. She also “strongly discourage[d] the Park Board from proceeding down a path toward litigation.”\r\n\r\nCommissioner Jon Olson countered that “this hasn’t been a two-way street at working together.” “We’re not here to make them happy,” he said. “We’re here to preserve out park system.” He reminded commissioners that on all too many past projects transportation planners have sought to take the “cheap and easy alternative” of parkland.\r\n\r\nGeneral Counsel Byron Rice affirmed the Park Board’s determination to move forward with its study of alternatives, saying that as SWLRT engineering approaches and passes the 30 percent point the Park Board’s “chance to exert [its] 4(f) influence may be lost.” “Make the FTA aware of your concerns,” he advised, “because ultimately the Park Board has to sign off” on the project.\r\n\r\nThe following day <em>StarTribune</em> readers were greeted by an remarkable page-one banner headline: “Dayton sees viability of Southwest LRT in doubt.” “Prospects are dimming this year” for the project, the story began, “as stronger opposition at the State Capitol is added to a lawsuit by residents opposed to the line and other potential delays.” Dayton was said to be “wondering if there’s enough support to push through the most expensive transportation project in state history.”\r\n\r\nAccording to the transcript of a December interview provided by the governor’s office, Dayton said that the Southwest project is “so bogged down now that I don’t know whether it’s going to be viable or not. I think the people who want to clog up the process have in mind to have this fall apart, and they may get their way.”\r\n\r\nIn a Jan. 8 letter to the <em>StarTribune</em> former Park Board president and CIDNA resident Tom Nordyke challenged Haigh’s and Dayton’s characterizations of Park Board actions. “These concerns are not new at all — the Park Board started raising them six years ago when I served as president,” Nordyke said, “at the same time the Park Board lawyers first advised that under federal law, parkland may not be claimed if there is a feasible alternative.”\r\n\r\nHaigh “can claim dismay all she likes,” Nordyke continued. “However, the Park Board has been very clear for a very long time that it was not on board with the plan and that it had legal standing to challenge it. The Met Council has chosen to ignore, bully, and now vilify the Park Board instead of working with it to address legitimate concerns.\r\n\r\n“Regardless of one’s stand on the Kenilworth channel,” wrote Nordyke, noting that he lives near the channel and supports SWLRT, “the Met Council should have respected the Park Board’s rights and duty to the citizens of Minneapolis. The responsibility for the current SWLRT crisis is on the Met Council’s shoulders, not the Park Board’s.”\r\n\r\n<strong>Municipal consent/DEIS lawsuit</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Lakes and Parks Alliance lawsuit, which asserts that the Metropolitan Council violated state and federal environmental protection law when it put the Southwest project out for municipal consent without meeting EIS requirements, heads to hearings in February and March.\r\n\r\nLPA, a grassroots organization formed to protect the Minneapolis lakes and parks from environmental damage threatened by the SWLRT route, has asked in Minnesota Federal District Court for a summary judgment in the case. LPA contends that a summary judgment is warranted because the facts in the case are not in dispute and are a matter of public record.\r\n\r\nThe Met Council and the FTA have filed a motion to dismiss the LPA suit. The Met Council said in a statement when the LPA suit was filed that state legislation authorizing the project recognized that municipal consent to the preliminary design plans and the environmental review would run simultaneously. “The Legislature did not require or expect the environmental review to be complete before municipal consent,” the statement said. Once the Supplemental DEIS is published, it said, “anyone, including cities and the public, will have an opportunity to comment on the SDEIS.” And if substantial changes need to be made to the design of the project, the Met Council would have to seek further municipal consent.\r\n\r\nMany Minneapolis residents and officials, already mistrustful of a Met Council making promises and assurances on which it later reversed course or backtracked, did not find the statement reassuring.\r\n\r\nIf the court rules for the LPA, the SWLRT approvals obtained by the Met Council through the municipal consent process would become null and void. LPA would ask that the Met Council be ordered to pause the project while the EIS required by state and federal laws was completed and provided to the municipalities along the line in advance of a new consent process.\r\n\r\n“If the municipal consent process has any validity,” says LPA board member and Lowry Hill resident George Puzak, “it has to mean that municipal officials — and the public — are entitled to know the environmental impact of the proposed SWLRT before the officials are forced to vote on it.”\r\n\r\nThe nub of the LPA case is that key portions of the original DEIS were invalidated when the Met Council yielded to TC&amp;W’s demand to continue running freight through the Kenilworth. The DEIS was predicated on relocation, not colocation, and included no mention of tunnels or the impacts of freight bridges and traffic. SWLRT planners initially expected to complete a supplemental DEIS in the first quarter of 2014, in advance of the municipal consent votes, but did not do so. The supplemental DEIS is now anticipated during the first half of 2015.\r\n\r\nJudge John Tunheim has scheduled court hearings on Feb. 25 for the FTA’s and Met Council’s Motion to Dismiss and on March 9 for LPA’s Motion for Summary Judgment. Both hearings are open to the public and Hill and Lake residents are urged to attend. For updates on the case or to support LPA’s efforts, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lakesandparks.com/\">lakesandparks.com</a>&gt;.\r\n\r\n<strong>State funding</strong>\r\n\r\nThe funding formula for SWLRT has called for the FTA to pay 50 percent of the project’s cost, with the Counties Transit Improvement Board (CTIB) putting in 30 percent. CTIB was formed in 2008 by the Legislature to invest in metro-area transit projects through annual capital and operating grants, using primarily a quarter-cent sales tax collected in the five participating counties (Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington). (For more information on CTIB, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://mnrides.org/\">mnrides.org</a>&gt;.)\r\n\r\nThe formula also called on the state and Hennepin County to pay for 10 percent of the project, which has now escalated to $1.65 billion. The state has already appropriated $44 million. The remaining $121 million must be appropriated during the 2015 legislative session for the Met Council to make its crucial application to the FTA for final federal funding. The election in November of a tax- and transit-averse Republican majority in the House, however, has cast doubt on the likelihood of the appropriation.\r\n\r\nDuring last fall’s campaign legislative Republicans made opposition to rail transit a key plank of their transportation policy, and this month the two parties have put forward widely differing plans for transportation priorities and how to pay for them.\r\n\r\nAccording to <em>Twin Cities Business</em> executive editor and Kenwood resident Adam Platt, who has followed the SWLRT saga for years, Southwest and all future Twin Cities transit projects face in House Republicans a “formidable and inflexible foe.” Platt reports that the Met Council believes it has the bonding capacity to fund the state’s share of Southwest, but would prefer not to use it.\r\n\r\nSouthwest backers have said that the $121 million could come from sources other than the state. But given the pushback from non-Hennepin County CTIB commissioners over escalating SWLRT costs and the finite resources available to the Hennepin County Board — and Commissioner Jeff Johnson’s adamant and oft-stated opposition to SWLRT during his run for the governorship last fall — finding an additional $121 million will not be easy.\r\n\r\n<strong>Federal funding</strong>\r\n\r\nEven the federal government’s 50 percent share of Southwest’s costs is perhaps not guaranteed. The massive 2015 spending bill passed by Congress in December gives priority to transit projects requiring less than a 40 percent share. While the bill does not directly impact Southwest now, the <em>StarTribune</em> reports, it “could affect the project if similar criteria are applied to 2016 spending, when the much-debated line will need funding.”\r\n\r\nA 10 percent reduction in the federal contribution would require local sources to come up with yet another $165 million — or scale back the project significantly. Laura Baenen, Southwest project spokesperson, told the <em>StarTribune</em> it’s too early to draw any conclusions about future funding challenges. “To say what might happen after this [2015 budget] is beyond anyone’s knowledge,” she said. “It’s just speculating.”\r\n\r\nFormer U.S. Rep Martin Sabo, who represented the Minneapolis area in Congress for nearly 30 years, says he believes the 2015 budget language as well as other recent Republican attempts to restrict funding for New Starts programs, of which SWLRT is one, could prove to be major obstacles. “It’s a clear indication of the direction the Congress is going in,” he told the <em>StarTribune</em>. Funding handicappers should keep in mind that the Congress will be controlled in 2016 by the same Republicans who control it today — and that 2016 is an election year.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor updates on all these issues and to participate in SWLRT advocacy work, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lrtdoneright.org/\">lrtdoneright.org</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe three comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-55','','','2015-03-03 16:23:15','2015-03-03 22:23:15','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/03/03/46-revision-55/',0,'revision','',0),(1108,2,'2014-09-08 18:13:18','2014-09-08 23:13:18','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our HOME page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA</strong> Board will meet on September 8 at 7 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center.  The meeting was delayed a week because of the Labor Day holiday.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Board Meetings are at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave, from 7 - 8:30 PM: open to the public, please come! </strong>The meetings are  generally held on the first Monday of the month. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2014-2015 meetings will be held on September 8, October 6, November 3, December 1, January 5, February 2, March 2, April 6 and May 4 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>“Lunch with Lisa”: </strong>Lisa Goodman, our Minneapolis City Council Member, provides the opportunity to talk with her about what’s on your mind and hear an interesting speaker on a topic of interest to our community. Generally held at the University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10<sup>th</sup> St, from noon - 1 PM on the 4<sup>th</sup> Wednesday of the month. The next meeting will be on September 24<sup>th</sup> and is open to the public: get there early to buy a lunch and get a good seat! For dates and to be added to Lisa’s mailing list, visit  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ANNUAL EVENTS</strong><strong>: </strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> January </strong></span>Neighborhood ice skating party, Lake of the Isles skating rink<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> February </strong></span>City of Lakes Loppet cross country ski festival; visit <a href=\"http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.cityoflakesloppet.com</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> April</strong></span> Earth Day. Neighborhood volunteers pick up garbage bags at the Kenwood Recreation Center and help clean up the area.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>April</strong></span>  Kenwood Recreation Center Annual Spring Egg Hunt.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> May  </strong></span>Kenwood Carnival, Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave S; food &amp; fun for the entire family!  Visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> Summer </strong></span>Cromulent Shakespeare Company presents a performance in Kenwood Park. See:  <a href=\"http://www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html\" target=\"_blank\">www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>October</strong></span> Twin Cities Marathon; visit <a href=\"http://www.mtcmarathon.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mtcmarathon.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ONGOING: </strong>\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Walker Library</strong>,<strong> </strong>2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers, families, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call 630-6650 for details.\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> Recreation Center</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt classes offered by <strong>ARTrageous</strong>, 2121 W. 21<sup>st </sup>St; visit <a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net/\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>.\r\n\r\nAuthor reading series at <strong>Birchbark Books</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>.\r\n\r\nChamber concerts performed by the <strong>Isles Ensemble</strong> at the Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway; visit <a href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.islesensemble.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt exhibits and receptions at the <strong>Bockley Gallery</strong>, 2123 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>.\r\n\r\nYouth sports are handled by <strong>WESAC Sports</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.wesac.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.wesac.org</a>.\r\n\r\nEvents at the <strong>Walker Art Cente</strong>r, 1750 Hennepin Ave; visit <a href=\"http://www.walkerart.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.walkerart.org</a>.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-27','','','2014-09-08 18:13:18','2014-09-08 23:13:18','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/09/08/16-revision-27/',0,'revision','',0),(620,2,'2013-01-08 16:31:15','2013-01-08 22:31:15','','KIAA EEO Policy_approved  120312','','inherit','closed','closed','','kiaa-eeo-policy_approved-120312','','','2013-01-08 16:31:15','2013-01-08 22:31:15','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-EEO-Policy_approved-120312.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(621,2,'2013-01-08 16:31:26','2013-01-08 22:31:26','','KIAA ADA Policy_approved 120312','','inherit','closed','closed','','kiaa-ada-policy_approved-120312','','','2013-01-08 16:31:26','2013-01-08 22:31:26','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-ADA-Policy_approved-120312.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(1118,2,'2015-02-28 21:52:33','2015-03-01 03:52:33','<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong></p>\r\nBy Michael Wilson (published in January 2015 Hill and Lake Press)\r\n\r\nFunding and legal challenges to the Southwest LRT project, coming on top of the Minneapolis Park Board’s determination to study the feasibility and prudence of alternatives to the obtrusive bridges planned for the Kenilworth Channel, have led some frustrated state and Metropolitan Council officials to charge that the continued viability of the $1.65 billion project is being threatened.\r\n\r\nThe Park Board has become the current primary target of wrath from those who want the embattled project to proceed exactly as currently designed. But challenges also loom in the form of potential state and federal funding shortfalls in addition to a federal lawsuit by the Lakes and Parks Alliance asserting that the Met Council sought and obtained municipal consent for the project without completing a supplement to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).\r\n\r\nAlso apparent is mounting pushback from many outstate and metro-area officials and citizens  troubled with what they view as a disproportionate share of transportation dollars being allotted to just one part of a projected transit network while the need for increased transportation funding throughout the state has reached critical levels.\r\n\r\nAnd less palpable but no less real is the weariness and wariness that many are feeling — perhaps particularly those in our Hill and Lake neighborhoods — after two decades of misinformed decisions, broken promises and battles to try to get Southwest LRT done right.\r\n\r\n<strong>The Park Board and Section 4(f)</strong>\r\n\r\nWhen the DEIS for the Southwest LRT project was published in October 2012, relocation of freight rail from the Kenilworth Corridor to a new route in St. Louis Park was accepted as fact. In its response to the DEIS the Park Board expressed its concerns over the impacts that LRT would impose on the environmentally sensitive corridor and in particular on the Park Board-owned lakes and Kenilworth Channel, part of the historic Grand Rounds. Of special concern were the massive bridges that would be required to carry 220 LRT trains daily over the channel.\r\n\r\nConsternation soon followed when Twin Cities &amp; Western RR, operator of freight in the corridor, refused to give any serious consideration to relocating its trains from the Kenilworth Corridor, creating the specter of a rebuilt, enlarged freight bridge joining the LRT bridges.\r\n\r\nIn April 2013 the Southwest Project Office proposed six options for fitting freight, LRT, and recreational trails in the corridor. Two of those options involved putting LRT in either a deep-bore tunnel or two shallow cut-and-cover tunnels. The tunneling options were accepted as feasible — engineers can build anything you want, including Boston’s “Big Dig” and the English Channel tunnel. Paying for it is another matter, though, and in September 2013, concerned by total project costs that had by then climbed well past $1 billion, the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee voted to cease any further preliminary engineering work on the deep-bore tunnel option.\r\n\r\n<strong>Park Board’s ‘voice crying in the wilderness’</strong>\r\n\r\nThroughout 2013 and much of 2014 the Park Board continued to express grave misgivings over the potential adverse and irreparable visual, safety, noise, and aesthetic impacts posed by new LRT bridges and traffic. Despite the Park Board’s clout under Section 4(f) of the 1966 Department of Transportation Act, which allows the Secretary of Transportation to approve a highway project that uses publicly owned parkland or land from a historic site only if there is no “feasible and prudent alternative to the use of such land” and if the project includes “all possible planning to minimize harm,” Park Board commissioners felt that their concerns were being given short shrift by the Met Council and SWLRT planners.\r\n\r\nFinally on Oct. 1 the Park Board voted to allocate up to $500,000 to conduct their own feasibility and prudence study to inform their response to the promised Supplemental DEIS, their decision on signing off on the project to the Secretary of Transportation — and their option to sue the Met Council and the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) over the matter.\r\n\r\nAn already unhappy Met Council was even less pleased when on Nov. 19 the Park Board awarded a $245,000 contract to Brierley Associates for the first phase of a two-part study to evaluate the feasibility of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel.\r\n\r\nAt its Jan. 7 and 16 meetings the Park Board heard positive feasibility results on two tunneling options studied by Brierley. A cut-and-cover tunnel option, which would involve shutting down the channel during construction, was already familiar to most listeners. A less-familiar technique called a “jacked box” tunnel generated significant interest.\r\n\r\nAccording to the Federal Highway Administration Technical Manual, “jacked box tunneling is a unique tunneling method for constructing shallow rectangular road tunnels beneath critical facilities . . . without disruption of the services provided by those surface facilities or having to relocate them temporarily to accommodate open excavations for cut and cover construction.” Jacked box tunneling had mostly been used outside the U.S., according to the FHA, until it was successfully applied to the construction of three short tunnels beneath a network of rail tracks at South Station in downtown Boston as part of the “Big Dig” project.\r\n\r\nAlso at its Jan. 7 meeting the Park Board approved a resolution to engage Brierley to complete the second, or prudence,” phase of the engineering study.\r\n\r\n<strong>Haigh, Dayton denounce Park Board actions</strong>\r\n\r\nWelcomed at the Jan. 7 meeting were SWLRT officials Mark Fuhrmann and Jim Alexander — the first time, Commissioner John Erwin pointed out, that Southwest staff or Met Council officials have ever attended a Park Board meeting. Their presence was in marked contrast to a letter sent earlier in the day to Board President Liz Wielinski from an exasperated Susan Haigh, outgoing chair of the Met Council.\r\n\r\nHaigh said she read the Park Board’s letter to the FTA regarding the Southwest LRT project “with great dismay and frustration” and excoriated the Board for “disregard[ing]” over two years of efforts by the Met Council to “consult and collaborate.” She characterized the Park Board’s initiative to obtain feasibility and prudence information on alternatives to LRT bridges over the channel — information the Park Board says it has sought but has been denied — as mere “attempts to delay” the SWLRT project.\r\n\r\nHaigh said that “neither I, nor the Governor, will support increasing the project budget” to accommodate anything other than the bridges already proposed. She also “strongly discourage[d] the Park Board from proceeding down a path toward litigation.”\r\n\r\nCommissioner Jon Olson countered that “this hasn’t been a two-way street at working together.” “We’re not here to make them happy,” he said. “We’re here to preserve out park system.” He reminded commissioners that on all too many past projects transportation planners have sought to take the “cheap and easy alternative” of parkland.\r\n\r\nGeneral Counsel Byron Rice affirmed the Park Board’s determination to move forward with its study of alternatives, saying that as SWLRT engineering approaches and passes the 30 percent point the Park Board’s “chance to exert [its] 4(f) influence may be lost.” “Make the FTA aware of your concerns,” he advised, “because ultimately the Park Board has to sign off” on the project.\r\n\r\nThe following day <em>StarTribune</em> readers were greeted by an remarkable page-one banner headline: “Dayton sees viability of Southwest LRT in doubt.” “Prospects are dimming this year” for the project, the story began, “as stronger opposition at the State Capitol is added to a lawsuit by residents opposed to the line and other potential delays.” Dayton was said to be “wondering if there’s enough support to push through the most expensive transportation project in state history.”\r\n\r\nAccording to the transcript of a December interview provided by the governor’s office, Dayton said that the Southwest project is “so bogged down now that I don’t know whether it’s going to be viable or not. I think the people who want to clog up the process have in mind to have this fall apart, and they may get their way.”\r\n\r\nIn a Jan. 8 letter to the <em>StarTribune</em> former Park Board president and CIDNA resident Tom Nordyke challenged Haigh’s and Dayton’s characterizations of Park Board actions. “These concerns are not new at all — the Park Board started raising them six years ago when I served as president,” Nordyke said, “at the same time the Park Board lawyers first advised that under federal law, parkland may not be claimed if there is a feasible alternative.”\r\n\r\nHaigh “can claim dismay all she likes,” Nordyke continued. “However, the Park Board has been very clear for a very long time that it was not on board with the plan and that it had legal standing to challenge it. The Met Council has chosen to ignore, bully, and now vilify the Park Board instead of working with it to address legitimate concerns.\r\n\r\n“Regardless of one’s stand on the Kenilworth channel,” wrote Nordyke, noting that he lives near the channel and supports SWLRT, “the Met Council should have respected the Park Board’s rights and duty to the citizens of Minneapolis. The responsibility for the current SWLRT crisis is on the Met Council’s shoulders, not the Park Board’s.”\r\n\r\n<strong>Municipal consent/DEIS lawsuit</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Lakes and Parks Alliance lawsuit, which asserts that the Metropolitan Council violated state and federal environmental protection law when it put the Southwest project out for municipal consent without meeting EIS requirements, heads to hearings in February and March.\r\n\r\nLPA, a grassroots organization formed to protect the Minneapolis lakes and parks from environmental damage threatened by the SWLRT route, has asked in Minnesota Federal District Court for a summary judgment in the case. LPA contends that a summary judgment is warranted because the facts in the case are not in dispute and are a matter of public record.\r\n\r\nThe Met Council and the FTA have filed a motion to dismiss the LPA suit. The Met Council said in a statement when the LPA suit was filed that state legislation authorizing the project recognized that municipal consent to the preliminary design plans and the environmental review would run simultaneously. “The Legislature did not require or expect the environmental review to be complete before municipal consent,” the statement said. Once the Supplemental DEIS is published, it said, “anyone, including cities and the public, will have an opportunity to comment on the SDEIS.” And if substantial changes need to be made to the design of the project, the Met Council would have to seek further municipal consent.\r\n\r\nMany Minneapolis residents and officials, already mistrustful of a Met Council making promises and assurances on which it later reversed course or backtracked, did not find the statement reassuring.\r\n\r\nIf the court rules for the LPA, the SWLRT approvals obtained by the Met Council through the municipal consent process would become null and void. LPA would ask that the Met Council be ordered to pause the project while the EIS required by state and federal laws was completed and provided to the municipalities along the line in advance of a new consent process.\r\n\r\n“If the municipal consent process has any validity,” says LPA board member and Lowry Hill resident George Puzak, “it has to mean that municipal officials — and the public — are entitled to know the environmental impact of the proposed SWLRT before the officials are forced to vote on it.”\r\n\r\nThe nub of the LPA case is that key portions of the original DEIS were invalidated when the Met Council yielded to TC&amp;W’s demand to continue running freight through the Kenilworth. The DEIS was predicated on relocation, not colocation, and included no mention of tunnels or the impacts of freight bridges and traffic. SWLRT planners initially expected to complete a supplemental DEIS in the first quarter of 2014, in advance of the municipal consent votes, but did not do so. The supplemental DEIS is now anticipated during the first half of 2015.\r\n\r\nJudge John Tunheim has scheduled court hearings on Feb. 25 for the FTA’s and Met Council’s Motion to Dismiss and on March 9 for LPA’s Motion for Summary Judgment. Both hearings are open to the public and Hill and Lake residents are urged to attend. For updates on the case or to support LPA’s efforts, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lakesandparks.com/\">lakesandparks.com</a>&gt;.\r\n\r\n<strong>State funding</strong>\r\n\r\nThe funding formula for SWLRT has called for the FTA to pay 50 percent of the project’s cost, with the Counties Transit Improvement Board (CTIB) putting in 30 percent. CTIB was formed in 2008 by the Legislature to invest in metro-area transit projects through annual capital and operating grants, using primarily a quarter-cent sales tax collected in the five participating counties (Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington). (For more information on CTIB, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://mnrides.org/\">mnrides.org</a>&gt;.)\r\n\r\nThe formula also called on the state and Hennepin County to pay for 10 percent of the project, which has now escalated to $1.65 billion. The state has already appropriated $44 million. The remaining $121 million must be appropriated during the 2015 legislative session for the Met Council to make its crucial application to the FTA for final federal funding. The election in November of a tax- and transit-averse Republican majority in the House, however, has cast doubt on the likelihood of the appropriation.\r\n\r\nDuring last fall’s campaign legislative Republicans made opposition to rail transit a key plank of their transportation policy, and this month the two parties have put forward widely differing plans for transportation priorities and how to pay for them.\r\n\r\nAccording to <em>Twin Cities Business</em> executive editor and Kenwood resident Adam Platt, who has followed the SWLRT saga for years, Southwest and all future Twin Cities transit projects face in House Republicans a “formidable and inflexible foe.” Platt reports that the Met Council believes it has the bonding capacity to fund the state’s share of Southwest, but would prefer not to use it.\r\n\r\nSouthwest backers have said that the $121 million could come from sources other than the state. But given the pushback from non-Hennepin County CTIB commissioners over escalating SWLRT costs and the finite resources available to the Hennepin County Board — and Commissioner Jeff Johnson’s adamant and oft-stated opposition to SWLRT during his run for the governorship last fall — finding an additional $121 million will not be easy.\r\n\r\n<strong>Federal funding</strong>\r\n\r\nEven the federal government’s 50 percent share of Southwest’s costs is perhaps not guaranteed. The massive 2015 spending bill passed by Congress in December gives priority to transit projects requiring less than a 40 percent share. While the bill does not directly impact Southwest now, the <em>StarTribune</em> reports, it “could affect the project if similar criteria are applied to 2016 spending, when the much-debated line will need funding.”\r\n\r\nA 10 percent reduction in the federal contribution would require local sources to come up with yet another $165 million — or scale back the project significantly. Laura Baenen, Southwest project spokesperson, told the <em>StarTribune</em> it’s too early to draw any conclusions about future funding challenges. “To say what might happen after this [2015 budget] is beyond anyone’s knowledge,” she said. “It’s just speculating.”\r\n\r\nFormer U.S. Rep Martin Sabo, who represented the Minneapolis area in Congress for nearly 30 years, says he believes the 2015 budget language as well as other recent Republican attempts to restrict funding for New Starts programs, of which SWLRT is one, could prove to be major obstacles. “It’s a clear indication of the direction the Congress is going in,” he told the <em>StarTribune</em>. Funding handicappers should keep in mind that the Congress will be controlled in 2016 by the same Republicans who control it today — and that 2016 is an election year.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor updates on all these issues and to participate in SWLRT advocacy work, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lrtdoneright.org/\">lrtdoneright.org</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, December, 2014\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe two comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-52','','','2015-02-28 21:52:33','2015-03-01 03:52:33','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/02/28/46-revision-52/',0,'revision','',0),(1119,2,'2015-02-28 21:54:12','2015-03-01 03:54:12','<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong></p>\r\nBy Michael Wilson (published in January 2015 Hill and Lake Press)\r\n\r\nFunding and legal challenges to the Southwest LRT project, coming on top of the Minneapolis Park Board’s determination to study the feasibility and prudence of alternatives to the obtrusive bridges planned for the Kenilworth Channel, have led some frustrated state and Metropolitan Council officials to charge that the continued viability of the $1.65 billion project is being threatened.\r\n\r\nThe Park Board has become the current primary target of wrath from those who want the embattled project to proceed exactly as currently designed. But challenges also loom in the form of potential state and federal funding shortfalls in addition to a federal lawsuit by the Lakes and Parks Alliance asserting that the Met Council sought and obtained municipal consent for the project without completing a supplement to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).\r\n\r\nAlso apparent is mounting pushback from many outstate and metro-area officials and citizens  troubled with what they view as a disproportionate share of transportation dollars being allotted to just one part of a projected transit network while the need for increased transportation funding throughout the state has reached critical levels.\r\n\r\nAnd less palpable but no less real is the weariness and wariness that many are feeling — perhaps particularly those in our Hill and Lake neighborhoods — after two decades of misinformed decisions, broken promises and battles to try to get Southwest LRT done right.\r\n\r\n<strong>The Park Board and Section 4(f)</strong>\r\n\r\nWhen the DEIS for the Southwest LRT project was published in October 2012, relocation of freight rail from the Kenilworth Corridor to a new route in St. Louis Park was accepted as fact. In its response to the DEIS the Park Board expressed its concerns over the impacts that LRT would impose on the environmentally sensitive corridor and in particular on the Park Board-owned lakes and Kenilworth Channel, part of the historic Grand Rounds. Of special concern were the massive bridges that would be required to carry 220 LRT trains daily over the channel.\r\n\r\nConsternation soon followed when Twin Cities &amp; Western RR, operator of freight in the corridor, refused to give any serious consideration to relocating its trains from the Kenilworth Corridor, creating the specter of a rebuilt, enlarged freight bridge joining the LRT bridges.\r\n\r\nIn April 2013 the Southwest Project Office proposed six options for fitting freight, LRT, and recreational trails in the corridor. Two of those options involved putting LRT in either a deep-bore tunnel or two shallow cut-and-cover tunnels. The tunneling options were accepted as feasible — engineers can build anything you want, including Boston’s “Big Dig” and the English Channel tunnel. Paying for it is another matter, though, and in September 2013, concerned by total project costs that had by then climbed well past $1 billion, the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee voted to cease any further preliminary engineering work on the deep-bore tunnel option.\r\n\r\n<strong>Park Board’s ‘voice crying in the wilderness’</strong>\r\n\r\nThroughout 2013 and much of 2014 the Park Board continued to express grave misgivings over the potential adverse and irreparable visual, safety, noise, and aesthetic impacts posed by new LRT bridges and traffic. Despite the Park Board’s clout under Section 4(f) of the 1966 Department of Transportation Act, which allows the Secretary of Transportation to approve a highway project that uses publicly owned parkland or land from a historic site only if there is no “feasible and prudent alternative to the use of such land” and if the project includes “all possible planning to minimize harm,” Park Board commissioners felt that their concerns were being given short shrift by the Met Council and SWLRT planners.\r\n\r\nFinally on Oct. 1 the Park Board voted to allocate up to $500,000 to conduct their own feasibility and prudence study to inform their response to the promised Supplemental DEIS, their decision on signing off on the project to the Secretary of Transportation — and their option to sue the Met Council and the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) over the matter.\r\n\r\nAn already unhappy Met Council was even less pleased when on Nov. 19 the Park Board awarded a $245,000 contract to Brierley Associates for the first phase of a two-part study to evaluate the feasibility of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel.\r\n\r\nAt its Jan. 7 and 16 meetings the Park Board heard positive feasibility results on two tunneling options studied by Brierley. A cut-and-cover tunnel option, which would involve shutting down the channel during construction, was already familiar to most listeners. A less-familiar technique called a “jacked box” tunnel generated significant interest.\r\n\r\nAccording to the Federal Highway Administration Technical Manual, “jacked box tunneling is a unique tunneling method for constructing shallow rectangular road tunnels beneath critical facilities . . . without disruption of the services provided by those surface facilities or having to relocate them temporarily to accommodate open excavations for cut and cover construction.” Jacked box tunneling had mostly been used outside the U.S., according to the FHA, until it was successfully applied to the construction of three short tunnels beneath a network of rail tracks at South Station in downtown Boston as part of the “Big Dig” project.\r\n\r\nAlso at its Jan. 7 meeting the Park Board approved a resolution to engage Brierley to complete the second, or prudence,” phase of the engineering study.\r\n\r\n<strong>Haigh, Dayton denounce Park Board actions</strong>\r\n\r\nWelcomed at the Jan. 7 meeting were SWLRT officials Mark Fuhrmann and Jim Alexander — the first time, Commissioner John Erwin pointed out, that Southwest staff or Met Council officials have ever attended a Park Board meeting. Their presence was in marked contrast to a letter sent earlier in the day to Board President Liz Wielinski from an exasperated Susan Haigh, outgoing chair of the Met Council.\r\n\r\nHaigh said she read the Park Board’s letter to the FTA regarding the Southwest LRT project “with great dismay and frustration” and excoriated the Board for “disregard[ing]” over two years of efforts by the Met Council to “consult and collaborate.” She characterized the Park Board’s initiative to obtain feasibility and prudence information on alternatives to LRT bridges over the channel — information the Park Board says it has sought but has been denied — as mere “attempts to delay” the SWLRT project.\r\n\r\nHaigh said that “neither I, nor the Governor, will support increasing the project budget” to accommodate anything other than the bridges already proposed. She also “strongly discourage[d] the Park Board from proceeding down a path toward litigation.”\r\n\r\nCommissioner Jon Olson countered that “this hasn’t been a two-way street at working together.” “We’re not here to make them happy,” he said. “We’re here to preserve out park system.” He reminded commissioners that on all too many past projects transportation planners have sought to take the “cheap and easy alternative” of parkland.\r\n\r\nGeneral Counsel Byron Rice affirmed the Park Board’s determination to move forward with its study of alternatives, saying that as SWLRT engineering approaches and passes the 30 percent point the Park Board’s “chance to exert [its] 4(f) influence may be lost.” “Make the FTA aware of your concerns,” he advised, “because ultimately the Park Board has to sign off” on the project.\r\n\r\nThe following day <em>StarTribune</em> readers were greeted by an remarkable page-one banner headline: “Dayton sees viability of Southwest LRT in doubt.” “Prospects are dimming this year” for the project, the story began, “as stronger opposition at the State Capitol is added to a lawsuit by residents opposed to the line and other potential delays.” Dayton was said to be “wondering if there’s enough support to push through the most expensive transportation project in state history.”\r\n\r\nAccording to the transcript of a December interview provided by the governor’s office, Dayton said that the Southwest project is “so bogged down now that I don’t know whether it’s going to be viable or not. I think the people who want to clog up the process have in mind to have this fall apart, and they may get their way.”\r\n\r\nIn a Jan. 8 letter to the <em>StarTribune</em> former Park Board president and CIDNA resident Tom Nordyke challenged Haigh’s and Dayton’s characterizations of Park Board actions. “These concerns are not new at all — the Park Board started raising them six years ago when I served as president,” Nordyke said, “at the same time the Park Board lawyers first advised that under federal law, parkland may not be claimed if there is a feasible alternative.”\r\n\r\nHaigh “can claim dismay all she likes,” Nordyke continued. “However, the Park Board has been very clear for a very long time that it was not on board with the plan and that it had legal standing to challenge it. The Met Council has chosen to ignore, bully, and now vilify the Park Board instead of working with it to address legitimate concerns.\r\n\r\n“Regardless of one’s stand on the Kenilworth channel,” wrote Nordyke, noting that he lives near the channel and supports SWLRT, “the Met Council should have respected the Park Board’s rights and duty to the citizens of Minneapolis. The responsibility for the current SWLRT crisis is on the Met Council’s shoulders, not the Park Board’s.”\r\n\r\n<strong>Municipal consent/DEIS lawsuit</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Lakes and Parks Alliance lawsuit, which asserts that the Metropolitan Council violated state and federal environmental protection law when it put the Southwest project out for municipal consent without meeting EIS requirements, heads to hearings in February and March.\r\n\r\nLPA, a grassroots organization formed to protect the Minneapolis lakes and parks from environmental damage threatened by the SWLRT route, has asked in Minnesota Federal District Court for a summary judgment in the case. LPA contends that a summary judgment is warranted because the facts in the case are not in dispute and are a matter of public record.\r\n\r\nThe Met Council and the FTA have filed a motion to dismiss the LPA suit. The Met Council said in a statement when the LPA suit was filed that state legislation authorizing the project recognized that municipal consent to the preliminary design plans and the environmental review would run simultaneously. “The Legislature did not require or expect the environmental review to be complete before municipal consent,” the statement said. Once the Supplemental DEIS is published, it said, “anyone, including cities and the public, will have an opportunity to comment on the SDEIS.” And if substantial changes need to be made to the design of the project, the Met Council would have to seek further municipal consent.\r\n\r\nMany Minneapolis residents and officials, already mistrustful of a Met Council making promises and assurances on which it later reversed course or backtracked, did not find the statement reassuring.\r\n\r\nIf the court rules for the LPA, the SWLRT approvals obtained by the Met Council through the municipal consent process would become null and void. LPA would ask that the Met Council be ordered to pause the project while the EIS required by state and federal laws was completed and provided to the municipalities along the line in advance of a new consent process.\r\n\r\n“If the municipal consent process has any validity,” says LPA board member and Lowry Hill resident George Puzak, “it has to mean that municipal officials — and the public — are entitled to know the environmental impact of the proposed SWLRT before the officials are forced to vote on it.”\r\n\r\nThe nub of the LPA case is that key portions of the original DEIS were invalidated when the Met Council yielded to TC&amp;W’s demand to continue running freight through the Kenilworth. The DEIS was predicated on relocation, not colocation, and included no mention of tunnels or the impacts of freight bridges and traffic. SWLRT planners initially expected to complete a supplemental DEIS in the first quarter of 2014, in advance of the municipal consent votes, but did not do so. The supplemental DEIS is now anticipated during the first half of 2015.\r\n\r\nJudge John Tunheim has scheduled court hearings on Feb. 25 for the FTA’s and Met Council’s Motion to Dismiss and on March 9 for LPA’s Motion for Summary Judgment. Both hearings are open to the public and Hill and Lake residents are urged to attend. For updates on the case or to support LPA’s efforts, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lakesandparks.com/\">lakesandparks.com</a>&gt;.\r\n\r\n<strong>State funding</strong>\r\n\r\nThe funding formula for SWLRT has called for the FTA to pay 50 percent of the project’s cost, with the Counties Transit Improvement Board (CTIB) putting in 30 percent. CTIB was formed in 2008 by the Legislature to invest in metro-area transit projects through annual capital and operating grants, using primarily a quarter-cent sales tax collected in the five participating counties (Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington). (For more information on CTIB, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://mnrides.org/\">mnrides.org</a>&gt;.)\r\n\r\nThe formula also called on the state and Hennepin County to pay for 10 percent of the project, which has now escalated to $1.65 billion. The state has already appropriated $44 million. The remaining $121 million must be appropriated during the 2015 legislative session for the Met Council to make its crucial application to the FTA for final federal funding. The election in November of a tax- and transit-averse Republican majority in the House, however, has cast doubt on the likelihood of the appropriation.\r\n\r\nDuring last fall’s campaign legislative Republicans made opposition to rail transit a key plank of their transportation policy, and this month the two parties have put forward widely differing plans for transportation priorities and how to pay for them.\r\n\r\nAccording to <em>Twin Cities Business</em> executive editor and Kenwood resident Adam Platt, who has followed the SWLRT saga for years, Southwest and all future Twin Cities transit projects face in House Republicans a “formidable and inflexible foe.” Platt reports that the Met Council believes it has the bonding capacity to fund the state’s share of Southwest, but would prefer not to use it.\r\n\r\nSouthwest backers have said that the $121 million could come from sources other than the state. But given the pushback from non-Hennepin County CTIB commissioners over escalating SWLRT costs and the finite resources available to the Hennepin County Board — and Commissioner Jeff Johnson’s adamant and oft-stated opposition to SWLRT during his run for the governorship last fall — finding an additional $121 million will not be easy.\r\n\r\n<strong>Federal funding</strong>\r\n\r\nEven the federal government’s 50 percent share of Southwest’s costs is perhaps not guaranteed. The massive 2015 spending bill passed by Congress in December gives priority to transit projects requiring less than a 40 percent share. While the bill does not directly impact Southwest now, the <em>StarTribune</em> reports, it “could affect the project if similar criteria are applied to 2016 spending, when the much-debated line will need funding.”\r\n\r\nA 10 percent reduction in the federal contribution would require local sources to come up with yet another $165 million — or scale back the project significantly. Laura Baenen, Southwest project spokesperson, told the <em>StarTribune</em> it’s too early to draw any conclusions about future funding challenges. “To say what might happen after this [2015 budget] is beyond anyone’s knowledge,” she said. “It’s just speculating.”\r\n\r\nFormer U.S. Rep Martin Sabo, who represented the Minneapolis area in Congress for nearly 30 years, says he believes the 2015 budget language as well as other recent Republican attempts to restrict funding for New Starts programs, of which SWLRT is one, could prove to be major obstacles. “It’s a clear indication of the direction the Congress is going in,” he told the <em>StarTribune</em>. Funding handicappers should keep in mind that the Congress will be controlled in 2016 by the same Republicans who control it today — and that 2016 is an election year.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor updates on all these issues and to participate in SWLRT advocacy work, go to &lt;<a href=\"http://lrtdoneright.org/\">lrtdoneright.org</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, December, 2014\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe two comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-53','','','2015-02-28 21:54:12','2015-03-01 03:54:12','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/02/28/46-revision-53/',0,'revision','',0),(1122,2,'2015-02-02 10:49:54','2015-02-02 16:49:54','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. 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Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis, including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams at <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a> and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. 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Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis, including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams at <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a> and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. 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Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2017 meetings will be held on January 9, February 6, March 6, April 3, May 1, and June 5.\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. 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Spies</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>7:35      Annual Gathering Food Option, Community Oven Association                                                                                                                                              Rico Morales</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>7:40      ECLB Programming                                 Will Stensrud, Amanda Vallone</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong><strong>2017 Recap</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>2018 Ideas:  Sauna 612, Beach Opener, Music at the Beach, Yoga, Coffee and Canvas, Pirates and Mermaids Party, Pedal to the Medal, Summer Luau, Shakespeare, MN Off Road Cycling</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Survey Monkey Idea</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>8:00      Changes to Contract Consulting Role                                     Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>NRP, Neighborhood Programming, KIAA Website/Communication</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>                        Interested Individuals may 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                                                                                                                                    Rico Morales</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>7:40      ECLB Programming                                 Will Stensrud, Amanda Vallone</strong>\n\n<strong></strong><strong>2017 Recap</strong>\n\n<strong>2018 Ideas:  Sauna 612, Beach Opener, Music at the Beach, Yoga, Coffee and Canvas, Pirates and Mermaids Party, Pedal to the Medal, Summer Luau, Shakespeare, MN Off Road Cycling</strong>\n\n<strong>Survey Monkey Idea</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>8:00      Changes to Contract Consulting Role                                     Shawn Smith</strong>\n\n<strong>NRP, Neighborhood Programming, KIAA Website/Communication</strong>\n\n<strong>                        Interested Individuals may Apply</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>8:15      Open Discussion/New Business                                                 Shawn Smith</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>8:30     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Stensrud, Amanda Vallone</strong>\n\n<strong></strong><strong>2017 Recap</strong>\n\n<strong>2018 Ideas:  Sauna 612, Beach Opener, Music at the Beach, Yoga, Coffee and Canvas, Pirates and Mermaids Party, Pedal to the Medal, Summer Luau, Shakespeare, MN Off Road Cycling</strong>\n\n<strong>Survey Monkey Idea</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>8:00      Changes to Contract Consulting Role                                     Shawn Smith</strong>\n\n<strong>NRP, Neighborhood Programming, KIAA Website/Communication</strong>\n\n<strong>                        Interested Individuals may Apply</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>8:15      Open Discussion/New Business                                                 Shawn Smith</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>8:30     Adjourn                                                                                                                   All</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>KIAA Board Priorities 2017-2018                                                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Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2017 meetings continue on October 2, November 6, and December 4.\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-169','','','2017-09-27 18:34:19','2017-09-27 23:34:19','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/09/27/240-revision-169/',0,'revision','',0),(668,2,'2013-01-29 11:11:28','2013-01-29 17:11:28','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis, including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams at <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a> and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday.  The remaining 2012-2013 meetings will be held on January 7<sup>th</sup>, February 4<sup>th</sup>, March 4<sup>th</sup>, April 1<sup>st</sup>, and May 6<sup>th</sup> (unless the annual meeting format is changed).','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-45','','','2013-01-29 11:11:28','2013-01-29 17:11:28','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2013/01/29/240-revision-45/',0,'revision','',0),(682,2,'2011-11-16 11:25:01','2011-11-16 17:25:01','<strong>By U.S. mail:</strong>\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association\r\n<h4>PO Box 3660</h4>\r\n<h4>Minneapolis, MN 55403</h4>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>By phone or email:</strong>\r\n\r\nLarry Moran\r\n612-377-6483\r\n<a href=\"mailto:debbielarry@comcast.net\">debbielarry@comcast.net</a>\r\n\r\nOr, you may contact any of the KIAA Board of Directors at their email address shown under the “<a title=\"KIAA\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/kiaa/\">KIAA Listing of Board Members</a>” section of this website','CONTACT US','','inherit','closed','closed','','50-revision-5','','','2011-11-16 11:25:01','2011-11-16 17:25:01','',50,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2011/11/16/50-revision-5/',0,'revision','',0),(715,2,'2012-02-08 13:41:08','2012-02-08 19:41:08','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<span class=\"style1\">(click on a topic below to view)</span>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"mapanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#map\">Map of Area</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"historyanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#history\">Kenwood History</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"demoanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#demo\">Demographics</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"crimeanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#crime\">Crime and Safety</a>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"businessesanchor\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/neighborhood/#businesses\">Local Businesses</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"map\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Map of Area</strong>\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website\" href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/neighborhoods/kenwood_profile_home.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwood on the City of Minneapolis website</a>\r\n\r\nGoogle satellite view:\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_107\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"306\" caption=\"(click on map for larger view)\"]<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map.gif\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-107\" title=\"KIAA_aerial_map\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_aerial_map-279x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"330\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"425\" height=\"350\"></iframe>\r\n<small>View <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-align: left;\" href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;aq=3&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=Kenwood,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota&amp;ll=44.959105,-93.312002&amp;spn=0.044884,0.061197&amp;t=h&amp;z=14&amp;vpsrc=0\">Directions to Kenwood, Minneapolis, MN</a> on the Google site.\r\n</small>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"history\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>History of the Kenwood Neighborhood</strong>\r\n\r\nKenwood was the name of an addition platted just outside the Minneapolis city limits around 1887.  At that time, a rail line ran along the west side of the neighborhood near the shoreline of Cedar Lake.  A depot and a hotel were located at what is now West 22nd Street where it ends at Cedar Lake.\r\n\r\nLake of the Isles and its shoreline were acquired by the City of Minneapolis in 1886.  The lake became part of the city’s famed park system and “Chain of Lakes”, along with Cedar Lake to the west and Lakes Calhoun and Harriet to the south.  Lake of the Isles originally was a very large, mosquito-infested swamp, and in 1899, the city started the dredging that created the charming lake with its unusual islands, extensive shoreline, and surrounding picturesque parkland.\r\n\r\nA newspaper ad of the late 1880’s announced the Kenwood Addition as “high, sightly and attractive” and as the “choicest place for elegant residences.”  Lots were platted, streets were graded, city water pipes were laid, and city streetcar lines were planned.  Soon a number of large residences were built and over the next few decades the neighborhood filled with homes built in various styles then popular.\r\n\r\nKenwood has several landmarks In addition to Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake.  These include the 1910 brick water tower on Kenwood Parkway; the Peavey Fountain (originally built to water horses) at the intersection of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway and Kenwood Parkway; the “Mary Tyler Moore House” of television programming fame at the SW corner of Kenwood Parkway and W. 21st Street; and three grand, adjoining homes on the 2200 block of W. Lake of the Isles Parkway, built by Cream of Wheat founder Emory Mapes for himself and family members.  Other landmarks are Kenwood’s small commercially zoned area at Penn Ave. S. and W. 21st Street; Kenwood Elementary School and Park/Recreation Center at Penn Ave. S. and W. Franklin Ave;  Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church on W. Lake of the Isles Parkway at W. 21st St; and the very large natural green space amenity, Kenwood Park.\r\n\r\nKenwood Park occupies most of the northern portion of the neighborhood.  Although the park includes baseball and soccer fields, tennis courts, and a playground, most of the park has been reserved as open, natural space.  According to the Minneapolis Park Board website, the land for Kenwood Park was purchased in 1907, and low land in the park was filled with material dredged from Lake of the Isles in 1908.  Tennis courts and sidewalks were installed between 1911 and 1913.  During the 1920’s, neighborhood residents opposed plans for further development of the park, fearing the destruction of the park’s natural features.  Neighborhood opposition caused the development plans to be scaled back significantly.\r\n\r\nKenwood includes about 540 residential structures, most of which are single-family houses dating from the late 1800’s and early 1900’s.  Many larger homes were divided into rooming houses and duplexes during the mid-1900’s, but in the 1960’s and 1970’s most of these homes were rehabilitated and converted back to single-family use.  Kenwood’s popularity grew in the 1980’s and 1990’s as residents and buyers recognized the increasing value of the neighborhood’s beautiful homes and Kenwood’s proximity to downtown, Uptown, and the Minneapolis park and lake system.\r\n\r\nThose interested in historical research can find many photographs of the neighborhood in the archives of the Minnesota Historical Society, at <a title=\"www.mnhs.org\" href=\"http://www.mnhs.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mnhs.org</a> , and the Minneapolis Public Library, at <a title=\"www.mplib.org\" href=\"http://www.mplib.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mplib.org</a>.<strong><strong>\r\n</strong></strong>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"demo\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Demographics</strong>\r\n<table width=\"507\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"><colgroup><col width=\"116\" /> <col width=\"75\" /> <col width=\"78\" /> <col width=\"53\" /> <col width=\"79\" /> <col span=\"2\" width=\"53\" /></colgroup>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"3\" width=\"269\" height=\"18\">KENWOOD</td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"79\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n<td width=\"53\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"4\" height=\"18\"> GENERAL DEMOGRAPHICS IN 2000</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"12\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td>COUNT</td>\r\n<td>PERCENT</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">POPULATION</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Total</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1500</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Gender</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Male</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">756</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">50.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Female</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">744</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">49.6%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Age</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Under Age 5</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">105</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">7.0%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">5 to 9</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">98</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.5%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">10 to 14</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">102</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">15 to 19</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">65</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">4.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">20 to 24</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">33</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">25 to 34</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">168</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">11.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">35 to 44</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">274</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">18.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">45 to 54</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">312</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">20.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">55 to 59</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">121</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">8.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">60 to 64</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">72</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">4.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">65 to 74</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">92</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">75 to 84</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">40</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">85 &amp; over</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">18</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Median age</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">41.8</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">By Race</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">White</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1416</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">94.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Black</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">21</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Am. Indian</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">6</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">0.4%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Asian</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">40</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Other</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">0.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">2 or more races</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">16</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">1.1%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">HOUSING UNITS</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Total</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">620</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">606</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">97.7%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Vacant</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">14</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">2.3%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Owner Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">508</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">83.8%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\">Renter Occupied</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">98</td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">16.2%</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"2\" height=\"15\">Source:  US Census Bureau</td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td height=\"15\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"crime\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> has a Crime &amp; Safety Committee to promote safety in our neighborhood, chaired by Mark Johnson.  Committee goals include educating residents about safety issues, recruiting block leaders, and maintaining communications with the Minneapolis Police Department and the 5th Police Precinct’s civilian Crime Prevention Specialist.\r\n\r\nFor detailed information regarding crime prevention, graffiti removal, unwanted solicitations, and other safety tips, visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police</a>.\r\n\r\nThe Kenwood neighborhood is assigned to the 5th Precinct of the Minneapolis Police Department.  If you want to receive the Precinct’s quarterly e-newsletter, please subscribe at the bottom of: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>.\r\n\r\nWanted: Block Club Leaders! – Block clubs provide a way for neighbors to know one another, increase awareness, and decrease opportunities for crimes to occur.  Want to become a block club leader?  Please contact Chelsea Adams, our 5th Precinct Crime Prevention Specialist, at: <a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> publishes a monthly e-newsletter for Kenwood residents, including up-to-date crime information along with other news and events.  Special crime alert bulletins are also distributed when needed.  To be added to our resident email distribution list, send your email address to Kathy Williams, KIAA’s Communication Committee Chair: <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>.\r\n\r\nNational Night Out (NNO) is an annual nationwide crime prevention event held in early August.  Residents participate in outdoor block parties and get to know their neighbors.  The event also promotes positive community-police partnerships in the context of a fun summer evening with family, neighbors, and friends.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">###</span></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">When to call 911</span></strong>\r\n<strong>A MESSAGE FROM A MPD CRIME PREVENTION SPECIALIST</strong>\r\n\r\nMany citizens observe suspicious activities or hear something that doesn’t seem right.  We think briefly about phoning 911, but often decide not to.  Below is a list of thoughts and facts about calling 911 that hopefully will demonstrate why we need to revise our thinking.\r\n\r\n1.) Thought:  Maybe this isn’t an emergency; is calling 911 appropriate?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> 911 is the only number in Minneapolis you can call to get a police, fire or ambulance response (examples: loud music or parties; gunshot sounds; alarms or glass being broken; unfamiliar person carrying valuable items down an alley or from a neighbor’s house; someone shouting “help”, “fire”, or “rape”; car driving slowly down the alley with its lights off; a person peering into parked cars, garages, or house windows).\r\n\r\n2.) Thought:  Will the perpetrator/s retaliate against me?\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> Officers do not identify any 911 caller when stopping or talking to a suspicious person. You may also tell the 911 operator you want to remain anonymous. In cases of misdemeanor crime, the police might need to call you and have you verify the person and what you saw. Your anonymity can still be kept.\r\n\r\n3.) Thought:  By the time the police arrive, the suspicious person/s or vehicle will be gone.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> A caller to 911 is most helpful if able to describe the person/s, vehicle/s, and direction of travel (if moving). A 911 dispatcher can send messages to an officer’s in-squad-car computer.  If the suspicious person/s or vehicles are spotted at a later time, a good description provides the officer with enough probable cause to stop and identify the person or vehicle.\r\n\r\n4.) Thought:  I don’t want to get involved; maybe someone else will call.\r\n\r\n<strong>FACT:</strong> In order to have safer streets and communities, everyone needs to help.  Call 911 whenever you witness illegal or suspicious behavior/activity. The police need the community’s eyes and ears.  Without citizen help, our Minneapolis police have a much harder time enforcing the laws and stopping criminal behavior.\r\n\r\n<strong>Chelsea Adams</strong>\r\nCrime Prevention Specialist\r\nMinneapolis Police Department, 5th Precinct\r\n3101 Nicollet Ave S,\r\nMinneapolis, MN  55408\r\n<a href=\"mailto:Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov\" target=\"_blank\">Chelsea.Adams@minneapolismn.gov</a>\r\n(612) 673-2819\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"businesses\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Businesses</strong>\r\n\r\nARTRAGEOUS ADVENTURES\r\n612-423-7554\r\n2121 W. 21st St.\r\nAmanda Vallone\r\n<a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>\r\nA kids art studio; create, play &amp; party!\r\n\r\nBIRCHBARK BOOKS                                                                                                         612-374-4023\r\n2115 W. 21st St.                                                                                         <a href=\"mailto:info@birchbarkbooks.com\">info@birchbarkbooks.com</a>                                                                        <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com </a>                                                                                                                     A full-range indie bookstore featuring American Indian arts &amp; crafts                                HOURS\r\nMon – Fri: 9:00 to 6:00\r\nSat: 10:00 to 5:00\r\nSun: 11:00 to 5:00\r\n\r\nBOCKLEY GALLERY                                                                                                          612-377-4669\r\n2123 W. 21st St.                                                                                <a href=\"mailto:information@bockleygallerv.com\">information@bockleygallerv.com</a>                                                                <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>\r\nArt gallery  EXHIBITION HOURS  Wed, Fri, Sat: Noon to 5:00  Thu: Noon to 7:00\r\n\r\nFRAMESTYLES                                                                                                                   612-374-2420\r\n2107 Penn Ave. S.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.framestyles.net\" target=\"_blank\">www.framestyles.net</a>                                                                                                                     Custom frame and gift shop                                                                                                          HOURS\r\nMon – Thu: 10:00 to 8:00\r\nFri: 10:00 to 6:00\r\nSat: 10:00 to 5:00\r\nSun: Noon to 4:00\r\n\r\nKENWOOD ELEMENTARY  SCHOOL                                                                        612-668-2760\r\n2013 Penn Ave. S.\r\nSue Payne, Community Liaison                                                      <a href=\"mailto:Kenwoodpta@yahoo.com\" target=\"_blank\">Kenwoodpta@yahoo.com</a>                                                                 <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>                                                                                       Neighborhood school - K to 5th grade\r\n\r\nKENWOOD PET CLINIC                                                                                                    612-377-5551\r\n2107 Penn Ave. S.                                                                                     <a href=\"http://www.kenwoodpetclinic.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwoodpetclinic.com</a>                                                                                                        Routine and specialized medical &amp; surgical care, including dentistry\r\nHOURS\r\nMon and Thu: 8:30 to 6:00  Tue and Wed: 8:30 to 8:00  Fri: 8:30 to 5:30\r\nSat: 8:30 to 1:00\r\n\r\nKENWOOD RECREATION  CENTER\r\n612-370-4941\r\n2101 W. Franklin Ave.                                                                     <a href=\"mailto:mmercil@minneapolisparks.org\">mmercil@minneapolisparks.org</a>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>                                                                                                  Year-round City Park offering recreational  programs for all ages. Rental space avail.\r\nHOURS\r\nNon-summer: Mon - Fri: 12:30 to 9:00             Sat: 9:00 to 3:00\r\n\r\nSummer: Mon - Thu: 12:30 to 9:00             Fri: 12:30 to 5:00\r\n\r\nSTEPHEN DEAN\'S TAILORS                                                                                           612-374-2663\r\n2102 Penn Ave. S, Lower Level                                                                                                Complete alterations for men\'s and women\'s clothing\r\nHOURS\r\nTue - Fri: 8:30 to 5:00  Sat: 9:00 to 3:00\r\n\r\n<strong>Note:</strong> Business hours are subject to  change','NEIGHBORHOOD','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-49','','','2012-02-08 13:41:08','2012-02-08 19:41:08','',11,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/02/08/11-revision-49/',0,'revision','',0),(683,2,'2013-01-03 12:01:18','2013-01-03 18:01:18','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our HOME page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Board Meetings are at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave, from 7 - 8:30 PM: open to the public, please come! </strong>The remaining meetings for the 2012-2013 year are on the following dates: January 7<sup>th</sup>, February 4<sup>th</sup>, March 4<sup>th</sup>, April 1<sup>st</sup>, and May 6<sup>th</sup> (unless the annual meeting format is changed).\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>“Lunch with Lisa”: </strong>Lisa Goodman, our Minneapolis City Council Member, provides the opportunity to talk with her about what’s on your mind and hear an interesting speaker on a topic of interest to our community. Generally held at the University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10<sup>th</sup> St, from noon - 1 PM on the 4<sup>th</sup> Wednesday of the month, these meetings will resume on October 26<sup>th</sup> and are open to the public: get there early to buy a lunch and get a good seat! For dates and to be added to Lisa’s mailing list, visit  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ANNUAL EVENTS</strong><strong>: </strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> January </strong></span>Neighborhood ice skating party, Lake of the Isles skating rink<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> February </strong></span>City of Lakes Loppet cross country ski festival; visit <a href=\"http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.cityoflakesloppet.com</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> April</strong></span> Earth Day. Neighborhood volunteers pick up garbage bags at the Kenwood Recreation Center and help clean up the area.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>April</strong></span>  Kenwood Recreation Center Annual Spring Egg Hunt.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> May  </strong></span>Kenwood Carnival, Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave S; food &amp; fun for the entire family!  Visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> Summer </strong></span>Cromulent Shakespeare Company presents a performance in Kenwood Park. See:  <a href=\"http://www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html\" target=\"_blank\">www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>October</strong></span> Twin Cities Marathon; visit <a href=\"http://www.mtcmarathon.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mtcmarathon.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ONGOING: </strong>\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Walker Library</strong>,<strong> </strong>2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers, families, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call 630-6650 for details.\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> Recreation Center</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt classes offered by <strong>ARTrageous</strong>, 2121 W. 21<sup>st </sup>St; visit <a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net/\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>.\r\n\r\nAuthor reading series at <strong>Birchbark Books</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>.\r\n\r\nChamber concerts performed by the <strong>Isles Ensemble</strong> at the Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway; visit <a href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.islesensemble.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt exhibits and receptions at the <strong>Bockley Gallery</strong>, 2123 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>.\r\n\r\nSunday suppers and other programs at <strong>Kenwood Café</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwoodcafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwoodcafe.com</a>.\r\n\r\nYouth sports are handled by <strong>WESAC Sports</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.wesac.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.wesac.org</a>.\r\n\r\nEvents at the <strong>Walker Art Cente</strong>r, 1750 Hennepin Ave; visit <a href=\"http://www.walkerart.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.walkerart.org</a>.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> E-Mail News Group</strong>:  If you would like to receive a monthly update of news and events in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send an e-mail including your name, e-mail address, and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-21','','','2013-01-03 12:01:18','2013-01-03 18:01:18','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2013/01/03/16-revision-21/',0,'revision','',0),(684,2,'2013-06-21 16:59:39','2013-06-21 21:59:39','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(check our HOME page for the latest neighborhood news)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span> Board Meetings are at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave, from 7 - 8:30 PM: open to the public, please come! </strong>The meetings are  generally held on the first Monday of the month. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>“Lunch with Lisa”: </strong>Lisa Goodman, our Minneapolis City Council Member, provides the opportunity to talk with her about what’s on your mind and hear an interesting speaker on a topic of interest to our community. Generally held at the University of St. Thomas, 30 S. 10<sup>th</sup> St, from noon - 1 PM on the 4<sup>th</sup> Wednesday of the month, these meetings will resume on October 26<sup>th</sup> and are open to the public: get there early to buy a lunch and get a good seat! For dates and to be added to Lisa’s mailing list, visit  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/ward7/</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ANNUAL EVENTS</strong><strong>: </strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> January </strong></span>Neighborhood ice skating party, Lake of the Isles skating rink<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> February </strong></span>City of Lakes Loppet cross country ski festival; visit <a href=\"http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.cityoflakesloppet.com</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> April</strong></span> Earth Day. Neighborhood volunteers pick up garbage bags at the Kenwood Recreation Center and help clean up the area.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>April</strong></span>  Kenwood Recreation Center Annual Spring Egg Hunt.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> May  </strong></span>Kenwood Carnival, Kenwood School, 2013 Penn Ave S; food &amp; fun for the entire family!  Visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwood.mpls.k12.mn.us</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong> Summer </strong></span>Cromulent Shakespeare Company presents a performance in Kenwood Park. See:  <a href=\"http://www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html\" target=\"_blank\">www.cromulentshakespeare.org/Home.html</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>October</strong></span> Twin Cities Marathon; visit <a href=\"http://www.mtcmarathon.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.mtcmarathon.org</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>ONGOING: </strong>\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Walker Library</strong>,<strong> </strong>2880 Hennepin Ave, include story times for preschoolers, families, and babies; conversation circles; book clubs; and more. Visit <a href=\"http://www.hclib.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.hclib.org</a> or call 630-6650 for details.\r\n\r\nPrograms at <strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> Recreation Center</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt classes offered by <strong>ARTrageous</strong>, 2121 W. 21<sup>st </sup>St; visit <a href=\"http://www.artrageousadventures.net/\" target=\"_blank\">www.artrageousadventures.net</a>.\r\n\r\nAuthor reading series at <strong>Birchbark Books</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events\" target=\"_blank\">www.birchbarkbooks.com/Events</a>.\r\n\r\nChamber concerts performed by the <strong>Isles Ensemble</strong> at the Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, 2020 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway; visit <a href=\"http://www.islesensemble.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.islesensemble.org</a>.\r\n\r\nArt exhibits and receptions at the <strong>Bockley Gallery</strong>, 2123 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.bockleygallery.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.bockleygallery.com</a>.\r\n\r\nSunday suppers and other programs at <strong>Kenwood Café</strong>, 2115 W. 21<sup>st</sup> St; visit <a href=\"http://www.kenwoodcafe.com/\" target=\"_blank\">www.kenwoodcafe.com</a>.\r\n\r\nYouth sports are handled by <strong>WESAC Sports</strong>; visit <a href=\"http://www.wesac.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.wesac.org</a>.\r\n\r\nEvents at the <strong>Walker Art Cente</strong>r, 1750 Hennepin Ave; visit <a href=\"http://www.walkerart.org/\" target=\"_blank\">www.walkerart.org</a>.\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood</strong><strong> E-Mail News Group</strong>:  If you would like to receive a monthly update of news and events in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send an e-mail including your name, e-mail address, and home address to Kathy Williams, Chair of the <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> Communications Committee, at <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a>','CALENDAR','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-22','','','2013-06-21 16:59:39','2013-06-21 21:59:39','',16,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2013/06/21/16-revision-22/',0,'revision','',0),(1023,2,'2014-08-17 16:45:45','2014-08-17 21:45:45','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-100','','','2014-08-17 16:45:45','2014-08-17 21:45:45','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/08/17/240-revision-100/',0,'revision','',0),(1024,2,'2014-08-27 16:41:07','2014-08-27 21:41:07','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-101','','','2014-08-27 16:41:07','2014-08-27 21:41:07','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/08/27/240-revision-101/',0,'revision','',0),(1025,2,'2014-08-27 16:41:49','2014-08-27 21:41:49','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-102','','','2014-08-27 16:41:49','2014-08-27 21:41:49','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/08/27/240-revision-102/',0,'revision','',0),(1026,2,'2014-08-27 16:42:39','2014-08-27 21:42:39','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-103','','','2014-08-27 16:42:39','2014-08-27 21:42:39','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/08/27/240-revision-103/',0,'revision','',0),(1027,2,'2014-08-27 16:45:06','2014-08-27 21:45:06','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-104','','','2014-08-27 16:45:06','2014-08-27 21:45:06','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/08/27/240-revision-104/',0,'revision','',0),(1028,2,'2014-08-27 16:45:43','2014-08-27 21:45:43','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-105','','','2014-08-27 16:45:43','2014-08-27 21:45:43','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/08/27/240-revision-105/',0,'revision','',0),(687,1,'2013-06-26 15:02:49','2013-06-26 20:02:49','','egret-red','','inherit','closed','closed','','egret-red','','','2013-06-26 15:02:49','2013-06-26 20:02:49','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif',0,'attachment','image/gif',0),(1205,2,'2015-06-05 13:46:05','2015-06-05 18:46:05','','KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 04_22_2015 Materials_THL','','inherit','closed','closed','','kiaa-swlrt-106-letter-on-04_22_2015-materials_thl','','','2015-06-05 13:46:05','2015-06-05 18:46:05','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-04_22_2015-Materials_THL.docx',0,'attachment','application/msword',0),(1206,2,'2015-04-08 13:28:29','2015-04-08 18:28:29','<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest  Light Rail (SWLRT) Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC. Her summary of the February meeting can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/CAC_Feb-24-2015-notes.docx\">CAC_Feb 24 2015 notes</a>\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe four comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials-FINAL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials FINAL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Hill &amp; Lake Press article re: SWLRT</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong> By Michael Wilson</p>\r\n<p align=\"center\">The above article can be found on the bottom part of page one of this link:</p>\r\n<a title=\"Viability of SWLRT, current alignment questioned\" href=\"http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf\">http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest LRT Update re Park Board:\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects, at their meeting on:\r\n\r\n<strong>Wednesday, March 4</strong>\r\nMeeting begins at 5:00 p.m.\r\nOpen Time is 5:30 p.m.*\r\nMinneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board\r\n2117 West River Road N  <a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcf_ppbG7-9cYjhQtnetrbWTohGFyNG3AzibZtesYx6jrPVhYVYi_GbCgyY4b3ln6Ez3xbedkmAWFBwwvZBYz39m1Ac1zk2jIaHQ6gtSsKU8_7AnAMe4p7NfsRRUP3FV7ZBnuNCvy_spUyDp8ouRJZyIP5BRl_xD68_3egXJ5kFH5Db0GlPDWSeov6gPE3vExrUindhInRrW-EWKOVRXdQ-ZrmYwPhI7rsoVW7VBVy8Dp9qnCmNikX6qe5Orqim9bkIszVJiv35QZZJRauPzWpg1TQCV8Yk4OLs9rrtjCJDcKeaLIys_j6NI6vem69H49Hk9bsFQ1TgIe38OVvWQw3_dSTUoVUC2pnimA7VEkkMGdjPHsavUox93fy78fdGZxV9YU5JYTuqhIcDWYbL0KxboAABeUSUxUF7ZoLY_jYA28jZzjG6FN1LCm-_6xrmpLbtz3qCQ8k0mQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Map</a>\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners will be voting on the following resolution:\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-70','','','2015-04-08 13:28:29','2015-04-08 18:28:29','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/04/08/46-revision-70/',0,'revision','',0),(1087,2,'2015-02-08 14:25:49','2015-02-08 20:25:49','<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, December, 2014\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe two comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found at the end of the package of comment letters contained at this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://app.e-builder.net/public/fileview_fileview_act.aspx?portaltype=8&amp;f={6A2485BF-3B84-4870-B31E-8A04FFA42D79}&amp;ExternalFormID=&amp;ExternalInstanceID=&amp;ExternalLinkID=&amp;fromViewer=\">https://app.e-builder.net/public/fileview_fileview_act.aspx?portaltype=8&amp;f={6A2485BF-3B84-4870-B31E-8A04FFA42D79}&amp;ExternalFormID=&amp;ExternalInstanceID=&amp;ExternalLinkID=&amp;fromViewer=</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-39','','','2015-02-08 14:25:49','2015-02-08 20:25:49','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/02/08/46-revision-39/',0,'revision','',0),(1085,2,'2015-02-08 14:24:55','2015-02-08 20:24:55','<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, December, 2014\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe two comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found at the end of the package of comment letters contained at this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://app.e-builder.net/public/fileview_fileview_act.aspx?portaltype=8&amp;f={6A2485BF-3B84-4870-B31E-8A04FFA42D79}&amp;ExternalFormID=&amp;ExternalInstanceID=&amp;ExternalLinkID=&amp;fromViewer=\">https://app.e-builder.net/public/fileview_fileview_act.aspx?portaltype=8&amp;f={6A2485BF-3B84-4870-B31E-8A04FFA42D79}&amp;ExternalFormID=&amp;ExternalInstanceID=&amp;ExternalLinkID=&amp;fromViewer=</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-37','','','2015-02-08 14:24:55','2015-02-08 20:24:55','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/02/08/46-revision-37/',0,'revision','',0),(1086,2,'2015-02-08 14:24:55','2015-02-08 20:24:55','<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, December, 2014\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe two comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found at the end of the package of comment letters contained at this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://app.e-builder.net/public/fileview_fileview_act.aspx?portaltype=8&amp;f={6A2485BF-3B84-4870-B31E-8A04FFA42D79}&amp;ExternalFormID=&amp;ExternalInstanceID=&amp;ExternalLinkID=&amp;fromViewer=\">https://app.e-builder.net/public/fileview_fileview_act.aspx?portaltype=8&amp;f={6A2485BF-3B84-4870-B31E-8A04FFA42D79}&amp;ExternalFormID=&amp;ExternalInstanceID=&amp;ExternalLinkID=&amp;fromViewer=</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-38','','','2015-02-08 14:24:55','2015-02-08 20:24:55','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/02/08/46-revision-38/',0,'revision','',0),(791,2,'2013-07-01 17:45:22','2013-07-01 22:45:22','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-48','','','2013-07-01 17:45:22','2013-07-01 22:45:22','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2013/07/01/240-revision-48/',0,'revision','',0),(792,2,'2014-02-01 17:27:36','2014-02-01 23:27:36','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-49','','','2014-02-01 17:27:36','2014-02-01 23:27:36','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/02/01/240-revision-49/',0,'revision','',0),(793,2,'2014-02-01 17:28:46','2014-02-01 23:28:46','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. 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The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-75','','','2014-03-31 14:27:45','2014-03-31 19:27:45','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/03/31/240-revision-75/',0,'revision','',0),(858,2,'2014-03-31 14:34:26','2014-03-31 19:34:26','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-76','','','2014-03-31 14:34:26','2014-03-31 19:34:26','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2014/03/31/240-revision-76/',0,'revision','',0),(1078,2,'2015-01-05 10:40:33','2015-01-05 16:40:33','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2015 meetings will be held on January 5, February 2, March 2, April 6, and May 4 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-117','','','2015-01-05 10:40:33','2015-01-05 16:40:33','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/01/05/240-revision-117/',0,'revision','',0),(1079,2,'2015-01-17 11:45:05','2015-01-17 17:45:05','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2015 meetings will be held on January 5, February 2, March 2, April 6, and May 4 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-118','','','2015-01-17 11:45:05','2015-01-17 17:45:05','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/01/17/240-revision-118/',0,'revision','',0),(1082,2,'2015-01-17 11:46:00','2015-01-17 17:46:00','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2015 meetings will be held on January 5, February 2, March 2, April 6, and May 4 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-119','','','2015-01-17 11:46:00','2015-01-17 17:46:00','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/01/17/240-revision-119/',0,'revision','',0),(1090,2,'2015-02-09 18:03:42','2015-02-10 00:03:42','','KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014','','inherit','closed','closed','','kiaa-106-response-to-10_17_2014-2','','','2015-02-09 18:03:42','2015-02-10 00:03:42','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20141.docx',0,'attachment','application/msword',0),(1088,2,'2015-02-09 17:54:33','2015-02-09 23:54:33','','KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014','','inherit','closed','closed','','kiaa-106-response-to-10_17_2014','','','2015-02-09 17:54:33','2015-02-09 23:54:33','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_2014.docx',0,'attachment','application/msword',0),(1084,2,'2013-10-05 16:58:17','2013-10-05 21:58:17','&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-36','','','2013-10-05 16:58:17','2013-10-05 21:58:17','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2013/10/05/46-revision-36/',0,'revision','',0),(755,2,'2013-11-01 14:09:54','2013-11-01 19:09:54','','FINALKIAA falls news pg1','','inherit','closed','closed','','finalkiaa-falls-news-pg1-2','','','2013-11-01 14:09:54','2013-11-01 19:09:54','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/FINALKIAA-falls-news-pg11.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(758,2,'2013-11-01 14:16:58','2013-11-01 19:16:58','','FINAL kiaa fall news pg2','','inherit','closed','closed','','final-kiaa-fall-news-pg2','','','2013-11-01 14:16:58','2013-11-01 19:16:58','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/FINAL-kiaa-fall-news-pg2.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(754,2,'2013-11-01 14:02:59','2013-11-01 19:02:59','','FINALKIAA falls news pg1','','inherit','closed','closed','','finalkiaa-falls-news-pg1','','','2013-11-01 14:02:59','2013-11-01 19:02:59','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/FINALKIAA-falls-news-pg1.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(745,2,'2013-10-05 17:26:44','2013-10-05 22:26:44','','KIAA Grievance Procedure','','inherit','closed','closed','','kiaa-grievance-procedure','','','2013-10-05 17:26:44','2013-10-05 22:26:44','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/KIAA-Grievance-Procedure.docx',0,'attachment','application/msword',0),(1089,2,'2015-02-09 17:54:56','2015-02-09 23:54:56','','KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)','','inherit','closed','closed','','kiaa-response-to-11_12_2014-106-materials-final-2','','','2015-02-09 17:54:56','2015-02-09 23:54:56','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(1091,2,'2015-02-09 18:04:05','2015-02-10 00:04:05','','KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014','','inherit','closed','closed','','kiaa-106-response-to-10_17_2014-3','','','2015-02-09 18:04:05','2015-02-10 00:04:05','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx',0,'attachment','application/msword',0),(1092,2,'2015-02-08 14:25:49','2015-02-08 20:25:49','<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, December, 2014\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe two comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found at the end of the package of comment letters contained at this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://app.e-builder.net/public/fileview_fileview_act.aspx?portaltype=8&amp;f={6A2485BF-3B84-4870-B31E-8A04FFA42D79}&amp;ExternalFormID=&amp;ExternalInstanceID=&amp;ExternalLinkID=&amp;fromViewer=\">https://app.e-builder.net/public/fileview_fileview_act.aspx?portaltype=8&amp;f={6A2485BF-3B84-4870-B31E-8A04FFA42D79}&amp;ExternalFormID=&amp;ExternalInstanceID=&amp;ExternalLinkID=&amp;fromViewer=</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-40','','','2015-02-08 14:25:49','2015-02-08 20:25:49','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/02/08/46-revision-40/',0,'revision','',0),(1097,2,'2015-02-23 17:49:37','2015-02-23 23:49:37','<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations. It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, December, 2014\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe two comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-44','','','2015-02-23 17:49:37','2015-02-23 23:49:37','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/02/23/46-revision-44/',0,'revision','',0),(1098,2,'2015-02-24 09:13:35','2015-02-24 15:13:35','<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, December, 2014\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe two comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-45','','','2015-02-24 09:13:35','2015-02-24 15:13:35','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/02/24/46-revision-45/',0,'revision','',0),(738,2,'2012-12-31 12:09:38','2012-12-31 18:09:38','The Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-34','','','2012-12-31 12:09:38','2012-12-31 18:09:38','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2012/12/31/46-revision-34/',0,'revision','',0),(1093,2,'2015-02-09 18:05:28','2015-02-10 00:05:28','<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, December, 2014\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected early in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe two comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board action approved funding for an engineering study of a tunnel under this channel for SWLRT instead of a bridge. Under section 4(f) of the Federal Transportation Act of 1966, use of certain park or historic properties is not allowed unless all prudent/feasible alternatives, and planning to minimize harm from the use, are investigated. The Met Council has not studied the tunnel option to the same degree as the other options, and the Park Board needs to have this information to prudently consider its obligations under 4(f) and to be able to comment on the Supplemental DEIS when it is available to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-41','','','2015-02-09 18:05:28','2015-02-10 00:05:28','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/02/09/46-revision-41/',0,'revision','',0),(739,2,'2013-10-05 16:58:17','2013-10-05 21:58:17','&nbsp;\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-35','','','2013-10-05 16:58:17','2013-10-05 21:58:17','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2013/10/05/46-revision-35/',0,'revision','',0),(748,2,'2013-10-05 17:29:16','2013-10-05 22:29:16','','KIAA Grievance Procedure','','inherit','closed','closed','','kiaa-grievance-procedure-2','','','2013-10-05 17:29:16','2013-10-05 22:29:16','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/KIAA-Grievance-Procedure1.docx',0,'attachment','application/msword',0),(719,2,'2013-06-04 08:37:28','2013-06-04 13:37:28','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nWould you like to receive neighborhood news on a timely basis, including crime alerts, special events and important neighborhood meeting updates?<strong></strong> If your answer is “yes” and you live in the Kenwood neighborhood, please send your request with your e-mail address and home address to Kathy Williams at <a href=\"mailto:kathyroyw@gmail.com\">kathyroyw@gmail.com</a> and she will add you to our e-mail distribution list. Please join today!\r\n\r\nYou are also invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. The 2013-2014 meetings will be held on July 1, September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 and May 5 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-47','','','2013-06-04 08:37:28','2013-06-04 13:37:28','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2013/06/04/240-revision-47/',0,'revision','',0),(1669,2,'2017-12-08 11:24:00','2017-12-08 17:24:00','<strong>Kenwood News January 23, 2016</strong>\r\n\r\nIn July, 2013, KIAA advanced a position statement opposing “co-location” of freight rail and SWLRT.  We continue to maintain that position, as this routing decision adds enormously to project costs without evidence that it can preserve the environment, protect quality of life, and create a safe and equitable mode of transit.\r\n\r\nSince then, the KIAA board and other Kenwood residents have engaged with planners through public processes such as environmental review, Section 106 historical review, and the Community Advisory Committee.  In this spirit, we pass along the information below.\r\n\r\n<strong>SWLRT Community Update</strong>\r\n\r\nOn Tuesday, February 2, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene will host a community update on SWLRT, \"to discuss project goals and opportunities for community input in 2016.\"  SWLRT Project Office staff will be joined by staff from the City of Minneapolis and Hennepin County. Please come with your questions and concerns. St. Paul\'s Episcopal Church, 1917 Logan Avenue South, February 2nd 6:00 to 7:00 PM\r\n\r\n<strong> Proposed SWLRT Station Names</strong>\r\n\r\nIt seems like putting the cart before the horse, but the Met Council is considering different names for the proposed 21st Street station and the proposed Penn Ave station.  For Penn, they\'re proposing \"Bryn Mawr station.\"  For 21st Street, they are proposing \"Kenwood station\" or \"Cedar Lake station.\"  If you would like to weigh in or propose a different name, please contact any KIAA Board member or KIAA at your earliest convenience.\r\n\r\nKIAA Chair Jeanette Colby: jmcolby@earthlink.net; KIAA55405@gmail.com\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest  Light Rail (SWLRT) Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC.\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe four comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-04_22_2015-Materials_THL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 04_22_2015 Materials_THL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials-FINAL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials FINAL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Hill &amp; Lake Press article re: SWLRT</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong> By Michael Wilson</p>\r\n<p align=\"center\">The above article can be found on the bottom part of page one of this link:</p>\r\n<a title=\"Viability of SWLRT, current alignment questioned\" href=\"http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf\">http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest LRT Update re Park Board:\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects.\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners voted on the following resolution:\r\n\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Community Update on SWLRT: </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>What 2015 Holds</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Kenwood Rec Center Gym </strong>\r\n<strong>2101 West Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis,MN </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Wednesday, January 21st, 6-8 PM</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"></h1>\r\nThis event is hosted by Hennepin County District 3 Commissioner Marion Greene and co-sponsored by the Cedar-Isles-Dean Neighborhood Association (CIDNA), the Cedar Lake Park Association (CLPA) and the Kenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA). In response to feedback from these neighborhood groups, the meeting will offer presentations by the County and Southwest Light Rail Project Office, rather than an open house, with ample time for questions and answers. It has also been requested that the staff identify future opportunities for meaningful community input into the planning process. Commissioner Greene and other presenters will begin at 6 pm and answer questions afterwards, starting sometime between 7 and 7:30. Questions may be submitted to Marion Green in advance or asked at the meeting. <a href=\"mailto:Marion.Greene@hennepin.us\" target=\"_blank\">Marion.Greene@hennepin.us</a>\r\n\r\nCommissioner Greene states: \"All are welcome; we anticipate this meeting being of greatest interest to people who live in the area of the West Lake, 21st Street, or Kenwood side of the Penn Avenue Stations, who want to know how the project will move forward in 2015, and ways to get involved.\"\r\n\r\n~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\r\n<h1><strong>How should the City of Minneapolis gauge its success?</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe City of Minneapolis has launched a project soliciting public input on how the City can know it is achieving its goals.  For example, what does \"Living Well\" (one of the five City goals) mean to those who live, work, and play in Minneapolis?  Does it mean connected neighborhoods?  Access to amenities? Safe streets?\r\n\r\nThrough the project, the City is looking for input from the community to help define what success looks like.  through community outreach and online engagement, the City wants to hear from folks on what Minneapolis looks like when the City achieves its goals.\r\n\r\nFolks are encouraged to share their thoughts using an online engagement tool (Success.MinneapolisMN.gov) now until Feb. 6 and encourage others in Minneapolis to also weigh in with their feedback.  Because the online engagement tool uses crowdsourcing technology, the information within the tool will update in real time to display the changing input and ideas of its users.  Log in often to submit new ideas and vote on new information!  It\'s quick and easy to participate, and you can spend as much or as little time within the tool as you want.\r\n\r\nThe City is using tailored engagement strategies to ensure it gets a variety of perspectives from a wide range of communities including cultural communities, GLBTQA, seniors, youth, and City employees.  The community will have opportunities to provide input through community listening sessions and paper surveys in addition to the online engagement tool.\r\n\r\nOnce the engagement period closes, City staff will develop measures for the most popular themes within each City goal.  Thank you for participating in this important project.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nINPUT NEEDED on KIAA\'s Response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for Light Rail Line\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on a response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. <strong>KIAA\'s draft response can be found on the LRT page of this website:</strong><a title=\"LRT\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/\">http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/</a> . Please provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net \">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a> or by attending KIAA\'s December 3rdmeeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). Please also consider submitting your own response to the DEIS by following the instructions on the Southwest Transitway web site, <a href=\"http://southwesttransit.org\">southwesttransit.org</a>.\r\n\r\nLRT Public Hearings\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\nThe next KIAA meeting  is Monday, <strong>November 5th </strong>from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center and we expect discussion of the DEIS to be on the agenda. All Kenwood residents are invited to the meeting, as always.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-84','','','2017-12-08 11:24:00','2017-12-08 17:24:00','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/12/08/46-revision-84/',0,'revision','',0),(1670,2,'2017-12-08 11:26:20','2017-12-08 17:26:20','<strong>Kenwood News January 23, 2016</strong>\r\n\r\nIn July, 2013, KIAA advanced a position statement opposing “co-location” of freight rail and SWLRT.  We continue to maintain that position, as this routing decision adds enormously to project costs without evidence that it can preserve the environment, protect quality of life, and create a safe and equitable mode of transit.\r\n\r\nSince then, the KIAA board and other Kenwood residents have engaged with planners through public processes such as environmental review, Section 106 historical review, and the Community Advisory Committee.  In this spirit, we pass along the information below.\r\n\r\n<strong>SWLRT Community Update</strong>\r\n\r\nOn Tuesday, February 2, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene will host a community update on SWLRT, \"to discuss project goals and opportunities for community input in 2016.\"  SWLRT Project Office staff will be joined by staff from the City of Minneapolis and Hennepin County. Please come with your questions and concerns. St. Paul\'s Episcopal Church, 1917 Logan Avenue South, February 2nd 6:00 to 7:00 PM\r\n\r\n<strong> Proposed SWLRT Station Names</strong>\r\n\r\nIt seems like putting the cart before the horse, but the Met Council is considering different names for the proposed 21st Street station and the proposed Penn Ave station.  For Penn, they\'re proposing \"Bryn Mawr station.\"  For 21st Street, they are proposing \"Kenwood station\" or \"Cedar Lake station.\"  If you would like to weigh in or propose a different name, please contact any KIAA Board member or KIAA at your earliest convenience.\r\n\r\nKIAA Chair Jeanette Colby: jmcolby@earthlink.net; KIAA55405@gmail.com\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTo: Mark Fuhrman, Southwest Project Office\r\n\r\nJim Alexander, Southwest Project Office\r\n\r\nMarch 3, 2014\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) renews its strong objection to routing both freight rail and light rail (LRT) in the Kenilworth Corridor. While many reasons exist for this position, these comments refer specifically to the recent Water Resources Draft and Freight Rail Location Alternatives reports released at the end of January.\r\n\r\nThe necessity of colocating freight and light rail in the same corridor is a direct result of Hennepin County’s lack of planning in designing the Locally Preferred Alignment (LPA) that includes the Kenilworth Corridor. Because of this failure, the plan to move freight to St. Louis Park has been rejected for a variety of reasons (some relevant and some not). Minneapolis renewed its objection to the colocation of both enterprises in the corridor and, as a compromise, the Met Council recommended placing the LRT in a shallow tunnel. We believe that this compromise is short sighted at best and without more complete study PRIOR TO ANY MUNICIPAL CONSENT may in the long run prove disastrous.\r\n\r\nThe conclusions of Burns and McDonnell (independent consultants hired by the Met Council) of the shallow tunnel plan and its effect on the water resources of the corridor were summarized in the presentation to the Corridor Management Committee (CMC) on February 20, 2014. To us, those findings raise more questions than provide assurances. A few of those conclusions and our concerns are:\r\n\r\n1. “Add lateral and nested piezometers.” This recommendation is meant to substantiate the conclusion that shallow tunnels will not interfere with groundwater movement and activity. Shouldn’t that be established BEFORE the decision is made to bury the LRT tracks in a tunnel?\r\n\r\n2. “Complete a comprehensive capacity analysis for sanitary and storm sewer systems.” If an analysis is needed, and those systems prove to be deficient, what will it cost to upgrade them and who will pay for it? How will those costs effect the overall project budget, and shouldn’t they be known before a decision is made?\r\n\r\n3. “Complete a Phase II Environmental Site Assessment.” Again, why should Minneapolis be asked to provide municipal consent for this project without knowing the results of this assessment? A Phase II study is especially important in this corridor because it carried freight traffic for many years, during a time when environmental concerns were not as important as they are now. Why would the Met Council want to go forward with this project without having the Phase II results that may show more funds will be required to clean up the corridor before any digging into the groundwater can be initiated?\r\n\r\nBarr Engineering, consultants hired by the city of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, raises other issues (also described in the CMC meeting presentation) that we believe need to be resolved before the project is approved and begun. Paramount among these issues is their first concern: “The effectiveness of sheet pile sealing and seal pour performance.” Barr Engineering is concerned with the effectiveness of the seals needed to connect about thirty 150’ concrete, rectangular tunnels sitting in eight feet of groundwater. To us, this part of the design is the linchpin in the plan that, if it fails, may have significant and irreversible consequences for the Chain of Lakes system in Minneapolis. We believe that the risk of a failure of this design, even though it may be small, is larger than the city of Minneapolis should ever be asked to take. For that reason, and for the others listed above, we believe the shallow tunnel as a compromise to at-grade colocation fails as a viable alternative.\r\n\r\nIn addition to the water issues described above, KIAA has great concern for any permanent placement of rail in the Kenilworth Corridor. To begin with, the City of Minneapolis has been clear for many years that any placement of light rail in this corridor requires the permanent removal of freight rail. KIAA believes, like the City of Minneapolis, that the existence of light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor, either at grade or in a shallow tunnel, constitutes colocation of the two and is unacceptable. Like the city, KIAA has taken this position since the current LPA was chosen and we have not changed our opinion.\r\n\r\nIn addition to this violation of the basic premise for acceptance of the LPA by the City of Minneapolis, KIAA also believes that any plan for colocation of freight and LRT is incomplete and has not addressed important issues:\r\n\r\n1. What measures to make freight (in addition to light rail) safe and livable in the community will be taken, and at what cost?\r\n\r\n2. What will be the environmental impact of a tunnel option, including crash walls (impact on wildlife, vegetation, noise, and trail and park users.)\r\n\r\n3. Who will assume liability if freight stays in the Kenilworth Corridor? Up until now, Twin City and Western Railroad (TC&amp;W) has assumed full liability while running trains in the corridor because they believed placement of freight rail was “temporary” (according to Jim Alexander of the Southwest Project Office at the community meeting at the Jones Harrison Residence on June of 2013). Is Twin City and Western Railroad asking for another entity to share liability for any accident that happens in the corridor? If that is the case, who will bear the cost of this shared liability?\r\n\r\n4. Why is TC&amp;W now suggesting that a right of way of less than 25 feet from the center of their track is acceptable in the Kenilworth Corridor when it was stated earlier that 25 feet was the minimum industry standard?\r\n\r\n5. Perhaps most importantly, what assurance will the City of Minneapolis receive that the money for shallow tunnels will be available if colocation is implemented against its will? If those assurances cannot be made, when will all the issues and concerns relating to at-grade co-location be addressed?\r\n\r\nKIAA, a totally volunteer neighborhood organization, has been involved in the discussions regarding the Southwest LRT project since before the LPA was chosen. We objected to that LPA for a variety of reasons but once chosen we shifted our focus to mitigating the effect of 220 trains traveling between two lakes and separating our neighborhood. Because members of the board, and numerous residents of the neighborhood, feel a strong sense of responsibility for our neighborhood and the environment, we have felt compelled to add our voices in defense of Minneapolis. Neighbors spent a day discussing and designing the station area. We attended numerous meetings that discussed everything from transit oriented development to effects on traffic in the neighborhood. All of these discussions began with the premise that freight would not be part of the Kenilworth Corridor if it was to be used for LRT.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest  Light Rail (SWLRT) Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC.\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe four comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-04_22_2015-Materials_THL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 04_22_2015 Materials_THL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials-FINAL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials FINAL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Hill &amp; Lake Press article re: SWLRT</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong> By Michael Wilson</p>\r\n<p align=\"center\">The above article can be found on the bottom part of page one of this link:</p>\r\n<a title=\"Viability of SWLRT, current alignment questioned\" href=\"http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf\">http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest LRT Update re Park Board:\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects.\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners voted on the following resolution:\r\n\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Community Update on SWLRT: </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>What 2015 Holds</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Kenwood Rec Center Gym </strong>\r\n<strong>2101 West Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis,MN </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Wednesday, January 21st, 6-8 PM</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"></h1>\r\nThis event is hosted by Hennepin County District 3 Commissioner Marion Greene and co-sponsored by the Cedar-Isles-Dean Neighborhood Association (CIDNA), the Cedar Lake Park Association (CLPA) and the Kenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA). In response to feedback from these neighborhood groups, the meeting will offer presentations by the County and Southwest Light Rail Project Office, rather than an open house, with ample time for questions and answers. It has also been requested that the staff identify future opportunities for meaningful community input into the planning process. Commissioner Greene and other presenters will begin at 6 pm and answer questions afterwards, starting sometime between 7 and 7:30. Questions may be submitted to Marion Green in advance or asked at the meeting. <a href=\"mailto:Marion.Greene@hennepin.us\" target=\"_blank\">Marion.Greene@hennepin.us</a>\r\n\r\nCommissioner Greene states: \"All are welcome; we anticipate this meeting being of greatest interest to people who live in the area of the West Lake, 21st Street, or Kenwood side of the Penn Avenue Stations, who want to know how the project will move forward in 2015, and ways to get involved.\"\r\n\r\n~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\r\n<h1><strong>How should the City of Minneapolis gauge its success?</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe City of Minneapolis has launched a project soliciting public input on how the City can know it is achieving its goals.  For example, what does \"Living Well\" (one of the five City goals) mean to those who live, work, and play in Minneapolis?  Does it mean connected neighborhoods?  Access to amenities? Safe streets?\r\n\r\nThrough the project, the City is looking for input from the community to help define what success looks like.  through community outreach and online engagement, the City wants to hear from folks on what Minneapolis looks like when the City achieves its goals.\r\n\r\nFolks are encouraged to share their thoughts using an online engagement tool (Success.MinneapolisMN.gov) now until Feb. 6 and encourage others in Minneapolis to also weigh in with their feedback.  Because the online engagement tool uses crowdsourcing technology, the information within the tool will update in real time to display the changing input and ideas of its users.  Log in often to submit new ideas and vote on new information!  It\'s quick and easy to participate, and you can spend as much or as little time within the tool as you want.\r\n\r\nThe City is using tailored engagement strategies to ensure it gets a variety of perspectives from a wide range of communities including cultural communities, GLBTQA, seniors, youth, and City employees.  The community will have opportunities to provide input through community listening sessions and paper surveys in addition to the online engagement tool.\r\n\r\nOnce the engagement period closes, City staff will develop measures for the most popular themes within each City goal.  Thank you for participating in this important project.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nINPUT NEEDED on KIAA\'s Response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for Light Rail Line\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on a response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. <strong>KIAA\'s draft response can be found on the LRT page of this website:</strong><a title=\"LRT\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/\">http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/</a> . Please provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net \">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a> or by attending KIAA\'s December 3rdmeeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). Please also consider submitting your own response to the DEIS by following the instructions on the Southwest Transitway web site, <a href=\"http://southwesttransit.org\">southwesttransit.org</a>.\r\n\r\nLRT Public Hearings\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\nThe next KIAA meeting  is Monday, <strong>November 5th </strong>from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center and we expect discussion of the DEIS to be on the agenda. All Kenwood residents are invited to the meeting, as always.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-85','','','2017-12-08 11:26:20','2017-12-08 17:26:20','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/12/08/46-revision-85/',0,'revision','',0),(1672,2,'2017-12-08 10:52:45','2017-12-08 16:52:45','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2017 meetings continue on October 2, November 6, and December 4.\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-177','','','2017-12-08 10:52:45','2017-12-08 16:52:45','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/12/08/240-revision-177/',0,'revision','',0);
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (1680,2,'2017-11-20 17:56:23','2017-11-20 23:56:23','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(click on a topic below to view)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#what\">What is KIAA?</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#message\">Message from KIAA Chair</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#listing\">Listing of Board Members</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#join\">Join a Committee</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#support\">Support Our Neighborhood</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#minutes\">KIAA Board Meeting Minutes</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Bylaws_2011.pdf\">KIAA bylaws (click for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-EEO-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA EEO Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-ADA-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA ADA Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/KIAA-Grievance-Procedure1.docx\">KIAA Grievance Procedure</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"what\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>What is KIAA ?</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Isles Area Association</strong> <strong></strong>is a volunteer organization of Kenwood residents who, since 1962, have worked together in a collaborative effort to address issues and matters related to maintaining and improving the quality of life in our neighborhood. The neighborhood-elected Board of Directors generally meets the 1st Monday of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. These meetings are open to the public. The topics of discussion include:\r\n\r\nA City Council update from Lisa Goodman, our City Council representative\r\n\r\nA Treasurer’s report\r\n\r\nCommittee updates\r\n\r\nOther neighborhood updates/news\r\n\r\nWe invite you to attend our meetings and to become involved in the neighborhood by joining the Board or serving on one of our committees: Communications, Crime and Safety, Events/Special Projects, Light Rail Transit (LRT), Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP), and Zoning.\r\n\r\nWe also invite you to participate in our neighborhood events which include:\r\n\r\nThe City of Lakes Loppet and neighborhood skating party in late January/early February\r\n\r\nOur annual neighborhood meeting in May\r\n\r\nSpecial events in Kenwood Park during the summer\r\n\r\nThe Twin Cities Marathon in early October.\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA Mission Statement</strong> – To build a strong community in the Kenwood-Isles area by providing leadership, information on local matters, and a forum for issues resolution.\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Mascot</strong>, Egret (Why the Egret you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Color</strong>, Red (Why red you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\"><img title=\"egret-red\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"448\" height=\"261\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"listing\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Shawn Smith (Chair)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Larry Moran (Vice Chair) </strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Jack Levi (Secretary)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:jack@levicapital.com\">jack@levicapital.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Matthew Spies (Treasurer)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>matthew.spies@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Michael Bono</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:mbono@brocade.com\">mbono@brocade.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Mark Brown</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:pluim2020@aol.com\">M</a>ark@AcceleratedInnovations.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong><a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><a href=\"mailto:angie_sandeep@yahoo.com\">angie_sandeep@yahoo.c</a>om\r\n\r\n<strong>Carl Goldstein</strong>\r\n\r\ncarl@wordsonfire.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Kyle Leier</strong>\r\n\r\nKyleier@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeremy Nichols</strong>\r\n\r\njsn@umn.edu\r\n\r\n<strong>Will Stensrud</strong>\r\n\r\nwillstensrud@gmail.com\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div><strong>Join a Committee</strong> – The <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> would love to have more neighborhood participation on our standing committees. We need your ideas on how to make the <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> even better and more relevant to everyone in the neighborhood. Any one who lives or owns property in the Kenwood neighborhood is eligible to join. If you are interested in participating, please contact any of the committee members listed:</div>\r\n<table width=\"810\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Communications </strong>(Chair is vacant) –This committee works toward better communication among neighbors, KIAA Board members, and other organizations and entities. It also works to promote the Kenwood neighborhood.Responsibilities include:</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Publishing the semi-annual KIAA newsletter and monthly e-newsletter</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the KIAA web site</li>\r\n	<li>Creating/maintaining the neighborhood welcome kit</li>\r\n	<li>Developing communication materials and methods</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the neighborhood e-mail distribution list</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong> Chair is Mark Johnson – <a href=\"mailto:mjruns26@gmail.com\">mjruns26@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee works to promote safety in the Kenwood neighborhood.Goals include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Keeping the community safe</li>\r\n	<li>Educating residents about safety issues</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating information about crimes in the area in a timely and accurate manner</li>\r\n	<li>Recruiting block leaders</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining a relationship with the Minneapolis Police Dept. and Crime Prevention Specialist</li>\r\n	<li>For more information or to subscribe to the quarterly e-newsletter for our precinct (the 5th) visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>or text SPOTLIGHT to 22828.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Events/Special Projects</strong> Chair is Amy Lucas – <a href=\"mailto:amylucas@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">amymlucas@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee plans neighborhood events and works with the Kenwood Recreation Center staff and other neighborhood associations to co-sponsor events. It also addresses issues of current interest to neighborhood residents and ensures KIAA representation on community task forces.Some of the annual events coordinated by this committee are:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Skating party</li>\r\n	<li>Earth day/community cleanup day</li>\r\n	<li>Neighborhood Annual Meeting</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>LRT</strong> Chair is Jeanette Colby – <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\" target=\"_blank\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\nHennepin County and the Met Council are planning a light rail line (SWLRT) between Eden Prairie and downtown Minneapolis that would run along the Kenilworth Trail through the Kenwood neighborhood. KIAA has taken an active role in advocating for high design standards and mitigation that protect our parks and neighborhood.Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Attending community meetings</li>\r\n	<li>Drafting resolutions</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with the KIAA Board and neighbors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong></strong><strong>NRP </strong>Chair position is vacant\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as liaison with the Minneapolis Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) and with the new Minneapolis Neighborhood &amp; Community Relations (NCR) Department.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Management of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Solicitation of neighborhood projects to be recipients of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Completion of required paperwork</li>\r\n	<li>Development and implementation of our NRP Phase II plan</li>\r\n	<li>Communication with NRP staff and neighborhood activists citywide regarding NRP matters</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and written materials required by new Minneapolis NCR Department</li>\r\n	<li>Frequent updates regarding NRP and Minneapolis NCR/NCEC matters at KIAA Board meetings</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Zoning</strong> Chair is Larry Moran – <a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as the liaison between neighborhood homeowners seeking variances or conditional use permits and the KIAA Board.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Responding to neighbor’s questions regarding neighborhood zoning rules</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating the variance or conditional use permit process to neighbors</li>\r\n	<li>Meeting with neighbors to review any variance or conditional use permit requests</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with Minneapolis zoning and planning officials</li>\r\n	<li>Presenting requests for variances or conditional use permits to the KIAA Board</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"support\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Support Our Neighborhood – </strong>Your membership helps<strong> KIAA</strong> support neighborhood projects and events. Click on the link below to download a PDF of the membership form, then print out the form:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?attachment_id=113\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-113\">KIAA_Membership form (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform.gif\"><img title=\"KIAA Membership Form\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform-150x150.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p align=\"left\"></p>\r\nNovember 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Prior to the public meeting, at 6:30pm, a closed pre-meeting was held where the current contractor/consultant role and candidates were discussed.  No recommendation was made to the full board.</p>\r\n Also, a motion to approve up to $75 for cookies for the winter ice skating party on Lake of the Isles was approved between meetings by email on 11/1/2017.\r\n\r\nKIAA Board met on 11/06/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Mike Bono, Carl Goldstein, Jeremy Nichols, Mark Brown.\r\n\r\nAbsent: Kyle Leier\r\n\r\nThe Agenda was approved unanimously\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong><strong></strong>\r\n\r\nStreet sweeping is ongoing; please remind neighbors not to rake the leaves from their yard to the curb. The last day for yard waste is Tuesday 11/14/17.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Allina now is making grants available for their Neighborhood Health Connection program; KIAA falls into the category that makes it eligible for this grant and may want to apply to support East Cedar Beach activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Wednesday, November 29 is the date for the City of Minneapolis budget hearing for 2018 at the City Council meeting; please call in advance if you want to come to the meeting to provide public testimony.</li>\r\n	<li>A short term rental ordinance is forthcoming. It would apply to Airbnb or anyone who wants to rent their homes; if the sharing economy is the future, it must be fairly regulated. The regulation is summarized as follows:  If you live in your house, there is no limit as to how many rooms you can rent and you pay no fee. If you don’t live in the house, but you are there sometimes you pay a fee of $46/year. If you don’t live in the house and renting it, the property must be registered and a rental license is necessary.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Community Oven –</strong><strong> Rico Morales, Angie Erdrich</strong><strong></strong>\r\n\r\nKingfield built a community oven and they keep it on the grounds of the communities’ Center for Performing Arts Building; the purpose of this oven is to foster community building. It has been successful. Rico, who is behind the Kingfield project is suggesting that KIAA could have a temporary oven (one that can be assembled and then dismantled) to reduce the food expense for KIAA’s annual meeting. However, this still puts the burden of the food as well as the labor to install and cook, on KIAA. After considering this possibility, KIAA does not believe that this is a viable option.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Warming House on Lake of the Isles – Shawn Smith:</strong><strong></strong>\r\n\r\nA committee of East Isles Residents’ Association is advancing a project to renovate and “refresh” the Lake of the Isles warming house. They would use about $25,000 in NRP funds to paint, install a new metal roof, and replace windows and doors.  EIRA’s budget is not enough to fund other improvements, such as new carpeting or outdoor decking.  These would bring the total cost of renovation to $39,950.  EIRA approached KIAA to ask if KIAA would consider funding part of these expenses.\r\n\r\nJeanette clarified that this is not the same project that had been presented to KIAA earlier; that planning group was not part of the EIRA group.  The EIRA proposal is not a replacement of the warming house and does not address all the current structure’s problems, such as the large expense of moving the building into place, removing and storing it.  The EIRA design had not been shared with any other neighborhood, but a meeting was to be held on November 8th for anyone interested.\r\n\r\nShawn and Larry pointed out the this is a Park Board asset and should be maintained by the Park Board, especially since a significant tax increase passed last year to maintain and improve park properties.  It was decided that KIAA is not in a position to fund these expenses.\r\n\r\n<strong>NRP/CPP</strong><strong> – Shawn Smith:</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey and subsequent planning, Shawn Smith and Matt Spies recommended the following allocation for KIAA’s priorities:\r\n\r\nSWLRT mitigation $900\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Beach activities including police spending $5,000\r\n\r\nLakes of the Isles landscaping or improvements $2,000\r\n\r\nKenwood Park, Kenwood school $3,000\r\n\r\nKIAA communications and stipends, $10,000\r\n\r\nThe board voted and approved this allocation unanimously.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFollowing the November meeting, on 11/14/2017, Chair Smith sent an email stating that KIAA has now officially filed its NRP/CPP stemming from our discussion at our November meeting.  We are all set for the 2017-2019 \"triennium\".\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOctober 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 10/02/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors that are present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Mike Bono, Carl Goldstein, Jeremy Nichols\r\n\r\nAbsent: Kyle Leier, Jeanette Colby, Mark Brown\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>October 25 is Lunch with Lisa at noon at St Thomas Opus Hall, in room 202. The head of the Super Bowl committee will be there to talk about family events during the Super Bowl.</li>\r\n	<li>October street sweeping: Starts October 16 and will last four weeks</li>\r\n	<li>1988 Sheridan will be applying for a variance for an addition to the existing home</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting for the November 7 elections has started for \"City Municipal\" elections for Mayor, City Council, Park Board, and Board of Estimate and Taxation</li>\r\n	<li>City of Minneapolis exceeds $1billion in permits for 2017; this number excludes the stadium.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Budget – Matt Spies, Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn learned about regulations concerning CPP funds from the City of Minneapolis.  They need to be identified as part of the NRP funding application.  The board approved proactively allocating the money in the next three year cycle vs having a public notice and 21 day waiting period any time monies would be allocated.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn spoke to Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto and asked for his perspective on the 95 police reports written in 2017; even though this number is higher than 2016, the Chief found this not alarming because in 2017 they were watching the beach more carefully, including observing activities from a distance with binoculars and that extra surveillance drove the increase. KIAA allocated $5000 for the 2017 season for extra police hours, of which $2820 was used.</li>\r\n	<li>The Board emphasized the importance of starting the patrols early in 2018 in order to establish a presence early to have a safe start to the 2018 beach season.</li>\r\n	<li>The KIAA annual meeting food expenses are not reimbursable by the City. Matt is in favor of reducing food expenses for the KIAA annual meeting and to put more effort, throughout the year, towards raising more money for expenses not reimbursable by the City.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Community Oven – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\nKingfield built a community oven and they keep it on the ground of the communities’ Arts Building; the purpose of this oven is to foster community building and it has been successful. KIAA is considering a temporary oven to be used at the annual gathering to reduce food expense.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>Will Stensrud</strong>:\r\n\r\nThe portable saunas from the “612 Sauna Society” are set to go on the 21st, 22nd, 28<sup>th</sup> and 29th of October at Hidden Beach. They will be open 3 sessions each of those evenings; each session will accommodate 8 reservations online. The cost is $20 for a spot.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hidden Beach – Will Stensrud: </strong>\r\n\r\nWill has had conversations with Keith Prussing regarding a concert at Hidden Beach; Keith is in support of live acoustic music at the beach in 2018. The aim is to have 100-150 people attending.\r\n\r\nRandolph Findley of the Shakespeare production Company has agreed to have some of the productions for the summer of 2018 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nWill is looking at scheduling a committee meeting; the committee currently consists of Mark Brown, Matt Spies and Will Stensrud.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>Community Communications – Shawn Smith:</strong>\r\n\r\nKIAA current has a paid consultant to manage the KIAA newsletter, the website, and other communications.  The annual stipend is $5000.  As the current consultant contract has expired, KIAA is opening up a search for any interested individuals to apply.  Please email Chair Shawn Smith at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> by October 23rd if interested in applying.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on November 6, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>September 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKIAA Board met on 9/12/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Angie Erdrich, Kyle Leier, Will Stensrud. Directors absent: Mike Bono, Carl Goldstein, Mark Brown, Jeremy Nichols.  Also present: Councilmember Lisa Goodman, Jake Warner, Jean Deatrick.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the “60% design review regarding Peavey Plaza”. One of the decisions made so far is that there will be no public restrooms at the Plaza, but the MN Orchestra will be providing a restroom for the public.</li>\r\n	<li>In October, the Superbowl committee is giving out $100,000 and organizing lots of kids’ activities.</li>\r\n	<li>October street sweeping: the City is looking at a 4-5 week window. Date for starting has not established yet.</li>\r\n	<li>The Mayor delivered the budget today. Details at: <a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/mayor/news/WCMSP-204780\">http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/mayor/news/WCMSP-204780</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis early voting date is September 22, 2017</li>\r\n	<li>So far, 45,000 households signed up for organic recycling in Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>The Graves Foundation is proposing a facility near Hennepin &amp; Franklin for affordable youth housing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Thrill Kenwood, Clothing Swap &amp; other topics  - Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n\r\nThrill Kenwood will happen again this year, and $2,150 is needed for the budget. Shawn asked that KIAA approve a $750 contribution. The motion was approved by KIAA, unanimously.\r\n\r\nKenwood neighbors have expressed an interest in holding a clothing swap.  Angie Erdrich requested the KIAA sponsor this activity, as it is an opportunity to both support re-use and build community.  It could be held at the Kenwood Rec Center for a $75 room rental fee.  The board unanimously approved a $75 expenditure for this activity. Funding was supported as it ties to KIAA neighborhood priorities to build more neighborhood connections at the Rec Center.\r\n\r\nKIAA approved up to $300 to sponsor a Ward 7 candidate forum.  Funding will come from NRP money where expenses qualify for reimbursement. The forum will be at the St Paul Episcopal church on Sept 28 at 7pm.\r\n\r\nThere is a shortage of election judges this year; everyone is encouraged to apply for the vacancies.\r\n\r\nThere will be a modified grievance policy regarding KIAA and all other neighborhood associations. This means that, if someone objects to the way an association allocates funds, they can bring a grievance. More information on this will be available shortly.\r\n\r\nLouise Erdrich/Birch Bark Books new additional location update: Still being renovated; it will be an extension of the book store; there may be some other social activities there.\r\n\r\nMany neighborhoods do Happy Hour gatherings; should KIAA do something like that? At Bockley Gallery? TBD.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>How to make Cedar Lake a Better Place – Jake (Ron) Werner</strong>\r\n\r\nJake Werner came prepared with a slide presentation to make a case for a more orderly, better groomed area all around Cedar Lake. Jake would like to see funding for a paved path around Cedar Lake and removal of downed trees and invasive Buckthorn. The scope of the Lake goes beyond just Kenwood; it involves two other neighborhoods and therefore coordination with them is important.\r\n\r\nThis discussion arose in the context of ideas for possible structural changes at East Cedar Beach that could lead to a safer and more welcoming environment for everyone.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>Will Stensrud</strong>: The sauna in the application process; it will no longer be a summer-end activity, but the process is on track for a later opening; Will continues to talk to them to see where things are at.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hidden Beach – Jack Levi</strong>\r\n\r\nJack and Will talked about having the Shakespeare in the Park Series at East Cedar Beach (in addition to the existing locations). More ideas for Hidden Beach activities are encouraged and they should be brought to the KIAA board meeting next month for discussion or emailed to Will Stensrud, East Cedar Beach Committee Chair, <a href=\"mailto:willstensrud@gmail.com\">willstensrud@gmail.com</a>.  The East Cedar Beach committee will begin planning for next year this fall, so activities will be ready as soon as the weather warms next spring.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:37 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on October 2, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 7/10/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center<ins cite=\"mailto:Lucas%20Lucas\" datetime=\"2012-07-16T18:56\"></ins></p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Absent:  Mark Brown.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the  “50% design regarding Peavey Plaza”</li>\r\n	<li>The Penn/Oliver reconstruction project continues; the Penn Ave S setback has been approved. You can go to the Penn Oliver website for more information. Hard finish will be before 8/25/17, before school starts</li>\r\n	<li>The home on 2431 W22nd St is a potential teardown: No news yet regarding this property</li>\r\n	<li>Aug 1, 2017 is National Night Out: Permit application is by July 18<sup>th</sup> to avoid $100 fee.</li>\r\n	<li>Kmart on Lake St: The City is thinking about alternative locations for KMart. The City owns the land and building and the lease expires in 2050. Kmart’s demands are currently not acceptable to the City, so there is a deadlock for now on negotiations.</li>\r\n	<li>Regarding the 35W reconstruction: Starting in August, Interstate 35W will be under construction between I-94 in downtown Minneapolis and 46th Street. Bridges across 35W will be repaired or reconstructed.</li>\r\n	<li>The Pirate Mermaid event is on July 15 1-3pm. Need help with pirate booty and lemonade; Jeanette has offered to help.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a photo area for families to take pictures</li>\r\n	<li>Has KIAA done a neighborhood walking tour? Amanda thinks it would be a good idea. She will propose something.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake event – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The family event that took place in June resulted in commotion at the beach. The police presence diminished after that.  Then, another day following this commotion, there was a fight at the beach, followed by confrontation between the beachgoers and the police.  Following these events, KIAA met with the police; Matt sent a memo to the KIAA Board regarding this meeting with the police 2 weeks ago.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding encampments at Hidden Beach (as well as around South Minneapolis).</li>\r\n	<li>Ron wants to go over photos for ideas regarding paths for walking around the Hidden Beach area, as well as other parts of Cedar Lake. KIAA would like to hear his ideas and then form a committee to steer ideas into reality.</li>\r\n	<li>South Cedar Beach will be re-designed as a result of a private donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>John Peterson</strong>\r\n\r\nThis organization makes saunas available by bringing the sauna to the public. It is a mobile sauna 20X8 ft. John was referred to the park board to obtain a permit.\r\n\r\nThe company is now a coop and they are trying to expand. They currently have 141 members.\r\n\r\nJohn would like to do an event in August 2017 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nJeanette raised the issue that beach goers should be invited to make reservations, not just Kenwood residents. In general, the KIAA board that this would support the KIAA objective for positive programming at the beach.\r\n\r\nThe Motion for sauna operation at Hidden Beach by Will was approved by all.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\nMatt gave a KIAA financial report covering current account balances and monthly financial activity.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>2017 Neighborhood Priority Plan– Mike Bono</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe following was approved by the KIAA Board today:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) is participating in the Community Participation Program (CPP) for Minneapolis neighborhood organizations. CPP is a city program designed to give residents and property owners the power to improve or maintain their own neighborhoods and direct city resources to fit their needs.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe goal of Neighborhood Priority Plans is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners. Neighborhood Priority Plans must be developed and adopted through a thorough neighborhood participation process. The plan identifies preliminary neighborhood priorities (as identified by the neighborhood) and potential partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the result of the neighborhood survey, KIAA proposes to use its Community Participation Program funds allocated to the Neighborhood Priority Plan as listed below:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n1) Support community outreach and consulting services related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n2) Provide funding for landscaping around Lake of the Isles and for spreading awareness about preserving Cedar Lake Park.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n3) Provide funding for increased crime prevention and safety activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n4) Support the Kenwood Recreation Center, Kenwood School, and local businesses with funding for programming activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n5) Continue to fund a resource to assist KIAA with its communication efforts.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSpecifically, the proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan would include but no be limited to:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Supporting cooperative efforts with surrounding neighborhoods and organizations to minimize negative impacts on the Kenilworth trail as a result of the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Provide funding to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Continuing annual support of additional police patrols at East Cedar Lake Beach and other crime prevention activities such as increased police patrols in the alleys.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Contracting for part-time help to continue the monthly e-newsletter, and other communication efforts including developments regarding LRT.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Providing funding for educational programming and social activities with Kenwood School</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on September 11, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a>June Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met June 5<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</strong></p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1>Highlights from the KIAA Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Annual Gathering was held on Monday May 8<sup>th</sup> (rain date)</li>\r\n	<li>Total attendees were approximately 100.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2017-2018 board was elected, including 3 new board members (Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein).  Josine Peters stepped down, and we thank her for her service.</li>\r\n	<li>Speakers included Louise Erdrich regarding the renovation of the former Stephen Dean’s Tailors space, and Deb Pilger from MPRB regarding goats at Hidden Beach.  MetroBlooms and Hennepin County Recycling set up information tables.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction utility and roadwork is beginning.  The work will be completed by early fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Lunch with Lisa Field Trip will happen June 21<sup>st</sup> at 11:45AM.  You can choose from an Arts Tour of the Sculpture Garden, or a Hard Hat Tour of The Target Center Renovation.  Please contact Lisa’s office, as space is limited.  The next Lunch with Lisa is in September and will cover the Peavey Plaza renovation.</li>\r\n	<li>The City will not be able to ban plastic bags from grocery stores as originally planned (due to state legislative pre-emption).  The City is exploring other options and strategies to reduce the use of plastic bags.</li>\r\n	<li>Household hazardous waste events are occurring in June, July, and August.  The city will recover or recycle paint, solvents, etc. for free.  The next two are June 23-24 at the Public Works Facility (3607 E 44<sup>th</sup> St), and July 28-29 at Jenny Lind Elementary (5025 Bryant Ave N)</li>\r\n	<li>There was an open discussion on plastic bags, organic composting, downtown crime</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Election of Officers - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board elected officers for the 2017-2018 season, and welcomed three new directors.  The new KIAA board was unanimously approved by vote; Chair:  Shawn Smith.  Vice-Chair:  Larry Moran.  Treasurer:  Matt Spies.  Secretary:  Jack Levi.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nConflict of Interest Policy - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Board approved the KIAA Conflict of Interest Policy by email voting on April 26<sup>th</sup>, 2017.</li>\r\n	<li>Each board member signed the policy which is designed to 1) protect public trust in the integrity of the KIAA-decision making process and 2) to establish the procedures applicable to the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest in the context of transactions or arrangements entered into by KIAA where a member may have a financial interest in or fiduciary responsibility towards an entity with which KIAA is negotiating a transaction or arrangement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that donations in 2017 were down more than 50% vs. 2016.  This needs to be a focus for the upcoming fiscal year.  Jeanette made a motion to approve reimbursements as noted on financial detail.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Oriole Feeding Installations/Prairie Restoration Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie requested reimbursement for $192 to support the installation of the Oriole Feeding Station, to plant new plants in the prairie restoration area and food for the orioles.  The plants are consistent with the strategy as they are part of the natural environment for the prairie and orioles.  The funding was already approved at the April meeting and is under budget so was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Programming– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown and Will Stensruud planned the June 10<sup>th</sup> Family Beach Opener.  Artrageous is hosting activities for kids.  Jeanette moved to approve $300 for food and refreshments and not more than $500.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Summer Solstice Celebration on Wednesday, June 21<sup>st</sup>.  Artrageous is hosting the solstice party and it will be shared via social media.</li>\r\n	<li>Yoga is free to the public (hosted by KIAA) is held every Thursday at 7PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Open water swims start Monday June 19<sup>th</sup>.  Participants must sign up with the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Jim Gilroy Bench Dedication – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA last year lost a beloved board member, Jim Gilroy.  Thanks to the generosity of Kenwood residents, Jim’s friends and family, a bench was purchased in his memory on the Lake of the Isles Walking Path, across from Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church.  On Sunday, June 25<sup>th</sup> (1-5PM) there will be a dedication picnic.  All are welcome to attend to celebrate his life.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Park Board Update – Mark Holtey\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Rec Center will receive a Little Library this month.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Minnesota Zoomobile Presentation Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> at the Kenwood Park Picnic area from 1-1:45PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Movies in the Park at Kenwood Part resumes Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> 15 minutes after dusk.  This month’s showing will be <em>Hidden Figures</em>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on Monday, July 10th, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met April 3<sup>rd</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</strong></p>\r\n<strong> <img title=\"More...\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-includes/js/tinymce/plugins/wordpress/img/trans.gif\" alt=\"\" />Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown, Angie Erdrich, and Matt Spies.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick.</strong>\r\n<h1><strong><em> </em></strong></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction is scheduled to begin within a couple of months. The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting reviewing the project on April 25<sup>th</sup> at 6:30 at the Kenwood Rec Center.  There will be a separate public meeting on the assessment, tentatively scheduled for May 9<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>The April 26<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will host representatives from the Park Board and Walker Sculpture Garden.  They will discuss public art and sculpture, including updates on the Walker.  Please call Lisa’s office to order a lunch in advance ($10).</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping begins April 11. <a href=\"http://www.minneapolis.gov/streetsweeping\">www.minneapolismn.gov/publicworks/streetsweeping</a>.  Please be sure to follow parking restrictions to avoid a ticket.  Yard waste bundles will also be picked up at the same time – place it with recycling for pickup.  Do not sweep into the street as it is damaging to the environment.</li>\r\n	<li>As Backyard Fire season begins, please observe City Rules:  Permitted only 9AM to 10PM, burn only untreated fire wood (no trash), fire must be 25 feet from a structure and in a fire ring.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>I-35W will be under rehabilitation starting Summer 2017-Fall 2021, between 43<sup>rd</sup> St S and 15<sup>th</sup> St.  Please see <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies (Pre-Report)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt pre-reported less than $2500 in expenditures for the month, which included payments for the Hill and Lake Press Annual Sponsorship, down payments for the annual gathering, and board liability insurance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>2552 W Lake of the Isles Variance – Ryan Smith, Tyler Hillger</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Construction on the vacant lot at 2552 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway will require two variances to build as designed:  1) Front Yard Setback.  Due to the curve of the street, the setback rule would place the house in violation.  The variance would allow the setback variance to be consistent with the adjacent homes.  As designed, the front of the home will be behind the front of the original home down in 2004.  2) Terrace Square Footage Maximum.  The planned terrace would be allowable if variance 1 is approved.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA did not make a motion on the variance and requested that the board be kept informed and adjacent neighbors directly engaged by the homeowner.</li>\r\n	<li>If approved by the city, construction would begin late summer 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP and Priority Plan</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to approve the 2016 KIAA CPP Annual Report, which will be submitted to the city.</li>\r\n	<li>Mike presented a Financial Interest and Fiduciary Responsibility conflict of interest policy, now required by Minneapolis, to preserve public trust in the integrity of KIAA decision-making process.  The policy, once signed, will also be posted to the KIAA website.  The policy will be voted on between meetings to allow board members time to review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Will reviewed the proposed budget for the summer of 2017 at $5450, to support programming: Yoga, Log Rolling, June 10 Summer Kickoff Party, BeArtrageous, and a Music Series.  Motions were made to fund June 10<sup>th</sup> Summer Kickoff ($1300), Yoga ($600 for 10 sessions), the June 21<sup>st</sup> Solstice Party ($150), July 15<sup>th</sup> Pirates and Mermaids ($500).  Approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         An additional expenditure of $2000 was proposed to buy a generator to fill a bounce house for weekly events.  Due to liability concerns, the subcommittee was asked to go back and research further prior to a vote on the funding.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering May 1<sup>st</sup> – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Gathering is 6-7:30 at Kenwood Corner</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA board members are requested to sign up for tasks.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.  Current board members were requested to announce their intent to run prior to the next meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project Updates – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn provides updates on this standing topic, the #1 priority for the board per the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey.</li>\r\n	<li>County Transit Improvement Board did not vote unanimously from disbanding, with Dakota County voting against without a larger payout, and Hennepin County against because commissioners knew that CTIB would not disband.  It remains to be seen whether a county sales tax can be implemented to fund the missing state share of $135M</li>\r\n	<li>SWLRT and Bottineau line are not approved for funding in the new proposed federal budget.  84 State legislators signed a letter to Transportation Secretary Chao further requesting that funding be withheld because it did not have legislative support.</li>\r\n	<li>Files are advancing at the state level to remove/increase railroad liability for co-location, block any future light rail transit without state approval, and implement terms and elections to Met Council officials.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is the Annual Gathering on Monday, May 1st, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 6<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mark Brown, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n<h1> The Agenda Was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting held during the month of April, an announcement will be sent out on Next Door.  There will be a public hearing in May regarding the assessment.</li>\r\n	<li>The March 29<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will be an update on Peavey Plaza renovations.</li>\r\n	<li>Unspent and frozen NRP money will be returned to neighborhoods.  Kenwood received $1000 back.  The amount received by Kenwood for NRP was mostly spent in support of our neighborhood priorities.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA donated $750 to support the Kenwood School auction.</li>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the importance of managing the budget on a three-year cycle, tied to the funding cycle from the city.  Also discussed was ensuring that the budget would address reimbursable expenditures vs non-reimbursable expenditures that depend on neighbor contributions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt submitted a proposal to define objectives for the 2017 season, focusing on the implementation of 3 recurring activities such as puppet shows, yoga, log rolling, etc.  Additionally, how to engage the Park Board to implement improvements to the beach prior to SWLRT operations.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to take the lead on planning the programming.  Options will be discussed for future seasons to fund an intern to manage the programming and community outreach.  For 2017, a subcommittee will be formed to develop the action plan and report to the board at the April meeting.  Larry noted that it is important to share the plan at the annual neighborhood gathering on May 1<sup>st</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The gathering is May 1<sup>st</sup>.  Angie put together a to-do and sign up list for tasks that need to be completed to have a successful event.  The biggest issue to finalize is food.  KIAA is exploring different options that can reduce cost.  An option is to identify any neighborhood caterers or restaurant owners to support the event with food.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January Citizens Advisory Council meeting.   The Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District voted unanimously to permit SWLRT for construction through the waters that it manages.  Cedar Lake and the Kenilworth Channel drain into the creek and the Mississippi River, which MCWD manages.</li>\r\n	<li>On March 8<sup>th</sup>, County Transit Improvement Board voted to disband, clearing the way for Hennepin County to implement a 50 cent sales tax to fund SWLRT state share and ongoing operational costs.  However, because Dakota County voted against disbanding, there will be a process to follow where either CTIB will have one county member, or increasing the buyout to the county to gain their vote.</li>\r\n	<li>Full federal funding grant of $900M, if awarded, will happen by the end of June.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates:  Please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 3<sup>rd</sup>, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 6th, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Mark Brown, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Police Chief Ohotto, and 4 other residents.\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\nCity Council Update – Lisa Goodman\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner and contribute 7% of the total budget of $1M.  There will be a large neighborhood meeting held in advance to share details.  Work will be completed prior to fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The February 22<sup>nd</sup> Lunch with Lisa topic is Emergency Preparedness, including natural disasters and pandemic readiness.  Please contact her office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Ward 7 has been prioritized for the City’s Tree Planting Program.  Residents can get information and order trees March 6-12 at <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.  There will be a lottery, and those selected will be notified by March 22.  Trees will have a nominal cost to residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette provided an update on the parking situation in Downtown Kenwood.  She reported that the business owners did not support a KIAA proposed solution to add restrict parking to one side of 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Another possible solution is to clarify the parking signs on Penn Avenue in front of Kenwood School.  One resident from Oliver Ave expressed his concerns on the adverse effect he is experiencing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA dedicated $5000 for police overtime (80 hours of patrols).  2016 had the second lowest number of police reports since the lowest year (2008).</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The Chief continues to recommend a balance of extra patrols with the positive programming that has happened in the last 2 years.  Neighborhood involvement/usage of the beach is also important, vs. solely relying on police patrols.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Jeanette moved to spend $5000 for 2017 continued additional policing, pending the securing of city funding via the Neighborhood Priority Plan contract.  Mike will inform the board once city funding is confirmed.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The party was rescheduled for February 12<sup>th</sup> due to poor ice conditions.  KIAA will still contribute cookies towards the event.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Residents donated $747 last month, most in response to the annual newsletter.  KIAA also received some city reimbursements, totaling $2500.  KIAA appreciates the local funding of the neighborhood residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jean Deatrich has helped Matt mail thank you letters in response to all donations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Letter of Concern over 3020 Kenwood Parkway – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Calhoun-Isles Association is opposing the construction of a Residential High Rise on the Northeast Corner of Lake Calhoun that would possibly violate the Shoreland Overlay District and would certainly be in opposition to local ordinance.  The building would be 59 feet tall and out of character with the surrounding neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed a letter stating KIAA’s position that developers need to respect the overlay district not only for this project/lake but for future projects and other lakes.  This position supports the KIAA Neighborhood Priority of protecting the environment, lakes, and waterways.  The Overlay height restriction exists to protect the lake edge from out of scale development, shading, and wind concentration and a negative human caused impact on the environment.  Larry moved to send the letter, approved unanimously.  A response was received from CM Lisa Bender that it does not violate the Overlay Disctrict but does violate local zoning.  Jeanette is working with the city and C-I Association to clarify.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The annual gathering and board elections are May 1.  Any residents that would like to run for a board position are encouraged to contact KIAA; ssmith288@me.com.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         To reduce costs, new food alternatives will be considered for the annual gathering.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood School Request – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The School requested $750 in funding to be a sponsor of the Kenwood School Auction and Fundraiser.  KIAA supported this request in 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA view is that the funding supports the Neighborhood Priority of supporting robust programming and education our Kenwood School, which not only serves Kenwood children but children from other parts of the city.  Shawn moved to support the funding, unanimously approved.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January CAC meeting.   The Southwest Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that at the State Legislature GOP leadership is challenging that the Met Council will rely on the state to pay 50% of ongoing operating costs for light rail and transit but the state has no voice in which or how many projects are built.  That would mean that there is no elected voice in the regional transit plan and required state funding.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District is meeting on February 23<sup>rd</sup> to vote whether to approve permits for SWLRT construction and operation in areas that MCWD manages.  The MCWD is responsible for maintaining the water quality for the Watershed, which includes the Chain of Lakes.  The public comment period closed February 2<sup>nd,</sup> and many testified concerns about conflicts of interest with MCWD managers.  Most managers were appointed by Hennepin County Commissioners, that support the project.</li>\r\n	<li>As only 3 Kenwood properties are identified to have severe averse impacts, KIAA will consider funding an independent study of vibration and noise similar to one conducted at the Minneapolis/St Louis Park border.  The study would evaluate the Kenilworth Corridor north of the Kenilworth Channel.  Jeanette will contact the engineers to find out if there would be any benefit and what the cost would be.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will kick off the planning for ECLB programming for 2017.  He will solicit resident ideas.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJanuary 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 9th, 2017 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Will Stensrud, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Directors Absent:  Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mike Bono, Treasurer Matt Spies.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Snow Emergencies are communicated via Facebook, Instragram, Email/text alerts, City of Minneapolis Mobile App.  All residents are encouraged to sign up for alerts to be aware of when Snow Emergencies are declared.</li>\r\n	<li>Road Sand is available from the City Public Works Sites, to be placed in a barrel in areas that are needed.  Please contact Lisa’s office to request a barrel of sand.</li>\r\n	<li>Christmas Trees are recycled by the city.  Please put your trees at your regular pickup site.  Old Christmas lights can also be recycled; go to <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is January 25<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall.  The topic is Public Art, including a sneak preview of the Nicollet Mall art.  Lisa is always interested in constituents’ ideas for topics.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette brought to Lisa’s attention NRP survey results to get her perspective on what is within the city’s ability to address.  Many issues raised in the survey, including noise and excessive speed are regulated and difficult to enforce.  Any public works issues such as alley defects should be directed to Lisa’s office.  Jeanette will follow up with Lisa to address the continuing parking and alley access problem by Downtown Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Warming House – Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy shared that a volunteer group with representatives from from CIDNA, Lowry Hill and East Isles, the Minneapolis Parks Foundation, MPRB staff and local architects are considering that the warming house should be replaced, in part based on age (18 years old). The cost to bring the structure in and out by crane is increasing to $20K per year; a new structure designed to be more easily transported could make moving it less expensive. The idea being discussed is to change the structure into one that can be used all year, across different sites, for different purposes. There will be a design competition and funds raised. KIAA supports the idea of replacement but there was a discussion as to whether it\'s appropriate for KIAA to contribute neighborhood funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Treasurer Report – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Several contributions were received in January ($398) as a result of the Fall Newsletter.  KIAA appreciates the support and Matt will work with Jean to send acknowledgement letters to the donors.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie will provide via cookies for the party funded by KIAA.  The party is January 22<sup>nd</sup> from 1-3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Application – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will help manage the process for Rain garden applications and awarding grants from MetroBlooms.  This year is the third year of this partnership, and this year there will be no cost to KIAA.  KIAA will make an in-kind donation of time and resources to promote the initiative.  More information will be provided by the end of January.  Rain gardens support our NRP initiative of protecting the lakes and environment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Cedar Lake Orioles Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie is leading engagement with Kenwood School to reinstall Oriole feeding stations this spring.  Last year, orioles were abundant and several classes visited Cedar Lake Park to see them, accompanied by teachers and neighborhood volunteers.  This initiative is important because it drives more family and educational opportunities at Cedar Lake.  Angie requested $200 for laminated signs and feeding station supplies (food).  Jeanette moved to approve, unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering Planning Kickoff – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The annual gathering will be May 1<sup>st</sup> in downtown Kenwood, which includes food and election of KIAA officers.  In order to keep costs in check, other food options will be explored.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Communication Committee – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Will, Mark, and Jeanette will work with Jean regarding a communication committee and communication plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that CTIB is likely in the process of self-dissolving so that Hennepin County can raise the transit sales tax to .5%, to fund the missing $140M state share of funding.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion whether to contact the FTA regarding Met Council compliance to 2012 Certification Requirements for Federal Funding, and without a vote KIAA determined not to take any action.</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is contacting three LRT- adjacent property owners to discuss construction.  These are the only houses at 21<sup>st</sup> St that the Met Council deems to be impacted by LRT operations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The top 5 priorities from the survey were identified – SWLRT, Lakes/Parks/Environment, Kenwood Rec Center events, Hidden Beach Safety, and Kenwood School.  Jeanette wrote a summary report to share with anyone interested.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Calhoun Association is asking KIAA to support opposition to a 54 foot tall residential building to be built adjacent to Tin Fish on Lake Calhoun (replacing 3 existing homes).  The proposed structure would be within the Shoreland Overlay District which has a height restriction of 36 feet.  As an action taken between meetings, the proposal will be reviewed and voted on whether to support or not support the opposition.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board Police Chief Ohotto will be invited to attend the KIAA February Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>December 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 5th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis finalizes its 2017 budget on December 7th.  On November 30<sup>th</sup>, there was a public hearing; 45 people provided testimony on the mayor’s proposed budget. There was a significant organized effort to reduce proposed police budgeting in favor of more community based non-profit policing.  The mayor had proposed adding 15 additional sworn officers as 2016 had the lowest number of officers this decade, 100 less than 2009.  Neighborhoods Organizing for Change challenged that increase.  (Addendum Post KIAA Meeting:  December 7<sup>th</sup> saw a similar number of testimonials and content, and the budget was adopted with the 15 additional officers.)</li>\r\n	<li>The budget also proposes a new position of Small Business Navigator.  This position would assist small businesses in navigating the Minneapolis city laws and regulations.  Lisa supports up to 4 positions in order to help small business navigate the city’s complex licensing and codes.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa emphasized that the Final Truth in Taxation notices that were mailed in November did not include the voter approved school special taxation levy.  Therefore, property taxes are understated by approximately 10%.  Revised Final Notices will not be mailed.  (Note to residents:  look at your 2016 School District Voter Approved Levy to see approximately how much your 2017 taxes are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Car2Go is ending operations in Minneapolis because of two business conditions that created an inability for the company to be profitable.  1)  The city mandated that Car2Go distribute cars equitably throughout the city; however, because some neighborhoods had higher origination/destination usage than others, the company incurred high costs to redistribute cars, and some cars sat idle in lower-used neighborhoods.  Publicly, Car2Go cited that they were taxed/licensed at a car rental rate, which is higher than that of taxis and other ride-share services.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January after December 12ths Later with Lisa.  Lisa is interested in constituent input for topics for her schedule of 2017 lunches.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Board Member – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette introduced Will Stensrud, who with his family purchased a home in Kenwood one year ago.  Will asked to join the board to become more involved in the issues that shape Kenwood.  Jeanette motioned to approve his addition, and it was approved unanimously.  Welcome Will!</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>November was a busy month for SWLRT.  The FTA accepted testimony regarding Metropolitan Council accountability and adherence to process to determine certification for federal dollars for the next 4 years.  Many Kenwood residents sent testimony, including the LRT Done Right group.  Testimonials were published in last month’s Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn stated that there are two key next steps where KIAA will engage in SWLRT:  1) Follow up with the FTA to find out about how the neighborhoods testimony will be used, and will the findings be made available to the public, and 2) SWRLT construction and mitigation is the top issue surfaced in the annual NRP survey, and KIAA will continue to keep SWLRT as a standing KIAA meeting topic, and publish updates in the Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>LRT Done Right organization is engaging and meeting with key elected officials in the coming month to gain information and understanding of positions heading into the 2017 State Legislative Session.  Officials at the state, county, city, and park board will be met with.  KIAA’s position against residential development on the Kenilworth Trail/SWLRT line will be communicated.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reviewed the monthly balance sheet for KIAA as well as the expenditures and revenues for the month.  There was minimal activity during the month: payments made to Jean Deatrick and Post net for the Fall Newsletter, as well as a small payment to reimburse Pop Up Playground expense at “Hidden Beach,” and one donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA has submitted its Community Participation Program application for the upcoming three-year funding cycle by the City of Minneapolis, worth $25K annually to Kenwood.  KIAA is in the process of canvassing the neighborhood to determine the specific priorities to include in the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of NPP is to identify major initiatives for neighborhood organizations, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>The results of the Neighborhood Priorities survey were reviewed.  Top issues identified were SWLRT mitigation, protecting the lakes, East Cedar Lake Beach safety, supporting Kenwood Community Center activities/Common gathering place, more street lighting.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette noted that only 60 responses were received.  The link to the survey was put in the KIAA Fall Newsletter, Nextdoor, and Hill and Lakes Press.  Jean Deatrick will email out a link to her neighborhood email list and extend the deadline to December 18<sup>th</sup> to capture more feedback to feed the Top 5 Priorities.  There will also be future discussion on how to address other priorities received in written comments.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Lake of the Isles Warming House will be replaced.  The Park Board is considering a mobile structure that can be used all year.  Neighborhood Associations are being approached to provide funding.  There was discussion as to whether or not neighborhood funds should be used towards this project in light of the “Close the Gap” funding recently allocated to the Park Board, totaling $11M annually and funded by property tax increases.</li>\r\n	<li>Action taken between meetings:  The board approved up to $200 to place a sign in Downtown Kenwood to help address the continued concerns over parking issues.  It will direct patrons towards alternative parking locations and try to keep alley access clear.  Exact wording and structure is under discussion.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:27 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 9th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met November 7th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in November due to Thanksgiving.  On Monday December 12<sup>th</sup> at 4:30pm will be Later with Lisa, her annual holiday party.  It will be held at the Normandy Inn.  Cash bar, parking is free.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping is completed as of November 15th, as is yard waste pickup, for the season.  The city does not sweep alleys, leaf removal there is the responsibility of the home owner.</li>\r\n	<li>The house at 1204 Kenwood Parkway is under historic review.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction is on track to be complete by December.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa shared the Mayor’s 2017 Proposed Budget.  The board reviewed the budget and gleaned that the proposed levy increase is driven primarily by 1) 59 new positions in the city, 2) Park Board/City agreement on 20 Year Plan, 3) additional spending on social programs and grants to Non-Profit organizations.  The Truth in Taxation Hearing is November 30<sup>th</sup> at City Hall, and the budget will be adopted on December 7<sup>th</sup>.  Public testimony will be heard at both.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Monthly expenditures were for the Gilroy Memorial Bench and the Thrill Kenwood, offset by city funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody is the Citizen Advisory Committee representative to the Metropolitan Council and the CAC met last month.  Jody shared updates on SWLRT that were learned in the meeting.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>LRT trains normally sound a horn coming out of a tunnel, but it will not sound when emerging from the tunnel in the Kenilworth Corridor.  There are also bells on each train that sound at road crossings, but at 21<sup>st</sup> St these will not sound and there will be a stationary bell.  This will allow for less variance in the sound impact and more reliable noise mitigation.</li>\r\n	<li>Revenue service is estimated to begin in 2021.  Construction is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Construction will begin in Fall 2017 to move the freight lines in the Kenilworth Corridor; there will be five phases of construction in our neighborhood and it is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Met Council representatives will be going door to door to record structural conditions of homes in order to establish a baseline for potential damage as a result of construction.  Addresses/scheduling to be announced in December.  It is not determined how repairs will be handled that are a result of construction.</li>\r\n	<li>The CAC November meeting was cancelled.  At future meetings Jody will continue to press for information and we will share in this space.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended the FTA review of the Metropolitan Council’s certification on November 2<sup>nd</sup>.  The FTA certifies the Met Council every four years as a process to approve the Council to continue to receive federal funds.  Shawn shared that 5 speakers used SWLRT as an example where the Met Council did not consistently deliver against the objectives that the FTA measures against.  The public has until November 30<sup>th</sup> to provide testimony; if interested, please contact Shawn at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Applications</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sign Ups are now being taken for 2017 Good Steward Raingardens.  Raingardens on your property help reduce pollution in our lakes.  MetroBlooms and KIAA are teaming up to install reduced-cost raingardens for 15 Kenwood homeowners.  Cost is reduced through a Good Steward Grant (cost to homeowners will be approximately $350 for a $2,000 raingarden).  Email Laura Scholl to get on the list:  <a href=\"mailto:laura@metroblooms.org\">laura@metroblooms.org</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be applying for the next three-year cycle of funding by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program for $25K annually.  KIAA will submit its Community Participation Program application that will include the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of the Neighborhood Priority Plan is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the CPP application be approved, Mark seconded, unanimously passed.</li>\r\n	<li>A survey to solicit neighborhood input for the priority plan will be sent this month to ensure that monies are directed in the direction of projects that are valued by residents.  Here is the link: <a href=\"https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp\">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp</a>  (If link doesn’t work, type in your browser)</li>\r\n	<li>This season was one of the lowest in terms of police incidents in recent history.  The full end of season report will be published in the KIAA Fall Newletter, being mailed this month.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach end of season report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is receiving neighborhood impact letters from the Restorative Justice program from citations at East Cedar Lake Beach.  Fines can be waived if the cited writes a letter of atonement.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended October’s Lunch with Lisa.  The topic was the 20 Year Park Plan and it was covered in detail by Superintendent Jayne Miller and Board President Anita Tabb.  The Kenwood Park will not receive any funding from the 20 Year Park Plan as it is not a high priority park as determined by the Park and Rec Board.  Examples of criteria on how prioritization were assessed are Areas of Racially Concentrated Poverty, Populations of Color, Population Density, Youth Population, Asset Lifespan, and Neighborhood Density.  Kenwood Park will still receive its funding as part of the regular budgeting process.  Shawn learned that The Park Board will have approximately $11M of annual incremental funding via the city and park board levy.  Shawn also learned that if Minneapolis were to implement a $15 minimum wage, it would increase payroll for the Park Board by approximately $2.2M annually.  It was not clear how the Park Board would adjust the plan or mitigate the impact of that wage increase without affecting the 20 Year Plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:34 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 3rd, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood and Community Relations Department – Jack Whitehurst</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mr. Whitehurst represented the city for the annual board survey which the city is conducting.  The purpose of the survey is to gain demographic information on the makeup of city boards.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA encourages all residents of the neighborhood who would like to serve on the board regardless of demographic background.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion on Neighborhood Action Plan money status.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt presented an update on in/outflow of cash for the fiscal year, as well as a spending/income forecast through 2019.  Matt will present a financial report at each KIAA monthly meeting going forward.  This will allow for accurate planning on an annual basis going forward so expenditures can be prioritized.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be sending a survey to gain feedback on resident’s priorities to be addressed in the Neighborhood Priority Plan, which needs to be filed in November.  The survey was edited and approved to be sent.</li>\r\n	<li>The new warming house for Lake of the Isles winter skating area is still under consideration by the Minneapolis Park Board.  The new warming house is in concept stage.  Neighborhood associations may be approached to support it financially.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda Vallone from BeArtrageous is planning Thrill Kenwood, a successful Halloween party that has been held in the years past.  The board approved repeating a $750 contribution towards the event.</li>\r\n	<li>The Jim Gilroy memorial bench (former board member, deceased) has been installed and all who donated are appreciated.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA Fall newsletter is in process to be published by November.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA was informed by a MPRB tree inspector who visited the Rec Center corner that 7 diseased crab apple and trees will be removed. They will be replaced in Spring 2017 with 3 North Star Cherry trees and 4 Mont Royal plum trees, which are disease resistant with useful fruit for the public to eat.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nSeptember 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met September 12th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Dee Montgomery (Heritage Coalition).\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn moved for approval of the agenda, with the addition of Dee Montgomery’s topic, and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be September 28<sup>th</sup> at Opus Hall.  The topic is still being determined.  Lisa is always open to suggestions for topics for Lunch with Lisa, please contact her office with ideas.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale construction is still on schedule to be finished this fall.  Hennepin northbound will be open in the coming weeks.</li>\r\n	<li>The local government channels are changing as follows:  Comcast HD will be 799, and Standard Definition will be 14.  Century Link HD will be 8501, and standard definition will be 8001, Multilingual HD will be 8502, and standard definition multilingual will be 8002.</li>\r\n	<li>November 8<sup>th</sup> election early voting starts September 23<sup>rd</sup>.  There are 4 early voting locations in Minneapolis, please see the city website for more details.  Shawn Smith stated that the voting period was starting very early considering the first Presidential Debate is not until September 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Historic Marker Restoration Project – Dee Montgomery</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The centennial marker commemorating the establishment of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation will be restored.  The original boundary of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation included areas of Kenwood, and the marker that is being replaced is located on the southeast edge of Lake of the Isles.  The Heritage Commission has its own funds; tax dollars will not be used.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board advised Dee to consult with Native Americans to ensure that any concerns regarding the history and commemoration of Fort Snelling were heard.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is pushing for clarification and information with the warning bell and mitigation strategy at the 21<sup>st</sup> St crossing.  KIAA has requested involvement from Commissioner Marion Greene and expressed the need for her support on this issue with the Southwest Project Office.  There are concerns over the volume of the proposed wayside bell.</li>\r\n	<li>The Section 106 process is continuing now that the Memorandum of Understanding is executed.  This pertains to mitigation strategies for Grand Rounds eg landscaping, retaining walls, shoreline treatments, etc.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking continues to be an issue where patrons are parking too close to the alley, blocking driveways, too close to stop signs, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to explore signing solutions – parking is allowed at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Increasing neighborhood programming at the beach remains a KIAA focus.  It is part of the overall strategy to reduce crime and improve public safety.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that 35 kids came to the Play Space “pop up playground” and the strategy was successful.  The board approved a $25 increase to the funding to cover extra expenses.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reiterated the need to work on the Priority Plan Strategy, which will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.  Mike Bono, Matt, and Mark Brown will work on the subcommittee.  The CPP application is due November 10.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2016 Minneapolis Housing Resource Guide is published.  This is a resource for associations and homeowners.  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/\">www.minneapolismn.gov</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>A motion was approved to reimburse Deb Gilroy for $100 for the expenses related to placing a bench for former board member Jim Gilroy.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>By Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met July 11th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Chief Jason Ohotto and two of his officers, Jean Deatrick, and three neighbors.\r\n\r\n<strong>Opening Activities</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>No lunch with Lisa in July or August.  Please be sure to sign up for Lisa’s email list to get updates on construction, traffic, and event updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues.  The Hennepin/Vineland intersection will have major work done in July/August.  The overall project is on schedule for completion by November.</li>\r\n	<li>The variance at 2000 W 21<sup>st</sup> St was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting is open for the 2016 primary.  Election judges are needed this year.  Please call Lisa’s office to sign up to be a judge.  A mix of party affiliations is needed.</li>\r\n	<li>National Night out is August 2<sup>nd</sup>.  After July 19<sup>th</sup>, there is a fee to block off the street.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette expressed KIAA’s appreciation for the quality of the City of Minneapolis’s response to the FEIS, documenting the history and the issues within the project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Chief Jason Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Police reports written on park property at the beach declined from 48 to 31.  This is the second summer where there was a significant reduction in reports.  Chief Ohotto attributed the success to the positive programming and activities at the beach, as well as the increased park police patrols, some funded by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto recommended that neighbors that want to support safety efforts should call in issues to 911, and provide detailed, specific information, name and callback number.  Err on the side of calling 911 vs not calling when you see a negative impact to public safety.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown reported that the June 20<sup>th</sup> potluck at the beach was a great success with strong turnout.  The kids activities (face painting, spray chalk, cookies) were popular.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented ideas for longer term strategies, including boat racks, playground equipment.  Park and Rec Board financial support and fundraising will be needed.  A Community Action Committee will be formed.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt proposed an August Pop Up Adventure Playground as a new activity to pilot.  A motion passed to fund this event with up to $800 of NRP funds.  Engagement with the Kenwood School and neighboring association were identified as opportunities to increase participation.  Jeanette recognized Angie for getting the Kenwood School engaged in using the beach for educational opportunities.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed the idea of hosting a food or beverage cart at the beach on behalf of the neighborhood.  A motion passed for up to $200 to be spent from NRP funds for a KIAA/ECLB Patron Appreciation Day.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported on the June 13<sup>th</sup> FEIS public presentation by the Southwest Project Office.  Approximately 20 neighbors attended from Kenwood, CIDNA, and Loring Park.  On a positive note, the presentation summarized the 17,000 page FEIS effectively.  Unfortunately it was not tailored to the concerns of the Minneapolis segment of the corridor.  There continues to be a high level of concern over the ability of the tunnel to be built near Calhoun Shores Townhomes and the Kenilworth “pinch point.”</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the June 28<sup>th</sup> CAC meeting was cancelled, a consistent issue with many of the other CAC meetings which have also been cancelled in the past couple of years.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette communicated with the general manager of the Kenwood Restaurant to ask that employees park on Penn Avenue, and to help address the issue of patrons parking too close to alleys and driveways, and the issue of delivery truck restricting neighbor access to the alley.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie confirmed that parking for Downtown Kenwood businesses is permitted at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.  A “sandwich” board idea was proposed at a cost of $200 or for city signing or to paint the curb yellow to inform where and where not to park.  Noted for follow up between meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Mike Bono, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike and Matt outlined the plan to develop the 3 year plan as well as budgeting for the upcoming year.  It will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood, while also ensuring that current funding priorities can be maintained should funds be cut in the future.</li>\r\n	<li>New neighbor introduction:  Mikki Johnston and family</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will attend a Whittier Alliance Meeting on July 19<sup>th</sup> to understand the goals and strategies of that group.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie will follow up with Creative Citymaking regarding a video project opportunity, with a possible focus on ECLB.  KIAA would need to make a proposal to secure participation in the project, which is a competitive process.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>June 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 6th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters, Jack Levi.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Amanda Vallone, Jody Strakosch, Mark Holtey and two neighbors.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Board members conducted a brief introduction to begin the 2016-2017 term.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is complete for the season.  There will be a “Lunch with Lisa Field trip on Wednesday, June 29<sup>th</sup>, touring Givens Violins, which is a renowned repair business for cellos and violins.  If interested, please call Lisa’s office to book one of the two tours for that day.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues and has entered the paving phase.  Please contact Lisa’s office to be placed on an email list to receive weekly construction updates affecting the Twin Cities.</li>\r\n	<li>Sidewalk repair has come to Kenwood this year, part of a 10 year cycle.  White dots mark the sections that will be replaced.  Homeowners will be assessed $250-$400 per square for the repair.  Call 311 to discuss whether sections need to be replaced, or if they do not need to be replaced.  Please direct questions regarding how unique situations, such as tree root heaves, to 311.  All affected homeowners should have received a letter from the city; please refer to it for FAQs.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette volunteered to remain Chair; Larry volunteered to remain Vice Chair; Matt Spies volunteered to become Treasurer; and Shawn volunteered to remain Secretary.  Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt asked for resolution to relocate the KIAA bank accounts to US Bank.  Jeanette moved in favor, passed unanimously.  Matt asked for an additional resolution to transfer, check writing authority, opening accounts, deposits, and withdraw funds; from Ed Pluimer to himself.  Jeanette to be the second signatory.  Shawn moved, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette once again recognized Ed Pluimer for his years of service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Memorial Bench for Jim Gilroy – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie reported that $1550 has been donated to the Estate of Jim Gilroy for the purposes of a memorial bench on Lake of the Isles, near 21<sup>st</sup> St..  Jean Deatrick will send an e-blast as a reminder for any other residents that would like to contribute.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie moved that KIAA donate $300 towards the memorial bench to recognize Jim as a sitting board member at his death.  Funds will come from KIAA Money Market Account.  Approved unanimously.  As funds are in the account about to be closed, motion was approved to allow Ed Pluimer to write the check.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Financial Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is preparing a 2016-2017 balance sheet to ensure income and expenditures are clearly documented.  Mark, Larry, Matt, and Mike will form a finance subcommittee to inform a finance update at KIAA July meeting.  Motion approved to establish said committee.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies/Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda (from ARTrageous) shared that the Summer Solstice Party will be held at ECLB on June 20<sup>th</sup> from 6:30-8:30.  This will be a potluck event.  ARTrageous will provide henna, face painting, and a Creation Station for families.  The event will be cancelled in case of rain.  The event is open to all.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented a new proposal for a Pop Up Adventure Playground series.  Matt agreed to go renegotiate lower costs in order to run a pilot, vs investing in 3 events this year.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities including a Summer Solstice Potluck, Pirate/Mermaid Beach Party were identified for funding for $800.  A discussion was had regarding source of funds and how much to spend.  The board approved the expenditure unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda and Matt were approved to work together to spend up to $400 to place an ad in Hill and Lake Press to announce summer activities at ECLB.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  The CAC met in May.  Jennifer Munt stated that the Met Council would find funding to move ahead with SWLRT. The FEIS was reviewed; Nani Jacobsen recognized Kenwood for providing feedback that drove changes from the SDEIS to the FEIS.  Further, station art was approved for the West 21<sup>st</sup> St Station, which is what the Kenwood station will be named.  The next meeting will be June 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn has coordinated a meeting on June 13<sup>th</sup> for the Met Council to present the FEIS and take questions from residents.  This meeting was supported by the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn presented the FEIS draft and will circulate a soft copy to the board and Jody to be reviewed and approved as an action between meetings.  The deadline for submission is June 13<sup>th</sup> for any comments, and must be done in writing to the Southwest Project Office.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking at the Kenwood Corner continues to be a challenge, with visitors parking too close to the alley and to corners and blocking access.  Jeanette called the city to determine the cost of parking signs.  Action to be taken between meetings.</li>\r\n	<li>Kenwood Corner Raingarden Signage was approved as an action taken between meetings.  The Raingarden is now installed and the sign provides good information about the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  KIAA thanks Angie Erdrich for her work to beautify the corner.</li>\r\n	<li>Louise Erdrich is taking the space formerly occupied by Stephen Dean for a business to be announced shortly.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 9:10 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 11th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2016 KIAA 5<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> For the 5<sup>th</sup> year, KIAA had its annual meeting on May 2nd at Kenwood Corner, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> In attendance were seven KIAA serving board members up for re-election, one new member-elect, City Council Member Lisa Goodman, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Green, Minneapolis Parks Commissioner Anita Tabb, and approximately 100 neighbors.</p>\r\n The gathering began at 6PM.  The weather was great and everyone enjoyed Red Wagon Pizza and beverages, compliments of KIAA. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM.  There was a moment of remembrance for Jim Gilroy, KIAA board member who passed away suddenly in April.  Jim will be greatly missed; he was a kind and generous person, dedicated to improving our entire community.  The family has reserved a site for a park bench in his memory on Lake of the Isles.  Friends and neighbors who would like to contribute may do so.  KIAA Board Member Angie Erdrich will facilitate, please make checks payable to Minneapolis Finance Department, Memo “Jim Gilroy Bench” and mail to her at 2217 Oliver Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405.  A receipt will come from Minneapolis Parks, and the Gilroy family will receive a list of donor names.  Please submit donations by June 1<sup>st</sup> in hopes of installing the bench this summer.\r\n\r\nKIAA thanked retiring board member Ed Pluimer.  Ed has generously served on the board for over 20 years, most recently as Treasurer.  Our neighborhood is grateful for his energy and commitment.\r\n\r\nJeanette then stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year:  SWLRT work including work such as efforts to mitigate potential adverse effects to the neighborhood (if the project comes to pass), support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Raingardens from Metro Blooms, and positive programming for East Cedar Lake (Hidden) Beach.  The “Welcome Orioles” project – an environmental learning program for Kenwood School, co-sponsored with the Cedar Lake Park Association, received a shout-out from neighbors in attendance.\r\n\r\nJeanette introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to herself:  Jack Levi, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Matt Spies (Treasurer Elect), and Shawn Smith.  One new board member, Mark Brown was introduced.  Jeanette made the motion for re-election/election of the 2016-17 board, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\nKIAA would like to thank neighbors that supported KIAA financially at the gathering and throughout the year.  It helps us fund activities and keep our neighborhood strong!\r\n\r\nOther updates, action between meetings:\r\n\r\nThe 2015 KIAA Annual Report was approved by the board on April 28<sup>th</sup>.  The Annual Report is required by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program.  The report was prepared by Mike Bono with input from KIAA board members, and submitted by the 4/29 deadline.\r\n\r\nMatt and Julia Spies’s are requesting a variance for a remodel on their home.  As the Spies proactively partnered with their neighbors, KIAA supports their variance.  The variance will be reviewed at the Board of Adjustment meeting on June 9<sup>th</sup>.\r\n\r\nThere will be a Kenwood Neighborhood Rummage Festival of June 10-12<sup>th</sup>.  Please join your neighbors and plan a rummage sale during those dates!  If you are not able to have your own rummage sale, please consider donating to the Kenwood Elementary School Benefit Rummage Sale at the Kenwood Rec Center.   The rummage runs June 11 from 9-2PM. Donations can be dropped off at the Kenwood Recreation Center on June 10<sup>th</sup> from 4-6PM.  100% of proceeds benefit the Kenwood School.  Volunteers are needed to price goods, manage the sale, and haul goods to charity at 2PM on the 11<sup>th</sup>.  Contact Angie Erdrich to volunteer:  angie_sandeep@yahoo.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood.  If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us.  If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met April 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nVice Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies (Minutes), Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Jack Levi.  Absent:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith, Josine Peters, Jim Gilroy.  Also present:  Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\nUnanimous Approval of the Agenda\r\n<h1>City Council Update -  Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Upcoming Lunch with Lisas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>April 27  – Discussion with Made Here, the creative place-making initiative to fill empty downtown storefronts</li>\r\n	<li>May – Bill Leaf will talk about tourism master planning</li>\r\n	<li>June  – Field trip to Claire Givens Violin, premier violin reconstruction/repair; 40 people may attending in two groups of 20.  Contact Lisa’s office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping starting April 13 running through May 9</li>\r\n	<li>Yard waste pickup will begin in Kenwood on April 11</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa highlighted the state of the Hennepin/Lyndale Reconstruction Project road closures</li>\r\n	<li>On April 21, Board of Adjustment will be hearing variance for property at 2401 Sheridan Ave.  Adjacent residents will receive a notice in the mail by April 10<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa provided an overview of her and Council Member Barb Johnsons plan for the city to work with the Park Board to provide funding for neighborhood parks</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Gathering will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include a brief meeting:  the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association activities for the year.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lakes, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>As an action taken between meetings, the board approved the hiring of Red Wagon Pizza, and will be paid for by KIAA funds estimated at $1890.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong>2016/2017 Budgeting</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the merits and limitations of creating a budget for the 2016/2017 operating year.   The primary concern and is the complexity of the requirements for using various funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt Spies will coordinate an assembly of board members to explore ways to implement a framework for spending and raising KIAA funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board has indicated that they do not have capacity for an additional movie in the park for summer 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>An Oriole feeding station will be installed in Cedar Lake Park between May 3 – May 17 by Kenwood Elementary School students.  The project is sponsored by Birchbark Books.  Bird watching volunteers are needed.  Contact <a href=\"mailto:Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com\">Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>NOTE: The following information was approved to be added to the minutes by a motion taken after the meeting.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith (update provided in abstentia)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Since the March KIAA meeting, letters opposing the current SWLRT Kenilworth Plan were sent to Governor Dayton, Lt Governor Smith.  An aide in Governor Dayton’s office responded and assisted in getting a response from Adam Duininck, Chair, Metropolitan Council.  The letter thanked KIAA for our participation in the process and informed the following points:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Final EIS will be published in 2<sup>nd</sup> Quarter of 2016, and no other responses will be forthcoming until then.  In the EIS will be the answers to KIAAs (and others) DEIS and SDEIS responses.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a ten day public comment period</li>\r\n	<li>There will be no process for resolution of further concerns as this is not a part of the process of the National Environmental Protection Act process.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn expressed to the aide in Governor Dayton’s office that securing a form response from Mr Duininck was secondary to our concerns.  He asked for Governor Dayton to confirm that he was aware of and supports or does not support the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>That a derailment collision between an ethanol train and light rail train will be a significant danger to the community and Target Field.</li>\r\n	<li>That other less expensive and more flexible options for transit exist, including bus rapid transit</li>\r\n	<li>That the Chain of Lakes could be degraded due to pile driving</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is a defendant in a lawsuit over failure to disclose discussions of other routes</li>\r\n	<li>That ridership of an Uptown line would well exceed the current alignment</li>\r\n	<li>That projected ridership figures at 21<sup>st</sup> St Station are not credible</li>\r\n	<li>That there will be 22 hours of contiguous noise every five minutes in one of the quietest areas in Minneapolis</li>\r\n	<li>That not one low income neighborhood will be within reasonable walking distance of any Minneapolis station.</li>\r\n	<li>We asked for an appointment with the Governor.  There was no response.  Shawn waited ten days and said that because the Governor failed to respond, we would need to inform our constituents that our elected officials and the Governor are aware of the above controversies and find them to be acceptable.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Larry Moran at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is our Annual Neighborhood Gathering on Monday, May 2nd at 6 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner in front of The Kenwood and BeArtrageous. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org   </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> March 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 7th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi.  Also present Patrick Sadler, Pat Scott, Phil Nordberg, Laureen Carlson, Will Stensrud\r\n\r\nMarch Agenda was Approved Unanimously\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Patrick Sadler, Lisa Goodman’s Office</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Community Planning and Economic Development plan for both Ward 7 and the city were provided.  Any residents that would like a copy can contact Lisa’s office or go to the City Website.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be Noon, March 30<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall; the topic is Sister Cities of Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work continues on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Please contact Lisa’s office to receive email updates on construction closures.</li>\r\n	<li>The Workplace Partnership Meetings proceed to review sick time and paid time off policy.  A final recommendation is due March 16.</li>\r\n	<li>There are openings on multiple boards and commissions in Minneapolis.  Any interested residents can apply via the city website.</li>\r\n	<li>The Community Connection Conference is Saturday April 2<sup>nd</sup> at the Minneapolis Convention Center to kick off 3 Year Planning for Minneapolis 2040.  The public is invited.  Jeanette suggested that Lisa’s office post information to Next Door to ensure the 7<sup>th</sup> Ward is represented if nobody from KIAA is able to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Reduced pricing is being offered for rain barrels and compost bins.  <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>. The city will also have a limited number of trees available to residents for $25.  You can order a tree for your property beginning March 21, see <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Request for Support of Variance for Accessory Dwelling, 2401 Sheridan Ave S – Phil Nordberg and Laureen Carlson</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Phil and Laureen requested variance support from KIAA to be able to add a bathroom and categorize their garage as an ADU.  The overall footprint will not change.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is generally supportive.  The petitioners have not spoken to each neighbor but will be sending out notices to all neighbors within 300 feet.  Jeanette motioned to support the variances, contingent that neighbors are all informed and have no objections.  Motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is in the process of confirming the open swim, pop up playground, and other activities for Summer 2016.  Event schedules will be published in Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette signed the agreement for extra police patrols.  With the warm weather, Matt is working with Park Police to start patrols.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities are being coordinated with Kenwood School, including bird watching.  Volunteers are needed to lead school hikes in April and May, please contact Angie Erdrich at angie_sandeep@yahoo.com</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that since the last meeting, letters were sent to the FTA, Senator Klobuchar, Senator Franken, and Rep Ellison as KIAA continues to escalate neighborhood concerns over this project.</li>\r\n	<li>A letter was also sent to Governor Dayton and Lt Governor Smith, with copies of the letters sent to the State and Federal officials asking for his support in getting a meaningful response to neighborhood concerns, which are centered on the risks and ripple effects of co-location of SWLRT and ethanol trains.  His office responded with questions, and KIAA is preparing a communication to send back.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will invite Sophia Ginis from the Met Council to our April meeting since she did not respond to our March meeting invitation.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion that despite our concerns, planning moves ahead unabated.  All are encouraged to contact their elected officials if they have concerns over co-location, noise, vibration, cost, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA has been actively communicating neighborhood concerns to local, state, and federal officials.  Due to an overall lack of responsiveness to those, the board approved a motion to send communication to President Obama, which will represent the highest level of escalation, and likely final, that the board will take.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Meeting - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Annual Meeting will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association financials.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lake Press, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie, Josine, and Matt are researching options for food to reduce costs from last year.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Board Succession Planning - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         With Ed stepping down, KIAA will need to fill the Treasurer role starting May 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is actively seeking new board members.  We need neighbors that are willing to volunteer 3-4 hours per month either as a board member or support a subcommittee.  There are several board members that have served for a decade or more and are looking to retire.  We need your help to fill these positions to continue the level of thoroughness being delivered today.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is seeking a representative for the Green Zone work being done by the city.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 1st, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Meg Forney, Amanda Vallone, and Jody Strakosch\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be February 24<sup>th</sup>.  The topic will be the City Workforce Training and Equity programs on Job Training.</li>\r\n	<li>2431 22<sup>nd</sup> St W ownership has requested a historic review and may be requesting a variance to the board in the near future.  Neighbors are reminded that KIAA is typically notified of variance requests and can help navigate the process.</li>\r\n	<li>The city prefers that the SWLRT station be called “Cedar Lake Station.”  The Met Council has suggested that 21<sup>st</sup> St Station is not a clear indicator of the location of the station but has asked for input.  (KIAA hesitates to put forth a suggestion because KIAA does not support co-location of freight and light rail, but if KIAA were to have a preference it would be West 21<sup>st</sup> St.)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Closing the Gap in Our Parks - Meg Forney</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meg is looking for volunteers to work for a Citizens Group to get signatures to support a referendum on the ballot for “The Closing of the Gap” for funding of $15M/year for the next 20 years to implement repairs in neighborhood parks.  If residents are interested, please contact Meg or Anita Tabb at the Park Board.  Additional information is available on the Park Board website.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Funding Recommendation – Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The success at East Cedar Lake Beach to reduce crime was in large part due to the partnership between KIAA and the Park Police.  The recommendation from Chief Ohotto was to spend $5000 for 2016 vs $8000 spent last year.  Police reports were reduced from 101 in 2014 to 56 in 2015.</li>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to spend $5000 for additional police patrols at ECLB in 2016 and be active early in the season.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that two disbursements were made in January relating to SWLRT planning and the Metro Blooms project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Thrill Kenwood – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>This event raised $400 for The Bridge for Youth.</li>\r\n	<li>The 1<sup>st</sup> annual Rock Kenwood Dance Party will be held at the Rec Center on Saturday February 27<sup>th</sup> from 3-6PM.  There will be a DJ, contests, crafting, and more.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt recapped the recent committee meeting and the programming ideas for 2016.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log rolling and Open Swim are planned to continue in 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>New ideas include puppet shows, art activities, potlucks, and more.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is considering putting forth up to $2000 of additional funding for activities, and discussed how to engage neighbors that might be interested in donating funds to support the activities.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  Jody reported that the November and December meetings were cancelled by the Met Council.  In the January meeting, progress updates were shared by the project office.  Final environmental impact statement is due in April.  Civil construction will begin fall of 2016.  There will be 29 private properties impacted by construction in Minneapolis, primarily adjacent to the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported that some responses were received from correspondence to Minnesota Senators and Representatives on the Transportation Committees.  Some responded to take KIAA response under advisement, and some spoke in favor of KIAA’s position opposing co-location.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn brought a motion to continue to present KIAA’s position opposing co-location to FTA officials in the Chicago office that are working with the Met Council on the alignment.  The board unanimously approved to send a letter.  Shawn will circulate it as an action between meetings for board review and final approval.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette is working to identify a point of contact for the Restorative Justice Program, who would coordinate community service work for the people in the program.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA recognizes Stephen Dean and his long standing contributions to the neighborhood. Kathie Constantine shared that his tailoring business in Downtown Kenwood is expected to close at the end of March.  He kept the neighborhood looking good with the many fine seams, hems, and alterations he provided over his 40 years in business, and we wish him well in retirement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:46 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>January 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met January 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A body was found frozen in the ice in the channel between Lake Calhoun and Lake of the Isles on January 4<sup>th</sup>.  It is not known to be a crime related situation and there is no danger to the public.  Residents are encouraged to demonstrate caution before proceeding to go out on the ice, especially areas that are not designated for winter recreational use.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is on Wednesday January 27<sup>th</sup>, the topic is a preview of the 2016 state legislative session. Senator Dibble among other elected officials are expected to attend.  Please contact Lisa’s office if you plan to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale utility work continues.  Sewer work will be necessary on Vineland Place near the Walker and Sculpture Garden.  Construction updates and road closures are available via Lisa’s office in her email updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Residents are advised that there needs to be a minimum 5 foot clearance on either side of alleys and driveways.  Neighbors are having difficulties accessing driveways and alleys when visitors or residents are parked within 5 feet of one.  This has been a challenge particularly at Kenwood Corner.  If access is blocked, neighbors can call 311 for assistance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed updated KIAA that the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District paid KIAA for the 15 neighborhood Raingarden projects.  KIAA will in turn pay MetroBlooms with these funds, as well as the KIAA share of $1134, approved at the December Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Noise Issues</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Local businesses are advised to ensure that their garbage and recycling services are observing local noise ordinances.  Garbage and recycling are not to be picked up prior to 6AM.  We love our local businesses.  Neighbors observing violations are encouraged to speak to the business owner first, and if unresolved then take a photo of the truck and email KIAA or Lisa Goodman’s office and we will contact the refuse service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt updated KIAA that the next ECLB Committee Meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan 26<sup>th</sup> at 7PM at the Kenwood Community Center.  All are welcome.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will invite Park Police Chief Ohotto to the February meeting to start the dialogue on the strategy for the summer of 2016.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the SWLRT environmental impact statement will not consider impacts of freight rail changes in the Kenilworth Corridor funded by the project, according to a recent email from the Southwest Project Office.  These changes include moving the rail much closer to homes, upgrading the tracks, building a bridge across the Kenilworth Canal, and removing many trees and green spaces.  Further, although the SWLRT project will spend tens of millions of dollars to “co-locate” freight and light rail, the Met Council says it “is not making freight rail permanent” in the Kenilworth Corridor.  KIAA is concerned that the upgraded freight rail infrastructure could encourage more trains at higher speeds, and create additional noise and safety concerns.  KIAA believes the SDEIS is flawed because it does not treat freight as a permanent condition, and therefore adverse impacts are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the section 106 meeting on December 3<sup>rd</sup>.  Section 106 protects historic properties impacted by federally funded projects.  The Kenilworth Channel is protected by section 106.  With input by Michael Schroeder of the MPRB, a bridge design has been agreed upon and the historic WPA retaining walls on the east side of the proposed bridge are now under consideration.  A memorandum of understanding will be developed in the coming months, and KIAA will decide whether or not to sign it when the time comes.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn, on behalf of KIAA, contacted each member of the Minnesota Senate and House Transportation Committees to surface the board’s continued concerns with co-location.  KIAA asked that the $135M of the state portion of the funding be put on hold.  This is to be voted on in the upcoming legislative session.  KIAA maintains that in a time of increased concern over rail safety, co-location of light rail and ethanol trains will pose a continual and sustained danger to the Kenwood neighborhood should there be a derailment. and we remain opposed to co-location.  The Minneapolis City Council, knowing of this risk, has nonetheless approved co-location, so KIAA is appealing to the state level.</li>\r\n	<li>County Commissioner Marion Greene is planning a public meeting on Wednesday, February 3<sup>rd</sup>.  KIAA will post time and place to NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Angie Erdrich will post in Next Door Kenwood a notice to invite neighbors to determine interest for the MetroBlooms Raingarden program for 2016</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lake of the Isles Skating Party is Sunday, January 24<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:38 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>December 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 7th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Larry Moran, Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi, Josine Peters  Also Present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n<h1>Agenda was approved unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since November Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby composed a letter to the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee articulating KIAA concerns that the SDEIS had shortcomings.  These arise from Met Council’s decision to treat freight rail as an “existing condition.” However, the SWLRT proposes creating permanent freight rail infrastructure where only temporary rail exists, and SDEIS failed to properly consider the safety, environmental, vibration, noise, and economic impact of that decision with freight rail as an existing condition.  In the December meeting, KIAA members voted in favor of sending the letter prior to the CMC.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>December 9<sup>th</sup> is the final opportunity for residents to testify at the City Council meeting regarding the 2016 budget and taxes.  Lisa encourages residents to appear in person or email their city representatives to provide testimony and input on how residential tax revenue is generated and spent.  This meeting will be in the past by the time these minutes are published, however residents are notified well in advance of the annual hearing in their Truth in Taxation statements for future tax years.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January.  December 14<sup>th</sup> marks the annual December Later with Lisa event at the Normandy Inn.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work is continuing on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Infrastructure has deteriorated further than expected and the project is approximately 6 weeks behind.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa confirmed that a variance at 2432 Sheridan Ave S was approved by the city.  This was endorsed by KIAA at the November meeting.  KIAA will seek input as broadly as possible for future requests</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed provided prior the meeting a recap of monies received from KIAA members as well as November transactions (expenditures), and these were discussed in the meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>The source of the remainder of Rain Garden funding was discussed.  Jeanette moved to use money from the NRP neighborhood livability Phase II fund.  Passed unanimously.  Mike Bono agreed to ensure that all city requirements were met to utilize that fund.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Resolution regarding Jean Deatrick’s contract – Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jean’s contract is set to expire at the end of the year.  Jean supports KIAA with communication, publication of the minutes, announcements, reimbursements, and other administrative activities.  Mike moved to extend her contract under the same terms until December 31<sup>st</sup> 2016.  Ed seconded the motion.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies\r\n<h1>·         Matt is reaching out to the Park Board to align on proposed activities for summer 2016.  KIAA continues to work on ensuring ECLB will be able to be used safely by all residents.  There will be a public meeting in January to discuss 2016 strategies, date/time/place to be posted on Nextdoor Kenwood.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA increased funding in 2015 to support existing funding from the Park Board et al, and research will be done to understand how much funding will be in place from other sources prior to a KIAA funding commitment for 2016.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Discussion continued from the November meeting regarding engaging state and federal officials over ongoing concerns for rail safety as well as other unaddressed concerns.  KIAA will contact state level transportation bill conferees to raise the concerns before end of year, and then again as State Legislators go back into session in February.  KIAA will also contact Federal Transit officials in advance of final funding of the line to ensure that federal officials are aware of local concerns with regard to safety, environmental, noise, vibration, and economic adverse effects not sufficiently addressed in the SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Metro Blooms is asking if KIAA would be interested in partnering on Rain Gardens again in 2016.  Angie will inform them of KIAA interest, pending gauging neighborhood interest.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:33 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met November 2nd, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since October Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA sent a response to the SWLRT project office regarding SWLRT Section 106 meeting Sept 23<sup>rd</sup>, as it relates to concerns over the traffic study.  There is a discrepancy in the ridership numbers vs SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Variance Request for Peterson Residence, 2432 Sheridan Ave S</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Request made in person by owners to enlarge the structure, extending a less than six foot variance along the property line.  A second variance was requested to extend the garage by five feet closer to the street, which is still within the set back.  Angie motioned to support, Matt to second, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws, Articles – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed changes to KIAA bylaws to modernize them, having consulted with Robert Cooper of the City of Minneapolis legal department.  For example, serving information via email vs paper mail, yet preserving multi modal communication which would include an annual newsletter or mailings at the discretion of KIAA.  Ed moved that KIAA approve the rewritten bylaws which would then be filed with the state, and stored on KIAA’s website.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed then moved to change articles of incorporation to update the registered office of KIAA to the Kenwood Rec Center.  Matt seconded, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Gardens – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved to pay $1134 for KIAA cost share to Metro Blooms (or up to $1200 in case of minor variance in the final invoice).  The costs increased due to decreased participation due to untenable soil conditions or other issues that were not able to be mitigated.  Motion seconded by Jim, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>The raingarden at Kenwood Corner was paid for by the private donations and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  In order to finalize funding, a sign is needed.  The sign will be reviewed as action taken outside the meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         ECLB committee met in October to debrief the year and start planning for next year.  Residents that have ideas for activities for 2016 are encouraged to contact Matt Spies.  2015 saw a tremendous amount of success and KIAA is excited to build on this success but needs continued neighborhood engagement even if there was an increase in usage via activities and a decrease in criminal activity.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Engagement with Anita Tabb and the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board was also discussed as an offline action.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA discussed whether to continue to engage in SWLRT via writing letters to state and federal officials addressing co-location concerns in the Kenilworth Corridor as KIAA was unable to gain support at the city level.  Specifically, to petition state and federal officials to withhold funding due to continuing and increasing concerns over the danger of the co-location of ethanol trains and SWLRT.  Further action to be taken between meetings, but accountability of individual public officials will be the focus, specifically, their knowledge of the risks, and how they plan to vote, is the plan of action via written correspondence.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood general community update.  Jeanette will encourage CM Greene to have the meeting, KIAA will not formally participate.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:43 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 5th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich.\r\n\r\nOthers present:  CM Lisa Goodman, Marc Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), 2 other attendees\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The September lunch with Lisa had over 75 attendees to hear about the Nicollet Mall renovation.  At the October Lunch with Lisa Wed Oct 21<sup>st</sup>, to commemorate the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, State Senator Steve Simon will speak about the Voting Rights Act.  Room 334 of the St Thomas Law School.  All are welcome to attend, please RSVP in advance to Lisa’s office.</li>\r\n	<li>Fall street sweeping will start on October 20<sup>th</sup>.  Please watch for parking restrictions.  Social media will be used to communicate dates.</li>\r\n	<li>Cedar Lake Parkway will be repaved – from 394 to the BNSF bridge.  It will start October 19<sup>th</sup>, last 6 days, and be a complete closure.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding variances and tear downs.  Neighbors are encouraged to review variance proposals with KIAA board so the board can be aware of variance requests.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed attended to any previously discussed financial compliance and efficiency concerns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed that bylaws be examined and modernized.  For example, the bylaws state that minutes must be maintained in a book.  However, now electronic copies are preferred to minimize paper waste.  Also that 1<sup>st</sup> class mail is used for communications, and now electronic notice is more economical and more efficient.  There was also a discussion on how to document action (votes) taken outside of meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark re-requested funding from KIAA for a rechargeable sound system to be used for neighborhood programming, at a cost of $2200.  Motion to fund passed with two abstentions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Hennepin Lake Community Wine Tasting Fundraiser – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is selling tickets to the event which is being held on Wed October 28<sup>th</sup>.  Advance ticket sales benefit KIAA.  Please email Jeanette Colby; email is available on the KIAA website.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>It was noted that each member of the City Council, Mayor Hodges, and Peter Wagenius received a copy of the KIAA SDEIS with a request to require more information regarding mitigation, co-location, and construction concerns prior to granting municipal consent.  However, there was no response to KIAA from the Mayor or the Council and all city council members voted the same as prior municipal consent.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood Q/A meeting for any outstanding questions regarding the SWLRT project.  Jeanette and Shawn will post to Nextdoor Kenwood this opportunity to have a dialogue, to gauge neighborhood interest.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette outlined the finding to the Section 106 Traffic Study.  The finding in the study was that there would not be substantial changes to traffic near historic 106 properties.  The findings of the study appear to be inconsistent with the SDEIS statements regarding how many riders will use the 21<sup>st</sup> St Station and how riders will access the station.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will draft a letter to state and federal officials highlighting the danger of co-location of ethanol trains and high voltage LRT wires in the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Announcements/New Business – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee continues to meet monthly.  Meetings are posted to Nextdoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>Thrill Kenwood is Saturday October 24<sup>th</sup>, at 3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, November 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSeptember 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met September 14th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Park Police Chief Ohotto, Mark Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), Jean Deatrich (Hill and Lakes), and 6 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>September Agenda was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Recognition for Kathy Low for her participation in KIAA and to Larry Moran for Chairing KIAA for the past three years.</li>\r\n	<li>It was agreed that a November KIAA newsletter will be published and mailed.  Articles will be needed and will need to be sent to Jean Deatrich.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich led a discussion regarding the final cost of the Raingarden Project, which will be finalized at a future date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Bylaw and Finance Update – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that he will put together a list of proposed bylaw changes that were discussed at the July KIAA meeting to be submitted.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed gave an overview of committed and past spending as a follow up to the account balance update emailed prior to the meeting.  It was determined to maintain one KIAA account going forward, instead of two, and Ed named some follow up tasks that he would tend to in order to ensure KIAA is compliant with the city policy, and it was also determined to maintain a May 31<sup>st</sup> fiscal year end and coincide with the annual election of the KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark requested funding from KIAA for the replacement of 3 picnic tables and a sound system.  A vote was deferred until ownership of the space where the picnic tables is housed could be confirmed.  Additionally, it was suggested that the Rec Center request funding from the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto/Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Chief Ohotto shared that police reports for ECLB were 69 in 2015 vs 2014 last year.  Most reports were misdemeanors.  He attributes the reduction to Matt Spies and his task force and the community involvement at the beach, as well as concerned residents calling 911 when incidents occurred.  Chief Ohotto recommended continued KIAA-funded hours and activities moving forward.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Subcommittee Meeting is on October 13<sup>th</sup> at 7PM, Kenwood Rec Center.  Residents are encouraged to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Permit Parking was discussed as a deterrent.  There is a Next Door thread discussing a petition to request it to deter beach attendance.  KIAA in the past has recommended that this is not a viable solution to deter crime, however agreed that the SubCommittee should reevaluate this as a solution to ensure that any recommendation reflects current views.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Amanda Vallone - beArtrageous</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda on behalf of beArtrageous proposed some activities for ECLB for 2016.  Activities would be for residents of all ages:  potlucks, craft parties, coffee and sunset gatherings, etc.  Activities would be funded by CPP or participants.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda requested funding from KIAA to fund Thrill Kenwood on October 24<sup>th</sup>.  The activity is a neighborhood dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at the corner of Penn and 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Proceeds go to Bridge for Youth, and emergency Shelter for for 10-17 year old youth.  KIAA approved $800 to fund the event, about 40% of the budget.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>MPRB Ice Rink Warming Hut – Cliff Swenson/Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>MPRB is considering updating the warming hut (without disruption to the footprint or skating area) at Lake of the Isles and across other rinks in the park system.  MPRB is beginning the process of informing city boards about the redesign, and if the project moves forward there would be a community engagement process in the future.  Goal is to have the project done by Fall 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Jeanette Colby/Shawn Smith/Jody Strakosch</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody updated from the Community Advisory Committee, which met recently and the Project Office is proceeding as if they have full funding.  Jody asked that the key elements of the project be a standing topic on the agenda going forward, including co-location, noise, vibration, etc.  Meetings occur the 4<sup>th</sup> Thursday of every month.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette offered to contact County Commissioner Marion Greene to see if we would conduct a public hearing to ask questions.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA agreed to distribute the SDEIS response to additional public officials.  The purpose is to gain support to get answers to those questions posed in the response, submitted to the Project Office in July 2015, that have yet to be answered.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, October 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met July 6th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Lisa Goodman, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee and KIAA Board Member-Elect), Jean Deatrick, and 2 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby nominated Matt Spies to the board and his appointment was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City of Minneapolis Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be August 26<sup>th</sup>.  Topic is TBD and Lisa is seeking input on ideas of broad interest to the ward.</li>\r\n	<li>NextDoor Kenwood will be increasingly used by the city for announcements and crime alerts, so neighbors are encouraged to sign up for the site.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion regarding street paving and repair.  Lisa encourages neighbors to call 3-1-1 to report any potholes in need of fill.  Major repaving for roads in need of repair could result in a potentially significant tax assessment for property owners on the street repaired.</li>\r\n	<li>Because of the buffer zone around parkland, it was emphasized that feral cats are not allowed in much of the Kenwood neighborhood, and should be reported to animal control.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report/Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Year end financial recaps were circulated to KIAA board members prior to the July meeting.  The balance sheet will be attached to the CPP annual report to be sent to the city.  KIAA fiscal year runs from June 1 to May 31 due to the timing of the election of the board in May.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA bylaws have not been updated in several years.  Ed offered to chair a subcommittee to review where updates should be made to allow more relevant communication methods, eg allowing electronic communication vs by US Mail.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP Annual Report – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the KIAA 2014 CPP Annual report be approved and sent to the city, and the motion was unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Dinkytown Historic Commercial Preservation – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The city is voting July 10<sup>th</sup> regarding preservation of the Dinkytown business district.  KIAA will circulate the letter from the preservation group should Kenwood residents wish to show support.  KIAA will not file a formal support with the city but voted to send a statement to the City Council in support of the Marcy Holmes Neighborhood Association (Dinkytown) in its adherence to its neighborhood small area plan.  Small area plans are developed with broad community input and may put parameters on developers to preserve neighborhood history and aesthetics.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Uptown Neighborhoods Working Group (UNWG) – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Per UNWG request, Josine attended the recent meeting of the working group and will provide input into the decisions and discussions related to the Uptown neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Raingardens Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The installations of raingardens in Kenwood continue to have interest in the neighborhood and Angie will continue to provide input and updates to Metro Blooms and KIAA.  20 Residences are approved to be funded by Metro Blooms and KIAA.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log Rolling continues to be a popular event – future dates will be announced on NextDoor Kenwood.  Open Water Swimming, sponsored by YWCA, is rolling out this summer.</li>\r\n	<li>Pledges have been raised for $1350 to fund a pop-up Adventure Park, 3 events to occur this summer.  Matt requested $750 in funding from KIAA to reach the goal of $3000 and for a fund to be established to be administered by KIAA to house the funding as it is collected.  Jeanette so moved and the motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Crime and Safety – Chief Ohotto provided an update in advance of the meeting that crime is down from prior years.  There are still some incidents that have required police response but of less frequency and severity vs prior summers.  Ed Pluimer reminded the board that $8K was allocated for increased police patrols this summer.  KIAA will continue to evaluate the effectiveness of the expenditure.</li>\r\n	<li>The next ECLB subcommittee meeting will be July 14<sup>th</sup> at Kenwood Rec Center and will be published on NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Supplementary Draft EIS Response – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS response was submitted to the board for review prior to the meeting.  There was a general discussion regarding edits related to construction impacts, property values.  Angie moved to approve the response with amendments, and the motion passed unanimously.  The amendments to increase the focus on the response relating to construction short term impacts (noise, vibration, road damage).  The KIAA response will be submitted to the Met Council, and a response will be requested, by the July 21<sup>st</sup> deadline.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Investing in Neighborhood Parks/Closing the Gap – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Minneapolis Park and Rec Board is conducting neighborhood hearings through late September to discuss the current state of Minneapolis Parks and those in need of repairs that may have been deferred.  Please see the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board for dates on upcoming hearings.  You can also email <a href=\"mailto:closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org\">closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org</a> for information and input.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, August 3rd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>June 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 1st, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and Jean Deatrich, and 3 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in June or July.  The next will be August 6<sup>th</sup>, topic is TBD.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa is sending out a weekly downtown event and construction alert including sporting and arts events and street closures.  Future emails will include the reconstruction of Hennepin at Lyndale, Nicollet Mall Reconstruction, etc. Residents can sign up for the weekly Friday email by emailing Lisa’s office.  She is hopeful that the information will help residents and visitors get around town a little easier with all the construction and exciting downtown events.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Streets events are starting, sponsored by the city and the Bicycle Coalition.  There will be road closures and roads will be open to pedestrians and bikers.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.openstreetsmpls.com/\">www.openstreetsmpls.com</a> for more information.</li>\r\n	<li>With the warm weather approaching, residents are advised to keep garages and homes locked when not home.  This will deter crimes of opportunity.  Also, keep valuables out of sight in your car, and keep your car locked even when it is in your garage.  Residents are encouraged to call 911 if you see any suspicious activity.  This will help control crimes of opportunity.</li>\r\n	<li>The City and the Park Board advise to water trees regularly, and advise against pruning ash trees, which can spread the Emerald Ash borer.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update (ECLB, “Hidden Beach”) – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Activities are being planned to increase resident usage of the beach.  Activities will mainly be sponsored by a 3<sup>rd</sup> party, not the Park Board or City.  Matt will submit an article to Hill and Lakes Press with more information in an upcoming issue.</li>\r\n	<li>The first log roll was held on Saturday May 30th with about 25 attendees.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Lake Swimming is in the planning stages, similar Lake Nokomis Open Swim.  The intent is to give residents the opportunity to swim in open water for exercise and triathlon training.  Also for trained swimmers that do not have access to a pool.  The open swim events will be managed by the YMCA.</li>\r\n	<li>Other events are being planned, such as morning meditations, arts events, and more.  Announcements will be shared via the Nextdoor Kenwood website, so please sign up for the site for alerts on upcoming events.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is working to see if a sign can be secured to post at the entrance of the beach area announcing the schedule of activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is doing an amazing job leading the ECLB subcommittee and KIAA appreciates his dedication and effort to bring fun activities to ECLB for everyone.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low outlined the revised neighborhood priority plan that was drafted to direct activities and advise the expenditure of Community Participation Program funds.  Changes to the former plan were advised in response to a recent survey of residents and ongoing KIAA priorities.  Kathy did not seek re-election and was handing the work off to the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Included in the plan is SWLRT work, additional police patrols for ECLB, monthly newsletter, and neighborhood programming activities.</li>\r\n	<li>The final revised plan will be submitted to the city and put on record in the KIAA archives.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS is now published which reflects co-location of Light Rail and Freight Rail.  LRT Done Right is drafting a response to the SDEIS (Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement).  Jeanette Colby proposed that KIAA utilize the LRT Done Right as a foundation to the response for KIAA.  The responses are due by July 6<sup>th</sup> unless an extension is granted.  KIAA will draft a response representative of views expressed by residents and an evaluation of the SDEIS.  Any resident can review the SDEIS at <a href=\"http://www.metrocouncil.org/\">www.metrocouncil.org</a>.  Residents are encouraged to review environmental findings and mitigation plans and provide input to the Met Council directly.  The City of Minneapolis and Park Board are each planning to submit a response to the SDEIS in addition to those of LRT Done Right and KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to be involved with the Citizens Advisory Committee.  KIAA did not support co-location of freight and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor, but will focus the feedback on mitigation that is needed as determined by the board for safety, vibration, noise, light, and economic potential adverse effects on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of KIAA Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby was elected to Chair of the Board.  Ed Pluimer was re-elected as Treasurer.  Larry Moran was elected Vice Chair, to help oversee that transition of the position of Chair to Jeanette.  Shawn Smith was re-elected to Secretary.  The website will be updated by Jean Deatrich to reflect the officers for the next annual period.  It was noted that new members will be needed to continue the work of the board as some members have served for several terms and new resident participation is needed for succession planning.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2015 KIAA 4<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA had its 4<sup>th</sup> annual gathering on May 5<sup>th</sup> in Downtown Kenwood, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">In attendance were the KIAA board, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene, MPRB Anita Tabb, Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, 8 serving board members up for re-election, and approximately 80 neighbors.</p>\r\nThe gathering began at 6PM. The weather was great and everyone enjoyed complimentary Red Wagon Pizza and beverages provided by KIAA. Janet Hallaway from The Bridge for Youth was available to answer questions regarding her organization and to take donations. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM. He stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year: SWLRT work including work on the CAC and mitigation of potential adverse effects to the neighborhood, support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Movies in the Park, Kenwood Carnival, and the Skating Party. He also introduced Matt Spies, who leads the subcommittee working to address concerns over East Cedar Lake “Hidden” Beach. Angie Erdrich gave an update on the Raingarden to be constructed at Kenwood Corner in August 2015.\r\n\r\nLarry introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to himself: Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Ed Pluimer, and Shawn Smith. Larry made the motion for re-election, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood. If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us. If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> April 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">The KIAA Board met April 6, 2015, at Kenwood Rec Center.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Board Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Others present: Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and other Kenwood residents</p>\r\n\r\n<h1><strong>7th Ward Update - City Council Member Lisa Goodman </strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping on most north/south streets will be the week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; east/west streets and the remaining north/south streets will be the week of April 20<sup>th</sup>. Yard waste pickup begins week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; use compostable bags or yard waste containers.</li>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be on Wednesday April 29<sup>th</sup>. Olga Viso, Executive Director of the Walker Art Center, will give an in-depth look at the Walker’s $75 million renovation plans, including the Sculpture Garden and improvements to the hill and along Vineland Place. As usual, please arrive between 11:30 - 11:45 am to get lunch and a seat for the program.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa Goodman is also arranging a visit to the Minneapolis Emergency Operations Center the week of May 4<sup>th</sup> for interested residents. The Center was moved to Fridley and improved after the 35W bridge collapse. Space will be limited. Notice will be sent to anyone who is signed up for her regular notices by email. (Email her office if you would like to be added to her distribution list.)</li>\r\n	<li>Some qualified residents of CIDNA and Lowry Hill have volunteered to be on the Kenilworth Station Art and Landscape Committee that will look at station area design for some of the Minneapolis Southwest Light Rail stations. Selections will be made soon; contact Lisa Goodman’s office if anyone else is interested. KIAA expressed the strong interest in having this committee consider ways that the presence of a station could have a positive impact on problems at East Cedar Lake beach. Lisa Goodman thinks the committee will be focused only on the station design.</li>\r\n	<li>The owners of 1800 Lake/Knox project have stopped pumping water from the basement of the building into Lake Calhoun in accordance with the consent decree.</li>\r\n	<li>The City’s composting program has started; organics can be taken to drop-off sites listed at <a href=\"http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996\">http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996</a>. One of the drop-off sites is the South Transfer Station, 2850 20th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55407. Organics pick up will start in April 2016 for the Kenwood neighborhood. Homeowners will be charged for the service whether they sign up for pick up or not.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The East Cedar Lake Beach KIAA subcommittee recently met and also conducted an online survey. Survey results will be posted on NextDoor; there was interest in log-rolling, which could be once/week in partnership with the maker of synthetic logs who lives in the area, as well as point-to-point swimming across Cedar Lake. The Park Board indicated that they would be supportive of this swimming by providing a lifeguard and allowing this activity, which normally is prohibited.</li>\r\n	<li>The subcommittee discussed that the Park Police are best situated to determine when to deploy extra policing funded by KIAA. Josine Peters introduced a resolution to allocate an additional $3,000 (when added to the previously approved $5,000, for a total of $8,000) of remaining KIAA NRP funds to the Police Buy-Back contract with the City. Jack Levi seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Another idea for positive programming at the Beach is a canoe paddle derby. Jeanette Colby has confirmed the details for one KIAA-sponsored event for all ages: the Open Eye Figure Theatre Driveway Tour will be on Friday, June 5th at 7 p.m. at East Cedar Lake Beach. Residents are invited to picnic and enjoy an innovative puppet show. Jeanette Colby introduced a resolution approving $400 for the event; Kathy Low seconded and it passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Long-term solutions to the problems at the Beach were also discussed at the subcommitee’s recent meeting. Some of the Park Board’s ideas to be considered in the future include fixing up trails and constructing restrooms. <strong>The</strong> suggestion that a CAC be formed as a forum for discussing these kinds of changes was met with enthusiasm.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>SWLRT Discussion - Kathy Low</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy provided an update on the 106 review (environmental review process re: adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties in the neighborhood). KIAA continues to use the PVN consulting firm to assist in our role as consulting party in this process. Kathy proposed a resolution to approve a contract with PVN for 2015 and to add $2,000 to the contract with the City using Neighborhood Priority Plan funds to cover this cost. The consultant will discuss with KIAA what scope of work is requested for each future meeting. It is possible that CIDNA will share in the cost of the consultant’s time to prepare and attend meetings<strong>.</strong> The motion was seconded and carried unanimously. Kathy will attend the next 106 meeting on April 22<sup>nd</sup> and KIAA will seek a new representative for future meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>KIAA Annual Gathering – Angie Erdrich, Ed Pluimer</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> outside the downtown Kenwood businesses on West 21<sup>st</sup> Street beginning at 6 pm. BeARTrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Ed proposed a resolution to allocate $100 each to help with expenses those two businesses will incur as well as funds to cover other KIAA expenses for supplies for the event. Kathy Low seconded and the resolution passed unanimously. Delicious individually-prepared pizza will be prepared on site by Red Wagon Pizza. There will be a brief presentation by Chair Larry Moran at 6:30 describing KIAA activities. The 2015-2016 KIAA board will then be elected: new board members are needed and encouraged to attend. Last year was a huge success and all residents are welcome. Donations to the Bridge for Youth will be accepted.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:25 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, May 4th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on 21<sup>st</sup> Street in front of the Kenwood businesses as described above. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident in each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kiaa55405@gmail.com.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met March 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee), Dr. Eric Larson, and 6 other attendees and neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>No Update this month</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto provided an update on how KIAA funding was utilized in the summer of 2014 beach season. A total of 93 hours were utilized by park police for a budget cost of $6084, over the authorization of $5000 by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Most offenses at ECLB are due to narcotics and alcohol. Submitted for the minutes was a 10 year recap of police reports. 2014 had 101 reports written (not necessarily arrests)</li>\r\n	<li>Chief would like to continue to have “buy back” patrols in 2015 and to have funding in place before June for proactive presence at the beach. The Chief’s recommendation was to have an officer present from 11AM till 4PM on scheduled days (from buy back funding), so as not to double up coverage that is regularly scheduled after 2PM till 10PM, based on availability. He also recommended the board reach out to the 5<sup>th</sup> Precinct City Attorney for partnership in increasing awareness of repeat offenders. Further, to reach out to Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams for support.</li>\r\n	<li>Preceding the recommendation of the Hidden Beach task force, which will be provided to KIAA later in March, Jeanette Colby made a motion to authorize $5000 initially pending the recommendation of the committee (to be finalized March 17<sup>th</sup> at the rec center at 6:30, public welcome) and to be revisited at a later date in case extra funding is needed due to ideas that come from the task force. Josine Peters seconded. Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Larry Moran provided an update from the Community Advisory Committee meeting (Jody Strakosch is the neighborhood CAC representative), which occurs the last Tuesday of each month. Topics included Development Reviews, Community Works, and Design and Engineering. The primary issue was the SDEIS which will be delayed until late Spring or early summer, or later. This is important as SDEIS would speak to the environmental impact of co-location of freight and LRT in the Kenilworth Corridor with a single tunnel. Once complete, the public will have a 45 day period to comment.</li>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low provided an update on the 106 review (adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties). In December, KIAA sent a letter outlining concerns on this topic. MnDot agreed to expedite traffic studies to assess impact of project. It remains unclear what, if any, mitigation will be done to mitigate potential adverse impacts on historic properties. Motion carried unanimously for Kathy Low to send the letter regarding KIAA position on the channel. Motion also carried unanimously to authorize an additional $500 to pay the consultants PVN to help KIAA prepare a response letter to the most recent 106 consultation meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>Dr. Eric Larson, neighbor, addressed the board regarding the transportation of flammable liquids through the Kenilworth Corridor alongside SWLRT. He sent a letter to Fire Chief Fruetel asking him to explore the inherent danger of, and a plan to manage and mitigate the damage in the event of a spill or fire resulting from an ethanol train accident. Construction of the shallow tunnel will occur 12 feet from the freight rail track. Motion carried unanimously to endorse the letter.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn Smith made a motion to update, sign on behalf of KIAA, and send a letter to Senator Dibble recapping the discussion on outstanding questions on SWLRT from the last two meetings, to outline where information is needed and outstanding concerns that are not addressed. Seconded by Josine, carried unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Sculpture Garden Renovation – Josine Peters (minutes addendum)</h1>\r\n<strong>Statement:</strong>\r\n\r\nAs part of the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden renovation, the Walker Art Center will temporarily remove most sculptures. Many will be in storage, but others will be on short- or long-term loan to a number of Twin Cities institutions so that the public can still enjoy them during the construction project. The Walker is still in conversation with these potential partners and is identifying particular works for relocation. No official decisions have been made.\r\n\r\nOne thing we know for certain is that the Frank Gehry <em>Standing Fish</em> will be relocated from the Cowles Conservatory in order to reimagine that particular space. A formal announcement will be made in early 2015 announcing the relocation of specific artworks and their locations.\r\n\r\nMore information can be found on Minneapolisparks.org. Search under “current projects”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Carnival</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Motion carried unanimously to authorize $750 Kenwood Carnival.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> in front of the Kenwood Restaurant, 6-7:30. BeArtrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Food will be Red Wagon Pizza. New prospective board members are welcome. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Volunteers are Needed for Earth Day Cleanup.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meet on Saturday, April 25<sup>th</sup> at the Kenwood Rec Center. 9:30-noon. More info to come in April.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>February 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met February 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; 4 neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1>Lunch with Lisa on Feb 25<sup>th</sup> and the topic is TBD at the time of this meeting. There will be a communication shortly to provide interested residents the time, place and topic. The last lunch was well attended with a speaker from the Youth Homelessness Initiative.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There is a wrecking permit pulled for a residence at 2536 Upton S for a replacement house.</li>\r\n	<li>Property valuation notices for 2015 have been mailed to residents. If residents would like to have a review for equalization of their property value, it must be done at this time. If you believe your property is not correctly assessed, please refer to the City of Minneapolis website for instructions. You will need to pull your own comparative properties and submit an application for review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update, Section 106 Review (potential affects of SWLRT on historic properties) – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that the next SWLRT section 106 consultation meeting is 2/6. KIAA will attend the meeting along with the other consulting parties; SWLRT project staff, the State Historic Preservation Office, City of Minneapolis, the Park Board, CIDNA, and others. This meeting concerns solely the impact on the historical Kenilworth Channel crossing. Adverse effects on neighborhood historic properties from construction as well as operation of the trains and related traffic will continue to be the top focus of KIAA at future 106 meetings. Jeanette Colby motioned to approve $500 for the KIAA retained consultants Preservation Design Works to attend the meeting, Josine Peters seconded. The motion was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a follow up discussion led by Larry Moran regarding the need for specifics from the SW Project office for what to expect in 2015 on the project to be able to inform residents and how best to obtain that information. Suggestions that were made would be finalized after the meeting as a follow up but included contacting representatives to request their attention to any concerns that are not being addressed.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Larry Moran</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA task force is continuing to work on solutions for the 2015 beach season. The importance of continuity was stressed for a neighborhood strategy to address neighborhood concerns regarding the beach. If KIAA funds extra park police patrols in 2015, KIAA would work with funding recipients to align on how the money would be spent, and would look to include Chief Ohotto and Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams in the conversations. Jack Levi to follow up with Kathy Williams for an update from the task force on long term strategies and next steps.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> January 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 5, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Vice Chair Mike Bono called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; Dan Pennie, Anne Carayon, Dylan Thomas (SW Journal), Jean Deatrick (Hill and Lakes Press), Bruce Brunner, Donna Minter, Jody Strakosch\r\n\r\n7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman\r\n<h1><em> </em>Lunch with Lisa on Jan 28<sup>th</sup> will feature a Youth Homelessness speaker. RSVP to Lisa’s office is appreciated.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>SWLRT. There will be CIDNA, KIAA, Bryn Mawr, and Cedar Lake Park Association representation on committees regarding the W 21<sup>st</sup> St and Penn Ave stations. The city is seeking individuals with landscape architecture experience to serve on the committees and give input on environmental mitigation and remediation strategies.</li>\r\n	<li>A CIDNA homeowner described damage to homes on Sunset Blvd from the recent Met Council sewer reconstruction project. The Met Council and its contractor have not satisfactorily addressed the homeowners’ property damage claims according to the testimonial. Kathy Low brought forth a resolution for discussion, similar to one recently passed by CIDNA, requesting that the Met Council revise processes to resolve damage disputes and compensate property owners who suffer damage due to Met Council projects, especially in light of the proposed SWLRT construction. Discussion on how to engage state and city leadership is an issue that is common to neighborhoods at risk of damage by construction, for the agenda of a January 21<sup>st</sup> meeting. Kathy Low moved for approval of the resolution. Jeanette Colby seconded. Unanimously passed and final version was published to KIAA post-meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that on 1/7 the Park Board will vote on two resolutions – 1) request approval of funding to complete a study of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel for SWLRT 2) a letter to the FTA stating that input from the Park Board has not been duly considered (note: the Park Board subsequently voted to approve these motions in the 1/7 meeting). In the board’s materials for discussion is the KIAA Section 106 letter (which is in regard to the adverse effects of construction on historic districts or properties). This letter was approved between KIAA monthly meetings. There was a general discussion regarding upcoming opportunities for neighborhood input, potentially coordinating input with CIDNA and Cedar Lake Park Association, and the reliability of the funding for above mentioned mitigation strategies.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Property Resolution – Kathy Low</h1>\r\nHidden Beach Committee\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike Bono surfaced the discussion of the formation of a KIAA committee to proactively handle concerns for Hidden Beach. The committee chair description was developed by Chair Larry Moran prior to the meeting and was reviewed by the board members present. Angie Erdrich offered to get input on the draft description from Kathy Williams and the Hidden Beach committee she chairs currently.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nKIAA Annual Gathering\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The date of the Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. Preparations are underway and more details are to come. All neighbors are encouraged to join in the annual celebration of our neighborhood, and participate in the election of the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nRain Gardens\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich shared that 20 residents had applied for raingardens. A huge win for the</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>The Rain Garden grant is through Metro Blooms.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Addendum:</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The City of Minneapolis Public Works Department, after consultation with the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board, is working with a contractor to install a temporary diversion of the stormwater system from an outfall pipe in the Lagoon (between Lake of the Isles and Lake Calhoun) to the north shoreline of Lake Calhoun.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWork on the installation begain last week and is expected to be completed by January 16.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Mike Bono at 8:39 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<table width=\"640\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"9\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"4\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n&nbsp;','KIAA','','inherit','closed','closed','','1607-revision-12','','','2017-11-20 17:56:23','2017-11-20 23:56:23','',1607,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/11/20/1607-revision-12/',0,'revision','',0),(1046,2,'2014-09-08 10:10:17','2014-09-08 15:10:17','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. 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The neighborhood-elected Board of Directors generally meets the 1st Monday of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. These meetings are open to the public. The topics of discussion include:\r\n\r\nA City Council update from Lisa Goodman, our City Council representative\r\n\r\nA Treasurer’s report\r\n\r\nCommittee updates\r\n\r\nOther neighborhood updates/news\r\n\r\nWe invite you to attend our meetings and to become involved in the neighborhood by joining the Board or serving on one of our committees: Communications, Crime and Safety, Events/Special Projects, Light Rail Transit (LRT), Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP), and Zoning.\r\n\r\nWe also invite you to participate in our neighborhood events which include:\r\n\r\nThe City of Lakes Loppet and neighborhood skating party in late January/early February\r\n\r\nOur annual neighborhood meeting in May\r\n\r\nSpecial events in Kenwood Park during the summer\r\n\r\nThe Twin Cities Marathon in early October.\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA Mission Statement</strong> – To build a strong community in the Kenwood-Isles area by providing leadership, information on local matters, and a forum for issues resolution.\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Mascot</strong>, Egret (Why the Egret you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Color</strong>, Red (Why red you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\"><img title=\"egret-red\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"448\" height=\"261\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"listing\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Shawn Smith (Chair)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Larry Moran (Vice Chair) </strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Jack Levi (Secretary)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:jack@levicapital.com\">jack@levicapital.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Matthew Spies (Treasurer)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>matthew.spies@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Michael Bono</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:mbono@brocade.com\">mbono@brocade.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Mark Brown</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:pluim2020@aol.com\">M</a>ark@AcceleratedInnovations.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong><a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><a href=\"mailto:angie_sandeep@yahoo.com\">angie_sandeep@yahoo.c</a>om\r\n\r\n<strong>Carl Goldstein</strong>\r\n\r\ncarl@wordsonfire.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Kyle Leier</strong>\r\n\r\nKyleier@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeremy Nichols</strong>\r\n\r\njsn@umn.edu\r\n\r\n<strong>Will Stensrud</strong>\r\n\r\nwillstensrud@gmail.com\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div><strong>Join a Committee</strong> – The <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> would love to have more neighborhood participation on our standing committees. We need your ideas on how to make the <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> even better and more relevant to everyone in the neighborhood. Any one who lives or owns property in the Kenwood neighborhood is eligible to join. If you are interested in participating, please contact any of the committee members listed:</div>\r\n<table width=\"810\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Communications </strong>(Chair is vacant) –This committee works toward better communication among neighbors, KIAA Board members, and other organizations and entities. It also works to promote the Kenwood neighborhood.Responsibilities include:</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Publishing the semi-annual KIAA newsletter and monthly e-newsletter</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the KIAA web site</li>\r\n	<li>Creating/maintaining the neighborhood welcome kit</li>\r\n	<li>Developing communication materials and methods</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the neighborhood e-mail distribution list</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong> Chair is Mark Johnson – <a href=\"mailto:mjruns26@gmail.com\">mjruns26@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee works to promote safety in the Kenwood neighborhood.Goals include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Keeping the community safe</li>\r\n	<li>Educating residents about safety issues</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating information about crimes in the area in a timely and accurate manner</li>\r\n	<li>Recruiting block leaders</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining a relationship with the Minneapolis Police Dept. and Crime Prevention Specialist</li>\r\n	<li>For more information or to subscribe to the quarterly e-newsletter for our precinct (the 5th) visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>or text SPOTLIGHT to 22828.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Events/Special Projects</strong> Chair is Amy Lucas – <a href=\"mailto:amylucas@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">amymlucas@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee plans neighborhood events and works with the Kenwood Recreation Center staff and other neighborhood associations to co-sponsor events. It also addresses issues of current interest to neighborhood residents and ensures KIAA representation on community task forces.Some of the annual events coordinated by this committee are:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Skating party</li>\r\n	<li>Earth day/community cleanup day</li>\r\n	<li>Neighborhood Annual Meeting</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>LRT</strong> Chair is Jeanette Colby – <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\" target=\"_blank\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\nHennepin County and the Met Council are planning a light rail line (SWLRT) between Eden Prairie and downtown Minneapolis that would run along the Kenilworth Trail through the Kenwood neighborhood. KIAA has taken an active role in advocating for high design standards and mitigation that protect our parks and neighborhood.Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Attending community meetings</li>\r\n	<li>Drafting resolutions</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with the KIAA Board and neighbors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong></strong><strong>NRP </strong>Chair position is vacant\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as liaison with the Minneapolis Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) and with the new Minneapolis Neighborhood &amp; Community Relations (NCR) Department.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Management of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Solicitation of neighborhood projects to be recipients of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Completion of required paperwork</li>\r\n	<li>Development and implementation of our NRP Phase II plan</li>\r\n	<li>Communication with NRP staff and neighborhood activists citywide regarding NRP matters</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and written materials required by new Minneapolis NCR Department</li>\r\n	<li>Frequent updates regarding NRP and Minneapolis NCR/NCEC matters at KIAA Board meetings</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Zoning</strong> Chair is Larry Moran – <a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as the liaison between neighborhood homeowners seeking variances or conditional use permits and the KIAA Board.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Responding to neighbor’s questions regarding neighborhood zoning rules</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating the variance or conditional use permit process to neighbors</li>\r\n	<li>Meeting with neighbors to review any variance or conditional use permit requests</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with Minneapolis zoning and planning officials</li>\r\n	<li>Presenting requests for variances or conditional use permits to the KIAA Board</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"support\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Support Our Neighborhood – </strong>Your membership helps<strong> KIAA</strong> support neighborhood projects and events. Click on the link below to download a PDF of the membership form, then print out the form:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?attachment_id=113\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-113\">KIAA_Membership form (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform.gif\"><img title=\"KIAA Membership Form\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform-150x150.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p align=\"left\"></p>\r\nOctober 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\"></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 10/02/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors that are present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Mike Bono, Carl Goldstein, Jeremy Nichols\r\n\r\nAbsent: Kyle Leier, Jeanette Colby, Mark Brown\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>October 25 is Lunch with Lisa at noon at St Thomas Opus Hall, in room 202. The head of the Super Bowl committee will be there to talk about family events during the Super Bowl.</li>\r\n	<li>October street sweeping: Starts October 16 and will last four weeks</li>\r\n	<li>1988 Sheridan will be applying for a variance for an addition to the existing home</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting for the November 7 elections has started for \"City Municipal\" elections for Mayor, City Council, Park Board, and Board of Estimate and Taxation</li>\r\n	<li>City of Minneapolis exceeds $1billion in permits for 2017; this number excludes the stadium.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Budget – Matt Spies, Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn learned about regulations concerning CPP funds from the City of Minneapolis.  They need to be identified as part of the NRP funding application.  The board approved proactively allocating the money in the next three year cycle vs having a public notice and 21 day waiting period any time monies would be allocated.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn spoke to Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto and asked for his perspective on the 95 police reports written in 2017; even though this number is higher than 2016, the Chief found this not alarming because in 2017 they were watching the beach more carefully, including observing activities from a distance with binoculars and that extra surveillance drove the increase. KIAA allocated $5000 for the 2017 season for extra police hours, of which $2820 was used.</li>\r\n	<li>The Board emphasized the importance of starting the patrols early in 2018 in order to establish a presence early to have a safe start to the 2018 beach season.</li>\r\n	<li>The KIAA annual meeting food expenses are not reimbursable by the City. Matt is in favor of reducing food expenses for the KIAA annual meeting and to put more effort, throughout the year, towards raising more money for expenses not reimbursable by the City.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Community Oven – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\nKingfield built a community oven and they keep it on the ground of the communities’ Arts Building; the purpose of this oven is to foster community building and it has been successful. KIAA is considering a temporary oven to be used at the annual gathering to reduce food expense.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>Will Stensrud</strong>:\r\n\r\nThe portable saunas from the “612 Sauna Society” are set to go on the 21st, 22nd, 28<sup>th</sup> and 29th of October at Hidden Beach. They will be open 3 sessions each of those evenings; each session will accommodate 8 reservations online. The cost is $20 for a spot.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hidden Beach – Will Stensrud: </strong>\r\n\r\nWill has had conversations with Keith Prussing regarding a concert at Hidden Beach; Keith is in support of live acoustic music at the beach in 2018. The aim is to have 100-150 people attending.\r\n\r\nRandolph Findley of the Shakespeare production Company has agreed to have some of the productions for the summer of 2018 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nWill is looking at scheduling a committee meeting; the committee currently consists of Mark Brown, Matt Spies and Will Stensrud.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>Community Communications – Shawn Smith:</strong>\r\n\r\nKIAA current has a paid consultant to manage the KIAA newsletter, the website, and other communications.  The annual stipend is $5000.  As the current consultant contract has expired, KIAA is opening up a search for any interested individuals to apply.  Please email Chair Shawn Smith at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> by October 23rd if interested in applying.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on November 6, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>September 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKIAA Board met on 9/12/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Angie Erdrich, Kyle Leier, Will Stensrud. Directors absent: Mike Bono, Carl Goldstein, Mark Brown, Jeremy Nichols.  Also present: Councilmember Lisa Goodman, Jake Warner, Jean Deatrick.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the “60% design review regarding Peavey Plaza”. One of the decisions made so far is that there will be no public restrooms at the Plaza, but the MN Orchestra will be providing a restroom for the public.</li>\r\n	<li>In October, the Superbowl committee is giving out $100,000 and organizing lots of kids’ activities.</li>\r\n	<li>October street sweeping: the City is looking at a 4-5 week window. Date for starting has not established yet.</li>\r\n	<li>The Mayor delivered the budget today. Details at: <a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/mayor/news/WCMSP-204780\">http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/mayor/news/WCMSP-204780</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis early voting date is September 22, 2017</li>\r\n	<li>So far, 45,000 households signed up for organic recycling in Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>The Graves Foundation is proposing a facility near Hennepin &amp; Franklin for affordable youth housing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Thrill Kenwood, Clothing Swap &amp; other topics  - Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n\r\nThrill Kenwood will happen again this year, and $2,150 is needed for the budget. Shawn asked that KIAA approve a $750 contribution. The motion was approved by KIAA, unanimously.\r\n\r\nKenwood neighbors have expressed an interest in holding a clothing swap.  Angie Erdrich requested the KIAA sponsor this activity, as it is an opportunity to both support re-use and build community.  It could be held at the Kenwood Rec Center for a $75 room rental fee.  The board unanimously approved a $75 expenditure for this activity. Funding was supported as it ties to KIAA neighborhood priorities to build more neighborhood connections at the Rec Center.\r\n\r\nKIAA approved up to $300 to sponsor a Ward 7 candidate forum.  Funding will come from NRP money where expenses qualify for reimbursement. The forum will be at the St Paul Episcopal church on Sept 28 at 7pm.\r\n\r\nThere is a shortage of election judges this year; everyone is encouraged to apply for the vacancies.\r\n\r\nThere will be a modified grievance policy regarding KIAA and all other neighborhood associations. This means that, if someone objects to the way an association allocates funds, they can bring a grievance. More information on this will be available shortly.\r\n\r\nLouise Erdrich/Birch Bark Books new additional location update: Still being renovated; it will be an extension of the book store; there may be some other social activities there.\r\n\r\nMany neighborhoods do Happy Hour gatherings; should KIAA do something like that? At Bockley Gallery? TBD.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>How to make Cedar Lake a Better Place – Jake (Ron) Werner</strong>\r\n\r\nJake Werner came prepared with a slide presentation to make a case for a more orderly, better groomed area all around Cedar Lake. Jake would like to see funding for a paved path around Cedar Lake and removal of downed trees and invasive Buckthorn. The scope of the Lake goes beyond just Kenwood; it involves two other neighborhoods and therefore coordination with them is important.\r\n\r\nThis discussion arose in the context of ideas for possible structural changes at East Cedar Beach that could lead to a safer and more welcoming environment for everyone.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>Will Stensrud</strong>: The sauna in the application process; it will no longer be a summer-end activity, but the process is on track for a later opening; Will continues to talk to them to see where things are at.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hidden Beach – Jack Levi</strong>\r\n\r\nJack and Will talked about having the Shakespeare in the Park Series at East Cedar Beach (in addition to the existing locations). More ideas for Hidden Beach activities are encouraged and they should be brought to the KIAA board meeting next month for discussion or emailed to Will Stensrud, East Cedar Beach Committee Chair, <a href=\"mailto:willstensrud@gmail.com\">willstensrud@gmail.com</a>.  The East Cedar Beach committee will begin planning for next year this fall, so activities will be ready as soon as the weather warms next spring.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:37 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on October 2, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 7/10/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center<ins cite=\"mailto:Lucas%20Lucas\" datetime=\"2012-07-16T18:56\"></ins></p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Absent:  Mark Brown.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the  “50% design regarding Peavey Plaza”</li>\r\n	<li>The Penn/Oliver reconstruction project continues; the Penn Ave S setback has been approved. You can go to the Penn Oliver website for more information. Hard finish will be before 8/25/17, before school starts</li>\r\n	<li>The home on 2431 W22nd St is a potential teardown: No news yet regarding this property</li>\r\n	<li>Aug 1, 2017 is National Night Out: Permit application is by July 18<sup>th</sup> to avoid $100 fee.</li>\r\n	<li>Kmart on Lake St: The City is thinking about alternative locations for KMart. The City owns the land and building and the lease expires in 2050. Kmart’s demands are currently not acceptable to the City, so there is a deadlock for now on negotiations.</li>\r\n	<li>Regarding the 35W reconstruction: Starting in August, Interstate 35W will be under construction between I-94 in downtown Minneapolis and 46th Street. Bridges across 35W will be repaired or reconstructed.</li>\r\n	<li>The Pirate Mermaid event is on July 15 1-3pm. Need help with pirate booty and lemonade; Jeanette has offered to help.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a photo area for families to take pictures</li>\r\n	<li>Has KIAA done a neighborhood walking tour? Amanda thinks it would be a good idea. She will propose something.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake event – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The family event that took place in June resulted in commotion at the beach. The police presence diminished after that.  Then, another day following this commotion, there was a fight at the beach, followed by confrontation between the beachgoers and the police.  Following these events, KIAA met with the police; Matt sent a memo to the KIAA Board regarding this meeting with the police 2 weeks ago.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding encampments at Hidden Beach (as well as around South Minneapolis).</li>\r\n	<li>Ron wants to go over photos for ideas regarding paths for walking around the Hidden Beach area, as well as other parts of Cedar Lake. KIAA would like to hear his ideas and then form a committee to steer ideas into reality.</li>\r\n	<li>South Cedar Beach will be re-designed as a result of a private donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>John Peterson</strong>\r\n\r\nThis organization makes saunas available by bringing the sauna to the public. It is a mobile sauna 20X8 ft. John was referred to the park board to obtain a permit.\r\n\r\nThe company is now a coop and they are trying to expand. They currently have 141 members.\r\n\r\nJohn would like to do an event in August 2017 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nJeanette raised the issue that beach goers should be invited to make reservations, not just Kenwood residents. In general, the KIAA board that this would support the KIAA objective for positive programming at the beach.\r\n\r\nThe Motion for sauna operation at Hidden Beach by Will was approved by all.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\nMatt gave a KIAA financial report covering current account balances and monthly financial activity.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>2017 Neighborhood Priority Plan– Mike Bono</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe following was approved by the KIAA Board today:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) is participating in the Community Participation Program (CPP) for Minneapolis neighborhood organizations. CPP is a city program designed to give residents and property owners the power to improve or maintain their own neighborhoods and direct city resources to fit their needs.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe goal of Neighborhood Priority Plans is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners. Neighborhood Priority Plans must be developed and adopted through a thorough neighborhood participation process. The plan identifies preliminary neighborhood priorities (as identified by the neighborhood) and potential partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the result of the neighborhood survey, KIAA proposes to use its Community Participation Program funds allocated to the Neighborhood Priority Plan as listed below:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n1) Support community outreach and consulting services related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n2) Provide funding for landscaping around Lake of the Isles and for spreading awareness about preserving Cedar Lake Park.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n3) Provide funding for increased crime prevention and safety activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n4) Support the Kenwood Recreation Center, Kenwood School, and local businesses with funding for programming activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n5) Continue to fund a resource to assist KIAA with its communication efforts.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSpecifically, the proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan would include but no be limited to:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Supporting cooperative efforts with surrounding neighborhoods and organizations to minimize negative impacts on the Kenilworth trail as a result of the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Provide funding to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Continuing annual support of additional police patrols at East Cedar Lake Beach and other crime prevention activities such as increased police patrols in the alleys.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Contracting for part-time help to continue the monthly e-newsletter, and other communication efforts including developments regarding LRT.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Providing funding for educational programming and social activities with Kenwood School</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on September 11, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a>June Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met June 5<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</strong></p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1>Highlights from the KIAA Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Annual Gathering was held on Monday May 8<sup>th</sup> (rain date)</li>\r\n	<li>Total attendees were approximately 100.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2017-2018 board was elected, including 3 new board members (Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein).  Josine Peters stepped down, and we thank her for her service.</li>\r\n	<li>Speakers included Louise Erdrich regarding the renovation of the former Stephen Dean’s Tailors space, and Deb Pilger from MPRB regarding goats at Hidden Beach.  MetroBlooms and Hennepin County Recycling set up information tables.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction utility and roadwork is beginning.  The work will be completed by early fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Lunch with Lisa Field Trip will happen June 21<sup>st</sup> at 11:45AM.  You can choose from an Arts Tour of the Sculpture Garden, or a Hard Hat Tour of The Target Center Renovation.  Please contact Lisa’s office, as space is limited.  The next Lunch with Lisa is in September and will cover the Peavey Plaza renovation.</li>\r\n	<li>The City will not be able to ban plastic bags from grocery stores as originally planned (due to state legislative pre-emption).  The City is exploring other options and strategies to reduce the use of plastic bags.</li>\r\n	<li>Household hazardous waste events are occurring in June, July, and August.  The city will recover or recycle paint, solvents, etc. for free.  The next two are June 23-24 at the Public Works Facility (3607 E 44<sup>th</sup> St), and July 28-29 at Jenny Lind Elementary (5025 Bryant Ave N)</li>\r\n	<li>There was an open discussion on plastic bags, organic composting, downtown crime</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Election of Officers - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board elected officers for the 2017-2018 season, and welcomed three new directors.  The new KIAA board was unanimously approved by vote; Chair:  Shawn Smith.  Vice-Chair:  Larry Moran.  Treasurer:  Matt Spies.  Secretary:  Jack Levi.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nConflict of Interest Policy - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Board approved the KIAA Conflict of Interest Policy by email voting on April 26<sup>th</sup>, 2017.</li>\r\n	<li>Each board member signed the policy which is designed to 1) protect public trust in the integrity of the KIAA-decision making process and 2) to establish the procedures applicable to the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest in the context of transactions or arrangements entered into by KIAA where a member may have a financial interest in or fiduciary responsibility towards an entity with which KIAA is negotiating a transaction or arrangement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that donations in 2017 were down more than 50% vs. 2016.  This needs to be a focus for the upcoming fiscal year.  Jeanette made a motion to approve reimbursements as noted on financial detail.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Oriole Feeding Installations/Prairie Restoration Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie requested reimbursement for $192 to support the installation of the Oriole Feeding Station, to plant new plants in the prairie restoration area and food for the orioles.  The plants are consistent with the strategy as they are part of the natural environment for the prairie and orioles.  The funding was already approved at the April meeting and is under budget so was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Programming– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown and Will Stensruud planned the June 10<sup>th</sup> Family Beach Opener.  Artrageous is hosting activities for kids.  Jeanette moved to approve $300 for food and refreshments and not more than $500.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Summer Solstice Celebration on Wednesday, June 21<sup>st</sup>.  Artrageous is hosting the solstice party and it will be shared via social media.</li>\r\n	<li>Yoga is free to the public (hosted by KIAA) is held every Thursday at 7PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Open water swims start Monday June 19<sup>th</sup>.  Participants must sign up with the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Jim Gilroy Bench Dedication – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA last year lost a beloved board member, Jim Gilroy.  Thanks to the generosity of Kenwood residents, Jim’s friends and family, a bench was purchased in his memory on the Lake of the Isles Walking Path, across from Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church.  On Sunday, June 25<sup>th</sup> (1-5PM) there will be a dedication picnic.  All are welcome to attend to celebrate his life.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Park Board Update – Mark Holtey\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Rec Center will receive a Little Library this month.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Minnesota Zoomobile Presentation Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> at the Kenwood Park Picnic area from 1-1:45PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Movies in the Park at Kenwood Part resumes Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> 15 minutes after dusk.  This month’s showing will be <em>Hidden Figures</em>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on Monday, July 10th, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met April 3<sup>rd</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</strong></p>\r\n<strong> <img title=\"More...\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-includes/js/tinymce/plugins/wordpress/img/trans.gif\" alt=\"\" />Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown, Angie Erdrich, and Matt Spies.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick.</strong>\r\n<h1><strong><em> </em></strong></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction is scheduled to begin within a couple of months. The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting reviewing the project on April 25<sup>th</sup> at 6:30 at the Kenwood Rec Center.  There will be a separate public meeting on the assessment, tentatively scheduled for May 9<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>The April 26<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will host representatives from the Park Board and Walker Sculpture Garden.  They will discuss public art and sculpture, including updates on the Walker.  Please call Lisa’s office to order a lunch in advance ($10).</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping begins April 11. <a href=\"http://www.minneapolis.gov/streetsweeping\">www.minneapolismn.gov/publicworks/streetsweeping</a>.  Please be sure to follow parking restrictions to avoid a ticket.  Yard waste bundles will also be picked up at the same time – place it with recycling for pickup.  Do not sweep into the street as it is damaging to the environment.</li>\r\n	<li>As Backyard Fire season begins, please observe City Rules:  Permitted only 9AM to 10PM, burn only untreated fire wood (no trash), fire must be 25 feet from a structure and in a fire ring.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>I-35W will be under rehabilitation starting Summer 2017-Fall 2021, between 43<sup>rd</sup> St S and 15<sup>th</sup> St.  Please see <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies (Pre-Report)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt pre-reported less than $2500 in expenditures for the month, which included payments for the Hill and Lake Press Annual Sponsorship, down payments for the annual gathering, and board liability insurance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>2552 W Lake of the Isles Variance – Ryan Smith, Tyler Hillger</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Construction on the vacant lot at 2552 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway will require two variances to build as designed:  1) Front Yard Setback.  Due to the curve of the street, the setback rule would place the house in violation.  The variance would allow the setback variance to be consistent with the adjacent homes.  As designed, the front of the home will be behind the front of the original home down in 2004.  2) Terrace Square Footage Maximum.  The planned terrace would be allowable if variance 1 is approved.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA did not make a motion on the variance and requested that the board be kept informed and adjacent neighbors directly engaged by the homeowner.</li>\r\n	<li>If approved by the city, construction would begin late summer 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP and Priority Plan</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to approve the 2016 KIAA CPP Annual Report, which will be submitted to the city.</li>\r\n	<li>Mike presented a Financial Interest and Fiduciary Responsibility conflict of interest policy, now required by Minneapolis, to preserve public trust in the integrity of KIAA decision-making process.  The policy, once signed, will also be posted to the KIAA website.  The policy will be voted on between meetings to allow board members time to review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Will reviewed the proposed budget for the summer of 2017 at $5450, to support programming: Yoga, Log Rolling, June 10 Summer Kickoff Party, BeArtrageous, and a Music Series.  Motions were made to fund June 10<sup>th</sup> Summer Kickoff ($1300), Yoga ($600 for 10 sessions), the June 21<sup>st</sup> Solstice Party ($150), July 15<sup>th</sup> Pirates and Mermaids ($500).  Approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         An additional expenditure of $2000 was proposed to buy a generator to fill a bounce house for weekly events.  Due to liability concerns, the subcommittee was asked to go back and research further prior to a vote on the funding.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering May 1<sup>st</sup> – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Gathering is 6-7:30 at Kenwood Corner</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA board members are requested to sign up for tasks.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.  Current board members were requested to announce their intent to run prior to the next meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project Updates – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn provides updates on this standing topic, the #1 priority for the board per the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey.</li>\r\n	<li>County Transit Improvement Board did not vote unanimously from disbanding, with Dakota County voting against without a larger payout, and Hennepin County against because commissioners knew that CTIB would not disband.  It remains to be seen whether a county sales tax can be implemented to fund the missing state share of $135M</li>\r\n	<li>SWLRT and Bottineau line are not approved for funding in the new proposed federal budget.  84 State legislators signed a letter to Transportation Secretary Chao further requesting that funding be withheld because it did not have legislative support.</li>\r\n	<li>Files are advancing at the state level to remove/increase railroad liability for co-location, block any future light rail transit without state approval, and implement terms and elections to Met Council officials.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is the Annual Gathering on Monday, May 1st, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 6<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mark Brown, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n<h1> The Agenda Was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting held during the month of April, an announcement will be sent out on Next Door.  There will be a public hearing in May regarding the assessment.</li>\r\n	<li>The March 29<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will be an update on Peavey Plaza renovations.</li>\r\n	<li>Unspent and frozen NRP money will be returned to neighborhoods.  Kenwood received $1000 back.  The amount received by Kenwood for NRP was mostly spent in support of our neighborhood priorities.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA donated $750 to support the Kenwood School auction.</li>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the importance of managing the budget on a three-year cycle, tied to the funding cycle from the city.  Also discussed was ensuring that the budget would address reimbursable expenditures vs non-reimbursable expenditures that depend on neighbor contributions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt submitted a proposal to define objectives for the 2017 season, focusing on the implementation of 3 recurring activities such as puppet shows, yoga, log rolling, etc.  Additionally, how to engage the Park Board to implement improvements to the beach prior to SWLRT operations.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to take the lead on planning the programming.  Options will be discussed for future seasons to fund an intern to manage the programming and community outreach.  For 2017, a subcommittee will be formed to develop the action plan and report to the board at the April meeting.  Larry noted that it is important to share the plan at the annual neighborhood gathering on May 1<sup>st</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The gathering is May 1<sup>st</sup>.  Angie put together a to-do and sign up list for tasks that need to be completed to have a successful event.  The biggest issue to finalize is food.  KIAA is exploring different options that can reduce cost.  An option is to identify any neighborhood caterers or restaurant owners to support the event with food.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January Citizens Advisory Council meeting.   The Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District voted unanimously to permit SWLRT for construction through the waters that it manages.  Cedar Lake and the Kenilworth Channel drain into the creek and the Mississippi River, which MCWD manages.</li>\r\n	<li>On March 8<sup>th</sup>, County Transit Improvement Board voted to disband, clearing the way for Hennepin County to implement a 50 cent sales tax to fund SWLRT state share and ongoing operational costs.  However, because Dakota County voted against disbanding, there will be a process to follow where either CTIB will have one county member, or increasing the buyout to the county to gain their vote.</li>\r\n	<li>Full federal funding grant of $900M, if awarded, will happen by the end of June.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates:  Please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 3<sup>rd</sup>, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 6th, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Mark Brown, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Police Chief Ohotto, and 4 other residents.\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\nCity Council Update – Lisa Goodman\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner and contribute 7% of the total budget of $1M.  There will be a large neighborhood meeting held in advance to share details.  Work will be completed prior to fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The February 22<sup>nd</sup> Lunch with Lisa topic is Emergency Preparedness, including natural disasters and pandemic readiness.  Please contact her office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Ward 7 has been prioritized for the City’s Tree Planting Program.  Residents can get information and order trees March 6-12 at <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.  There will be a lottery, and those selected will be notified by March 22.  Trees will have a nominal cost to residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette provided an update on the parking situation in Downtown Kenwood.  She reported that the business owners did not support a KIAA proposed solution to add restrict parking to one side of 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Another possible solution is to clarify the parking signs on Penn Avenue in front of Kenwood School.  One resident from Oliver Ave expressed his concerns on the adverse effect he is experiencing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA dedicated $5000 for police overtime (80 hours of patrols).  2016 had the second lowest number of police reports since the lowest year (2008).</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The Chief continues to recommend a balance of extra patrols with the positive programming that has happened in the last 2 years.  Neighborhood involvement/usage of the beach is also important, vs. solely relying on police patrols.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Jeanette moved to spend $5000 for 2017 continued additional policing, pending the securing of city funding via the Neighborhood Priority Plan contract.  Mike will inform the board once city funding is confirmed.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The party was rescheduled for February 12<sup>th</sup> due to poor ice conditions.  KIAA will still contribute cookies towards the event.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Residents donated $747 last month, most in response to the annual newsletter.  KIAA also received some city reimbursements, totaling $2500.  KIAA appreciates the local funding of the neighborhood residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jean Deatrich has helped Matt mail thank you letters in response to all donations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Letter of Concern over 3020 Kenwood Parkway – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Calhoun-Isles Association is opposing the construction of a Residential High Rise on the Northeast Corner of Lake Calhoun that would possibly violate the Shoreland Overlay District and would certainly be in opposition to local ordinance.  The building would be 59 feet tall and out of character with the surrounding neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed a letter stating KIAA’s position that developers need to respect the overlay district not only for this project/lake but for future projects and other lakes.  This position supports the KIAA Neighborhood Priority of protecting the environment, lakes, and waterways.  The Overlay height restriction exists to protect the lake edge from out of scale development, shading, and wind concentration and a negative human caused impact on the environment.  Larry moved to send the letter, approved unanimously.  A response was received from CM Lisa Bender that it does not violate the Overlay Disctrict but does violate local zoning.  Jeanette is working with the city and C-I Association to clarify.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The annual gathering and board elections are May 1.  Any residents that would like to run for a board position are encouraged to contact KIAA; ssmith288@me.com.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         To reduce costs, new food alternatives will be considered for the annual gathering.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood School Request – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The School requested $750 in funding to be a sponsor of the Kenwood School Auction and Fundraiser.  KIAA supported this request in 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA view is that the funding supports the Neighborhood Priority of supporting robust programming and education our Kenwood School, which not only serves Kenwood children but children from other parts of the city.  Shawn moved to support the funding, unanimously approved.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January CAC meeting.   The Southwest Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that at the State Legislature GOP leadership is challenging that the Met Council will rely on the state to pay 50% of ongoing operating costs for light rail and transit but the state has no voice in which or how many projects are built.  That would mean that there is no elected voice in the regional transit plan and required state funding.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District is meeting on February 23<sup>rd</sup> to vote whether to approve permits for SWLRT construction and operation in areas that MCWD manages.  The MCWD is responsible for maintaining the water quality for the Watershed, which includes the Chain of Lakes.  The public comment period closed February 2<sup>nd,</sup> and many testified concerns about conflicts of interest with MCWD managers.  Most managers were appointed by Hennepin County Commissioners, that support the project.</li>\r\n	<li>As only 3 Kenwood properties are identified to have severe averse impacts, KIAA will consider funding an independent study of vibration and noise similar to one conducted at the Minneapolis/St Louis Park border.  The study would evaluate the Kenilworth Corridor north of the Kenilworth Channel.  Jeanette will contact the engineers to find out if there would be any benefit and what the cost would be.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will kick off the planning for ECLB programming for 2017.  He will solicit resident ideas.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJanuary 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 9th, 2017 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Will Stensrud, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Directors Absent:  Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mike Bono, Treasurer Matt Spies.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Snow Emergencies are communicated via Facebook, Instragram, Email/text alerts, City of Minneapolis Mobile App.  All residents are encouraged to sign up for alerts to be aware of when Snow Emergencies are declared.</li>\r\n	<li>Road Sand is available from the City Public Works Sites, to be placed in a barrel in areas that are needed.  Please contact Lisa’s office to request a barrel of sand.</li>\r\n	<li>Christmas Trees are recycled by the city.  Please put your trees at your regular pickup site.  Old Christmas lights can also be recycled; go to <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is January 25<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall.  The topic is Public Art, including a sneak preview of the Nicollet Mall art.  Lisa is always interested in constituents’ ideas for topics.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette brought to Lisa’s attention NRP survey results to get her perspective on what is within the city’s ability to address.  Many issues raised in the survey, including noise and excessive speed are regulated and difficult to enforce.  Any public works issues such as alley defects should be directed to Lisa’s office.  Jeanette will follow up with Lisa to address the continuing parking and alley access problem by Downtown Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Warming House – Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy shared that a volunteer group with representatives from from CIDNA, Lowry Hill and East Isles, the Minneapolis Parks Foundation, MPRB staff and local architects are considering that the warming house should be replaced, in part based on age (18 years old). The cost to bring the structure in and out by crane is increasing to $20K per year; a new structure designed to be more easily transported could make moving it less expensive. The idea being discussed is to change the structure into one that can be used all year, across different sites, for different purposes. There will be a design competition and funds raised. KIAA supports the idea of replacement but there was a discussion as to whether it\'s appropriate for KIAA to contribute neighborhood funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Treasurer Report – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Several contributions were received in January ($398) as a result of the Fall Newsletter.  KIAA appreciates the support and Matt will work with Jean to send acknowledgement letters to the donors.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie will provide via cookies for the party funded by KIAA.  The party is January 22<sup>nd</sup> from 1-3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Application – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will help manage the process for Rain garden applications and awarding grants from MetroBlooms.  This year is the third year of this partnership, and this year there will be no cost to KIAA.  KIAA will make an in-kind donation of time and resources to promote the initiative.  More information will be provided by the end of January.  Rain gardens support our NRP initiative of protecting the lakes and environment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Cedar Lake Orioles Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie is leading engagement with Kenwood School to reinstall Oriole feeding stations this spring.  Last year, orioles were abundant and several classes visited Cedar Lake Park to see them, accompanied by teachers and neighborhood volunteers.  This initiative is important because it drives more family and educational opportunities at Cedar Lake.  Angie requested $200 for laminated signs and feeding station supplies (food).  Jeanette moved to approve, unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering Planning Kickoff – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The annual gathering will be May 1<sup>st</sup> in downtown Kenwood, which includes food and election of KIAA officers.  In order to keep costs in check, other food options will be explored.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Communication Committee – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Will, Mark, and Jeanette will work with Jean regarding a communication committee and communication plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that CTIB is likely in the process of self-dissolving so that Hennepin County can raise the transit sales tax to .5%, to fund the missing $140M state share of funding.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion whether to contact the FTA regarding Met Council compliance to 2012 Certification Requirements for Federal Funding, and without a vote KIAA determined not to take any action.</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is contacting three LRT- adjacent property owners to discuss construction.  These are the only houses at 21<sup>st</sup> St that the Met Council deems to be impacted by LRT operations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The top 5 priorities from the survey were identified – SWLRT, Lakes/Parks/Environment, Kenwood Rec Center events, Hidden Beach Safety, and Kenwood School.  Jeanette wrote a summary report to share with anyone interested.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Calhoun Association is asking KIAA to support opposition to a 54 foot tall residential building to be built adjacent to Tin Fish on Lake Calhoun (replacing 3 existing homes).  The proposed structure would be within the Shoreland Overlay District which has a height restriction of 36 feet.  As an action taken between meetings, the proposal will be reviewed and voted on whether to support or not support the opposition.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board Police Chief Ohotto will be invited to attend the KIAA February Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>December 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 5th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis finalizes its 2017 budget on December 7th.  On November 30<sup>th</sup>, there was a public hearing; 45 people provided testimony on the mayor’s proposed budget. There was a significant organized effort to reduce proposed police budgeting in favor of more community based non-profit policing.  The mayor had proposed adding 15 additional sworn officers as 2016 had the lowest number of officers this decade, 100 less than 2009.  Neighborhoods Organizing for Change challenged that increase.  (Addendum Post KIAA Meeting:  December 7<sup>th</sup> saw a similar number of testimonials and content, and the budget was adopted with the 15 additional officers.)</li>\r\n	<li>The budget also proposes a new position of Small Business Navigator.  This position would assist small businesses in navigating the Minneapolis city laws and regulations.  Lisa supports up to 4 positions in order to help small business navigate the city’s complex licensing and codes.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa emphasized that the Final Truth in Taxation notices that were mailed in November did not include the voter approved school special taxation levy.  Therefore, property taxes are understated by approximately 10%.  Revised Final Notices will not be mailed.  (Note to residents:  look at your 2016 School District Voter Approved Levy to see approximately how much your 2017 taxes are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Car2Go is ending operations in Minneapolis because of two business conditions that created an inability for the company to be profitable.  1)  The city mandated that Car2Go distribute cars equitably throughout the city; however, because some neighborhoods had higher origination/destination usage than others, the company incurred high costs to redistribute cars, and some cars sat idle in lower-used neighborhoods.  Publicly, Car2Go cited that they were taxed/licensed at a car rental rate, which is higher than that of taxis and other ride-share services.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January after December 12ths Later with Lisa.  Lisa is interested in constituent input for topics for her schedule of 2017 lunches.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Board Member – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette introduced Will Stensrud, who with his family purchased a home in Kenwood one year ago.  Will asked to join the board to become more involved in the issues that shape Kenwood.  Jeanette motioned to approve his addition, and it was approved unanimously.  Welcome Will!</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>November was a busy month for SWLRT.  The FTA accepted testimony regarding Metropolitan Council accountability and adherence to process to determine certification for federal dollars for the next 4 years.  Many Kenwood residents sent testimony, including the LRT Done Right group.  Testimonials were published in last month’s Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn stated that there are two key next steps where KIAA will engage in SWLRT:  1) Follow up with the FTA to find out about how the neighborhoods testimony will be used, and will the findings be made available to the public, and 2) SWRLT construction and mitigation is the top issue surfaced in the annual NRP survey, and KIAA will continue to keep SWLRT as a standing KIAA meeting topic, and publish updates in the Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>LRT Done Right organization is engaging and meeting with key elected officials in the coming month to gain information and understanding of positions heading into the 2017 State Legislative Session.  Officials at the state, county, city, and park board will be met with.  KIAA’s position against residential development on the Kenilworth Trail/SWLRT line will be communicated.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reviewed the monthly balance sheet for KIAA as well as the expenditures and revenues for the month.  There was minimal activity during the month: payments made to Jean Deatrick and Post net for the Fall Newsletter, as well as a small payment to reimburse Pop Up Playground expense at “Hidden Beach,” and one donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA has submitted its Community Participation Program application for the upcoming three-year funding cycle by the City of Minneapolis, worth $25K annually to Kenwood.  KIAA is in the process of canvassing the neighborhood to determine the specific priorities to include in the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of NPP is to identify major initiatives for neighborhood organizations, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>The results of the Neighborhood Priorities survey were reviewed.  Top issues identified were SWLRT mitigation, protecting the lakes, East Cedar Lake Beach safety, supporting Kenwood Community Center activities/Common gathering place, more street lighting.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette noted that only 60 responses were received.  The link to the survey was put in the KIAA Fall Newsletter, Nextdoor, and Hill and Lakes Press.  Jean Deatrick will email out a link to her neighborhood email list and extend the deadline to December 18<sup>th</sup> to capture more feedback to feed the Top 5 Priorities.  There will also be future discussion on how to address other priorities received in written comments.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Lake of the Isles Warming House will be replaced.  The Park Board is considering a mobile structure that can be used all year.  Neighborhood Associations are being approached to provide funding.  There was discussion as to whether or not neighborhood funds should be used towards this project in light of the “Close the Gap” funding recently allocated to the Park Board, totaling $11M annually and funded by property tax increases.</li>\r\n	<li>Action taken between meetings:  The board approved up to $200 to place a sign in Downtown Kenwood to help address the continued concerns over parking issues.  It will direct patrons towards alternative parking locations and try to keep alley access clear.  Exact wording and structure is under discussion.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:27 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 9th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met November 7th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in November due to Thanksgiving.  On Monday December 12<sup>th</sup> at 4:30pm will be Later with Lisa, her annual holiday party.  It will be held at the Normandy Inn.  Cash bar, parking is free.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping is completed as of November 15th, as is yard waste pickup, for the season.  The city does not sweep alleys, leaf removal there is the responsibility of the home owner.</li>\r\n	<li>The house at 1204 Kenwood Parkway is under historic review.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction is on track to be complete by December.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa shared the Mayor’s 2017 Proposed Budget.  The board reviewed the budget and gleaned that the proposed levy increase is driven primarily by 1) 59 new positions in the city, 2) Park Board/City agreement on 20 Year Plan, 3) additional spending on social programs and grants to Non-Profit organizations.  The Truth in Taxation Hearing is November 30<sup>th</sup> at City Hall, and the budget will be adopted on December 7<sup>th</sup>.  Public testimony will be heard at both.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Monthly expenditures were for the Gilroy Memorial Bench and the Thrill Kenwood, offset by city funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody is the Citizen Advisory Committee representative to the Metropolitan Council and the CAC met last month.  Jody shared updates on SWLRT that were learned in the meeting.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>LRT trains normally sound a horn coming out of a tunnel, but it will not sound when emerging from the tunnel in the Kenilworth Corridor.  There are also bells on each train that sound at road crossings, but at 21<sup>st</sup> St these will not sound and there will be a stationary bell.  This will allow for less variance in the sound impact and more reliable noise mitigation.</li>\r\n	<li>Revenue service is estimated to begin in 2021.  Construction is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Construction will begin in Fall 2017 to move the freight lines in the Kenilworth Corridor; there will be five phases of construction in our neighborhood and it is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Met Council representatives will be going door to door to record structural conditions of homes in order to establish a baseline for potential damage as a result of construction.  Addresses/scheduling to be announced in December.  It is not determined how repairs will be handled that are a result of construction.</li>\r\n	<li>The CAC November meeting was cancelled.  At future meetings Jody will continue to press for information and we will share in this space.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended the FTA review of the Metropolitan Council’s certification on November 2<sup>nd</sup>.  The FTA certifies the Met Council every four years as a process to approve the Council to continue to receive federal funds.  Shawn shared that 5 speakers used SWLRT as an example where the Met Council did not consistently deliver against the objectives that the FTA measures against.  The public has until November 30<sup>th</sup> to provide testimony; if interested, please contact Shawn at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Applications</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sign Ups are now being taken for 2017 Good Steward Raingardens.  Raingardens on your property help reduce pollution in our lakes.  MetroBlooms and KIAA are teaming up to install reduced-cost raingardens for 15 Kenwood homeowners.  Cost is reduced through a Good Steward Grant (cost to homeowners will be approximately $350 for a $2,000 raingarden).  Email Laura Scholl to get on the list:  <a href=\"mailto:laura@metroblooms.org\">laura@metroblooms.org</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be applying for the next three-year cycle of funding by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program for $25K annually.  KIAA will submit its Community Participation Program application that will include the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of the Neighborhood Priority Plan is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the CPP application be approved, Mark seconded, unanimously passed.</li>\r\n	<li>A survey to solicit neighborhood input for the priority plan will be sent this month to ensure that monies are directed in the direction of projects that are valued by residents.  Here is the link: <a href=\"https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp\">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp</a>  (If link doesn’t work, type in your browser)</li>\r\n	<li>This season was one of the lowest in terms of police incidents in recent history.  The full end of season report will be published in the KIAA Fall Newletter, being mailed this month.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach end of season report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is receiving neighborhood impact letters from the Restorative Justice program from citations at East Cedar Lake Beach.  Fines can be waived if the cited writes a letter of atonement.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended October’s Lunch with Lisa.  The topic was the 20 Year Park Plan and it was covered in detail by Superintendent Jayne Miller and Board President Anita Tabb.  The Kenwood Park will not receive any funding from the 20 Year Park Plan as it is not a high priority park as determined by the Park and Rec Board.  Examples of criteria on how prioritization were assessed are Areas of Racially Concentrated Poverty, Populations of Color, Population Density, Youth Population, Asset Lifespan, and Neighborhood Density.  Kenwood Park will still receive its funding as part of the regular budgeting process.  Shawn learned that The Park Board will have approximately $11M of annual incremental funding via the city and park board levy.  Shawn also learned that if Minneapolis were to implement a $15 minimum wage, it would increase payroll for the Park Board by approximately $2.2M annually.  It was not clear how the Park Board would adjust the plan or mitigate the impact of that wage increase without affecting the 20 Year Plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:34 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 3rd, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood and Community Relations Department – Jack Whitehurst</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mr. Whitehurst represented the city for the annual board survey which the city is conducting.  The purpose of the survey is to gain demographic information on the makeup of city boards.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA encourages all residents of the neighborhood who would like to serve on the board regardless of demographic background.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion on Neighborhood Action Plan money status.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt presented an update on in/outflow of cash for the fiscal year, as well as a spending/income forecast through 2019.  Matt will present a financial report at each KIAA monthly meeting going forward.  This will allow for accurate planning on an annual basis going forward so expenditures can be prioritized.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be sending a survey to gain feedback on resident’s priorities to be addressed in the Neighborhood Priority Plan, which needs to be filed in November.  The survey was edited and approved to be sent.</li>\r\n	<li>The new warming house for Lake of the Isles winter skating area is still under consideration by the Minneapolis Park Board.  The new warming house is in concept stage.  Neighborhood associations may be approached to support it financially.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda Vallone from BeArtrageous is planning Thrill Kenwood, a successful Halloween party that has been held in the years past.  The board approved repeating a $750 contribution towards the event.</li>\r\n	<li>The Jim Gilroy memorial bench (former board member, deceased) has been installed and all who donated are appreciated.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA Fall newsletter is in process to be published by November.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA was informed by a MPRB tree inspector who visited the Rec Center corner that 7 diseased crab apple and trees will be removed. They will be replaced in Spring 2017 with 3 North Star Cherry trees and 4 Mont Royal plum trees, which are disease resistant with useful fruit for the public to eat.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nSeptember 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met September 12th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Dee Montgomery (Heritage Coalition).\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn moved for approval of the agenda, with the addition of Dee Montgomery’s topic, and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be September 28<sup>th</sup> at Opus Hall.  The topic is still being determined.  Lisa is always open to suggestions for topics for Lunch with Lisa, please contact her office with ideas.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale construction is still on schedule to be finished this fall.  Hennepin northbound will be open in the coming weeks.</li>\r\n	<li>The local government channels are changing as follows:  Comcast HD will be 799, and Standard Definition will be 14.  Century Link HD will be 8501, and standard definition will be 8001, Multilingual HD will be 8502, and standard definition multilingual will be 8002.</li>\r\n	<li>November 8<sup>th</sup> election early voting starts September 23<sup>rd</sup>.  There are 4 early voting locations in Minneapolis, please see the city website for more details.  Shawn Smith stated that the voting period was starting very early considering the first Presidential Debate is not until September 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Historic Marker Restoration Project – Dee Montgomery</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The centennial marker commemorating the establishment of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation will be restored.  The original boundary of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation included areas of Kenwood, and the marker that is being replaced is located on the southeast edge of Lake of the Isles.  The Heritage Commission has its own funds; tax dollars will not be used.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board advised Dee to consult with Native Americans to ensure that any concerns regarding the history and commemoration of Fort Snelling were heard.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is pushing for clarification and information with the warning bell and mitigation strategy at the 21<sup>st</sup> St crossing.  KIAA has requested involvement from Commissioner Marion Greene and expressed the need for her support on this issue with the Southwest Project Office.  There are concerns over the volume of the proposed wayside bell.</li>\r\n	<li>The Section 106 process is continuing now that the Memorandum of Understanding is executed.  This pertains to mitigation strategies for Grand Rounds eg landscaping, retaining walls, shoreline treatments, etc.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking continues to be an issue where patrons are parking too close to the alley, blocking driveways, too close to stop signs, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to explore signing solutions – parking is allowed at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Increasing neighborhood programming at the beach remains a KIAA focus.  It is part of the overall strategy to reduce crime and improve public safety.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that 35 kids came to the Play Space “pop up playground” and the strategy was successful.  The board approved a $25 increase to the funding to cover extra expenses.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reiterated the need to work on the Priority Plan Strategy, which will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.  Mike Bono, Matt, and Mark Brown will work on the subcommittee.  The CPP application is due November 10.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2016 Minneapolis Housing Resource Guide is published.  This is a resource for associations and homeowners.  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/\">www.minneapolismn.gov</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>A motion was approved to reimburse Deb Gilroy for $100 for the expenses related to placing a bench for former board member Jim Gilroy.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>By Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met July 11th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Chief Jason Ohotto and two of his officers, Jean Deatrick, and three neighbors.\r\n\r\n<strong>Opening Activities</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>No lunch with Lisa in July or August.  Please be sure to sign up for Lisa’s email list to get updates on construction, traffic, and event updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues.  The Hennepin/Vineland intersection will have major work done in July/August.  The overall project is on schedule for completion by November.</li>\r\n	<li>The variance at 2000 W 21<sup>st</sup> St was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting is open for the 2016 primary.  Election judges are needed this year.  Please call Lisa’s office to sign up to be a judge.  A mix of party affiliations is needed.</li>\r\n	<li>National Night out is August 2<sup>nd</sup>.  After July 19<sup>th</sup>, there is a fee to block off the street.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette expressed KIAA’s appreciation for the quality of the City of Minneapolis’s response to the FEIS, documenting the history and the issues within the project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Chief Jason Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Police reports written on park property at the beach declined from 48 to 31.  This is the second summer where there was a significant reduction in reports.  Chief Ohotto attributed the success to the positive programming and activities at the beach, as well as the increased park police patrols, some funded by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto recommended that neighbors that want to support safety efforts should call in issues to 911, and provide detailed, specific information, name and callback number.  Err on the side of calling 911 vs not calling when you see a negative impact to public safety.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown reported that the June 20<sup>th</sup> potluck at the beach was a great success with strong turnout.  The kids activities (face painting, spray chalk, cookies) were popular.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented ideas for longer term strategies, including boat racks, playground equipment.  Park and Rec Board financial support and fundraising will be needed.  A Community Action Committee will be formed.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt proposed an August Pop Up Adventure Playground as a new activity to pilot.  A motion passed to fund this event with up to $800 of NRP funds.  Engagement with the Kenwood School and neighboring association were identified as opportunities to increase participation.  Jeanette recognized Angie for getting the Kenwood School engaged in using the beach for educational opportunities.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed the idea of hosting a food or beverage cart at the beach on behalf of the neighborhood.  A motion passed for up to $200 to be spent from NRP funds for a KIAA/ECLB Patron Appreciation Day.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported on the June 13<sup>th</sup> FEIS public presentation by the Southwest Project Office.  Approximately 20 neighbors attended from Kenwood, CIDNA, and Loring Park.  On a positive note, the presentation summarized the 17,000 page FEIS effectively.  Unfortunately it was not tailored to the concerns of the Minneapolis segment of the corridor.  There continues to be a high level of concern over the ability of the tunnel to be built near Calhoun Shores Townhomes and the Kenilworth “pinch point.”</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the June 28<sup>th</sup> CAC meeting was cancelled, a consistent issue with many of the other CAC meetings which have also been cancelled in the past couple of years.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette communicated with the general manager of the Kenwood Restaurant to ask that employees park on Penn Avenue, and to help address the issue of patrons parking too close to alleys and driveways, and the issue of delivery truck restricting neighbor access to the alley.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie confirmed that parking for Downtown Kenwood businesses is permitted at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.  A “sandwich” board idea was proposed at a cost of $200 or for city signing or to paint the curb yellow to inform where and where not to park.  Noted for follow up between meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Mike Bono, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike and Matt outlined the plan to develop the 3 year plan as well as budgeting for the upcoming year.  It will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood, while also ensuring that current funding priorities can be maintained should funds be cut in the future.</li>\r\n	<li>New neighbor introduction:  Mikki Johnston and family</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will attend a Whittier Alliance Meeting on July 19<sup>th</sup> to understand the goals and strategies of that group.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie will follow up with Creative Citymaking regarding a video project opportunity, with a possible focus on ECLB.  KIAA would need to make a proposal to secure participation in the project, which is a competitive process.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>June 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 6th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters, Jack Levi.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Amanda Vallone, Jody Strakosch, Mark Holtey and two neighbors.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Board members conducted a brief introduction to begin the 2016-2017 term.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is complete for the season.  There will be a “Lunch with Lisa Field trip on Wednesday, June 29<sup>th</sup>, touring Givens Violins, which is a renowned repair business for cellos and violins.  If interested, please call Lisa’s office to book one of the two tours for that day.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues and has entered the paving phase.  Please contact Lisa’s office to be placed on an email list to receive weekly construction updates affecting the Twin Cities.</li>\r\n	<li>Sidewalk repair has come to Kenwood this year, part of a 10 year cycle.  White dots mark the sections that will be replaced.  Homeowners will be assessed $250-$400 per square for the repair.  Call 311 to discuss whether sections need to be replaced, or if they do not need to be replaced.  Please direct questions regarding how unique situations, such as tree root heaves, to 311.  All affected homeowners should have received a letter from the city; please refer to it for FAQs.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette volunteered to remain Chair; Larry volunteered to remain Vice Chair; Matt Spies volunteered to become Treasurer; and Shawn volunteered to remain Secretary.  Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt asked for resolution to relocate the KIAA bank accounts to US Bank.  Jeanette moved in favor, passed unanimously.  Matt asked for an additional resolution to transfer, check writing authority, opening accounts, deposits, and withdraw funds; from Ed Pluimer to himself.  Jeanette to be the second signatory.  Shawn moved, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette once again recognized Ed Pluimer for his years of service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Memorial Bench for Jim Gilroy – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie reported that $1550 has been donated to the Estate of Jim Gilroy for the purposes of a memorial bench on Lake of the Isles, near 21<sup>st</sup> St..  Jean Deatrick will send an e-blast as a reminder for any other residents that would like to contribute.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie moved that KIAA donate $300 towards the memorial bench to recognize Jim as a sitting board member at his death.  Funds will come from KIAA Money Market Account.  Approved unanimously.  As funds are in the account about to be closed, motion was approved to allow Ed Pluimer to write the check.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Financial Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is preparing a 2016-2017 balance sheet to ensure income and expenditures are clearly documented.  Mark, Larry, Matt, and Mike will form a finance subcommittee to inform a finance update at KIAA July meeting.  Motion approved to establish said committee.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies/Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda (from ARTrageous) shared that the Summer Solstice Party will be held at ECLB on June 20<sup>th</sup> from 6:30-8:30.  This will be a potluck event.  ARTrageous will provide henna, face painting, and a Creation Station for families.  The event will be cancelled in case of rain.  The event is open to all.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented a new proposal for a Pop Up Adventure Playground series.  Matt agreed to go renegotiate lower costs in order to run a pilot, vs investing in 3 events this year.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities including a Summer Solstice Potluck, Pirate/Mermaid Beach Party were identified for funding for $800.  A discussion was had regarding source of funds and how much to spend.  The board approved the expenditure unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda and Matt were approved to work together to spend up to $400 to place an ad in Hill and Lake Press to announce summer activities at ECLB.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  The CAC met in May.  Jennifer Munt stated that the Met Council would find funding to move ahead with SWLRT. The FEIS was reviewed; Nani Jacobsen recognized Kenwood for providing feedback that drove changes from the SDEIS to the FEIS.  Further, station art was approved for the West 21<sup>st</sup> St Station, which is what the Kenwood station will be named.  The next meeting will be June 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn has coordinated a meeting on June 13<sup>th</sup> for the Met Council to present the FEIS and take questions from residents.  This meeting was supported by the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn presented the FEIS draft and will circulate a soft copy to the board and Jody to be reviewed and approved as an action between meetings.  The deadline for submission is June 13<sup>th</sup> for any comments, and must be done in writing to the Southwest Project Office.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking at the Kenwood Corner continues to be a challenge, with visitors parking too close to the alley and to corners and blocking access.  Jeanette called the city to determine the cost of parking signs.  Action to be taken between meetings.</li>\r\n	<li>Kenwood Corner Raingarden Signage was approved as an action taken between meetings.  The Raingarden is now installed and the sign provides good information about the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  KIAA thanks Angie Erdrich for her work to beautify the corner.</li>\r\n	<li>Louise Erdrich is taking the space formerly occupied by Stephen Dean for a business to be announced shortly.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 9:10 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 11th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2016 KIAA 5<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> For the 5<sup>th</sup> year, KIAA had its annual meeting on May 2nd at Kenwood Corner, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> In attendance were seven KIAA serving board members up for re-election, one new member-elect, City Council Member Lisa Goodman, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Green, Minneapolis Parks Commissioner Anita Tabb, and approximately 100 neighbors.</p>\r\n The gathering began at 6PM.  The weather was great and everyone enjoyed Red Wagon Pizza and beverages, compliments of KIAA. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM.  There was a moment of remembrance for Jim Gilroy, KIAA board member who passed away suddenly in April.  Jim will be greatly missed; he was a kind and generous person, dedicated to improving our entire community.  The family has reserved a site for a park bench in his memory on Lake of the Isles.  Friends and neighbors who would like to contribute may do so.  KIAA Board Member Angie Erdrich will facilitate, please make checks payable to Minneapolis Finance Department, Memo “Jim Gilroy Bench” and mail to her at 2217 Oliver Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405.  A receipt will come from Minneapolis Parks, and the Gilroy family will receive a list of donor names.  Please submit donations by June 1<sup>st</sup> in hopes of installing the bench this summer.\r\n\r\nKIAA thanked retiring board member Ed Pluimer.  Ed has generously served on the board for over 20 years, most recently as Treasurer.  Our neighborhood is grateful for his energy and commitment.\r\n\r\nJeanette then stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year:  SWLRT work including work such as efforts to mitigate potential adverse effects to the neighborhood (if the project comes to pass), support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Raingardens from Metro Blooms, and positive programming for East Cedar Lake (Hidden) Beach.  The “Welcome Orioles” project – an environmental learning program for Kenwood School, co-sponsored with the Cedar Lake Park Association, received a shout-out from neighbors in attendance.\r\n\r\nJeanette introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to herself:  Jack Levi, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Matt Spies (Treasurer Elect), and Shawn Smith.  One new board member, Mark Brown was introduced.  Jeanette made the motion for re-election/election of the 2016-17 board, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\nKIAA would like to thank neighbors that supported KIAA financially at the gathering and throughout the year.  It helps us fund activities and keep our neighborhood strong!\r\n\r\nOther updates, action between meetings:\r\n\r\nThe 2015 KIAA Annual Report was approved by the board on April 28<sup>th</sup>.  The Annual Report is required by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program.  The report was prepared by Mike Bono with input from KIAA board members, and submitted by the 4/29 deadline.\r\n\r\nMatt and Julia Spies’s are requesting a variance for a remodel on their home.  As the Spies proactively partnered with their neighbors, KIAA supports their variance.  The variance will be reviewed at the Board of Adjustment meeting on June 9<sup>th</sup>.\r\n\r\nThere will be a Kenwood Neighborhood Rummage Festival of June 10-12<sup>th</sup>.  Please join your neighbors and plan a rummage sale during those dates!  If you are not able to have your own rummage sale, please consider donating to the Kenwood Elementary School Benefit Rummage Sale at the Kenwood Rec Center.   The rummage runs June 11 from 9-2PM. Donations can be dropped off at the Kenwood Recreation Center on June 10<sup>th</sup> from 4-6PM.  100% of proceeds benefit the Kenwood School.  Volunteers are needed to price goods, manage the sale, and haul goods to charity at 2PM on the 11<sup>th</sup>.  Contact Angie Erdrich to volunteer:  angie_sandeep@yahoo.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood.  If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us.  If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met April 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nVice Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies (Minutes), Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Jack Levi.  Absent:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith, Josine Peters, Jim Gilroy.  Also present:  Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\nUnanimous Approval of the Agenda\r\n<h1>City Council Update -  Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Upcoming Lunch with Lisas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>April 27  – Discussion with Made Here, the creative place-making initiative to fill empty downtown storefronts</li>\r\n	<li>May – Bill Leaf will talk about tourism master planning</li>\r\n	<li>June  – Field trip to Claire Givens Violin, premier violin reconstruction/repair; 40 people may attending in two groups of 20.  Contact Lisa’s office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping starting April 13 running through May 9</li>\r\n	<li>Yard waste pickup will begin in Kenwood on April 11</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa highlighted the state of the Hennepin/Lyndale Reconstruction Project road closures</li>\r\n	<li>On April 21, Board of Adjustment will be hearing variance for property at 2401 Sheridan Ave.  Adjacent residents will receive a notice in the mail by April 10<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa provided an overview of her and Council Member Barb Johnsons plan for the city to work with the Park Board to provide funding for neighborhood parks</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Gathering will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include a brief meeting:  the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association activities for the year.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lakes, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>As an action taken between meetings, the board approved the hiring of Red Wagon Pizza, and will be paid for by KIAA funds estimated at $1890.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong>2016/2017 Budgeting</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the merits and limitations of creating a budget for the 2016/2017 operating year.   The primary concern and is the complexity of the requirements for using various funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt Spies will coordinate an assembly of board members to explore ways to implement a framework for spending and raising KIAA funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board has indicated that they do not have capacity for an additional movie in the park for summer 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>An Oriole feeding station will be installed in Cedar Lake Park between May 3 – May 17 by Kenwood Elementary School students.  The project is sponsored by Birchbark Books.  Bird watching volunteers are needed.  Contact <a href=\"mailto:Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com\">Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>NOTE: The following information was approved to be added to the minutes by a motion taken after the meeting.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith (update provided in abstentia)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Since the March KIAA meeting, letters opposing the current SWLRT Kenilworth Plan were sent to Governor Dayton, Lt Governor Smith.  An aide in Governor Dayton’s office responded and assisted in getting a response from Adam Duininck, Chair, Metropolitan Council.  The letter thanked KIAA for our participation in the process and informed the following points:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Final EIS will be published in 2<sup>nd</sup> Quarter of 2016, and no other responses will be forthcoming until then.  In the EIS will be the answers to KIAAs (and others) DEIS and SDEIS responses.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a ten day public comment period</li>\r\n	<li>There will be no process for resolution of further concerns as this is not a part of the process of the National Environmental Protection Act process.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn expressed to the aide in Governor Dayton’s office that securing a form response from Mr Duininck was secondary to our concerns.  He asked for Governor Dayton to confirm that he was aware of and supports or does not support the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>That a derailment collision between an ethanol train and light rail train will be a significant danger to the community and Target Field.</li>\r\n	<li>That other less expensive and more flexible options for transit exist, including bus rapid transit</li>\r\n	<li>That the Chain of Lakes could be degraded due to pile driving</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is a defendant in a lawsuit over failure to disclose discussions of other routes</li>\r\n	<li>That ridership of an Uptown line would well exceed the current alignment</li>\r\n	<li>That projected ridership figures at 21<sup>st</sup> St Station are not credible</li>\r\n	<li>That there will be 22 hours of contiguous noise every five minutes in one of the quietest areas in Minneapolis</li>\r\n	<li>That not one low income neighborhood will be within reasonable walking distance of any Minneapolis station.</li>\r\n	<li>We asked for an appointment with the Governor.  There was no response.  Shawn waited ten days and said that because the Governor failed to respond, we would need to inform our constituents that our elected officials and the Governor are aware of the above controversies and find them to be acceptable.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Larry Moran at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is our Annual Neighborhood Gathering on Monday, May 2nd at 6 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner in front of The Kenwood and BeArtrageous. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org   </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> March 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 7th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi.  Also present Patrick Sadler, Pat Scott, Phil Nordberg, Laureen Carlson, Will Stensrud\r\n\r\nMarch Agenda was Approved Unanimously\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Patrick Sadler, Lisa Goodman’s Office</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Community Planning and Economic Development plan for both Ward 7 and the city were provided.  Any residents that would like a copy can contact Lisa’s office or go to the City Website.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be Noon, March 30<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall; the topic is Sister Cities of Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work continues on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Please contact Lisa’s office to receive email updates on construction closures.</li>\r\n	<li>The Workplace Partnership Meetings proceed to review sick time and paid time off policy.  A final recommendation is due March 16.</li>\r\n	<li>There are openings on multiple boards and commissions in Minneapolis.  Any interested residents can apply via the city website.</li>\r\n	<li>The Community Connection Conference is Saturday April 2<sup>nd</sup> at the Minneapolis Convention Center to kick off 3 Year Planning for Minneapolis 2040.  The public is invited.  Jeanette suggested that Lisa’s office post information to Next Door to ensure the 7<sup>th</sup> Ward is represented if nobody from KIAA is able to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Reduced pricing is being offered for rain barrels and compost bins.  <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>. The city will also have a limited number of trees available to residents for $25.  You can order a tree for your property beginning March 21, see <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Request for Support of Variance for Accessory Dwelling, 2401 Sheridan Ave S – Phil Nordberg and Laureen Carlson</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Phil and Laureen requested variance support from KIAA to be able to add a bathroom and categorize their garage as an ADU.  The overall footprint will not change.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is generally supportive.  The petitioners have not spoken to each neighbor but will be sending out notices to all neighbors within 300 feet.  Jeanette motioned to support the variances, contingent that neighbors are all informed and have no objections.  Motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is in the process of confirming the open swim, pop up playground, and other activities for Summer 2016.  Event schedules will be published in Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette signed the agreement for extra police patrols.  With the warm weather, Matt is working with Park Police to start patrols.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities are being coordinated with Kenwood School, including bird watching.  Volunteers are needed to lead school hikes in April and May, please contact Angie Erdrich at angie_sandeep@yahoo.com</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that since the last meeting, letters were sent to the FTA, Senator Klobuchar, Senator Franken, and Rep Ellison as KIAA continues to escalate neighborhood concerns over this project.</li>\r\n	<li>A letter was also sent to Governor Dayton and Lt Governor Smith, with copies of the letters sent to the State and Federal officials asking for his support in getting a meaningful response to neighborhood concerns, which are centered on the risks and ripple effects of co-location of SWLRT and ethanol trains.  His office responded with questions, and KIAA is preparing a communication to send back.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will invite Sophia Ginis from the Met Council to our April meeting since she did not respond to our March meeting invitation.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion that despite our concerns, planning moves ahead unabated.  All are encouraged to contact their elected officials if they have concerns over co-location, noise, vibration, cost, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA has been actively communicating neighborhood concerns to local, state, and federal officials.  Due to an overall lack of responsiveness to those, the board approved a motion to send communication to President Obama, which will represent the highest level of escalation, and likely final, that the board will take.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Meeting - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Annual Meeting will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association financials.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lake Press, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie, Josine, and Matt are researching options for food to reduce costs from last year.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Board Succession Planning - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         With Ed stepping down, KIAA will need to fill the Treasurer role starting May 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is actively seeking new board members.  We need neighbors that are willing to volunteer 3-4 hours per month either as a board member or support a subcommittee.  There are several board members that have served for a decade or more and are looking to retire.  We need your help to fill these positions to continue the level of thoroughness being delivered today.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is seeking a representative for the Green Zone work being done by the city.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 1st, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Meg Forney, Amanda Vallone, and Jody Strakosch\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be February 24<sup>th</sup>.  The topic will be the City Workforce Training and Equity programs on Job Training.</li>\r\n	<li>2431 22<sup>nd</sup> St W ownership has requested a historic review and may be requesting a variance to the board in the near future.  Neighbors are reminded that KIAA is typically notified of variance requests and can help navigate the process.</li>\r\n	<li>The city prefers that the SWLRT station be called “Cedar Lake Station.”  The Met Council has suggested that 21<sup>st</sup> St Station is not a clear indicator of the location of the station but has asked for input.  (KIAA hesitates to put forth a suggestion because KIAA does not support co-location of freight and light rail, but if KIAA were to have a preference it would be West 21<sup>st</sup> St.)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Closing the Gap in Our Parks - Meg Forney</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meg is looking for volunteers to work for a Citizens Group to get signatures to support a referendum on the ballot for “The Closing of the Gap” for funding of $15M/year for the next 20 years to implement repairs in neighborhood parks.  If residents are interested, please contact Meg or Anita Tabb at the Park Board.  Additional information is available on the Park Board website.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Funding Recommendation – Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The success at East Cedar Lake Beach to reduce crime was in large part due to the partnership between KIAA and the Park Police.  The recommendation from Chief Ohotto was to spend $5000 for 2016 vs $8000 spent last year.  Police reports were reduced from 101 in 2014 to 56 in 2015.</li>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to spend $5000 for additional police patrols at ECLB in 2016 and be active early in the season.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that two disbursements were made in January relating to SWLRT planning and the Metro Blooms project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Thrill Kenwood – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>This event raised $400 for The Bridge for Youth.</li>\r\n	<li>The 1<sup>st</sup> annual Rock Kenwood Dance Party will be held at the Rec Center on Saturday February 27<sup>th</sup> from 3-6PM.  There will be a DJ, contests, crafting, and more.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt recapped the recent committee meeting and the programming ideas for 2016.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log rolling and Open Swim are planned to continue in 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>New ideas include puppet shows, art activities, potlucks, and more.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is considering putting forth up to $2000 of additional funding for activities, and discussed how to engage neighbors that might be interested in donating funds to support the activities.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  Jody reported that the November and December meetings were cancelled by the Met Council.  In the January meeting, progress updates were shared by the project office.  Final environmental impact statement is due in April.  Civil construction will begin fall of 2016.  There will be 29 private properties impacted by construction in Minneapolis, primarily adjacent to the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported that some responses were received from correspondence to Minnesota Senators and Representatives on the Transportation Committees.  Some responded to take KIAA response under advisement, and some spoke in favor of KIAA’s position opposing co-location.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn brought a motion to continue to present KIAA’s position opposing co-location to FTA officials in the Chicago office that are working with the Met Council on the alignment.  The board unanimously approved to send a letter.  Shawn will circulate it as an action between meetings for board review and final approval.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette is working to identify a point of contact for the Restorative Justice Program, who would coordinate community service work for the people in the program.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA recognizes Stephen Dean and his long standing contributions to the neighborhood. Kathie Constantine shared that his tailoring business in Downtown Kenwood is expected to close at the end of March.  He kept the neighborhood looking good with the many fine seams, hems, and alterations he provided over his 40 years in business, and we wish him well in retirement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:46 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>January 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met January 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A body was found frozen in the ice in the channel between Lake Calhoun and Lake of the Isles on January 4<sup>th</sup>.  It is not known to be a crime related situation and there is no danger to the public.  Residents are encouraged to demonstrate caution before proceeding to go out on the ice, especially areas that are not designated for winter recreational use.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is on Wednesday January 27<sup>th</sup>, the topic is a preview of the 2016 state legislative session. Senator Dibble among other elected officials are expected to attend.  Please contact Lisa’s office if you plan to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale utility work continues.  Sewer work will be necessary on Vineland Place near the Walker and Sculpture Garden.  Construction updates and road closures are available via Lisa’s office in her email updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Residents are advised that there needs to be a minimum 5 foot clearance on either side of alleys and driveways.  Neighbors are having difficulties accessing driveways and alleys when visitors or residents are parked within 5 feet of one.  This has been a challenge particularly at Kenwood Corner.  If access is blocked, neighbors can call 311 for assistance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed updated KIAA that the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District paid KIAA for the 15 neighborhood Raingarden projects.  KIAA will in turn pay MetroBlooms with these funds, as well as the KIAA share of $1134, approved at the December Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Noise Issues</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Local businesses are advised to ensure that their garbage and recycling services are observing local noise ordinances.  Garbage and recycling are not to be picked up prior to 6AM.  We love our local businesses.  Neighbors observing violations are encouraged to speak to the business owner first, and if unresolved then take a photo of the truck and email KIAA or Lisa Goodman’s office and we will contact the refuse service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt updated KIAA that the next ECLB Committee Meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan 26<sup>th</sup> at 7PM at the Kenwood Community Center.  All are welcome.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will invite Park Police Chief Ohotto to the February meeting to start the dialogue on the strategy for the summer of 2016.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the SWLRT environmental impact statement will not consider impacts of freight rail changes in the Kenilworth Corridor funded by the project, according to a recent email from the Southwest Project Office.  These changes include moving the rail much closer to homes, upgrading the tracks, building a bridge across the Kenilworth Canal, and removing many trees and green spaces.  Further, although the SWLRT project will spend tens of millions of dollars to “co-locate” freight and light rail, the Met Council says it “is not making freight rail permanent” in the Kenilworth Corridor.  KIAA is concerned that the upgraded freight rail infrastructure could encourage more trains at higher speeds, and create additional noise and safety concerns.  KIAA believes the SDEIS is flawed because it does not treat freight as a permanent condition, and therefore adverse impacts are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the section 106 meeting on December 3<sup>rd</sup>.  Section 106 protects historic properties impacted by federally funded projects.  The Kenilworth Channel is protected by section 106.  With input by Michael Schroeder of the MPRB, a bridge design has been agreed upon and the historic WPA retaining walls on the east side of the proposed bridge are now under consideration.  A memorandum of understanding will be developed in the coming months, and KIAA will decide whether or not to sign it when the time comes.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn, on behalf of KIAA, contacted each member of the Minnesota Senate and House Transportation Committees to surface the board’s continued concerns with co-location.  KIAA asked that the $135M of the state portion of the funding be put on hold.  This is to be voted on in the upcoming legislative session.  KIAA maintains that in a time of increased concern over rail safety, co-location of light rail and ethanol trains will pose a continual and sustained danger to the Kenwood neighborhood should there be a derailment. and we remain opposed to co-location.  The Minneapolis City Council, knowing of this risk, has nonetheless approved co-location, so KIAA is appealing to the state level.</li>\r\n	<li>County Commissioner Marion Greene is planning a public meeting on Wednesday, February 3<sup>rd</sup>.  KIAA will post time and place to NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Angie Erdrich will post in Next Door Kenwood a notice to invite neighbors to determine interest for the MetroBlooms Raingarden program for 2016</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lake of the Isles Skating Party is Sunday, January 24<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:38 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>December 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 7th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Larry Moran, Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi, Josine Peters  Also Present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n<h1>Agenda was approved unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since November Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby composed a letter to the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee articulating KIAA concerns that the SDEIS had shortcomings.  These arise from Met Council’s decision to treat freight rail as an “existing condition.” However, the SWLRT proposes creating permanent freight rail infrastructure where only temporary rail exists, and SDEIS failed to properly consider the safety, environmental, vibration, noise, and economic impact of that decision with freight rail as an existing condition.  In the December meeting, KIAA members voted in favor of sending the letter prior to the CMC.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>December 9<sup>th</sup> is the final opportunity for residents to testify at the City Council meeting regarding the 2016 budget and taxes.  Lisa encourages residents to appear in person or email their city representatives to provide testimony and input on how residential tax revenue is generated and spent.  This meeting will be in the past by the time these minutes are published, however residents are notified well in advance of the annual hearing in their Truth in Taxation statements for future tax years.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January.  December 14<sup>th</sup> marks the annual December Later with Lisa event at the Normandy Inn.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work is continuing on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Infrastructure has deteriorated further than expected and the project is approximately 6 weeks behind.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa confirmed that a variance at 2432 Sheridan Ave S was approved by the city.  This was endorsed by KIAA at the November meeting.  KIAA will seek input as broadly as possible for future requests</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed provided prior the meeting a recap of monies received from KIAA members as well as November transactions (expenditures), and these were discussed in the meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>The source of the remainder of Rain Garden funding was discussed.  Jeanette moved to use money from the NRP neighborhood livability Phase II fund.  Passed unanimously.  Mike Bono agreed to ensure that all city requirements were met to utilize that fund.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Resolution regarding Jean Deatrick’s contract – Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jean’s contract is set to expire at the end of the year.  Jean supports KIAA with communication, publication of the minutes, announcements, reimbursements, and other administrative activities.  Mike moved to extend her contract under the same terms until December 31<sup>st</sup> 2016.  Ed seconded the motion.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies\r\n<h1>·         Matt is reaching out to the Park Board to align on proposed activities for summer 2016.  KIAA continues to work on ensuring ECLB will be able to be used safely by all residents.  There will be a public meeting in January to discuss 2016 strategies, date/time/place to be posted on Nextdoor Kenwood.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA increased funding in 2015 to support existing funding from the Park Board et al, and research will be done to understand how much funding will be in place from other sources prior to a KIAA funding commitment for 2016.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Discussion continued from the November meeting regarding engaging state and federal officials over ongoing concerns for rail safety as well as other unaddressed concerns.  KIAA will contact state level transportation bill conferees to raise the concerns before end of year, and then again as State Legislators go back into session in February.  KIAA will also contact Federal Transit officials in advance of final funding of the line to ensure that federal officials are aware of local concerns with regard to safety, environmental, noise, vibration, and economic adverse effects not sufficiently addressed in the SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Metro Blooms is asking if KIAA would be interested in partnering on Rain Gardens again in 2016.  Angie will inform them of KIAA interest, pending gauging neighborhood interest.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:33 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met November 2nd, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since October Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA sent a response to the SWLRT project office regarding SWLRT Section 106 meeting Sept 23<sup>rd</sup>, as it relates to concerns over the traffic study.  There is a discrepancy in the ridership numbers vs SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Variance Request for Peterson Residence, 2432 Sheridan Ave S</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Request made in person by owners to enlarge the structure, extending a less than six foot variance along the property line.  A second variance was requested to extend the garage by five feet closer to the street, which is still within the set back.  Angie motioned to support, Matt to second, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws, Articles – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed changes to KIAA bylaws to modernize them, having consulted with Robert Cooper of the City of Minneapolis legal department.  For example, serving information via email vs paper mail, yet preserving multi modal communication which would include an annual newsletter or mailings at the discretion of KIAA.  Ed moved that KIAA approve the rewritten bylaws which would then be filed with the state, and stored on KIAA’s website.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed then moved to change articles of incorporation to update the registered office of KIAA to the Kenwood Rec Center.  Matt seconded, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Gardens – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved to pay $1134 for KIAA cost share to Metro Blooms (or up to $1200 in case of minor variance in the final invoice).  The costs increased due to decreased participation due to untenable soil conditions or other issues that were not able to be mitigated.  Motion seconded by Jim, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>The raingarden at Kenwood Corner was paid for by the private donations and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  In order to finalize funding, a sign is needed.  The sign will be reviewed as action taken outside the meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         ECLB committee met in October to debrief the year and start planning for next year.  Residents that have ideas for activities for 2016 are encouraged to contact Matt Spies.  2015 saw a tremendous amount of success and KIAA is excited to build on this success but needs continued neighborhood engagement even if there was an increase in usage via activities and a decrease in criminal activity.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Engagement with Anita Tabb and the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board was also discussed as an offline action.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA discussed whether to continue to engage in SWLRT via writing letters to state and federal officials addressing co-location concerns in the Kenilworth Corridor as KIAA was unable to gain support at the city level.  Specifically, to petition state and federal officials to withhold funding due to continuing and increasing concerns over the danger of the co-location of ethanol trains and SWLRT.  Further action to be taken between meetings, but accountability of individual public officials will be the focus, specifically, their knowledge of the risks, and how they plan to vote, is the plan of action via written correspondence.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood general community update.  Jeanette will encourage CM Greene to have the meeting, KIAA will not formally participate.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:43 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 5th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich.\r\n\r\nOthers present:  CM Lisa Goodman, Marc Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), 2 other attendees\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The September lunch with Lisa had over 75 attendees to hear about the Nicollet Mall renovation.  At the October Lunch with Lisa Wed Oct 21<sup>st</sup>, to commemorate the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, State Senator Steve Simon will speak about the Voting Rights Act.  Room 334 of the St Thomas Law School.  All are welcome to attend, please RSVP in advance to Lisa’s office.</li>\r\n	<li>Fall street sweeping will start on October 20<sup>th</sup>.  Please watch for parking restrictions.  Social media will be used to communicate dates.</li>\r\n	<li>Cedar Lake Parkway will be repaved – from 394 to the BNSF bridge.  It will start October 19<sup>th</sup>, last 6 days, and be a complete closure.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding variances and tear downs.  Neighbors are encouraged to review variance proposals with KIAA board so the board can be aware of variance requests.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed attended to any previously discussed financial compliance and efficiency concerns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed that bylaws be examined and modernized.  For example, the bylaws state that minutes must be maintained in a book.  However, now electronic copies are preferred to minimize paper waste.  Also that 1<sup>st</sup> class mail is used for communications, and now electronic notice is more economical and more efficient.  There was also a discussion on how to document action (votes) taken outside of meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark re-requested funding from KIAA for a rechargeable sound system to be used for neighborhood programming, at a cost of $2200.  Motion to fund passed with two abstentions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Hennepin Lake Community Wine Tasting Fundraiser – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is selling tickets to the event which is being held on Wed October 28<sup>th</sup>.  Advance ticket sales benefit KIAA.  Please email Jeanette Colby; email is available on the KIAA website.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>It was noted that each member of the City Council, Mayor Hodges, and Peter Wagenius received a copy of the KIAA SDEIS with a request to require more information regarding mitigation, co-location, and construction concerns prior to granting municipal consent.  However, there was no response to KIAA from the Mayor or the Council and all city council members voted the same as prior municipal consent.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood Q/A meeting for any outstanding questions regarding the SWLRT project.  Jeanette and Shawn will post to Nextdoor Kenwood this opportunity to have a dialogue, to gauge neighborhood interest.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette outlined the finding to the Section 106 Traffic Study.  The finding in the study was that there would not be substantial changes to traffic near historic 106 properties.  The findings of the study appear to be inconsistent with the SDEIS statements regarding how many riders will use the 21<sup>st</sup> St Station and how riders will access the station.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will draft a letter to state and federal officials highlighting the danger of co-location of ethanol trains and high voltage LRT wires in the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Announcements/New Business – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee continues to meet monthly.  Meetings are posted to Nextdoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>Thrill Kenwood is Saturday October 24<sup>th</sup>, at 3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, November 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSeptember 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met September 14th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Park Police Chief Ohotto, Mark Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), Jean Deatrich (Hill and Lakes), and 6 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>September Agenda was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Recognition for Kathy Low for her participation in KIAA and to Larry Moran for Chairing KIAA for the past three years.</li>\r\n	<li>It was agreed that a November KIAA newsletter will be published and mailed.  Articles will be needed and will need to be sent to Jean Deatrich.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich led a discussion regarding the final cost of the Raingarden Project, which will be finalized at a future date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Bylaw and Finance Update – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that he will put together a list of proposed bylaw changes that were discussed at the July KIAA meeting to be submitted.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed gave an overview of committed and past spending as a follow up to the account balance update emailed prior to the meeting.  It was determined to maintain one KIAA account going forward, instead of two, and Ed named some follow up tasks that he would tend to in order to ensure KIAA is compliant with the city policy, and it was also determined to maintain a May 31<sup>st</sup> fiscal year end and coincide with the annual election of the KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark requested funding from KIAA for the replacement of 3 picnic tables and a sound system.  A vote was deferred until ownership of the space where the picnic tables is housed could be confirmed.  Additionally, it was suggested that the Rec Center request funding from the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto/Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Chief Ohotto shared that police reports for ECLB were 69 in 2015 vs 2014 last year.  Most reports were misdemeanors.  He attributes the reduction to Matt Spies and his task force and the community involvement at the beach, as well as concerned residents calling 911 when incidents occurred.  Chief Ohotto recommended continued KIAA-funded hours and activities moving forward.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Subcommittee Meeting is on October 13<sup>th</sup> at 7PM, Kenwood Rec Center.  Residents are encouraged to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Permit Parking was discussed as a deterrent.  There is a Next Door thread discussing a petition to request it to deter beach attendance.  KIAA in the past has recommended that this is not a viable solution to deter crime, however agreed that the SubCommittee should reevaluate this as a solution to ensure that any recommendation reflects current views.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Amanda Vallone - beArtrageous</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda on behalf of beArtrageous proposed some activities for ECLB for 2016.  Activities would be for residents of all ages:  potlucks, craft parties, coffee and sunset gatherings, etc.  Activities would be funded by CPP or participants.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda requested funding from KIAA to fund Thrill Kenwood on October 24<sup>th</sup>.  The activity is a neighborhood dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at the corner of Penn and 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Proceeds go to Bridge for Youth, and emergency Shelter for for 10-17 year old youth.  KIAA approved $800 to fund the event, about 40% of the budget.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>MPRB Ice Rink Warming Hut – Cliff Swenson/Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>MPRB is considering updating the warming hut (without disruption to the footprint or skating area) at Lake of the Isles and across other rinks in the park system.  MPRB is beginning the process of informing city boards about the redesign, and if the project moves forward there would be a community engagement process in the future.  Goal is to have the project done by Fall 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Jeanette Colby/Shawn Smith/Jody Strakosch</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody updated from the Community Advisory Committee, which met recently and the Project Office is proceeding as if they have full funding.  Jody asked that the key elements of the project be a standing topic on the agenda going forward, including co-location, noise, vibration, etc.  Meetings occur the 4<sup>th</sup> Thursday of every month.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette offered to contact County Commissioner Marion Greene to see if we would conduct a public hearing to ask questions.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA agreed to distribute the SDEIS response to additional public officials.  The purpose is to gain support to get answers to those questions posed in the response, submitted to the Project Office in July 2015, that have yet to be answered.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, October 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met July 6th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Lisa Goodman, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee and KIAA Board Member-Elect), Jean Deatrick, and 2 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby nominated Matt Spies to the board and his appointment was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City of Minneapolis Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be August 26<sup>th</sup>.  Topic is TBD and Lisa is seeking input on ideas of broad interest to the ward.</li>\r\n	<li>NextDoor Kenwood will be increasingly used by the city for announcements and crime alerts, so neighbors are encouraged to sign up for the site.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion regarding street paving and repair.  Lisa encourages neighbors to call 3-1-1 to report any potholes in need of fill.  Major repaving for roads in need of repair could result in a potentially significant tax assessment for property owners on the street repaired.</li>\r\n	<li>Because of the buffer zone around parkland, it was emphasized that feral cats are not allowed in much of the Kenwood neighborhood, and should be reported to animal control.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report/Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Year end financial recaps were circulated to KIAA board members prior to the July meeting.  The balance sheet will be attached to the CPP annual report to be sent to the city.  KIAA fiscal year runs from June 1 to May 31 due to the timing of the election of the board in May.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA bylaws have not been updated in several years.  Ed offered to chair a subcommittee to review where updates should be made to allow more relevant communication methods, eg allowing electronic communication vs by US Mail.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP Annual Report – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the KIAA 2014 CPP Annual report be approved and sent to the city, and the motion was unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Dinkytown Historic Commercial Preservation – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The city is voting July 10<sup>th</sup> regarding preservation of the Dinkytown business district.  KIAA will circulate the letter from the preservation group should Kenwood residents wish to show support.  KIAA will not file a formal support with the city but voted to send a statement to the City Council in support of the Marcy Holmes Neighborhood Association (Dinkytown) in its adherence to its neighborhood small area plan.  Small area plans are developed with broad community input and may put parameters on developers to preserve neighborhood history and aesthetics.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Uptown Neighborhoods Working Group (UNWG) – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Per UNWG request, Josine attended the recent meeting of the working group and will provide input into the decisions and discussions related to the Uptown neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Raingardens Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The installations of raingardens in Kenwood continue to have interest in the neighborhood and Angie will continue to provide input and updates to Metro Blooms and KIAA.  20 Residences are approved to be funded by Metro Blooms and KIAA.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log Rolling continues to be a popular event – future dates will be announced on NextDoor Kenwood.  Open Water Swimming, sponsored by YWCA, is rolling out this summer.</li>\r\n	<li>Pledges have been raised for $1350 to fund a pop-up Adventure Park, 3 events to occur this summer.  Matt requested $750 in funding from KIAA to reach the goal of $3000 and for a fund to be established to be administered by KIAA to house the funding as it is collected.  Jeanette so moved and the motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Crime and Safety – Chief Ohotto provided an update in advance of the meeting that crime is down from prior years.  There are still some incidents that have required police response but of less frequency and severity vs prior summers.  Ed Pluimer reminded the board that $8K was allocated for increased police patrols this summer.  KIAA will continue to evaluate the effectiveness of the expenditure.</li>\r\n	<li>The next ECLB subcommittee meeting will be July 14<sup>th</sup> at Kenwood Rec Center and will be published on NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Supplementary Draft EIS Response – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS response was submitted to the board for review prior to the meeting.  There was a general discussion regarding edits related to construction impacts, property values.  Angie moved to approve the response with amendments, and the motion passed unanimously.  The amendments to increase the focus on the response relating to construction short term impacts (noise, vibration, road damage).  The KIAA response will be submitted to the Met Council, and a response will be requested, by the July 21<sup>st</sup> deadline.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Investing in Neighborhood Parks/Closing the Gap – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Minneapolis Park and Rec Board is conducting neighborhood hearings through late September to discuss the current state of Minneapolis Parks and those in need of repairs that may have been deferred.  Please see the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board for dates on upcoming hearings.  You can also email <a href=\"mailto:closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org\">closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org</a> for information and input.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, August 3rd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>June 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 1st, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and Jean Deatrich, and 3 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in June or July.  The next will be August 6<sup>th</sup>, topic is TBD.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa is sending out a weekly downtown event and construction alert including sporting and arts events and street closures.  Future emails will include the reconstruction of Hennepin at Lyndale, Nicollet Mall Reconstruction, etc. Residents can sign up for the weekly Friday email by emailing Lisa’s office.  She is hopeful that the information will help residents and visitors get around town a little easier with all the construction and exciting downtown events.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Streets events are starting, sponsored by the city and the Bicycle Coalition.  There will be road closures and roads will be open to pedestrians and bikers.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.openstreetsmpls.com/\">www.openstreetsmpls.com</a> for more information.</li>\r\n	<li>With the warm weather approaching, residents are advised to keep garages and homes locked when not home.  This will deter crimes of opportunity.  Also, keep valuables out of sight in your car, and keep your car locked even when it is in your garage.  Residents are encouraged to call 911 if you see any suspicious activity.  This will help control crimes of opportunity.</li>\r\n	<li>The City and the Park Board advise to water trees regularly, and advise against pruning ash trees, which can spread the Emerald Ash borer.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update (ECLB, “Hidden Beach”) – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Activities are being planned to increase resident usage of the beach.  Activities will mainly be sponsored by a 3<sup>rd</sup> party, not the Park Board or City.  Matt will submit an article to Hill and Lakes Press with more information in an upcoming issue.</li>\r\n	<li>The first log roll was held on Saturday May 30th with about 25 attendees.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Lake Swimming is in the planning stages, similar Lake Nokomis Open Swim.  The intent is to give residents the opportunity to swim in open water for exercise and triathlon training.  Also for trained swimmers that do not have access to a pool.  The open swim events will be managed by the YMCA.</li>\r\n	<li>Other events are being planned, such as morning meditations, arts events, and more.  Announcements will be shared via the Nextdoor Kenwood website, so please sign up for the site for alerts on upcoming events.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is working to see if a sign can be secured to post at the entrance of the beach area announcing the schedule of activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is doing an amazing job leading the ECLB subcommittee and KIAA appreciates his dedication and effort to bring fun activities to ECLB for everyone.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low outlined the revised neighborhood priority plan that was drafted to direct activities and advise the expenditure of Community Participation Program funds.  Changes to the former plan were advised in response to a recent survey of residents and ongoing KIAA priorities.  Kathy did not seek re-election and was handing the work off to the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Included in the plan is SWLRT work, additional police patrols for ECLB, monthly newsletter, and neighborhood programming activities.</li>\r\n	<li>The final revised plan will be submitted to the city and put on record in the KIAA archives.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS is now published which reflects co-location of Light Rail and Freight Rail.  LRT Done Right is drafting a response to the SDEIS (Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement).  Jeanette Colby proposed that KIAA utilize the LRT Done Right as a foundation to the response for KIAA.  The responses are due by July 6<sup>th</sup> unless an extension is granted.  KIAA will draft a response representative of views expressed by residents and an evaluation of the SDEIS.  Any resident can review the SDEIS at <a href=\"http://www.metrocouncil.org/\">www.metrocouncil.org</a>.  Residents are encouraged to review environmental findings and mitigation plans and provide input to the Met Council directly.  The City of Minneapolis and Park Board are each planning to submit a response to the SDEIS in addition to those of LRT Done Right and KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to be involved with the Citizens Advisory Committee.  KIAA did not support co-location of freight and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor, but will focus the feedback on mitigation that is needed as determined by the board for safety, vibration, noise, light, and economic potential adverse effects on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of KIAA Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby was elected to Chair of the Board.  Ed Pluimer was re-elected as Treasurer.  Larry Moran was elected Vice Chair, to help oversee that transition of the position of Chair to Jeanette.  Shawn Smith was re-elected to Secretary.  The website will be updated by Jean Deatrich to reflect the officers for the next annual period.  It was noted that new members will be needed to continue the work of the board as some members have served for several terms and new resident participation is needed for succession planning.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2015 KIAA 4<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA had its 4<sup>th</sup> annual gathering on May 5<sup>th</sup> in Downtown Kenwood, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">In attendance were the KIAA board, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene, MPRB Anita Tabb, Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, 8 serving board members up for re-election, and approximately 80 neighbors.</p>\r\nThe gathering began at 6PM. The weather was great and everyone enjoyed complimentary Red Wagon Pizza and beverages provided by KIAA. Janet Hallaway from The Bridge for Youth was available to answer questions regarding her organization and to take donations. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM. He stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year: SWLRT work including work on the CAC and mitigation of potential adverse effects to the neighborhood, support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Movies in the Park, Kenwood Carnival, and the Skating Party. He also introduced Matt Spies, who leads the subcommittee working to address concerns over East Cedar Lake “Hidden” Beach. Angie Erdrich gave an update on the Raingarden to be constructed at Kenwood Corner in August 2015.\r\n\r\nLarry introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to himself: Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Ed Pluimer, and Shawn Smith. Larry made the motion for re-election, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood. If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us. If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> April 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">The KIAA Board met April 6, 2015, at Kenwood Rec Center.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Board Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Others present: Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and other Kenwood residents</p>\r\n\r\n<h1><strong>7th Ward Update - City Council Member Lisa Goodman </strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping on most north/south streets will be the week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; east/west streets and the remaining north/south streets will be the week of April 20<sup>th</sup>. Yard waste pickup begins week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; use compostable bags or yard waste containers.</li>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be on Wednesday April 29<sup>th</sup>. Olga Viso, Executive Director of the Walker Art Center, will give an in-depth look at the Walker’s $75 million renovation plans, including the Sculpture Garden and improvements to the hill and along Vineland Place. As usual, please arrive between 11:30 - 11:45 am to get lunch and a seat for the program.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa Goodman is also arranging a visit to the Minneapolis Emergency Operations Center the week of May 4<sup>th</sup> for interested residents. The Center was moved to Fridley and improved after the 35W bridge collapse. Space will be limited. Notice will be sent to anyone who is signed up for her regular notices by email. (Email her office if you would like to be added to her distribution list.)</li>\r\n	<li>Some qualified residents of CIDNA and Lowry Hill have volunteered to be on the Kenilworth Station Art and Landscape Committee that will look at station area design for some of the Minneapolis Southwest Light Rail stations. Selections will be made soon; contact Lisa Goodman’s office if anyone else is interested. KIAA expressed the strong interest in having this committee consider ways that the presence of a station could have a positive impact on problems at East Cedar Lake beach. Lisa Goodman thinks the committee will be focused only on the station design.</li>\r\n	<li>The owners of 1800 Lake/Knox project have stopped pumping water from the basement of the building into Lake Calhoun in accordance with the consent decree.</li>\r\n	<li>The City’s composting program has started; organics can be taken to drop-off sites listed at <a href=\"http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996\">http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996</a>. One of the drop-off sites is the South Transfer Station, 2850 20th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55407. Organics pick up will start in April 2016 for the Kenwood neighborhood. Homeowners will be charged for the service whether they sign up for pick up or not.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The East Cedar Lake Beach KIAA subcommittee recently met and also conducted an online survey. Survey results will be posted on NextDoor; there was interest in log-rolling, which could be once/week in partnership with the maker of synthetic logs who lives in the area, as well as point-to-point swimming across Cedar Lake. The Park Board indicated that they would be supportive of this swimming by providing a lifeguard and allowing this activity, which normally is prohibited.</li>\r\n	<li>The subcommittee discussed that the Park Police are best situated to determine when to deploy extra policing funded by KIAA. Josine Peters introduced a resolution to allocate an additional $3,000 (when added to the previously approved $5,000, for a total of $8,000) of remaining KIAA NRP funds to the Police Buy-Back contract with the City. Jack Levi seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Another idea for positive programming at the Beach is a canoe paddle derby. Jeanette Colby has confirmed the details for one KIAA-sponsored event for all ages: the Open Eye Figure Theatre Driveway Tour will be on Friday, June 5th at 7 p.m. at East Cedar Lake Beach. Residents are invited to picnic and enjoy an innovative puppet show. Jeanette Colby introduced a resolution approving $400 for the event; Kathy Low seconded and it passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Long-term solutions to the problems at the Beach were also discussed at the subcommitee’s recent meeting. Some of the Park Board’s ideas to be considered in the future include fixing up trails and constructing restrooms. <strong>The</strong> suggestion that a CAC be formed as a forum for discussing these kinds of changes was met with enthusiasm.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>SWLRT Discussion - Kathy Low</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy provided an update on the 106 review (environmental review process re: adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties in the neighborhood). KIAA continues to use the PVN consulting firm to assist in our role as consulting party in this process. Kathy proposed a resolution to approve a contract with PVN for 2015 and to add $2,000 to the contract with the City using Neighborhood Priority Plan funds to cover this cost. The consultant will discuss with KIAA what scope of work is requested for each future meeting. It is possible that CIDNA will share in the cost of the consultant’s time to prepare and attend meetings<strong>.</strong> The motion was seconded and carried unanimously. Kathy will attend the next 106 meeting on April 22<sup>nd</sup> and KIAA will seek a new representative for future meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>KIAA Annual Gathering – Angie Erdrich, Ed Pluimer</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> outside the downtown Kenwood businesses on West 21<sup>st</sup> Street beginning at 6 pm. BeARTrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Ed proposed a resolution to allocate $100 each to help with expenses those two businesses will incur as well as funds to cover other KIAA expenses for supplies for the event. Kathy Low seconded and the resolution passed unanimously. Delicious individually-prepared pizza will be prepared on site by Red Wagon Pizza. There will be a brief presentation by Chair Larry Moran at 6:30 describing KIAA activities. The 2015-2016 KIAA board will then be elected: new board members are needed and encouraged to attend. Last year was a huge success and all residents are welcome. Donations to the Bridge for Youth will be accepted.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:25 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, May 4th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on 21<sup>st</sup> Street in front of the Kenwood businesses as described above. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident in each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kiaa55405@gmail.com.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met March 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee), Dr. Eric Larson, and 6 other attendees and neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>No Update this month</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto provided an update on how KIAA funding was utilized in the summer of 2014 beach season. A total of 93 hours were utilized by park police for a budget cost of $6084, over the authorization of $5000 by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Most offenses at ECLB are due to narcotics and alcohol. Submitted for the minutes was a 10 year recap of police reports. 2014 had 101 reports written (not necessarily arrests)</li>\r\n	<li>Chief would like to continue to have “buy back” patrols in 2015 and to have funding in place before June for proactive presence at the beach. The Chief’s recommendation was to have an officer present from 11AM till 4PM on scheduled days (from buy back funding), so as not to double up coverage that is regularly scheduled after 2PM till 10PM, based on availability. He also recommended the board reach out to the 5<sup>th</sup> Precinct City Attorney for partnership in increasing awareness of repeat offenders. Further, to reach out to Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams for support.</li>\r\n	<li>Preceding the recommendation of the Hidden Beach task force, which will be provided to KIAA later in March, Jeanette Colby made a motion to authorize $5000 initially pending the recommendation of the committee (to be finalized March 17<sup>th</sup> at the rec center at 6:30, public welcome) and to be revisited at a later date in case extra funding is needed due to ideas that come from the task force. Josine Peters seconded. Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Larry Moran provided an update from the Community Advisory Committee meeting (Jody Strakosch is the neighborhood CAC representative), which occurs the last Tuesday of each month. Topics included Development Reviews, Community Works, and Design and Engineering. The primary issue was the SDEIS which will be delayed until late Spring or early summer, or later. This is important as SDEIS would speak to the environmental impact of co-location of freight and LRT in the Kenilworth Corridor with a single tunnel. Once complete, the public will have a 45 day period to comment.</li>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low provided an update on the 106 review (adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties). In December, KIAA sent a letter outlining concerns on this topic. MnDot agreed to expedite traffic studies to assess impact of project. It remains unclear what, if any, mitigation will be done to mitigate potential adverse impacts on historic properties. Motion carried unanimously for Kathy Low to send the letter regarding KIAA position on the channel. Motion also carried unanimously to authorize an additional $500 to pay the consultants PVN to help KIAA prepare a response letter to the most recent 106 consultation meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>Dr. Eric Larson, neighbor, addressed the board regarding the transportation of flammable liquids through the Kenilworth Corridor alongside SWLRT. He sent a letter to Fire Chief Fruetel asking him to explore the inherent danger of, and a plan to manage and mitigate the damage in the event of a spill or fire resulting from an ethanol train accident. Construction of the shallow tunnel will occur 12 feet from the freight rail track. Motion carried unanimously to endorse the letter.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn Smith made a motion to update, sign on behalf of KIAA, and send a letter to Senator Dibble recapping the discussion on outstanding questions on SWLRT from the last two meetings, to outline where information is needed and outstanding concerns that are not addressed. Seconded by Josine, carried unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Sculpture Garden Renovation – Josine Peters (minutes addendum)</h1>\r\n<strong>Statement:</strong>\r\n\r\nAs part of the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden renovation, the Walker Art Center will temporarily remove most sculptures. Many will be in storage, but others will be on short- or long-term loan to a number of Twin Cities institutions so that the public can still enjoy them during the construction project. The Walker is still in conversation with these potential partners and is identifying particular works for relocation. No official decisions have been made.\r\n\r\nOne thing we know for certain is that the Frank Gehry <em>Standing Fish</em> will be relocated from the Cowles Conservatory in order to reimagine that particular space. A formal announcement will be made in early 2015 announcing the relocation of specific artworks and their locations.\r\n\r\nMore information can be found on Minneapolisparks.org. Search under “current projects”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Carnival</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Motion carried unanimously to authorize $750 Kenwood Carnival.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> in front of the Kenwood Restaurant, 6-7:30. BeArtrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Food will be Red Wagon Pizza. New prospective board members are welcome. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Volunteers are Needed for Earth Day Cleanup.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meet on Saturday, April 25<sup>th</sup> at the Kenwood Rec Center. 9:30-noon. More info to come in April.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>February 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met February 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; 4 neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1>Lunch with Lisa on Feb 25<sup>th</sup> and the topic is TBD at the time of this meeting. There will be a communication shortly to provide interested residents the time, place and topic. The last lunch was well attended with a speaker from the Youth Homelessness Initiative.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There is a wrecking permit pulled for a residence at 2536 Upton S for a replacement house.</li>\r\n	<li>Property valuation notices for 2015 have been mailed to residents. If residents would like to have a review for equalization of their property value, it must be done at this time. If you believe your property is not correctly assessed, please refer to the City of Minneapolis website for instructions. You will need to pull your own comparative properties and submit an application for review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update, Section 106 Review (potential affects of SWLRT on historic properties) – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that the next SWLRT section 106 consultation meeting is 2/6. KIAA will attend the meeting along with the other consulting parties; SWLRT project staff, the State Historic Preservation Office, City of Minneapolis, the Park Board, CIDNA, and others. This meeting concerns solely the impact on the historical Kenilworth Channel crossing. Adverse effects on neighborhood historic properties from construction as well as operation of the trains and related traffic will continue to be the top focus of KIAA at future 106 meetings. Jeanette Colby motioned to approve $500 for the KIAA retained consultants Preservation Design Works to attend the meeting, Josine Peters seconded. The motion was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a follow up discussion led by Larry Moran regarding the need for specifics from the SW Project office for what to expect in 2015 on the project to be able to inform residents and how best to obtain that information. Suggestions that were made would be finalized after the meeting as a follow up but included contacting representatives to request their attention to any concerns that are not being addressed.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Larry Moran</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA task force is continuing to work on solutions for the 2015 beach season. The importance of continuity was stressed for a neighborhood strategy to address neighborhood concerns regarding the beach. If KIAA funds extra park police patrols in 2015, KIAA would work with funding recipients to align on how the money would be spent, and would look to include Chief Ohotto and Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams in the conversations. Jack Levi to follow up with Kathy Williams for an update from the task force on long term strategies and next steps.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> January 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 5, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Vice Chair Mike Bono called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; Dan Pennie, Anne Carayon, Dylan Thomas (SW Journal), Jean Deatrick (Hill and Lakes Press), Bruce Brunner, Donna Minter, Jody Strakosch\r\n\r\n7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman\r\n<h1><em> </em>Lunch with Lisa on Jan 28<sup>th</sup> will feature a Youth Homelessness speaker. RSVP to Lisa’s office is appreciated.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>SWLRT. There will be CIDNA, KIAA, Bryn Mawr, and Cedar Lake Park Association representation on committees regarding the W 21<sup>st</sup> St and Penn Ave stations. The city is seeking individuals with landscape architecture experience to serve on the committees and give input on environmental mitigation and remediation strategies.</li>\r\n	<li>A CIDNA homeowner described damage to homes on Sunset Blvd from the recent Met Council sewer reconstruction project. The Met Council and its contractor have not satisfactorily addressed the homeowners’ property damage claims according to the testimonial. Kathy Low brought forth a resolution for discussion, similar to one recently passed by CIDNA, requesting that the Met Council revise processes to resolve damage disputes and compensate property owners who suffer damage due to Met Council projects, especially in light of the proposed SWLRT construction. Discussion on how to engage state and city leadership is an issue that is common to neighborhoods at risk of damage by construction, for the agenda of a January 21<sup>st</sup> meeting. Kathy Low moved for approval of the resolution. Jeanette Colby seconded. Unanimously passed and final version was published to KIAA post-meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that on 1/7 the Park Board will vote on two resolutions – 1) request approval of funding to complete a study of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel for SWLRT 2) a letter to the FTA stating that input from the Park Board has not been duly considered (note: the Park Board subsequently voted to approve these motions in the 1/7 meeting). In the board’s materials for discussion is the KIAA Section 106 letter (which is in regard to the adverse effects of construction on historic districts or properties). This letter was approved between KIAA monthly meetings. There was a general discussion regarding upcoming opportunities for neighborhood input, potentially coordinating input with CIDNA and Cedar Lake Park Association, and the reliability of the funding for above mentioned mitigation strategies.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Property Resolution – Kathy Low</h1>\r\nHidden Beach Committee\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike Bono surfaced the discussion of the formation of a KIAA committee to proactively handle concerns for Hidden Beach. The committee chair description was developed by Chair Larry Moran prior to the meeting and was reviewed by the board members present. Angie Erdrich offered to get input on the draft description from Kathy Williams and the Hidden Beach committee she chairs currently.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nKIAA Annual Gathering\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The date of the Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. Preparations are underway and more details are to come. All neighbors are encouraged to join in the annual celebration of our neighborhood, and participate in the election of the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nRain Gardens\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich shared that 20 residents had applied for raingardens. A huge win for the</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>The Rain Garden grant is through Metro Blooms.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Addendum:</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The City of Minneapolis Public Works Department, after consultation with the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board, is working with a contractor to install a temporary diversion of the stormwater system from an outfall pipe in the Lagoon (between Lake of the Isles and Lake Calhoun) to the north shoreline of Lake Calhoun.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWork on the installation begain last week and is expected to be completed by January 16.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Mike Bono at 8:39 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. 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The neighborhood-elected Board of Directors generally meets the 1st Monday of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. These meetings are open to the public. The topics of discussion include:\r\n\r\nA City Council update from Lisa Goodman, our City Council representative\r\n\r\nA Treasurer’s report\r\n\r\nCommittee updates\r\n\r\nOther neighborhood updates/news\r\n\r\nWe invite you to attend our meetings and to become involved in the neighborhood by joining the Board or serving on one of our committees: Communications, Crime and Safety, Events/Special Projects, Light Rail Transit (LRT), Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP), and Zoning.\r\n\r\nWe also invite you to participate in our neighborhood events which include:\r\n\r\nThe City of Lakes Loppet and neighborhood skating party in late January/early February\r\n\r\nOur annual neighborhood meeting in May\r\n\r\nSpecial events in Kenwood Park during the summer\r\n\r\nThe Twin Cities Marathon in early October.\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA Mission Statement</strong> – To build a strong community in the Kenwood-Isles area by providing leadership, information on local matters, and a forum for issues resolution.\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Mascot</strong>, Egret (Why the Egret you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Color</strong>, Red (Why red you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\"><img title=\"egret-red\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"448\" height=\"261\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Message from KIAA Chair</strong> –\r\n\r\nThe KIAA Board continues to work on issues affecting Kenwood residents. These issues include:\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li><strong>Light Rail</strong>. The planned construction of light rail in the neighborhood brings both great opportunity and challenge. Connecting to a growing system will allow residents access to the western suburbs, both downtowns, the northern suburbs, and the airport. We face two challenges with the arrival of light rail: we need to ensure that it moves safely through the neighborhood; we need to work to make sure that is has the least impact on the neighborhood and the environment. To that end, we have neighbors on the various committees that are making decisions on design, station areas, and the mitigation of the overall effect the project will have on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Freight Rail Re-Route</strong>. The approved plan for the light rail construction requires the reroute of the freight line out of the Kenilworth Corridor (because of space constraints). Currently, there is discussion to redesign the project in order to allow both light rail and freight rail to run in the corridor. KIAA Board members are involved in meetings that discuss the issue and are trying to make sure resident concerns are heard.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Parade Road</strong>. Though it is not in Kenwood, the reconstruction of the road in front of Parade Ice Garden affects many residents. We have followed the discussions and have heard presentations from Anita Tabb, our Park Board Representative.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>The Budget</strong>. As we faced last year, budget issues are affecting Kenwood Recreation Center. We are working closely with the management of the center to offer whatever help we can.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\nWe invite your input and involvement in any of these issues. We also are glad to hear from you about any other issue you think is affecting the quality of life in our neighborhood. Join us for our monthly board meeting. Volunteer to be part of the board or work on specific board committees (e.g., LRT, zoning, communications, crime and safety). Visit our new website (<strong><a href=\"../../\">http://kenwoodminneapolis.org</a></strong>) and stay informed on neighborhood events and news.\r\n\r\nThanks and have a great spring!\r\n\r\nKIAA Board Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"listing\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Shawn Smith (Chair)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Larry Moran (Vice Chair) </strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Jack Levi (Secretary)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:jack@levicapital.com\">jack@levicapital.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Matthew Spies (Treasurer)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>matthew.spies@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Michael Bono</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:mbono@brocade.com\">mbono@brocade.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Mark Brown</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:pluim2020@aol.com\">M</a>ark@AcceleratedInnovations.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong><a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><a href=\"mailto:angie_sandeep@yahoo.com\">angie_sandeep@yahoo.c</a>om\r\n\r\n<strong>Carl Goldstein</strong>\r\n\r\ncarl@wordsonfire.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Kyle Leier</strong>\r\n\r\nKyleier@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeremy Nichols</strong>\r\n\r\njsn@umn.edu\r\n\r\n<strong>Will Stensrud</strong>\r\n\r\nwillstensrud@gmail.com\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div><strong>Join a Committee</strong> – The <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> would love to have more neighborhood participation on our standing committees. We need your ideas on how to make the <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> even better and more relevant to everyone in the neighborhood. Any one who lives or owns property in the Kenwood neighborhood is eligible to join. If you are interested in participating, please contact any of the committee members listed:</div>\r\n<table width=\"810\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Communications </strong>(Chair is vacant) –This committee works toward better communication among neighbors, KIAA Board members, and other organizations and entities. It also works to promote the Kenwood neighborhood.Responsibilities include:</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Publishing the semi-annual KIAA newsletter and monthly e-newsletter</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the KIAA web site</li>\r\n	<li>Creating/maintaining the neighborhood welcome kit</li>\r\n	<li>Developing communication materials and methods</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the neighborhood e-mail distribution list</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong> Chair is Mark Johnson – <a href=\"mailto:mjruns26@gmail.com\">mjruns26@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee works to promote safety in the Kenwood neighborhood.Goals include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Keeping the community safe</li>\r\n	<li>Educating residents about safety issues</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating information about crimes in the area in a timely and accurate manner</li>\r\n	<li>Recruiting block leaders</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining a relationship with the Minneapolis Police Dept. and Crime Prevention Specialist</li>\r\n	<li>For more information or to subscribe to the quarterly e-newsletter for our precinct (the 5th) visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>or text SPOTLIGHT to 22828.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Events/Special Projects</strong> Chair is Amy Lucas – <a href=\"mailto:amylucas@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">amymlucas@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee plans neighborhood events and works with the Kenwood Recreation Center staff and other neighborhood associations to co-sponsor events. It also addresses issues of current interest to neighborhood residents and ensures KIAA representation on community task forces.Some of the annual events coordinated by this committee are:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Skating party</li>\r\n	<li>Earth day/community cleanup day</li>\r\n	<li>Neighborhood Annual Meeting</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>LRT</strong> Chair is Jeanette Colby – <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\" target=\"_blank\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\nHennepin County and the Met Council are planning a light rail line (SWLRT) between Eden Prairie and downtown Minneapolis that would run along the Kenilworth Trail through the Kenwood neighborhood. KIAA has taken an active role in advocating for high design standards and mitigation that protect our parks and neighborhood.Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Attending community meetings</li>\r\n	<li>Drafting resolutions</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with the KIAA Board and neighbors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong></strong><strong>NRP </strong>Chair position is vacant\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as liaison with the Minneapolis Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) and with the new Minneapolis Neighborhood &amp; Community Relations (NCR) Department.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Management of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Solicitation of neighborhood projects to be recipients of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Completion of required paperwork</li>\r\n	<li>Development and implementation of our NRP Phase II plan</li>\r\n	<li>Communication with NRP staff and neighborhood activists citywide regarding NRP matters</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and written materials required by new Minneapolis NCR Department</li>\r\n	<li>Frequent updates regarding NRP and Minneapolis NCR/NCEC matters at KIAA Board meetings</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Zoning</strong> Chair is Larry Moran – <a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as the liaison between neighborhood homeowners seeking variances or conditional use permits and the KIAA Board.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Responding to neighbor’s questions regarding neighborhood zoning rules</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating the variance or conditional use permit process to neighbors</li>\r\n	<li>Meeting with neighbors to review any variance or conditional use permit requests</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with Minneapolis zoning and planning officials</li>\r\n	<li>Presenting requests for variances or conditional use permits to the KIAA Board</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"support\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Support Our Neighborhood – </strong>Your membership helps<strong> KIAA</strong> support neighborhood projects and events. Click on the link below to download a PDF of the membership form, then print out the form:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?attachment_id=113\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-113\">KIAA_Membership form (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform.gif\"><img title=\"KIAA Membership Form\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform-150x150.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>July 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 7/10/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center<ins cite=\"mailto:Lucas%20Lucas\" datetime=\"2012-07-16T18:56\"></ins></p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Absent:  Mark Brown.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the  “50% design regarding Peavey Plaza”</li>\r\n	<li>The Penn/Oliver reconstruction project continues; the Penn Ave S setback has been approved. You can go to the Penn Oliver website for more information. Hard finish will be before 8/25/17, before school starts</li>\r\n	<li>The home on 2431 W22nd St is a potential teardown: No news yet regarding this property</li>\r\n	<li>Aug 1, 2017 is National Night Out: Permit application is by July 18<sup>th</sup> to avoid $100 fee.</li>\r\n	<li>Kmart on Lake St: The City is thinking about alternative locations for KMart. The City owns the land and building and the lease expires in 2050. Kmart’s demands are currently not acceptable to the City, so there is a deadlock for now on negotiations.</li>\r\n	<li>Regarding the 35W reconstruction: Starting in August, Interstate 35W will be under construction between I-94 in downtown Minneapolis and 46th Street. Bridges across 35W will be repaired or reconstructed.</li>\r\n	<li>The Pirate Mermaid event is on July 15 1-3pm. Need help with pirate booty and lemonade; Jeanette has offered to help.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a photo area for families to take pictures</li>\r\n	<li>Has KIAA done a neighborhood walking tour? Amanda thinks it would be a good idea. She will propose something.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake event – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The family event that took place in June resulted in commotion at the beach. The police presence diminished after that.  Then, another day following this commotion, there was a fight at the beach, followed by confrontation between the beachgoers and the police.  Following these events, KIAA met with the police; Matt sent a memo to the KIAA Board regarding this meeting with the police 2 weeks ago.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding encampments at Hidden Beach (as well as around South Minneapolis).</li>\r\n	<li>Ron wants to go over photos for ideas regarding paths for walking around the Hidden Beach area, as well as other parts of Cedar Lake. KIAA would like to hear his ideas and then form a committee to steer ideas into reality.</li>\r\n	<li>South Cedar Beach will be re-designed as a result of a private donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>John Peterson</strong>\r\n\r\nThis organization makes saunas available by bringing the sauna to the public. It is a mobile sauna 20X8 ft. John was referred to the park board to obtain a permit.\r\n\r\nThe company is now a coop and they are trying to expand. They currently have 141 members.\r\n\r\nJohn would like to do an event in August 2017 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nJeanette raised the issue that beach goers should be invited to make reservations, not just Kenwood residents. In general, the KIAA board that this would support the KIAA objective for positive programming at the beach.\r\n\r\nThe Motion for sauna operation at Hidden Beach by Will was approved by all.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\nMatt gave a KIAA financial report covering current account balances and monthly financial activity.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>2017 Neighborhood Priority Plan– Mike Bono</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe following was approved by the KIAA Board today:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) is participating in the Community Participation Program (CPP) for Minneapolis neighborhood organizations. CPP is a city program designed to give residents and property owners the power to improve or maintain their own neighborhoods and direct city resources to fit their needs.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe goal of Neighborhood Priority Plans is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners. Neighborhood Priority Plans must be developed and adopted through a thorough neighborhood participation process. The plan identifies preliminary neighborhood priorities (as identified by the neighborhood) and potential partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the result of the neighborhood survey, KIAA proposes to use its Community Participation Program funds allocated to the Neighborhood Priority Plan as listed below:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n1) Support community outreach and consulting services related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n2) Provide funding for landscaping around Lake of the Isles and for spreading awareness about preserving Cedar Lake Park.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n3) Provide funding for increased crime prevention and safety activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n4) Support the Kenwood Recreation Center, Kenwood School, and local businesses with funding for programming activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n5) Continue to fund a resource to assist KIAA with its communication efforts.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSpecifically, the proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan would include but no be limited to:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Supporting cooperative efforts with surrounding neighborhoods and organizations to minimize negative impacts on the Kenilworth trail as a result of the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Provide funding to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Continuing annual support of additional police patrols at East Cedar Lake Beach and other crime prevention activities such as increased police patrols in the alleys.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Contracting for part-time help to continue the monthly e-newsletter, and other communication efforts including developments regarding LRT.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Providing funding for educational programming and social activities with Kenwood School</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on September 11, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a>June Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met June 5<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</strong></p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1>Highlights from the KIAA Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Annual Gathering was held on Monday May 8<sup>th</sup> (rain date)</li>\r\n	<li>Total attendees were approximately 100.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2017-2018 board was elected, including 3 new board members (Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein).  Josine Peters stepped down, and we thank her for her service.</li>\r\n	<li>Speakers included Louise Erdrich regarding the renovation of the former Stephen Dean’s Tailors space, and Deb Pilger from MPRB regarding goats at Hidden Beach.  MetroBlooms and Hennepin County Recycling set up information tables.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction utility and roadwork is beginning.  The work will be completed by early fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Lunch with Lisa Field Trip will happen June 21<sup>st</sup> at 11:45AM.  You can choose from an Arts Tour of the Sculpture Garden, or a Hard Hat Tour of The Target Center Renovation.  Please contact Lisa’s office, as space is limited.  The next Lunch with Lisa is in September and will cover the Peavey Plaza renovation.</li>\r\n	<li>The City will not be able to ban plastic bags from grocery stores as originally planned (due to state legislative pre-emption).  The City is exploring other options and strategies to reduce the use of plastic bags.</li>\r\n	<li>Household hazardous waste events are occurring in June, July, and August.  The city will recover or recycle paint, solvents, etc. for free.  The next two are June 23-24 at the Public Works Facility (3607 E 44<sup>th</sup> St), and July 28-29 at Jenny Lind Elementary (5025 Bryant Ave N)</li>\r\n	<li>There was an open discussion on plastic bags, organic composting, downtown crime</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Election of Officers - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board elected officers for the 2017-2018 season, and welcomed three new directors.  The new KIAA board was unanimously approved by vote; Chair:  Shawn Smith.  Vice-Chair:  Larry Moran.  Treasurer:  Matt Spies.  Secretary:  Jack Levi.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nConflict of Interest Policy - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Board approved the KIAA Conflict of Interest Policy by email voting on April 26<sup>th</sup>, 2017.</li>\r\n	<li>Each board member signed the policy which is designed to 1) protect public trust in the integrity of the KIAA-decision making process and 2) to establish the procedures applicable to the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest in the context of transactions or arrangements entered into by KIAA where a member may have a financial interest in or fiduciary responsibility towards an entity with which KIAA is negotiating a transaction or arrangement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that donations in 2017 were down more than 50% vs. 2016.  This needs to be a focus for the upcoming fiscal year.  Jeanette made a motion to approve reimbursements as noted on financial detail.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Oriole Feeding Installations/Prairie Restoration Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie requested reimbursement for $192 to support the installation of the Oriole Feeding Station, to plant new plants in the prairie restoration area and food for the orioles.  The plants are consistent with the strategy as they are part of the natural environment for the prairie and orioles.  The funding was already approved at the April meeting and is under budget so was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Programming– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown and Will Stensruud planned the June 10<sup>th</sup> Family Beach Opener.  Artrageous is hosting activities for kids.  Jeanette moved to approve $300 for food and refreshments and not more than $500.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Summer Solstice Celebration on Wednesday, June 21<sup>st</sup>.  Artrageous is hosting the solstice party and it will be shared via social media.</li>\r\n	<li>Yoga is free to the public (hosted by KIAA) is held every Thursday at 7PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Open water swims start Monday June 19<sup>th</sup>.  Participants must sign up with the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Jim Gilroy Bench Dedication – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA last year lost a beloved board member, Jim Gilroy.  Thanks to the generosity of Kenwood residents, Jim’s friends and family, a bench was purchased in his memory on the Lake of the Isles Walking Path, across from Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church.  On Sunday, June 25<sup>th</sup> (1-5PM) there will be a dedication picnic.  All are welcome to attend to celebrate his life.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Park Board Update – Mark Holtey\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Rec Center will receive a Little Library this month.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Minnesota Zoomobile Presentation Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> at the Kenwood Park Picnic area from 1-1:45PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Movies in the Park at Kenwood Part resumes Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> 15 minutes after dusk.  This month’s showing will be <em>Hidden Figures</em>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on Monday, July 10th, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met April 3<sup>rd</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</strong></p>\r\n<strong> <img title=\"More...\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-includes/js/tinymce/plugins/wordpress/img/trans.gif\" alt=\"\" />Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown, Angie Erdrich, and Matt Spies.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick.</strong>\r\n<h1><strong><em> </em></strong></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction is scheduled to begin within a couple of months. The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting reviewing the project on April 25<sup>th</sup> at 6:30 at the Kenwood Rec Center.  There will be a separate public meeting on the assessment, tentatively scheduled for May 9<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>The April 26<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will host representatives from the Park Board and Walker Sculpture Garden.  They will discuss public art and sculpture, including updates on the Walker.  Please call Lisa’s office to order a lunch in advance ($10).</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping begins April 11. <a href=\"http://www.minneapolis.gov/streetsweeping\">www.minneapolismn.gov/publicworks/streetsweeping</a>.  Please be sure to follow parking restrictions to avoid a ticket.  Yard waste bundles will also be picked up at the same time – place it with recycling for pickup.  Do not sweep into the street as it is damaging to the environment.</li>\r\n	<li>As Backyard Fire season begins, please observe City Rules:  Permitted only 9AM to 10PM, burn only untreated fire wood (no trash), fire must be 25 feet from a structure and in a fire ring.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>I-35W will be under rehabilitation starting Summer 2017-Fall 2021, between 43<sup>rd</sup> St S and 15<sup>th</sup> St.  Please see <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies (Pre-Report)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt pre-reported less than $2500 in expenditures for the month, which included payments for the Hill and Lake Press Annual Sponsorship, down payments for the annual gathering, and board liability insurance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>2552 W Lake of the Isles Variance – Ryan Smith, Tyler Hillger</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Construction on the vacant lot at 2552 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway will require two variances to build as designed:  1) Front Yard Setback.  Due to the curve of the street, the setback rule would place the house in violation.  The variance would allow the setback variance to be consistent with the adjacent homes.  As designed, the front of the home will be behind the front of the original home down in 2004.  2) Terrace Square Footage Maximum.  The planned terrace would be allowable if variance 1 is approved.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA did not make a motion on the variance and requested that the board be kept informed and adjacent neighbors directly engaged by the homeowner.</li>\r\n	<li>If approved by the city, construction would begin late summer 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP and Priority Plan</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to approve the 2016 KIAA CPP Annual Report, which will be submitted to the city.</li>\r\n	<li>Mike presented a Financial Interest and Fiduciary Responsibility conflict of interest policy, now required by Minneapolis, to preserve public trust in the integrity of KIAA decision-making process.  The policy, once signed, will also be posted to the KIAA website.  The policy will be voted on between meetings to allow board members time to review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Will reviewed the proposed budget for the summer of 2017 at $5450, to support programming: Yoga, Log Rolling, June 10 Summer Kickoff Party, BeArtrageous, and a Music Series.  Motions were made to fund June 10<sup>th</sup> Summer Kickoff ($1300), Yoga ($600 for 10 sessions), the June 21<sup>st</sup> Solstice Party ($150), July 15<sup>th</sup> Pirates and Mermaids ($500).  Approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         An additional expenditure of $2000 was proposed to buy a generator to fill a bounce house for weekly events.  Due to liability concerns, the subcommittee was asked to go back and research further prior to a vote on the funding.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering May 1<sup>st</sup> – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Gathering is 6-7:30 at Kenwood Corner</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA board members are requested to sign up for tasks.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.  Current board members were requested to announce their intent to run prior to the next meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project Updates – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn provides updates on this standing topic, the #1 priority for the board per the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey.</li>\r\n	<li>County Transit Improvement Board did not vote unanimously from disbanding, with Dakota County voting against without a larger payout, and Hennepin County against because commissioners knew that CTIB would not disband.  It remains to be seen whether a county sales tax can be implemented to fund the missing state share of $135M</li>\r\n	<li>SWLRT and Bottineau line are not approved for funding in the new proposed federal budget.  84 State legislators signed a letter to Transportation Secretary Chao further requesting that funding be withheld because it did not have legislative support.</li>\r\n	<li>Files are advancing at the state level to remove/increase railroad liability for co-location, block any future light rail transit without state approval, and implement terms and elections to Met Council officials.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is the Annual Gathering on Monday, May 1st, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 6<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mark Brown, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n<h1> The Agenda Was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting held during the month of April, an announcement will be sent out on Next Door.  There will be a public hearing in May regarding the assessment.</li>\r\n	<li>The March 29<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will be an update on Peavey Plaza renovations.</li>\r\n	<li>Unspent and frozen NRP money will be returned to neighborhoods.  Kenwood received $1000 back.  The amount received by Kenwood for NRP was mostly spent in support of our neighborhood priorities.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA donated $750 to support the Kenwood School auction.</li>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the importance of managing the budget on a three-year cycle, tied to the funding cycle from the city.  Also discussed was ensuring that the budget would address reimbursable expenditures vs non-reimbursable expenditures that depend on neighbor contributions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt submitted a proposal to define objectives for the 2017 season, focusing on the implementation of 3 recurring activities such as puppet shows, yoga, log rolling, etc.  Additionally, how to engage the Park Board to implement improvements to the beach prior to SWLRT operations.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to take the lead on planning the programming.  Options will be discussed for future seasons to fund an intern to manage the programming and community outreach.  For 2017, a subcommittee will be formed to develop the action plan and report to the board at the April meeting.  Larry noted that it is important to share the plan at the annual neighborhood gathering on May 1<sup>st</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The gathering is May 1<sup>st</sup>.  Angie put together a to-do and sign up list for tasks that need to be completed to have a successful event.  The biggest issue to finalize is food.  KIAA is exploring different options that can reduce cost.  An option is to identify any neighborhood caterers or restaurant owners to support the event with food.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January Citizens Advisory Council meeting.   The Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District voted unanimously to permit SWLRT for construction through the waters that it manages.  Cedar Lake and the Kenilworth Channel drain into the creek and the Mississippi River, which MCWD manages.</li>\r\n	<li>On March 8<sup>th</sup>, County Transit Improvement Board voted to disband, clearing the way for Hennepin County to implement a 50 cent sales tax to fund SWLRT state share and ongoing operational costs.  However, because Dakota County voted against disbanding, there will be a process to follow where either CTIB will have one county member, or increasing the buyout to the county to gain their vote.</li>\r\n	<li>Full federal funding grant of $900M, if awarded, will happen by the end of June.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates:  Please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 3<sup>rd</sup>, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 6th, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Mark Brown, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Police Chief Ohotto, and 4 other residents.\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\nCity Council Update – Lisa Goodman\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner and contribute 7% of the total budget of $1M.  There will be a large neighborhood meeting held in advance to share details.  Work will be completed prior to fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The February 22<sup>nd</sup> Lunch with Lisa topic is Emergency Preparedness, including natural disasters and pandemic readiness.  Please contact her office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Ward 7 has been prioritized for the City’s Tree Planting Program.  Residents can get information and order trees March 6-12 at <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.  There will be a lottery, and those selected will be notified by March 22.  Trees will have a nominal cost to residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette provided an update on the parking situation in Downtown Kenwood.  She reported that the business owners did not support a KIAA proposed solution to add restrict parking to one side of 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Another possible solution is to clarify the parking signs on Penn Avenue in front of Kenwood School.  One resident from Oliver Ave expressed his concerns on the adverse effect he is experiencing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA dedicated $5000 for police overtime (80 hours of patrols).  2016 had the second lowest number of police reports since the lowest year (2008).</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The Chief continues to recommend a balance of extra patrols with the positive programming that has happened in the last 2 years.  Neighborhood involvement/usage of the beach is also important, vs. solely relying on police patrols.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Jeanette moved to spend $5000 for 2017 continued additional policing, pending the securing of city funding via the Neighborhood Priority Plan contract.  Mike will inform the board once city funding is confirmed.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The party was rescheduled for February 12<sup>th</sup> due to poor ice conditions.  KIAA will still contribute cookies towards the event.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Residents donated $747 last month, most in response to the annual newsletter.  KIAA also received some city reimbursements, totaling $2500.  KIAA appreciates the local funding of the neighborhood residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jean Deatrich has helped Matt mail thank you letters in response to all donations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Letter of Concern over 3020 Kenwood Parkway – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Calhoun-Isles Association is opposing the construction of a Residential High Rise on the Northeast Corner of Lake Calhoun that would possibly violate the Shoreland Overlay District and would certainly be in opposition to local ordinance.  The building would be 59 feet tall and out of character with the surrounding neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed a letter stating KIAA’s position that developers need to respect the overlay district not only for this project/lake but for future projects and other lakes.  This position supports the KIAA Neighborhood Priority of protecting the environment, lakes, and waterways.  The Overlay height restriction exists to protect the lake edge from out of scale development, shading, and wind concentration and a negative human caused impact on the environment.  Larry moved to send the letter, approved unanimously.  A response was received from CM Lisa Bender that it does not violate the Overlay Disctrict but does violate local zoning.  Jeanette is working with the city and C-I Association to clarify.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The annual gathering and board elections are May 1.  Any residents that would like to run for a board position are encouraged to contact KIAA; ssmith288@me.com.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         To reduce costs, new food alternatives will be considered for the annual gathering.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood School Request – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The School requested $750 in funding to be a sponsor of the Kenwood School Auction and Fundraiser.  KIAA supported this request in 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA view is that the funding supports the Neighborhood Priority of supporting robust programming and education our Kenwood School, which not only serves Kenwood children but children from other parts of the city.  Shawn moved to support the funding, unanimously approved.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January CAC meeting.   The Southwest Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that at the State Legislature GOP leadership is challenging that the Met Council will rely on the state to pay 50% of ongoing operating costs for light rail and transit but the state has no voice in which or how many projects are built.  That would mean that there is no elected voice in the regional transit plan and required state funding.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District is meeting on February 23<sup>rd</sup> to vote whether to approve permits for SWLRT construction and operation in areas that MCWD manages.  The MCWD is responsible for maintaining the water quality for the Watershed, which includes the Chain of Lakes.  The public comment period closed February 2<sup>nd,</sup> and many testified concerns about conflicts of interest with MCWD managers.  Most managers were appointed by Hennepin County Commissioners, that support the project.</li>\r\n	<li>As only 3 Kenwood properties are identified to have severe averse impacts, KIAA will consider funding an independent study of vibration and noise similar to one conducted at the Minneapolis/St Louis Park border.  The study would evaluate the Kenilworth Corridor north of the Kenilworth Channel.  Jeanette will contact the engineers to find out if there would be any benefit and what the cost would be.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will kick off the planning for ECLB programming for 2017.  He will solicit resident ideas.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJanuary 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 9th, 2017 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Will Stensrud, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Directors Absent:  Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mike Bono, Treasurer Matt Spies.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Snow Emergencies are communicated via Facebook, Instragram, Email/text alerts, City of Minneapolis Mobile App.  All residents are encouraged to sign up for alerts to be aware of when Snow Emergencies are declared.</li>\r\n	<li>Road Sand is available from the City Public Works Sites, to be placed in a barrel in areas that are needed.  Please contact Lisa’s office to request a barrel of sand.</li>\r\n	<li>Christmas Trees are recycled by the city.  Please put your trees at your regular pickup site.  Old Christmas lights can also be recycled; go to <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is January 25<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall.  The topic is Public Art, including a sneak preview of the Nicollet Mall art.  Lisa is always interested in constituents’ ideas for topics.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette brought to Lisa’s attention NRP survey results to get her perspective on what is within the city’s ability to address.  Many issues raised in the survey, including noise and excessive speed are regulated and difficult to enforce.  Any public works issues such as alley defects should be directed to Lisa’s office.  Jeanette will follow up with Lisa to address the continuing parking and alley access problem by Downtown Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Warming House – Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy shared that a volunteer group with representatives from from CIDNA, Lowry Hill and East Isles, the Minneapolis Parks Foundation, MPRB staff and local architects are considering that the warming house should be replaced, in part based on age (18 years old). The cost to bring the structure in and out by crane is increasing to $20K per year; a new structure designed to be more easily transported could make moving it less expensive. The idea being discussed is to change the structure into one that can be used all year, across different sites, for different purposes. There will be a design competition and funds raised. KIAA supports the idea of replacement but there was a discussion as to whether it\'s appropriate for KIAA to contribute neighborhood funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Treasurer Report – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Several contributions were received in January ($398) as a result of the Fall Newsletter.  KIAA appreciates the support and Matt will work with Jean to send acknowledgement letters to the donors.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie will provide via cookies for the party funded by KIAA.  The party is January 22<sup>nd</sup> from 1-3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Application – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will help manage the process for Rain garden applications and awarding grants from MetroBlooms.  This year is the third year of this partnership, and this year there will be no cost to KIAA.  KIAA will make an in-kind donation of time and resources to promote the initiative.  More information will be provided by the end of January.  Rain gardens support our NRP initiative of protecting the lakes and environment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Cedar Lake Orioles Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie is leading engagement with Kenwood School to reinstall Oriole feeding stations this spring.  Last year, orioles were abundant and several classes visited Cedar Lake Park to see them, accompanied by teachers and neighborhood volunteers.  This initiative is important because it drives more family and educational opportunities at Cedar Lake.  Angie requested $200 for laminated signs and feeding station supplies (food).  Jeanette moved to approve, unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering Planning Kickoff – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The annual gathering will be May 1<sup>st</sup> in downtown Kenwood, which includes food and election of KIAA officers.  In order to keep costs in check, other food options will be explored.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Communication Committee – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Will, Mark, and Jeanette will work with Jean regarding a communication committee and communication plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that CTIB is likely in the process of self-dissolving so that Hennepin County can raise the transit sales tax to .5%, to fund the missing $140M state share of funding.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion whether to contact the FTA regarding Met Council compliance to 2012 Certification Requirements for Federal Funding, and without a vote KIAA determined not to take any action.</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is contacting three LRT- adjacent property owners to discuss construction.  These are the only houses at 21<sup>st</sup> St that the Met Council deems to be impacted by LRT operations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The top 5 priorities from the survey were identified – SWLRT, Lakes/Parks/Environment, Kenwood Rec Center events, Hidden Beach Safety, and Kenwood School.  Jeanette wrote a summary report to share with anyone interested.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Calhoun Association is asking KIAA to support opposition to a 54 foot tall residential building to be built adjacent to Tin Fish on Lake Calhoun (replacing 3 existing homes).  The proposed structure would be within the Shoreland Overlay District which has a height restriction of 36 feet.  As an action taken between meetings, the proposal will be reviewed and voted on whether to support or not support the opposition.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board Police Chief Ohotto will be invited to attend the KIAA February Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>December 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 5th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis finalizes its 2017 budget on December 7th.  On November 30<sup>th</sup>, there was a public hearing; 45 people provided testimony on the mayor’s proposed budget. There was a significant organized effort to reduce proposed police budgeting in favor of more community based non-profit policing.  The mayor had proposed adding 15 additional sworn officers as 2016 had the lowest number of officers this decade, 100 less than 2009.  Neighborhoods Organizing for Change challenged that increase.  (Addendum Post KIAA Meeting:  December 7<sup>th</sup> saw a similar number of testimonials and content, and the budget was adopted with the 15 additional officers.)</li>\r\n	<li>The budget also proposes a new position of Small Business Navigator.  This position would assist small businesses in navigating the Minneapolis city laws and regulations.  Lisa supports up to 4 positions in order to help small business navigate the city’s complex licensing and codes.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa emphasized that the Final Truth in Taxation notices that were mailed in November did not include the voter approved school special taxation levy.  Therefore, property taxes are understated by approximately 10%.  Revised Final Notices will not be mailed.  (Note to residents:  look at your 2016 School District Voter Approved Levy to see approximately how much your 2017 taxes are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Car2Go is ending operations in Minneapolis because of two business conditions that created an inability for the company to be profitable.  1)  The city mandated that Car2Go distribute cars equitably throughout the city; however, because some neighborhoods had higher origination/destination usage than others, the company incurred high costs to redistribute cars, and some cars sat idle in lower-used neighborhoods.  Publicly, Car2Go cited that they were taxed/licensed at a car rental rate, which is higher than that of taxis and other ride-share services.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January after December 12ths Later with Lisa.  Lisa is interested in constituent input for topics for her schedule of 2017 lunches.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Board Member – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette introduced Will Stensrud, who with his family purchased a home in Kenwood one year ago.  Will asked to join the board to become more involved in the issues that shape Kenwood.  Jeanette motioned to approve his addition, and it was approved unanimously.  Welcome Will!</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>November was a busy month for SWLRT.  The FTA accepted testimony regarding Metropolitan Council accountability and adherence to process to determine certification for federal dollars for the next 4 years.  Many Kenwood residents sent testimony, including the LRT Done Right group.  Testimonials were published in last month’s Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn stated that there are two key next steps where KIAA will engage in SWLRT:  1) Follow up with the FTA to find out about how the neighborhoods testimony will be used, and will the findings be made available to the public, and 2) SWRLT construction and mitigation is the top issue surfaced in the annual NRP survey, and KIAA will continue to keep SWLRT as a standing KIAA meeting topic, and publish updates in the Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>LRT Done Right organization is engaging and meeting with key elected officials in the coming month to gain information and understanding of positions heading into the 2017 State Legislative Session.  Officials at the state, county, city, and park board will be met with.  KIAA’s position against residential development on the Kenilworth Trail/SWLRT line will be communicated.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reviewed the monthly balance sheet for KIAA as well as the expenditures and revenues for the month.  There was minimal activity during the month: payments made to Jean Deatrick and Post net for the Fall Newsletter, as well as a small payment to reimburse Pop Up Playground expense at “Hidden Beach,” and one donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA has submitted its Community Participation Program application for the upcoming three-year funding cycle by the City of Minneapolis, worth $25K annually to Kenwood.  KIAA is in the process of canvassing the neighborhood to determine the specific priorities to include in the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of NPP is to identify major initiatives for neighborhood organizations, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>The results of the Neighborhood Priorities survey were reviewed.  Top issues identified were SWLRT mitigation, protecting the lakes, East Cedar Lake Beach safety, supporting Kenwood Community Center activities/Common gathering place, more street lighting.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette noted that only 60 responses were received.  The link to the survey was put in the KIAA Fall Newsletter, Nextdoor, and Hill and Lakes Press.  Jean Deatrick will email out a link to her neighborhood email list and extend the deadline to December 18<sup>th</sup> to capture more feedback to feed the Top 5 Priorities.  There will also be future discussion on how to address other priorities received in written comments.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Lake of the Isles Warming House will be replaced.  The Park Board is considering a mobile structure that can be used all year.  Neighborhood Associations are being approached to provide funding.  There was discussion as to whether or not neighborhood funds should be used towards this project in light of the “Close the Gap” funding recently allocated to the Park Board, totaling $11M annually and funded by property tax increases.</li>\r\n	<li>Action taken between meetings:  The board approved up to $200 to place a sign in Downtown Kenwood to help address the continued concerns over parking issues.  It will direct patrons towards alternative parking locations and try to keep alley access clear.  Exact wording and structure is under discussion.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:27 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 9th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met November 7th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in November due to Thanksgiving.  On Monday December 12<sup>th</sup> at 4:30pm will be Later with Lisa, her annual holiday party.  It will be held at the Normandy Inn.  Cash bar, parking is free.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping is completed as of November 15th, as is yard waste pickup, for the season.  The city does not sweep alleys, leaf removal there is the responsibility of the home owner.</li>\r\n	<li>The house at 1204 Kenwood Parkway is under historic review.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction is on track to be complete by December.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa shared the Mayor’s 2017 Proposed Budget.  The board reviewed the budget and gleaned that the proposed levy increase is driven primarily by 1) 59 new positions in the city, 2) Park Board/City agreement on 20 Year Plan, 3) additional spending on social programs and grants to Non-Profit organizations.  The Truth in Taxation Hearing is November 30<sup>th</sup> at City Hall, and the budget will be adopted on December 7<sup>th</sup>.  Public testimony will be heard at both.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Monthly expenditures were for the Gilroy Memorial Bench and the Thrill Kenwood, offset by city funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody is the Citizen Advisory Committee representative to the Metropolitan Council and the CAC met last month.  Jody shared updates on SWLRT that were learned in the meeting.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>LRT trains normally sound a horn coming out of a tunnel, but it will not sound when emerging from the tunnel in the Kenilworth Corridor.  There are also bells on each train that sound at road crossings, but at 21<sup>st</sup> St these will not sound and there will be a stationary bell.  This will allow for less variance in the sound impact and more reliable noise mitigation.</li>\r\n	<li>Revenue service is estimated to begin in 2021.  Construction is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Construction will begin in Fall 2017 to move the freight lines in the Kenilworth Corridor; there will be five phases of construction in our neighborhood and it is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Met Council representatives will be going door to door to record structural conditions of homes in order to establish a baseline for potential damage as a result of construction.  Addresses/scheduling to be announced in December.  It is not determined how repairs will be handled that are a result of construction.</li>\r\n	<li>The CAC November meeting was cancelled.  At future meetings Jody will continue to press for information and we will share in this space.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended the FTA review of the Metropolitan Council’s certification on November 2<sup>nd</sup>.  The FTA certifies the Met Council every four years as a process to approve the Council to continue to receive federal funds.  Shawn shared that 5 speakers used SWLRT as an example where the Met Council did not consistently deliver against the objectives that the FTA measures against.  The public has until November 30<sup>th</sup> to provide testimony; if interested, please contact Shawn at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Applications</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sign Ups are now being taken for 2017 Good Steward Raingardens.  Raingardens on your property help reduce pollution in our lakes.  MetroBlooms and KIAA are teaming up to install reduced-cost raingardens for 15 Kenwood homeowners.  Cost is reduced through a Good Steward Grant (cost to homeowners will be approximately $350 for a $2,000 raingarden).  Email Laura Scholl to get on the list:  <a href=\"mailto:laura@metroblooms.org\">laura@metroblooms.org</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be applying for the next three-year cycle of funding by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program for $25K annually.  KIAA will submit its Community Participation Program application that will include the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of the Neighborhood Priority Plan is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the CPP application be approved, Mark seconded, unanimously passed.</li>\r\n	<li>A survey to solicit neighborhood input for the priority plan will be sent this month to ensure that monies are directed in the direction of projects that are valued by residents.  Here is the link: <a href=\"https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp\">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp</a>  (If link doesn’t work, type in your browser)</li>\r\n	<li>This season was one of the lowest in terms of police incidents in recent history.  The full end of season report will be published in the KIAA Fall Newletter, being mailed this month.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach end of season report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is receiving neighborhood impact letters from the Restorative Justice program from citations at East Cedar Lake Beach.  Fines can be waived if the cited writes a letter of atonement.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended October’s Lunch with Lisa.  The topic was the 20 Year Park Plan and it was covered in detail by Superintendent Jayne Miller and Board President Anita Tabb.  The Kenwood Park will not receive any funding from the 20 Year Park Plan as it is not a high priority park as determined by the Park and Rec Board.  Examples of criteria on how prioritization were assessed are Areas of Racially Concentrated Poverty, Populations of Color, Population Density, Youth Population, Asset Lifespan, and Neighborhood Density.  Kenwood Park will still receive its funding as part of the regular budgeting process.  Shawn learned that The Park Board will have approximately $11M of annual incremental funding via the city and park board levy.  Shawn also learned that if Minneapolis were to implement a $15 minimum wage, it would increase payroll for the Park Board by approximately $2.2M annually.  It was not clear how the Park Board would adjust the plan or mitigate the impact of that wage increase without affecting the 20 Year Plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:34 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 3rd, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood and Community Relations Department – Jack Whitehurst</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mr. Whitehurst represented the city for the annual board survey which the city is conducting.  The purpose of the survey is to gain demographic information on the makeup of city boards.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA encourages all residents of the neighborhood who would like to serve on the board regardless of demographic background.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion on Neighborhood Action Plan money status.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt presented an update on in/outflow of cash for the fiscal year, as well as a spending/income forecast through 2019.  Matt will present a financial report at each KIAA monthly meeting going forward.  This will allow for accurate planning on an annual basis going forward so expenditures can be prioritized.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be sending a survey to gain feedback on resident’s priorities to be addressed in the Neighborhood Priority Plan, which needs to be filed in November.  The survey was edited and approved to be sent.</li>\r\n	<li>The new warming house for Lake of the Isles winter skating area is still under consideration by the Minneapolis Park Board.  The new warming house is in concept stage.  Neighborhood associations may be approached to support it financially.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda Vallone from BeArtrageous is planning Thrill Kenwood, a successful Halloween party that has been held in the years past.  The board approved repeating a $750 contribution towards the event.</li>\r\n	<li>The Jim Gilroy memorial bench (former board member, deceased) has been installed and all who donated are appreciated.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA Fall newsletter is in process to be published by November.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA was informed by a MPRB tree inspector who visited the Rec Center corner that 7 diseased crab apple and trees will be removed. They will be replaced in Spring 2017 with 3 North Star Cherry trees and 4 Mont Royal plum trees, which are disease resistant with useful fruit for the public to eat.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nSeptember 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met September 12th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Dee Montgomery (Heritage Coalition).\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn moved for approval of the agenda, with the addition of Dee Montgomery’s topic, and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be September 28<sup>th</sup> at Opus Hall.  The topic is still being determined.  Lisa is always open to suggestions for topics for Lunch with Lisa, please contact her office with ideas.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale construction is still on schedule to be finished this fall.  Hennepin northbound will be open in the coming weeks.</li>\r\n	<li>The local government channels are changing as follows:  Comcast HD will be 799, and Standard Definition will be 14.  Century Link HD will be 8501, and standard definition will be 8001, Multilingual HD will be 8502, and standard definition multilingual will be 8002.</li>\r\n	<li>November 8<sup>th</sup> election early voting starts September 23<sup>rd</sup>.  There are 4 early voting locations in Minneapolis, please see the city website for more details.  Shawn Smith stated that the voting period was starting very early considering the first Presidential Debate is not until September 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Historic Marker Restoration Project – Dee Montgomery</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The centennial marker commemorating the establishment of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation will be restored.  The original boundary of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation included areas of Kenwood, and the marker that is being replaced is located on the southeast edge of Lake of the Isles.  The Heritage Commission has its own funds; tax dollars will not be used.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board advised Dee to consult with Native Americans to ensure that any concerns regarding the history and commemoration of Fort Snelling were heard.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is pushing for clarification and information with the warning bell and mitigation strategy at the 21<sup>st</sup> St crossing.  KIAA has requested involvement from Commissioner Marion Greene and expressed the need for her support on this issue with the Southwest Project Office.  There are concerns over the volume of the proposed wayside bell.</li>\r\n	<li>The Section 106 process is continuing now that the Memorandum of Understanding is executed.  This pertains to mitigation strategies for Grand Rounds eg landscaping, retaining walls, shoreline treatments, etc.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking continues to be an issue where patrons are parking too close to the alley, blocking driveways, too close to stop signs, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to explore signing solutions – parking is allowed at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Increasing neighborhood programming at the beach remains a KIAA focus.  It is part of the overall strategy to reduce crime and improve public safety.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that 35 kids came to the Play Space “pop up playground” and the strategy was successful.  The board approved a $25 increase to the funding to cover extra expenses.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reiterated the need to work on the Priority Plan Strategy, which will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.  Mike Bono, Matt, and Mark Brown will work on the subcommittee.  The CPP application is due November 10.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2016 Minneapolis Housing Resource Guide is published.  This is a resource for associations and homeowners.  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/\">www.minneapolismn.gov</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>A motion was approved to reimburse Deb Gilroy for $100 for the expenses related to placing a bench for former board member Jim Gilroy.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>By Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met July 11th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Chief Jason Ohotto and two of his officers, Jean Deatrick, and three neighbors.\r\n\r\n<strong>Opening Activities</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>No lunch with Lisa in July or August.  Please be sure to sign up for Lisa’s email list to get updates on construction, traffic, and event updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues.  The Hennepin/Vineland intersection will have major work done in July/August.  The overall project is on schedule for completion by November.</li>\r\n	<li>The variance at 2000 W 21<sup>st</sup> St was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting is open for the 2016 primary.  Election judges are needed this year.  Please call Lisa’s office to sign up to be a judge.  A mix of party affiliations is needed.</li>\r\n	<li>National Night out is August 2<sup>nd</sup>.  After July 19<sup>th</sup>, there is a fee to block off the street.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette expressed KIAA’s appreciation for the quality of the City of Minneapolis’s response to the FEIS, documenting the history and the issues within the project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Chief Jason Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Police reports written on park property at the beach declined from 48 to 31.  This is the second summer where there was a significant reduction in reports.  Chief Ohotto attributed the success to the positive programming and activities at the beach, as well as the increased park police patrols, some funded by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto recommended that neighbors that want to support safety efforts should call in issues to 911, and provide detailed, specific information, name and callback number.  Err on the side of calling 911 vs not calling when you see a negative impact to public safety.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown reported that the June 20<sup>th</sup> potluck at the beach was a great success with strong turnout.  The kids activities (face painting, spray chalk, cookies) were popular.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented ideas for longer term strategies, including boat racks, playground equipment.  Park and Rec Board financial support and fundraising will be needed.  A Community Action Committee will be formed.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt proposed an August Pop Up Adventure Playground as a new activity to pilot.  A motion passed to fund this event with up to $800 of NRP funds.  Engagement with the Kenwood School and neighboring association were identified as opportunities to increase participation.  Jeanette recognized Angie for getting the Kenwood School engaged in using the beach for educational opportunities.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed the idea of hosting a food or beverage cart at the beach on behalf of the neighborhood.  A motion passed for up to $200 to be spent from NRP funds for a KIAA/ECLB Patron Appreciation Day.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported on the June 13<sup>th</sup> FEIS public presentation by the Southwest Project Office.  Approximately 20 neighbors attended from Kenwood, CIDNA, and Loring Park.  On a positive note, the presentation summarized the 17,000 page FEIS effectively.  Unfortunately it was not tailored to the concerns of the Minneapolis segment of the corridor.  There continues to be a high level of concern over the ability of the tunnel to be built near Calhoun Shores Townhomes and the Kenilworth “pinch point.”</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the June 28<sup>th</sup> CAC meeting was cancelled, a consistent issue with many of the other CAC meetings which have also been cancelled in the past couple of years.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette communicated with the general manager of the Kenwood Restaurant to ask that employees park on Penn Avenue, and to help address the issue of patrons parking too close to alleys and driveways, and the issue of delivery truck restricting neighbor access to the alley.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie confirmed that parking for Downtown Kenwood businesses is permitted at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.  A “sandwich” board idea was proposed at a cost of $200 or for city signing or to paint the curb yellow to inform where and where not to park.  Noted for follow up between meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Mike Bono, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike and Matt outlined the plan to develop the 3 year plan as well as budgeting for the upcoming year.  It will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood, while also ensuring that current funding priorities can be maintained should funds be cut in the future.</li>\r\n	<li>New neighbor introduction:  Mikki Johnston and family</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will attend a Whittier Alliance Meeting on July 19<sup>th</sup> to understand the goals and strategies of that group.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie will follow up with Creative Citymaking regarding a video project opportunity, with a possible focus on ECLB.  KIAA would need to make a proposal to secure participation in the project, which is a competitive process.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>June 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 6th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters, Jack Levi.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Amanda Vallone, Jody Strakosch, Mark Holtey and two neighbors.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Board members conducted a brief introduction to begin the 2016-2017 term.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is complete for the season.  There will be a “Lunch with Lisa Field trip on Wednesday, June 29<sup>th</sup>, touring Givens Violins, which is a renowned repair business for cellos and violins.  If interested, please call Lisa’s office to book one of the two tours for that day.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues and has entered the paving phase.  Please contact Lisa’s office to be placed on an email list to receive weekly construction updates affecting the Twin Cities.</li>\r\n	<li>Sidewalk repair has come to Kenwood this year, part of a 10 year cycle.  White dots mark the sections that will be replaced.  Homeowners will be assessed $250-$400 per square for the repair.  Call 311 to discuss whether sections need to be replaced, or if they do not need to be replaced.  Please direct questions regarding how unique situations, such as tree root heaves, to 311.  All affected homeowners should have received a letter from the city; please refer to it for FAQs.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette volunteered to remain Chair; Larry volunteered to remain Vice Chair; Matt Spies volunteered to become Treasurer; and Shawn volunteered to remain Secretary.  Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt asked for resolution to relocate the KIAA bank accounts to US Bank.  Jeanette moved in favor, passed unanimously.  Matt asked for an additional resolution to transfer, check writing authority, opening accounts, deposits, and withdraw funds; from Ed Pluimer to himself.  Jeanette to be the second signatory.  Shawn moved, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette once again recognized Ed Pluimer for his years of service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Memorial Bench for Jim Gilroy – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie reported that $1550 has been donated to the Estate of Jim Gilroy for the purposes of a memorial bench on Lake of the Isles, near 21<sup>st</sup> St..  Jean Deatrick will send an e-blast as a reminder for any other residents that would like to contribute.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie moved that KIAA donate $300 towards the memorial bench to recognize Jim as a sitting board member at his death.  Funds will come from KIAA Money Market Account.  Approved unanimously.  As funds are in the account about to be closed, motion was approved to allow Ed Pluimer to write the check.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Financial Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is preparing a 2016-2017 balance sheet to ensure income and expenditures are clearly documented.  Mark, Larry, Matt, and Mike will form a finance subcommittee to inform a finance update at KIAA July meeting.  Motion approved to establish said committee.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies/Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda (from ARTrageous) shared that the Summer Solstice Party will be held at ECLB on June 20<sup>th</sup> from 6:30-8:30.  This will be a potluck event.  ARTrageous will provide henna, face painting, and a Creation Station for families.  The event will be cancelled in case of rain.  The event is open to all.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented a new proposal for a Pop Up Adventure Playground series.  Matt agreed to go renegotiate lower costs in order to run a pilot, vs investing in 3 events this year.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities including a Summer Solstice Potluck, Pirate/Mermaid Beach Party were identified for funding for $800.  A discussion was had regarding source of funds and how much to spend.  The board approved the expenditure unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda and Matt were approved to work together to spend up to $400 to place an ad in Hill and Lake Press to announce summer activities at ECLB.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  The CAC met in May.  Jennifer Munt stated that the Met Council would find funding to move ahead with SWLRT. The FEIS was reviewed; Nani Jacobsen recognized Kenwood for providing feedback that drove changes from the SDEIS to the FEIS.  Further, station art was approved for the West 21<sup>st</sup> St Station, which is what the Kenwood station will be named.  The next meeting will be June 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn has coordinated a meeting on June 13<sup>th</sup> for the Met Council to present the FEIS and take questions from residents.  This meeting was supported by the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn presented the FEIS draft and will circulate a soft copy to the board and Jody to be reviewed and approved as an action between meetings.  The deadline for submission is June 13<sup>th</sup> for any comments, and must be done in writing to the Southwest Project Office.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking at the Kenwood Corner continues to be a challenge, with visitors parking too close to the alley and to corners and blocking access.  Jeanette called the city to determine the cost of parking signs.  Action to be taken between meetings.</li>\r\n	<li>Kenwood Corner Raingarden Signage was approved as an action taken between meetings.  The Raingarden is now installed and the sign provides good information about the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  KIAA thanks Angie Erdrich for her work to beautify the corner.</li>\r\n	<li>Louise Erdrich is taking the space formerly occupied by Stephen Dean for a business to be announced shortly.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 9:10 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 11th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2016 KIAA 5<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> For the 5<sup>th</sup> year, KIAA had its annual meeting on May 2nd at Kenwood Corner, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> In attendance were seven KIAA serving board members up for re-election, one new member-elect, City Council Member Lisa Goodman, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Green, Minneapolis Parks Commissioner Anita Tabb, and approximately 100 neighbors.</p>\r\n The gathering began at 6PM.  The weather was great and everyone enjoyed Red Wagon Pizza and beverages, compliments of KIAA. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM.  There was a moment of remembrance for Jim Gilroy, KIAA board member who passed away suddenly in April.  Jim will be greatly missed; he was a kind and generous person, dedicated to improving our entire community.  The family has reserved a site for a park bench in his memory on Lake of the Isles.  Friends and neighbors who would like to contribute may do so.  KIAA Board Member Angie Erdrich will facilitate, please make checks payable to Minneapolis Finance Department, Memo “Jim Gilroy Bench” and mail to her at 2217 Oliver Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405.  A receipt will come from Minneapolis Parks, and the Gilroy family will receive a list of donor names.  Please submit donations by June 1<sup>st</sup> in hopes of installing the bench this summer.\r\n\r\nKIAA thanked retiring board member Ed Pluimer.  Ed has generously served on the board for over 20 years, most recently as Treasurer.  Our neighborhood is grateful for his energy and commitment.\r\n\r\nJeanette then stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year:  SWLRT work including work such as efforts to mitigate potential adverse effects to the neighborhood (if the project comes to pass), support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Raingardens from Metro Blooms, and positive programming for East Cedar Lake (Hidden) Beach.  The “Welcome Orioles” project – an environmental learning program for Kenwood School, co-sponsored with the Cedar Lake Park Association, received a shout-out from neighbors in attendance.\r\n\r\nJeanette introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to herself:  Jack Levi, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Matt Spies (Treasurer Elect), and Shawn Smith.  One new board member, Mark Brown was introduced.  Jeanette made the motion for re-election/election of the 2016-17 board, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\nKIAA would like to thank neighbors that supported KIAA financially at the gathering and throughout the year.  It helps us fund activities and keep our neighborhood strong!\r\n\r\nOther updates, action between meetings:\r\n\r\nThe 2015 KIAA Annual Report was approved by the board on April 28<sup>th</sup>.  The Annual Report is required by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program.  The report was prepared by Mike Bono with input from KIAA board members, and submitted by the 4/29 deadline.\r\n\r\nMatt and Julia Spies’s are requesting a variance for a remodel on their home.  As the Spies proactively partnered with their neighbors, KIAA supports their variance.  The variance will be reviewed at the Board of Adjustment meeting on June 9<sup>th</sup>.\r\n\r\nThere will be a Kenwood Neighborhood Rummage Festival of June 10-12<sup>th</sup>.  Please join your neighbors and plan a rummage sale during those dates!  If you are not able to have your own rummage sale, please consider donating to the Kenwood Elementary School Benefit Rummage Sale at the Kenwood Rec Center.   The rummage runs June 11 from 9-2PM. Donations can be dropped off at the Kenwood Recreation Center on June 10<sup>th</sup> from 4-6PM.  100% of proceeds benefit the Kenwood School.  Volunteers are needed to price goods, manage the sale, and haul goods to charity at 2PM on the 11<sup>th</sup>.  Contact Angie Erdrich to volunteer:  angie_sandeep@yahoo.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood.  If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us.  If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met April 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nVice Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies (Minutes), Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Jack Levi.  Absent:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith, Josine Peters, Jim Gilroy.  Also present:  Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\nUnanimous Approval of the Agenda\r\n<h1>City Council Update -  Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Upcoming Lunch with Lisas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>April 27  – Discussion with Made Here, the creative place-making initiative to fill empty downtown storefronts</li>\r\n	<li>May – Bill Leaf will talk about tourism master planning</li>\r\n	<li>June  – Field trip to Claire Givens Violin, premier violin reconstruction/repair; 40 people may attending in two groups of 20.  Contact Lisa’s office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping starting April 13 running through May 9</li>\r\n	<li>Yard waste pickup will begin in Kenwood on April 11</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa highlighted the state of the Hennepin/Lyndale Reconstruction Project road closures</li>\r\n	<li>On April 21, Board of Adjustment will be hearing variance for property at 2401 Sheridan Ave.  Adjacent residents will receive a notice in the mail by April 10<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa provided an overview of her and Council Member Barb Johnsons plan for the city to work with the Park Board to provide funding for neighborhood parks</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Gathering will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include a brief meeting:  the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association activities for the year.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lakes, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>As an action taken between meetings, the board approved the hiring of Red Wagon Pizza, and will be paid for by KIAA funds estimated at $1890.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong>2016/2017 Budgeting</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the merits and limitations of creating a budget for the 2016/2017 operating year.   The primary concern and is the complexity of the requirements for using various funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt Spies will coordinate an assembly of board members to explore ways to implement a framework for spending and raising KIAA funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board has indicated that they do not have capacity for an additional movie in the park for summer 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>An Oriole feeding station will be installed in Cedar Lake Park between May 3 – May 17 by Kenwood Elementary School students.  The project is sponsored by Birchbark Books.  Bird watching volunteers are needed.  Contact <a href=\"mailto:Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com\">Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>NOTE: The following information was approved to be added to the minutes by a motion taken after the meeting.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith (update provided in abstentia)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Since the March KIAA meeting, letters opposing the current SWLRT Kenilworth Plan were sent to Governor Dayton, Lt Governor Smith.  An aide in Governor Dayton’s office responded and assisted in getting a response from Adam Duininck, Chair, Metropolitan Council.  The letter thanked KIAA for our participation in the process and informed the following points:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Final EIS will be published in 2<sup>nd</sup> Quarter of 2016, and no other responses will be forthcoming until then.  In the EIS will be the answers to KIAAs (and others) DEIS and SDEIS responses.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a ten day public comment period</li>\r\n	<li>There will be no process for resolution of further concerns as this is not a part of the process of the National Environmental Protection Act process.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn expressed to the aide in Governor Dayton’s office that securing a form response from Mr Duininck was secondary to our concerns.  He asked for Governor Dayton to confirm that he was aware of and supports or does not support the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>That a derailment collision between an ethanol train and light rail train will be a significant danger to the community and Target Field.</li>\r\n	<li>That other less expensive and more flexible options for transit exist, including bus rapid transit</li>\r\n	<li>That the Chain of Lakes could be degraded due to pile driving</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is a defendant in a lawsuit over failure to disclose discussions of other routes</li>\r\n	<li>That ridership of an Uptown line would well exceed the current alignment</li>\r\n	<li>That projected ridership figures at 21<sup>st</sup> St Station are not credible</li>\r\n	<li>That there will be 22 hours of contiguous noise every five minutes in one of the quietest areas in Minneapolis</li>\r\n	<li>That not one low income neighborhood will be within reasonable walking distance of any Minneapolis station.</li>\r\n	<li>We asked for an appointment with the Governor.  There was no response.  Shawn waited ten days and said that because the Governor failed to respond, we would need to inform our constituents that our elected officials and the Governor are aware of the above controversies and find them to be acceptable.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Larry Moran at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is our Annual Neighborhood Gathering on Monday, May 2nd at 6 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner in front of The Kenwood and BeArtrageous. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org   </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> March 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 7th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi.  Also present Patrick Sadler, Pat Scott, Phil Nordberg, Laureen Carlson, Will Stensrud\r\n\r\nMarch Agenda was Approved Unanimously\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Patrick Sadler, Lisa Goodman’s Office</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Community Planning and Economic Development plan for both Ward 7 and the city were provided.  Any residents that would like a copy can contact Lisa’s office or go to the City Website.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be Noon, March 30<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall; the topic is Sister Cities of Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work continues on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Please contact Lisa’s office to receive email updates on construction closures.</li>\r\n	<li>The Workplace Partnership Meetings proceed to review sick time and paid time off policy.  A final recommendation is due March 16.</li>\r\n	<li>There are openings on multiple boards and commissions in Minneapolis.  Any interested residents can apply via the city website.</li>\r\n	<li>The Community Connection Conference is Saturday April 2<sup>nd</sup> at the Minneapolis Convention Center to kick off 3 Year Planning for Minneapolis 2040.  The public is invited.  Jeanette suggested that Lisa’s office post information to Next Door to ensure the 7<sup>th</sup> Ward is represented if nobody from KIAA is able to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Reduced pricing is being offered for rain barrels and compost bins.  <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>. The city will also have a limited number of trees available to residents for $25.  You can order a tree for your property beginning March 21, see <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Request for Support of Variance for Accessory Dwelling, 2401 Sheridan Ave S – Phil Nordberg and Laureen Carlson</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Phil and Laureen requested variance support from KIAA to be able to add a bathroom and categorize their garage as an ADU.  The overall footprint will not change.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is generally supportive.  The petitioners have not spoken to each neighbor but will be sending out notices to all neighbors within 300 feet.  Jeanette motioned to support the variances, contingent that neighbors are all informed and have no objections.  Motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is in the process of confirming the open swim, pop up playground, and other activities for Summer 2016.  Event schedules will be published in Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette signed the agreement for extra police patrols.  With the warm weather, Matt is working with Park Police to start patrols.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities are being coordinated with Kenwood School, including bird watching.  Volunteers are needed to lead school hikes in April and May, please contact Angie Erdrich at angie_sandeep@yahoo.com</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that since the last meeting, letters were sent to the FTA, Senator Klobuchar, Senator Franken, and Rep Ellison as KIAA continues to escalate neighborhood concerns over this project.</li>\r\n	<li>A letter was also sent to Governor Dayton and Lt Governor Smith, with copies of the letters sent to the State and Federal officials asking for his support in getting a meaningful response to neighborhood concerns, which are centered on the risks and ripple effects of co-location of SWLRT and ethanol trains.  His office responded with questions, and KIAA is preparing a communication to send back.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will invite Sophia Ginis from the Met Council to our April meeting since she did not respond to our March meeting invitation.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion that despite our concerns, planning moves ahead unabated.  All are encouraged to contact their elected officials if they have concerns over co-location, noise, vibration, cost, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA has been actively communicating neighborhood concerns to local, state, and federal officials.  Due to an overall lack of responsiveness to those, the board approved a motion to send communication to President Obama, which will represent the highest level of escalation, and likely final, that the board will take.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Meeting - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Annual Meeting will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association financials.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lake Press, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie, Josine, and Matt are researching options for food to reduce costs from last year.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Board Succession Planning - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         With Ed stepping down, KIAA will need to fill the Treasurer role starting May 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is actively seeking new board members.  We need neighbors that are willing to volunteer 3-4 hours per month either as a board member or support a subcommittee.  There are several board members that have served for a decade or more and are looking to retire.  We need your help to fill these positions to continue the level of thoroughness being delivered today.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is seeking a representative for the Green Zone work being done by the city.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 1st, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Meg Forney, Amanda Vallone, and Jody Strakosch\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be February 24<sup>th</sup>.  The topic will be the City Workforce Training and Equity programs on Job Training.</li>\r\n	<li>2431 22<sup>nd</sup> St W ownership has requested a historic review and may be requesting a variance to the board in the near future.  Neighbors are reminded that KIAA is typically notified of variance requests and can help navigate the process.</li>\r\n	<li>The city prefers that the SWLRT station be called “Cedar Lake Station.”  The Met Council has suggested that 21<sup>st</sup> St Station is not a clear indicator of the location of the station but has asked for input.  (KIAA hesitates to put forth a suggestion because KIAA does not support co-location of freight and light rail, but if KIAA were to have a preference it would be West 21<sup>st</sup> St.)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Closing the Gap in Our Parks - Meg Forney</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meg is looking for volunteers to work for a Citizens Group to get signatures to support a referendum on the ballot for “The Closing of the Gap” for funding of $15M/year for the next 20 years to implement repairs in neighborhood parks.  If residents are interested, please contact Meg or Anita Tabb at the Park Board.  Additional information is available on the Park Board website.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Funding Recommendation – Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The success at East Cedar Lake Beach to reduce crime was in large part due to the partnership between KIAA and the Park Police.  The recommendation from Chief Ohotto was to spend $5000 for 2016 vs $8000 spent last year.  Police reports were reduced from 101 in 2014 to 56 in 2015.</li>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to spend $5000 for additional police patrols at ECLB in 2016 and be active early in the season.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that two disbursements were made in January relating to SWLRT planning and the Metro Blooms project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Thrill Kenwood – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>This event raised $400 for The Bridge for Youth.</li>\r\n	<li>The 1<sup>st</sup> annual Rock Kenwood Dance Party will be held at the Rec Center on Saturday February 27<sup>th</sup> from 3-6PM.  There will be a DJ, contests, crafting, and more.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt recapped the recent committee meeting and the programming ideas for 2016.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log rolling and Open Swim are planned to continue in 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>New ideas include puppet shows, art activities, potlucks, and more.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is considering putting forth up to $2000 of additional funding for activities, and discussed how to engage neighbors that might be interested in donating funds to support the activities.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  Jody reported that the November and December meetings were cancelled by the Met Council.  In the January meeting, progress updates were shared by the project office.  Final environmental impact statement is due in April.  Civil construction will begin fall of 2016.  There will be 29 private properties impacted by construction in Minneapolis, primarily adjacent to the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported that some responses were received from correspondence to Minnesota Senators and Representatives on the Transportation Committees.  Some responded to take KIAA response under advisement, and some spoke in favor of KIAA’s position opposing co-location.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn brought a motion to continue to present KIAA’s position opposing co-location to FTA officials in the Chicago office that are working with the Met Council on the alignment.  The board unanimously approved to send a letter.  Shawn will circulate it as an action between meetings for board review and final approval.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette is working to identify a point of contact for the Restorative Justice Program, who would coordinate community service work for the people in the program.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA recognizes Stephen Dean and his long standing contributions to the neighborhood. Kathie Constantine shared that his tailoring business in Downtown Kenwood is expected to close at the end of March.  He kept the neighborhood looking good with the many fine seams, hems, and alterations he provided over his 40 years in business, and we wish him well in retirement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:46 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>January 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met January 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A body was found frozen in the ice in the channel between Lake Calhoun and Lake of the Isles on January 4<sup>th</sup>.  It is not known to be a crime related situation and there is no danger to the public.  Residents are encouraged to demonstrate caution before proceeding to go out on the ice, especially areas that are not designated for winter recreational use.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is on Wednesday January 27<sup>th</sup>, the topic is a preview of the 2016 state legislative session. Senator Dibble among other elected officials are expected to attend.  Please contact Lisa’s office if you plan to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale utility work continues.  Sewer work will be necessary on Vineland Place near the Walker and Sculpture Garden.  Construction updates and road closures are available via Lisa’s office in her email updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Residents are advised that there needs to be a minimum 5 foot clearance on either side of alleys and driveways.  Neighbors are having difficulties accessing driveways and alleys when visitors or residents are parked within 5 feet of one.  This has been a challenge particularly at Kenwood Corner.  If access is blocked, neighbors can call 311 for assistance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed updated KIAA that the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District paid KIAA for the 15 neighborhood Raingarden projects.  KIAA will in turn pay MetroBlooms with these funds, as well as the KIAA share of $1134, approved at the December Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Noise Issues</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Local businesses are advised to ensure that their garbage and recycling services are observing local noise ordinances.  Garbage and recycling are not to be picked up prior to 6AM.  We love our local businesses.  Neighbors observing violations are encouraged to speak to the business owner first, and if unresolved then take a photo of the truck and email KIAA or Lisa Goodman’s office and we will contact the refuse service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt updated KIAA that the next ECLB Committee Meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan 26<sup>th</sup> at 7PM at the Kenwood Community Center.  All are welcome.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will invite Park Police Chief Ohotto to the February meeting to start the dialogue on the strategy for the summer of 2016.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the SWLRT environmental impact statement will not consider impacts of freight rail changes in the Kenilworth Corridor funded by the project, according to a recent email from the Southwest Project Office.  These changes include moving the rail much closer to homes, upgrading the tracks, building a bridge across the Kenilworth Canal, and removing many trees and green spaces.  Further, although the SWLRT project will spend tens of millions of dollars to “co-locate” freight and light rail, the Met Council says it “is not making freight rail permanent” in the Kenilworth Corridor.  KIAA is concerned that the upgraded freight rail infrastructure could encourage more trains at higher speeds, and create additional noise and safety concerns.  KIAA believes the SDEIS is flawed because it does not treat freight as a permanent condition, and therefore adverse impacts are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the section 106 meeting on December 3<sup>rd</sup>.  Section 106 protects historic properties impacted by federally funded projects.  The Kenilworth Channel is protected by section 106.  With input by Michael Schroeder of the MPRB, a bridge design has been agreed upon and the historic WPA retaining walls on the east side of the proposed bridge are now under consideration.  A memorandum of understanding will be developed in the coming months, and KIAA will decide whether or not to sign it when the time comes.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn, on behalf of KIAA, contacted each member of the Minnesota Senate and House Transportation Committees to surface the board’s continued concerns with co-location.  KIAA asked that the $135M of the state portion of the funding be put on hold.  This is to be voted on in the upcoming legislative session.  KIAA maintains that in a time of increased concern over rail safety, co-location of light rail and ethanol trains will pose a continual and sustained danger to the Kenwood neighborhood should there be a derailment. and we remain opposed to co-location.  The Minneapolis City Council, knowing of this risk, has nonetheless approved co-location, so KIAA is appealing to the state level.</li>\r\n	<li>County Commissioner Marion Greene is planning a public meeting on Wednesday, February 3<sup>rd</sup>.  KIAA will post time and place to NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Angie Erdrich will post in Next Door Kenwood a notice to invite neighbors to determine interest for the MetroBlooms Raingarden program for 2016</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lake of the Isles Skating Party is Sunday, January 24<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:38 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>December 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 7th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Larry Moran, Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi, Josine Peters  Also Present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n<h1>Agenda was approved unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since November Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby composed a letter to the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee articulating KIAA concerns that the SDEIS had shortcomings.  These arise from Met Council’s decision to treat freight rail as an “existing condition.” However, the SWLRT proposes creating permanent freight rail infrastructure where only temporary rail exists, and SDEIS failed to properly consider the safety, environmental, vibration, noise, and economic impact of that decision with freight rail as an existing condition.  In the December meeting, KIAA members voted in favor of sending the letter prior to the CMC.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>December 9<sup>th</sup> is the final opportunity for residents to testify at the City Council meeting regarding the 2016 budget and taxes.  Lisa encourages residents to appear in person or email their city representatives to provide testimony and input on how residential tax revenue is generated and spent.  This meeting will be in the past by the time these minutes are published, however residents are notified well in advance of the annual hearing in their Truth in Taxation statements for future tax years.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January.  December 14<sup>th</sup> marks the annual December Later with Lisa event at the Normandy Inn.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work is continuing on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Infrastructure has deteriorated further than expected and the project is approximately 6 weeks behind.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa confirmed that a variance at 2432 Sheridan Ave S was approved by the city.  This was endorsed by KIAA at the November meeting.  KIAA will seek input as broadly as possible for future requests</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed provided prior the meeting a recap of monies received from KIAA members as well as November transactions (expenditures), and these were discussed in the meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>The source of the remainder of Rain Garden funding was discussed.  Jeanette moved to use money from the NRP neighborhood livability Phase II fund.  Passed unanimously.  Mike Bono agreed to ensure that all city requirements were met to utilize that fund.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Resolution regarding Jean Deatrick’s contract – Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jean’s contract is set to expire at the end of the year.  Jean supports KIAA with communication, publication of the minutes, announcements, reimbursements, and other administrative activities.  Mike moved to extend her contract under the same terms until December 31<sup>st</sup> 2016.  Ed seconded the motion.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies\r\n<h1>·         Matt is reaching out to the Park Board to align on proposed activities for summer 2016.  KIAA continues to work on ensuring ECLB will be able to be used safely by all residents.  There will be a public meeting in January to discuss 2016 strategies, date/time/place to be posted on Nextdoor Kenwood.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA increased funding in 2015 to support existing funding from the Park Board et al, and research will be done to understand how much funding will be in place from other sources prior to a KIAA funding commitment for 2016.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Discussion continued from the November meeting regarding engaging state and federal officials over ongoing concerns for rail safety as well as other unaddressed concerns.  KIAA will contact state level transportation bill conferees to raise the concerns before end of year, and then again as State Legislators go back into session in February.  KIAA will also contact Federal Transit officials in advance of final funding of the line to ensure that federal officials are aware of local concerns with regard to safety, environmental, noise, vibration, and economic adverse effects not sufficiently addressed in the SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Metro Blooms is asking if KIAA would be interested in partnering on Rain Gardens again in 2016.  Angie will inform them of KIAA interest, pending gauging neighborhood interest.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:33 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met November 2nd, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since October Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA sent a response to the SWLRT project office regarding SWLRT Section 106 meeting Sept 23<sup>rd</sup>, as it relates to concerns over the traffic study.  There is a discrepancy in the ridership numbers vs SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Variance Request for Peterson Residence, 2432 Sheridan Ave S</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Request made in person by owners to enlarge the structure, extending a less than six foot variance along the property line.  A second variance was requested to extend the garage by five feet closer to the street, which is still within the set back.  Angie motioned to support, Matt to second, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws, Articles – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed changes to KIAA bylaws to modernize them, having consulted with Robert Cooper of the City of Minneapolis legal department.  For example, serving information via email vs paper mail, yet preserving multi modal communication which would include an annual newsletter or mailings at the discretion of KIAA.  Ed moved that KIAA approve the rewritten bylaws which would then be filed with the state, and stored on KIAA’s website.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed then moved to change articles of incorporation to update the registered office of KIAA to the Kenwood Rec Center.  Matt seconded, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Gardens – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved to pay $1134 for KIAA cost share to Metro Blooms (or up to $1200 in case of minor variance in the final invoice).  The costs increased due to decreased participation due to untenable soil conditions or other issues that were not able to be mitigated.  Motion seconded by Jim, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>The raingarden at Kenwood Corner was paid for by the private donations and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  In order to finalize funding, a sign is needed.  The sign will be reviewed as action taken outside the meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         ECLB committee met in October to debrief the year and start planning for next year.  Residents that have ideas for activities for 2016 are encouraged to contact Matt Spies.  2015 saw a tremendous amount of success and KIAA is excited to build on this success but needs continued neighborhood engagement even if there was an increase in usage via activities and a decrease in criminal activity.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Engagement with Anita Tabb and the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board was also discussed as an offline action.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA discussed whether to continue to engage in SWLRT via writing letters to state and federal officials addressing co-location concerns in the Kenilworth Corridor as KIAA was unable to gain support at the city level.  Specifically, to petition state and federal officials to withhold funding due to continuing and increasing concerns over the danger of the co-location of ethanol trains and SWLRT.  Further action to be taken between meetings, but accountability of individual public officials will be the focus, specifically, their knowledge of the risks, and how they plan to vote, is the plan of action via written correspondence.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood general community update.  Jeanette will encourage CM Greene to have the meeting, KIAA will not formally participate.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:43 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 5th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich.\r\n\r\nOthers present:  CM Lisa Goodman, Marc Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), 2 other attendees\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The September lunch with Lisa had over 75 attendees to hear about the Nicollet Mall renovation.  At the October Lunch with Lisa Wed Oct 21<sup>st</sup>, to commemorate the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, State Senator Steve Simon will speak about the Voting Rights Act.  Room 334 of the St Thomas Law School.  All are welcome to attend, please RSVP in advance to Lisa’s office.</li>\r\n	<li>Fall street sweeping will start on October 20<sup>th</sup>.  Please watch for parking restrictions.  Social media will be used to communicate dates.</li>\r\n	<li>Cedar Lake Parkway will be repaved – from 394 to the BNSF bridge.  It will start October 19<sup>th</sup>, last 6 days, and be a complete closure.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding variances and tear downs.  Neighbors are encouraged to review variance proposals with KIAA board so the board can be aware of variance requests.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed attended to any previously discussed financial compliance and efficiency concerns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed that bylaws be examined and modernized.  For example, the bylaws state that minutes must be maintained in a book.  However, now electronic copies are preferred to minimize paper waste.  Also that 1<sup>st</sup> class mail is used for communications, and now electronic notice is more economical and more efficient.  There was also a discussion on how to document action (votes) taken outside of meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark re-requested funding from KIAA for a rechargeable sound system to be used for neighborhood programming, at a cost of $2200.  Motion to fund passed with two abstentions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Hennepin Lake Community Wine Tasting Fundraiser – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is selling tickets to the event which is being held on Wed October 28<sup>th</sup>.  Advance ticket sales benefit KIAA.  Please email Jeanette Colby; email is available on the KIAA website.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>It was noted that each member of the City Council, Mayor Hodges, and Peter Wagenius received a copy of the KIAA SDEIS with a request to require more information regarding mitigation, co-location, and construction concerns prior to granting municipal consent.  However, there was no response to KIAA from the Mayor or the Council and all city council members voted the same as prior municipal consent.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood Q/A meeting for any outstanding questions regarding the SWLRT project.  Jeanette and Shawn will post to Nextdoor Kenwood this opportunity to have a dialogue, to gauge neighborhood interest.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette outlined the finding to the Section 106 Traffic Study.  The finding in the study was that there would not be substantial changes to traffic near historic 106 properties.  The findings of the study appear to be inconsistent with the SDEIS statements regarding how many riders will use the 21<sup>st</sup> St Station and how riders will access the station.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will draft a letter to state and federal officials highlighting the danger of co-location of ethanol trains and high voltage LRT wires in the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Announcements/New Business – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee continues to meet monthly.  Meetings are posted to Nextdoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>Thrill Kenwood is Saturday October 24<sup>th</sup>, at 3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, November 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSeptember 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met September 14th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Park Police Chief Ohotto, Mark Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), Jean Deatrich (Hill and Lakes), and 6 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>September Agenda was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Recognition for Kathy Low for her participation in KIAA and to Larry Moran for Chairing KIAA for the past three years.</li>\r\n	<li>It was agreed that a November KIAA newsletter will be published and mailed.  Articles will be needed and will need to be sent to Jean Deatrich.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich led a discussion regarding the final cost of the Raingarden Project, which will be finalized at a future date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Bylaw and Finance Update – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that he will put together a list of proposed bylaw changes that were discussed at the July KIAA meeting to be submitted.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed gave an overview of committed and past spending as a follow up to the account balance update emailed prior to the meeting.  It was determined to maintain one KIAA account going forward, instead of two, and Ed named some follow up tasks that he would tend to in order to ensure KIAA is compliant with the city policy, and it was also determined to maintain a May 31<sup>st</sup> fiscal year end and coincide with the annual election of the KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark requested funding from KIAA for the replacement of 3 picnic tables and a sound system.  A vote was deferred until ownership of the space where the picnic tables is housed could be confirmed.  Additionally, it was suggested that the Rec Center request funding from the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto/Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Chief Ohotto shared that police reports for ECLB were 69 in 2015 vs 2014 last year.  Most reports were misdemeanors.  He attributes the reduction to Matt Spies and his task force and the community involvement at the beach, as well as concerned residents calling 911 when incidents occurred.  Chief Ohotto recommended continued KIAA-funded hours and activities moving forward.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Subcommittee Meeting is on October 13<sup>th</sup> at 7PM, Kenwood Rec Center.  Residents are encouraged to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Permit Parking was discussed as a deterrent.  There is a Next Door thread discussing a petition to request it to deter beach attendance.  KIAA in the past has recommended that this is not a viable solution to deter crime, however agreed that the SubCommittee should reevaluate this as a solution to ensure that any recommendation reflects current views.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Amanda Vallone - beArtrageous</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda on behalf of beArtrageous proposed some activities for ECLB for 2016.  Activities would be for residents of all ages:  potlucks, craft parties, coffee and sunset gatherings, etc.  Activities would be funded by CPP or participants.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda requested funding from KIAA to fund Thrill Kenwood on October 24<sup>th</sup>.  The activity is a neighborhood dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at the corner of Penn and 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Proceeds go to Bridge for Youth, and emergency Shelter for for 10-17 year old youth.  KIAA approved $800 to fund the event, about 40% of the budget.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>MPRB Ice Rink Warming Hut – Cliff Swenson/Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>MPRB is considering updating the warming hut (without disruption to the footprint or skating area) at Lake of the Isles and across other rinks in the park system.  MPRB is beginning the process of informing city boards about the redesign, and if the project moves forward there would be a community engagement process in the future.  Goal is to have the project done by Fall 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Jeanette Colby/Shawn Smith/Jody Strakosch</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody updated from the Community Advisory Committee, which met recently and the Project Office is proceeding as if they have full funding.  Jody asked that the key elements of the project be a standing topic on the agenda going forward, including co-location, noise, vibration, etc.  Meetings occur the 4<sup>th</sup> Thursday of every month.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette offered to contact County Commissioner Marion Greene to see if we would conduct a public hearing to ask questions.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA agreed to distribute the SDEIS response to additional public officials.  The purpose is to gain support to get answers to those questions posed in the response, submitted to the Project Office in July 2015, that have yet to be answered.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, October 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met July 6th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Lisa Goodman, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee and KIAA Board Member-Elect), Jean Deatrick, and 2 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby nominated Matt Spies to the board and his appointment was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City of Minneapolis Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be August 26<sup>th</sup>.  Topic is TBD and Lisa is seeking input on ideas of broad interest to the ward.</li>\r\n	<li>NextDoor Kenwood will be increasingly used by the city for announcements and crime alerts, so neighbors are encouraged to sign up for the site.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion regarding street paving and repair.  Lisa encourages neighbors to call 3-1-1 to report any potholes in need of fill.  Major repaving for roads in need of repair could result in a potentially significant tax assessment for property owners on the street repaired.</li>\r\n	<li>Because of the buffer zone around parkland, it was emphasized that feral cats are not allowed in much of the Kenwood neighborhood, and should be reported to animal control.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report/Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Year end financial recaps were circulated to KIAA board members prior to the July meeting.  The balance sheet will be attached to the CPP annual report to be sent to the city.  KIAA fiscal year runs from June 1 to May 31 due to the timing of the election of the board in May.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA bylaws have not been updated in several years.  Ed offered to chair a subcommittee to review where updates should be made to allow more relevant communication methods, eg allowing electronic communication vs by US Mail.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP Annual Report – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the KIAA 2014 CPP Annual report be approved and sent to the city, and the motion was unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Dinkytown Historic Commercial Preservation – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The city is voting July 10<sup>th</sup> regarding preservation of the Dinkytown business district.  KIAA will circulate the letter from the preservation group should Kenwood residents wish to show support.  KIAA will not file a formal support with the city but voted to send a statement to the City Council in support of the Marcy Holmes Neighborhood Association (Dinkytown) in its adherence to its neighborhood small area plan.  Small area plans are developed with broad community input and may put parameters on developers to preserve neighborhood history and aesthetics.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Uptown Neighborhoods Working Group (UNWG) – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Per UNWG request, Josine attended the recent meeting of the working group and will provide input into the decisions and discussions related to the Uptown neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Raingardens Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The installations of raingardens in Kenwood continue to have interest in the neighborhood and Angie will continue to provide input and updates to Metro Blooms and KIAA.  20 Residences are approved to be funded by Metro Blooms and KIAA.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log Rolling continues to be a popular event – future dates will be announced on NextDoor Kenwood.  Open Water Swimming, sponsored by YWCA, is rolling out this summer.</li>\r\n	<li>Pledges have been raised for $1350 to fund a pop-up Adventure Park, 3 events to occur this summer.  Matt requested $750 in funding from KIAA to reach the goal of $3000 and for a fund to be established to be administered by KIAA to house the funding as it is collected.  Jeanette so moved and the motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Crime and Safety – Chief Ohotto provided an update in advance of the meeting that crime is down from prior years.  There are still some incidents that have required police response but of less frequency and severity vs prior summers.  Ed Pluimer reminded the board that $8K was allocated for increased police patrols this summer.  KIAA will continue to evaluate the effectiveness of the expenditure.</li>\r\n	<li>The next ECLB subcommittee meeting will be July 14<sup>th</sup> at Kenwood Rec Center and will be published on NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Supplementary Draft EIS Response – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS response was submitted to the board for review prior to the meeting.  There was a general discussion regarding edits related to construction impacts, property values.  Angie moved to approve the response with amendments, and the motion passed unanimously.  The amendments to increase the focus on the response relating to construction short term impacts (noise, vibration, road damage).  The KIAA response will be submitted to the Met Council, and a response will be requested, by the July 21<sup>st</sup> deadline.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Investing in Neighborhood Parks/Closing the Gap – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Minneapolis Park and Rec Board is conducting neighborhood hearings through late September to discuss the current state of Minneapolis Parks and those in need of repairs that may have been deferred.  Please see the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board for dates on upcoming hearings.  You can also email <a href=\"mailto:closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org\">closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org</a> for information and input.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, August 3rd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>June 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 1st, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and Jean Deatrich, and 3 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in June or July.  The next will be August 6<sup>th</sup>, topic is TBD.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa is sending out a weekly downtown event and construction alert including sporting and arts events and street closures.  Future emails will include the reconstruction of Hennepin at Lyndale, Nicollet Mall Reconstruction, etc. Residents can sign up for the weekly Friday email by emailing Lisa’s office.  She is hopeful that the information will help residents and visitors get around town a little easier with all the construction and exciting downtown events.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Streets events are starting, sponsored by the city and the Bicycle Coalition.  There will be road closures and roads will be open to pedestrians and bikers.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.openstreetsmpls.com/\">www.openstreetsmpls.com</a> for more information.</li>\r\n	<li>With the warm weather approaching, residents are advised to keep garages and homes locked when not home.  This will deter crimes of opportunity.  Also, keep valuables out of sight in your car, and keep your car locked even when it is in your garage.  Residents are encouraged to call 911 if you see any suspicious activity.  This will help control crimes of opportunity.</li>\r\n	<li>The City and the Park Board advise to water trees regularly, and advise against pruning ash trees, which can spread the Emerald Ash borer.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update (ECLB, “Hidden Beach”) – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Activities are being planned to increase resident usage of the beach.  Activities will mainly be sponsored by a 3<sup>rd</sup> party, not the Park Board or City.  Matt will submit an article to Hill and Lakes Press with more information in an upcoming issue.</li>\r\n	<li>The first log roll was held on Saturday May 30th with about 25 attendees.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Lake Swimming is in the planning stages, similar Lake Nokomis Open Swim.  The intent is to give residents the opportunity to swim in open water for exercise and triathlon training.  Also for trained swimmers that do not have access to a pool.  The open swim events will be managed by the YMCA.</li>\r\n	<li>Other events are being planned, such as morning meditations, arts events, and more.  Announcements will be shared via the Nextdoor Kenwood website, so please sign up for the site for alerts on upcoming events.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is working to see if a sign can be secured to post at the entrance of the beach area announcing the schedule of activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is doing an amazing job leading the ECLB subcommittee and KIAA appreciates his dedication and effort to bring fun activities to ECLB for everyone.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low outlined the revised neighborhood priority plan that was drafted to direct activities and advise the expenditure of Community Participation Program funds.  Changes to the former plan were advised in response to a recent survey of residents and ongoing KIAA priorities.  Kathy did not seek re-election and was handing the work off to the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Included in the plan is SWLRT work, additional police patrols for ECLB, monthly newsletter, and neighborhood programming activities.</li>\r\n	<li>The final revised plan will be submitted to the city and put on record in the KIAA archives.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS is now published which reflects co-location of Light Rail and Freight Rail.  LRT Done Right is drafting a response to the SDEIS (Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement).  Jeanette Colby proposed that KIAA utilize the LRT Done Right as a foundation to the response for KIAA.  The responses are due by July 6<sup>th</sup> unless an extension is granted.  KIAA will draft a response representative of views expressed by residents and an evaluation of the SDEIS.  Any resident can review the SDEIS at <a href=\"http://www.metrocouncil.org/\">www.metrocouncil.org</a>.  Residents are encouraged to review environmental findings and mitigation plans and provide input to the Met Council directly.  The City of Minneapolis and Park Board are each planning to submit a response to the SDEIS in addition to those of LRT Done Right and KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to be involved with the Citizens Advisory Committee.  KIAA did not support co-location of freight and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor, but will focus the feedback on mitigation that is needed as determined by the board for safety, vibration, noise, light, and economic potential adverse effects on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of KIAA Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby was elected to Chair of the Board.  Ed Pluimer was re-elected as Treasurer.  Larry Moran was elected Vice Chair, to help oversee that transition of the position of Chair to Jeanette.  Shawn Smith was re-elected to Secretary.  The website will be updated by Jean Deatrich to reflect the officers for the next annual period.  It was noted that new members will be needed to continue the work of the board as some members have served for several terms and new resident participation is needed for succession planning.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2015 KIAA 4<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA had its 4<sup>th</sup> annual gathering on May 5<sup>th</sup> in Downtown Kenwood, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">In attendance were the KIAA board, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene, MPRB Anita Tabb, Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, 8 serving board members up for re-election, and approximately 80 neighbors.</p>\r\nThe gathering began at 6PM. The weather was great and everyone enjoyed complimentary Red Wagon Pizza and beverages provided by KIAA. Janet Hallaway from The Bridge for Youth was available to answer questions regarding her organization and to take donations. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM. He stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year: SWLRT work including work on the CAC and mitigation of potential adverse effects to the neighborhood, support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Movies in the Park, Kenwood Carnival, and the Skating Party. He also introduced Matt Spies, who leads the subcommittee working to address concerns over East Cedar Lake “Hidden” Beach. Angie Erdrich gave an update on the Raingarden to be constructed at Kenwood Corner in August 2015.\r\n\r\nLarry introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to himself: Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Ed Pluimer, and Shawn Smith. Larry made the motion for re-election, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood. If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us. If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> April 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">The KIAA Board met April 6, 2015, at Kenwood Rec Center.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Board Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Others present: Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and other Kenwood residents</p>\r\n\r\n<h1><strong>7th Ward Update - City Council Member Lisa Goodman </strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping on most north/south streets will be the week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; east/west streets and the remaining north/south streets will be the week of April 20<sup>th</sup>. Yard waste pickup begins week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; use compostable bags or yard waste containers.</li>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be on Wednesday April 29<sup>th</sup>. Olga Viso, Executive Director of the Walker Art Center, will give an in-depth look at the Walker’s $75 million renovation plans, including the Sculpture Garden and improvements to the hill and along Vineland Place. As usual, please arrive between 11:30 - 11:45 am to get lunch and a seat for the program.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa Goodman is also arranging a visit to the Minneapolis Emergency Operations Center the week of May 4<sup>th</sup> for interested residents. The Center was moved to Fridley and improved after the 35W bridge collapse. Space will be limited. Notice will be sent to anyone who is signed up for her regular notices by email. (Email her office if you would like to be added to her distribution list.)</li>\r\n	<li>Some qualified residents of CIDNA and Lowry Hill have volunteered to be on the Kenilworth Station Art and Landscape Committee that will look at station area design for some of the Minneapolis Southwest Light Rail stations. Selections will be made soon; contact Lisa Goodman’s office if anyone else is interested. KIAA expressed the strong interest in having this committee consider ways that the presence of a station could have a positive impact on problems at East Cedar Lake beach. Lisa Goodman thinks the committee will be focused only on the station design.</li>\r\n	<li>The owners of 1800 Lake/Knox project have stopped pumping water from the basement of the building into Lake Calhoun in accordance with the consent decree.</li>\r\n	<li>The City’s composting program has started; organics can be taken to drop-off sites listed at <a href=\"http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996\">http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996</a>. One of the drop-off sites is the South Transfer Station, 2850 20th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55407. Organics pick up will start in April 2016 for the Kenwood neighborhood. Homeowners will be charged for the service whether they sign up for pick up or not.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The East Cedar Lake Beach KIAA subcommittee recently met and also conducted an online survey. Survey results will be posted on NextDoor; there was interest in log-rolling, which could be once/week in partnership with the maker of synthetic logs who lives in the area, as well as point-to-point swimming across Cedar Lake. The Park Board indicated that they would be supportive of this swimming by providing a lifeguard and allowing this activity, which normally is prohibited.</li>\r\n	<li>The subcommittee discussed that the Park Police are best situated to determine when to deploy extra policing funded by KIAA. Josine Peters introduced a resolution to allocate an additional $3,000 (when added to the previously approved $5,000, for a total of $8,000) of remaining KIAA NRP funds to the Police Buy-Back contract with the City. Jack Levi seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Another idea for positive programming at the Beach is a canoe paddle derby. Jeanette Colby has confirmed the details for one KIAA-sponsored event for all ages: the Open Eye Figure Theatre Driveway Tour will be on Friday, June 5th at 7 p.m. at East Cedar Lake Beach. Residents are invited to picnic and enjoy an innovative puppet show. Jeanette Colby introduced a resolution approving $400 for the event; Kathy Low seconded and it passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Long-term solutions to the problems at the Beach were also discussed at the subcommitee’s recent meeting. Some of the Park Board’s ideas to be considered in the future include fixing up trails and constructing restrooms. <strong>The</strong> suggestion that a CAC be formed as a forum for discussing these kinds of changes was met with enthusiasm.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>SWLRT Discussion - Kathy Low</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy provided an update on the 106 review (environmental review process re: adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties in the neighborhood). KIAA continues to use the PVN consulting firm to assist in our role as consulting party in this process. Kathy proposed a resolution to approve a contract with PVN for 2015 and to add $2,000 to the contract with the City using Neighborhood Priority Plan funds to cover this cost. The consultant will discuss with KIAA what scope of work is requested for each future meeting. It is possible that CIDNA will share in the cost of the consultant’s time to prepare and attend meetings<strong>.</strong> The motion was seconded and carried unanimously. Kathy will attend the next 106 meeting on April 22<sup>nd</sup> and KIAA will seek a new representative for future meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>KIAA Annual Gathering – Angie Erdrich, Ed Pluimer</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> outside the downtown Kenwood businesses on West 21<sup>st</sup> Street beginning at 6 pm. BeARTrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Ed proposed a resolution to allocate $100 each to help with expenses those two businesses will incur as well as funds to cover other KIAA expenses for supplies for the event. Kathy Low seconded and the resolution passed unanimously. Delicious individually-prepared pizza will be prepared on site by Red Wagon Pizza. There will be a brief presentation by Chair Larry Moran at 6:30 describing KIAA activities. The 2015-2016 KIAA board will then be elected: new board members are needed and encouraged to attend. Last year was a huge success and all residents are welcome. Donations to the Bridge for Youth will be accepted.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:25 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, May 4th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on 21<sup>st</sup> Street in front of the Kenwood businesses as described above. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident in each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kiaa55405@gmail.com.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met March 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee), Dr. Eric Larson, and 6 other attendees and neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>No Update this month</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto provided an update on how KIAA funding was utilized in the summer of 2014 beach season. A total of 93 hours were utilized by park police for a budget cost of $6084, over the authorization of $5000 by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Most offenses at ECLB are due to narcotics and alcohol. Submitted for the minutes was a 10 year recap of police reports. 2014 had 101 reports written (not necessarily arrests)</li>\r\n	<li>Chief would like to continue to have “buy back” patrols in 2015 and to have funding in place before June for proactive presence at the beach. The Chief’s recommendation was to have an officer present from 11AM till 4PM on scheduled days (from buy back funding), so as not to double up coverage that is regularly scheduled after 2PM till 10PM, based on availability. He also recommended the board reach out to the 5<sup>th</sup> Precinct City Attorney for partnership in increasing awareness of repeat offenders. Further, to reach out to Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams for support.</li>\r\n	<li>Preceding the recommendation of the Hidden Beach task force, which will be provided to KIAA later in March, Jeanette Colby made a motion to authorize $5000 initially pending the recommendation of the committee (to be finalized March 17<sup>th</sup> at the rec center at 6:30, public welcome) and to be revisited at a later date in case extra funding is needed due to ideas that come from the task force. Josine Peters seconded. Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Larry Moran provided an update from the Community Advisory Committee meeting (Jody Strakosch is the neighborhood CAC representative), which occurs the last Tuesday of each month. Topics included Development Reviews, Community Works, and Design and Engineering. The primary issue was the SDEIS which will be delayed until late Spring or early summer, or later. This is important as SDEIS would speak to the environmental impact of co-location of freight and LRT in the Kenilworth Corridor with a single tunnel. Once complete, the public will have a 45 day period to comment.</li>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low provided an update on the 106 review (adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties). In December, KIAA sent a letter outlining concerns on this topic. MnDot agreed to expedite traffic studies to assess impact of project. It remains unclear what, if any, mitigation will be done to mitigate potential adverse impacts on historic properties. Motion carried unanimously for Kathy Low to send the letter regarding KIAA position on the channel. Motion also carried unanimously to authorize an additional $500 to pay the consultants PVN to help KIAA prepare a response letter to the most recent 106 consultation meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>Dr. Eric Larson, neighbor, addressed the board regarding the transportation of flammable liquids through the Kenilworth Corridor alongside SWLRT. He sent a letter to Fire Chief Fruetel asking him to explore the inherent danger of, and a plan to manage and mitigate the damage in the event of a spill or fire resulting from an ethanol train accident. Construction of the shallow tunnel will occur 12 feet from the freight rail track. Motion carried unanimously to endorse the letter.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn Smith made a motion to update, sign on behalf of KIAA, and send a letter to Senator Dibble recapping the discussion on outstanding questions on SWLRT from the last two meetings, to outline where information is needed and outstanding concerns that are not addressed. Seconded by Josine, carried unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Sculpture Garden Renovation – Josine Peters (minutes addendum)</h1>\r\n<strong>Statement:</strong>\r\n\r\nAs part of the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden renovation, the Walker Art Center will temporarily remove most sculptures. Many will be in storage, but others will be on short- or long-term loan to a number of Twin Cities institutions so that the public can still enjoy them during the construction project. The Walker is still in conversation with these potential partners and is identifying particular works for relocation. No official decisions have been made.\r\n\r\nOne thing we know for certain is that the Frank Gehry <em>Standing Fish</em> will be relocated from the Cowles Conservatory in order to reimagine that particular space. A formal announcement will be made in early 2015 announcing the relocation of specific artworks and their locations.\r\n\r\nMore information can be found on Minneapolisparks.org. Search under “current projects”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Carnival</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Motion carried unanimously to authorize $750 Kenwood Carnival.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> in front of the Kenwood Restaurant, 6-7:30. BeArtrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Food will be Red Wagon Pizza. New prospective board members are welcome. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Volunteers are Needed for Earth Day Cleanup.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meet on Saturday, April 25<sup>th</sup> at the Kenwood Rec Center. 9:30-noon. More info to come in April.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>February 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met February 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; 4 neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1>Lunch with Lisa on Feb 25<sup>th</sup> and the topic is TBD at the time of this meeting. There will be a communication shortly to provide interested residents the time, place and topic. The last lunch was well attended with a speaker from the Youth Homelessness Initiative.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There is a wrecking permit pulled for a residence at 2536 Upton S for a replacement house.</li>\r\n	<li>Property valuation notices for 2015 have been mailed to residents. If residents would like to have a review for equalization of their property value, it must be done at this time. If you believe your property is not correctly assessed, please refer to the City of Minneapolis website for instructions. You will need to pull your own comparative properties and submit an application for review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update, Section 106 Review (potential affects of SWLRT on historic properties) – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that the next SWLRT section 106 consultation meeting is 2/6. KIAA will attend the meeting along with the other consulting parties; SWLRT project staff, the State Historic Preservation Office, City of Minneapolis, the Park Board, CIDNA, and others. This meeting concerns solely the impact on the historical Kenilworth Channel crossing. Adverse effects on neighborhood historic properties from construction as well as operation of the trains and related traffic will continue to be the top focus of KIAA at future 106 meetings. Jeanette Colby motioned to approve $500 for the KIAA retained consultants Preservation Design Works to attend the meeting, Josine Peters seconded. The motion was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a follow up discussion led by Larry Moran regarding the need for specifics from the SW Project office for what to expect in 2015 on the project to be able to inform residents and how best to obtain that information. Suggestions that were made would be finalized after the meeting as a follow up but included contacting representatives to request their attention to any concerns that are not being addressed.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Larry Moran</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA task force is continuing to work on solutions for the 2015 beach season. The importance of continuity was stressed for a neighborhood strategy to address neighborhood concerns regarding the beach. If KIAA funds extra park police patrols in 2015, KIAA would work with funding recipients to align on how the money would be spent, and would look to include Chief Ohotto and Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams in the conversations. Jack Levi to follow up with Kathy Williams for an update from the task force on long term strategies and next steps.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> January 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 5, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Vice Chair Mike Bono called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; Dan Pennie, Anne Carayon, Dylan Thomas (SW Journal), Jean Deatrick (Hill and Lakes Press), Bruce Brunner, Donna Minter, Jody Strakosch\r\n\r\n7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman\r\n<h1><em> </em>Lunch with Lisa on Jan 28<sup>th</sup> will feature a Youth Homelessness speaker. RSVP to Lisa’s office is appreciated.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>SWLRT. There will be CIDNA, KIAA, Bryn Mawr, and Cedar Lake Park Association representation on committees regarding the W 21<sup>st</sup> St and Penn Ave stations. The city is seeking individuals with landscape architecture experience to serve on the committees and give input on environmental mitigation and remediation strategies.</li>\r\n	<li>A CIDNA homeowner described damage to homes on Sunset Blvd from the recent Met Council sewer reconstruction project. The Met Council and its contractor have not satisfactorily addressed the homeowners’ property damage claims according to the testimonial. Kathy Low brought forth a resolution for discussion, similar to one recently passed by CIDNA, requesting that the Met Council revise processes to resolve damage disputes and compensate property owners who suffer damage due to Met Council projects, especially in light of the proposed SWLRT construction. Discussion on how to engage state and city leadership is an issue that is common to neighborhoods at risk of damage by construction, for the agenda of a January 21<sup>st</sup> meeting. Kathy Low moved for approval of the resolution. Jeanette Colby seconded. Unanimously passed and final version was published to KIAA post-meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that on 1/7 the Park Board will vote on two resolutions – 1) request approval of funding to complete a study of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel for SWLRT 2) a letter to the FTA stating that input from the Park Board has not been duly considered (note: the Park Board subsequently voted to approve these motions in the 1/7 meeting). In the board’s materials for discussion is the KIAA Section 106 letter (which is in regard to the adverse effects of construction on historic districts or properties). This letter was approved between KIAA monthly meetings. There was a general discussion regarding upcoming opportunities for neighborhood input, potentially coordinating input with CIDNA and Cedar Lake Park Association, and the reliability of the funding for above mentioned mitigation strategies.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Property Resolution – Kathy Low</h1>\r\nHidden Beach Committee\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike Bono surfaced the discussion of the formation of a KIAA committee to proactively handle concerns for Hidden Beach. The committee chair description was developed by Chair Larry Moran prior to the meeting and was reviewed by the board members present. Angie Erdrich offered to get input on the draft description from Kathy Williams and the Hidden Beach committee she chairs currently.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nKIAA Annual Gathering\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The date of the Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. Preparations are underway and more details are to come. All neighbors are encouraged to join in the annual celebration of our neighborhood, and participate in the election of the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nRain Gardens\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich shared that 20 residents had applied for raingardens. A huge win for the</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>The Rain Garden grant is through Metro Blooms.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Addendum:</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The City of Minneapolis Public Works Department, after consultation with the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board, is working with a contractor to install a temporary diversion of the stormwater system from an outfall pipe in the Lagoon (between Lake of the Isles and Lake Calhoun) to the north shoreline of Lake Calhoun.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWork on the installation begain last week and is expected to be completed by January 16.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Mike Bono at 8:39 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<table width=\"640\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"9\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"4\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n&nbsp;','KIAA','','inherit','closed','closed','','1607-revision-5','','','2017-10-02 12:57:41','2017-10-02 17:57:41','',1607,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/10/02/1607-revision-5/',0,'revision','',0),(1615,2,'2017-10-02 12:57:42','2017-10-02 17:57:42','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(click on a topic below to view)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#what\">What is KIAA?</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#message\">Message from KIAA Chair</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#listing\">Listing of Board Members</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#join\">Join a Committee</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#support\">Support Our Neighborhood</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#minutes\">KIAA Board Meeting Minutes</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Bylaws_2011.pdf\">KIAA bylaws (click for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-EEO-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA EEO Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-ADA-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA ADA Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/KIAA-Grievance-Procedure1.docx\">KIAA Grievance Procedure</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"what\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>What is KIAA ?</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Isles Area Association</strong> <strong></strong>is a volunteer organization of Kenwood residents who, since 1962, have worked together in a collaborative effort to address issues and matters related to maintaining and improving the quality of life in our neighborhood. The neighborhood-elected Board of Directors generally meets the 1st Monday of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. These meetings are open to the public. The topics of discussion include:\r\n\r\nA City Council update from Lisa Goodman, our City Council representative\r\n\r\nA Treasurer’s report\r\n\r\nCommittee updates\r\n\r\nOther neighborhood updates/news\r\n\r\nWe invite you to attend our meetings and to become involved in the neighborhood by joining the Board or serving on one of our committees: Communications, Crime and Safety, Events/Special Projects, Light Rail Transit (LRT), Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP), and Zoning.\r\n\r\nWe also invite you to participate in our neighborhood events which include:\r\n\r\nThe City of Lakes Loppet and neighborhood skating party in late January/early February\r\n\r\nOur annual neighborhood meeting in May\r\n\r\nSpecial events in Kenwood Park during the summer\r\n\r\nThe Twin Cities Marathon in early October.\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA Mission Statement</strong> – To build a strong community in the Kenwood-Isles area by providing leadership, information on local matters, and a forum for issues resolution.\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Mascot</strong>, Egret (Why the Egret you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Color</strong>, Red (Why red you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\"><img title=\"egret-red\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"448\" height=\"261\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Message from KIAA Chair</strong> –\r\n\r\nThe KIAA Board continues to work on issues affecting Kenwood residents. These issues include:\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li><strong>Light Rail</strong>. The planned construction of light rail in the neighborhood brings both great opportunity and challenge. Connecting to a growing system will allow residents access to the western suburbs, both downtowns, the northern suburbs, and the airport. We face two challenges with the arrival of light rail: we need to ensure that it moves safely through the neighborhood; we need to work to make sure that is has the least impact on the neighborhood and the environment. To that end, we have neighbors on the various committees that are making decisions on design, station areas, and the mitigation of the overall effect the project will have on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Freight Rail Re-Route</strong>. The approved plan for the light rail construction requires the reroute of the freight line out of the Kenilworth Corridor (because of space constraints). Currently, there is discussion to redesign the project in order to allow both light rail and freight rail to run in the corridor. KIAA Board members are involved in meetings that discuss the issue and are trying to make sure resident concerns are heard.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Parade Road</strong>. Though it is not in Kenwood, the reconstruction of the road in front of Parade Ice Garden affects many residents. We have followed the discussions and have heard presentations from Anita Tabb, our Park Board Representative.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>The Budget</strong>. As we faced last year, budget issues are affecting Kenwood Recreation Center. We are working closely with the management of the center to offer whatever help we can.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\nWe invite your input and involvement in any of these issues. We also are glad to hear from you about any other issue you think is affecting the quality of life in our neighborhood. Join us for our monthly board meeting. Volunteer to be part of the board or work on specific board committees (e.g., LRT, zoning, communications, crime and safety). Visit our new website (<strong><a href=\"../../\">http://kenwoodminneapolis.org</a></strong>) and stay informed on neighborhood events and news.\r\n\r\nThanks and have a great spring!\r\n\r\nKIAA Board Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"listing\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Shawn Smith (Chair)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Larry Moran (Vice Chair) </strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Jack Levi (Secretary)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:jack@levicapital.com\">jack@levicapital.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Matthew Spies (Treasurer)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>matthew.spies@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Michael Bono</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:mbono@brocade.com\">mbono@brocade.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Mark Brown</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:pluim2020@aol.com\">M</a>ark@AcceleratedInnovations.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong><a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><a href=\"mailto:angie_sandeep@yahoo.com\">angie_sandeep@yahoo.c</a>om\r\n\r\n<strong>Carl Goldstein</strong>\r\n\r\ncarl@wordsonfire.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Kyle Leier</strong>\r\n\r\nKyleier@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeremy Nichols</strong>\r\n\r\njsn@umn.edu\r\n\r\n<strong>Will Stensrud</strong>\r\n\r\nwillstensrud@gmail.com\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div><strong>Join a Committee</strong> – The <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> would love to have more neighborhood participation on our standing committees. We need your ideas on how to make the <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> even better and more relevant to everyone in the neighborhood. Any one who lives or owns property in the Kenwood neighborhood is eligible to join. If you are interested in participating, please contact any of the committee members listed:</div>\r\n<table width=\"810\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Communications </strong>(Chair is vacant) –This committee works toward better communication among neighbors, KIAA Board members, and other organizations and entities. It also works to promote the Kenwood neighborhood.Responsibilities include:</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Publishing the semi-annual KIAA newsletter and monthly e-newsletter</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the KIAA web site</li>\r\n	<li>Creating/maintaining the neighborhood welcome kit</li>\r\n	<li>Developing communication materials and methods</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the neighborhood e-mail distribution list</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong> Chair is Mark Johnson – <a href=\"mailto:mjruns26@gmail.com\">mjruns26@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee works to promote safety in the Kenwood neighborhood.Goals include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Keeping the community safe</li>\r\n	<li>Educating residents about safety issues</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating information about crimes in the area in a timely and accurate manner</li>\r\n	<li>Recruiting block leaders</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining a relationship with the Minneapolis Police Dept. and Crime Prevention Specialist</li>\r\n	<li>For more information or to subscribe to the quarterly e-newsletter for our precinct (the 5th) visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>or text SPOTLIGHT to 22828.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Events/Special Projects</strong> Chair is Amy Lucas – <a href=\"mailto:amylucas@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">amymlucas@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee plans neighborhood events and works with the Kenwood Recreation Center staff and other neighborhood associations to co-sponsor events. It also addresses issues of current interest to neighborhood residents and ensures KIAA representation on community task forces.Some of the annual events coordinated by this committee are:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Skating party</li>\r\n	<li>Earth day/community cleanup day</li>\r\n	<li>Neighborhood Annual Meeting</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>LRT</strong> Chair is Jeanette Colby – <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\" target=\"_blank\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\nHennepin County and the Met Council are planning a light rail line (SWLRT) between Eden Prairie and downtown Minneapolis that would run along the Kenilworth Trail through the Kenwood neighborhood. KIAA has taken an active role in advocating for high design standards and mitigation that protect our parks and neighborhood.Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Attending community meetings</li>\r\n	<li>Drafting resolutions</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with the KIAA Board and neighbors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong></strong><strong>NRP </strong>Chair position is vacant\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as liaison with the Minneapolis Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) and with the new Minneapolis Neighborhood &amp; Community Relations (NCR) Department.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Management of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Solicitation of neighborhood projects to be recipients of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Completion of required paperwork</li>\r\n	<li>Development and implementation of our NRP Phase II plan</li>\r\n	<li>Communication with NRP staff and neighborhood activists citywide regarding NRP matters</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and written materials required by new Minneapolis NCR Department</li>\r\n	<li>Frequent updates regarding NRP and Minneapolis NCR/NCEC matters at KIAA Board meetings</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Zoning</strong> Chair is Larry Moran – <a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as the liaison between neighborhood homeowners seeking variances or conditional use permits and the KIAA Board.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Responding to neighbor’s questions regarding neighborhood zoning rules</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating the variance or conditional use permit process to neighbors</li>\r\n	<li>Meeting with neighbors to review any variance or conditional use permit requests</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with Minneapolis zoning and planning officials</li>\r\n	<li>Presenting requests for variances or conditional use permits to the KIAA Board</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"support\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Support Our Neighborhood – </strong>Your membership helps<strong> KIAA</strong> support neighborhood projects and events. Click on the link below to download a PDF of the membership form, then print out the form:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?attachment_id=113\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-113\">KIAA_Membership form (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform.gif\"><img title=\"KIAA Membership Form\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform-150x150.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong>July 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 7/10/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center<ins cite=\"mailto:Lucas%20Lucas\" datetime=\"2012-07-16T18:56\"></ins></p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Absent:  Mark Brown.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the  “50% design regarding Peavey Plaza”</li>\r\n	<li>The Penn/Oliver reconstruction project continues; the Penn Ave S setback has been approved. You can go to the Penn Oliver website for more information. Hard finish will be before 8/25/17, before school starts</li>\r\n	<li>The home on 2431 W22nd St is a potential teardown: No news yet regarding this property</li>\r\n	<li>Aug 1, 2017 is National Night Out: Permit application is by July 18<sup>th</sup> to avoid $100 fee.</li>\r\n	<li>Kmart on Lake St: The City is thinking about alternative locations for KMart. The City owns the land and building and the lease expires in 2050. Kmart’s demands are currently not acceptable to the City, so there is a deadlock for now on negotiations.</li>\r\n	<li>Regarding the 35W reconstruction: Starting in August, Interstate 35W will be under construction between I-94 in downtown Minneapolis and 46th Street. Bridges across 35W will be repaired or reconstructed.</li>\r\n	<li>The Pirate Mermaid event is on July 15 1-3pm. Need help with pirate booty and lemonade; Jeanette has offered to help.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a photo area for families to take pictures</li>\r\n	<li>Has KIAA done a neighborhood walking tour? Amanda thinks it would be a good idea. She will propose something.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake event – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The family event that took place in June resulted in commotion at the beach. The police presence diminished after that.  Then, another day following this commotion, there was a fight at the beach, followed by confrontation between the beachgoers and the police.  Following these events, KIAA met with the police; Matt sent a memo to the KIAA Board regarding this meeting with the police 2 weeks ago.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding encampments at Hidden Beach (as well as around South Minneapolis).</li>\r\n	<li>Ron wants to go over photos for ideas regarding paths for walking around the Hidden Beach area, as well as other parts of Cedar Lake. KIAA would like to hear his ideas and then form a committee to steer ideas into reality.</li>\r\n	<li>South Cedar Beach will be re-designed as a result of a private donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>John Peterson</strong>\r\n\r\nThis organization makes saunas available by bringing the sauna to the public. It is a mobile sauna 20X8 ft. John was referred to the park board to obtain a permit.\r\n\r\nThe company is now a coop and they are trying to expand. They currently have 141 members.\r\n\r\nJohn would like to do an event in August 2017 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nJeanette raised the issue that beach goers should be invited to make reservations, not just Kenwood residents. In general, the KIAA board that this would support the KIAA objective for positive programming at the beach.\r\n\r\nThe Motion for sauna operation at Hidden Beach by Will was approved by all.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\nMatt gave a KIAA financial report covering current account balances and monthly financial activity.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>2017 Neighborhood Priority Plan– Mike Bono</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe following was approved by the KIAA Board today:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) is participating in the Community Participation Program (CPP) for Minneapolis neighborhood organizations. CPP is a city program designed to give residents and property owners the power to improve or maintain their own neighborhoods and direct city resources to fit their needs.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe goal of Neighborhood Priority Plans is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners. Neighborhood Priority Plans must be developed and adopted through a thorough neighborhood participation process. The plan identifies preliminary neighborhood priorities (as identified by the neighborhood) and potential partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the result of the neighborhood survey, KIAA proposes to use its Community Participation Program funds allocated to the Neighborhood Priority Plan as listed below:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n1) Support community outreach and consulting services related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n2) Provide funding for landscaping around Lake of the Isles and for spreading awareness about preserving Cedar Lake Park.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n3) Provide funding for increased crime prevention and safety activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n4) Support the Kenwood Recreation Center, Kenwood School, and local businesses with funding for programming activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n5) Continue to fund a resource to assist KIAA with its communication efforts.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSpecifically, the proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan would include but no be limited to:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Supporting cooperative efforts with surrounding neighborhoods and organizations to minimize negative impacts on the Kenilworth trail as a result of the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Provide funding to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Continuing annual support of additional police patrols at East Cedar Lake Beach and other crime prevention activities such as increased police patrols in the alleys.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Contracting for part-time help to continue the monthly e-newsletter, and other communication efforts including developments regarding LRT.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Providing funding for educational programming and social activities with Kenwood School</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on September 11, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a>June Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met June 5<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</strong></p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1>Highlights from the KIAA Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Annual Gathering was held on Monday May 8<sup>th</sup> (rain date)</li>\r\n	<li>Total attendees were approximately 100.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2017-2018 board was elected, including 3 new board members (Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein).  Josine Peters stepped down, and we thank her for her service.</li>\r\n	<li>Speakers included Louise Erdrich regarding the renovation of the former Stephen Dean’s Tailors space, and Deb Pilger from MPRB regarding goats at Hidden Beach.  MetroBlooms and Hennepin County Recycling set up information tables.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction utility and roadwork is beginning.  The work will be completed by early fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Lunch with Lisa Field Trip will happen June 21<sup>st</sup> at 11:45AM.  You can choose from an Arts Tour of the Sculpture Garden, or a Hard Hat Tour of The Target Center Renovation.  Please contact Lisa’s office, as space is limited.  The next Lunch with Lisa is in September and will cover the Peavey Plaza renovation.</li>\r\n	<li>The City will not be able to ban plastic bags from grocery stores as originally planned (due to state legislative pre-emption).  The City is exploring other options and strategies to reduce the use of plastic bags.</li>\r\n	<li>Household hazardous waste events are occurring in June, July, and August.  The city will recover or recycle paint, solvents, etc. for free.  The next two are June 23-24 at the Public Works Facility (3607 E 44<sup>th</sup> St), and July 28-29 at Jenny Lind Elementary (5025 Bryant Ave N)</li>\r\n	<li>There was an open discussion on plastic bags, organic composting, downtown crime</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Election of Officers - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board elected officers for the 2017-2018 season, and welcomed three new directors.  The new KIAA board was unanimously approved by vote; Chair:  Shawn Smith.  Vice-Chair:  Larry Moran.  Treasurer:  Matt Spies.  Secretary:  Jack Levi.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nConflict of Interest Policy - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Board approved the KIAA Conflict of Interest Policy by email voting on April 26<sup>th</sup>, 2017.</li>\r\n	<li>Each board member signed the policy which is designed to 1) protect public trust in the integrity of the KIAA-decision making process and 2) to establish the procedures applicable to the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest in the context of transactions or arrangements entered into by KIAA where a member may have a financial interest in or fiduciary responsibility towards an entity with which KIAA is negotiating a transaction or arrangement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that donations in 2017 were down more than 50% vs. 2016.  This needs to be a focus for the upcoming fiscal year.  Jeanette made a motion to approve reimbursements as noted on financial detail.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Oriole Feeding Installations/Prairie Restoration Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie requested reimbursement for $192 to support the installation of the Oriole Feeding Station, to plant new plants in the prairie restoration area and food for the orioles.  The plants are consistent with the strategy as they are part of the natural environment for the prairie and orioles.  The funding was already approved at the April meeting and is under budget so was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Programming– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown and Will Stensruud planned the June 10<sup>th</sup> Family Beach Opener.  Artrageous is hosting activities for kids.  Jeanette moved to approve $300 for food and refreshments and not more than $500.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Summer Solstice Celebration on Wednesday, June 21<sup>st</sup>.  Artrageous is hosting the solstice party and it will be shared via social media.</li>\r\n	<li>Yoga is free to the public (hosted by KIAA) is held every Thursday at 7PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Open water swims start Monday June 19<sup>th</sup>.  Participants must sign up with the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Jim Gilroy Bench Dedication – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA last year lost a beloved board member, Jim Gilroy.  Thanks to the generosity of Kenwood residents, Jim’s friends and family, a bench was purchased in his memory on the Lake of the Isles Walking Path, across from Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church.  On Sunday, June 25<sup>th</sup> (1-5PM) there will be a dedication picnic.  All are welcome to attend to celebrate his life.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Park Board Update – Mark Holtey\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Rec Center will receive a Little Library this month.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Minnesota Zoomobile Presentation Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> at the Kenwood Park Picnic area from 1-1:45PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Movies in the Park at Kenwood Part resumes Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> 15 minutes after dusk.  This month’s showing will be <em>Hidden Figures</em>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on Monday, July 10th, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met April 3<sup>rd</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</strong></p>\r\n<strong> <img title=\"More...\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-includes/js/tinymce/plugins/wordpress/img/trans.gif\" alt=\"\" />Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown, Angie Erdrich, and Matt Spies.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick.</strong>\r\n<h1><strong><em> </em></strong></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction is scheduled to begin within a couple of months. The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting reviewing the project on April 25<sup>th</sup> at 6:30 at the Kenwood Rec Center.  There will be a separate public meeting on the assessment, tentatively scheduled for May 9<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>The April 26<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will host representatives from the Park Board and Walker Sculpture Garden.  They will discuss public art and sculpture, including updates on the Walker.  Please call Lisa’s office to order a lunch in advance ($10).</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping begins April 11. <a href=\"http://www.minneapolis.gov/streetsweeping\">www.minneapolismn.gov/publicworks/streetsweeping</a>.  Please be sure to follow parking restrictions to avoid a ticket.  Yard waste bundles will also be picked up at the same time – place it with recycling for pickup.  Do not sweep into the street as it is damaging to the environment.</li>\r\n	<li>As Backyard Fire season begins, please observe City Rules:  Permitted only 9AM to 10PM, burn only untreated fire wood (no trash), fire must be 25 feet from a structure and in a fire ring.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>I-35W will be under rehabilitation starting Summer 2017-Fall 2021, between 43<sup>rd</sup> St S and 15<sup>th</sup> St.  Please see <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies (Pre-Report)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt pre-reported less than $2500 in expenditures for the month, which included payments for the Hill and Lake Press Annual Sponsorship, down payments for the annual gathering, and board liability insurance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>2552 W Lake of the Isles Variance – Ryan Smith, Tyler Hillger</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Construction on the vacant lot at 2552 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway will require two variances to build as designed:  1) Front Yard Setback.  Due to the curve of the street, the setback rule would place the house in violation.  The variance would allow the setback variance to be consistent with the adjacent homes.  As designed, the front of the home will be behind the front of the original home down in 2004.  2) Terrace Square Footage Maximum.  The planned terrace would be allowable if variance 1 is approved.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA did not make a motion on the variance and requested that the board be kept informed and adjacent neighbors directly engaged by the homeowner.</li>\r\n	<li>If approved by the city, construction would begin late summer 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP and Priority Plan</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to approve the 2016 KIAA CPP Annual Report, which will be submitted to the city.</li>\r\n	<li>Mike presented a Financial Interest and Fiduciary Responsibility conflict of interest policy, now required by Minneapolis, to preserve public trust in the integrity of KIAA decision-making process.  The policy, once signed, will also be posted to the KIAA website.  The policy will be voted on between meetings to allow board members time to review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Will reviewed the proposed budget for the summer of 2017 at $5450, to support programming: Yoga, Log Rolling, June 10 Summer Kickoff Party, BeArtrageous, and a Music Series.  Motions were made to fund June 10<sup>th</sup> Summer Kickoff ($1300), Yoga ($600 for 10 sessions), the June 21<sup>st</sup> Solstice Party ($150), July 15<sup>th</sup> Pirates and Mermaids ($500).  Approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         An additional expenditure of $2000 was proposed to buy a generator to fill a bounce house for weekly events.  Due to liability concerns, the subcommittee was asked to go back and research further prior to a vote on the funding.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering May 1<sup>st</sup> – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Gathering is 6-7:30 at Kenwood Corner</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA board members are requested to sign up for tasks.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.  Current board members were requested to announce their intent to run prior to the next meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project Updates – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn provides updates on this standing topic, the #1 priority for the board per the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey.</li>\r\n	<li>County Transit Improvement Board did not vote unanimously from disbanding, with Dakota County voting against without a larger payout, and Hennepin County against because commissioners knew that CTIB would not disband.  It remains to be seen whether a county sales tax can be implemented to fund the missing state share of $135M</li>\r\n	<li>SWLRT and Bottineau line are not approved for funding in the new proposed federal budget.  84 State legislators signed a letter to Transportation Secretary Chao further requesting that funding be withheld because it did not have legislative support.</li>\r\n	<li>Files are advancing at the state level to remove/increase railroad liability for co-location, block any future light rail transit without state approval, and implement terms and elections to Met Council officials.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is the Annual Gathering on Monday, May 1st, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 6<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mark Brown, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n<h1> The Agenda Was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting held during the month of April, an announcement will be sent out on Next Door.  There will be a public hearing in May regarding the assessment.</li>\r\n	<li>The March 29<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will be an update on Peavey Plaza renovations.</li>\r\n	<li>Unspent and frozen NRP money will be returned to neighborhoods.  Kenwood received $1000 back.  The amount received by Kenwood for NRP was mostly spent in support of our neighborhood priorities.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA donated $750 to support the Kenwood School auction.</li>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the importance of managing the budget on a three-year cycle, tied to the funding cycle from the city.  Also discussed was ensuring that the budget would address reimbursable expenditures vs non-reimbursable expenditures that depend on neighbor contributions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt submitted a proposal to define objectives for the 2017 season, focusing on the implementation of 3 recurring activities such as puppet shows, yoga, log rolling, etc.  Additionally, how to engage the Park Board to implement improvements to the beach prior to SWLRT operations.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to take the lead on planning the programming.  Options will be discussed for future seasons to fund an intern to manage the programming and community outreach.  For 2017, a subcommittee will be formed to develop the action plan and report to the board at the April meeting.  Larry noted that it is important to share the plan at the annual neighborhood gathering on May 1<sup>st</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The gathering is May 1<sup>st</sup>.  Angie put together a to-do and sign up list for tasks that need to be completed to have a successful event.  The biggest issue to finalize is food.  KIAA is exploring different options that can reduce cost.  An option is to identify any neighborhood caterers or restaurant owners to support the event with food.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January Citizens Advisory Council meeting.   The Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District voted unanimously to permit SWLRT for construction through the waters that it manages.  Cedar Lake and the Kenilworth Channel drain into the creek and the Mississippi River, which MCWD manages.</li>\r\n	<li>On March 8<sup>th</sup>, County Transit Improvement Board voted to disband, clearing the way for Hennepin County to implement a 50 cent sales tax to fund SWLRT state share and ongoing operational costs.  However, because Dakota County voted against disbanding, there will be a process to follow where either CTIB will have one county member, or increasing the buyout to the county to gain their vote.</li>\r\n	<li>Full federal funding grant of $900M, if awarded, will happen by the end of June.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates:  Please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 3<sup>rd</sup>, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 6th, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Mark Brown, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Police Chief Ohotto, and 4 other residents.\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\nCity Council Update – Lisa Goodman\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner and contribute 7% of the total budget of $1M.  There will be a large neighborhood meeting held in advance to share details.  Work will be completed prior to fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The February 22<sup>nd</sup> Lunch with Lisa topic is Emergency Preparedness, including natural disasters and pandemic readiness.  Please contact her office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Ward 7 has been prioritized for the City’s Tree Planting Program.  Residents can get information and order trees March 6-12 at <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.  There will be a lottery, and those selected will be notified by March 22.  Trees will have a nominal cost to residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette provided an update on the parking situation in Downtown Kenwood.  She reported that the business owners did not support a KIAA proposed solution to add restrict parking to one side of 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Another possible solution is to clarify the parking signs on Penn Avenue in front of Kenwood School.  One resident from Oliver Ave expressed his concerns on the adverse effect he is experiencing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA dedicated $5000 for police overtime (80 hours of patrols).  2016 had the second lowest number of police reports since the lowest year (2008).</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The Chief continues to recommend a balance of extra patrols with the positive programming that has happened in the last 2 years.  Neighborhood involvement/usage of the beach is also important, vs. solely relying on police patrols.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Jeanette moved to spend $5000 for 2017 continued additional policing, pending the securing of city funding via the Neighborhood Priority Plan contract.  Mike will inform the board once city funding is confirmed.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The party was rescheduled for February 12<sup>th</sup> due to poor ice conditions.  KIAA will still contribute cookies towards the event.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Residents donated $747 last month, most in response to the annual newsletter.  KIAA also received some city reimbursements, totaling $2500.  KIAA appreciates the local funding of the neighborhood residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jean Deatrich has helped Matt mail thank you letters in response to all donations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Letter of Concern over 3020 Kenwood Parkway – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Calhoun-Isles Association is opposing the construction of a Residential High Rise on the Northeast Corner of Lake Calhoun that would possibly violate the Shoreland Overlay District and would certainly be in opposition to local ordinance.  The building would be 59 feet tall and out of character with the surrounding neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed a letter stating KIAA’s position that developers need to respect the overlay district not only for this project/lake but for future projects and other lakes.  This position supports the KIAA Neighborhood Priority of protecting the environment, lakes, and waterways.  The Overlay height restriction exists to protect the lake edge from out of scale development, shading, and wind concentration and a negative human caused impact on the environment.  Larry moved to send the letter, approved unanimously.  A response was received from CM Lisa Bender that it does not violate the Overlay Disctrict but does violate local zoning.  Jeanette is working with the city and C-I Association to clarify.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The annual gathering and board elections are May 1.  Any residents that would like to run for a board position are encouraged to contact KIAA; ssmith288@me.com.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         To reduce costs, new food alternatives will be considered for the annual gathering.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood School Request – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The School requested $750 in funding to be a sponsor of the Kenwood School Auction and Fundraiser.  KIAA supported this request in 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA view is that the funding supports the Neighborhood Priority of supporting robust programming and education our Kenwood School, which not only serves Kenwood children but children from other parts of the city.  Shawn moved to support the funding, unanimously approved.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January CAC meeting.   The Southwest Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that at the State Legislature GOP leadership is challenging that the Met Council will rely on the state to pay 50% of ongoing operating costs for light rail and transit but the state has no voice in which or how many projects are built.  That would mean that there is no elected voice in the regional transit plan and required state funding.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District is meeting on February 23<sup>rd</sup> to vote whether to approve permits for SWLRT construction and operation in areas that MCWD manages.  The MCWD is responsible for maintaining the water quality for the Watershed, which includes the Chain of Lakes.  The public comment period closed February 2<sup>nd,</sup> and many testified concerns about conflicts of interest with MCWD managers.  Most managers were appointed by Hennepin County Commissioners, that support the project.</li>\r\n	<li>As only 3 Kenwood properties are identified to have severe averse impacts, KIAA will consider funding an independent study of vibration and noise similar to one conducted at the Minneapolis/St Louis Park border.  The study would evaluate the Kenilworth Corridor north of the Kenilworth Channel.  Jeanette will contact the engineers to find out if there would be any benefit and what the cost would be.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will kick off the planning for ECLB programming for 2017.  He will solicit resident ideas.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJanuary 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 9th, 2017 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Will Stensrud, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Directors Absent:  Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mike Bono, Treasurer Matt Spies.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Snow Emergencies are communicated via Facebook, Instragram, Email/text alerts, City of Minneapolis Mobile App.  All residents are encouraged to sign up for alerts to be aware of when Snow Emergencies are declared.</li>\r\n	<li>Road Sand is available from the City Public Works Sites, to be placed in a barrel in areas that are needed.  Please contact Lisa’s office to request a barrel of sand.</li>\r\n	<li>Christmas Trees are recycled by the city.  Please put your trees at your regular pickup site.  Old Christmas lights can also be recycled; go to <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is January 25<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall.  The topic is Public Art, including a sneak preview of the Nicollet Mall art.  Lisa is always interested in constituents’ ideas for topics.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette brought to Lisa’s attention NRP survey results to get her perspective on what is within the city’s ability to address.  Many issues raised in the survey, including noise and excessive speed are regulated and difficult to enforce.  Any public works issues such as alley defects should be directed to Lisa’s office.  Jeanette will follow up with Lisa to address the continuing parking and alley access problem by Downtown Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Warming House – Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy shared that a volunteer group with representatives from from CIDNA, Lowry Hill and East Isles, the Minneapolis Parks Foundation, MPRB staff and local architects are considering that the warming house should be replaced, in part based on age (18 years old). The cost to bring the structure in and out by crane is increasing to $20K per year; a new structure designed to be more easily transported could make moving it less expensive. The idea being discussed is to change the structure into one that can be used all year, across different sites, for different purposes. There will be a design competition and funds raised. KIAA supports the idea of replacement but there was a discussion as to whether it\'s appropriate for KIAA to contribute neighborhood funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Treasurer Report – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Several contributions were received in January ($398) as a result of the Fall Newsletter.  KIAA appreciates the support and Matt will work with Jean to send acknowledgement letters to the donors.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie will provide via cookies for the party funded by KIAA.  The party is January 22<sup>nd</sup> from 1-3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Application – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will help manage the process for Rain garden applications and awarding grants from MetroBlooms.  This year is the third year of this partnership, and this year there will be no cost to KIAA.  KIAA will make an in-kind donation of time and resources to promote the initiative.  More information will be provided by the end of January.  Rain gardens support our NRP initiative of protecting the lakes and environment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Cedar Lake Orioles Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie is leading engagement with Kenwood School to reinstall Oriole feeding stations this spring.  Last year, orioles were abundant and several classes visited Cedar Lake Park to see them, accompanied by teachers and neighborhood volunteers.  This initiative is important because it drives more family and educational opportunities at Cedar Lake.  Angie requested $200 for laminated signs and feeding station supplies (food).  Jeanette moved to approve, unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering Planning Kickoff – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The annual gathering will be May 1<sup>st</sup> in downtown Kenwood, which includes food and election of KIAA officers.  In order to keep costs in check, other food options will be explored.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Communication Committee – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Will, Mark, and Jeanette will work with Jean regarding a communication committee and communication plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that CTIB is likely in the process of self-dissolving so that Hennepin County can raise the transit sales tax to .5%, to fund the missing $140M state share of funding.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion whether to contact the FTA regarding Met Council compliance to 2012 Certification Requirements for Federal Funding, and without a vote KIAA determined not to take any action.</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is contacting three LRT- adjacent property owners to discuss construction.  These are the only houses at 21<sup>st</sup> St that the Met Council deems to be impacted by LRT operations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The top 5 priorities from the survey were identified – SWLRT, Lakes/Parks/Environment, Kenwood Rec Center events, Hidden Beach Safety, and Kenwood School.  Jeanette wrote a summary report to share with anyone interested.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Calhoun Association is asking KIAA to support opposition to a 54 foot tall residential building to be built adjacent to Tin Fish on Lake Calhoun (replacing 3 existing homes).  The proposed structure would be within the Shoreland Overlay District which has a height restriction of 36 feet.  As an action taken between meetings, the proposal will be reviewed and voted on whether to support or not support the opposition.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board Police Chief Ohotto will be invited to attend the KIAA February Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>December 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 5th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis finalizes its 2017 budget on December 7th.  On November 30<sup>th</sup>, there was a public hearing; 45 people provided testimony on the mayor’s proposed budget. There was a significant organized effort to reduce proposed police budgeting in favor of more community based non-profit policing.  The mayor had proposed adding 15 additional sworn officers as 2016 had the lowest number of officers this decade, 100 less than 2009.  Neighborhoods Organizing for Change challenged that increase.  (Addendum Post KIAA Meeting:  December 7<sup>th</sup> saw a similar number of testimonials and content, and the budget was adopted with the 15 additional officers.)</li>\r\n	<li>The budget also proposes a new position of Small Business Navigator.  This position would assist small businesses in navigating the Minneapolis city laws and regulations.  Lisa supports up to 4 positions in order to help small business navigate the city’s complex licensing and codes.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa emphasized that the Final Truth in Taxation notices that were mailed in November did not include the voter approved school special taxation levy.  Therefore, property taxes are understated by approximately 10%.  Revised Final Notices will not be mailed.  (Note to residents:  look at your 2016 School District Voter Approved Levy to see approximately how much your 2017 taxes are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Car2Go is ending operations in Minneapolis because of two business conditions that created an inability for the company to be profitable.  1)  The city mandated that Car2Go distribute cars equitably throughout the city; however, because some neighborhoods had higher origination/destination usage than others, the company incurred high costs to redistribute cars, and some cars sat idle in lower-used neighborhoods.  Publicly, Car2Go cited that they were taxed/licensed at a car rental rate, which is higher than that of taxis and other ride-share services.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January after December 12ths Later with Lisa.  Lisa is interested in constituent input for topics for her schedule of 2017 lunches.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Board Member – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette introduced Will Stensrud, who with his family purchased a home in Kenwood one year ago.  Will asked to join the board to become more involved in the issues that shape Kenwood.  Jeanette motioned to approve his addition, and it was approved unanimously.  Welcome Will!</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>November was a busy month for SWLRT.  The FTA accepted testimony regarding Metropolitan Council accountability and adherence to process to determine certification for federal dollars for the next 4 years.  Many Kenwood residents sent testimony, including the LRT Done Right group.  Testimonials were published in last month’s Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn stated that there are two key next steps where KIAA will engage in SWLRT:  1) Follow up with the FTA to find out about how the neighborhoods testimony will be used, and will the findings be made available to the public, and 2) SWRLT construction and mitigation is the top issue surfaced in the annual NRP survey, and KIAA will continue to keep SWLRT as a standing KIAA meeting topic, and publish updates in the Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>LRT Done Right organization is engaging and meeting with key elected officials in the coming month to gain information and understanding of positions heading into the 2017 State Legislative Session.  Officials at the state, county, city, and park board will be met with.  KIAA’s position against residential development on the Kenilworth Trail/SWLRT line will be communicated.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reviewed the monthly balance sheet for KIAA as well as the expenditures and revenues for the month.  There was minimal activity during the month: payments made to Jean Deatrick and Post net for the Fall Newsletter, as well as a small payment to reimburse Pop Up Playground expense at “Hidden Beach,” and one donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA has submitted its Community Participation Program application for the upcoming three-year funding cycle by the City of Minneapolis, worth $25K annually to Kenwood.  KIAA is in the process of canvassing the neighborhood to determine the specific priorities to include in the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of NPP is to identify major initiatives for neighborhood organizations, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>The results of the Neighborhood Priorities survey were reviewed.  Top issues identified were SWLRT mitigation, protecting the lakes, East Cedar Lake Beach safety, supporting Kenwood Community Center activities/Common gathering place, more street lighting.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette noted that only 60 responses were received.  The link to the survey was put in the KIAA Fall Newsletter, Nextdoor, and Hill and Lakes Press.  Jean Deatrick will email out a link to her neighborhood email list and extend the deadline to December 18<sup>th</sup> to capture more feedback to feed the Top 5 Priorities.  There will also be future discussion on how to address other priorities received in written comments.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Lake of the Isles Warming House will be replaced.  The Park Board is considering a mobile structure that can be used all year.  Neighborhood Associations are being approached to provide funding.  There was discussion as to whether or not neighborhood funds should be used towards this project in light of the “Close the Gap” funding recently allocated to the Park Board, totaling $11M annually and funded by property tax increases.</li>\r\n	<li>Action taken between meetings:  The board approved up to $200 to place a sign in Downtown Kenwood to help address the continued concerns over parking issues.  It will direct patrons towards alternative parking locations and try to keep alley access clear.  Exact wording and structure is under discussion.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:27 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 9th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met November 7th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in November due to Thanksgiving.  On Monday December 12<sup>th</sup> at 4:30pm will be Later with Lisa, her annual holiday party.  It will be held at the Normandy Inn.  Cash bar, parking is free.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping is completed as of November 15th, as is yard waste pickup, for the season.  The city does not sweep alleys, leaf removal there is the responsibility of the home owner.</li>\r\n	<li>The house at 1204 Kenwood Parkway is under historic review.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction is on track to be complete by December.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa shared the Mayor’s 2017 Proposed Budget.  The board reviewed the budget and gleaned that the proposed levy increase is driven primarily by 1) 59 new positions in the city, 2) Park Board/City agreement on 20 Year Plan, 3) additional spending on social programs and grants to Non-Profit organizations.  The Truth in Taxation Hearing is November 30<sup>th</sup> at City Hall, and the budget will be adopted on December 7<sup>th</sup>.  Public testimony will be heard at both.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Monthly expenditures were for the Gilroy Memorial Bench and the Thrill Kenwood, offset by city funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody is the Citizen Advisory Committee representative to the Metropolitan Council and the CAC met last month.  Jody shared updates on SWLRT that were learned in the meeting.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>LRT trains normally sound a horn coming out of a tunnel, but it will not sound when emerging from the tunnel in the Kenilworth Corridor.  There are also bells on each train that sound at road crossings, but at 21<sup>st</sup> St these will not sound and there will be a stationary bell.  This will allow for less variance in the sound impact and more reliable noise mitigation.</li>\r\n	<li>Revenue service is estimated to begin in 2021.  Construction is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Construction will begin in Fall 2017 to move the freight lines in the Kenilworth Corridor; there will be five phases of construction in our neighborhood and it is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Met Council representatives will be going door to door to record structural conditions of homes in order to establish a baseline for potential damage as a result of construction.  Addresses/scheduling to be announced in December.  It is not determined how repairs will be handled that are a result of construction.</li>\r\n	<li>The CAC November meeting was cancelled.  At future meetings Jody will continue to press for information and we will share in this space.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended the FTA review of the Metropolitan Council’s certification on November 2<sup>nd</sup>.  The FTA certifies the Met Council every four years as a process to approve the Council to continue to receive federal funds.  Shawn shared that 5 speakers used SWLRT as an example where the Met Council did not consistently deliver against the objectives that the FTA measures against.  The public has until November 30<sup>th</sup> to provide testimony; if interested, please contact Shawn at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Applications</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sign Ups are now being taken for 2017 Good Steward Raingardens.  Raingardens on your property help reduce pollution in our lakes.  MetroBlooms and KIAA are teaming up to install reduced-cost raingardens for 15 Kenwood homeowners.  Cost is reduced through a Good Steward Grant (cost to homeowners will be approximately $350 for a $2,000 raingarden).  Email Laura Scholl to get on the list:  <a href=\"mailto:laura@metroblooms.org\">laura@metroblooms.org</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be applying for the next three-year cycle of funding by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program for $25K annually.  KIAA will submit its Community Participation Program application that will include the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of the Neighborhood Priority Plan is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the CPP application be approved, Mark seconded, unanimously passed.</li>\r\n	<li>A survey to solicit neighborhood input for the priority plan will be sent this month to ensure that monies are directed in the direction of projects that are valued by residents.  Here is the link: <a href=\"https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp\">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp</a>  (If link doesn’t work, type in your browser)</li>\r\n	<li>This season was one of the lowest in terms of police incidents in recent history.  The full end of season report will be published in the KIAA Fall Newletter, being mailed this month.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach end of season report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is receiving neighborhood impact letters from the Restorative Justice program from citations at East Cedar Lake Beach.  Fines can be waived if the cited writes a letter of atonement.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended October’s Lunch with Lisa.  The topic was the 20 Year Park Plan and it was covered in detail by Superintendent Jayne Miller and Board President Anita Tabb.  The Kenwood Park will not receive any funding from the 20 Year Park Plan as it is not a high priority park as determined by the Park and Rec Board.  Examples of criteria on how prioritization were assessed are Areas of Racially Concentrated Poverty, Populations of Color, Population Density, Youth Population, Asset Lifespan, and Neighborhood Density.  Kenwood Park will still receive its funding as part of the regular budgeting process.  Shawn learned that The Park Board will have approximately $11M of annual incremental funding via the city and park board levy.  Shawn also learned that if Minneapolis were to implement a $15 minimum wage, it would increase payroll for the Park Board by approximately $2.2M annually.  It was not clear how the Park Board would adjust the plan or mitigate the impact of that wage increase without affecting the 20 Year Plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:34 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 3rd, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood and Community Relations Department – Jack Whitehurst</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mr. Whitehurst represented the city for the annual board survey which the city is conducting.  The purpose of the survey is to gain demographic information on the makeup of city boards.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA encourages all residents of the neighborhood who would like to serve on the board regardless of demographic background.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion on Neighborhood Action Plan money status.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt presented an update on in/outflow of cash for the fiscal year, as well as a spending/income forecast through 2019.  Matt will present a financial report at each KIAA monthly meeting going forward.  This will allow for accurate planning on an annual basis going forward so expenditures can be prioritized.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be sending a survey to gain feedback on resident’s priorities to be addressed in the Neighborhood Priority Plan, which needs to be filed in November.  The survey was edited and approved to be sent.</li>\r\n	<li>The new warming house for Lake of the Isles winter skating area is still under consideration by the Minneapolis Park Board.  The new warming house is in concept stage.  Neighborhood associations may be approached to support it financially.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda Vallone from BeArtrageous is planning Thrill Kenwood, a successful Halloween party that has been held in the years past.  The board approved repeating a $750 contribution towards the event.</li>\r\n	<li>The Jim Gilroy memorial bench (former board member, deceased) has been installed and all who donated are appreciated.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA Fall newsletter is in process to be published by November.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA was informed by a MPRB tree inspector who visited the Rec Center corner that 7 diseased crab apple and trees will be removed. They will be replaced in Spring 2017 with 3 North Star Cherry trees and 4 Mont Royal plum trees, which are disease resistant with useful fruit for the public to eat.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nSeptember 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met September 12th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Dee Montgomery (Heritage Coalition).\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn moved for approval of the agenda, with the addition of Dee Montgomery’s topic, and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be September 28<sup>th</sup> at Opus Hall.  The topic is still being determined.  Lisa is always open to suggestions for topics for Lunch with Lisa, please contact her office with ideas.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale construction is still on schedule to be finished this fall.  Hennepin northbound will be open in the coming weeks.</li>\r\n	<li>The local government channels are changing as follows:  Comcast HD will be 799, and Standard Definition will be 14.  Century Link HD will be 8501, and standard definition will be 8001, Multilingual HD will be 8502, and standard definition multilingual will be 8002.</li>\r\n	<li>November 8<sup>th</sup> election early voting starts September 23<sup>rd</sup>.  There are 4 early voting locations in Minneapolis, please see the city website for more details.  Shawn Smith stated that the voting period was starting very early considering the first Presidential Debate is not until September 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Historic Marker Restoration Project – Dee Montgomery</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The centennial marker commemorating the establishment of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation will be restored.  The original boundary of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation included areas of Kenwood, and the marker that is being replaced is located on the southeast edge of Lake of the Isles.  The Heritage Commission has its own funds; tax dollars will not be used.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board advised Dee to consult with Native Americans to ensure that any concerns regarding the history and commemoration of Fort Snelling were heard.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is pushing for clarification and information with the warning bell and mitigation strategy at the 21<sup>st</sup> St crossing.  KIAA has requested involvement from Commissioner Marion Greene and expressed the need for her support on this issue with the Southwest Project Office.  There are concerns over the volume of the proposed wayside bell.</li>\r\n	<li>The Section 106 process is continuing now that the Memorandum of Understanding is executed.  This pertains to mitigation strategies for Grand Rounds eg landscaping, retaining walls, shoreline treatments, etc.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking continues to be an issue where patrons are parking too close to the alley, blocking driveways, too close to stop signs, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to explore signing solutions – parking is allowed at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Increasing neighborhood programming at the beach remains a KIAA focus.  It is part of the overall strategy to reduce crime and improve public safety.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that 35 kids came to the Play Space “pop up playground” and the strategy was successful.  The board approved a $25 increase to the funding to cover extra expenses.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reiterated the need to work on the Priority Plan Strategy, which will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.  Mike Bono, Matt, and Mark Brown will work on the subcommittee.  The CPP application is due November 10.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2016 Minneapolis Housing Resource Guide is published.  This is a resource for associations and homeowners.  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/\">www.minneapolismn.gov</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>A motion was approved to reimburse Deb Gilroy for $100 for the expenses related to placing a bench for former board member Jim Gilroy.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>By Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met July 11th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Chief Jason Ohotto and two of his officers, Jean Deatrick, and three neighbors.\r\n\r\n<strong>Opening Activities</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>No lunch with Lisa in July or August.  Please be sure to sign up for Lisa’s email list to get updates on construction, traffic, and event updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues.  The Hennepin/Vineland intersection will have major work done in July/August.  The overall project is on schedule for completion by November.</li>\r\n	<li>The variance at 2000 W 21<sup>st</sup> St was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting is open for the 2016 primary.  Election judges are needed this year.  Please call Lisa’s office to sign up to be a judge.  A mix of party affiliations is needed.</li>\r\n	<li>National Night out is August 2<sup>nd</sup>.  After July 19<sup>th</sup>, there is a fee to block off the street.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette expressed KIAA’s appreciation for the quality of the City of Minneapolis’s response to the FEIS, documenting the history and the issues within the project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Chief Jason Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Police reports written on park property at the beach declined from 48 to 31.  This is the second summer where there was a significant reduction in reports.  Chief Ohotto attributed the success to the positive programming and activities at the beach, as well as the increased park police patrols, some funded by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto recommended that neighbors that want to support safety efforts should call in issues to 911, and provide detailed, specific information, name and callback number.  Err on the side of calling 911 vs not calling when you see a negative impact to public safety.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown reported that the June 20<sup>th</sup> potluck at the beach was a great success with strong turnout.  The kids activities (face painting, spray chalk, cookies) were popular.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented ideas for longer term strategies, including boat racks, playground equipment.  Park and Rec Board financial support and fundraising will be needed.  A Community Action Committee will be formed.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt proposed an August Pop Up Adventure Playground as a new activity to pilot.  A motion passed to fund this event with up to $800 of NRP funds.  Engagement with the Kenwood School and neighboring association were identified as opportunities to increase participation.  Jeanette recognized Angie for getting the Kenwood School engaged in using the beach for educational opportunities.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed the idea of hosting a food or beverage cart at the beach on behalf of the neighborhood.  A motion passed for up to $200 to be spent from NRP funds for a KIAA/ECLB Patron Appreciation Day.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported on the June 13<sup>th</sup> FEIS public presentation by the Southwest Project Office.  Approximately 20 neighbors attended from Kenwood, CIDNA, and Loring Park.  On a positive note, the presentation summarized the 17,000 page FEIS effectively.  Unfortunately it was not tailored to the concerns of the Minneapolis segment of the corridor.  There continues to be a high level of concern over the ability of the tunnel to be built near Calhoun Shores Townhomes and the Kenilworth “pinch point.”</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the June 28<sup>th</sup> CAC meeting was cancelled, a consistent issue with many of the other CAC meetings which have also been cancelled in the past couple of years.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette communicated with the general manager of the Kenwood Restaurant to ask that employees park on Penn Avenue, and to help address the issue of patrons parking too close to alleys and driveways, and the issue of delivery truck restricting neighbor access to the alley.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie confirmed that parking for Downtown Kenwood businesses is permitted at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.  A “sandwich” board idea was proposed at a cost of $200 or for city signing or to paint the curb yellow to inform where and where not to park.  Noted for follow up between meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Mike Bono, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike and Matt outlined the plan to develop the 3 year plan as well as budgeting for the upcoming year.  It will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood, while also ensuring that current funding priorities can be maintained should funds be cut in the future.</li>\r\n	<li>New neighbor introduction:  Mikki Johnston and family</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will attend a Whittier Alliance Meeting on July 19<sup>th</sup> to understand the goals and strategies of that group.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie will follow up with Creative Citymaking regarding a video project opportunity, with a possible focus on ECLB.  KIAA would need to make a proposal to secure participation in the project, which is a competitive process.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>June 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 6th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters, Jack Levi.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Amanda Vallone, Jody Strakosch, Mark Holtey and two neighbors.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Board members conducted a brief introduction to begin the 2016-2017 term.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is complete for the season.  There will be a “Lunch with Lisa Field trip on Wednesday, June 29<sup>th</sup>, touring Givens Violins, which is a renowned repair business for cellos and violins.  If interested, please call Lisa’s office to book one of the two tours for that day.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues and has entered the paving phase.  Please contact Lisa’s office to be placed on an email list to receive weekly construction updates affecting the Twin Cities.</li>\r\n	<li>Sidewalk repair has come to Kenwood this year, part of a 10 year cycle.  White dots mark the sections that will be replaced.  Homeowners will be assessed $250-$400 per square for the repair.  Call 311 to discuss whether sections need to be replaced, or if they do not need to be replaced.  Please direct questions regarding how unique situations, such as tree root heaves, to 311.  All affected homeowners should have received a letter from the city; please refer to it for FAQs.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette volunteered to remain Chair; Larry volunteered to remain Vice Chair; Matt Spies volunteered to become Treasurer; and Shawn volunteered to remain Secretary.  Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt asked for resolution to relocate the KIAA bank accounts to US Bank.  Jeanette moved in favor, passed unanimously.  Matt asked for an additional resolution to transfer, check writing authority, opening accounts, deposits, and withdraw funds; from Ed Pluimer to himself.  Jeanette to be the second signatory.  Shawn moved, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette once again recognized Ed Pluimer for his years of service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Memorial Bench for Jim Gilroy – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie reported that $1550 has been donated to the Estate of Jim Gilroy for the purposes of a memorial bench on Lake of the Isles, near 21<sup>st</sup> St..  Jean Deatrick will send an e-blast as a reminder for any other residents that would like to contribute.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie moved that KIAA donate $300 towards the memorial bench to recognize Jim as a sitting board member at his death.  Funds will come from KIAA Money Market Account.  Approved unanimously.  As funds are in the account about to be closed, motion was approved to allow Ed Pluimer to write the check.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Financial Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is preparing a 2016-2017 balance sheet to ensure income and expenditures are clearly documented.  Mark, Larry, Matt, and Mike will form a finance subcommittee to inform a finance update at KIAA July meeting.  Motion approved to establish said committee.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies/Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda (from ARTrageous) shared that the Summer Solstice Party will be held at ECLB on June 20<sup>th</sup> from 6:30-8:30.  This will be a potluck event.  ARTrageous will provide henna, face painting, and a Creation Station for families.  The event will be cancelled in case of rain.  The event is open to all.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented a new proposal for a Pop Up Adventure Playground series.  Matt agreed to go renegotiate lower costs in order to run a pilot, vs investing in 3 events this year.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities including a Summer Solstice Potluck, Pirate/Mermaid Beach Party were identified for funding for $800.  A discussion was had regarding source of funds and how much to spend.  The board approved the expenditure unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda and Matt were approved to work together to spend up to $400 to place an ad in Hill and Lake Press to announce summer activities at ECLB.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  The CAC met in May.  Jennifer Munt stated that the Met Council would find funding to move ahead with SWLRT. The FEIS was reviewed; Nani Jacobsen recognized Kenwood for providing feedback that drove changes from the SDEIS to the FEIS.  Further, station art was approved for the West 21<sup>st</sup> St Station, which is what the Kenwood station will be named.  The next meeting will be June 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn has coordinated a meeting on June 13<sup>th</sup> for the Met Council to present the FEIS and take questions from residents.  This meeting was supported by the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn presented the FEIS draft and will circulate a soft copy to the board and Jody to be reviewed and approved as an action between meetings.  The deadline for submission is June 13<sup>th</sup> for any comments, and must be done in writing to the Southwest Project Office.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking at the Kenwood Corner continues to be a challenge, with visitors parking too close to the alley and to corners and blocking access.  Jeanette called the city to determine the cost of parking signs.  Action to be taken between meetings.</li>\r\n	<li>Kenwood Corner Raingarden Signage was approved as an action taken between meetings.  The Raingarden is now installed and the sign provides good information about the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  KIAA thanks Angie Erdrich for her work to beautify the corner.</li>\r\n	<li>Louise Erdrich is taking the space formerly occupied by Stephen Dean for a business to be announced shortly.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 9:10 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 11th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2016 KIAA 5<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> For the 5<sup>th</sup> year, KIAA had its annual meeting on May 2nd at Kenwood Corner, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> In attendance were seven KIAA serving board members up for re-election, one new member-elect, City Council Member Lisa Goodman, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Green, Minneapolis Parks Commissioner Anita Tabb, and approximately 100 neighbors.</p>\r\n The gathering began at 6PM.  The weather was great and everyone enjoyed Red Wagon Pizza and beverages, compliments of KIAA. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM.  There was a moment of remembrance for Jim Gilroy, KIAA board member who passed away suddenly in April.  Jim will be greatly missed; he was a kind and generous person, dedicated to improving our entire community.  The family has reserved a site for a park bench in his memory on Lake of the Isles.  Friends and neighbors who would like to contribute may do so.  KIAA Board Member Angie Erdrich will facilitate, please make checks payable to Minneapolis Finance Department, Memo “Jim Gilroy Bench” and mail to her at 2217 Oliver Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405.  A receipt will come from Minneapolis Parks, and the Gilroy family will receive a list of donor names.  Please submit donations by June 1<sup>st</sup> in hopes of installing the bench this summer.\r\n\r\nKIAA thanked retiring board member Ed Pluimer.  Ed has generously served on the board for over 20 years, most recently as Treasurer.  Our neighborhood is grateful for his energy and commitment.\r\n\r\nJeanette then stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year:  SWLRT work including work such as efforts to mitigate potential adverse effects to the neighborhood (if the project comes to pass), support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Raingardens from Metro Blooms, and positive programming for East Cedar Lake (Hidden) Beach.  The “Welcome Orioles” project – an environmental learning program for Kenwood School, co-sponsored with the Cedar Lake Park Association, received a shout-out from neighbors in attendance.\r\n\r\nJeanette introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to herself:  Jack Levi, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Matt Spies (Treasurer Elect), and Shawn Smith.  One new board member, Mark Brown was introduced.  Jeanette made the motion for re-election/election of the 2016-17 board, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\nKIAA would like to thank neighbors that supported KIAA financially at the gathering and throughout the year.  It helps us fund activities and keep our neighborhood strong!\r\n\r\nOther updates, action between meetings:\r\n\r\nThe 2015 KIAA Annual Report was approved by the board on April 28<sup>th</sup>.  The Annual Report is required by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program.  The report was prepared by Mike Bono with input from KIAA board members, and submitted by the 4/29 deadline.\r\n\r\nMatt and Julia Spies’s are requesting a variance for a remodel on their home.  As the Spies proactively partnered with their neighbors, KIAA supports their variance.  The variance will be reviewed at the Board of Adjustment meeting on June 9<sup>th</sup>.\r\n\r\nThere will be a Kenwood Neighborhood Rummage Festival of June 10-12<sup>th</sup>.  Please join your neighbors and plan a rummage sale during those dates!  If you are not able to have your own rummage sale, please consider donating to the Kenwood Elementary School Benefit Rummage Sale at the Kenwood Rec Center.   The rummage runs June 11 from 9-2PM. Donations can be dropped off at the Kenwood Recreation Center on June 10<sup>th</sup> from 4-6PM.  100% of proceeds benefit the Kenwood School.  Volunteers are needed to price goods, manage the sale, and haul goods to charity at 2PM on the 11<sup>th</sup>.  Contact Angie Erdrich to volunteer:  angie_sandeep@yahoo.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood.  If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us.  If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met April 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nVice Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies (Minutes), Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Jack Levi.  Absent:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith, Josine Peters, Jim Gilroy.  Also present:  Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\nUnanimous Approval of the Agenda\r\n<h1>City Council Update -  Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Upcoming Lunch with Lisas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>April 27  – Discussion with Made Here, the creative place-making initiative to fill empty downtown storefronts</li>\r\n	<li>May – Bill Leaf will talk about tourism master planning</li>\r\n	<li>June  – Field trip to Claire Givens Violin, premier violin reconstruction/repair; 40 people may attending in two groups of 20.  Contact Lisa’s office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping starting April 13 running through May 9</li>\r\n	<li>Yard waste pickup will begin in Kenwood on April 11</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa highlighted the state of the Hennepin/Lyndale Reconstruction Project road closures</li>\r\n	<li>On April 21, Board of Adjustment will be hearing variance for property at 2401 Sheridan Ave.  Adjacent residents will receive a notice in the mail by April 10<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa provided an overview of her and Council Member Barb Johnsons plan for the city to work with the Park Board to provide funding for neighborhood parks</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Gathering will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include a brief meeting:  the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association activities for the year.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lakes, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>As an action taken between meetings, the board approved the hiring of Red Wagon Pizza, and will be paid for by KIAA funds estimated at $1890.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong>2016/2017 Budgeting</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the merits and limitations of creating a budget for the 2016/2017 operating year.   The primary concern and is the complexity of the requirements for using various funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt Spies will coordinate an assembly of board members to explore ways to implement a framework for spending and raising KIAA funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board has indicated that they do not have capacity for an additional movie in the park for summer 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>An Oriole feeding station will be installed in Cedar Lake Park between May 3 – May 17 by Kenwood Elementary School students.  The project is sponsored by Birchbark Books.  Bird watching volunteers are needed.  Contact <a href=\"mailto:Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com\">Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>NOTE: The following information was approved to be added to the minutes by a motion taken after the meeting.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith (update provided in abstentia)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Since the March KIAA meeting, letters opposing the current SWLRT Kenilworth Plan were sent to Governor Dayton, Lt Governor Smith.  An aide in Governor Dayton’s office responded and assisted in getting a response from Adam Duininck, Chair, Metropolitan Council.  The letter thanked KIAA for our participation in the process and informed the following points:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Final EIS will be published in 2<sup>nd</sup> Quarter of 2016, and no other responses will be forthcoming until then.  In the EIS will be the answers to KIAAs (and others) DEIS and SDEIS responses.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a ten day public comment period</li>\r\n	<li>There will be no process for resolution of further concerns as this is not a part of the process of the National Environmental Protection Act process.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn expressed to the aide in Governor Dayton’s office that securing a form response from Mr Duininck was secondary to our concerns.  He asked for Governor Dayton to confirm that he was aware of and supports or does not support the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>That a derailment collision between an ethanol train and light rail train will be a significant danger to the community and Target Field.</li>\r\n	<li>That other less expensive and more flexible options for transit exist, including bus rapid transit</li>\r\n	<li>That the Chain of Lakes could be degraded due to pile driving</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is a defendant in a lawsuit over failure to disclose discussions of other routes</li>\r\n	<li>That ridership of an Uptown line would well exceed the current alignment</li>\r\n	<li>That projected ridership figures at 21<sup>st</sup> St Station are not credible</li>\r\n	<li>That there will be 22 hours of contiguous noise every five minutes in one of the quietest areas in Minneapolis</li>\r\n	<li>That not one low income neighborhood will be within reasonable walking distance of any Minneapolis station.</li>\r\n	<li>We asked for an appointment with the Governor.  There was no response.  Shawn waited ten days and said that because the Governor failed to respond, we would need to inform our constituents that our elected officials and the Governor are aware of the above controversies and find them to be acceptable.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Larry Moran at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is our Annual Neighborhood Gathering on Monday, May 2nd at 6 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner in front of The Kenwood and BeArtrageous. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org   </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> March 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 7th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi.  Also present Patrick Sadler, Pat Scott, Phil Nordberg, Laureen Carlson, Will Stensrud\r\n\r\nMarch Agenda was Approved Unanimously\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Patrick Sadler, Lisa Goodman’s Office</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Community Planning and Economic Development plan for both Ward 7 and the city were provided.  Any residents that would like a copy can contact Lisa’s office or go to the City Website.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be Noon, March 30<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall; the topic is Sister Cities of Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work continues on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Please contact Lisa’s office to receive email updates on construction closures.</li>\r\n	<li>The Workplace Partnership Meetings proceed to review sick time and paid time off policy.  A final recommendation is due March 16.</li>\r\n	<li>There are openings on multiple boards and commissions in Minneapolis.  Any interested residents can apply via the city website.</li>\r\n	<li>The Community Connection Conference is Saturday April 2<sup>nd</sup> at the Minneapolis Convention Center to kick off 3 Year Planning for Minneapolis 2040.  The public is invited.  Jeanette suggested that Lisa’s office post information to Next Door to ensure the 7<sup>th</sup> Ward is represented if nobody from KIAA is able to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Reduced pricing is being offered for rain barrels and compost bins.  <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>. The city will also have a limited number of trees available to residents for $25.  You can order a tree for your property beginning March 21, see <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Request for Support of Variance for Accessory Dwelling, 2401 Sheridan Ave S – Phil Nordberg and Laureen Carlson</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Phil and Laureen requested variance support from KIAA to be able to add a bathroom and categorize their garage as an ADU.  The overall footprint will not change.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is generally supportive.  The petitioners have not spoken to each neighbor but will be sending out notices to all neighbors within 300 feet.  Jeanette motioned to support the variances, contingent that neighbors are all informed and have no objections.  Motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is in the process of confirming the open swim, pop up playground, and other activities for Summer 2016.  Event schedules will be published in Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette signed the agreement for extra police patrols.  With the warm weather, Matt is working with Park Police to start patrols.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities are being coordinated with Kenwood School, including bird watching.  Volunteers are needed to lead school hikes in April and May, please contact Angie Erdrich at angie_sandeep@yahoo.com</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that since the last meeting, letters were sent to the FTA, Senator Klobuchar, Senator Franken, and Rep Ellison as KIAA continues to escalate neighborhood concerns over this project.</li>\r\n	<li>A letter was also sent to Governor Dayton and Lt Governor Smith, with copies of the letters sent to the State and Federal officials asking for his support in getting a meaningful response to neighborhood concerns, which are centered on the risks and ripple effects of co-location of SWLRT and ethanol trains.  His office responded with questions, and KIAA is preparing a communication to send back.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will invite Sophia Ginis from the Met Council to our April meeting since she did not respond to our March meeting invitation.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion that despite our concerns, planning moves ahead unabated.  All are encouraged to contact their elected officials if they have concerns over co-location, noise, vibration, cost, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA has been actively communicating neighborhood concerns to local, state, and federal officials.  Due to an overall lack of responsiveness to those, the board approved a motion to send communication to President Obama, which will represent the highest level of escalation, and likely final, that the board will take.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Meeting - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Annual Meeting will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association financials.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lake Press, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie, Josine, and Matt are researching options for food to reduce costs from last year.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Board Succession Planning - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         With Ed stepping down, KIAA will need to fill the Treasurer role starting May 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is actively seeking new board members.  We need neighbors that are willing to volunteer 3-4 hours per month either as a board member or support a subcommittee.  There are several board members that have served for a decade or more and are looking to retire.  We need your help to fill these positions to continue the level of thoroughness being delivered today.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is seeking a representative for the Green Zone work being done by the city.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 1st, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Meg Forney, Amanda Vallone, and Jody Strakosch\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be February 24<sup>th</sup>.  The topic will be the City Workforce Training and Equity programs on Job Training.</li>\r\n	<li>2431 22<sup>nd</sup> St W ownership has requested a historic review and may be requesting a variance to the board in the near future.  Neighbors are reminded that KIAA is typically notified of variance requests and can help navigate the process.</li>\r\n	<li>The city prefers that the SWLRT station be called “Cedar Lake Station.”  The Met Council has suggested that 21<sup>st</sup> St Station is not a clear indicator of the location of the station but has asked for input.  (KIAA hesitates to put forth a suggestion because KIAA does not support co-location of freight and light rail, but if KIAA were to have a preference it would be West 21<sup>st</sup> St.)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Closing the Gap in Our Parks - Meg Forney</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meg is looking for volunteers to work for a Citizens Group to get signatures to support a referendum on the ballot for “The Closing of the Gap” for funding of $15M/year for the next 20 years to implement repairs in neighborhood parks.  If residents are interested, please contact Meg or Anita Tabb at the Park Board.  Additional information is available on the Park Board website.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Funding Recommendation – Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The success at East Cedar Lake Beach to reduce crime was in large part due to the partnership between KIAA and the Park Police.  The recommendation from Chief Ohotto was to spend $5000 for 2016 vs $8000 spent last year.  Police reports were reduced from 101 in 2014 to 56 in 2015.</li>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to spend $5000 for additional police patrols at ECLB in 2016 and be active early in the season.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that two disbursements were made in January relating to SWLRT planning and the Metro Blooms project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Thrill Kenwood – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>This event raised $400 for The Bridge for Youth.</li>\r\n	<li>The 1<sup>st</sup> annual Rock Kenwood Dance Party will be held at the Rec Center on Saturday February 27<sup>th</sup> from 3-6PM.  There will be a DJ, contests, crafting, and more.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt recapped the recent committee meeting and the programming ideas for 2016.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log rolling and Open Swim are planned to continue in 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>New ideas include puppet shows, art activities, potlucks, and more.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is considering putting forth up to $2000 of additional funding for activities, and discussed how to engage neighbors that might be interested in donating funds to support the activities.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  Jody reported that the November and December meetings were cancelled by the Met Council.  In the January meeting, progress updates were shared by the project office.  Final environmental impact statement is due in April.  Civil construction will begin fall of 2016.  There will be 29 private properties impacted by construction in Minneapolis, primarily adjacent to the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported that some responses were received from correspondence to Minnesota Senators and Representatives on the Transportation Committees.  Some responded to take KIAA response under advisement, and some spoke in favor of KIAA’s position opposing co-location.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn brought a motion to continue to present KIAA’s position opposing co-location to FTA officials in the Chicago office that are working with the Met Council on the alignment.  The board unanimously approved to send a letter.  Shawn will circulate it as an action between meetings for board review and final approval.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette is working to identify a point of contact for the Restorative Justice Program, who would coordinate community service work for the people in the program.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA recognizes Stephen Dean and his long standing contributions to the neighborhood. Kathie Constantine shared that his tailoring business in Downtown Kenwood is expected to close at the end of March.  He kept the neighborhood looking good with the many fine seams, hems, and alterations he provided over his 40 years in business, and we wish him well in retirement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:46 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>January 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met January 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A body was found frozen in the ice in the channel between Lake Calhoun and Lake of the Isles on January 4<sup>th</sup>.  It is not known to be a crime related situation and there is no danger to the public.  Residents are encouraged to demonstrate caution before proceeding to go out on the ice, especially areas that are not designated for winter recreational use.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is on Wednesday January 27<sup>th</sup>, the topic is a preview of the 2016 state legislative session. Senator Dibble among other elected officials are expected to attend.  Please contact Lisa’s office if you plan to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale utility work continues.  Sewer work will be necessary on Vineland Place near the Walker and Sculpture Garden.  Construction updates and road closures are available via Lisa’s office in her email updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Residents are advised that there needs to be a minimum 5 foot clearance on either side of alleys and driveways.  Neighbors are having difficulties accessing driveways and alleys when visitors or residents are parked within 5 feet of one.  This has been a challenge particularly at Kenwood Corner.  If access is blocked, neighbors can call 311 for assistance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed updated KIAA that the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District paid KIAA for the 15 neighborhood Raingarden projects.  KIAA will in turn pay MetroBlooms with these funds, as well as the KIAA share of $1134, approved at the December Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Noise Issues</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Local businesses are advised to ensure that their garbage and recycling services are observing local noise ordinances.  Garbage and recycling are not to be picked up prior to 6AM.  We love our local businesses.  Neighbors observing violations are encouraged to speak to the business owner first, and if unresolved then take a photo of the truck and email KIAA or Lisa Goodman’s office and we will contact the refuse service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt updated KIAA that the next ECLB Committee Meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan 26<sup>th</sup> at 7PM at the Kenwood Community Center.  All are welcome.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will invite Park Police Chief Ohotto to the February meeting to start the dialogue on the strategy for the summer of 2016.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the SWLRT environmental impact statement will not consider impacts of freight rail changes in the Kenilworth Corridor funded by the project, according to a recent email from the Southwest Project Office.  These changes include moving the rail much closer to homes, upgrading the tracks, building a bridge across the Kenilworth Canal, and removing many trees and green spaces.  Further, although the SWLRT project will spend tens of millions of dollars to “co-locate” freight and light rail, the Met Council says it “is not making freight rail permanent” in the Kenilworth Corridor.  KIAA is concerned that the upgraded freight rail infrastructure could encourage more trains at higher speeds, and create additional noise and safety concerns.  KIAA believes the SDEIS is flawed because it does not treat freight as a permanent condition, and therefore adverse impacts are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the section 106 meeting on December 3<sup>rd</sup>.  Section 106 protects historic properties impacted by federally funded projects.  The Kenilworth Channel is protected by section 106.  With input by Michael Schroeder of the MPRB, a bridge design has been agreed upon and the historic WPA retaining walls on the east side of the proposed bridge are now under consideration.  A memorandum of understanding will be developed in the coming months, and KIAA will decide whether or not to sign it when the time comes.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn, on behalf of KIAA, contacted each member of the Minnesota Senate and House Transportation Committees to surface the board’s continued concerns with co-location.  KIAA asked that the $135M of the state portion of the funding be put on hold.  This is to be voted on in the upcoming legislative session.  KIAA maintains that in a time of increased concern over rail safety, co-location of light rail and ethanol trains will pose a continual and sustained danger to the Kenwood neighborhood should there be a derailment. and we remain opposed to co-location.  The Minneapolis City Council, knowing of this risk, has nonetheless approved co-location, so KIAA is appealing to the state level.</li>\r\n	<li>County Commissioner Marion Greene is planning a public meeting on Wednesday, February 3<sup>rd</sup>.  KIAA will post time and place to NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Angie Erdrich will post in Next Door Kenwood a notice to invite neighbors to determine interest for the MetroBlooms Raingarden program for 2016</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lake of the Isles Skating Party is Sunday, January 24<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:38 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>December 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 7th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Larry Moran, Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi, Josine Peters  Also Present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n<h1>Agenda was approved unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since November Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby composed a letter to the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee articulating KIAA concerns that the SDEIS had shortcomings.  These arise from Met Council’s decision to treat freight rail as an “existing condition.” However, the SWLRT proposes creating permanent freight rail infrastructure where only temporary rail exists, and SDEIS failed to properly consider the safety, environmental, vibration, noise, and economic impact of that decision with freight rail as an existing condition.  In the December meeting, KIAA members voted in favor of sending the letter prior to the CMC.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>December 9<sup>th</sup> is the final opportunity for residents to testify at the City Council meeting regarding the 2016 budget and taxes.  Lisa encourages residents to appear in person or email their city representatives to provide testimony and input on how residential tax revenue is generated and spent.  This meeting will be in the past by the time these minutes are published, however residents are notified well in advance of the annual hearing in their Truth in Taxation statements for future tax years.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January.  December 14<sup>th</sup> marks the annual December Later with Lisa event at the Normandy Inn.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work is continuing on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Infrastructure has deteriorated further than expected and the project is approximately 6 weeks behind.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa confirmed that a variance at 2432 Sheridan Ave S was approved by the city.  This was endorsed by KIAA at the November meeting.  KIAA will seek input as broadly as possible for future requests</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed provided prior the meeting a recap of monies received from KIAA members as well as November transactions (expenditures), and these were discussed in the meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>The source of the remainder of Rain Garden funding was discussed.  Jeanette moved to use money from the NRP neighborhood livability Phase II fund.  Passed unanimously.  Mike Bono agreed to ensure that all city requirements were met to utilize that fund.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Resolution regarding Jean Deatrick’s contract – Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jean’s contract is set to expire at the end of the year.  Jean supports KIAA with communication, publication of the minutes, announcements, reimbursements, and other administrative activities.  Mike moved to extend her contract under the same terms until December 31<sup>st</sup> 2016.  Ed seconded the motion.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies\r\n<h1>·         Matt is reaching out to the Park Board to align on proposed activities for summer 2016.  KIAA continues to work on ensuring ECLB will be able to be used safely by all residents.  There will be a public meeting in January to discuss 2016 strategies, date/time/place to be posted on Nextdoor Kenwood.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA increased funding in 2015 to support existing funding from the Park Board et al, and research will be done to understand how much funding will be in place from other sources prior to a KIAA funding commitment for 2016.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Discussion continued from the November meeting regarding engaging state and federal officials over ongoing concerns for rail safety as well as other unaddressed concerns.  KIAA will contact state level transportation bill conferees to raise the concerns before end of year, and then again as State Legislators go back into session in February.  KIAA will also contact Federal Transit officials in advance of final funding of the line to ensure that federal officials are aware of local concerns with regard to safety, environmental, noise, vibration, and economic adverse effects not sufficiently addressed in the SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Metro Blooms is asking if KIAA would be interested in partnering on Rain Gardens again in 2016.  Angie will inform them of KIAA interest, pending gauging neighborhood interest.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:33 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met November 2nd, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since October Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA sent a response to the SWLRT project office regarding SWLRT Section 106 meeting Sept 23<sup>rd</sup>, as it relates to concerns over the traffic study.  There is a discrepancy in the ridership numbers vs SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Variance Request for Peterson Residence, 2432 Sheridan Ave S</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Request made in person by owners to enlarge the structure, extending a less than six foot variance along the property line.  A second variance was requested to extend the garage by five feet closer to the street, which is still within the set back.  Angie motioned to support, Matt to second, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws, Articles – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed changes to KIAA bylaws to modernize them, having consulted with Robert Cooper of the City of Minneapolis legal department.  For example, serving information via email vs paper mail, yet preserving multi modal communication which would include an annual newsletter or mailings at the discretion of KIAA.  Ed moved that KIAA approve the rewritten bylaws which would then be filed with the state, and stored on KIAA’s website.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed then moved to change articles of incorporation to update the registered office of KIAA to the Kenwood Rec Center.  Matt seconded, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Gardens – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved to pay $1134 for KIAA cost share to Metro Blooms (or up to $1200 in case of minor variance in the final invoice).  The costs increased due to decreased participation due to untenable soil conditions or other issues that were not able to be mitigated.  Motion seconded by Jim, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>The raingarden at Kenwood Corner was paid for by the private donations and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  In order to finalize funding, a sign is needed.  The sign will be reviewed as action taken outside the meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         ECLB committee met in October to debrief the year and start planning for next year.  Residents that have ideas for activities for 2016 are encouraged to contact Matt Spies.  2015 saw a tremendous amount of success and KIAA is excited to build on this success but needs continued neighborhood engagement even if there was an increase in usage via activities and a decrease in criminal activity.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Engagement with Anita Tabb and the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board was also discussed as an offline action.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA discussed whether to continue to engage in SWLRT via writing letters to state and federal officials addressing co-location concerns in the Kenilworth Corridor as KIAA was unable to gain support at the city level.  Specifically, to petition state and federal officials to withhold funding due to continuing and increasing concerns over the danger of the co-location of ethanol trains and SWLRT.  Further action to be taken between meetings, but accountability of individual public officials will be the focus, specifically, their knowledge of the risks, and how they plan to vote, is the plan of action via written correspondence.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood general community update.  Jeanette will encourage CM Greene to have the meeting, KIAA will not formally participate.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:43 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 5th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich.\r\n\r\nOthers present:  CM Lisa Goodman, Marc Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), 2 other attendees\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The September lunch with Lisa had over 75 attendees to hear about the Nicollet Mall renovation.  At the October Lunch with Lisa Wed Oct 21<sup>st</sup>, to commemorate the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, State Senator Steve Simon will speak about the Voting Rights Act.  Room 334 of the St Thomas Law School.  All are welcome to attend, please RSVP in advance to Lisa’s office.</li>\r\n	<li>Fall street sweeping will start on October 20<sup>th</sup>.  Please watch for parking restrictions.  Social media will be used to communicate dates.</li>\r\n	<li>Cedar Lake Parkway will be repaved – from 394 to the BNSF bridge.  It will start October 19<sup>th</sup>, last 6 days, and be a complete closure.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding variances and tear downs.  Neighbors are encouraged to review variance proposals with KIAA board so the board can be aware of variance requests.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed attended to any previously discussed financial compliance and efficiency concerns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed that bylaws be examined and modernized.  For example, the bylaws state that minutes must be maintained in a book.  However, now electronic copies are preferred to minimize paper waste.  Also that 1<sup>st</sup> class mail is used for communications, and now electronic notice is more economical and more efficient.  There was also a discussion on how to document action (votes) taken outside of meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark re-requested funding from KIAA for a rechargeable sound system to be used for neighborhood programming, at a cost of $2200.  Motion to fund passed with two abstentions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Hennepin Lake Community Wine Tasting Fundraiser – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is selling tickets to the event which is being held on Wed October 28<sup>th</sup>.  Advance ticket sales benefit KIAA.  Please email Jeanette Colby; email is available on the KIAA website.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>It was noted that each member of the City Council, Mayor Hodges, and Peter Wagenius received a copy of the KIAA SDEIS with a request to require more information regarding mitigation, co-location, and construction concerns prior to granting municipal consent.  However, there was no response to KIAA from the Mayor or the Council and all city council members voted the same as prior municipal consent.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood Q/A meeting for any outstanding questions regarding the SWLRT project.  Jeanette and Shawn will post to Nextdoor Kenwood this opportunity to have a dialogue, to gauge neighborhood interest.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette outlined the finding to the Section 106 Traffic Study.  The finding in the study was that there would not be substantial changes to traffic near historic 106 properties.  The findings of the study appear to be inconsistent with the SDEIS statements regarding how many riders will use the 21<sup>st</sup> St Station and how riders will access the station.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will draft a letter to state and federal officials highlighting the danger of co-location of ethanol trains and high voltage LRT wires in the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Announcements/New Business – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee continues to meet monthly.  Meetings are posted to Nextdoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>Thrill Kenwood is Saturday October 24<sup>th</sup>, at 3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, November 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSeptember 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met September 14th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Park Police Chief Ohotto, Mark Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), Jean Deatrich (Hill and Lakes), and 6 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>September Agenda was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Recognition for Kathy Low for her participation in KIAA and to Larry Moran for Chairing KIAA for the past three years.</li>\r\n	<li>It was agreed that a November KIAA newsletter will be published and mailed.  Articles will be needed and will need to be sent to Jean Deatrich.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich led a discussion regarding the final cost of the Raingarden Project, which will be finalized at a future date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Bylaw and Finance Update – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that he will put together a list of proposed bylaw changes that were discussed at the July KIAA meeting to be submitted.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed gave an overview of committed and past spending as a follow up to the account balance update emailed prior to the meeting.  It was determined to maintain one KIAA account going forward, instead of two, and Ed named some follow up tasks that he would tend to in order to ensure KIAA is compliant with the city policy, and it was also determined to maintain a May 31<sup>st</sup> fiscal year end and coincide with the annual election of the KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark requested funding from KIAA for the replacement of 3 picnic tables and a sound system.  A vote was deferred until ownership of the space where the picnic tables is housed could be confirmed.  Additionally, it was suggested that the Rec Center request funding from the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto/Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Chief Ohotto shared that police reports for ECLB were 69 in 2015 vs 2014 last year.  Most reports were misdemeanors.  He attributes the reduction to Matt Spies and his task force and the community involvement at the beach, as well as concerned residents calling 911 when incidents occurred.  Chief Ohotto recommended continued KIAA-funded hours and activities moving forward.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Subcommittee Meeting is on October 13<sup>th</sup> at 7PM, Kenwood Rec Center.  Residents are encouraged to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Permit Parking was discussed as a deterrent.  There is a Next Door thread discussing a petition to request it to deter beach attendance.  KIAA in the past has recommended that this is not a viable solution to deter crime, however agreed that the SubCommittee should reevaluate this as a solution to ensure that any recommendation reflects current views.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Amanda Vallone - beArtrageous</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda on behalf of beArtrageous proposed some activities for ECLB for 2016.  Activities would be for residents of all ages:  potlucks, craft parties, coffee and sunset gatherings, etc.  Activities would be funded by CPP or participants.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda requested funding from KIAA to fund Thrill Kenwood on October 24<sup>th</sup>.  The activity is a neighborhood dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at the corner of Penn and 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Proceeds go to Bridge for Youth, and emergency Shelter for for 10-17 year old youth.  KIAA approved $800 to fund the event, about 40% of the budget.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>MPRB Ice Rink Warming Hut – Cliff Swenson/Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>MPRB is considering updating the warming hut (without disruption to the footprint or skating area) at Lake of the Isles and across other rinks in the park system.  MPRB is beginning the process of informing city boards about the redesign, and if the project moves forward there would be a community engagement process in the future.  Goal is to have the project done by Fall 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Jeanette Colby/Shawn Smith/Jody Strakosch</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody updated from the Community Advisory Committee, which met recently and the Project Office is proceeding as if they have full funding.  Jody asked that the key elements of the project be a standing topic on the agenda going forward, including co-location, noise, vibration, etc.  Meetings occur the 4<sup>th</sup> Thursday of every month.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette offered to contact County Commissioner Marion Greene to see if we would conduct a public hearing to ask questions.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA agreed to distribute the SDEIS response to additional public officials.  The purpose is to gain support to get answers to those questions posed in the response, submitted to the Project Office in July 2015, that have yet to be answered.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, October 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met July 6th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Lisa Goodman, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee and KIAA Board Member-Elect), Jean Deatrick, and 2 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby nominated Matt Spies to the board and his appointment was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City of Minneapolis Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be August 26<sup>th</sup>.  Topic is TBD and Lisa is seeking input on ideas of broad interest to the ward.</li>\r\n	<li>NextDoor Kenwood will be increasingly used by the city for announcements and crime alerts, so neighbors are encouraged to sign up for the site.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion regarding street paving and repair.  Lisa encourages neighbors to call 3-1-1 to report any potholes in need of fill.  Major repaving for roads in need of repair could result in a potentially significant tax assessment for property owners on the street repaired.</li>\r\n	<li>Because of the buffer zone around parkland, it was emphasized that feral cats are not allowed in much of the Kenwood neighborhood, and should be reported to animal control.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report/Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Year end financial recaps were circulated to KIAA board members prior to the July meeting.  The balance sheet will be attached to the CPP annual report to be sent to the city.  KIAA fiscal year runs from June 1 to May 31 due to the timing of the election of the board in May.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA bylaws have not been updated in several years.  Ed offered to chair a subcommittee to review where updates should be made to allow more relevant communication methods, eg allowing electronic communication vs by US Mail.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP Annual Report – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the KIAA 2014 CPP Annual report be approved and sent to the city, and the motion was unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Dinkytown Historic Commercial Preservation – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The city is voting July 10<sup>th</sup> regarding preservation of the Dinkytown business district.  KIAA will circulate the letter from the preservation group should Kenwood residents wish to show support.  KIAA will not file a formal support with the city but voted to send a statement to the City Council in support of the Marcy Holmes Neighborhood Association (Dinkytown) in its adherence to its neighborhood small area plan.  Small area plans are developed with broad community input and may put parameters on developers to preserve neighborhood history and aesthetics.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Uptown Neighborhoods Working Group (UNWG) – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Per UNWG request, Josine attended the recent meeting of the working group and will provide input into the decisions and discussions related to the Uptown neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Raingardens Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The installations of raingardens in Kenwood continue to have interest in the neighborhood and Angie will continue to provide input and updates to Metro Blooms and KIAA.  20 Residences are approved to be funded by Metro Blooms and KIAA.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log Rolling continues to be a popular event – future dates will be announced on NextDoor Kenwood.  Open Water Swimming, sponsored by YWCA, is rolling out this summer.</li>\r\n	<li>Pledges have been raised for $1350 to fund a pop-up Adventure Park, 3 events to occur this summer.  Matt requested $750 in funding from KIAA to reach the goal of $3000 and for a fund to be established to be administered by KIAA to house the funding as it is collected.  Jeanette so moved and the motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Crime and Safety – Chief Ohotto provided an update in advance of the meeting that crime is down from prior years.  There are still some incidents that have required police response but of less frequency and severity vs prior summers.  Ed Pluimer reminded the board that $8K was allocated for increased police patrols this summer.  KIAA will continue to evaluate the effectiveness of the expenditure.</li>\r\n	<li>The next ECLB subcommittee meeting will be July 14<sup>th</sup> at Kenwood Rec Center and will be published on NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Supplementary Draft EIS Response – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS response was submitted to the board for review prior to the meeting.  There was a general discussion regarding edits related to construction impacts, property values.  Angie moved to approve the response with amendments, and the motion passed unanimously.  The amendments to increase the focus on the response relating to construction short term impacts (noise, vibration, road damage).  The KIAA response will be submitted to the Met Council, and a response will be requested, by the July 21<sup>st</sup> deadline.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Investing in Neighborhood Parks/Closing the Gap – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Minneapolis Park and Rec Board is conducting neighborhood hearings through late September to discuss the current state of Minneapolis Parks and those in need of repairs that may have been deferred.  Please see the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board for dates on upcoming hearings.  You can also email <a href=\"mailto:closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org\">closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org</a> for information and input.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, August 3rd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>June 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 1st, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and Jean Deatrich, and 3 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in June or July.  The next will be August 6<sup>th</sup>, topic is TBD.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa is sending out a weekly downtown event and construction alert including sporting and arts events and street closures.  Future emails will include the reconstruction of Hennepin at Lyndale, Nicollet Mall Reconstruction, etc. Residents can sign up for the weekly Friday email by emailing Lisa’s office.  She is hopeful that the information will help residents and visitors get around town a little easier with all the construction and exciting downtown events.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Streets events are starting, sponsored by the city and the Bicycle Coalition.  There will be road closures and roads will be open to pedestrians and bikers.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.openstreetsmpls.com/\">www.openstreetsmpls.com</a> for more information.</li>\r\n	<li>With the warm weather approaching, residents are advised to keep garages and homes locked when not home.  This will deter crimes of opportunity.  Also, keep valuables out of sight in your car, and keep your car locked even when it is in your garage.  Residents are encouraged to call 911 if you see any suspicious activity.  This will help control crimes of opportunity.</li>\r\n	<li>The City and the Park Board advise to water trees regularly, and advise against pruning ash trees, which can spread the Emerald Ash borer.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update (ECLB, “Hidden Beach”) – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Activities are being planned to increase resident usage of the beach.  Activities will mainly be sponsored by a 3<sup>rd</sup> party, not the Park Board or City.  Matt will submit an article to Hill and Lakes Press with more information in an upcoming issue.</li>\r\n	<li>The first log roll was held on Saturday May 30th with about 25 attendees.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Lake Swimming is in the planning stages, similar Lake Nokomis Open Swim.  The intent is to give residents the opportunity to swim in open water for exercise and triathlon training.  Also for trained swimmers that do not have access to a pool.  The open swim events will be managed by the YMCA.</li>\r\n	<li>Other events are being planned, such as morning meditations, arts events, and more.  Announcements will be shared via the Nextdoor Kenwood website, so please sign up for the site for alerts on upcoming events.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is working to see if a sign can be secured to post at the entrance of the beach area announcing the schedule of activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is doing an amazing job leading the ECLB subcommittee and KIAA appreciates his dedication and effort to bring fun activities to ECLB for everyone.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low outlined the revised neighborhood priority plan that was drafted to direct activities and advise the expenditure of Community Participation Program funds.  Changes to the former plan were advised in response to a recent survey of residents and ongoing KIAA priorities.  Kathy did not seek re-election and was handing the work off to the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Included in the plan is SWLRT work, additional police patrols for ECLB, monthly newsletter, and neighborhood programming activities.</li>\r\n	<li>The final revised plan will be submitted to the city and put on record in the KIAA archives.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS is now published which reflects co-location of Light Rail and Freight Rail.  LRT Done Right is drafting a response to the SDEIS (Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement).  Jeanette Colby proposed that KIAA utilize the LRT Done Right as a foundation to the response for KIAA.  The responses are due by July 6<sup>th</sup> unless an extension is granted.  KIAA will draft a response representative of views expressed by residents and an evaluation of the SDEIS.  Any resident can review the SDEIS at <a href=\"http://www.metrocouncil.org/\">www.metrocouncil.org</a>.  Residents are encouraged to review environmental findings and mitigation plans and provide input to the Met Council directly.  The City of Minneapolis and Park Board are each planning to submit a response to the SDEIS in addition to those of LRT Done Right and KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to be involved with the Citizens Advisory Committee.  KIAA did not support co-location of freight and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor, but will focus the feedback on mitigation that is needed as determined by the board for safety, vibration, noise, light, and economic potential adverse effects on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of KIAA Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby was elected to Chair of the Board.  Ed Pluimer was re-elected as Treasurer.  Larry Moran was elected Vice Chair, to help oversee that transition of the position of Chair to Jeanette.  Shawn Smith was re-elected to Secretary.  The website will be updated by Jean Deatrich to reflect the officers for the next annual period.  It was noted that new members will be needed to continue the work of the board as some members have served for several terms and new resident participation is needed for succession planning.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2015 KIAA 4<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA had its 4<sup>th</sup> annual gathering on May 5<sup>th</sup> in Downtown Kenwood, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">In attendance were the KIAA board, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene, MPRB Anita Tabb, Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, 8 serving board members up for re-election, and approximately 80 neighbors.</p>\r\nThe gathering began at 6PM. The weather was great and everyone enjoyed complimentary Red Wagon Pizza and beverages provided by KIAA. Janet Hallaway from The Bridge for Youth was available to answer questions regarding her organization and to take donations. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM. He stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year: SWLRT work including work on the CAC and mitigation of potential adverse effects to the neighborhood, support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Movies in the Park, Kenwood Carnival, and the Skating Party. He also introduced Matt Spies, who leads the subcommittee working to address concerns over East Cedar Lake “Hidden” Beach. Angie Erdrich gave an update on the Raingarden to be constructed at Kenwood Corner in August 2015.\r\n\r\nLarry introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to himself: Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Ed Pluimer, and Shawn Smith. Larry made the motion for re-election, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood. If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us. If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> April 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">The KIAA Board met April 6, 2015, at Kenwood Rec Center.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Board Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Others present: Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and other Kenwood residents</p>\r\n\r\n<h1><strong>7th Ward Update - City Council Member Lisa Goodman </strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping on most north/south streets will be the week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; east/west streets and the remaining north/south streets will be the week of April 20<sup>th</sup>. Yard waste pickup begins week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; use compostable bags or yard waste containers.</li>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be on Wednesday April 29<sup>th</sup>. Olga Viso, Executive Director of the Walker Art Center, will give an in-depth look at the Walker’s $75 million renovation plans, including the Sculpture Garden and improvements to the hill and along Vineland Place. As usual, please arrive between 11:30 - 11:45 am to get lunch and a seat for the program.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa Goodman is also arranging a visit to the Minneapolis Emergency Operations Center the week of May 4<sup>th</sup> for interested residents. The Center was moved to Fridley and improved after the 35W bridge collapse. Space will be limited. Notice will be sent to anyone who is signed up for her regular notices by email. (Email her office if you would like to be added to her distribution list.)</li>\r\n	<li>Some qualified residents of CIDNA and Lowry Hill have volunteered to be on the Kenilworth Station Art and Landscape Committee that will look at station area design for some of the Minneapolis Southwest Light Rail stations. Selections will be made soon; contact Lisa Goodman’s office if anyone else is interested. KIAA expressed the strong interest in having this committee consider ways that the presence of a station could have a positive impact on problems at East Cedar Lake beach. Lisa Goodman thinks the committee will be focused only on the station design.</li>\r\n	<li>The owners of 1800 Lake/Knox project have stopped pumping water from the basement of the building into Lake Calhoun in accordance with the consent decree.</li>\r\n	<li>The City’s composting program has started; organics can be taken to drop-off sites listed at <a href=\"http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996\">http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996</a>. One of the drop-off sites is the South Transfer Station, 2850 20th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55407. Organics pick up will start in April 2016 for the Kenwood neighborhood. Homeowners will be charged for the service whether they sign up for pick up or not.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The East Cedar Lake Beach KIAA subcommittee recently met and also conducted an online survey. Survey results will be posted on NextDoor; there was interest in log-rolling, which could be once/week in partnership with the maker of synthetic logs who lives in the area, as well as point-to-point swimming across Cedar Lake. The Park Board indicated that they would be supportive of this swimming by providing a lifeguard and allowing this activity, which normally is prohibited.</li>\r\n	<li>The subcommittee discussed that the Park Police are best situated to determine when to deploy extra policing funded by KIAA. Josine Peters introduced a resolution to allocate an additional $3,000 (when added to the previously approved $5,000, for a total of $8,000) of remaining KIAA NRP funds to the Police Buy-Back contract with the City. Jack Levi seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Another idea for positive programming at the Beach is a canoe paddle derby. Jeanette Colby has confirmed the details for one KIAA-sponsored event for all ages: the Open Eye Figure Theatre Driveway Tour will be on Friday, June 5th at 7 p.m. at East Cedar Lake Beach. Residents are invited to picnic and enjoy an innovative puppet show. Jeanette Colby introduced a resolution approving $400 for the event; Kathy Low seconded and it passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Long-term solutions to the problems at the Beach were also discussed at the subcommitee’s recent meeting. Some of the Park Board’s ideas to be considered in the future include fixing up trails and constructing restrooms. <strong>The</strong> suggestion that a CAC be formed as a forum for discussing these kinds of changes was met with enthusiasm.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>SWLRT Discussion - Kathy Low</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy provided an update on the 106 review (environmental review process re: adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties in the neighborhood). KIAA continues to use the PVN consulting firm to assist in our role as consulting party in this process. Kathy proposed a resolution to approve a contract with PVN for 2015 and to add $2,000 to the contract with the City using Neighborhood Priority Plan funds to cover this cost. The consultant will discuss with KIAA what scope of work is requested for each future meeting. It is possible that CIDNA will share in the cost of the consultant’s time to prepare and attend meetings<strong>.</strong> The motion was seconded and carried unanimously. Kathy will attend the next 106 meeting on April 22<sup>nd</sup> and KIAA will seek a new representative for future meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>KIAA Annual Gathering – Angie Erdrich, Ed Pluimer</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> outside the downtown Kenwood businesses on West 21<sup>st</sup> Street beginning at 6 pm. BeARTrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Ed proposed a resolution to allocate $100 each to help with expenses those two businesses will incur as well as funds to cover other KIAA expenses for supplies for the event. Kathy Low seconded and the resolution passed unanimously. Delicious individually-prepared pizza will be prepared on site by Red Wagon Pizza. There will be a brief presentation by Chair Larry Moran at 6:30 describing KIAA activities. The 2015-2016 KIAA board will then be elected: new board members are needed and encouraged to attend. Last year was a huge success and all residents are welcome. Donations to the Bridge for Youth will be accepted.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:25 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, May 4th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on 21<sup>st</sup> Street in front of the Kenwood businesses as described above. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident in each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kiaa55405@gmail.com.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met March 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee), Dr. Eric Larson, and 6 other attendees and neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>No Update this month</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto provided an update on how KIAA funding was utilized in the summer of 2014 beach season. A total of 93 hours were utilized by park police for a budget cost of $6084, over the authorization of $5000 by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Most offenses at ECLB are due to narcotics and alcohol. Submitted for the minutes was a 10 year recap of police reports. 2014 had 101 reports written (not necessarily arrests)</li>\r\n	<li>Chief would like to continue to have “buy back” patrols in 2015 and to have funding in place before June for proactive presence at the beach. The Chief’s recommendation was to have an officer present from 11AM till 4PM on scheduled days (from buy back funding), so as not to double up coverage that is regularly scheduled after 2PM till 10PM, based on availability. He also recommended the board reach out to the 5<sup>th</sup> Precinct City Attorney for partnership in increasing awareness of repeat offenders. Further, to reach out to Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams for support.</li>\r\n	<li>Preceding the recommendation of the Hidden Beach task force, which will be provided to KIAA later in March, Jeanette Colby made a motion to authorize $5000 initially pending the recommendation of the committee (to be finalized March 17<sup>th</sup> at the rec center at 6:30, public welcome) and to be revisited at a later date in case extra funding is needed due to ideas that come from the task force. Josine Peters seconded. Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Larry Moran provided an update from the Community Advisory Committee meeting (Jody Strakosch is the neighborhood CAC representative), which occurs the last Tuesday of each month. Topics included Development Reviews, Community Works, and Design and Engineering. The primary issue was the SDEIS which will be delayed until late Spring or early summer, or later. This is important as SDEIS would speak to the environmental impact of co-location of freight and LRT in the Kenilworth Corridor with a single tunnel. Once complete, the public will have a 45 day period to comment.</li>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low provided an update on the 106 review (adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties). In December, KIAA sent a letter outlining concerns on this topic. MnDot agreed to expedite traffic studies to assess impact of project. It remains unclear what, if any, mitigation will be done to mitigate potential adverse impacts on historic properties. Motion carried unanimously for Kathy Low to send the letter regarding KIAA position on the channel. Motion also carried unanimously to authorize an additional $500 to pay the consultants PVN to help KIAA prepare a response letter to the most recent 106 consultation meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>Dr. Eric Larson, neighbor, addressed the board regarding the transportation of flammable liquids through the Kenilworth Corridor alongside SWLRT. He sent a letter to Fire Chief Fruetel asking him to explore the inherent danger of, and a plan to manage and mitigate the damage in the event of a spill or fire resulting from an ethanol train accident. Construction of the shallow tunnel will occur 12 feet from the freight rail track. Motion carried unanimously to endorse the letter.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn Smith made a motion to update, sign on behalf of KIAA, and send a letter to Senator Dibble recapping the discussion on outstanding questions on SWLRT from the last two meetings, to outline where information is needed and outstanding concerns that are not addressed. Seconded by Josine, carried unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Sculpture Garden Renovation – Josine Peters (minutes addendum)</h1>\r\n<strong>Statement:</strong>\r\n\r\nAs part of the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden renovation, the Walker Art Center will temporarily remove most sculptures. Many will be in storage, but others will be on short- or long-term loan to a number of Twin Cities institutions so that the public can still enjoy them during the construction project. The Walker is still in conversation with these potential partners and is identifying particular works for relocation. No official decisions have been made.\r\n\r\nOne thing we know for certain is that the Frank Gehry <em>Standing Fish</em> will be relocated from the Cowles Conservatory in order to reimagine that particular space. A formal announcement will be made in early 2015 announcing the relocation of specific artworks and their locations.\r\n\r\nMore information can be found on Minneapolisparks.org. Search under “current projects”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Carnival</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Motion carried unanimously to authorize $750 Kenwood Carnival.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> in front of the Kenwood Restaurant, 6-7:30. BeArtrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Food will be Red Wagon Pizza. New prospective board members are welcome. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Volunteers are Needed for Earth Day Cleanup.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meet on Saturday, April 25<sup>th</sup> at the Kenwood Rec Center. 9:30-noon. More info to come in April.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>February 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met February 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; 4 neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1>Lunch with Lisa on Feb 25<sup>th</sup> and the topic is TBD at the time of this meeting. There will be a communication shortly to provide interested residents the time, place and topic. The last lunch was well attended with a speaker from the Youth Homelessness Initiative.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There is a wrecking permit pulled for a residence at 2536 Upton S for a replacement house.</li>\r\n	<li>Property valuation notices for 2015 have been mailed to residents. If residents would like to have a review for equalization of their property value, it must be done at this time. If you believe your property is not correctly assessed, please refer to the City of Minneapolis website for instructions. You will need to pull your own comparative properties and submit an application for review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update, Section 106 Review (potential affects of SWLRT on historic properties) – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that the next SWLRT section 106 consultation meeting is 2/6. KIAA will attend the meeting along with the other consulting parties; SWLRT project staff, the State Historic Preservation Office, City of Minneapolis, the Park Board, CIDNA, and others. This meeting concerns solely the impact on the historical Kenilworth Channel crossing. Adverse effects on neighborhood historic properties from construction as well as operation of the trains and related traffic will continue to be the top focus of KIAA at future 106 meetings. Jeanette Colby motioned to approve $500 for the KIAA retained consultants Preservation Design Works to attend the meeting, Josine Peters seconded. The motion was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a follow up discussion led by Larry Moran regarding the need for specifics from the SW Project office for what to expect in 2015 on the project to be able to inform residents and how best to obtain that information. Suggestions that were made would be finalized after the meeting as a follow up but included contacting representatives to request their attention to any concerns that are not being addressed.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Larry Moran</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA task force is continuing to work on solutions for the 2015 beach season. The importance of continuity was stressed for a neighborhood strategy to address neighborhood concerns regarding the beach. If KIAA funds extra park police patrols in 2015, KIAA would work with funding recipients to align on how the money would be spent, and would look to include Chief Ohotto and Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams in the conversations. Jack Levi to follow up with Kathy Williams for an update from the task force on long term strategies and next steps.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> January 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 5, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Vice Chair Mike Bono called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; Dan Pennie, Anne Carayon, Dylan Thomas (SW Journal), Jean Deatrick (Hill and Lakes Press), Bruce Brunner, Donna Minter, Jody Strakosch\r\n\r\n7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman\r\n<h1><em> </em>Lunch with Lisa on Jan 28<sup>th</sup> will feature a Youth Homelessness speaker. RSVP to Lisa’s office is appreciated.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>SWLRT. There will be CIDNA, KIAA, Bryn Mawr, and Cedar Lake Park Association representation on committees regarding the W 21<sup>st</sup> St and Penn Ave stations. The city is seeking individuals with landscape architecture experience to serve on the committees and give input on environmental mitigation and remediation strategies.</li>\r\n	<li>A CIDNA homeowner described damage to homes on Sunset Blvd from the recent Met Council sewer reconstruction project. The Met Council and its contractor have not satisfactorily addressed the homeowners’ property damage claims according to the testimonial. Kathy Low brought forth a resolution for discussion, similar to one recently passed by CIDNA, requesting that the Met Council revise processes to resolve damage disputes and compensate property owners who suffer damage due to Met Council projects, especially in light of the proposed SWLRT construction. Discussion on how to engage state and city leadership is an issue that is common to neighborhoods at risk of damage by construction, for the agenda of a January 21<sup>st</sup> meeting. Kathy Low moved for approval of the resolution. Jeanette Colby seconded. Unanimously passed and final version was published to KIAA post-meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that on 1/7 the Park Board will vote on two resolutions – 1) request approval of funding to complete a study of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel for SWLRT 2) a letter to the FTA stating that input from the Park Board has not been duly considered (note: the Park Board subsequently voted to approve these motions in the 1/7 meeting). In the board’s materials for discussion is the KIAA Section 106 letter (which is in regard to the adverse effects of construction on historic districts or properties). This letter was approved between KIAA monthly meetings. There was a general discussion regarding upcoming opportunities for neighborhood input, potentially coordinating input with CIDNA and Cedar Lake Park Association, and the reliability of the funding for above mentioned mitigation strategies.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Property Resolution – Kathy Low</h1>\r\nHidden Beach Committee\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike Bono surfaced the discussion of the formation of a KIAA committee to proactively handle concerns for Hidden Beach. The committee chair description was developed by Chair Larry Moran prior to the meeting and was reviewed by the board members present. Angie Erdrich offered to get input on the draft description from Kathy Williams and the Hidden Beach committee she chairs currently.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nKIAA Annual Gathering\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The date of the Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. Preparations are underway and more details are to come. All neighbors are encouraged to join in the annual celebration of our neighborhood, and participate in the election of the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nRain Gardens\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich shared that 20 residents had applied for raingardens. A huge win for the</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>The Rain Garden grant is through Metro Blooms.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Addendum:</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The City of Minneapolis Public Works Department, after consultation with the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board, is working with a contractor to install a temporary diversion of the stormwater system from an outfall pipe in the Lagoon (between Lake of the Isles and Lake Calhoun) to the north shoreline of Lake Calhoun.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWork on the installation begain last week and is expected to be completed by January 16.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Mike Bono at 8:39 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<table width=\"640\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"9\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"4\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n&nbsp;','KIAA','','inherit','closed','closed','','1607-revision-6','','','2017-10-02 12:57:42','2017-10-02 17:57:42','',1607,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/10/02/1607-revision-6/',0,'revision','',0),(1616,2,'2017-10-02 13:57:08','2017-10-02 18:57:08','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(click on a topic below to view)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#what\">What is KIAA?</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#message\">Message from KIAA Chair</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#listing\">Listing of Board Members</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#join\">Join a Committee</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#support\">Support Our Neighborhood</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#minutes\">KIAA Board Meeting Minutes</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Bylaws_2011.pdf\">KIAA bylaws (click for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-EEO-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA EEO Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-ADA-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA ADA Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/KIAA-Grievance-Procedure1.docx\">KIAA Grievance Procedure</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"what\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>What is KIAA ?</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Isles Area Association</strong> <strong></strong>is a volunteer organization of Kenwood residents who, since 1962, have worked together in a collaborative effort to address issues and matters related to maintaining and improving the quality of life in our neighborhood. The neighborhood-elected Board of Directors generally meets the 1st Monday of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. These meetings are open to the public. The topics of discussion include:\r\n\r\nA City Council update from Lisa Goodman, our City Council representative\r\n\r\nA Treasurer’s report\r\n\r\nCommittee updates\r\n\r\nOther neighborhood updates/news\r\n\r\nWe invite you to attend our meetings and to become involved in the neighborhood by joining the Board or serving on one of our committees: Communications, Crime and Safety, Events/Special Projects, Light Rail Transit (LRT), Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP), and Zoning.\r\n\r\nWe also invite you to participate in our neighborhood events which include:\r\n\r\nThe City of Lakes Loppet and neighborhood skating party in late January/early February\r\n\r\nOur annual neighborhood meeting in May\r\n\r\nSpecial events in Kenwood Park during the summer\r\n\r\nThe Twin Cities Marathon in early October.\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA Mission Statement</strong> – To build a strong community in the Kenwood-Isles area by providing leadership, information on local matters, and a forum for issues resolution.\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Mascot</strong>, Egret (Why the Egret you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Color</strong>, Red (Why red you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\"><img title=\"egret-red\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"448\" height=\"261\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"listing\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Shawn Smith (Chair)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Larry Moran (Vice Chair) </strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Jack Levi (Secretary)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:jack@levicapital.com\">jack@levicapital.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Matthew Spies (Treasurer)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>matthew.spies@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Michael Bono</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:mbono@brocade.com\">mbono@brocade.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Mark Brown</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:pluim2020@aol.com\">M</a>ark@AcceleratedInnovations.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong><a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><a href=\"mailto:angie_sandeep@yahoo.com\">angie_sandeep@yahoo.c</a>om\r\n\r\n<strong>Carl Goldstein</strong>\r\n\r\ncarl@wordsonfire.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Kyle Leier</strong>\r\n\r\nKyleier@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeremy Nichols</strong>\r\n\r\njsn@umn.edu\r\n\r\n<strong>Will Stensrud</strong>\r\n\r\nwillstensrud@gmail.com\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div><strong>Join a Committee</strong> – The <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> would love to have more neighborhood participation on our standing committees. We need your ideas on how to make the <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> even better and more relevant to everyone in the neighborhood. Any one who lives or owns property in the Kenwood neighborhood is eligible to join. If you are interested in participating, please contact any of the committee members listed:</div>\r\n<table width=\"810\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Communications </strong>(Chair is vacant) –This committee works toward better communication among neighbors, KIAA Board members, and other organizations and entities. It also works to promote the Kenwood neighborhood.Responsibilities include:</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Publishing the semi-annual KIAA newsletter and monthly e-newsletter</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the KIAA web site</li>\r\n	<li>Creating/maintaining the neighborhood welcome kit</li>\r\n	<li>Developing communication materials and methods</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the neighborhood e-mail distribution list</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong> Chair is Mark Johnson – <a href=\"mailto:mjruns26@gmail.com\">mjruns26@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee works to promote safety in the Kenwood neighborhood.Goals include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Keeping the community safe</li>\r\n	<li>Educating residents about safety issues</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating information about crimes in the area in a timely and accurate manner</li>\r\n	<li>Recruiting block leaders</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining a relationship with the Minneapolis Police Dept. and Crime Prevention Specialist</li>\r\n	<li>For more information or to subscribe to the quarterly e-newsletter for our precinct (the 5th) visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>or text SPOTLIGHT to 22828.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Events/Special Projects</strong> Chair is Amy Lucas – <a href=\"mailto:amylucas@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">amymlucas@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee plans neighborhood events and works with the Kenwood Recreation Center staff and other neighborhood associations to co-sponsor events. It also addresses issues of current interest to neighborhood residents and ensures KIAA representation on community task forces.Some of the annual events coordinated by this committee are:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Skating party</li>\r\n	<li>Earth day/community cleanup day</li>\r\n	<li>Neighborhood Annual Meeting</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>LRT</strong> Chair is Jeanette Colby – <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\" target=\"_blank\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\nHennepin County and the Met Council are planning a light rail line (SWLRT) between Eden Prairie and downtown Minneapolis that would run along the Kenilworth Trail through the Kenwood neighborhood. KIAA has taken an active role in advocating for high design standards and mitigation that protect our parks and neighborhood.Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Attending community meetings</li>\r\n	<li>Drafting resolutions</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with the KIAA Board and neighbors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong></strong><strong>NRP </strong>Chair position is vacant\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as liaison with the Minneapolis Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) and with the new Minneapolis Neighborhood &amp; Community Relations (NCR) Department.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Management of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Solicitation of neighborhood projects to be recipients of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Completion of required paperwork</li>\r\n	<li>Development and implementation of our NRP Phase II plan</li>\r\n	<li>Communication with NRP staff and neighborhood activists citywide regarding NRP matters</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and written materials required by new Minneapolis NCR Department</li>\r\n	<li>Frequent updates regarding NRP and Minneapolis NCR/NCEC matters at KIAA Board meetings</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Zoning</strong> Chair is Larry Moran – <a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as the liaison between neighborhood homeowners seeking variances or conditional use permits and the KIAA Board.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Responding to neighbor’s questions regarding neighborhood zoning rules</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating the variance or conditional use permit process to neighbors</li>\r\n	<li>Meeting with neighbors to review any variance or conditional use permit requests</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with Minneapolis zoning and planning officials</li>\r\n	<li>Presenting requests for variances or conditional use permits to the KIAA Board</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"support\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Support Our Neighborhood – </strong>Your membership helps<strong> KIAA</strong> support neighborhood projects and events. Click on the link below to download a PDF of the membership form, then print out the form:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?attachment_id=113\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-113\">KIAA_Membership form (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform.gif\"><img title=\"KIAA Membership Form\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform-150x150.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>September 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong></p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKIAA Board met on 9/12/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Angie Erdrich, Kyle Leier, Will Stensrud. Directors absent: Mike Bono, Carl Goldstein, Mark Brown, Jeremy Nichols.  Also present: Councilmember Lisa Goodman, Jake Warner, Jean Deatrick.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the “60% design review regarding Peavey Plaza”. One of the decisions made so far is that there will be no public restrooms at the Plaza, but the MN Orchestra will be providing a restroom for the public.</li>\r\n	<li>In October, the Superbowl committee is giving out $100,000 and organizing lots of kids’ activities.</li>\r\n	<li>October street sweeping: the City is looking at a 4-5 week window. Date for starting has not established yet.</li>\r\n	<li>The Mayor delivered the budget today. Details at: <a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/mayor/news/WCMSP-204780\">http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/mayor/news/WCMSP-204780</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ol start=\"1\">\r\n	<li></li>\r\n</ol>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis early voting date is September 22, 2017</li>\r\n	<li>So far, 45,000 households signed up for organic recycling in Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>The Graves Foundation is proposing a facility near Hennepin &amp; Franklin for affordable youth housing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Thrill Kenwood, Clothing Swap &amp; other topics  - Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n\r\nThrill Kenwood will happen again this year, and $2,150 is needed for the budget. Shawn asked that KIAA approve a $750 contribution. The motion was approved by KIAA, unanimously.\r\n\r\nKenwood neighbors have expressed an interest in holding a clothing swap.  Angie Erdrich requested the KIAA sponsor this activity, as it is an opportunity to both support re-use and build community.  It could be held at the Kenwood Rec Center for a $75 room rental fee.  The board unanimously approved a $75 expenditure for this activity. Funding was supported as it ties to KIAA neighborhood priorities to build more neighborhood connections at the Rec Center.\r\n\r\nKIAA approved up to $300 to sponsor a Ward 7 candidate forum.  Funding will come from NRP money where expenses qualify for reimbursement. The forum will be at the St Paul Episcopal church on Sept 28 at 7pm.\r\n\r\nThere is a shortage of election judges this year; everyone is encouraged to apply for the vacancies.\r\n\r\nThere will be a modified grievance policy regarding KIAA and all other neighborhood associations. This means that, if someone objects to the way an association allocates funds, they can bring a grievance. More information on this will be available shortly.\r\n\r\nLouise Erdrich/Birch Bark Books new additional location update: Still being renovated; it will be an extension of the book store; there may be some other social activities there.\r\n\r\nMany neighborhoods do Happy Hour gatherings; should KIAA do something like that? At Bockley Gallery? TBD.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>How to make Cedar Lake a Better Place – Jake (Ron) Werner</strong>\r\n\r\nJake Werner came prepared with a slide presentation to make a case for a more orderly, better groomed area all around Cedar Lake. Jake would like to see funding for a paved path around Cedar Lake and removal of downed trees and invasive Buckthorn. The scope of the Lake goes beyond just Kenwood; it involves two other neighborhoods and therefore coordination with them is important.\r\n\r\nThis discussion arose in the context of ideas for possible structural changes at East Cedar Beach that could lead to a safer and more welcoming environment for everyone.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>Will Stensrud</strong>: The sauna in the application process; it will no longer be a summer-end activity, but the process is on track for a later opening; Will continues to talk to them to see where things are at.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hidden Beach – Jack Levi</strong>\r\n\r\nJack and Will talked about having the Shakespeare in the Park Series at East Cedar Beach (in addition to the existing locations). More ideas for Hidden Beach activities are encouraged and they should be brought to the KIAA board meeting next month for discussion or emailed to Will Stensrud, East Cedar Beach Committee Chair, <a href=\"mailto:willstensrud@gmail.com\">willstensrud@gmail.com</a>.  The East Cedar Beach committee will begin planning for next year this fall, so activities will be ready as soon as the weather warms next spring.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:37 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on October 2, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 7/10/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center<ins cite=\"mailto:Lucas%20Lucas\" datetime=\"2012-07-16T18:56\"></ins></p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Absent:  Mark Brown.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the  “50% design regarding Peavey Plaza”</li>\r\n	<li>The Penn/Oliver reconstruction project continues; the Penn Ave S setback has been approved. You can go to the Penn Oliver website for more information. Hard finish will be before 8/25/17, before school starts</li>\r\n	<li>The home on 2431 W22nd St is a potential teardown: No news yet regarding this property</li>\r\n	<li>Aug 1, 2017 is National Night Out: Permit application is by July 18<sup>th</sup> to avoid $100 fee.</li>\r\n	<li>Kmart on Lake St: The City is thinking about alternative locations for KMart. The City owns the land and building and the lease expires in 2050. Kmart’s demands are currently not acceptable to the City, so there is a deadlock for now on negotiations.</li>\r\n	<li>Regarding the 35W reconstruction: Starting in August, Interstate 35W will be under construction between I-94 in downtown Minneapolis and 46th Street. Bridges across 35W will be repaired or reconstructed.</li>\r\n	<li>The Pirate Mermaid event is on July 15 1-3pm. Need help with pirate booty and lemonade; Jeanette has offered to help.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a photo area for families to take pictures</li>\r\n	<li>Has KIAA done a neighborhood walking tour? Amanda thinks it would be a good idea. She will propose something.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake event – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The family event that took place in June resulted in commotion at the beach. The police presence diminished after that.  Then, another day following this commotion, there was a fight at the beach, followed by confrontation between the beachgoers and the police.  Following these events, KIAA met with the police; Matt sent a memo to the KIAA Board regarding this meeting with the police 2 weeks ago.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding encampments at Hidden Beach (as well as around South Minneapolis).</li>\r\n	<li>Ron wants to go over photos for ideas regarding paths for walking around the Hidden Beach area, as well as other parts of Cedar Lake. KIAA would like to hear his ideas and then form a committee to steer ideas into reality.</li>\r\n	<li>South Cedar Beach will be re-designed as a result of a private donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>John Peterson</strong>\r\n\r\nThis organization makes saunas available by bringing the sauna to the public. It is a mobile sauna 20X8 ft. John was referred to the park board to obtain a permit.\r\n\r\nThe company is now a coop and they are trying to expand. They currently have 141 members.\r\n\r\nJohn would like to do an event in August 2017 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nJeanette raised the issue that beach goers should be invited to make reservations, not just Kenwood residents. In general, the KIAA board that this would support the KIAA objective for positive programming at the beach.\r\n\r\nThe Motion for sauna operation at Hidden Beach by Will was approved by all.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\nMatt gave a KIAA financial report covering current account balances and monthly financial activity.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>2017 Neighborhood Priority Plan– Mike Bono</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe following was approved by the KIAA Board today:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) is participating in the Community Participation Program (CPP) for Minneapolis neighborhood organizations. CPP is a city program designed to give residents and property owners the power to improve or maintain their own neighborhoods and direct city resources to fit their needs.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe goal of Neighborhood Priority Plans is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners. Neighborhood Priority Plans must be developed and adopted through a thorough neighborhood participation process. The plan identifies preliminary neighborhood priorities (as identified by the neighborhood) and potential partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the result of the neighborhood survey, KIAA proposes to use its Community Participation Program funds allocated to the Neighborhood Priority Plan as listed below:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n1) Support community outreach and consulting services related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n2) Provide funding for landscaping around Lake of the Isles and for spreading awareness about preserving Cedar Lake Park.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n3) Provide funding for increased crime prevention and safety activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n4) Support the Kenwood Recreation Center, Kenwood School, and local businesses with funding for programming activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n5) Continue to fund a resource to assist KIAA with its communication efforts.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSpecifically, the proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan would include but no be limited to:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Supporting cooperative efforts with surrounding neighborhoods and organizations to minimize negative impacts on the Kenilworth trail as a result of the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Provide funding to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Continuing annual support of additional police patrols at East Cedar Lake Beach and other crime prevention activities such as increased police patrols in the alleys.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Contracting for part-time help to continue the monthly e-newsletter, and other communication efforts including developments regarding LRT.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Providing funding for educational programming and social activities with Kenwood School</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on September 11, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a>June Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met June 5<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</strong></p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1>Highlights from the KIAA Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Annual Gathering was held on Monday May 8<sup>th</sup> (rain date)</li>\r\n	<li>Total attendees were approximately 100.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2017-2018 board was elected, including 3 new board members (Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein).  Josine Peters stepped down, and we thank her for her service.</li>\r\n	<li>Speakers included Louise Erdrich regarding the renovation of the former Stephen Dean’s Tailors space, and Deb Pilger from MPRB regarding goats at Hidden Beach.  MetroBlooms and Hennepin County Recycling set up information tables.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction utility and roadwork is beginning.  The work will be completed by early fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Lunch with Lisa Field Trip will happen June 21<sup>st</sup> at 11:45AM.  You can choose from an Arts Tour of the Sculpture Garden, or a Hard Hat Tour of The Target Center Renovation.  Please contact Lisa’s office, as space is limited.  The next Lunch with Lisa is in September and will cover the Peavey Plaza renovation.</li>\r\n	<li>The City will not be able to ban plastic bags from grocery stores as originally planned (due to state legislative pre-emption).  The City is exploring other options and strategies to reduce the use of plastic bags.</li>\r\n	<li>Household hazardous waste events are occurring in June, July, and August.  The city will recover or recycle paint, solvents, etc. for free.  The next two are June 23-24 at the Public Works Facility (3607 E 44<sup>th</sup> St), and July 28-29 at Jenny Lind Elementary (5025 Bryant Ave N)</li>\r\n	<li>There was an open discussion on plastic bags, organic composting, downtown crime</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Election of Officers - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board elected officers for the 2017-2018 season, and welcomed three new directors.  The new KIAA board was unanimously approved by vote; Chair:  Shawn Smith.  Vice-Chair:  Larry Moran.  Treasurer:  Matt Spies.  Secretary:  Jack Levi.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nConflict of Interest Policy - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Board approved the KIAA Conflict of Interest Policy by email voting on April 26<sup>th</sup>, 2017.</li>\r\n	<li>Each board member signed the policy which is designed to 1) protect public trust in the integrity of the KIAA-decision making process and 2) to establish the procedures applicable to the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest in the context of transactions or arrangements entered into by KIAA where a member may have a financial interest in or fiduciary responsibility towards an entity with which KIAA is negotiating a transaction or arrangement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that donations in 2017 were down more than 50% vs. 2016.  This needs to be a focus for the upcoming fiscal year.  Jeanette made a motion to approve reimbursements as noted on financial detail.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Oriole Feeding Installations/Prairie Restoration Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie requested reimbursement for $192 to support the installation of the Oriole Feeding Station, to plant new plants in the prairie restoration area and food for the orioles.  The plants are consistent with the strategy as they are part of the natural environment for the prairie and orioles.  The funding was already approved at the April meeting and is under budget so was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Programming– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown and Will Stensruud planned the June 10<sup>th</sup> Family Beach Opener.  Artrageous is hosting activities for kids.  Jeanette moved to approve $300 for food and refreshments and not more than $500.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Summer Solstice Celebration on Wednesday, June 21<sup>st</sup>.  Artrageous is hosting the solstice party and it will be shared via social media.</li>\r\n	<li>Yoga is free to the public (hosted by KIAA) is held every Thursday at 7PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Open water swims start Monday June 19<sup>th</sup>.  Participants must sign up with the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Jim Gilroy Bench Dedication – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA last year lost a beloved board member, Jim Gilroy.  Thanks to the generosity of Kenwood residents, Jim’s friends and family, a bench was purchased in his memory on the Lake of the Isles Walking Path, across from Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church.  On Sunday, June 25<sup>th</sup> (1-5PM) there will be a dedication picnic.  All are welcome to attend to celebrate his life.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Park Board Update – Mark Holtey\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Rec Center will receive a Little Library this month.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Minnesota Zoomobile Presentation Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> at the Kenwood Park Picnic area from 1-1:45PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Movies in the Park at Kenwood Part resumes Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> 15 minutes after dusk.  This month’s showing will be <em>Hidden Figures</em>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on Monday, July 10th, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met April 3<sup>rd</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</strong></p>\r\n<strong> <img title=\"More...\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-includes/js/tinymce/plugins/wordpress/img/trans.gif\" alt=\"\" />Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown, Angie Erdrich, and Matt Spies.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick.</strong>\r\n<h1><strong><em> </em></strong></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction is scheduled to begin within a couple of months. The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting reviewing the project on April 25<sup>th</sup> at 6:30 at the Kenwood Rec Center.  There will be a separate public meeting on the assessment, tentatively scheduled for May 9<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>The April 26<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will host representatives from the Park Board and Walker Sculpture Garden.  They will discuss public art and sculpture, including updates on the Walker.  Please call Lisa’s office to order a lunch in advance ($10).</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping begins April 11. <a href=\"http://www.minneapolis.gov/streetsweeping\">www.minneapolismn.gov/publicworks/streetsweeping</a>.  Please be sure to follow parking restrictions to avoid a ticket.  Yard waste bundles will also be picked up at the same time – place it with recycling for pickup.  Do not sweep into the street as it is damaging to the environment.</li>\r\n	<li>As Backyard Fire season begins, please observe City Rules:  Permitted only 9AM to 10PM, burn only untreated fire wood (no trash), fire must be 25 feet from a structure and in a fire ring.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>I-35W will be under rehabilitation starting Summer 2017-Fall 2021, between 43<sup>rd</sup> St S and 15<sup>th</sup> St.  Please see <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies (Pre-Report)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt pre-reported less than $2500 in expenditures for the month, which included payments for the Hill and Lake Press Annual Sponsorship, down payments for the annual gathering, and board liability insurance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>2552 W Lake of the Isles Variance – Ryan Smith, Tyler Hillger</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Construction on the vacant lot at 2552 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway will require two variances to build as designed:  1) Front Yard Setback.  Due to the curve of the street, the setback rule would place the house in violation.  The variance would allow the setback variance to be consistent with the adjacent homes.  As designed, the front of the home will be behind the front of the original home down in 2004.  2) Terrace Square Footage Maximum.  The planned terrace would be allowable if variance 1 is approved.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA did not make a motion on the variance and requested that the board be kept informed and adjacent neighbors directly engaged by the homeowner.</li>\r\n	<li>If approved by the city, construction would begin late summer 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP and Priority Plan</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to approve the 2016 KIAA CPP Annual Report, which will be submitted to the city.</li>\r\n	<li>Mike presented a Financial Interest and Fiduciary Responsibility conflict of interest policy, now required by Minneapolis, to preserve public trust in the integrity of KIAA decision-making process.  The policy, once signed, will also be posted to the KIAA website.  The policy will be voted on between meetings to allow board members time to review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Will reviewed the proposed budget for the summer of 2017 at $5450, to support programming: Yoga, Log Rolling, June 10 Summer Kickoff Party, BeArtrageous, and a Music Series.  Motions were made to fund June 10<sup>th</sup> Summer Kickoff ($1300), Yoga ($600 for 10 sessions), the June 21<sup>st</sup> Solstice Party ($150), July 15<sup>th</sup> Pirates and Mermaids ($500).  Approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         An additional expenditure of $2000 was proposed to buy a generator to fill a bounce house for weekly events.  Due to liability concerns, the subcommittee was asked to go back and research further prior to a vote on the funding.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering May 1<sup>st</sup> – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Gathering is 6-7:30 at Kenwood Corner</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA board members are requested to sign up for tasks.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.  Current board members were requested to announce their intent to run prior to the next meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project Updates – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn provides updates on this standing topic, the #1 priority for the board per the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey.</li>\r\n	<li>County Transit Improvement Board did not vote unanimously from disbanding, with Dakota County voting against without a larger payout, and Hennepin County against because commissioners knew that CTIB would not disband.  It remains to be seen whether a county sales tax can be implemented to fund the missing state share of $135M</li>\r\n	<li>SWLRT and Bottineau line are not approved for funding in the new proposed federal budget.  84 State legislators signed a letter to Transportation Secretary Chao further requesting that funding be withheld because it did not have legislative support.</li>\r\n	<li>Files are advancing at the state level to remove/increase railroad liability for co-location, block any future light rail transit without state approval, and implement terms and elections to Met Council officials.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is the Annual Gathering on Monday, May 1st, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 6<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mark Brown, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n<h1> The Agenda Was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting held during the month of April, an announcement will be sent out on Next Door.  There will be a public hearing in May regarding the assessment.</li>\r\n	<li>The March 29<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will be an update on Peavey Plaza renovations.</li>\r\n	<li>Unspent and frozen NRP money will be returned to neighborhoods.  Kenwood received $1000 back.  The amount received by Kenwood for NRP was mostly spent in support of our neighborhood priorities.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA donated $750 to support the Kenwood School auction.</li>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the importance of managing the budget on a three-year cycle, tied to the funding cycle from the city.  Also discussed was ensuring that the budget would address reimbursable expenditures vs non-reimbursable expenditures that depend on neighbor contributions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt submitted a proposal to define objectives for the 2017 season, focusing on the implementation of 3 recurring activities such as puppet shows, yoga, log rolling, etc.  Additionally, how to engage the Park Board to implement improvements to the beach prior to SWLRT operations.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to take the lead on planning the programming.  Options will be discussed for future seasons to fund an intern to manage the programming and community outreach.  For 2017, a subcommittee will be formed to develop the action plan and report to the board at the April meeting.  Larry noted that it is important to share the plan at the annual neighborhood gathering on May 1<sup>st</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The gathering is May 1<sup>st</sup>.  Angie put together a to-do and sign up list for tasks that need to be completed to have a successful event.  The biggest issue to finalize is food.  KIAA is exploring different options that can reduce cost.  An option is to identify any neighborhood caterers or restaurant owners to support the event with food.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January Citizens Advisory Council meeting.   The Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District voted unanimously to permit SWLRT for construction through the waters that it manages.  Cedar Lake and the Kenilworth Channel drain into the creek and the Mississippi River, which MCWD manages.</li>\r\n	<li>On March 8<sup>th</sup>, County Transit Improvement Board voted to disband, clearing the way for Hennepin County to implement a 50 cent sales tax to fund SWLRT state share and ongoing operational costs.  However, because Dakota County voted against disbanding, there will be a process to follow where either CTIB will have one county member, or increasing the buyout to the county to gain their vote.</li>\r\n	<li>Full federal funding grant of $900M, if awarded, will happen by the end of June.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates:  Please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 3<sup>rd</sup>, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 6th, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Mark Brown, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Police Chief Ohotto, and 4 other residents.\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\nCity Council Update – Lisa Goodman\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner and contribute 7% of the total budget of $1M.  There will be a large neighborhood meeting held in advance to share details.  Work will be completed prior to fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The February 22<sup>nd</sup> Lunch with Lisa topic is Emergency Preparedness, including natural disasters and pandemic readiness.  Please contact her office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Ward 7 has been prioritized for the City’s Tree Planting Program.  Residents can get information and order trees March 6-12 at <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.  There will be a lottery, and those selected will be notified by March 22.  Trees will have a nominal cost to residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette provided an update on the parking situation in Downtown Kenwood.  She reported that the business owners did not support a KIAA proposed solution to add restrict parking to one side of 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Another possible solution is to clarify the parking signs on Penn Avenue in front of Kenwood School.  One resident from Oliver Ave expressed his concerns on the adverse effect he is experiencing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA dedicated $5000 for police overtime (80 hours of patrols).  2016 had the second lowest number of police reports since the lowest year (2008).</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The Chief continues to recommend a balance of extra patrols with the positive programming that has happened in the last 2 years.  Neighborhood involvement/usage of the beach is also important, vs. solely relying on police patrols.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Jeanette moved to spend $5000 for 2017 continued additional policing, pending the securing of city funding via the Neighborhood Priority Plan contract.  Mike will inform the board once city funding is confirmed.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The party was rescheduled for February 12<sup>th</sup> due to poor ice conditions.  KIAA will still contribute cookies towards the event.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Residents donated $747 last month, most in response to the annual newsletter.  KIAA also received some city reimbursements, totaling $2500.  KIAA appreciates the local funding of the neighborhood residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jean Deatrich has helped Matt mail thank you letters in response to all donations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Letter of Concern over 3020 Kenwood Parkway – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Calhoun-Isles Association is opposing the construction of a Residential High Rise on the Northeast Corner of Lake Calhoun that would possibly violate the Shoreland Overlay District and would certainly be in opposition to local ordinance.  The building would be 59 feet tall and out of character with the surrounding neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed a letter stating KIAA’s position that developers need to respect the overlay district not only for this project/lake but for future projects and other lakes.  This position supports the KIAA Neighborhood Priority of protecting the environment, lakes, and waterways.  The Overlay height restriction exists to protect the lake edge from out of scale development, shading, and wind concentration and a negative human caused impact on the environment.  Larry moved to send the letter, approved unanimously.  A response was received from CM Lisa Bender that it does not violate the Overlay Disctrict but does violate local zoning.  Jeanette is working with the city and C-I Association to clarify.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The annual gathering and board elections are May 1.  Any residents that would like to run for a board position are encouraged to contact KIAA; ssmith288@me.com.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         To reduce costs, new food alternatives will be considered for the annual gathering.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood School Request – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The School requested $750 in funding to be a sponsor of the Kenwood School Auction and Fundraiser.  KIAA supported this request in 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA view is that the funding supports the Neighborhood Priority of supporting robust programming and education our Kenwood School, which not only serves Kenwood children but children from other parts of the city.  Shawn moved to support the funding, unanimously approved.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January CAC meeting.   The Southwest Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that at the State Legislature GOP leadership is challenging that the Met Council will rely on the state to pay 50% of ongoing operating costs for light rail and transit but the state has no voice in which or how many projects are built.  That would mean that there is no elected voice in the regional transit plan and required state funding.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District is meeting on February 23<sup>rd</sup> to vote whether to approve permits for SWLRT construction and operation in areas that MCWD manages.  The MCWD is responsible for maintaining the water quality for the Watershed, which includes the Chain of Lakes.  The public comment period closed February 2<sup>nd,</sup> and many testified concerns about conflicts of interest with MCWD managers.  Most managers were appointed by Hennepin County Commissioners, that support the project.</li>\r\n	<li>As only 3 Kenwood properties are identified to have severe averse impacts, KIAA will consider funding an independent study of vibration and noise similar to one conducted at the Minneapolis/St Louis Park border.  The study would evaluate the Kenilworth Corridor north of the Kenilworth Channel.  Jeanette will contact the engineers to find out if there would be any benefit and what the cost would be.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will kick off the planning for ECLB programming for 2017.  He will solicit resident ideas.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJanuary 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 9th, 2017 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Will Stensrud, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Directors Absent:  Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mike Bono, Treasurer Matt Spies.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Snow Emergencies are communicated via Facebook, Instragram, Email/text alerts, City of Minneapolis Mobile App.  All residents are encouraged to sign up for alerts to be aware of when Snow Emergencies are declared.</li>\r\n	<li>Road Sand is available from the City Public Works Sites, to be placed in a barrel in areas that are needed.  Please contact Lisa’s office to request a barrel of sand.</li>\r\n	<li>Christmas Trees are recycled by the city.  Please put your trees at your regular pickup site.  Old Christmas lights can also be recycled; go to <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is January 25<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall.  The topic is Public Art, including a sneak preview of the Nicollet Mall art.  Lisa is always interested in constituents’ ideas for topics.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette brought to Lisa’s attention NRP survey results to get her perspective on what is within the city’s ability to address.  Many issues raised in the survey, including noise and excessive speed are regulated and difficult to enforce.  Any public works issues such as alley defects should be directed to Lisa’s office.  Jeanette will follow up with Lisa to address the continuing parking and alley access problem by Downtown Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Warming House – Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy shared that a volunteer group with representatives from from CIDNA, Lowry Hill and East Isles, the Minneapolis Parks Foundation, MPRB staff and local architects are considering that the warming house should be replaced, in part based on age (18 years old). The cost to bring the structure in and out by crane is increasing to $20K per year; a new structure designed to be more easily transported could make moving it less expensive. The idea being discussed is to change the structure into one that can be used all year, across different sites, for different purposes. There will be a design competition and funds raised. KIAA supports the idea of replacement but there was a discussion as to whether it\'s appropriate for KIAA to contribute neighborhood funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Treasurer Report – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Several contributions were received in January ($398) as a result of the Fall Newsletter.  KIAA appreciates the support and Matt will work with Jean to send acknowledgement letters to the donors.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie will provide via cookies for the party funded by KIAA.  The party is January 22<sup>nd</sup> from 1-3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Application – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will help manage the process for Rain garden applications and awarding grants from MetroBlooms.  This year is the third year of this partnership, and this year there will be no cost to KIAA.  KIAA will make an in-kind donation of time and resources to promote the initiative.  More information will be provided by the end of January.  Rain gardens support our NRP initiative of protecting the lakes and environment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Cedar Lake Orioles Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie is leading engagement with Kenwood School to reinstall Oriole feeding stations this spring.  Last year, orioles were abundant and several classes visited Cedar Lake Park to see them, accompanied by teachers and neighborhood volunteers.  This initiative is important because it drives more family and educational opportunities at Cedar Lake.  Angie requested $200 for laminated signs and feeding station supplies (food).  Jeanette moved to approve, unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering Planning Kickoff – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The annual gathering will be May 1<sup>st</sup> in downtown Kenwood, which includes food and election of KIAA officers.  In order to keep costs in check, other food options will be explored.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Communication Committee – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Will, Mark, and Jeanette will work with Jean regarding a communication committee and communication plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that CTIB is likely in the process of self-dissolving so that Hennepin County can raise the transit sales tax to .5%, to fund the missing $140M state share of funding.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion whether to contact the FTA regarding Met Council compliance to 2012 Certification Requirements for Federal Funding, and without a vote KIAA determined not to take any action.</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is contacting three LRT- adjacent property owners to discuss construction.  These are the only houses at 21<sup>st</sup> St that the Met Council deems to be impacted by LRT operations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The top 5 priorities from the survey were identified – SWLRT, Lakes/Parks/Environment, Kenwood Rec Center events, Hidden Beach Safety, and Kenwood School.  Jeanette wrote a summary report to share with anyone interested.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Calhoun Association is asking KIAA to support opposition to a 54 foot tall residential building to be built adjacent to Tin Fish on Lake Calhoun (replacing 3 existing homes).  The proposed structure would be within the Shoreland Overlay District which has a height restriction of 36 feet.  As an action taken between meetings, the proposal will be reviewed and voted on whether to support or not support the opposition.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board Police Chief Ohotto will be invited to attend the KIAA February Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>December 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 5th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis finalizes its 2017 budget on December 7th.  On November 30<sup>th</sup>, there was a public hearing; 45 people provided testimony on the mayor’s proposed budget. There was a significant organized effort to reduce proposed police budgeting in favor of more community based non-profit policing.  The mayor had proposed adding 15 additional sworn officers as 2016 had the lowest number of officers this decade, 100 less than 2009.  Neighborhoods Organizing for Change challenged that increase.  (Addendum Post KIAA Meeting:  December 7<sup>th</sup> saw a similar number of testimonials and content, and the budget was adopted with the 15 additional officers.)</li>\r\n	<li>The budget also proposes a new position of Small Business Navigator.  This position would assist small businesses in navigating the Minneapolis city laws and regulations.  Lisa supports up to 4 positions in order to help small business navigate the city’s complex licensing and codes.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa emphasized that the Final Truth in Taxation notices that were mailed in November did not include the voter approved school special taxation levy.  Therefore, property taxes are understated by approximately 10%.  Revised Final Notices will not be mailed.  (Note to residents:  look at your 2016 School District Voter Approved Levy to see approximately how much your 2017 taxes are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Car2Go is ending operations in Minneapolis because of two business conditions that created an inability for the company to be profitable.  1)  The city mandated that Car2Go distribute cars equitably throughout the city; however, because some neighborhoods had higher origination/destination usage than others, the company incurred high costs to redistribute cars, and some cars sat idle in lower-used neighborhoods.  Publicly, Car2Go cited that they were taxed/licensed at a car rental rate, which is higher than that of taxis and other ride-share services.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January after December 12ths Later with Lisa.  Lisa is interested in constituent input for topics for her schedule of 2017 lunches.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Board Member – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette introduced Will Stensrud, who with his family purchased a home in Kenwood one year ago.  Will asked to join the board to become more involved in the issues that shape Kenwood.  Jeanette motioned to approve his addition, and it was approved unanimously.  Welcome Will!</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>November was a busy month for SWLRT.  The FTA accepted testimony regarding Metropolitan Council accountability and adherence to process to determine certification for federal dollars for the next 4 years.  Many Kenwood residents sent testimony, including the LRT Done Right group.  Testimonials were published in last month’s Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn stated that there are two key next steps where KIAA will engage in SWLRT:  1) Follow up with the FTA to find out about how the neighborhoods testimony will be used, and will the findings be made available to the public, and 2) SWRLT construction and mitigation is the top issue surfaced in the annual NRP survey, and KIAA will continue to keep SWLRT as a standing KIAA meeting topic, and publish updates in the Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>LRT Done Right organization is engaging and meeting with key elected officials in the coming month to gain information and understanding of positions heading into the 2017 State Legislative Session.  Officials at the state, county, city, and park board will be met with.  KIAA’s position against residential development on the Kenilworth Trail/SWLRT line will be communicated.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reviewed the monthly balance sheet for KIAA as well as the expenditures and revenues for the month.  There was minimal activity during the month: payments made to Jean Deatrick and Post net for the Fall Newsletter, as well as a small payment to reimburse Pop Up Playground expense at “Hidden Beach,” and one donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA has submitted its Community Participation Program application for the upcoming three-year funding cycle by the City of Minneapolis, worth $25K annually to Kenwood.  KIAA is in the process of canvassing the neighborhood to determine the specific priorities to include in the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of NPP is to identify major initiatives for neighborhood organizations, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>The results of the Neighborhood Priorities survey were reviewed.  Top issues identified were SWLRT mitigation, protecting the lakes, East Cedar Lake Beach safety, supporting Kenwood Community Center activities/Common gathering place, more street lighting.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette noted that only 60 responses were received.  The link to the survey was put in the KIAA Fall Newsletter, Nextdoor, and Hill and Lakes Press.  Jean Deatrick will email out a link to her neighborhood email list and extend the deadline to December 18<sup>th</sup> to capture more feedback to feed the Top 5 Priorities.  There will also be future discussion on how to address other priorities received in written comments.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Lake of the Isles Warming House will be replaced.  The Park Board is considering a mobile structure that can be used all year.  Neighborhood Associations are being approached to provide funding.  There was discussion as to whether or not neighborhood funds should be used towards this project in light of the “Close the Gap” funding recently allocated to the Park Board, totaling $11M annually and funded by property tax increases.</li>\r\n	<li>Action taken between meetings:  The board approved up to $200 to place a sign in Downtown Kenwood to help address the continued concerns over parking issues.  It will direct patrons towards alternative parking locations and try to keep alley access clear.  Exact wording and structure is under discussion.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:27 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 9th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met November 7th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in November due to Thanksgiving.  On Monday December 12<sup>th</sup> at 4:30pm will be Later with Lisa, her annual holiday party.  It will be held at the Normandy Inn.  Cash bar, parking is free.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping is completed as of November 15th, as is yard waste pickup, for the season.  The city does not sweep alleys, leaf removal there is the responsibility of the home owner.</li>\r\n	<li>The house at 1204 Kenwood Parkway is under historic review.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction is on track to be complete by December.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa shared the Mayor’s 2017 Proposed Budget.  The board reviewed the budget and gleaned that the proposed levy increase is driven primarily by 1) 59 new positions in the city, 2) Park Board/City agreement on 20 Year Plan, 3) additional spending on social programs and grants to Non-Profit organizations.  The Truth in Taxation Hearing is November 30<sup>th</sup> at City Hall, and the budget will be adopted on December 7<sup>th</sup>.  Public testimony will be heard at both.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Monthly expenditures were for the Gilroy Memorial Bench and the Thrill Kenwood, offset by city funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody is the Citizen Advisory Committee representative to the Metropolitan Council and the CAC met last month.  Jody shared updates on SWLRT that were learned in the meeting.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>LRT trains normally sound a horn coming out of a tunnel, but it will not sound when emerging from the tunnel in the Kenilworth Corridor.  There are also bells on each train that sound at road crossings, but at 21<sup>st</sup> St these will not sound and there will be a stationary bell.  This will allow for less variance in the sound impact and more reliable noise mitigation.</li>\r\n	<li>Revenue service is estimated to begin in 2021.  Construction is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Construction will begin in Fall 2017 to move the freight lines in the Kenilworth Corridor; there will be five phases of construction in our neighborhood and it is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Met Council representatives will be going door to door to record structural conditions of homes in order to establish a baseline for potential damage as a result of construction.  Addresses/scheduling to be announced in December.  It is not determined how repairs will be handled that are a result of construction.</li>\r\n	<li>The CAC November meeting was cancelled.  At future meetings Jody will continue to press for information and we will share in this space.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended the FTA review of the Metropolitan Council’s certification on November 2<sup>nd</sup>.  The FTA certifies the Met Council every four years as a process to approve the Council to continue to receive federal funds.  Shawn shared that 5 speakers used SWLRT as an example where the Met Council did not consistently deliver against the objectives that the FTA measures against.  The public has until November 30<sup>th</sup> to provide testimony; if interested, please contact Shawn at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Applications</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sign Ups are now being taken for 2017 Good Steward Raingardens.  Raingardens on your property help reduce pollution in our lakes.  MetroBlooms and KIAA are teaming up to install reduced-cost raingardens for 15 Kenwood homeowners.  Cost is reduced through a Good Steward Grant (cost to homeowners will be approximately $350 for a $2,000 raingarden).  Email Laura Scholl to get on the list:  <a href=\"mailto:laura@metroblooms.org\">laura@metroblooms.org</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be applying for the next three-year cycle of funding by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program for $25K annually.  KIAA will submit its Community Participation Program application that will include the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of the Neighborhood Priority Plan is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the CPP application be approved, Mark seconded, unanimously passed.</li>\r\n	<li>A survey to solicit neighborhood input for the priority plan will be sent this month to ensure that monies are directed in the direction of projects that are valued by residents.  Here is the link: <a href=\"https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp\">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp</a>  (If link doesn’t work, type in your browser)</li>\r\n	<li>This season was one of the lowest in terms of police incidents in recent history.  The full end of season report will be published in the KIAA Fall Newletter, being mailed this month.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach end of season report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is receiving neighborhood impact letters from the Restorative Justice program from citations at East Cedar Lake Beach.  Fines can be waived if the cited writes a letter of atonement.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended October’s Lunch with Lisa.  The topic was the 20 Year Park Plan and it was covered in detail by Superintendent Jayne Miller and Board President Anita Tabb.  The Kenwood Park will not receive any funding from the 20 Year Park Plan as it is not a high priority park as determined by the Park and Rec Board.  Examples of criteria on how prioritization were assessed are Areas of Racially Concentrated Poverty, Populations of Color, Population Density, Youth Population, Asset Lifespan, and Neighborhood Density.  Kenwood Park will still receive its funding as part of the regular budgeting process.  Shawn learned that The Park Board will have approximately $11M of annual incremental funding via the city and park board levy.  Shawn also learned that if Minneapolis were to implement a $15 minimum wage, it would increase payroll for the Park Board by approximately $2.2M annually.  It was not clear how the Park Board would adjust the plan or mitigate the impact of that wage increase without affecting the 20 Year Plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:34 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 3rd, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood and Community Relations Department – Jack Whitehurst</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mr. Whitehurst represented the city for the annual board survey which the city is conducting.  The purpose of the survey is to gain demographic information on the makeup of city boards.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA encourages all residents of the neighborhood who would like to serve on the board regardless of demographic background.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion on Neighborhood Action Plan money status.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt presented an update on in/outflow of cash for the fiscal year, as well as a spending/income forecast through 2019.  Matt will present a financial report at each KIAA monthly meeting going forward.  This will allow for accurate planning on an annual basis going forward so expenditures can be prioritized.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be sending a survey to gain feedback on resident’s priorities to be addressed in the Neighborhood Priority Plan, which needs to be filed in November.  The survey was edited and approved to be sent.</li>\r\n	<li>The new warming house for Lake of the Isles winter skating area is still under consideration by the Minneapolis Park Board.  The new warming house is in concept stage.  Neighborhood associations may be approached to support it financially.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda Vallone from BeArtrageous is planning Thrill Kenwood, a successful Halloween party that has been held in the years past.  The board approved repeating a $750 contribution towards the event.</li>\r\n	<li>The Jim Gilroy memorial bench (former board member, deceased) has been installed and all who donated are appreciated.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA Fall newsletter is in process to be published by November.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA was informed by a MPRB tree inspector who visited the Rec Center corner that 7 diseased crab apple and trees will be removed. They will be replaced in Spring 2017 with 3 North Star Cherry trees and 4 Mont Royal plum trees, which are disease resistant with useful fruit for the public to eat.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nSeptember 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met September 12th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Dee Montgomery (Heritage Coalition).\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn moved for approval of the agenda, with the addition of Dee Montgomery’s topic, and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be September 28<sup>th</sup> at Opus Hall.  The topic is still being determined.  Lisa is always open to suggestions for topics for Lunch with Lisa, please contact her office with ideas.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale construction is still on schedule to be finished this fall.  Hennepin northbound will be open in the coming weeks.</li>\r\n	<li>The local government channels are changing as follows:  Comcast HD will be 799, and Standard Definition will be 14.  Century Link HD will be 8501, and standard definition will be 8001, Multilingual HD will be 8502, and standard definition multilingual will be 8002.</li>\r\n	<li>November 8<sup>th</sup> election early voting starts September 23<sup>rd</sup>.  There are 4 early voting locations in Minneapolis, please see the city website for more details.  Shawn Smith stated that the voting period was starting very early considering the first Presidential Debate is not until September 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Historic Marker Restoration Project – Dee Montgomery</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The centennial marker commemorating the establishment of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation will be restored.  The original boundary of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation included areas of Kenwood, and the marker that is being replaced is located on the southeast edge of Lake of the Isles.  The Heritage Commission has its own funds; tax dollars will not be used.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board advised Dee to consult with Native Americans to ensure that any concerns regarding the history and commemoration of Fort Snelling were heard.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is pushing for clarification and information with the warning bell and mitigation strategy at the 21<sup>st</sup> St crossing.  KIAA has requested involvement from Commissioner Marion Greene and expressed the need for her support on this issue with the Southwest Project Office.  There are concerns over the volume of the proposed wayside bell.</li>\r\n	<li>The Section 106 process is continuing now that the Memorandum of Understanding is executed.  This pertains to mitigation strategies for Grand Rounds eg landscaping, retaining walls, shoreline treatments, etc.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking continues to be an issue where patrons are parking too close to the alley, blocking driveways, too close to stop signs, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to explore signing solutions – parking is allowed at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Increasing neighborhood programming at the beach remains a KIAA focus.  It is part of the overall strategy to reduce crime and improve public safety.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that 35 kids came to the Play Space “pop up playground” and the strategy was successful.  The board approved a $25 increase to the funding to cover extra expenses.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reiterated the need to work on the Priority Plan Strategy, which will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.  Mike Bono, Matt, and Mark Brown will work on the subcommittee.  The CPP application is due November 10.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2016 Minneapolis Housing Resource Guide is published.  This is a resource for associations and homeowners.  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/\">www.minneapolismn.gov</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>A motion was approved to reimburse Deb Gilroy for $100 for the expenses related to placing a bench for former board member Jim Gilroy.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>By Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met July 11th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Chief Jason Ohotto and two of his officers, Jean Deatrick, and three neighbors.\r\n\r\n<strong>Opening Activities</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>No lunch with Lisa in July or August.  Please be sure to sign up for Lisa’s email list to get updates on construction, traffic, and event updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues.  The Hennepin/Vineland intersection will have major work done in July/August.  The overall project is on schedule for completion by November.</li>\r\n	<li>The variance at 2000 W 21<sup>st</sup> St was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting is open for the 2016 primary.  Election judges are needed this year.  Please call Lisa’s office to sign up to be a judge.  A mix of party affiliations is needed.</li>\r\n	<li>National Night out is August 2<sup>nd</sup>.  After July 19<sup>th</sup>, there is a fee to block off the street.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette expressed KIAA’s appreciation for the quality of the City of Minneapolis’s response to the FEIS, documenting the history and the issues within the project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Chief Jason Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Police reports written on park property at the beach declined from 48 to 31.  This is the second summer where there was a significant reduction in reports.  Chief Ohotto attributed the success to the positive programming and activities at the beach, as well as the increased park police patrols, some funded by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto recommended that neighbors that want to support safety efforts should call in issues to 911, and provide detailed, specific information, name and callback number.  Err on the side of calling 911 vs not calling when you see a negative impact to public safety.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown reported that the June 20<sup>th</sup> potluck at the beach was a great success with strong turnout.  The kids activities (face painting, spray chalk, cookies) were popular.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented ideas for longer term strategies, including boat racks, playground equipment.  Park and Rec Board financial support and fundraising will be needed.  A Community Action Committee will be formed.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt proposed an August Pop Up Adventure Playground as a new activity to pilot.  A motion passed to fund this event with up to $800 of NRP funds.  Engagement with the Kenwood School and neighboring association were identified as opportunities to increase participation.  Jeanette recognized Angie for getting the Kenwood School engaged in using the beach for educational opportunities.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed the idea of hosting a food or beverage cart at the beach on behalf of the neighborhood.  A motion passed for up to $200 to be spent from NRP funds for a KIAA/ECLB Patron Appreciation Day.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported on the June 13<sup>th</sup> FEIS public presentation by the Southwest Project Office.  Approximately 20 neighbors attended from Kenwood, CIDNA, and Loring Park.  On a positive note, the presentation summarized the 17,000 page FEIS effectively.  Unfortunately it was not tailored to the concerns of the Minneapolis segment of the corridor.  There continues to be a high level of concern over the ability of the tunnel to be built near Calhoun Shores Townhomes and the Kenilworth “pinch point.”</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the June 28<sup>th</sup> CAC meeting was cancelled, a consistent issue with many of the other CAC meetings which have also been cancelled in the past couple of years.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette communicated with the general manager of the Kenwood Restaurant to ask that employees park on Penn Avenue, and to help address the issue of patrons parking too close to alleys and driveways, and the issue of delivery truck restricting neighbor access to the alley.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie confirmed that parking for Downtown Kenwood businesses is permitted at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.  A “sandwich” board idea was proposed at a cost of $200 or for city signing or to paint the curb yellow to inform where and where not to park.  Noted for follow up between meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Mike Bono, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike and Matt outlined the plan to develop the 3 year plan as well as budgeting for the upcoming year.  It will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood, while also ensuring that current funding priorities can be maintained should funds be cut in the future.</li>\r\n	<li>New neighbor introduction:  Mikki Johnston and family</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will attend a Whittier Alliance Meeting on July 19<sup>th</sup> to understand the goals and strategies of that group.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie will follow up with Creative Citymaking regarding a video project opportunity, with a possible focus on ECLB.  KIAA would need to make a proposal to secure participation in the project, which is a competitive process.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>June 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 6th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters, Jack Levi.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Amanda Vallone, Jody Strakosch, Mark Holtey and two neighbors.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Board members conducted a brief introduction to begin the 2016-2017 term.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is complete for the season.  There will be a “Lunch with Lisa Field trip on Wednesday, June 29<sup>th</sup>, touring Givens Violins, which is a renowned repair business for cellos and violins.  If interested, please call Lisa’s office to book one of the two tours for that day.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues and has entered the paving phase.  Please contact Lisa’s office to be placed on an email list to receive weekly construction updates affecting the Twin Cities.</li>\r\n	<li>Sidewalk repair has come to Kenwood this year, part of a 10 year cycle.  White dots mark the sections that will be replaced.  Homeowners will be assessed $250-$400 per square for the repair.  Call 311 to discuss whether sections need to be replaced, or if they do not need to be replaced.  Please direct questions regarding how unique situations, such as tree root heaves, to 311.  All affected homeowners should have received a letter from the city; please refer to it for FAQs.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette volunteered to remain Chair; Larry volunteered to remain Vice Chair; Matt Spies volunteered to become Treasurer; and Shawn volunteered to remain Secretary.  Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt asked for resolution to relocate the KIAA bank accounts to US Bank.  Jeanette moved in favor, passed unanimously.  Matt asked for an additional resolution to transfer, check writing authority, opening accounts, deposits, and withdraw funds; from Ed Pluimer to himself.  Jeanette to be the second signatory.  Shawn moved, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette once again recognized Ed Pluimer for his years of service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Memorial Bench for Jim Gilroy – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie reported that $1550 has been donated to the Estate of Jim Gilroy for the purposes of a memorial bench on Lake of the Isles, near 21<sup>st</sup> St..  Jean Deatrick will send an e-blast as a reminder for any other residents that would like to contribute.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie moved that KIAA donate $300 towards the memorial bench to recognize Jim as a sitting board member at his death.  Funds will come from KIAA Money Market Account.  Approved unanimously.  As funds are in the account about to be closed, motion was approved to allow Ed Pluimer to write the check.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Financial Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is preparing a 2016-2017 balance sheet to ensure income and expenditures are clearly documented.  Mark, Larry, Matt, and Mike will form a finance subcommittee to inform a finance update at KIAA July meeting.  Motion approved to establish said committee.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies/Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda (from ARTrageous) shared that the Summer Solstice Party will be held at ECLB on June 20<sup>th</sup> from 6:30-8:30.  This will be a potluck event.  ARTrageous will provide henna, face painting, and a Creation Station for families.  The event will be cancelled in case of rain.  The event is open to all.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented a new proposal for a Pop Up Adventure Playground series.  Matt agreed to go renegotiate lower costs in order to run a pilot, vs investing in 3 events this year.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities including a Summer Solstice Potluck, Pirate/Mermaid Beach Party were identified for funding for $800.  A discussion was had regarding source of funds and how much to spend.  The board approved the expenditure unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda and Matt were approved to work together to spend up to $400 to place an ad in Hill and Lake Press to announce summer activities at ECLB.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  The CAC met in May.  Jennifer Munt stated that the Met Council would find funding to move ahead with SWLRT. The FEIS was reviewed; Nani Jacobsen recognized Kenwood for providing feedback that drove changes from the SDEIS to the FEIS.  Further, station art was approved for the West 21<sup>st</sup> St Station, which is what the Kenwood station will be named.  The next meeting will be June 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn has coordinated a meeting on June 13<sup>th</sup> for the Met Council to present the FEIS and take questions from residents.  This meeting was supported by the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn presented the FEIS draft and will circulate a soft copy to the board and Jody to be reviewed and approved as an action between meetings.  The deadline for submission is June 13<sup>th</sup> for any comments, and must be done in writing to the Southwest Project Office.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking at the Kenwood Corner continues to be a challenge, with visitors parking too close to the alley and to corners and blocking access.  Jeanette called the city to determine the cost of parking signs.  Action to be taken between meetings.</li>\r\n	<li>Kenwood Corner Raingarden Signage was approved as an action taken between meetings.  The Raingarden is now installed and the sign provides good information about the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  KIAA thanks Angie Erdrich for her work to beautify the corner.</li>\r\n	<li>Louise Erdrich is taking the space formerly occupied by Stephen Dean for a business to be announced shortly.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 9:10 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 11th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2016 KIAA 5<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> For the 5<sup>th</sup> year, KIAA had its annual meeting on May 2nd at Kenwood Corner, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> In attendance were seven KIAA serving board members up for re-election, one new member-elect, City Council Member Lisa Goodman, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Green, Minneapolis Parks Commissioner Anita Tabb, and approximately 100 neighbors.</p>\r\n The gathering began at 6PM.  The weather was great and everyone enjoyed Red Wagon Pizza and beverages, compliments of KIAA. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM.  There was a moment of remembrance for Jim Gilroy, KIAA board member who passed away suddenly in April.  Jim will be greatly missed; he was a kind and generous person, dedicated to improving our entire community.  The family has reserved a site for a park bench in his memory on Lake of the Isles.  Friends and neighbors who would like to contribute may do so.  KIAA Board Member Angie Erdrich will facilitate, please make checks payable to Minneapolis Finance Department, Memo “Jim Gilroy Bench” and mail to her at 2217 Oliver Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405.  A receipt will come from Minneapolis Parks, and the Gilroy family will receive a list of donor names.  Please submit donations by June 1<sup>st</sup> in hopes of installing the bench this summer.\r\n\r\nKIAA thanked retiring board member Ed Pluimer.  Ed has generously served on the board for over 20 years, most recently as Treasurer.  Our neighborhood is grateful for his energy and commitment.\r\n\r\nJeanette then stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year:  SWLRT work including work such as efforts to mitigate potential adverse effects to the neighborhood (if the project comes to pass), support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Raingardens from Metro Blooms, and positive programming for East Cedar Lake (Hidden) Beach.  The “Welcome Orioles” project – an environmental learning program for Kenwood School, co-sponsored with the Cedar Lake Park Association, received a shout-out from neighbors in attendance.\r\n\r\nJeanette introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to herself:  Jack Levi, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Matt Spies (Treasurer Elect), and Shawn Smith.  One new board member, Mark Brown was introduced.  Jeanette made the motion for re-election/election of the 2016-17 board, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\nKIAA would like to thank neighbors that supported KIAA financially at the gathering and throughout the year.  It helps us fund activities and keep our neighborhood strong!\r\n\r\nOther updates, action between meetings:\r\n\r\nThe 2015 KIAA Annual Report was approved by the board on April 28<sup>th</sup>.  The Annual Report is required by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program.  The report was prepared by Mike Bono with input from KIAA board members, and submitted by the 4/29 deadline.\r\n\r\nMatt and Julia Spies’s are requesting a variance for a remodel on their home.  As the Spies proactively partnered with their neighbors, KIAA supports their variance.  The variance will be reviewed at the Board of Adjustment meeting on June 9<sup>th</sup>.\r\n\r\nThere will be a Kenwood Neighborhood Rummage Festival of June 10-12<sup>th</sup>.  Please join your neighbors and plan a rummage sale during those dates!  If you are not able to have your own rummage sale, please consider donating to the Kenwood Elementary School Benefit Rummage Sale at the Kenwood Rec Center.   The rummage runs June 11 from 9-2PM. Donations can be dropped off at the Kenwood Recreation Center on June 10<sup>th</sup> from 4-6PM.  100% of proceeds benefit the Kenwood School.  Volunteers are needed to price goods, manage the sale, and haul goods to charity at 2PM on the 11<sup>th</sup>.  Contact Angie Erdrich to volunteer:  angie_sandeep@yahoo.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood.  If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us.  If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met April 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nVice Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies (Minutes), Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Jack Levi.  Absent:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith, Josine Peters, Jim Gilroy.  Also present:  Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\nUnanimous Approval of the Agenda\r\n<h1>City Council Update -  Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Upcoming Lunch with Lisas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>April 27  – Discussion with Made Here, the creative place-making initiative to fill empty downtown storefronts</li>\r\n	<li>May – Bill Leaf will talk about tourism master planning</li>\r\n	<li>June  – Field trip to Claire Givens Violin, premier violin reconstruction/repair; 40 people may attending in two groups of 20.  Contact Lisa’s office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping starting April 13 running through May 9</li>\r\n	<li>Yard waste pickup will begin in Kenwood on April 11</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa highlighted the state of the Hennepin/Lyndale Reconstruction Project road closures</li>\r\n	<li>On April 21, Board of Adjustment will be hearing variance for property at 2401 Sheridan Ave.  Adjacent residents will receive a notice in the mail by April 10<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa provided an overview of her and Council Member Barb Johnsons plan for the city to work with the Park Board to provide funding for neighborhood parks</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Gathering will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include a brief meeting:  the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association activities for the year.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lakes, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>As an action taken between meetings, the board approved the hiring of Red Wagon Pizza, and will be paid for by KIAA funds estimated at $1890.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong>2016/2017 Budgeting</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the merits and limitations of creating a budget for the 2016/2017 operating year.   The primary concern and is the complexity of the requirements for using various funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt Spies will coordinate an assembly of board members to explore ways to implement a framework for spending and raising KIAA funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board has indicated that they do not have capacity for an additional movie in the park for summer 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>An Oriole feeding station will be installed in Cedar Lake Park between May 3 – May 17 by Kenwood Elementary School students.  The project is sponsored by Birchbark Books.  Bird watching volunteers are needed.  Contact <a href=\"mailto:Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com\">Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>NOTE: The following information was approved to be added to the minutes by a motion taken after the meeting.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith (update provided in abstentia)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Since the March KIAA meeting, letters opposing the current SWLRT Kenilworth Plan were sent to Governor Dayton, Lt Governor Smith.  An aide in Governor Dayton’s office responded and assisted in getting a response from Adam Duininck, Chair, Metropolitan Council.  The letter thanked KIAA for our participation in the process and informed the following points:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Final EIS will be published in 2<sup>nd</sup> Quarter of 2016, and no other responses will be forthcoming until then.  In the EIS will be the answers to KIAAs (and others) DEIS and SDEIS responses.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a ten day public comment period</li>\r\n	<li>There will be no process for resolution of further concerns as this is not a part of the process of the National Environmental Protection Act process.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn expressed to the aide in Governor Dayton’s office that securing a form response from Mr Duininck was secondary to our concerns.  He asked for Governor Dayton to confirm that he was aware of and supports or does not support the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>That a derailment collision between an ethanol train and light rail train will be a significant danger to the community and Target Field.</li>\r\n	<li>That other less expensive and more flexible options for transit exist, including bus rapid transit</li>\r\n	<li>That the Chain of Lakes could be degraded due to pile driving</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is a defendant in a lawsuit over failure to disclose discussions of other routes</li>\r\n	<li>That ridership of an Uptown line would well exceed the current alignment</li>\r\n	<li>That projected ridership figures at 21<sup>st</sup> St Station are not credible</li>\r\n	<li>That there will be 22 hours of contiguous noise every five minutes in one of the quietest areas in Minneapolis</li>\r\n	<li>That not one low income neighborhood will be within reasonable walking distance of any Minneapolis station.</li>\r\n	<li>We asked for an appointment with the Governor.  There was no response.  Shawn waited ten days and said that because the Governor failed to respond, we would need to inform our constituents that our elected officials and the Governor are aware of the above controversies and find them to be acceptable.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Larry Moran at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is our Annual Neighborhood Gathering on Monday, May 2nd at 6 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner in front of The Kenwood and BeArtrageous. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org   </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> March 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 7th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi.  Also present Patrick Sadler, Pat Scott, Phil Nordberg, Laureen Carlson, Will Stensrud\r\n\r\nMarch Agenda was Approved Unanimously\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Patrick Sadler, Lisa Goodman’s Office</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Community Planning and Economic Development plan for both Ward 7 and the city were provided.  Any residents that would like a copy can contact Lisa’s office or go to the City Website.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be Noon, March 30<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall; the topic is Sister Cities of Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work continues on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Please contact Lisa’s office to receive email updates on construction closures.</li>\r\n	<li>The Workplace Partnership Meetings proceed to review sick time and paid time off policy.  A final recommendation is due March 16.</li>\r\n	<li>There are openings on multiple boards and commissions in Minneapolis.  Any interested residents can apply via the city website.</li>\r\n	<li>The Community Connection Conference is Saturday April 2<sup>nd</sup> at the Minneapolis Convention Center to kick off 3 Year Planning for Minneapolis 2040.  The public is invited.  Jeanette suggested that Lisa’s office post information to Next Door to ensure the 7<sup>th</sup> Ward is represented if nobody from KIAA is able to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Reduced pricing is being offered for rain barrels and compost bins.  <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>. The city will also have a limited number of trees available to residents for $25.  You can order a tree for your property beginning March 21, see <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Request for Support of Variance for Accessory Dwelling, 2401 Sheridan Ave S – Phil Nordberg and Laureen Carlson</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Phil and Laureen requested variance support from KIAA to be able to add a bathroom and categorize their garage as an ADU.  The overall footprint will not change.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is generally supportive.  The petitioners have not spoken to each neighbor but will be sending out notices to all neighbors within 300 feet.  Jeanette motioned to support the variances, contingent that neighbors are all informed and have no objections.  Motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is in the process of confirming the open swim, pop up playground, and other activities for Summer 2016.  Event schedules will be published in Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette signed the agreement for extra police patrols.  With the warm weather, Matt is working with Park Police to start patrols.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities are being coordinated with Kenwood School, including bird watching.  Volunteers are needed to lead school hikes in April and May, please contact Angie Erdrich at angie_sandeep@yahoo.com</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that since the last meeting, letters were sent to the FTA, Senator Klobuchar, Senator Franken, and Rep Ellison as KIAA continues to escalate neighborhood concerns over this project.</li>\r\n	<li>A letter was also sent to Governor Dayton and Lt Governor Smith, with copies of the letters sent to the State and Federal officials asking for his support in getting a meaningful response to neighborhood concerns, which are centered on the risks and ripple effects of co-location of SWLRT and ethanol trains.  His office responded with questions, and KIAA is preparing a communication to send back.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will invite Sophia Ginis from the Met Council to our April meeting since she did not respond to our March meeting invitation.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion that despite our concerns, planning moves ahead unabated.  All are encouraged to contact their elected officials if they have concerns over co-location, noise, vibration, cost, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA has been actively communicating neighborhood concerns to local, state, and federal officials.  Due to an overall lack of responsiveness to those, the board approved a motion to send communication to President Obama, which will represent the highest level of escalation, and likely final, that the board will take.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Meeting - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Annual Meeting will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association financials.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lake Press, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie, Josine, and Matt are researching options for food to reduce costs from last year.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Board Succession Planning - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         With Ed stepping down, KIAA will need to fill the Treasurer role starting May 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is actively seeking new board members.  We need neighbors that are willing to volunteer 3-4 hours per month either as a board member or support a subcommittee.  There are several board members that have served for a decade or more and are looking to retire.  We need your help to fill these positions to continue the level of thoroughness being delivered today.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is seeking a representative for the Green Zone work being done by the city.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 1st, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Meg Forney, Amanda Vallone, and Jody Strakosch\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be February 24<sup>th</sup>.  The topic will be the City Workforce Training and Equity programs on Job Training.</li>\r\n	<li>2431 22<sup>nd</sup> St W ownership has requested a historic review and may be requesting a variance to the board in the near future.  Neighbors are reminded that KIAA is typically notified of variance requests and can help navigate the process.</li>\r\n	<li>The city prefers that the SWLRT station be called “Cedar Lake Station.”  The Met Council has suggested that 21<sup>st</sup> St Station is not a clear indicator of the location of the station but has asked for input.  (KIAA hesitates to put forth a suggestion because KIAA does not support co-location of freight and light rail, but if KIAA were to have a preference it would be West 21<sup>st</sup> St.)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Closing the Gap in Our Parks - Meg Forney</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meg is looking for volunteers to work for a Citizens Group to get signatures to support a referendum on the ballot for “The Closing of the Gap” for funding of $15M/year for the next 20 years to implement repairs in neighborhood parks.  If residents are interested, please contact Meg or Anita Tabb at the Park Board.  Additional information is available on the Park Board website.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Funding Recommendation – Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The success at East Cedar Lake Beach to reduce crime was in large part due to the partnership between KIAA and the Park Police.  The recommendation from Chief Ohotto was to spend $5000 for 2016 vs $8000 spent last year.  Police reports were reduced from 101 in 2014 to 56 in 2015.</li>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to spend $5000 for additional police patrols at ECLB in 2016 and be active early in the season.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that two disbursements were made in January relating to SWLRT planning and the Metro Blooms project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Thrill Kenwood – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>This event raised $400 for The Bridge for Youth.</li>\r\n	<li>The 1<sup>st</sup> annual Rock Kenwood Dance Party will be held at the Rec Center on Saturday February 27<sup>th</sup> from 3-6PM.  There will be a DJ, contests, crafting, and more.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt recapped the recent committee meeting and the programming ideas for 2016.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log rolling and Open Swim are planned to continue in 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>New ideas include puppet shows, art activities, potlucks, and more.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is considering putting forth up to $2000 of additional funding for activities, and discussed how to engage neighbors that might be interested in donating funds to support the activities.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  Jody reported that the November and December meetings were cancelled by the Met Council.  In the January meeting, progress updates were shared by the project office.  Final environmental impact statement is due in April.  Civil construction will begin fall of 2016.  There will be 29 private properties impacted by construction in Minneapolis, primarily adjacent to the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported that some responses were received from correspondence to Minnesota Senators and Representatives on the Transportation Committees.  Some responded to take KIAA response under advisement, and some spoke in favor of KIAA’s position opposing co-location.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn brought a motion to continue to present KIAA’s position opposing co-location to FTA officials in the Chicago office that are working with the Met Council on the alignment.  The board unanimously approved to send a letter.  Shawn will circulate it as an action between meetings for board review and final approval.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette is working to identify a point of contact for the Restorative Justice Program, who would coordinate community service work for the people in the program.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA recognizes Stephen Dean and his long standing contributions to the neighborhood. Kathie Constantine shared that his tailoring business in Downtown Kenwood is expected to close at the end of March.  He kept the neighborhood looking good with the many fine seams, hems, and alterations he provided over his 40 years in business, and we wish him well in retirement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:46 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>January 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met January 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A body was found frozen in the ice in the channel between Lake Calhoun and Lake of the Isles on January 4<sup>th</sup>.  It is not known to be a crime related situation and there is no danger to the public.  Residents are encouraged to demonstrate caution before proceeding to go out on the ice, especially areas that are not designated for winter recreational use.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is on Wednesday January 27<sup>th</sup>, the topic is a preview of the 2016 state legislative session. Senator Dibble among other elected officials are expected to attend.  Please contact Lisa’s office if you plan to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale utility work continues.  Sewer work will be necessary on Vineland Place near the Walker and Sculpture Garden.  Construction updates and road closures are available via Lisa’s office in her email updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Residents are advised that there needs to be a minimum 5 foot clearance on either side of alleys and driveways.  Neighbors are having difficulties accessing driveways and alleys when visitors or residents are parked within 5 feet of one.  This has been a challenge particularly at Kenwood Corner.  If access is blocked, neighbors can call 311 for assistance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed updated KIAA that the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District paid KIAA for the 15 neighborhood Raingarden projects.  KIAA will in turn pay MetroBlooms with these funds, as well as the KIAA share of $1134, approved at the December Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Noise Issues</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Local businesses are advised to ensure that their garbage and recycling services are observing local noise ordinances.  Garbage and recycling are not to be picked up prior to 6AM.  We love our local businesses.  Neighbors observing violations are encouraged to speak to the business owner first, and if unresolved then take a photo of the truck and email KIAA or Lisa Goodman’s office and we will contact the refuse service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt updated KIAA that the next ECLB Committee Meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan 26<sup>th</sup> at 7PM at the Kenwood Community Center.  All are welcome.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will invite Park Police Chief Ohotto to the February meeting to start the dialogue on the strategy for the summer of 2016.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the SWLRT environmental impact statement will not consider impacts of freight rail changes in the Kenilworth Corridor funded by the project, according to a recent email from the Southwest Project Office.  These changes include moving the rail much closer to homes, upgrading the tracks, building a bridge across the Kenilworth Canal, and removing many trees and green spaces.  Further, although the SWLRT project will spend tens of millions of dollars to “co-locate” freight and light rail, the Met Council says it “is not making freight rail permanent” in the Kenilworth Corridor.  KIAA is concerned that the upgraded freight rail infrastructure could encourage more trains at higher speeds, and create additional noise and safety concerns.  KIAA believes the SDEIS is flawed because it does not treat freight as a permanent condition, and therefore adverse impacts are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the section 106 meeting on December 3<sup>rd</sup>.  Section 106 protects historic properties impacted by federally funded projects.  The Kenilworth Channel is protected by section 106.  With input by Michael Schroeder of the MPRB, a bridge design has been agreed upon and the historic WPA retaining walls on the east side of the proposed bridge are now under consideration.  A memorandum of understanding will be developed in the coming months, and KIAA will decide whether or not to sign it when the time comes.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn, on behalf of KIAA, contacted each member of the Minnesota Senate and House Transportation Committees to surface the board’s continued concerns with co-location.  KIAA asked that the $135M of the state portion of the funding be put on hold.  This is to be voted on in the upcoming legislative session.  KIAA maintains that in a time of increased concern over rail safety, co-location of light rail and ethanol trains will pose a continual and sustained danger to the Kenwood neighborhood should there be a derailment. and we remain opposed to co-location.  The Minneapolis City Council, knowing of this risk, has nonetheless approved co-location, so KIAA is appealing to the state level.</li>\r\n	<li>County Commissioner Marion Greene is planning a public meeting on Wednesday, February 3<sup>rd</sup>.  KIAA will post time and place to NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Angie Erdrich will post in Next Door Kenwood a notice to invite neighbors to determine interest for the MetroBlooms Raingarden program for 2016</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lake of the Isles Skating Party is Sunday, January 24<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:38 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>December 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 7th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Larry Moran, Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi, Josine Peters  Also Present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n<h1>Agenda was approved unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since November Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby composed a letter to the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee articulating KIAA concerns that the SDEIS had shortcomings.  These arise from Met Council’s decision to treat freight rail as an “existing condition.” However, the SWLRT proposes creating permanent freight rail infrastructure where only temporary rail exists, and SDEIS failed to properly consider the safety, environmental, vibration, noise, and economic impact of that decision with freight rail as an existing condition.  In the December meeting, KIAA members voted in favor of sending the letter prior to the CMC.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>December 9<sup>th</sup> is the final opportunity for residents to testify at the City Council meeting regarding the 2016 budget and taxes.  Lisa encourages residents to appear in person or email their city representatives to provide testimony and input on how residential tax revenue is generated and spent.  This meeting will be in the past by the time these minutes are published, however residents are notified well in advance of the annual hearing in their Truth in Taxation statements for future tax years.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January.  December 14<sup>th</sup> marks the annual December Later with Lisa event at the Normandy Inn.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work is continuing on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Infrastructure has deteriorated further than expected and the project is approximately 6 weeks behind.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa confirmed that a variance at 2432 Sheridan Ave S was approved by the city.  This was endorsed by KIAA at the November meeting.  KIAA will seek input as broadly as possible for future requests</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed provided prior the meeting a recap of monies received from KIAA members as well as November transactions (expenditures), and these were discussed in the meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>The source of the remainder of Rain Garden funding was discussed.  Jeanette moved to use money from the NRP neighborhood livability Phase II fund.  Passed unanimously.  Mike Bono agreed to ensure that all city requirements were met to utilize that fund.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Resolution regarding Jean Deatrick’s contract – Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jean’s contract is set to expire at the end of the year.  Jean supports KIAA with communication, publication of the minutes, announcements, reimbursements, and other administrative activities.  Mike moved to extend her contract under the same terms until December 31<sup>st</sup> 2016.  Ed seconded the motion.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies\r\n<h1>·         Matt is reaching out to the Park Board to align on proposed activities for summer 2016.  KIAA continues to work on ensuring ECLB will be able to be used safely by all residents.  There will be a public meeting in January to discuss 2016 strategies, date/time/place to be posted on Nextdoor Kenwood.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA increased funding in 2015 to support existing funding from the Park Board et al, and research will be done to understand how much funding will be in place from other sources prior to a KIAA funding commitment for 2016.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Discussion continued from the November meeting regarding engaging state and federal officials over ongoing concerns for rail safety as well as other unaddressed concerns.  KIAA will contact state level transportation bill conferees to raise the concerns before end of year, and then again as State Legislators go back into session in February.  KIAA will also contact Federal Transit officials in advance of final funding of the line to ensure that federal officials are aware of local concerns with regard to safety, environmental, noise, vibration, and economic adverse effects not sufficiently addressed in the SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Metro Blooms is asking if KIAA would be interested in partnering on Rain Gardens again in 2016.  Angie will inform them of KIAA interest, pending gauging neighborhood interest.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:33 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met November 2nd, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since October Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA sent a response to the SWLRT project office regarding SWLRT Section 106 meeting Sept 23<sup>rd</sup>, as it relates to concerns over the traffic study.  There is a discrepancy in the ridership numbers vs SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Variance Request for Peterson Residence, 2432 Sheridan Ave S</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Request made in person by owners to enlarge the structure, extending a less than six foot variance along the property line.  A second variance was requested to extend the garage by five feet closer to the street, which is still within the set back.  Angie motioned to support, Matt to second, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws, Articles – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed changes to KIAA bylaws to modernize them, having consulted with Robert Cooper of the City of Minneapolis legal department.  For example, serving information via email vs paper mail, yet preserving multi modal communication which would include an annual newsletter or mailings at the discretion of KIAA.  Ed moved that KIAA approve the rewritten bylaws which would then be filed with the state, and stored on KIAA’s website.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed then moved to change articles of incorporation to update the registered office of KIAA to the Kenwood Rec Center.  Matt seconded, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Gardens – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved to pay $1134 for KIAA cost share to Metro Blooms (or up to $1200 in case of minor variance in the final invoice).  The costs increased due to decreased participation due to untenable soil conditions or other issues that were not able to be mitigated.  Motion seconded by Jim, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>The raingarden at Kenwood Corner was paid for by the private donations and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  In order to finalize funding, a sign is needed.  The sign will be reviewed as action taken outside the meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         ECLB committee met in October to debrief the year and start planning for next year.  Residents that have ideas for activities for 2016 are encouraged to contact Matt Spies.  2015 saw a tremendous amount of success and KIAA is excited to build on this success but needs continued neighborhood engagement even if there was an increase in usage via activities and a decrease in criminal activity.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Engagement with Anita Tabb and the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board was also discussed as an offline action.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA discussed whether to continue to engage in SWLRT via writing letters to state and federal officials addressing co-location concerns in the Kenilworth Corridor as KIAA was unable to gain support at the city level.  Specifically, to petition state and federal officials to withhold funding due to continuing and increasing concerns over the danger of the co-location of ethanol trains and SWLRT.  Further action to be taken between meetings, but accountability of individual public officials will be the focus, specifically, their knowledge of the risks, and how they plan to vote, is the plan of action via written correspondence.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood general community update.  Jeanette will encourage CM Greene to have the meeting, KIAA will not formally participate.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:43 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 5th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich.\r\n\r\nOthers present:  CM Lisa Goodman, Marc Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), 2 other attendees\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The September lunch with Lisa had over 75 attendees to hear about the Nicollet Mall renovation.  At the October Lunch with Lisa Wed Oct 21<sup>st</sup>, to commemorate the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, State Senator Steve Simon will speak about the Voting Rights Act.  Room 334 of the St Thomas Law School.  All are welcome to attend, please RSVP in advance to Lisa’s office.</li>\r\n	<li>Fall street sweeping will start on October 20<sup>th</sup>.  Please watch for parking restrictions.  Social media will be used to communicate dates.</li>\r\n	<li>Cedar Lake Parkway will be repaved – from 394 to the BNSF bridge.  It will start October 19<sup>th</sup>, last 6 days, and be a complete closure.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding variances and tear downs.  Neighbors are encouraged to review variance proposals with KIAA board so the board can be aware of variance requests.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed attended to any previously discussed financial compliance and efficiency concerns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed that bylaws be examined and modernized.  For example, the bylaws state that minutes must be maintained in a book.  However, now electronic copies are preferred to minimize paper waste.  Also that 1<sup>st</sup> class mail is used for communications, and now electronic notice is more economical and more efficient.  There was also a discussion on how to document action (votes) taken outside of meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark re-requested funding from KIAA for a rechargeable sound system to be used for neighborhood programming, at a cost of $2200.  Motion to fund passed with two abstentions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Hennepin Lake Community Wine Tasting Fundraiser – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is selling tickets to the event which is being held on Wed October 28<sup>th</sup>.  Advance ticket sales benefit KIAA.  Please email Jeanette Colby; email is available on the KIAA website.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>It was noted that each member of the City Council, Mayor Hodges, and Peter Wagenius received a copy of the KIAA SDEIS with a request to require more information regarding mitigation, co-location, and construction concerns prior to granting municipal consent.  However, there was no response to KIAA from the Mayor or the Council and all city council members voted the same as prior municipal consent.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood Q/A meeting for any outstanding questions regarding the SWLRT project.  Jeanette and Shawn will post to Nextdoor Kenwood this opportunity to have a dialogue, to gauge neighborhood interest.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette outlined the finding to the Section 106 Traffic Study.  The finding in the study was that there would not be substantial changes to traffic near historic 106 properties.  The findings of the study appear to be inconsistent with the SDEIS statements regarding how many riders will use the 21<sup>st</sup> St Station and how riders will access the station.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will draft a letter to state and federal officials highlighting the danger of co-location of ethanol trains and high voltage LRT wires in the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Announcements/New Business – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee continues to meet monthly.  Meetings are posted to Nextdoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>Thrill Kenwood is Saturday October 24<sup>th</sup>, at 3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, November 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSeptember 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met September 14th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Park Police Chief Ohotto, Mark Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), Jean Deatrich (Hill and Lakes), and 6 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>September Agenda was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Recognition for Kathy Low for her participation in KIAA and to Larry Moran for Chairing KIAA for the past three years.</li>\r\n	<li>It was agreed that a November KIAA newsletter will be published and mailed.  Articles will be needed and will need to be sent to Jean Deatrich.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich led a discussion regarding the final cost of the Raingarden Project, which will be finalized at a future date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Bylaw and Finance Update – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that he will put together a list of proposed bylaw changes that were discussed at the July KIAA meeting to be submitted.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed gave an overview of committed and past spending as a follow up to the account balance update emailed prior to the meeting.  It was determined to maintain one KIAA account going forward, instead of two, and Ed named some follow up tasks that he would tend to in order to ensure KIAA is compliant with the city policy, and it was also determined to maintain a May 31<sup>st</sup> fiscal year end and coincide with the annual election of the KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark requested funding from KIAA for the replacement of 3 picnic tables and a sound system.  A vote was deferred until ownership of the space where the picnic tables is housed could be confirmed.  Additionally, it was suggested that the Rec Center request funding from the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto/Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Chief Ohotto shared that police reports for ECLB were 69 in 2015 vs 2014 last year.  Most reports were misdemeanors.  He attributes the reduction to Matt Spies and his task force and the community involvement at the beach, as well as concerned residents calling 911 when incidents occurred.  Chief Ohotto recommended continued KIAA-funded hours and activities moving forward.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Subcommittee Meeting is on October 13<sup>th</sup> at 7PM, Kenwood Rec Center.  Residents are encouraged to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Permit Parking was discussed as a deterrent.  There is a Next Door thread discussing a petition to request it to deter beach attendance.  KIAA in the past has recommended that this is not a viable solution to deter crime, however agreed that the SubCommittee should reevaluate this as a solution to ensure that any recommendation reflects current views.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Amanda Vallone - beArtrageous</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda on behalf of beArtrageous proposed some activities for ECLB for 2016.  Activities would be for residents of all ages:  potlucks, craft parties, coffee and sunset gatherings, etc.  Activities would be funded by CPP or participants.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda requested funding from KIAA to fund Thrill Kenwood on October 24<sup>th</sup>.  The activity is a neighborhood dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at the corner of Penn and 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Proceeds go to Bridge for Youth, and emergency Shelter for for 10-17 year old youth.  KIAA approved $800 to fund the event, about 40% of the budget.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>MPRB Ice Rink Warming Hut – Cliff Swenson/Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>MPRB is considering updating the warming hut (without disruption to the footprint or skating area) at Lake of the Isles and across other rinks in the park system.  MPRB is beginning the process of informing city boards about the redesign, and if the project moves forward there would be a community engagement process in the future.  Goal is to have the project done by Fall 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Jeanette Colby/Shawn Smith/Jody Strakosch</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody updated from the Community Advisory Committee, which met recently and the Project Office is proceeding as if they have full funding.  Jody asked that the key elements of the project be a standing topic on the agenda going forward, including co-location, noise, vibration, etc.  Meetings occur the 4<sup>th</sup> Thursday of every month.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette offered to contact County Commissioner Marion Greene to see if we would conduct a public hearing to ask questions.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA agreed to distribute the SDEIS response to additional public officials.  The purpose is to gain support to get answers to those questions posed in the response, submitted to the Project Office in July 2015, that have yet to be answered.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, October 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met July 6th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Lisa Goodman, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee and KIAA Board Member-Elect), Jean Deatrick, and 2 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby nominated Matt Spies to the board and his appointment was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City of Minneapolis Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be August 26<sup>th</sup>.  Topic is TBD and Lisa is seeking input on ideas of broad interest to the ward.</li>\r\n	<li>NextDoor Kenwood will be increasingly used by the city for announcements and crime alerts, so neighbors are encouraged to sign up for the site.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion regarding street paving and repair.  Lisa encourages neighbors to call 3-1-1 to report any potholes in need of fill.  Major repaving for roads in need of repair could result in a potentially significant tax assessment for property owners on the street repaired.</li>\r\n	<li>Because of the buffer zone around parkland, it was emphasized that feral cats are not allowed in much of the Kenwood neighborhood, and should be reported to animal control.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report/Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Year end financial recaps were circulated to KIAA board members prior to the July meeting.  The balance sheet will be attached to the CPP annual report to be sent to the city.  KIAA fiscal year runs from June 1 to May 31 due to the timing of the election of the board in May.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA bylaws have not been updated in several years.  Ed offered to chair a subcommittee to review where updates should be made to allow more relevant communication methods, eg allowing electronic communication vs by US Mail.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP Annual Report – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the KIAA 2014 CPP Annual report be approved and sent to the city, and the motion was unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Dinkytown Historic Commercial Preservation – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The city is voting July 10<sup>th</sup> regarding preservation of the Dinkytown business district.  KIAA will circulate the letter from the preservation group should Kenwood residents wish to show support.  KIAA will not file a formal support with the city but voted to send a statement to the City Council in support of the Marcy Holmes Neighborhood Association (Dinkytown) in its adherence to its neighborhood small area plan.  Small area plans are developed with broad community input and may put parameters on developers to preserve neighborhood history and aesthetics.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Uptown Neighborhoods Working Group (UNWG) – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Per UNWG request, Josine attended the recent meeting of the working group and will provide input into the decisions and discussions related to the Uptown neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Raingardens Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The installations of raingardens in Kenwood continue to have interest in the neighborhood and Angie will continue to provide input and updates to Metro Blooms and KIAA.  20 Residences are approved to be funded by Metro Blooms and KIAA.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log Rolling continues to be a popular event – future dates will be announced on NextDoor Kenwood.  Open Water Swimming, sponsored by YWCA, is rolling out this summer.</li>\r\n	<li>Pledges have been raised for $1350 to fund a pop-up Adventure Park, 3 events to occur this summer.  Matt requested $750 in funding from KIAA to reach the goal of $3000 and for a fund to be established to be administered by KIAA to house the funding as it is collected.  Jeanette so moved and the motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Crime and Safety – Chief Ohotto provided an update in advance of the meeting that crime is down from prior years.  There are still some incidents that have required police response but of less frequency and severity vs prior summers.  Ed Pluimer reminded the board that $8K was allocated for increased police patrols this summer.  KIAA will continue to evaluate the effectiveness of the expenditure.</li>\r\n	<li>The next ECLB subcommittee meeting will be July 14<sup>th</sup> at Kenwood Rec Center and will be published on NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Supplementary Draft EIS Response – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS response was submitted to the board for review prior to the meeting.  There was a general discussion regarding edits related to construction impacts, property values.  Angie moved to approve the response with amendments, and the motion passed unanimously.  The amendments to increase the focus on the response relating to construction short term impacts (noise, vibration, road damage).  The KIAA response will be submitted to the Met Council, and a response will be requested, by the July 21<sup>st</sup> deadline.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Investing in Neighborhood Parks/Closing the Gap – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Minneapolis Park and Rec Board is conducting neighborhood hearings through late September to discuss the current state of Minneapolis Parks and those in need of repairs that may have been deferred.  Please see the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board for dates on upcoming hearings.  You can also email <a href=\"mailto:closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org\">closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org</a> for information and input.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, August 3rd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>June 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 1st, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and Jean Deatrich, and 3 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in June or July.  The next will be August 6<sup>th</sup>, topic is TBD.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa is sending out a weekly downtown event and construction alert including sporting and arts events and street closures.  Future emails will include the reconstruction of Hennepin at Lyndale, Nicollet Mall Reconstruction, etc. Residents can sign up for the weekly Friday email by emailing Lisa’s office.  She is hopeful that the information will help residents and visitors get around town a little easier with all the construction and exciting downtown events.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Streets events are starting, sponsored by the city and the Bicycle Coalition.  There will be road closures and roads will be open to pedestrians and bikers.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.openstreetsmpls.com/\">www.openstreetsmpls.com</a> for more information.</li>\r\n	<li>With the warm weather approaching, residents are advised to keep garages and homes locked when not home.  This will deter crimes of opportunity.  Also, keep valuables out of sight in your car, and keep your car locked even when it is in your garage.  Residents are encouraged to call 911 if you see any suspicious activity.  This will help control crimes of opportunity.</li>\r\n	<li>The City and the Park Board advise to water trees regularly, and advise against pruning ash trees, which can spread the Emerald Ash borer.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update (ECLB, “Hidden Beach”) – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Activities are being planned to increase resident usage of the beach.  Activities will mainly be sponsored by a 3<sup>rd</sup> party, not the Park Board or City.  Matt will submit an article to Hill and Lakes Press with more information in an upcoming issue.</li>\r\n	<li>The first log roll was held on Saturday May 30th with about 25 attendees.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Lake Swimming is in the planning stages, similar Lake Nokomis Open Swim.  The intent is to give residents the opportunity to swim in open water for exercise and triathlon training.  Also for trained swimmers that do not have access to a pool.  The open swim events will be managed by the YMCA.</li>\r\n	<li>Other events are being planned, such as morning meditations, arts events, and more.  Announcements will be shared via the Nextdoor Kenwood website, so please sign up for the site for alerts on upcoming events.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is working to see if a sign can be secured to post at the entrance of the beach area announcing the schedule of activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is doing an amazing job leading the ECLB subcommittee and KIAA appreciates his dedication and effort to bring fun activities to ECLB for everyone.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low outlined the revised neighborhood priority plan that was drafted to direct activities and advise the expenditure of Community Participation Program funds.  Changes to the former plan were advised in response to a recent survey of residents and ongoing KIAA priorities.  Kathy did not seek re-election and was handing the work off to the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Included in the plan is SWLRT work, additional police patrols for ECLB, monthly newsletter, and neighborhood programming activities.</li>\r\n	<li>The final revised plan will be submitted to the city and put on record in the KIAA archives.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS is now published which reflects co-location of Light Rail and Freight Rail.  LRT Done Right is drafting a response to the SDEIS (Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement).  Jeanette Colby proposed that KIAA utilize the LRT Done Right as a foundation to the response for KIAA.  The responses are due by July 6<sup>th</sup> unless an extension is granted.  KIAA will draft a response representative of views expressed by residents and an evaluation of the SDEIS.  Any resident can review the SDEIS at <a href=\"http://www.metrocouncil.org/\">www.metrocouncil.org</a>.  Residents are encouraged to review environmental findings and mitigation plans and provide input to the Met Council directly.  The City of Minneapolis and Park Board are each planning to submit a response to the SDEIS in addition to those of LRT Done Right and KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to be involved with the Citizens Advisory Committee.  KIAA did not support co-location of freight and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor, but will focus the feedback on mitigation that is needed as determined by the board for safety, vibration, noise, light, and economic potential adverse effects on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of KIAA Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby was elected to Chair of the Board.  Ed Pluimer was re-elected as Treasurer.  Larry Moran was elected Vice Chair, to help oversee that transition of the position of Chair to Jeanette.  Shawn Smith was re-elected to Secretary.  The website will be updated by Jean Deatrich to reflect the officers for the next annual period.  It was noted that new members will be needed to continue the work of the board as some members have served for several terms and new resident participation is needed for succession planning.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2015 KIAA 4<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA had its 4<sup>th</sup> annual gathering on May 5<sup>th</sup> in Downtown Kenwood, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">In attendance were the KIAA board, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene, MPRB Anita Tabb, Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, 8 serving board members up for re-election, and approximately 80 neighbors.</p>\r\nThe gathering began at 6PM. The weather was great and everyone enjoyed complimentary Red Wagon Pizza and beverages provided by KIAA. Janet Hallaway from The Bridge for Youth was available to answer questions regarding her organization and to take donations. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM. He stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year: SWLRT work including work on the CAC and mitigation of potential adverse effects to the neighborhood, support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Movies in the Park, Kenwood Carnival, and the Skating Party. He also introduced Matt Spies, who leads the subcommittee working to address concerns over East Cedar Lake “Hidden” Beach. Angie Erdrich gave an update on the Raingarden to be constructed at Kenwood Corner in August 2015.\r\n\r\nLarry introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to himself: Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Ed Pluimer, and Shawn Smith. Larry made the motion for re-election, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood. If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us. If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> April 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">The KIAA Board met April 6, 2015, at Kenwood Rec Center.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Board Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Others present: Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and other Kenwood residents</p>\r\n\r\n<h1><strong>7th Ward Update - City Council Member Lisa Goodman </strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping on most north/south streets will be the week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; east/west streets and the remaining north/south streets will be the week of April 20<sup>th</sup>. Yard waste pickup begins week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; use compostable bags or yard waste containers.</li>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be on Wednesday April 29<sup>th</sup>. Olga Viso, Executive Director of the Walker Art Center, will give an in-depth look at the Walker’s $75 million renovation plans, including the Sculpture Garden and improvements to the hill and along Vineland Place. As usual, please arrive between 11:30 - 11:45 am to get lunch and a seat for the program.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa Goodman is also arranging a visit to the Minneapolis Emergency Operations Center the week of May 4<sup>th</sup> for interested residents. The Center was moved to Fridley and improved after the 35W bridge collapse. Space will be limited. Notice will be sent to anyone who is signed up for her regular notices by email. (Email her office if you would like to be added to her distribution list.)</li>\r\n	<li>Some qualified residents of CIDNA and Lowry Hill have volunteered to be on the Kenilworth Station Art and Landscape Committee that will look at station area design for some of the Minneapolis Southwest Light Rail stations. Selections will be made soon; contact Lisa Goodman’s office if anyone else is interested. KIAA expressed the strong interest in having this committee consider ways that the presence of a station could have a positive impact on problems at East Cedar Lake beach. Lisa Goodman thinks the committee will be focused only on the station design.</li>\r\n	<li>The owners of 1800 Lake/Knox project have stopped pumping water from the basement of the building into Lake Calhoun in accordance with the consent decree.</li>\r\n	<li>The City’s composting program has started; organics can be taken to drop-off sites listed at <a href=\"http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996\">http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996</a>. One of the drop-off sites is the South Transfer Station, 2850 20th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55407. Organics pick up will start in April 2016 for the Kenwood neighborhood. Homeowners will be charged for the service whether they sign up for pick up or not.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The East Cedar Lake Beach KIAA subcommittee recently met and also conducted an online survey. Survey results will be posted on NextDoor; there was interest in log-rolling, which could be once/week in partnership with the maker of synthetic logs who lives in the area, as well as point-to-point swimming across Cedar Lake. The Park Board indicated that they would be supportive of this swimming by providing a lifeguard and allowing this activity, which normally is prohibited.</li>\r\n	<li>The subcommittee discussed that the Park Police are best situated to determine when to deploy extra policing funded by KIAA. Josine Peters introduced a resolution to allocate an additional $3,000 (when added to the previously approved $5,000, for a total of $8,000) of remaining KIAA NRP funds to the Police Buy-Back contract with the City. Jack Levi seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Another idea for positive programming at the Beach is a canoe paddle derby. Jeanette Colby has confirmed the details for one KIAA-sponsored event for all ages: the Open Eye Figure Theatre Driveway Tour will be on Friday, June 5th at 7 p.m. at East Cedar Lake Beach. Residents are invited to picnic and enjoy an innovative puppet show. Jeanette Colby introduced a resolution approving $400 for the event; Kathy Low seconded and it passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Long-term solutions to the problems at the Beach were also discussed at the subcommitee’s recent meeting. Some of the Park Board’s ideas to be considered in the future include fixing up trails and constructing restrooms. <strong>The</strong> suggestion that a CAC be formed as a forum for discussing these kinds of changes was met with enthusiasm.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>SWLRT Discussion - Kathy Low</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy provided an update on the 106 review (environmental review process re: adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties in the neighborhood). KIAA continues to use the PVN consulting firm to assist in our role as consulting party in this process. Kathy proposed a resolution to approve a contract with PVN for 2015 and to add $2,000 to the contract with the City using Neighborhood Priority Plan funds to cover this cost. The consultant will discuss with KIAA what scope of work is requested for each future meeting. It is possible that CIDNA will share in the cost of the consultant’s time to prepare and attend meetings<strong>.</strong> The motion was seconded and carried unanimously. Kathy will attend the next 106 meeting on April 22<sup>nd</sup> and KIAA will seek a new representative for future meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>KIAA Annual Gathering – Angie Erdrich, Ed Pluimer</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> outside the downtown Kenwood businesses on West 21<sup>st</sup> Street beginning at 6 pm. BeARTrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Ed proposed a resolution to allocate $100 each to help with expenses those two businesses will incur as well as funds to cover other KIAA expenses for supplies for the event. Kathy Low seconded and the resolution passed unanimously. Delicious individually-prepared pizza will be prepared on site by Red Wagon Pizza. There will be a brief presentation by Chair Larry Moran at 6:30 describing KIAA activities. The 2015-2016 KIAA board will then be elected: new board members are needed and encouraged to attend. Last year was a huge success and all residents are welcome. Donations to the Bridge for Youth will be accepted.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:25 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, May 4th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on 21<sup>st</sup> Street in front of the Kenwood businesses as described above. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident in each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kiaa55405@gmail.com.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met March 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee), Dr. Eric Larson, and 6 other attendees and neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>No Update this month</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto provided an update on how KIAA funding was utilized in the summer of 2014 beach season. A total of 93 hours were utilized by park police for a budget cost of $6084, over the authorization of $5000 by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Most offenses at ECLB are due to narcotics and alcohol. Submitted for the minutes was a 10 year recap of police reports. 2014 had 101 reports written (not necessarily arrests)</li>\r\n	<li>Chief would like to continue to have “buy back” patrols in 2015 and to have funding in place before June for proactive presence at the beach. The Chief’s recommendation was to have an officer present from 11AM till 4PM on scheduled days (from buy back funding), so as not to double up coverage that is regularly scheduled after 2PM till 10PM, based on availability. He also recommended the board reach out to the 5<sup>th</sup> Precinct City Attorney for partnership in increasing awareness of repeat offenders. Further, to reach out to Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams for support.</li>\r\n	<li>Preceding the recommendation of the Hidden Beach task force, which will be provided to KIAA later in March, Jeanette Colby made a motion to authorize $5000 initially pending the recommendation of the committee (to be finalized March 17<sup>th</sup> at the rec center at 6:30, public welcome) and to be revisited at a later date in case extra funding is needed due to ideas that come from the task force. Josine Peters seconded. Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Larry Moran provided an update from the Community Advisory Committee meeting (Jody Strakosch is the neighborhood CAC representative), which occurs the last Tuesday of each month. Topics included Development Reviews, Community Works, and Design and Engineering. The primary issue was the SDEIS which will be delayed until late Spring or early summer, or later. This is important as SDEIS would speak to the environmental impact of co-location of freight and LRT in the Kenilworth Corridor with a single tunnel. Once complete, the public will have a 45 day period to comment.</li>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low provided an update on the 106 review (adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties). In December, KIAA sent a letter outlining concerns on this topic. MnDot agreed to expedite traffic studies to assess impact of project. It remains unclear what, if any, mitigation will be done to mitigate potential adverse impacts on historic properties. Motion carried unanimously for Kathy Low to send the letter regarding KIAA position on the channel. Motion also carried unanimously to authorize an additional $500 to pay the consultants PVN to help KIAA prepare a response letter to the most recent 106 consultation meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>Dr. Eric Larson, neighbor, addressed the board regarding the transportation of flammable liquids through the Kenilworth Corridor alongside SWLRT. He sent a letter to Fire Chief Fruetel asking him to explore the inherent danger of, and a plan to manage and mitigate the damage in the event of a spill or fire resulting from an ethanol train accident. Construction of the shallow tunnel will occur 12 feet from the freight rail track. Motion carried unanimously to endorse the letter.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn Smith made a motion to update, sign on behalf of KIAA, and send a letter to Senator Dibble recapping the discussion on outstanding questions on SWLRT from the last two meetings, to outline where information is needed and outstanding concerns that are not addressed. Seconded by Josine, carried unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Sculpture Garden Renovation – Josine Peters (minutes addendum)</h1>\r\n<strong>Statement:</strong>\r\n\r\nAs part of the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden renovation, the Walker Art Center will temporarily remove most sculptures. Many will be in storage, but others will be on short- or long-term loan to a number of Twin Cities institutions so that the public can still enjoy them during the construction project. The Walker is still in conversation with these potential partners and is identifying particular works for relocation. No official decisions have been made.\r\n\r\nOne thing we know for certain is that the Frank Gehry <em>Standing Fish</em> will be relocated from the Cowles Conservatory in order to reimagine that particular space. A formal announcement will be made in early 2015 announcing the relocation of specific artworks and their locations.\r\n\r\nMore information can be found on Minneapolisparks.org. Search under “current projects”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Carnival</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Motion carried unanimously to authorize $750 Kenwood Carnival.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> in front of the Kenwood Restaurant, 6-7:30. BeArtrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Food will be Red Wagon Pizza. New prospective board members are welcome. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Volunteers are Needed for Earth Day Cleanup.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meet on Saturday, April 25<sup>th</sup> at the Kenwood Rec Center. 9:30-noon. More info to come in April.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>February 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met February 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; 4 neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1>Lunch with Lisa on Feb 25<sup>th</sup> and the topic is TBD at the time of this meeting. There will be a communication shortly to provide interested residents the time, place and topic. The last lunch was well attended with a speaker from the Youth Homelessness Initiative.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There is a wrecking permit pulled for a residence at 2536 Upton S for a replacement house.</li>\r\n	<li>Property valuation notices for 2015 have been mailed to residents. If residents would like to have a review for equalization of their property value, it must be done at this time. If you believe your property is not correctly assessed, please refer to the City of Minneapolis website for instructions. You will need to pull your own comparative properties and submit an application for review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update, Section 106 Review (potential affects of SWLRT on historic properties) – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that the next SWLRT section 106 consultation meeting is 2/6. KIAA will attend the meeting along with the other consulting parties; SWLRT project staff, the State Historic Preservation Office, City of Minneapolis, the Park Board, CIDNA, and others. This meeting concerns solely the impact on the historical Kenilworth Channel crossing. Adverse effects on neighborhood historic properties from construction as well as operation of the trains and related traffic will continue to be the top focus of KIAA at future 106 meetings. Jeanette Colby motioned to approve $500 for the KIAA retained consultants Preservation Design Works to attend the meeting, Josine Peters seconded. The motion was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a follow up discussion led by Larry Moran regarding the need for specifics from the SW Project office for what to expect in 2015 on the project to be able to inform residents and how best to obtain that information. Suggestions that were made would be finalized after the meeting as a follow up but included contacting representatives to request their attention to any concerns that are not being addressed.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Larry Moran</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA task force is continuing to work on solutions for the 2015 beach season. The importance of continuity was stressed for a neighborhood strategy to address neighborhood concerns regarding the beach. If KIAA funds extra park police patrols in 2015, KIAA would work with funding recipients to align on how the money would be spent, and would look to include Chief Ohotto and Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams in the conversations. Jack Levi to follow up with Kathy Williams for an update from the task force on long term strategies and next steps.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> January 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 5, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Vice Chair Mike Bono called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; Dan Pennie, Anne Carayon, Dylan Thomas (SW Journal), Jean Deatrick (Hill and Lakes Press), Bruce Brunner, Donna Minter, Jody Strakosch\r\n\r\n7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman\r\n<h1><em> </em>Lunch with Lisa on Jan 28<sup>th</sup> will feature a Youth Homelessness speaker. RSVP to Lisa’s office is appreciated.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>SWLRT. There will be CIDNA, KIAA, Bryn Mawr, and Cedar Lake Park Association representation on committees regarding the W 21<sup>st</sup> St and Penn Ave stations. The city is seeking individuals with landscape architecture experience to serve on the committees and give input on environmental mitigation and remediation strategies.</li>\r\n	<li>A CIDNA homeowner described damage to homes on Sunset Blvd from the recent Met Council sewer reconstruction project. The Met Council and its contractor have not satisfactorily addressed the homeowners’ property damage claims according to the testimonial. Kathy Low brought forth a resolution for discussion, similar to one recently passed by CIDNA, requesting that the Met Council revise processes to resolve damage disputes and compensate property owners who suffer damage due to Met Council projects, especially in light of the proposed SWLRT construction. Discussion on how to engage state and city leadership is an issue that is common to neighborhoods at risk of damage by construction, for the agenda of a January 21<sup>st</sup> meeting. Kathy Low moved for approval of the resolution. Jeanette Colby seconded. Unanimously passed and final version was published to KIAA post-meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that on 1/7 the Park Board will vote on two resolutions – 1) request approval of funding to complete a study of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel for SWLRT 2) a letter to the FTA stating that input from the Park Board has not been duly considered (note: the Park Board subsequently voted to approve these motions in the 1/7 meeting). In the board’s materials for discussion is the KIAA Section 106 letter (which is in regard to the adverse effects of construction on historic districts or properties). This letter was approved between KIAA monthly meetings. There was a general discussion regarding upcoming opportunities for neighborhood input, potentially coordinating input with CIDNA and Cedar Lake Park Association, and the reliability of the funding for above mentioned mitigation strategies.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Property Resolution – Kathy Low</h1>\r\nHidden Beach Committee\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike Bono surfaced the discussion of the formation of a KIAA committee to proactively handle concerns for Hidden Beach. The committee chair description was developed by Chair Larry Moran prior to the meeting and was reviewed by the board members present. Angie Erdrich offered to get input on the draft description from Kathy Williams and the Hidden Beach committee she chairs currently.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nKIAA Annual Gathering\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The date of the Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. Preparations are underway and more details are to come. All neighbors are encouraged to join in the annual celebration of our neighborhood, and participate in the election of the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nRain Gardens\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich shared that 20 residents had applied for raingardens. A huge win for the</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>The Rain Garden grant is through Metro Blooms.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Addendum:</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The City of Minneapolis Public Works Department, after consultation with the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board, is working with a contractor to install a temporary diversion of the stormwater system from an outfall pipe in the Lagoon (between Lake of the Isles and Lake Calhoun) to the north shoreline of Lake Calhoun.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWork on the installation begain last week and is expected to be completed by January 16.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Mike Bono at 8:39 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<table width=\"640\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"9\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"4\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n&nbsp;','KIAA','','inherit','closed','closed','','1607-revision-7','','','2017-10-02 13:57:08','2017-10-02 18:57:08','',1607,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/10/02/1607-revision-7/',0,'revision','',0),(1178,2,'2015-05-01 15:50:51','2015-05-01 20:50:51','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2015 meetings will be held on January 5, February 2, March 2, April 6, and May 4 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. 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Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2015 meetings will be held on January 5, February 2, March 2, April 6, and May 4 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-123','','','2015-04-08 13:35:38','2015-04-08 18:35:38','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/04/08/240-revision-123/',0,'revision','',0);
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (1612,1,'2017-10-02 12:46:18','2017-10-02 17:46:18','&nbsp;\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n(click on a topic below to view)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#what\">What is KIAA?</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#message\">Message from KIAA Chair</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#listing\">Listing of Board Members</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#join\">Join a Committee</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#support\">Support Our Neighborhood</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#minutes\">KIAA Board Meeting Minutes</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Bylaws_2011.pdf\">KIAA bylaws (click for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-EEO-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA EEO Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-ADA-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA ADA Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/KIAA-Grievance-Procedure1.docx\">KIAA Grievance Procedure</a>\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"what\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>What is KIAA ?</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Isles Area Association</strong> <strong></strong>is a volunteer organization of Kenwood residents who, since 1962, have worked together in a collaborative effort to address issues and matters related to maintaining and improving the quality of life in our neighborhood. The neighborhood-elected Board of Directors generally meets the 1st Monday of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. These meetings are open to the public. The topics of discussion include:\r\n\r\nA City Council update from Lisa Goodman, our City Council representative\r\n\r\nA Treasurer’s report\r\n\r\nCommittee updates\r\n\r\nOther neighborhood updates/news\r\n\r\nWe invite you to attend our meetings and to become involved in the neighborhood by joining the Board or serving on one of our committees: Communications, Crime and Safety, Events/Special Projects, Light Rail Transit (LRT), Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP), and Zoning.\r\n\r\nWe also invite you to participate in our neighborhood events which include:\r\n\r\nThe City of Lakes Loppet and neighborhood skating party in late January/early February\r\n\r\nOur annual neighborhood meeting in May\r\n\r\nSpecial events in Kenwood Park during the summer\r\n\r\nThe Twin Cities Marathon in early October.\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA Mission Statement</strong> – To build a strong community in the Kenwood-Isles area by providing leadership, information on local matters, and a forum for issues resolution.\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Mascot</strong>, Egret (Why the Egret you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Color</strong>, Red (Why red you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\"><img title=\"egret-red\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"448\" height=\"261\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Message from KIAA Chair</strong> –\r\n\r\nThe KIAA Board continues to work on issues affecting Kenwood residents. These issues include:\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li><strong>Light Rail</strong>. The planned construction of light rail in the neighborhood brings both great opportunity and challenge. Connecting to a growing system will allow residents access to the western suburbs, both downtowns, the northern suburbs, and the airport. We face two challenges with the arrival of light rail: we need to ensure that it moves safely through the neighborhood; we need to work to make sure that is has the least impact on the neighborhood and the environment. To that end, we have neighbors on the various committees that are making decisions on design, station areas, and the mitigation of the overall effect the project will have on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Freight Rail Re-Route</strong>. The approved plan for the light rail construction requires the reroute of the freight line out of the Kenilworth Corridor (because of space constraints). Currently, there is discussion to redesign the project in order to allow both light rail and freight rail to run in the corridor. KIAA Board members are involved in meetings that discuss the issue and are trying to make sure resident concerns are heard.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Parade Road</strong>. Though it is not in Kenwood, the reconstruction of the road in front of Parade Ice Garden affects many residents. We have followed the discussions and have heard presentations from Anita Tabb, our Park Board Representative.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>The Budget</strong>. As we faced last year, budget issues are affecting Kenwood Recreation Center. We are working closely with the management of the center to offer whatever help we can.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\nWe invite your input and involvement in any of these issues. We also are glad to hear from you about any other issue you think is affecting the quality of life in our neighborhood. Join us for our monthly board meeting. Volunteer to be part of the board or work on specific board committees (e.g., LRT, zoning, communications, crime and safety). Visit our new website (<strong><a href=\"../../\">http://kenwoodminneapolis.org</a></strong>) and stay informed on neighborhood events and news.\r\n\r\nThanks and have a great spring!\r\n\r\nKIAA Board Chair\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"listing\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Shawn Smith (Chair)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Larry Moran (Vice Chair) </strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Jack Levi (Secretary)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:jack@levicapital.com\">jack@levicapital.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Matthew Spies (Treasurer)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>matthew.spies@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Michael Bono</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:mbono@brocade.com\">mbono@brocade.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Mark Brown</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:pluim2020@aol.com\">M</a>ark@AcceleratedInnovations.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong><a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><a href=\"mailto:angie_sandeep@yahoo.com\">angie_sandeep@yahoo.c</a>om\r\n\r\n<strong>Carl Goldstein</strong>\r\n\r\ncarl@wordsonfire.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Kyle Leier</strong>\r\n\r\nKyleier@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeremy Nichols</strong>\r\n\r\njsn@umn.edu\r\n\r\n<strong>Will Stensrud</strong>\r\n\r\nwillstensrud@gmail.com\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div><strong>Join a Committee</strong> – The <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> would love to have more neighborhood participation on our standing committees. We need your ideas on how to make the <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> even better and more relevant to everyone in the neighborhood. Any one who lives or owns property in the Kenwood neighborhood is eligible to join. If you are interested in participating, please contact any of the committee members listed:</div>\r\n<table width=\"810\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Communications </strong>(Chair is vacant) –This committee works toward better communication among neighbors, KIAA Board members, and other organizations and entities. It also works to promote the Kenwood neighborhood.Responsibilities include:</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Publishing the semi-annual KIAA newsletter and monthly e-newsletter</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the KIAA web site</li>\r\n	<li>Creating/maintaining the neighborhood welcome kit</li>\r\n	<li>Developing communication materials and methods</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the neighborhood e-mail distribution list</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong> Chair is Mark Johnson – <a href=\"mailto:mjruns26@gmail.com\">mjruns26@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee works to promote safety in the Kenwood neighborhood.Goals include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Keeping the community safe</li>\r\n	<li>Educating residents about safety issues</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating information about crimes in the area in a timely and accurate manner</li>\r\n	<li>Recruiting block leaders</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining a relationship with the Minneapolis Police Dept. and Crime Prevention Specialist</li>\r\n	<li>For more information or to subscribe to the quarterly e-newsletter for our precinct (the 5th) visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>or text SPOTLIGHT to 22828.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Events/Special Projects</strong> Chair is Amy Lucas – <a href=\"mailto:amylucas@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">amymlucas@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee plans neighborhood events and works with the Kenwood Recreation Center staff and other neighborhood associations to co-sponsor events. It also addresses issues of current interest to neighborhood residents and ensures KIAA representation on community task forces.Some of the annual events coordinated by this committee are:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Skating party</li>\r\n	<li>Earth day/community cleanup day</li>\r\n	<li>Neighborhood Annual Meeting</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>LRT</strong> Chair is Jeanette Colby – <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\" target=\"_blank\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\nHennepin County and the Met Council are planning a light rail line (SWLRT) between Eden Prairie and downtown Minneapolis that would run along the Kenilworth Trail through the Kenwood neighborhood. KIAA has taken an active role in advocating for high design standards and mitigation that protect our parks and neighborhood.Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Attending community meetings</li>\r\n	<li>Drafting resolutions</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with the KIAA Board and neighbors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong></strong><strong>NRP </strong>Chair position is vacant\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as liaison with the Minneapolis Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) and with the new Minneapolis Neighborhood &amp; Community Relations (NCR) Department.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Management of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Solicitation of neighborhood projects to be recipients of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Completion of required paperwork</li>\r\n	<li>Development and implementation of our NRP Phase II plan</li>\r\n	<li>Communication with NRP staff and neighborhood activists citywide regarding NRP matters</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and written materials required by new Minneapolis NCR Department</li>\r\n	<li>Frequent updates regarding NRP and Minneapolis NCR/NCEC matters at KIAA Board meetings</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Zoning</strong> Chair is Larry Moran – <a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as the liaison between neighborhood homeowners seeking variances or conditional use permits and the KIAA Board.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Responding to neighbor’s questions regarding neighborhood zoning rules</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating the variance or conditional use permit process to neighbors</li>\r\n	<li>Meeting with neighbors to review any variance or conditional use permit requests</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with Minneapolis zoning and planning officials</li>\r\n	<li>Presenting requests for variances or conditional use permits to the KIAA Board</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"support\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Support Our Neighborhood – </strong>Your membership helps<strong> KIAA</strong> support neighborhood projects and events. Click on the link below to download a PDF of the membership form, then print out the form:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?attachment_id=113\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-113\">KIAA_Membership form (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform.gif\"><img title=\"KIAA Membership Form\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform-150x150.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\r\n<div>-<strong>July 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 7/10/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center<ins cite=\"mailto:Lucas%20Lucas\" datetime=\"2012-07-16T18:56\"></ins></p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Absent:  Mark Brown.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the  “50% design regarding Peavey Plaza”</li>\r\n	<li>The Penn/Oliver reconstruction project continues; the Penn Ave S setback has been approved. You can go to the Penn Oliver website for more information. Hard finish will be before 8/25/17, before school starts</li>\r\n	<li>The home on 2431 W22nd St is a potential teardown: No news yet regarding this property</li>\r\n	<li>Aug 1, 2017 is National Night Out: Permit application is by July 18<sup>th</sup> to avoid $100 fee.</li>\r\n	<li>Kmart on Lake St: The City is thinking about alternative locations for KMart. The City owns the land and building and the lease expires in 2050. Kmart’s demands are currently not acceptable to the City, so there is a deadlock for now on negotiations.</li>\r\n	<li>Regarding the 35W reconstruction: Starting in August, Interstate 35W will be under construction between I-94 in downtown Minneapolis and 46th Street. Bridges across 35W will be repaired or reconstructed.</li>\r\n	<li>The Pirate Mermaid event is on July 15 1-3pm. Need help with pirate booty and lemonade; Jeanette has offered to help.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a photo area for families to take pictures</li>\r\n	<li>Has KIAA done a neighborhood walking tour? Amanda thinks it would be a good idea. She will propose something.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake event – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The family event that took place in June resulted in commotion at the beach. The police presence diminished after that.  Then, another day following this commotion, there was a fight at the beach, followed by confrontation between the beachgoers and the police.  Following these events, KIAA met with the police; Matt sent a memo to the KIAA Board regarding this meeting with the police 2 weeks ago.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding encampments at Hidden Beach (as well as around South Minneapolis).</li>\r\n	<li>Ron wants to go over photos for ideas regarding paths for walking around the Hidden Beach area, as well as other parts of Cedar Lake. KIAA would like to hear his ideas and then form a committee to steer ideas into reality.</li>\r\n	<li>South Cedar Beach will be re-designed as a result of a private donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>John Peterson</strong>\r\n\r\nThis organization makes saunas available by bringing the sauna to the public. It is a mobile sauna 20X8 ft. John was referred to the park board to obtain a permit.\r\n\r\nThe company is now a coop and they are trying to expand. They currently have 141 members.\r\n\r\nJohn would like to do an event in August 2017 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nJeanette raised the issue that beach goers should be invited to make reservations, not just Kenwood residents. In general, the KIAA board that this would support the KIAA objective for positive programming at the beach.\r\n\r\nThe Motion for sauna operation at Hidden Beach by Will was approved by all.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\nMatt gave a KIAA financial report covering current account balances and monthly financial activity.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>2017 Neighborhood Priority Plan– Mike Bono</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe following was approved by the KIAA Board today:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) is participating in the Community Participation Program (CPP) for Minneapolis neighborhood organizations. CPP is a city program designed to give residents and property owners the power to improve or maintain their own neighborhoods and direct city resources to fit their needs.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe goal of Neighborhood Priority Plans is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners. Neighborhood Priority Plans must be developed and adopted through a thorough neighborhood participation process. The plan identifies preliminary neighborhood priorities (as identified by the neighborhood) and potential partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the result of the neighborhood survey, KIAA proposes to use its Community Participation Program funds allocated to the Neighborhood Priority Plan as listed below:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n1) Support community outreach and consulting services related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n2) Provide funding for landscaping around Lake of the Isles and for spreading awareness about preserving Cedar Lake Park.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n3) Provide funding for increased crime prevention and safety activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n4) Support the Kenwood Recreation Center, Kenwood School, and local businesses with funding for programming activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n5) Continue to fund a resource to assist KIAA with its communication efforts.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSpecifically, the proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan would include but no be limited to:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Supporting cooperative efforts with surrounding neighborhoods and organizations to minimize negative impacts on the Kenilworth trail as a result of the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Provide funding to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Continuing annual support of additional police patrols at East Cedar Lake Beach and other crime prevention activities such as increased police patrols in the alleys.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Contracting for part-time help to continue the monthly e-newsletter, and other communication efforts including developments regarding LRT.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Providing funding for educational programming and social activities with Kenwood School</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on September 11, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a>June Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met June 5<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</strong></p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1>Highlights from the KIAA Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Annual Gathering was held on Monday May 8<sup>th</sup> (rain date)</li>\r\n	<li>Total attendees were approximately 100.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2017-2018 board was elected, including 3 new board members (Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein).  Josine Peters stepped down, and we thank her for her service.</li>\r\n	<li>Speakers included Louise Erdrich regarding the renovation of the former Stephen Dean’s Tailors space, and Deb Pilger from MPRB regarding goats at Hidden Beach.  MetroBlooms and Hennepin County Recycling set up information tables.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction utility and roadwork is beginning.  The work will be completed by early fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Lunch with Lisa Field Trip will happen June 21<sup>st</sup> at 11:45AM.  You can choose from an Arts Tour of the Sculpture Garden, or a Hard Hat Tour of The Target Center Renovation.  Please contact Lisa’s office, as space is limited.  The next Lunch with Lisa is in September and will cover the Peavey Plaza renovation.</li>\r\n	<li>The City will not be able to ban plastic bags from grocery stores as originally planned (due to state legislative pre-emption).  The City is exploring other options and strategies to reduce the use of plastic bags.</li>\r\n	<li>Household hazardous waste events are occurring in June, July, and August.  The city will recover or recycle paint, solvents, etc. for free.  The next two are June 23-24 at the Public Works Facility (3607 E 44<sup>th</sup> St), and July 28-29 at Jenny Lind Elementary (5025 Bryant Ave N)</li>\r\n	<li>There was an open discussion on plastic bags, organic composting, downtown crime</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Election of Officers - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board elected officers for the 2017-2018 season, and welcomed three new directors.  The new KIAA board was unanimously approved by vote; Chair:  Shawn Smith.  Vice-Chair:  Larry Moran.  Treasurer:  Matt Spies.  Secretary:  Jack Levi.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nConflict of Interest Policy - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Board approved the KIAA Conflict of Interest Policy by email voting on April 26<sup>th</sup>, 2017.</li>\r\n	<li>Each board member signed the policy which is designed to 1) protect public trust in the integrity of the KIAA-decision making process and 2) to establish the procedures applicable to the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest in the context of transactions or arrangements entered into by KIAA where a member may have a financial interest in or fiduciary responsibility towards an entity with which KIAA is negotiating a transaction or arrangement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that donations in 2017 were down more than 50% vs. 2016.  This needs to be a focus for the upcoming fiscal year.  Jeanette made a motion to approve reimbursements as noted on financial detail.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Oriole Feeding Installations/Prairie Restoration Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie requested reimbursement for $192 to support the installation of the Oriole Feeding Station, to plant new plants in the prairie restoration area and food for the orioles.  The plants are consistent with the strategy as they are part of the natural environment for the prairie and orioles.  The funding was already approved at the April meeting and is under budget so was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Programming– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown and Will Stensruud planned the June 10<sup>th</sup> Family Beach Opener.  Artrageous is hosting activities for kids.  Jeanette moved to approve $300 for food and refreshments and not more than $500.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Summer Solstice Celebration on Wednesday, June 21<sup>st</sup>.  Artrageous is hosting the solstice party and it will be shared via social media.</li>\r\n	<li>Yoga is free to the public (hosted by KIAA) is held every Thursday at 7PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Open water swims start Monday June 19<sup>th</sup>.  Participants must sign up with the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Jim Gilroy Bench Dedication – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA last year lost a beloved board member, Jim Gilroy.  Thanks to the generosity of Kenwood residents, Jim’s friends and family, a bench was purchased in his memory on the Lake of the Isles Walking Path, across from Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church.  On Sunday, June 25<sup>th</sup> (1-5PM) there will be a dedication picnic.  All are welcome to attend to celebrate his life.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Park Board Update – Mark Holtey\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Rec Center will receive a Little Library this month.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Minnesota Zoomobile Presentation Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> at the Kenwood Park Picnic area from 1-1:45PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Movies in the Park at Kenwood Part resumes Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> 15 minutes after dusk.  This month’s showing will be <em>Hidden Figures</em>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on Monday, July 10th, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met April 3<sup>rd</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</strong></p>\r\n<strong> <img title=\"More...\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-includes/js/tinymce/plugins/wordpress/img/trans.gif\" alt=\"\" />Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown, Angie Erdrich, and Matt Spies.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick.</strong>\r\n<h1><strong><em> </em></strong></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction is scheduled to begin within a couple of months. The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting reviewing the project on April 25<sup>th</sup> at 6:30 at the Kenwood Rec Center.  There will be a separate public meeting on the assessment, tentatively scheduled for May 9<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>The April 26<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will host representatives from the Park Board and Walker Sculpture Garden.  They will discuss public art and sculpture, including updates on the Walker.  Please call Lisa’s office to order a lunch in advance ($10).</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping begins April 11. <a href=\"http://www.minneapolis.gov/streetsweeping\">www.minneapolismn.gov/publicworks/streetsweeping</a>.  Please be sure to follow parking restrictions to avoid a ticket.  Yard waste bundles will also be picked up at the same time – place it with recycling for pickup.  Do not sweep into the street as it is damaging to the environment.</li>\r\n	<li>As Backyard Fire season begins, please observe City Rules:  Permitted only 9AM to 10PM, burn only untreated fire wood (no trash), fire must be 25 feet from a structure and in a fire ring.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>I-35W will be under rehabilitation starting Summer 2017-Fall 2021, between 43<sup>rd</sup> St S and 15<sup>th</sup> St.  Please see <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies (Pre-Report)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt pre-reported less than $2500 in expenditures for the month, which included payments for the Hill and Lake Press Annual Sponsorship, down payments for the annual gathering, and board liability insurance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>2552 W Lake of the Isles Variance – Ryan Smith, Tyler Hillger</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Construction on the vacant lot at 2552 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway will require two variances to build as designed:  1) Front Yard Setback.  Due to the curve of the street, the setback rule would place the house in violation.  The variance would allow the setback variance to be consistent with the adjacent homes.  As designed, the front of the home will be behind the front of the original home down in 2004.  2) Terrace Square Footage Maximum.  The planned terrace would be allowable if variance 1 is approved.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA did not make a motion on the variance and requested that the board be kept informed and adjacent neighbors directly engaged by the homeowner.</li>\r\n	<li>If approved by the city, construction would begin late summer 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP and Priority Plan</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to approve the 2016 KIAA CPP Annual Report, which will be submitted to the city.</li>\r\n	<li>Mike presented a Financial Interest and Fiduciary Responsibility conflict of interest policy, now required by Minneapolis, to preserve public trust in the integrity of KIAA decision-making process.  The policy, once signed, will also be posted to the KIAA website.  The policy will be voted on between meetings to allow board members time to review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Will reviewed the proposed budget for the summer of 2017 at $5450, to support programming: Yoga, Log Rolling, June 10 Summer Kickoff Party, BeArtrageous, and a Music Series.  Motions were made to fund June 10<sup>th</sup> Summer Kickoff ($1300), Yoga ($600 for 10 sessions), the June 21<sup>st</sup> Solstice Party ($150), July 15<sup>th</sup> Pirates and Mermaids ($500).  Approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         An additional expenditure of $2000 was proposed to buy a generator to fill a bounce house for weekly events.  Due to liability concerns, the subcommittee was asked to go back and research further prior to a vote on the funding.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering May 1<sup>st</sup> – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Gathering is 6-7:30 at Kenwood Corner</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA board members are requested to sign up for tasks.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.  Current board members were requested to announce their intent to run prior to the next meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project Updates – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn provides updates on this standing topic, the #1 priority for the board per the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey.</li>\r\n	<li>County Transit Improvement Board did not vote unanimously from disbanding, with Dakota County voting against without a larger payout, and Hennepin County against because commissioners knew that CTIB would not disband.  It remains to be seen whether a county sales tax can be implemented to fund the missing state share of $135M</li>\r\n	<li>SWLRT and Bottineau line are not approved for funding in the new proposed federal budget.  84 State legislators signed a letter to Transportation Secretary Chao further requesting that funding be withheld because it did not have legislative support.</li>\r\n	<li>Files are advancing at the state level to remove/increase railroad liability for co-location, block any future light rail transit without state approval, and implement terms and elections to Met Council officials.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is the Annual Gathering on Monday, May 1st, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 6<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mark Brown, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n<h1> The Agenda Was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting held during the month of April, an announcement will be sent out on Next Door.  There will be a public hearing in May regarding the assessment.</li>\r\n	<li>The March 29<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will be an update on Peavey Plaza renovations.</li>\r\n	<li>Unspent and frozen NRP money will be returned to neighborhoods.  Kenwood received $1000 back.  The amount received by Kenwood for NRP was mostly spent in support of our neighborhood priorities.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA donated $750 to support the Kenwood School auction.</li>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the importance of managing the budget on a three-year cycle, tied to the funding cycle from the city.  Also discussed was ensuring that the budget would address reimbursable expenditures vs non-reimbursable expenditures that depend on neighbor contributions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt submitted a proposal to define objectives for the 2017 season, focusing on the implementation of 3 recurring activities such as puppet shows, yoga, log rolling, etc.  Additionally, how to engage the Park Board to implement improvements to the beach prior to SWLRT operations.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to take the lead on planning the programming.  Options will be discussed for future seasons to fund an intern to manage the programming and community outreach.  For 2017, a subcommittee will be formed to develop the action plan and report to the board at the April meeting.  Larry noted that it is important to share the plan at the annual neighborhood gathering on May 1<sup>st</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The gathering is May 1<sup>st</sup>.  Angie put together a to-do and sign up list for tasks that need to be completed to have a successful event.  The biggest issue to finalize is food.  KIAA is exploring different options that can reduce cost.  An option is to identify any neighborhood caterers or restaurant owners to support the event with food.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January Citizens Advisory Council meeting.   The Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District voted unanimously to permit SWLRT for construction through the waters that it manages.  Cedar Lake and the Kenilworth Channel drain into the creek and the Mississippi River, which MCWD manages.</li>\r\n	<li>On March 8<sup>th</sup>, County Transit Improvement Board voted to disband, clearing the way for Hennepin County to implement a 50 cent sales tax to fund SWLRT state share and ongoing operational costs.  However, because Dakota County voted against disbanding, there will be a process to follow where either CTIB will have one county member, or increasing the buyout to the county to gain their vote.</li>\r\n	<li>Full federal funding grant of $900M, if awarded, will happen by the end of June.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates:  Please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 3<sup>rd</sup>, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 6th, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Mark Brown, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Police Chief Ohotto, and 4 other residents.\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\nCity Council Update – Lisa Goodman\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner and contribute 7% of the total budget of $1M.  There will be a large neighborhood meeting held in advance to share details.  Work will be completed prior to fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The February 22<sup>nd</sup> Lunch with Lisa topic is Emergency Preparedness, including natural disasters and pandemic readiness.  Please contact her office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Ward 7 has been prioritized for the City’s Tree Planting Program.  Residents can get information and order trees March 6-12 at <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.  There will be a lottery, and those selected will be notified by March 22.  Trees will have a nominal cost to residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette provided an update on the parking situation in Downtown Kenwood.  She reported that the business owners did not support a KIAA proposed solution to add restrict parking to one side of 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Another possible solution is to clarify the parking signs on Penn Avenue in front of Kenwood School.  One resident from Oliver Ave expressed his concerns on the adverse effect he is experiencing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA dedicated $5000 for police overtime (80 hours of patrols).  2016 had the second lowest number of police reports since the lowest year (2008).</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The Chief continues to recommend a balance of extra patrols with the positive programming that has happened in the last 2 years.  Neighborhood involvement/usage of the beach is also important, vs. solely relying on police patrols.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Jeanette moved to spend $5000 for 2017 continued additional policing, pending the securing of city funding via the Neighborhood Priority Plan contract.  Mike will inform the board once city funding is confirmed.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The party was rescheduled for February 12<sup>th</sup> due to poor ice conditions.  KIAA will still contribute cookies towards the event.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Residents donated $747 last month, most in response to the annual newsletter.  KIAA also received some city reimbursements, totaling $2500.  KIAA appreciates the local funding of the neighborhood residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jean Deatrich has helped Matt mail thank you letters in response to all donations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Letter of Concern over 3020 Kenwood Parkway – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Calhoun-Isles Association is opposing the construction of a Residential High Rise on the Northeast Corner of Lake Calhoun that would possibly violate the Shoreland Overlay District and would certainly be in opposition to local ordinance.  The building would be 59 feet tall and out of character with the surrounding neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed a letter stating KIAA’s position that developers need to respect the overlay district not only for this project/lake but for future projects and other lakes.  This position supports the KIAA Neighborhood Priority of protecting the environment, lakes, and waterways.  The Overlay height restriction exists to protect the lake edge from out of scale development, shading, and wind concentration and a negative human caused impact on the environment.  Larry moved to send the letter, approved unanimously.  A response was received from CM Lisa Bender that it does not violate the Overlay Disctrict but does violate local zoning.  Jeanette is working with the city and C-I Association to clarify.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The annual gathering and board elections are May 1.  Any residents that would like to run for a board position are encouraged to contact KIAA; ssmith288@me.com.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         To reduce costs, new food alternatives will be considered for the annual gathering.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood School Request – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The School requested $750 in funding to be a sponsor of the Kenwood School Auction and Fundraiser.  KIAA supported this request in 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA view is that the funding supports the Neighborhood Priority of supporting robust programming and education our Kenwood School, which not only serves Kenwood children but children from other parts of the city.  Shawn moved to support the funding, unanimously approved.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January CAC meeting.   The Southwest Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that at the State Legislature GOP leadership is challenging that the Met Council will rely on the state to pay 50% of ongoing operating costs for light rail and transit but the state has no voice in which or how many projects are built.  That would mean that there is no elected voice in the regional transit plan and required state funding.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District is meeting on February 23<sup>rd</sup> to vote whether to approve permits for SWLRT construction and operation in areas that MCWD manages.  The MCWD is responsible for maintaining the water quality for the Watershed, which includes the Chain of Lakes.  The public comment period closed February 2<sup>nd,</sup> and many testified concerns about conflicts of interest with MCWD managers.  Most managers were appointed by Hennepin County Commissioners, that support the project.</li>\r\n	<li>As only 3 Kenwood properties are identified to have severe averse impacts, KIAA will consider funding an independent study of vibration and noise similar to one conducted at the Minneapolis/St Louis Park border.  The study would evaluate the Kenilworth Corridor north of the Kenilworth Channel.  Jeanette will contact the engineers to find out if there would be any benefit and what the cost would be.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will kick off the planning for ECLB programming for 2017.  He will solicit resident ideas.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJanuary 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 9th, 2017 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Will Stensrud, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Directors Absent:  Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mike Bono, Treasurer Matt Spies.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Snow Emergencies are communicated via Facebook, Instragram, Email/text alerts, City of Minneapolis Mobile App.  All residents are encouraged to sign up for alerts to be aware of when Snow Emergencies are declared.</li>\r\n	<li>Road Sand is available from the City Public Works Sites, to be placed in a barrel in areas that are needed.  Please contact Lisa’s office to request a barrel of sand.</li>\r\n	<li>Christmas Trees are recycled by the city.  Please put your trees at your regular pickup site.  Old Christmas lights can also be recycled; go to <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is January 25<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall.  The topic is Public Art, including a sneak preview of the Nicollet Mall art.  Lisa is always interested in constituents’ ideas for topics.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette brought to Lisa’s attention NRP survey results to get her perspective on what is within the city’s ability to address.  Many issues raised in the survey, including noise and excessive speed are regulated and difficult to enforce.  Any public works issues such as alley defects should be directed to Lisa’s office.  Jeanette will follow up with Lisa to address the continuing parking and alley access problem by Downtown Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Warming House – Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy shared that a volunteer group with representatives from from CIDNA, Lowry Hill and East Isles, the Minneapolis Parks Foundation, MPRB staff and local architects are considering that the warming house should be replaced, in part based on age (18 years old). The cost to bring the structure in and out by crane is increasing to $20K per year; a new structure designed to be more easily transported could make moving it less expensive. The idea being discussed is to change the structure into one that can be used all year, across different sites, for different purposes. There will be a design competition and funds raised. KIAA supports the idea of replacement but there was a discussion as to whether it\'s appropriate for KIAA to contribute neighborhood funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Treasurer Report – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Several contributions were received in January ($398) as a result of the Fall Newsletter.  KIAA appreciates the support and Matt will work with Jean to send acknowledgement letters to the donors.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie will provide via cookies for the party funded by KIAA.  The party is January 22<sup>nd</sup> from 1-3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Application – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will help manage the process for Rain garden applications and awarding grants from MetroBlooms.  This year is the third year of this partnership, and this year there will be no cost to KIAA.  KIAA will make an in-kind donation of time and resources to promote the initiative.  More information will be provided by the end of January.  Rain gardens support our NRP initiative of protecting the lakes and environment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Cedar Lake Orioles Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie is leading engagement with Kenwood School to reinstall Oriole feeding stations this spring.  Last year, orioles were abundant and several classes visited Cedar Lake Park to see them, accompanied by teachers and neighborhood volunteers.  This initiative is important because it drives more family and educational opportunities at Cedar Lake.  Angie requested $200 for laminated signs and feeding station supplies (food).  Jeanette moved to approve, unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering Planning Kickoff – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The annual gathering will be May 1<sup>st</sup> in downtown Kenwood, which includes food and election of KIAA officers.  In order to keep costs in check, other food options will be explored.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Communication Committee – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Will, Mark, and Jeanette will work with Jean regarding a communication committee and communication plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that CTIB is likely in the process of self-dissolving so that Hennepin County can raise the transit sales tax to .5%, to fund the missing $140M state share of funding.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion whether to contact the FTA regarding Met Council compliance to 2012 Certification Requirements for Federal Funding, and without a vote KIAA determined not to take any action.</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is contacting three LRT- adjacent property owners to discuss construction.  These are the only houses at 21<sup>st</sup> St that the Met Council deems to be impacted by LRT operations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The top 5 priorities from the survey were identified – SWLRT, Lakes/Parks/Environment, Kenwood Rec Center events, Hidden Beach Safety, and Kenwood School.  Jeanette wrote a summary report to share with anyone interested.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Calhoun Association is asking KIAA to support opposition to a 54 foot tall residential building to be built adjacent to Tin Fish on Lake Calhoun (replacing 3 existing homes).  The proposed structure would be within the Shoreland Overlay District which has a height restriction of 36 feet.  As an action taken between meetings, the proposal will be reviewed and voted on whether to support or not support the opposition.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board Police Chief Ohotto will be invited to attend the KIAA February Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>December 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 5th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis finalizes its 2017 budget on December 7th.  On November 30<sup>th</sup>, there was a public hearing; 45 people provided testimony on the mayor’s proposed budget. There was a significant organized effort to reduce proposed police budgeting in favor of more community based non-profit policing.  The mayor had proposed adding 15 additional sworn officers as 2016 had the lowest number of officers this decade, 100 less than 2009.  Neighborhoods Organizing for Change challenged that increase.  (Addendum Post KIAA Meeting:  December 7<sup>th</sup> saw a similar number of testimonials and content, and the budget was adopted with the 15 additional officers.)</li>\r\n	<li>The budget also proposes a new position of Small Business Navigator.  This position would assist small businesses in navigating the Minneapolis city laws and regulations.  Lisa supports up to 4 positions in order to help small business navigate the city’s complex licensing and codes.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa emphasized that the Final Truth in Taxation notices that were mailed in November did not include the voter approved school special taxation levy.  Therefore, property taxes are understated by approximately 10%.  Revised Final Notices will not be mailed.  (Note to residents:  look at your 2016 School District Voter Approved Levy to see approximately how much your 2017 taxes are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Car2Go is ending operations in Minneapolis because of two business conditions that created an inability for the company to be profitable.  1)  The city mandated that Car2Go distribute cars equitably throughout the city; however, because some neighborhoods had higher origination/destination usage than others, the company incurred high costs to redistribute cars, and some cars sat idle in lower-used neighborhoods.  Publicly, Car2Go cited that they were taxed/licensed at a car rental rate, which is higher than that of taxis and other ride-share services.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January after December 12ths Later with Lisa.  Lisa is interested in constituent input for topics for her schedule of 2017 lunches.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Board Member – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette introduced Will Stensrud, who with his family purchased a home in Kenwood one year ago.  Will asked to join the board to become more involved in the issues that shape Kenwood.  Jeanette motioned to approve his addition, and it was approved unanimously.  Welcome Will!</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>November was a busy month for SWLRT.  The FTA accepted testimony regarding Metropolitan Council accountability and adherence to process to determine certification for federal dollars for the next 4 years.  Many Kenwood residents sent testimony, including the LRT Done Right group.  Testimonials were published in last month’s Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn stated that there are two key next steps where KIAA will engage in SWLRT:  1) Follow up with the FTA to find out about how the neighborhoods testimony will be used, and will the findings be made available to the public, and 2) SWRLT construction and mitigation is the top issue surfaced in the annual NRP survey, and KIAA will continue to keep SWLRT as a standing KIAA meeting topic, and publish updates in the Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>LRT Done Right organization is engaging and meeting with key elected officials in the coming month to gain information and understanding of positions heading into the 2017 State Legislative Session.  Officials at the state, county, city, and park board will be met with.  KIAA’s position against residential development on the Kenilworth Trail/SWLRT line will be communicated.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reviewed the monthly balance sheet for KIAA as well as the expenditures and revenues for the month.  There was minimal activity during the month: payments made to Jean Deatrick and Post net for the Fall Newsletter, as well as a small payment to reimburse Pop Up Playground expense at “Hidden Beach,” and one donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA has submitted its Community Participation Program application for the upcoming three-year funding cycle by the City of Minneapolis, worth $25K annually to Kenwood.  KIAA is in the process of canvassing the neighborhood to determine the specific priorities to include in the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of NPP is to identify major initiatives for neighborhood organizations, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>The results of the Neighborhood Priorities survey were reviewed.  Top issues identified were SWLRT mitigation, protecting the lakes, East Cedar Lake Beach safety, supporting Kenwood Community Center activities/Common gathering place, more street lighting.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette noted that only 60 responses were received.  The link to the survey was put in the KIAA Fall Newsletter, Nextdoor, and Hill and Lakes Press.  Jean Deatrick will email out a link to her neighborhood email list and extend the deadline to December 18<sup>th</sup> to capture more feedback to feed the Top 5 Priorities.  There will also be future discussion on how to address other priorities received in written comments.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Lake of the Isles Warming House will be replaced.  The Park Board is considering a mobile structure that can be used all year.  Neighborhood Associations are being approached to provide funding.  There was discussion as to whether or not neighborhood funds should be used towards this project in light of the “Close the Gap” funding recently allocated to the Park Board, totaling $11M annually and funded by property tax increases.</li>\r\n	<li>Action taken between meetings:  The board approved up to $200 to place a sign in Downtown Kenwood to help address the continued concerns over parking issues.  It will direct patrons towards alternative parking locations and try to keep alley access clear.  Exact wording and structure is under discussion.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:27 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 9th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met November 7th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in November due to Thanksgiving.  On Monday December 12<sup>th</sup> at 4:30pm will be Later with Lisa, her annual holiday party.  It will be held at the Normandy Inn.  Cash bar, parking is free.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping is completed as of November 15th, as is yard waste pickup, for the season.  The city does not sweep alleys, leaf removal there is the responsibility of the home owner.</li>\r\n	<li>The house at 1204 Kenwood Parkway is under historic review.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction is on track to be complete by December.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa shared the Mayor’s 2017 Proposed Budget.  The board reviewed the budget and gleaned that the proposed levy increase is driven primarily by 1) 59 new positions in the city, 2) Park Board/City agreement on 20 Year Plan, 3) additional spending on social programs and grants to Non-Profit organizations.  The Truth in Taxation Hearing is November 30<sup>th</sup> at City Hall, and the budget will be adopted on December 7<sup>th</sup>.  Public testimony will be heard at both.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Monthly expenditures were for the Gilroy Memorial Bench and the Thrill Kenwood, offset by city funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody is the Citizen Advisory Committee representative to the Metropolitan Council and the CAC met last month.  Jody shared updates on SWLRT that were learned in the meeting.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>LRT trains normally sound a horn coming out of a tunnel, but it will not sound when emerging from the tunnel in the Kenilworth Corridor.  There are also bells on each train that sound at road crossings, but at 21<sup>st</sup> St these will not sound and there will be a stationary bell.  This will allow for less variance in the sound impact and more reliable noise mitigation.</li>\r\n	<li>Revenue service is estimated to begin in 2021.  Construction is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Construction will begin in Fall 2017 to move the freight lines in the Kenilworth Corridor; there will be five phases of construction in our neighborhood and it is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Met Council representatives will be going door to door to record structural conditions of homes in order to establish a baseline for potential damage as a result of construction.  Addresses/scheduling to be announced in December.  It is not determined how repairs will be handled that are a result of construction.</li>\r\n	<li>The CAC November meeting was cancelled.  At future meetings Jody will continue to press for information and we will share in this space.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended the FTA review of the Metropolitan Council’s certification on November 2<sup>nd</sup>.  The FTA certifies the Met Council every four years as a process to approve the Council to continue to receive federal funds.  Shawn shared that 5 speakers used SWLRT as an example where the Met Council did not consistently deliver against the objectives that the FTA measures against.  The public has until November 30<sup>th</sup> to provide testimony; if interested, please contact Shawn at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Applications</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sign Ups are now being taken for 2017 Good Steward Raingardens.  Raingardens on your property help reduce pollution in our lakes.  MetroBlooms and KIAA are teaming up to install reduced-cost raingardens for 15 Kenwood homeowners.  Cost is reduced through a Good Steward Grant (cost to homeowners will be approximately $350 for a $2,000 raingarden).  Email Laura Scholl to get on the list:  <a href=\"mailto:laura@metroblooms.org\">laura@metroblooms.org</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be applying for the next three-year cycle of funding by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program for $25K annually.  KIAA will submit its Community Participation Program application that will include the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of the Neighborhood Priority Plan is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the CPP application be approved, Mark seconded, unanimously passed.</li>\r\n	<li>A survey to solicit neighborhood input for the priority plan will be sent this month to ensure that monies are directed in the direction of projects that are valued by residents.  Here is the link: <a href=\"https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp\">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp</a>  (If link doesn’t work, type in your browser)</li>\r\n	<li>This season was one of the lowest in terms of police incidents in recent history.  The full end of season report will be published in the KIAA Fall Newletter, being mailed this month.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach end of season report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is receiving neighborhood impact letters from the Restorative Justice program from citations at East Cedar Lake Beach.  Fines can be waived if the cited writes a letter of atonement.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended October’s Lunch with Lisa.  The topic was the 20 Year Park Plan and it was covered in detail by Superintendent Jayne Miller and Board President Anita Tabb.  The Kenwood Park will not receive any funding from the 20 Year Park Plan as it is not a high priority park as determined by the Park and Rec Board.  Examples of criteria on how prioritization were assessed are Areas of Racially Concentrated Poverty, Populations of Color, Population Density, Youth Population, Asset Lifespan, and Neighborhood Density.  Kenwood Park will still receive its funding as part of the regular budgeting process.  Shawn learned that The Park Board will have approximately $11M of annual incremental funding via the city and park board levy.  Shawn also learned that if Minneapolis were to implement a $15 minimum wage, it would increase payroll for the Park Board by approximately $2.2M annually.  It was not clear how the Park Board would adjust the plan or mitigate the impact of that wage increase without affecting the 20 Year Plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:34 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 3rd, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood and Community Relations Department – Jack Whitehurst</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mr. Whitehurst represented the city for the annual board survey which the city is conducting.  The purpose of the survey is to gain demographic information on the makeup of city boards.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA encourages all residents of the neighborhood who would like to serve on the board regardless of demographic background.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion on Neighborhood Action Plan money status.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt presented an update on in/outflow of cash for the fiscal year, as well as a spending/income forecast through 2019.  Matt will present a financial report at each KIAA monthly meeting going forward.  This will allow for accurate planning on an annual basis going forward so expenditures can be prioritized.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be sending a survey to gain feedback on resident’s priorities to be addressed in the Neighborhood Priority Plan, which needs to be filed in November.  The survey was edited and approved to be sent.</li>\r\n	<li>The new warming house for Lake of the Isles winter skating area is still under consideration by the Minneapolis Park Board.  The new warming house is in concept stage.  Neighborhood associations may be approached to support it financially.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda Vallone from BeArtrageous is planning Thrill Kenwood, a successful Halloween party that has been held in the years past.  The board approved repeating a $750 contribution towards the event.</li>\r\n	<li>The Jim Gilroy memorial bench (former board member, deceased) has been installed and all who donated are appreciated.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA Fall newsletter is in process to be published by November.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA was informed by a MPRB tree inspector who visited the Rec Center corner that 7 diseased crab apple and trees will be removed. They will be replaced in Spring 2017 with 3 North Star Cherry trees and 4 Mont Royal plum trees, which are disease resistant with useful fruit for the public to eat.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nSeptember 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met September 12th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Dee Montgomery (Heritage Coalition).\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn moved for approval of the agenda, with the addition of Dee Montgomery’s topic, and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be September 28<sup>th</sup> at Opus Hall.  The topic is still being determined.  Lisa is always open to suggestions for topics for Lunch with Lisa, please contact her office with ideas.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale construction is still on schedule to be finished this fall.  Hennepin northbound will be open in the coming weeks.</li>\r\n	<li>The local government channels are changing as follows:  Comcast HD will be 799, and Standard Definition will be 14.  Century Link HD will be 8501, and standard definition will be 8001, Multilingual HD will be 8502, and standard definition multilingual will be 8002.</li>\r\n	<li>November 8<sup>th</sup> election early voting starts September 23<sup>rd</sup>.  There are 4 early voting locations in Minneapolis, please see the city website for more details.  Shawn Smith stated that the voting period was starting very early considering the first Presidential Debate is not until September 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Historic Marker Restoration Project – Dee Montgomery</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The centennial marker commemorating the establishment of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation will be restored.  The original boundary of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation included areas of Kenwood, and the marker that is being replaced is located on the southeast edge of Lake of the Isles.  The Heritage Commission has its own funds; tax dollars will not be used.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board advised Dee to consult with Native Americans to ensure that any concerns regarding the history and commemoration of Fort Snelling were heard.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is pushing for clarification and information with the warning bell and mitigation strategy at the 21<sup>st</sup> St crossing.  KIAA has requested involvement from Commissioner Marion Greene and expressed the need for her support on this issue with the Southwest Project Office.  There are concerns over the volume of the proposed wayside bell.</li>\r\n	<li>The Section 106 process is continuing now that the Memorandum of Understanding is executed.  This pertains to mitigation strategies for Grand Rounds eg landscaping, retaining walls, shoreline treatments, etc.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking continues to be an issue where patrons are parking too close to the alley, blocking driveways, too close to stop signs, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to explore signing solutions – parking is allowed at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Increasing neighborhood programming at the beach remains a KIAA focus.  It is part of the overall strategy to reduce crime and improve public safety.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that 35 kids came to the Play Space “pop up playground” and the strategy was successful.  The board approved a $25 increase to the funding to cover extra expenses.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reiterated the need to work on the Priority Plan Strategy, which will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.  Mike Bono, Matt, and Mark Brown will work on the subcommittee.  The CPP application is due November 10.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2016 Minneapolis Housing Resource Guide is published.  This is a resource for associations and homeowners.  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/\">www.minneapolismn.gov</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>A motion was approved to reimburse Deb Gilroy for $100 for the expenses related to placing a bench for former board member Jim Gilroy.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>By Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met July 11th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Chief Jason Ohotto and two of his officers, Jean Deatrick, and three neighbors.\r\n\r\n<strong>Opening Activities</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>No lunch with Lisa in July or August.  Please be sure to sign up for Lisa’s email list to get updates on construction, traffic, and event updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues.  The Hennepin/Vineland intersection will have major work done in July/August.  The overall project is on schedule for completion by November.</li>\r\n	<li>The variance at 2000 W 21<sup>st</sup> St was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting is open for the 2016 primary.  Election judges are needed this year.  Please call Lisa’s office to sign up to be a judge.  A mix of party affiliations is needed.</li>\r\n	<li>National Night out is August 2<sup>nd</sup>.  After July 19<sup>th</sup>, there is a fee to block off the street.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette expressed KIAA’s appreciation for the quality of the City of Minneapolis’s response to the FEIS, documenting the history and the issues within the project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Chief Jason Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Police reports written on park property at the beach declined from 48 to 31.  This is the second summer where there was a significant reduction in reports.  Chief Ohotto attributed the success to the positive programming and activities at the beach, as well as the increased park police patrols, some funded by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto recommended that neighbors that want to support safety efforts should call in issues to 911, and provide detailed, specific information, name and callback number.  Err on the side of calling 911 vs not calling when you see a negative impact to public safety.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown reported that the June 20<sup>th</sup> potluck at the beach was a great success with strong turnout.  The kids activities (face painting, spray chalk, cookies) were popular.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented ideas for longer term strategies, including boat racks, playground equipment.  Park and Rec Board financial support and fundraising will be needed.  A Community Action Committee will be formed.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt proposed an August Pop Up Adventure Playground as a new activity to pilot.  A motion passed to fund this event with up to $800 of NRP funds.  Engagement with the Kenwood School and neighboring association were identified as opportunities to increase participation.  Jeanette recognized Angie for getting the Kenwood School engaged in using the beach for educational opportunities.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed the idea of hosting a food or beverage cart at the beach on behalf of the neighborhood.  A motion passed for up to $200 to be spent from NRP funds for a KIAA/ECLB Patron Appreciation Day.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported on the June 13<sup>th</sup> FEIS public presentation by the Southwest Project Office.  Approximately 20 neighbors attended from Kenwood, CIDNA, and Loring Park.  On a positive note, the presentation summarized the 17,000 page FEIS effectively.  Unfortunately it was not tailored to the concerns of the Minneapolis segment of the corridor.  There continues to be a high level of concern over the ability of the tunnel to be built near Calhoun Shores Townhomes and the Kenilworth “pinch point.”</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the June 28<sup>th</sup> CAC meeting was cancelled, a consistent issue with many of the other CAC meetings which have also been cancelled in the past couple of years.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette communicated with the general manager of the Kenwood Restaurant to ask that employees park on Penn Avenue, and to help address the issue of patrons parking too close to alleys and driveways, and the issue of delivery truck restricting neighbor access to the alley.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie confirmed that parking for Downtown Kenwood businesses is permitted at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.  A “sandwich” board idea was proposed at a cost of $200 or for city signing or to paint the curb yellow to inform where and where not to park.  Noted for follow up between meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Mike Bono, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike and Matt outlined the plan to develop the 3 year plan as well as budgeting for the upcoming year.  It will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood, while also ensuring that current funding priorities can be maintained should funds be cut in the future.</li>\r\n	<li>New neighbor introduction:  Mikki Johnston and family</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will attend a Whittier Alliance Meeting on July 19<sup>th</sup> to understand the goals and strategies of that group.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie will follow up with Creative Citymaking regarding a video project opportunity, with a possible focus on ECLB.  KIAA would need to make a proposal to secure participation in the project, which is a competitive process.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>June 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 6th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters, Jack Levi.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Amanda Vallone, Jody Strakosch, Mark Holtey and two neighbors.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Board members conducted a brief introduction to begin the 2016-2017 term.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is complete for the season.  There will be a “Lunch with Lisa Field trip on Wednesday, June 29<sup>th</sup>, touring Givens Violins, which is a renowned repair business for cellos and violins.  If interested, please call Lisa’s office to book one of the two tours for that day.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues and has entered the paving phase.  Please contact Lisa’s office to be placed on an email list to receive weekly construction updates affecting the Twin Cities.</li>\r\n	<li>Sidewalk repair has come to Kenwood this year, part of a 10 year cycle.  White dots mark the sections that will be replaced.  Homeowners will be assessed $250-$400 per square for the repair.  Call 311 to discuss whether sections need to be replaced, or if they do not need to be replaced.  Please direct questions regarding how unique situations, such as tree root heaves, to 311.  All affected homeowners should have received a letter from the city; please refer to it for FAQs.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette volunteered to remain Chair; Larry volunteered to remain Vice Chair; Matt Spies volunteered to become Treasurer; and Shawn volunteered to remain Secretary.  Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt asked for resolution to relocate the KIAA bank accounts to US Bank.  Jeanette moved in favor, passed unanimously.  Matt asked for an additional resolution to transfer, check writing authority, opening accounts, deposits, and withdraw funds; from Ed Pluimer to himself.  Jeanette to be the second signatory.  Shawn moved, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette once again recognized Ed Pluimer for his years of service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Memorial Bench for Jim Gilroy – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie reported that $1550 has been donated to the Estate of Jim Gilroy for the purposes of a memorial bench on Lake of the Isles, near 21<sup>st</sup> St..  Jean Deatrick will send an e-blast as a reminder for any other residents that would like to contribute.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie moved that KIAA donate $300 towards the memorial bench to recognize Jim as a sitting board member at his death.  Funds will come from KIAA Money Market Account.  Approved unanimously.  As funds are in the account about to be closed, motion was approved to allow Ed Pluimer to write the check.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Financial Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is preparing a 2016-2017 balance sheet to ensure income and expenditures are clearly documented.  Mark, Larry, Matt, and Mike will form a finance subcommittee to inform a finance update at KIAA July meeting.  Motion approved to establish said committee.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies/Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda (from ARTrageous) shared that the Summer Solstice Party will be held at ECLB on June 20<sup>th</sup> from 6:30-8:30.  This will be a potluck event.  ARTrageous will provide henna, face painting, and a Creation Station for families.  The event will be cancelled in case of rain.  The event is open to all.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented a new proposal for a Pop Up Adventure Playground series.  Matt agreed to go renegotiate lower costs in order to run a pilot, vs investing in 3 events this year.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities including a Summer Solstice Potluck, Pirate/Mermaid Beach Party were identified for funding for $800.  A discussion was had regarding source of funds and how much to spend.  The board approved the expenditure unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda and Matt were approved to work together to spend up to $400 to place an ad in Hill and Lake Press to announce summer activities at ECLB.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  The CAC met in May.  Jennifer Munt stated that the Met Council would find funding to move ahead with SWLRT. The FEIS was reviewed; Nani Jacobsen recognized Kenwood for providing feedback that drove changes from the SDEIS to the FEIS.  Further, station art was approved for the West 21<sup>st</sup> St Station, which is what the Kenwood station will be named.  The next meeting will be June 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn has coordinated a meeting on June 13<sup>th</sup> for the Met Council to present the FEIS and take questions from residents.  This meeting was supported by the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn presented the FEIS draft and will circulate a soft copy to the board and Jody to be reviewed and approved as an action between meetings.  The deadline for submission is June 13<sup>th</sup> for any comments, and must be done in writing to the Southwest Project Office.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking at the Kenwood Corner continues to be a challenge, with visitors parking too close to the alley and to corners and blocking access.  Jeanette called the city to determine the cost of parking signs.  Action to be taken between meetings.</li>\r\n	<li>Kenwood Corner Raingarden Signage was approved as an action taken between meetings.  The Raingarden is now installed and the sign provides good information about the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  KIAA thanks Angie Erdrich for her work to beautify the corner.</li>\r\n	<li>Louise Erdrich is taking the space formerly occupied by Stephen Dean for a business to be announced shortly.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 9:10 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 11th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2016 KIAA 5<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> For the 5<sup>th</sup> year, KIAA had its annual meeting on May 2nd at Kenwood Corner, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> In attendance were seven KIAA serving board members up for re-election, one new member-elect, City Council Member Lisa Goodman, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Green, Minneapolis Parks Commissioner Anita Tabb, and approximately 100 neighbors.</p>\r\n The gathering began at 6PM.  The weather was great and everyone enjoyed Red Wagon Pizza and beverages, compliments of KIAA. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM.  There was a moment of remembrance for Jim Gilroy, KIAA board member who passed away suddenly in April.  Jim will be greatly missed; he was a kind and generous person, dedicated to improving our entire community.  The family has reserved a site for a park bench in his memory on Lake of the Isles.  Friends and neighbors who would like to contribute may do so.  KIAA Board Member Angie Erdrich will facilitate, please make checks payable to Minneapolis Finance Department, Memo “Jim Gilroy Bench” and mail to her at 2217 Oliver Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405.  A receipt will come from Minneapolis Parks, and the Gilroy family will receive a list of donor names.  Please submit donations by June 1<sup>st</sup> in hopes of installing the bench this summer.\r\n\r\nKIAA thanked retiring board member Ed Pluimer.  Ed has generously served on the board for over 20 years, most recently as Treasurer.  Our neighborhood is grateful for his energy and commitment.\r\n\r\nJeanette then stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year:  SWLRT work including work such as efforts to mitigate potential adverse effects to the neighborhood (if the project comes to pass), support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Raingardens from Metro Blooms, and positive programming for East Cedar Lake (Hidden) Beach.  The “Welcome Orioles” project – an environmental learning program for Kenwood School, co-sponsored with the Cedar Lake Park Association, received a shout-out from neighbors in attendance.\r\n\r\nJeanette introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to herself:  Jack Levi, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Matt Spies (Treasurer Elect), and Shawn Smith.  One new board member, Mark Brown was introduced.  Jeanette made the motion for re-election/election of the 2016-17 board, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\nKIAA would like to thank neighbors that supported KIAA financially at the gathering and throughout the year.  It helps us fund activities and keep our neighborhood strong!\r\n\r\nOther updates, action between meetings:\r\n\r\nThe 2015 KIAA Annual Report was approved by the board on April 28<sup>th</sup>.  The Annual Report is required by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program.  The report was prepared by Mike Bono with input from KIAA board members, and submitted by the 4/29 deadline.\r\n\r\nMatt and Julia Spies’s are requesting a variance for a remodel on their home.  As the Spies proactively partnered with their neighbors, KIAA supports their variance.  The variance will be reviewed at the Board of Adjustment meeting on June 9<sup>th</sup>.\r\n\r\nThere will be a Kenwood Neighborhood Rummage Festival of June 10-12<sup>th</sup>.  Please join your neighbors and plan a rummage sale during those dates!  If you are not able to have your own rummage sale, please consider donating to the Kenwood Elementary School Benefit Rummage Sale at the Kenwood Rec Center.   The rummage runs June 11 from 9-2PM. Donations can be dropped off at the Kenwood Recreation Center on June 10<sup>th</sup> from 4-6PM.  100% of proceeds benefit the Kenwood School.  Volunteers are needed to price goods, manage the sale, and haul goods to charity at 2PM on the 11<sup>th</sup>.  Contact Angie Erdrich to volunteer:  angie_sandeep@yahoo.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood.  If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us.  If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met April 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nVice Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies (Minutes), Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Jack Levi.  Absent:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith, Josine Peters, Jim Gilroy.  Also present:  Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\nUnanimous Approval of the Agenda\r\n<h1>City Council Update -  Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Upcoming Lunch with Lisas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>April 27  – Discussion with Made Here, the creative place-making initiative to fill empty downtown storefronts</li>\r\n	<li>May – Bill Leaf will talk about tourism master planning</li>\r\n	<li>June  – Field trip to Claire Givens Violin, premier violin reconstruction/repair; 40 people may attending in two groups of 20.  Contact Lisa’s office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping starting April 13 running through May 9</li>\r\n	<li>Yard waste pickup will begin in Kenwood on April 11</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa highlighted the state of the Hennepin/Lyndale Reconstruction Project road closures</li>\r\n	<li>On April 21, Board of Adjustment will be hearing variance for property at 2401 Sheridan Ave.  Adjacent residents will receive a notice in the mail by April 10<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa provided an overview of her and Council Member Barb Johnsons plan for the city to work with the Park Board to provide funding for neighborhood parks</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Gathering will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include a brief meeting:  the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association activities for the year.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lakes, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>As an action taken between meetings, the board approved the hiring of Red Wagon Pizza, and will be paid for by KIAA funds estimated at $1890.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong>2016/2017 Budgeting</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the merits and limitations of creating a budget for the 2016/2017 operating year.   The primary concern and is the complexity of the requirements for using various funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt Spies will coordinate an assembly of board members to explore ways to implement a framework for spending and raising KIAA funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board has indicated that they do not have capacity for an additional movie in the park for summer 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>An Oriole feeding station will be installed in Cedar Lake Park between May 3 – May 17 by Kenwood Elementary School students.  The project is sponsored by Birchbark Books.  Bird watching volunteers are needed.  Contact <a href=\"mailto:Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com\">Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>NOTE: The following information was approved to be added to the minutes by a motion taken after the meeting.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith (update provided in abstentia)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Since the March KIAA meeting, letters opposing the current SWLRT Kenilworth Plan were sent to Governor Dayton, Lt Governor Smith.  An aide in Governor Dayton’s office responded and assisted in getting a response from Adam Duininck, Chair, Metropolitan Council.  The letter thanked KIAA for our participation in the process and informed the following points:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Final EIS will be published in 2<sup>nd</sup> Quarter of 2016, and no other responses will be forthcoming until then.  In the EIS will be the answers to KIAAs (and others) DEIS and SDEIS responses.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a ten day public comment period</li>\r\n	<li>There will be no process for resolution of further concerns as this is not a part of the process of the National Environmental Protection Act process.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn expressed to the aide in Governor Dayton’s office that securing a form response from Mr Duininck was secondary to our concerns.  He asked for Governor Dayton to confirm that he was aware of and supports or does not support the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>That a derailment collision between an ethanol train and light rail train will be a significant danger to the community and Target Field.</li>\r\n	<li>That other less expensive and more flexible options for transit exist, including bus rapid transit</li>\r\n	<li>That the Chain of Lakes could be degraded due to pile driving</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is a defendant in a lawsuit over failure to disclose discussions of other routes</li>\r\n	<li>That ridership of an Uptown line would well exceed the current alignment</li>\r\n	<li>That projected ridership figures at 21<sup>st</sup> St Station are not credible</li>\r\n	<li>That there will be 22 hours of contiguous noise every five minutes in one of the quietest areas in Minneapolis</li>\r\n	<li>That not one low income neighborhood will be within reasonable walking distance of any Minneapolis station.</li>\r\n	<li>We asked for an appointment with the Governor.  There was no response.  Shawn waited ten days and said that because the Governor failed to respond, we would need to inform our constituents that our elected officials and the Governor are aware of the above controversies and find them to be acceptable.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Larry Moran at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is our Annual Neighborhood Gathering on Monday, May 2nd at 6 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner in front of The Kenwood and BeArtrageous. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org   </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> March 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 7th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi.  Also present Patrick Sadler, Pat Scott, Phil Nordberg, Laureen Carlson, Will Stensrud\r\n\r\nMarch Agenda was Approved Unanimously\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Patrick Sadler, Lisa Goodman’s Office</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Community Planning and Economic Development plan for both Ward 7 and the city were provided.  Any residents that would like a copy can contact Lisa’s office or go to the City Website.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be Noon, March 30<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall; the topic is Sister Cities of Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work continues on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Please contact Lisa’s office to receive email updates on construction closures.</li>\r\n	<li>The Workplace Partnership Meetings proceed to review sick time and paid time off policy.  A final recommendation is due March 16.</li>\r\n	<li>There are openings on multiple boards and commissions in Minneapolis.  Any interested residents can apply via the city website.</li>\r\n	<li>The Community Connection Conference is Saturday April 2<sup>nd</sup> at the Minneapolis Convention Center to kick off 3 Year Planning for Minneapolis 2040.  The public is invited.  Jeanette suggested that Lisa’s office post information to Next Door to ensure the 7<sup>th</sup> Ward is represented if nobody from KIAA is able to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Reduced pricing is being offered for rain barrels and compost bins.  <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>. The city will also have a limited number of trees available to residents for $25.  You can order a tree for your property beginning March 21, see <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Request for Support of Variance for Accessory Dwelling, 2401 Sheridan Ave S – Phil Nordberg and Laureen Carlson</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Phil and Laureen requested variance support from KIAA to be able to add a bathroom and categorize their garage as an ADU.  The overall footprint will not change.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is generally supportive.  The petitioners have not spoken to each neighbor but will be sending out notices to all neighbors within 300 feet.  Jeanette motioned to support the variances, contingent that neighbors are all informed and have no objections.  Motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is in the process of confirming the open swim, pop up playground, and other activities for Summer 2016.  Event schedules will be published in Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette signed the agreement for extra police patrols.  With the warm weather, Matt is working with Park Police to start patrols.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities are being coordinated with Kenwood School, including bird watching.  Volunteers are needed to lead school hikes in April and May, please contact Angie Erdrich at angie_sandeep@yahoo.com</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that since the last meeting, letters were sent to the FTA, Senator Klobuchar, Senator Franken, and Rep Ellison as KIAA continues to escalate neighborhood concerns over this project.</li>\r\n	<li>A letter was also sent to Governor Dayton and Lt Governor Smith, with copies of the letters sent to the State and Federal officials asking for his support in getting a meaningful response to neighborhood concerns, which are centered on the risks and ripple effects of co-location of SWLRT and ethanol trains.  His office responded with questions, and KIAA is preparing a communication to send back.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will invite Sophia Ginis from the Met Council to our April meeting since she did not respond to our March meeting invitation.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion that despite our concerns, planning moves ahead unabated.  All are encouraged to contact their elected officials if they have concerns over co-location, noise, vibration, cost, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA has been actively communicating neighborhood concerns to local, state, and federal officials.  Due to an overall lack of responsiveness to those, the board approved a motion to send communication to President Obama, which will represent the highest level of escalation, and likely final, that the board will take.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Meeting - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Annual Meeting will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association financials.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lake Press, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie, Josine, and Matt are researching options for food to reduce costs from last year.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Board Succession Planning - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         With Ed stepping down, KIAA will need to fill the Treasurer role starting May 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is actively seeking new board members.  We need neighbors that are willing to volunteer 3-4 hours per month either as a board member or support a subcommittee.  There are several board members that have served for a decade or more and are looking to retire.  We need your help to fill these positions to continue the level of thoroughness being delivered today.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is seeking a representative for the Green Zone work being done by the city.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 1st, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Meg Forney, Amanda Vallone, and Jody Strakosch\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be February 24<sup>th</sup>.  The topic will be the City Workforce Training and Equity programs on Job Training.</li>\r\n	<li>2431 22<sup>nd</sup> St W ownership has requested a historic review and may be requesting a variance to the board in the near future.  Neighbors are reminded that KIAA is typically notified of variance requests and can help navigate the process.</li>\r\n	<li>The city prefers that the SWLRT station be called “Cedar Lake Station.”  The Met Council has suggested that 21<sup>st</sup> St Station is not a clear indicator of the location of the station but has asked for input.  (KIAA hesitates to put forth a suggestion because KIAA does not support co-location of freight and light rail, but if KIAA were to have a preference it would be West 21<sup>st</sup> St.)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Closing the Gap in Our Parks - Meg Forney</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meg is looking for volunteers to work for a Citizens Group to get signatures to support a referendum on the ballot for “The Closing of the Gap” for funding of $15M/year for the next 20 years to implement repairs in neighborhood parks.  If residents are interested, please contact Meg or Anita Tabb at the Park Board.  Additional information is available on the Park Board website.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Funding Recommendation – Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The success at East Cedar Lake Beach to reduce crime was in large part due to the partnership between KIAA and the Park Police.  The recommendation from Chief Ohotto was to spend $5000 for 2016 vs $8000 spent last year.  Police reports were reduced from 101 in 2014 to 56 in 2015.</li>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to spend $5000 for additional police patrols at ECLB in 2016 and be active early in the season.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that two disbursements were made in January relating to SWLRT planning and the Metro Blooms project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Thrill Kenwood – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>This event raised $400 for The Bridge for Youth.</li>\r\n	<li>The 1<sup>st</sup> annual Rock Kenwood Dance Party will be held at the Rec Center on Saturday February 27<sup>th</sup> from 3-6PM.  There will be a DJ, contests, crafting, and more.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt recapped the recent committee meeting and the programming ideas for 2016.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log rolling and Open Swim are planned to continue in 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>New ideas include puppet shows, art activities, potlucks, and more.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is considering putting forth up to $2000 of additional funding for activities, and discussed how to engage neighbors that might be interested in donating funds to support the activities.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  Jody reported that the November and December meetings were cancelled by the Met Council.  In the January meeting, progress updates were shared by the project office.  Final environmental impact statement is due in April.  Civil construction will begin fall of 2016.  There will be 29 private properties impacted by construction in Minneapolis, primarily adjacent to the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported that some responses were received from correspondence to Minnesota Senators and Representatives on the Transportation Committees.  Some responded to take KIAA response under advisement, and some spoke in favor of KIAA’s position opposing co-location.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn brought a motion to continue to present KIAA’s position opposing co-location to FTA officials in the Chicago office that are working with the Met Council on the alignment.  The board unanimously approved to send a letter.  Shawn will circulate it as an action between meetings for board review and final approval.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette is working to identify a point of contact for the Restorative Justice Program, who would coordinate community service work for the people in the program.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA recognizes Stephen Dean and his long standing contributions to the neighborhood. Kathie Constantine shared that his tailoring business in Downtown Kenwood is expected to close at the end of March.  He kept the neighborhood looking good with the many fine seams, hems, and alterations he provided over his 40 years in business, and we wish him well in retirement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:46 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>January 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met January 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A body was found frozen in the ice in the channel between Lake Calhoun and Lake of the Isles on January 4<sup>th</sup>.  It is not known to be a crime related situation and there is no danger to the public.  Residents are encouraged to demonstrate caution before proceeding to go out on the ice, especially areas that are not designated for winter recreational use.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is on Wednesday January 27<sup>th</sup>, the topic is a preview of the 2016 state legislative session. Senator Dibble among other elected officials are expected to attend.  Please contact Lisa’s office if you plan to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale utility work continues.  Sewer work will be necessary on Vineland Place near the Walker and Sculpture Garden.  Construction updates and road closures are available via Lisa’s office in her email updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Residents are advised that there needs to be a minimum 5 foot clearance on either side of alleys and driveways.  Neighbors are having difficulties accessing driveways and alleys when visitors or residents are parked within 5 feet of one.  This has been a challenge particularly at Kenwood Corner.  If access is blocked, neighbors can call 311 for assistance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed updated KIAA that the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District paid KIAA for the 15 neighborhood Raingarden projects.  KIAA will in turn pay MetroBlooms with these funds, as well as the KIAA share of $1134, approved at the December Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Noise Issues</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Local businesses are advised to ensure that their garbage and recycling services are observing local noise ordinances.  Garbage and recycling are not to be picked up prior to 6AM.  We love our local businesses.  Neighbors observing violations are encouraged to speak to the business owner first, and if unresolved then take a photo of the truck and email KIAA or Lisa Goodman’s office and we will contact the refuse service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt updated KIAA that the next ECLB Committee Meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan 26<sup>th</sup> at 7PM at the Kenwood Community Center.  All are welcome.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will invite Park Police Chief Ohotto to the February meeting to start the dialogue on the strategy for the summer of 2016.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the SWLRT environmental impact statement will not consider impacts of freight rail changes in the Kenilworth Corridor funded by the project, according to a recent email from the Southwest Project Office.  These changes include moving the rail much closer to homes, upgrading the tracks, building a bridge across the Kenilworth Canal, and removing many trees and green spaces.  Further, although the SWLRT project will spend tens of millions of dollars to “co-locate” freight and light rail, the Met Council says it “is not making freight rail permanent” in the Kenilworth Corridor.  KIAA is concerned that the upgraded freight rail infrastructure could encourage more trains at higher speeds, and create additional noise and safety concerns.  KIAA believes the SDEIS is flawed because it does not treat freight as a permanent condition, and therefore adverse impacts are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the section 106 meeting on December 3<sup>rd</sup>.  Section 106 protects historic properties impacted by federally funded projects.  The Kenilworth Channel is protected by section 106.  With input by Michael Schroeder of the MPRB, a bridge design has been agreed upon and the historic WPA retaining walls on the east side of the proposed bridge are now under consideration.  A memorandum of understanding will be developed in the coming months, and KIAA will decide whether or not to sign it when the time comes.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn, on behalf of KIAA, contacted each member of the Minnesota Senate and House Transportation Committees to surface the board’s continued concerns with co-location.  KIAA asked that the $135M of the state portion of the funding be put on hold.  This is to be voted on in the upcoming legislative session.  KIAA maintains that in a time of increased concern over rail safety, co-location of light rail and ethanol trains will pose a continual and sustained danger to the Kenwood neighborhood should there be a derailment. and we remain opposed to co-location.  The Minneapolis City Council, knowing of this risk, has nonetheless approved co-location, so KIAA is appealing to the state level.</li>\r\n	<li>County Commissioner Marion Greene is planning a public meeting on Wednesday, February 3<sup>rd</sup>.  KIAA will post time and place to NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Angie Erdrich will post in Next Door Kenwood a notice to invite neighbors to determine interest for the MetroBlooms Raingarden program for 2016</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lake of the Isles Skating Party is Sunday, January 24<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:38 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>December 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 7th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Larry Moran, Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi, Josine Peters  Also Present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n<h1>Agenda was approved unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since November Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby composed a letter to the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee articulating KIAA concerns that the SDEIS had shortcomings.  These arise from Met Council’s decision to treat freight rail as an “existing condition.” However, the SWLRT proposes creating permanent freight rail infrastructure where only temporary rail exists, and SDEIS failed to properly consider the safety, environmental, vibration, noise, and economic impact of that decision with freight rail as an existing condition.  In the December meeting, KIAA members voted in favor of sending the letter prior to the CMC.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>December 9<sup>th</sup> is the final opportunity for residents to testify at the City Council meeting regarding the 2016 budget and taxes.  Lisa encourages residents to appear in person or email their city representatives to provide testimony and input on how residential tax revenue is generated and spent.  This meeting will be in the past by the time these minutes are published, however residents are notified well in advance of the annual hearing in their Truth in Taxation statements for future tax years.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January.  December 14<sup>th</sup> marks the annual December Later with Lisa event at the Normandy Inn.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work is continuing on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Infrastructure has deteriorated further than expected and the project is approximately 6 weeks behind.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa confirmed that a variance at 2432 Sheridan Ave S was approved by the city.  This was endorsed by KIAA at the November meeting.  KIAA will seek input as broadly as possible for future requests</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed provided prior the meeting a recap of monies received from KIAA members as well as November transactions (expenditures), and these were discussed in the meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>The source of the remainder of Rain Garden funding was discussed.  Jeanette moved to use money from the NRP neighborhood livability Phase II fund.  Passed unanimously.  Mike Bono agreed to ensure that all city requirements were met to utilize that fund.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Resolution regarding Jean Deatrick’s contract – Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jean’s contract is set to expire at the end of the year.  Jean supports KIAA with communication, publication of the minutes, announcements, reimbursements, and other administrative activities.  Mike moved to extend her contract under the same terms until December 31<sup>st</sup> 2016.  Ed seconded the motion.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies\r\n<h1>·         Matt is reaching out to the Park Board to align on proposed activities for summer 2016.  KIAA continues to work on ensuring ECLB will be able to be used safely by all residents.  There will be a public meeting in January to discuss 2016 strategies, date/time/place to be posted on Nextdoor Kenwood.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA increased funding in 2015 to support existing funding from the Park Board et al, and research will be done to understand how much funding will be in place from other sources prior to a KIAA funding commitment for 2016.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Discussion continued from the November meeting regarding engaging state and federal officials over ongoing concerns for rail safety as well as other unaddressed concerns.  KIAA will contact state level transportation bill conferees to raise the concerns before end of year, and then again as State Legislators go back into session in February.  KIAA will also contact Federal Transit officials in advance of final funding of the line to ensure that federal officials are aware of local concerns with regard to safety, environmental, noise, vibration, and economic adverse effects not sufficiently addressed in the SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Metro Blooms is asking if KIAA would be interested in partnering on Rain Gardens again in 2016.  Angie will inform them of KIAA interest, pending gauging neighborhood interest.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:33 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met November 2nd, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since October Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA sent a response to the SWLRT project office regarding SWLRT Section 106 meeting Sept 23<sup>rd</sup>, as it relates to concerns over the traffic study.  There is a discrepancy in the ridership numbers vs SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Variance Request for Peterson Residence, 2432 Sheridan Ave S</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Request made in person by owners to enlarge the structure, extending a less than six foot variance along the property line.  A second variance was requested to extend the garage by five feet closer to the street, which is still within the set back.  Angie motioned to support, Matt to second, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws, Articles – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed changes to KIAA bylaws to modernize them, having consulted with Robert Cooper of the City of Minneapolis legal department.  For example, serving information via email vs paper mail, yet preserving multi modal communication which would include an annual newsletter or mailings at the discretion of KIAA.  Ed moved that KIAA approve the rewritten bylaws which would then be filed with the state, and stored on KIAA’s website.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed then moved to change articles of incorporation to update the registered office of KIAA to the Kenwood Rec Center.  Matt seconded, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Gardens – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved to pay $1134 for KIAA cost share to Metro Blooms (or up to $1200 in case of minor variance in the final invoice).  The costs increased due to decreased participation due to untenable soil conditions or other issues that were not able to be mitigated.  Motion seconded by Jim, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>The raingarden at Kenwood Corner was paid for by the private donations and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  In order to finalize funding, a sign is needed.  The sign will be reviewed as action taken outside the meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         ECLB committee met in October to debrief the year and start planning for next year.  Residents that have ideas for activities for 2016 are encouraged to contact Matt Spies.  2015 saw a tremendous amount of success and KIAA is excited to build on this success but needs continued neighborhood engagement even if there was an increase in usage via activities and a decrease in criminal activity.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Engagement with Anita Tabb and the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board was also discussed as an offline action.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA discussed whether to continue to engage in SWLRT via writing letters to state and federal officials addressing co-location concerns in the Kenilworth Corridor as KIAA was unable to gain support at the city level.  Specifically, to petition state and federal officials to withhold funding due to continuing and increasing concerns over the danger of the co-location of ethanol trains and SWLRT.  Further action to be taken between meetings, but accountability of individual public officials will be the focus, specifically, their knowledge of the risks, and how they plan to vote, is the plan of action via written correspondence.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood general community update.  Jeanette will encourage CM Greene to have the meeting, KIAA will not formally participate.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:43 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 5th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich.\r\n\r\nOthers present:  CM Lisa Goodman, Marc Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), 2 other attendees\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The September lunch with Lisa had over 75 attendees to hear about the Nicollet Mall renovation.  At the October Lunch with Lisa Wed Oct 21<sup>st</sup>, to commemorate the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, State Senator Steve Simon will speak about the Voting Rights Act.  Room 334 of the St Thomas Law School.  All are welcome to attend, please RSVP in advance to Lisa’s office.</li>\r\n	<li>Fall street sweeping will start on October 20<sup>th</sup>.  Please watch for parking restrictions.  Social media will be used to communicate dates.</li>\r\n	<li>Cedar Lake Parkway will be repaved – from 394 to the BNSF bridge.  It will start October 19<sup>th</sup>, last 6 days, and be a complete closure.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding variances and tear downs.  Neighbors are encouraged to review variance proposals with KIAA board so the board can be aware of variance requests.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed attended to any previously discussed financial compliance and efficiency concerns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed that bylaws be examined and modernized.  For example, the bylaws state that minutes must be maintained in a book.  However, now electronic copies are preferred to minimize paper waste.  Also that 1<sup>st</sup> class mail is used for communications, and now electronic notice is more economical and more efficient.  There was also a discussion on how to document action (votes) taken outside of meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark re-requested funding from KIAA for a rechargeable sound system to be used for neighborhood programming, at a cost of $2200.  Motion to fund passed with two abstentions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Hennepin Lake Community Wine Tasting Fundraiser – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is selling tickets to the event which is being held on Wed October 28<sup>th</sup>.  Advance ticket sales benefit KIAA.  Please email Jeanette Colby; email is available on the KIAA website.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>It was noted that each member of the City Council, Mayor Hodges, and Peter Wagenius received a copy of the KIAA SDEIS with a request to require more information regarding mitigation, co-location, and construction concerns prior to granting municipal consent.  However, there was no response to KIAA from the Mayor or the Council and all city council members voted the same as prior municipal consent.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood Q/A meeting for any outstanding questions regarding the SWLRT project.  Jeanette and Shawn will post to Nextdoor Kenwood this opportunity to have a dialogue, to gauge neighborhood interest.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette outlined the finding to the Section 106 Traffic Study.  The finding in the study was that there would not be substantial changes to traffic near historic 106 properties.  The findings of the study appear to be inconsistent with the SDEIS statements regarding how many riders will use the 21<sup>st</sup> St Station and how riders will access the station.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will draft a letter to state and federal officials highlighting the danger of co-location of ethanol trains and high voltage LRT wires in the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Announcements/New Business – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee continues to meet monthly.  Meetings are posted to Nextdoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>Thrill Kenwood is Saturday October 24<sup>th</sup>, at 3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, November 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSeptember 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met September 14th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Park Police Chief Ohotto, Mark Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), Jean Deatrich (Hill and Lakes), and 6 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>September Agenda was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Recognition for Kathy Low for her participation in KIAA and to Larry Moran for Chairing KIAA for the past three years.</li>\r\n	<li>It was agreed that a November KIAA newsletter will be published and mailed.  Articles will be needed and will need to be sent to Jean Deatrich.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich led a discussion regarding the final cost of the Raingarden Project, which will be finalized at a future date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Bylaw and Finance Update – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that he will put together a list of proposed bylaw changes that were discussed at the July KIAA meeting to be submitted.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed gave an overview of committed and past spending as a follow up to the account balance update emailed prior to the meeting.  It was determined to maintain one KIAA account going forward, instead of two, and Ed named some follow up tasks that he would tend to in order to ensure KIAA is compliant with the city policy, and it was also determined to maintain a May 31<sup>st</sup> fiscal year end and coincide with the annual election of the KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark requested funding from KIAA for the replacement of 3 picnic tables and a sound system.  A vote was deferred until ownership of the space where the picnic tables is housed could be confirmed.  Additionally, it was suggested that the Rec Center request funding from the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto/Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Chief Ohotto shared that police reports for ECLB were 69 in 2015 vs 2014 last year.  Most reports were misdemeanors.  He attributes the reduction to Matt Spies and his task force and the community involvement at the beach, as well as concerned residents calling 911 when incidents occurred.  Chief Ohotto recommended continued KIAA-funded hours and activities moving forward.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Subcommittee Meeting is on October 13<sup>th</sup> at 7PM, Kenwood Rec Center.  Residents are encouraged to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Permit Parking was discussed as a deterrent.  There is a Next Door thread discussing a petition to request it to deter beach attendance.  KIAA in the past has recommended that this is not a viable solution to deter crime, however agreed that the SubCommittee should reevaluate this as a solution to ensure that any recommendation reflects current views.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Amanda Vallone - beArtrageous</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda on behalf of beArtrageous proposed some activities for ECLB for 2016.  Activities would be for residents of all ages:  potlucks, craft parties, coffee and sunset gatherings, etc.  Activities would be funded by CPP or participants.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda requested funding from KIAA to fund Thrill Kenwood on October 24<sup>th</sup>.  The activity is a neighborhood dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at the corner of Penn and 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Proceeds go to Bridge for Youth, and emergency Shelter for for 10-17 year old youth.  KIAA approved $800 to fund the event, about 40% of the budget.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>MPRB Ice Rink Warming Hut – Cliff Swenson/Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>MPRB is considering updating the warming hut (without disruption to the footprint or skating area) at Lake of the Isles and across other rinks in the park system.  MPRB is beginning the process of informing city boards about the redesign, and if the project moves forward there would be a community engagement process in the future.  Goal is to have the project done by Fall 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Jeanette Colby/Shawn Smith/Jody Strakosch</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody updated from the Community Advisory Committee, which met recently and the Project Office is proceeding as if they have full funding.  Jody asked that the key elements of the project be a standing topic on the agenda going forward, including co-location, noise, vibration, etc.  Meetings occur the 4<sup>th</sup> Thursday of every month.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette offered to contact County Commissioner Marion Greene to see if we would conduct a public hearing to ask questions.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA agreed to distribute the SDEIS response to additional public officials.  The purpose is to gain support to get answers to those questions posed in the response, submitted to the Project Office in July 2015, that have yet to be answered.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, October 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met July 6th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Lisa Goodman, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee and KIAA Board Member-Elect), Jean Deatrick, and 2 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby nominated Matt Spies to the board and his appointment was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City of Minneapolis Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be August 26<sup>th</sup>.  Topic is TBD and Lisa is seeking input on ideas of broad interest to the ward.</li>\r\n	<li>NextDoor Kenwood will be increasingly used by the city for announcements and crime alerts, so neighbors are encouraged to sign up for the site.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion regarding street paving and repair.  Lisa encourages neighbors to call 3-1-1 to report any potholes in need of fill.  Major repaving for roads in need of repair could result in a potentially significant tax assessment for property owners on the street repaired.</li>\r\n	<li>Because of the buffer zone around parkland, it was emphasized that feral cats are not allowed in much of the Kenwood neighborhood, and should be reported to animal control.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report/Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Year end financial recaps were circulated to KIAA board members prior to the July meeting.  The balance sheet will be attached to the CPP annual report to be sent to the city.  KIAA fiscal year runs from June 1 to May 31 due to the timing of the election of the board in May.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA bylaws have not been updated in several years.  Ed offered to chair a subcommittee to review where updates should be made to allow more relevant communication methods, eg allowing electronic communication vs by US Mail.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP Annual Report – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the KIAA 2014 CPP Annual report be approved and sent to the city, and the motion was unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Dinkytown Historic Commercial Preservation – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The city is voting July 10<sup>th</sup> regarding preservation of the Dinkytown business district.  KIAA will circulate the letter from the preservation group should Kenwood residents wish to show support.  KIAA will not file a formal support with the city but voted to send a statement to the City Council in support of the Marcy Holmes Neighborhood Association (Dinkytown) in its adherence to its neighborhood small area plan.  Small area plans are developed with broad community input and may put parameters on developers to preserve neighborhood history and aesthetics.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Uptown Neighborhoods Working Group (UNWG) – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Per UNWG request, Josine attended the recent meeting of the working group and will provide input into the decisions and discussions related to the Uptown neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Raingardens Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The installations of raingardens in Kenwood continue to have interest in the neighborhood and Angie will continue to provide input and updates to Metro Blooms and KIAA.  20 Residences are approved to be funded by Metro Blooms and KIAA.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log Rolling continues to be a popular event – future dates will be announced on NextDoor Kenwood.  Open Water Swimming, sponsored by YWCA, is rolling out this summer.</li>\r\n	<li>Pledges have been raised for $1350 to fund a pop-up Adventure Park, 3 events to occur this summer.  Matt requested $750 in funding from KIAA to reach the goal of $3000 and for a fund to be established to be administered by KIAA to house the funding as it is collected.  Jeanette so moved and the motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Crime and Safety – Chief Ohotto provided an update in advance of the meeting that crime is down from prior years.  There are still some incidents that have required police response but of less frequency and severity vs prior summers.  Ed Pluimer reminded the board that $8K was allocated for increased police patrols this summer.  KIAA will continue to evaluate the effectiveness of the expenditure.</li>\r\n	<li>The next ECLB subcommittee meeting will be July 14<sup>th</sup> at Kenwood Rec Center and will be published on NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Supplementary Draft EIS Response – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS response was submitted to the board for review prior to the meeting.  There was a general discussion regarding edits related to construction impacts, property values.  Angie moved to approve the response with amendments, and the motion passed unanimously.  The amendments to increase the focus on the response relating to construction short term impacts (noise, vibration, road damage).  The KIAA response will be submitted to the Met Council, and a response will be requested, by the July 21<sup>st</sup> deadline.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Investing in Neighborhood Parks/Closing the Gap – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Minneapolis Park and Rec Board is conducting neighborhood hearings through late September to discuss the current state of Minneapolis Parks and those in need of repairs that may have been deferred.  Please see the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board for dates on upcoming hearings.  You can also email <a href=\"mailto:closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org\">closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org</a> for information and input.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, August 3rd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>June 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 1st, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and Jean Deatrich, and 3 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in June or July.  The next will be August 6<sup>th</sup>, topic is TBD.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa is sending out a weekly downtown event and construction alert including sporting and arts events and street closures.  Future emails will include the reconstruction of Hennepin at Lyndale, Nicollet Mall Reconstruction, etc. Residents can sign up for the weekly Friday email by emailing Lisa’s office.  She is hopeful that the information will help residents and visitors get around town a little easier with all the construction and exciting downtown events.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Streets events are starting, sponsored by the city and the Bicycle Coalition.  There will be road closures and roads will be open to pedestrians and bikers.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.openstreetsmpls.com/\">www.openstreetsmpls.com</a> for more information.</li>\r\n	<li>With the warm weather approaching, residents are advised to keep garages and homes locked when not home.  This will deter crimes of opportunity.  Also, keep valuables out of sight in your car, and keep your car locked even when it is in your garage.  Residents are encouraged to call 911 if you see any suspicious activity.  This will help control crimes of opportunity.</li>\r\n	<li>The City and the Park Board advise to water trees regularly, and advise against pruning ash trees, which can spread the Emerald Ash borer.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update (ECLB, “Hidden Beach”) – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Activities are being planned to increase resident usage of the beach.  Activities will mainly be sponsored by a 3<sup>rd</sup> party, not the Park Board or City.  Matt will submit an article to Hill and Lakes Press with more information in an upcoming issue.</li>\r\n	<li>The first log roll was held on Saturday May 30th with about 25 attendees.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Lake Swimming is in the planning stages, similar Lake Nokomis Open Swim.  The intent is to give residents the opportunity to swim in open water for exercise and triathlon training.  Also for trained swimmers that do not have access to a pool.  The open swim events will be managed by the YMCA.</li>\r\n	<li>Other events are being planned, such as morning meditations, arts events, and more.  Announcements will be shared via the Nextdoor Kenwood website, so please sign up for the site for alerts on upcoming events.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is working to see if a sign can be secured to post at the entrance of the beach area announcing the schedule of activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is doing an amazing job leading the ECLB subcommittee and KIAA appreciates his dedication and effort to bring fun activities to ECLB for everyone.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low outlined the revised neighborhood priority plan that was drafted to direct activities and advise the expenditure of Community Participation Program funds.  Changes to the former plan were advised in response to a recent survey of residents and ongoing KIAA priorities.  Kathy did not seek re-election and was handing the work off to the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Included in the plan is SWLRT work, additional police patrols for ECLB, monthly newsletter, and neighborhood programming activities.</li>\r\n	<li>The final revised plan will be submitted to the city and put on record in the KIAA archives.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS is now published which reflects co-location of Light Rail and Freight Rail.  LRT Done Right is drafting a response to the SDEIS (Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement).  Jeanette Colby proposed that KIAA utilize the LRT Done Right as a foundation to the response for KIAA.  The responses are due by July 6<sup>th</sup> unless an extension is granted.  KIAA will draft a response representative of views expressed by residents and an evaluation of the SDEIS.  Any resident can review the SDEIS at <a href=\"http://www.metrocouncil.org/\">www.metrocouncil.org</a>.  Residents are encouraged to review environmental findings and mitigation plans and provide input to the Met Council directly.  The City of Minneapolis and Park Board are each planning to submit a response to the SDEIS in addition to those of LRT Done Right and KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to be involved with the Citizens Advisory Committee.  KIAA did not support co-location of freight and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor, but will focus the feedback on mitigation that is needed as determined by the board for safety, vibration, noise, light, and economic potential adverse effects on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of KIAA Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby was elected to Chair of the Board.  Ed Pluimer was re-elected as Treasurer.  Larry Moran was elected Vice Chair, to help oversee that transition of the position of Chair to Jeanette.  Shawn Smith was re-elected to Secretary.  The website will be updated by Jean Deatrich to reflect the officers for the next annual period.  It was noted that new members will be needed to continue the work of the board as some members have served for several terms and new resident participation is needed for succession planning.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2015 KIAA 4<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA had its 4<sup>th</sup> annual gathering on May 5<sup>th</sup> in Downtown Kenwood, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">In attendance were the KIAA board, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene, MPRB Anita Tabb, Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, 8 serving board members up for re-election, and approximately 80 neighbors.</p>\r\nThe gathering began at 6PM. The weather was great and everyone enjoyed complimentary Red Wagon Pizza and beverages provided by KIAA. Janet Hallaway from The Bridge for Youth was available to answer questions regarding her organization and to take donations. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM. He stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year: SWLRT work including work on the CAC and mitigation of potential adverse effects to the neighborhood, support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Movies in the Park, Kenwood Carnival, and the Skating Party. He also introduced Matt Spies, who leads the subcommittee working to address concerns over East Cedar Lake “Hidden” Beach. Angie Erdrich gave an update on the Raingarden to be constructed at Kenwood Corner in August 2015.\r\n\r\nLarry introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to himself: Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Ed Pluimer, and Shawn Smith. Larry made the motion for re-election, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood. If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us. If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> April 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">The KIAA Board met April 6, 2015, at Kenwood Rec Center.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Board Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Others present: Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and other Kenwood residents</p>\r\n\r\n<h1><strong>7th Ward Update - City Council Member Lisa Goodman </strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping on most north/south streets will be the week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; east/west streets and the remaining north/south streets will be the week of April 20<sup>th</sup>. Yard waste pickup begins week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; use compostable bags or yard waste containers.</li>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be on Wednesday April 29<sup>th</sup>. Olga Viso, Executive Director of the Walker Art Center, will give an in-depth look at the Walker’s $75 million renovation plans, including the Sculpture Garden and improvements to the hill and along Vineland Place. As usual, please arrive between 11:30 - 11:45 am to get lunch and a seat for the program.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa Goodman is also arranging a visit to the Minneapolis Emergency Operations Center the week of May 4<sup>th</sup> for interested residents. The Center was moved to Fridley and improved after the 35W bridge collapse. Space will be limited. Notice will be sent to anyone who is signed up for her regular notices by email. (Email her office if you would like to be added to her distribution list.)</li>\r\n	<li>Some qualified residents of CIDNA and Lowry Hill have volunteered to be on the Kenilworth Station Art and Landscape Committee that will look at station area design for some of the Minneapolis Southwest Light Rail stations. Selections will be made soon; contact Lisa Goodman’s office if anyone else is interested. KIAA expressed the strong interest in having this committee consider ways that the presence of a station could have a positive impact on problems at East Cedar Lake beach. Lisa Goodman thinks the committee will be focused only on the station design.</li>\r\n	<li>The owners of 1800 Lake/Knox project have stopped pumping water from the basement of the building into Lake Calhoun in accordance with the consent decree.</li>\r\n	<li>The City’s composting program has started; organics can be taken to drop-off sites listed at <a href=\"http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996\">http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996</a>. One of the drop-off sites is the South Transfer Station, 2850 20th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55407. Organics pick up will start in April 2016 for the Kenwood neighborhood. Homeowners will be charged for the service whether they sign up for pick up or not.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The East Cedar Lake Beach KIAA subcommittee recently met and also conducted an online survey. Survey results will be posted on NextDoor; there was interest in log-rolling, which could be once/week in partnership with the maker of synthetic logs who lives in the area, as well as point-to-point swimming across Cedar Lake. The Park Board indicated that they would be supportive of this swimming by providing a lifeguard and allowing this activity, which normally is prohibited.</li>\r\n	<li>The subcommittee discussed that the Park Police are best situated to determine when to deploy extra policing funded by KIAA. Josine Peters introduced a resolution to allocate an additional $3,000 (when added to the previously approved $5,000, for a total of $8,000) of remaining KIAA NRP funds to the Police Buy-Back contract with the City. Jack Levi seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Another idea for positive programming at the Beach is a canoe paddle derby. Jeanette Colby has confirmed the details for one KIAA-sponsored event for all ages: the Open Eye Figure Theatre Driveway Tour will be on Friday, June 5th at 7 p.m. at East Cedar Lake Beach. Residents are invited to picnic and enjoy an innovative puppet show. Jeanette Colby introduced a resolution approving $400 for the event; Kathy Low seconded and it passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Long-term solutions to the problems at the Beach were also discussed at the subcommitee’s recent meeting. Some of the Park Board’s ideas to be considered in the future include fixing up trails and constructing restrooms. <strong>The</strong> suggestion that a CAC be formed as a forum for discussing these kinds of changes was met with enthusiasm.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>SWLRT Discussion - Kathy Low</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy provided an update on the 106 review (environmental review process re: adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties in the neighborhood). KIAA continues to use the PVN consulting firm to assist in our role as consulting party in this process. Kathy proposed a resolution to approve a contract with PVN for 2015 and to add $2,000 to the contract with the City using Neighborhood Priority Plan funds to cover this cost. The consultant will discuss with KIAA what scope of work is requested for each future meeting. It is possible that CIDNA will share in the cost of the consultant’s time to prepare and attend meetings<strong>.</strong> The motion was seconded and carried unanimously. Kathy will attend the next 106 meeting on April 22<sup>nd</sup> and KIAA will seek a new representative for future meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>KIAA Annual Gathering – Angie Erdrich, Ed Pluimer</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> outside the downtown Kenwood businesses on West 21<sup>st</sup> Street beginning at 6 pm. BeARTrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Ed proposed a resolution to allocate $100 each to help with expenses those two businesses will incur as well as funds to cover other KIAA expenses for supplies for the event. Kathy Low seconded and the resolution passed unanimously. Delicious individually-prepared pizza will be prepared on site by Red Wagon Pizza. There will be a brief presentation by Chair Larry Moran at 6:30 describing KIAA activities. The 2015-2016 KIAA board will then be elected: new board members are needed and encouraged to attend. Last year was a huge success and all residents are welcome. Donations to the Bridge for Youth will be accepted.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:25 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, May 4th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on 21<sup>st</sup> Street in front of the Kenwood businesses as described above. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident in each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kiaa55405@gmail.com.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met March 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee), Dr. Eric Larson, and 6 other attendees and neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>No Update this month</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto provided an update on how KIAA funding was utilized in the summer of 2014 beach season. A total of 93 hours were utilized by park police for a budget cost of $6084, over the authorization of $5000 by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Most offenses at ECLB are due to narcotics and alcohol. Submitted for the minutes was a 10 year recap of police reports. 2014 had 101 reports written (not necessarily arrests)</li>\r\n	<li>Chief would like to continue to have “buy back” patrols in 2015 and to have funding in place before June for proactive presence at the beach. The Chief’s recommendation was to have an officer present from 11AM till 4PM on scheduled days (from buy back funding), so as not to double up coverage that is regularly scheduled after 2PM till 10PM, based on availability. He also recommended the board reach out to the 5<sup>th</sup> Precinct City Attorney for partnership in increasing awareness of repeat offenders. Further, to reach out to Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams for support.</li>\r\n	<li>Preceding the recommendation of the Hidden Beach task force, which will be provided to KIAA later in March, Jeanette Colby made a motion to authorize $5000 initially pending the recommendation of the committee (to be finalized March 17<sup>th</sup> at the rec center at 6:30, public welcome) and to be revisited at a later date in case extra funding is needed due to ideas that come from the task force. Josine Peters seconded. Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Larry Moran provided an update from the Community Advisory Committee meeting (Jody Strakosch is the neighborhood CAC representative), which occurs the last Tuesday of each month. Topics included Development Reviews, Community Works, and Design and Engineering. The primary issue was the SDEIS which will be delayed until late Spring or early summer, or later. This is important as SDEIS would speak to the environmental impact of co-location of freight and LRT in the Kenilworth Corridor with a single tunnel. Once complete, the public will have a 45 day period to comment.</li>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low provided an update on the 106 review (adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties). In December, KIAA sent a letter outlining concerns on this topic. MnDot agreed to expedite traffic studies to assess impact of project. It remains unclear what, if any, mitigation will be done to mitigate potential adverse impacts on historic properties. Motion carried unanimously for Kathy Low to send the letter regarding KIAA position on the channel. Motion also carried unanimously to authorize an additional $500 to pay the consultants PVN to help KIAA prepare a response letter to the most recent 106 consultation meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>Dr. Eric Larson, neighbor, addressed the board regarding the transportation of flammable liquids through the Kenilworth Corridor alongside SWLRT. He sent a letter to Fire Chief Fruetel asking him to explore the inherent danger of, and a plan to manage and mitigate the damage in the event of a spill or fire resulting from an ethanol train accident. Construction of the shallow tunnel will occur 12 feet from the freight rail track. Motion carried unanimously to endorse the letter.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn Smith made a motion to update, sign on behalf of KIAA, and send a letter to Senator Dibble recapping the discussion on outstanding questions on SWLRT from the last two meetings, to outline where information is needed and outstanding concerns that are not addressed. Seconded by Josine, carried unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Sculpture Garden Renovation – Josine Peters (minutes addendum)</h1>\r\n<strong>Statement:</strong>\r\n\r\nAs part of the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden renovation, the Walker Art Center will temporarily remove most sculptures. Many will be in storage, but others will be on short- or long-term loan to a number of Twin Cities institutions so that the public can still enjoy them during the construction project. The Walker is still in conversation with these potential partners and is identifying particular works for relocation. No official decisions have been made.\r\n\r\nOne thing we know for certain is that the Frank Gehry <em>Standing Fish</em> will be relocated from the Cowles Conservatory in order to reimagine that particular space. A formal announcement will be made in early 2015 announcing the relocation of specific artworks and their locations.\r\n\r\nMore information can be found on Minneapolisparks.org. Search under “current projects”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Carnival</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Motion carried unanimously to authorize $750 Kenwood Carnival.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> in front of the Kenwood Restaurant, 6-7:30. BeArtrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Food will be Red Wagon Pizza. New prospective board members are welcome. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Volunteers are Needed for Earth Day Cleanup.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meet on Saturday, April 25<sup>th</sup> at the Kenwood Rec Center. 9:30-noon. More info to come in April.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>February 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met February 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; 4 neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1>Lunch with Lisa on Feb 25<sup>th</sup> and the topic is TBD at the time of this meeting. There will be a communication shortly to provide interested residents the time, place and topic. The last lunch was well attended with a speaker from the Youth Homelessness Initiative.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There is a wrecking permit pulled for a residence at 2536 Upton S for a replacement house.</li>\r\n	<li>Property valuation notices for 2015 have been mailed to residents. If residents would like to have a review for equalization of their property value, it must be done at this time. If you believe your property is not correctly assessed, please refer to the City of Minneapolis website for instructions. You will need to pull your own comparative properties and submit an application for review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update, Section 106 Review (potential affects of SWLRT on historic properties) – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that the next SWLRT section 106 consultation meeting is 2/6. KIAA will attend the meeting along with the other consulting parties; SWLRT project staff, the State Historic Preservation Office, City of Minneapolis, the Park Board, CIDNA, and others. This meeting concerns solely the impact on the historical Kenilworth Channel crossing. Adverse effects on neighborhood historic properties from construction as well as operation of the trains and related traffic will continue to be the top focus of KIAA at future 106 meetings. Jeanette Colby motioned to approve $500 for the KIAA retained consultants Preservation Design Works to attend the meeting, Josine Peters seconded. The motion was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a follow up discussion led by Larry Moran regarding the need for specifics from the SW Project office for what to expect in 2015 on the project to be able to inform residents and how best to obtain that information. Suggestions that were made would be finalized after the meeting as a follow up but included contacting representatives to request their attention to any concerns that are not being addressed.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Larry Moran</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA task force is continuing to work on solutions for the 2015 beach season. The importance of continuity was stressed for a neighborhood strategy to address neighborhood concerns regarding the beach. If KIAA funds extra park police patrols in 2015, KIAA would work with funding recipients to align on how the money would be spent, and would look to include Chief Ohotto and Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams in the conversations. Jack Levi to follow up with Kathy Williams for an update from the task force on long term strategies and next steps.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> January 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 5, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Vice Chair Mike Bono called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; Dan Pennie, Anne Carayon, Dylan Thomas (SW Journal), Jean Deatrick (Hill and Lakes Press), Bruce Brunner, Donna Minter, Jody Strakosch\r\n\r\n7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman\r\n<h1><em> </em>Lunch with Lisa on Jan 28<sup>th</sup> will feature a Youth Homelessness speaker. RSVP to Lisa’s office is appreciated.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>SWLRT. There will be CIDNA, KIAA, Bryn Mawr, and Cedar Lake Park Association representation on committees regarding the W 21<sup>st</sup> St and Penn Ave stations. The city is seeking individuals with landscape architecture experience to serve on the committees and give input on environmental mitigation and remediation strategies.</li>\r\n	<li>A CIDNA homeowner described damage to homes on Sunset Blvd from the recent Met Council sewer reconstruction project. The Met Council and its contractor have not satisfactorily addressed the homeowners’ property damage claims according to the testimonial. Kathy Low brought forth a resolution for discussion, similar to one recently passed by CIDNA, requesting that the Met Council revise processes to resolve damage disputes and compensate property owners who suffer damage due to Met Council projects, especially in light of the proposed SWLRT construction. Discussion on how to engage state and city leadership is an issue that is common to neighborhoods at risk of damage by construction, for the agenda of a January 21<sup>st</sup> meeting. Kathy Low moved for approval of the resolution. Jeanette Colby seconded. Unanimously passed and final version was published to KIAA post-meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that on 1/7 the Park Board will vote on two resolutions – 1) request approval of funding to complete a study of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel for SWLRT 2) a letter to the FTA stating that input from the Park Board has not been duly considered (note: the Park Board subsequently voted to approve these motions in the 1/7 meeting). In the board’s materials for discussion is the KIAA Section 106 letter (which is in regard to the adverse effects of construction on historic districts or properties). This letter was approved between KIAA monthly meetings. There was a general discussion regarding upcoming opportunities for neighborhood input, potentially coordinating input with CIDNA and Cedar Lake Park Association, and the reliability of the funding for above mentioned mitigation strategies.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Property Resolution – Kathy Low</h1>\r\nHidden Beach Committee\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike Bono surfaced the discussion of the formation of a KIAA committee to proactively handle concerns for Hidden Beach. The committee chair description was developed by Chair Larry Moran prior to the meeting and was reviewed by the board members present. Angie Erdrich offered to get input on the draft description from Kathy Williams and the Hidden Beach committee she chairs currently.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nKIAA Annual Gathering\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The date of the Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. Preparations are underway and more details are to come. All neighbors are encouraged to join in the annual celebration of our neighborhood, and participate in the election of the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nRain Gardens\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich shared that 20 residents had applied for raingardens. A huge win for the</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>The Rain Garden grant is through Metro Blooms.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Addendum:</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The City of Minneapolis Public Works Department, after consultation with the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board, is working with a contractor to install a temporary diversion of the stormwater system from an outfall pipe in the Lagoon (between Lake of the Isles and Lake Calhoun) to the north shoreline of Lake Calhoun.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWork on the installation begain last week and is expected to be completed by January 16.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Mike Bono at 8:39 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<table width=\"640\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"9\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"4\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n&nbsp;','KIAA','','inherit','closed','closed','','1607-revision-4','','','2017-10-02 12:46:18','2017-10-02 17:46:18','',1607,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/10/02/1607-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(1223,2,'2015-06-24 17:00:53','2015-06-24 22:00:53','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2015 meetings will be held on July 6, September 14, October 5, November 2, and December 7.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-126','','','2015-06-24 17:00:53','2015-06-24 22:00:53','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/06/24/240-revision-126/',0,'revision','',0),(1617,2,'2017-10-02 13:57:08','2017-10-02 18:57:08','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(click on a topic below to view)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#what\">What is KIAA?</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#message\">Message from KIAA Chair</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#listing\">Listing of Board Members</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#join\">Join a Committee</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#support\">Support Our Neighborhood</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#minutes\">KIAA Board Meeting Minutes</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Bylaws_2011.pdf\">KIAA bylaws (click for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-EEO-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA EEO Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-ADA-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA ADA Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/KIAA-Grievance-Procedure1.docx\">KIAA Grievance Procedure</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"what\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>What is KIAA ?</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Isles Area Association</strong> <strong></strong>is a volunteer organization of Kenwood residents who, since 1962, have worked together in a collaborative effort to address issues and matters related to maintaining and improving the quality of life in our neighborhood. The neighborhood-elected Board of Directors generally meets the 1st Monday of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. These meetings are open to the public. The topics of discussion include:\r\n\r\nA City Council update from Lisa Goodman, our City Council representative\r\n\r\nA Treasurer’s report\r\n\r\nCommittee updates\r\n\r\nOther neighborhood updates/news\r\n\r\nWe invite you to attend our meetings and to become involved in the neighborhood by joining the Board or serving on one of our committees: Communications, Crime and Safety, Events/Special Projects, Light Rail Transit (LRT), Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP), and Zoning.\r\n\r\nWe also invite you to participate in our neighborhood events which include:\r\n\r\nThe City of Lakes Loppet and neighborhood skating party in late January/early February\r\n\r\nOur annual neighborhood meeting in May\r\n\r\nSpecial events in Kenwood Park during the summer\r\n\r\nThe Twin Cities Marathon in early October.\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA Mission Statement</strong> – To build a strong community in the Kenwood-Isles area by providing leadership, information on local matters, and a forum for issues resolution.\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Mascot</strong>, Egret (Why the Egret you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Color</strong>, Red (Why red you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\"><img title=\"egret-red\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"448\" height=\"261\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"listing\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Shawn Smith (Chair)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Larry Moran (Vice Chair) </strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Jack Levi (Secretary)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:jack@levicapital.com\">jack@levicapital.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Matthew Spies (Treasurer)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>matthew.spies@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Michael Bono</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:mbono@brocade.com\">mbono@brocade.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Mark Brown</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:pluim2020@aol.com\">M</a>ark@AcceleratedInnovations.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong><a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><a href=\"mailto:angie_sandeep@yahoo.com\">angie_sandeep@yahoo.c</a>om\r\n\r\n<strong>Carl Goldstein</strong>\r\n\r\ncarl@wordsonfire.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Kyle Leier</strong>\r\n\r\nKyleier@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeremy Nichols</strong>\r\n\r\njsn@umn.edu\r\n\r\n<strong>Will Stensrud</strong>\r\n\r\nwillstensrud@gmail.com\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div><strong>Join a Committee</strong> – The <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> would love to have more neighborhood participation on our standing committees. We need your ideas on how to make the <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> even better and more relevant to everyone in the neighborhood. Any one who lives or owns property in the Kenwood neighborhood is eligible to join. If you are interested in participating, please contact any of the committee members listed:</div>\r\n<table width=\"810\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Communications </strong>(Chair is vacant) –This committee works toward better communication among neighbors, KIAA Board members, and other organizations and entities. It also works to promote the Kenwood neighborhood.Responsibilities include:</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Publishing the semi-annual KIAA newsletter and monthly e-newsletter</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the KIAA web site</li>\r\n	<li>Creating/maintaining the neighborhood welcome kit</li>\r\n	<li>Developing communication materials and methods</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the neighborhood e-mail distribution list</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong> Chair is Mark Johnson – <a href=\"mailto:mjruns26@gmail.com\">mjruns26@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee works to promote safety in the Kenwood neighborhood.Goals include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Keeping the community safe</li>\r\n	<li>Educating residents about safety issues</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating information about crimes in the area in a timely and accurate manner</li>\r\n	<li>Recruiting block leaders</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining a relationship with the Minneapolis Police Dept. and Crime Prevention Specialist</li>\r\n	<li>For more information or to subscribe to the quarterly e-newsletter for our precinct (the 5th) visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>or text SPOTLIGHT to 22828.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Events/Special Projects</strong> Chair is Amy Lucas – <a href=\"mailto:amylucas@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">amymlucas@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee plans neighborhood events and works with the Kenwood Recreation Center staff and other neighborhood associations to co-sponsor events. It also addresses issues of current interest to neighborhood residents and ensures KIAA representation on community task forces.Some of the annual events coordinated by this committee are:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Skating party</li>\r\n	<li>Earth day/community cleanup day</li>\r\n	<li>Neighborhood Annual Meeting</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>LRT</strong> Chair is Jeanette Colby – <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\" target=\"_blank\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\nHennepin County and the Met Council are planning a light rail line (SWLRT) between Eden Prairie and downtown Minneapolis that would run along the Kenilworth Trail through the Kenwood neighborhood. KIAA has taken an active role in advocating for high design standards and mitigation that protect our parks and neighborhood.Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Attending community meetings</li>\r\n	<li>Drafting resolutions</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with the KIAA Board and neighbors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong></strong><strong>NRP </strong>Chair position is vacant\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as liaison with the Minneapolis Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) and with the new Minneapolis Neighborhood &amp; Community Relations (NCR) Department.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Management of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Solicitation of neighborhood projects to be recipients of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Completion of required paperwork</li>\r\n	<li>Development and implementation of our NRP Phase II plan</li>\r\n	<li>Communication with NRP staff and neighborhood activists citywide regarding NRP matters</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and written materials required by new Minneapolis NCR Department</li>\r\n	<li>Frequent updates regarding NRP and Minneapolis NCR/NCEC matters at KIAA Board meetings</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Zoning</strong> Chair is Larry Moran – <a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as the liaison between neighborhood homeowners seeking variances or conditional use permits and the KIAA Board.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Responding to neighbor’s questions regarding neighborhood zoning rules</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating the variance or conditional use permit process to neighbors</li>\r\n	<li>Meeting with neighbors to review any variance or conditional use permit requests</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with Minneapolis zoning and planning officials</li>\r\n	<li>Presenting requests for variances or conditional use permits to the KIAA Board</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"support\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Support Our Neighborhood – </strong>Your membership helps<strong> KIAA</strong> support neighborhood projects and events. Click on the link below to download a PDF of the membership form, then print out the form:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?attachment_id=113\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-113\">KIAA_Membership form (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform.gif\"><img title=\"KIAA Membership Form\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform-150x150.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>September 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong></p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKIAA Board met on 9/12/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Angie Erdrich, Kyle Leier, Will Stensrud. Directors absent: Mike Bono, Carl Goldstein, Mark Brown, Jeremy Nichols.  Also present: Councilmember Lisa Goodman, Jake Warner, Jean Deatrick.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the “60% design review regarding Peavey Plaza”. One of the decisions made so far is that there will be no public restrooms at the Plaza, but the MN Orchestra will be providing a restroom for the public.</li>\r\n	<li>In October, the Superbowl committee is giving out $100,000 and organizing lots of kids’ activities.</li>\r\n	<li>October street sweeping: the City is looking at a 4-5 week window. Date for starting has not established yet.</li>\r\n	<li>The Mayor delivered the budget today. Details at: <a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/mayor/news/WCMSP-204780\">http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/mayor/news/WCMSP-204780</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ol start=\"1\">\r\n	<li></li>\r\n</ol>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis early voting date is September 22, 2017</li>\r\n	<li>So far, 45,000 households signed up for organic recycling in Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>The Graves Foundation is proposing a facility near Hennepin &amp; Franklin for affordable youth housing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Thrill Kenwood, Clothing Swap &amp; other topics  - Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n\r\nThrill Kenwood will happen again this year, and $2,150 is needed for the budget. Shawn asked that KIAA approve a $750 contribution. The motion was approved by KIAA, unanimously.\r\n\r\nKenwood neighbors have expressed an interest in holding a clothing swap.  Angie Erdrich requested the KIAA sponsor this activity, as it is an opportunity to both support re-use and build community.  It could be held at the Kenwood Rec Center for a $75 room rental fee.  The board unanimously approved a $75 expenditure for this activity. Funding was supported as it ties to KIAA neighborhood priorities to build more neighborhood connections at the Rec Center.\r\n\r\nKIAA approved up to $300 to sponsor a Ward 7 candidate forum.  Funding will come from NRP money where expenses qualify for reimbursement. The forum will be at the St Paul Episcopal church on Sept 28 at 7pm.\r\n\r\nThere is a shortage of election judges this year; everyone is encouraged to apply for the vacancies.\r\n\r\nThere will be a modified grievance policy regarding KIAA and all other neighborhood associations. This means that, if someone objects to the way an association allocates funds, they can bring a grievance. More information on this will be available shortly.\r\n\r\nLouise Erdrich/Birch Bark Books new additional location update: Still being renovated; it will be an extension of the book store; there may be some other social activities there.\r\n\r\nMany neighborhoods do Happy Hour gatherings; should KIAA do something like that? At Bockley Gallery? TBD.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>How to make Cedar Lake a Better Place – Jake (Ron) Werner</strong>\r\n\r\nJake Werner came prepared with a slide presentation to make a case for a more orderly, better groomed area all around Cedar Lake. Jake would like to see funding for a paved path around Cedar Lake and removal of downed trees and invasive Buckthorn. The scope of the Lake goes beyond just Kenwood; it involves two other neighborhoods and therefore coordination with them is important.\r\n\r\nThis discussion arose in the context of ideas for possible structural changes at East Cedar Beach that could lead to a safer and more welcoming environment for everyone.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>Will Stensrud</strong>: The sauna in the application process; it will no longer be a summer-end activity, but the process is on track for a later opening; Will continues to talk to them to see where things are at.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hidden Beach – Jack Levi</strong>\r\n\r\nJack and Will talked about having the Shakespeare in the Park Series at East Cedar Beach (in addition to the existing locations). More ideas for Hidden Beach activities are encouraged and they should be brought to the KIAA board meeting next month for discussion or emailed to Will Stensrud, East Cedar Beach Committee Chair, <a href=\"mailto:willstensrud@gmail.com\">willstensrud@gmail.com</a>.  The East Cedar Beach committee will begin planning for next year this fall, so activities will be ready as soon as the weather warms next spring.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:37 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on October 2, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 7/10/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center<ins cite=\"mailto:Lucas%20Lucas\" datetime=\"2012-07-16T18:56\"></ins></p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Absent:  Mark Brown.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the  “50% design regarding Peavey Plaza”</li>\r\n	<li>The Penn/Oliver reconstruction project continues; the Penn Ave S setback has been approved. You can go to the Penn Oliver website for more information. Hard finish will be before 8/25/17, before school starts</li>\r\n	<li>The home on 2431 W22nd St is a potential teardown: No news yet regarding this property</li>\r\n	<li>Aug 1, 2017 is National Night Out: Permit application is by July 18<sup>th</sup> to avoid $100 fee.</li>\r\n	<li>Kmart on Lake St: The City is thinking about alternative locations for KMart. The City owns the land and building and the lease expires in 2050. Kmart’s demands are currently not acceptable to the City, so there is a deadlock for now on negotiations.</li>\r\n	<li>Regarding the 35W reconstruction: Starting in August, Interstate 35W will be under construction between I-94 in downtown Minneapolis and 46th Street. Bridges across 35W will be repaired or reconstructed.</li>\r\n	<li>The Pirate Mermaid event is on July 15 1-3pm. Need help with pirate booty and lemonade; Jeanette has offered to help.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a photo area for families to take pictures</li>\r\n	<li>Has KIAA done a neighborhood walking tour? Amanda thinks it would be a good idea. She will propose something.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake event – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The family event that took place in June resulted in commotion at the beach. The police presence diminished after that.  Then, another day following this commotion, there was a fight at the beach, followed by confrontation between the beachgoers and the police.  Following these events, KIAA met with the police; Matt sent a memo to the KIAA Board regarding this meeting with the police 2 weeks ago.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding encampments at Hidden Beach (as well as around South Minneapolis).</li>\r\n	<li>Ron wants to go over photos for ideas regarding paths for walking around the Hidden Beach area, as well as other parts of Cedar Lake. KIAA would like to hear his ideas and then form a committee to steer ideas into reality.</li>\r\n	<li>South Cedar Beach will be re-designed as a result of a private donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>John Peterson</strong>\r\n\r\nThis organization makes saunas available by bringing the sauna to the public. It is a mobile sauna 20X8 ft. John was referred to the park board to obtain a permit.\r\n\r\nThe company is now a coop and they are trying to expand. They currently have 141 members.\r\n\r\nJohn would like to do an event in August 2017 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nJeanette raised the issue that beach goers should be invited to make reservations, not just Kenwood residents. In general, the KIAA board that this would support the KIAA objective for positive programming at the beach.\r\n\r\nThe Motion for sauna operation at Hidden Beach by Will was approved by all.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\nMatt gave a KIAA financial report covering current account balances and monthly financial activity.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>2017 Neighborhood Priority Plan– Mike Bono</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe following was approved by the KIAA Board today:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) is participating in the Community Participation Program (CPP) for Minneapolis neighborhood organizations. CPP is a city program designed to give residents and property owners the power to improve or maintain their own neighborhoods and direct city resources to fit their needs.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe goal of Neighborhood Priority Plans is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners. Neighborhood Priority Plans must be developed and adopted through a thorough neighborhood participation process. The plan identifies preliminary neighborhood priorities (as identified by the neighborhood) and potential partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the result of the neighborhood survey, KIAA proposes to use its Community Participation Program funds allocated to the Neighborhood Priority Plan as listed below:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n1) Support community outreach and consulting services related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n2) Provide funding for landscaping around Lake of the Isles and for spreading awareness about preserving Cedar Lake Park.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n3) Provide funding for increased crime prevention and safety activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n4) Support the Kenwood Recreation Center, Kenwood School, and local businesses with funding for programming activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n5) Continue to fund a resource to assist KIAA with its communication efforts.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSpecifically, the proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan would include but no be limited to:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Supporting cooperative efforts with surrounding neighborhoods and organizations to minimize negative impacts on the Kenilworth trail as a result of the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Provide funding to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Continuing annual support of additional police patrols at East Cedar Lake Beach and other crime prevention activities such as increased police patrols in the alleys.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Contracting for part-time help to continue the monthly e-newsletter, and other communication efforts including developments regarding LRT.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Providing funding for educational programming and social activities with Kenwood School</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on September 11, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a>June Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met June 5<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</strong></p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1>Highlights from the KIAA Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Annual Gathering was held on Monday May 8<sup>th</sup> (rain date)</li>\r\n	<li>Total attendees were approximately 100.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2017-2018 board was elected, including 3 new board members (Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein).  Josine Peters stepped down, and we thank her for her service.</li>\r\n	<li>Speakers included Louise Erdrich regarding the renovation of the former Stephen Dean’s Tailors space, and Deb Pilger from MPRB regarding goats at Hidden Beach.  MetroBlooms and Hennepin County Recycling set up information tables.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction utility and roadwork is beginning.  The work will be completed by early fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Lunch with Lisa Field Trip will happen June 21<sup>st</sup> at 11:45AM.  You can choose from an Arts Tour of the Sculpture Garden, or a Hard Hat Tour of The Target Center Renovation.  Please contact Lisa’s office, as space is limited.  The next Lunch with Lisa is in September and will cover the Peavey Plaza renovation.</li>\r\n	<li>The City will not be able to ban plastic bags from grocery stores as originally planned (due to state legislative pre-emption).  The City is exploring other options and strategies to reduce the use of plastic bags.</li>\r\n	<li>Household hazardous waste events are occurring in June, July, and August.  The city will recover or recycle paint, solvents, etc. for free.  The next two are June 23-24 at the Public Works Facility (3607 E 44<sup>th</sup> St), and July 28-29 at Jenny Lind Elementary (5025 Bryant Ave N)</li>\r\n	<li>There was an open discussion on plastic bags, organic composting, downtown crime</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Election of Officers - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board elected officers for the 2017-2018 season, and welcomed three new directors.  The new KIAA board was unanimously approved by vote; Chair:  Shawn Smith.  Vice-Chair:  Larry Moran.  Treasurer:  Matt Spies.  Secretary:  Jack Levi.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nConflict of Interest Policy - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Board approved the KIAA Conflict of Interest Policy by email voting on April 26<sup>th</sup>, 2017.</li>\r\n	<li>Each board member signed the policy which is designed to 1) protect public trust in the integrity of the KIAA-decision making process and 2) to establish the procedures applicable to the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest in the context of transactions or arrangements entered into by KIAA where a member may have a financial interest in or fiduciary responsibility towards an entity with which KIAA is negotiating a transaction or arrangement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that donations in 2017 were down more than 50% vs. 2016.  This needs to be a focus for the upcoming fiscal year.  Jeanette made a motion to approve reimbursements as noted on financial detail.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Oriole Feeding Installations/Prairie Restoration Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie requested reimbursement for $192 to support the installation of the Oriole Feeding Station, to plant new plants in the prairie restoration area and food for the orioles.  The plants are consistent with the strategy as they are part of the natural environment for the prairie and orioles.  The funding was already approved at the April meeting and is under budget so was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Programming– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown and Will Stensruud planned the June 10<sup>th</sup> Family Beach Opener.  Artrageous is hosting activities for kids.  Jeanette moved to approve $300 for food and refreshments and not more than $500.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Summer Solstice Celebration on Wednesday, June 21<sup>st</sup>.  Artrageous is hosting the solstice party and it will be shared via social media.</li>\r\n	<li>Yoga is free to the public (hosted by KIAA) is held every Thursday at 7PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Open water swims start Monday June 19<sup>th</sup>.  Participants must sign up with the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Jim Gilroy Bench Dedication – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA last year lost a beloved board member, Jim Gilroy.  Thanks to the generosity of Kenwood residents, Jim’s friends and family, a bench was purchased in his memory on the Lake of the Isles Walking Path, across from Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church.  On Sunday, June 25<sup>th</sup> (1-5PM) there will be a dedication picnic.  All are welcome to attend to celebrate his life.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Park Board Update – Mark Holtey\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Rec Center will receive a Little Library this month.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Minnesota Zoomobile Presentation Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> at the Kenwood Park Picnic area from 1-1:45PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Movies in the Park at Kenwood Part resumes Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> 15 minutes after dusk.  This month’s showing will be <em>Hidden Figures</em>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on Monday, July 10th, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met April 3<sup>rd</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</strong></p>\r\n<strong> <img title=\"More...\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-includes/js/tinymce/plugins/wordpress/img/trans.gif\" alt=\"\" />Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown, Angie Erdrich, and Matt Spies.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick.</strong>\r\n<h1><strong><em> </em></strong></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction is scheduled to begin within a couple of months. The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting reviewing the project on April 25<sup>th</sup> at 6:30 at the Kenwood Rec Center.  There will be a separate public meeting on the assessment, tentatively scheduled for May 9<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>The April 26<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will host representatives from the Park Board and Walker Sculpture Garden.  They will discuss public art and sculpture, including updates on the Walker.  Please call Lisa’s office to order a lunch in advance ($10).</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping begins April 11. <a href=\"http://www.minneapolis.gov/streetsweeping\">www.minneapolismn.gov/publicworks/streetsweeping</a>.  Please be sure to follow parking restrictions to avoid a ticket.  Yard waste bundles will also be picked up at the same time – place it with recycling for pickup.  Do not sweep into the street as it is damaging to the environment.</li>\r\n	<li>As Backyard Fire season begins, please observe City Rules:  Permitted only 9AM to 10PM, burn only untreated fire wood (no trash), fire must be 25 feet from a structure and in a fire ring.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>I-35W will be under rehabilitation starting Summer 2017-Fall 2021, between 43<sup>rd</sup> St S and 15<sup>th</sup> St.  Please see <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies (Pre-Report)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt pre-reported less than $2500 in expenditures for the month, which included payments for the Hill and Lake Press Annual Sponsorship, down payments for the annual gathering, and board liability insurance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>2552 W Lake of the Isles Variance – Ryan Smith, Tyler Hillger</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Construction on the vacant lot at 2552 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway will require two variances to build as designed:  1) Front Yard Setback.  Due to the curve of the street, the setback rule would place the house in violation.  The variance would allow the setback variance to be consistent with the adjacent homes.  As designed, the front of the home will be behind the front of the original home down in 2004.  2) Terrace Square Footage Maximum.  The planned terrace would be allowable if variance 1 is approved.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA did not make a motion on the variance and requested that the board be kept informed and adjacent neighbors directly engaged by the homeowner.</li>\r\n	<li>If approved by the city, construction would begin late summer 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP and Priority Plan</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to approve the 2016 KIAA CPP Annual Report, which will be submitted to the city.</li>\r\n	<li>Mike presented a Financial Interest and Fiduciary Responsibility conflict of interest policy, now required by Minneapolis, to preserve public trust in the integrity of KIAA decision-making process.  The policy, once signed, will also be posted to the KIAA website.  The policy will be voted on between meetings to allow board members time to review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Will reviewed the proposed budget for the summer of 2017 at $5450, to support programming: Yoga, Log Rolling, June 10 Summer Kickoff Party, BeArtrageous, and a Music Series.  Motions were made to fund June 10<sup>th</sup> Summer Kickoff ($1300), Yoga ($600 for 10 sessions), the June 21<sup>st</sup> Solstice Party ($150), July 15<sup>th</sup> Pirates and Mermaids ($500).  Approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         An additional expenditure of $2000 was proposed to buy a generator to fill a bounce house for weekly events.  Due to liability concerns, the subcommittee was asked to go back and research further prior to a vote on the funding.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering May 1<sup>st</sup> – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Gathering is 6-7:30 at Kenwood Corner</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA board members are requested to sign up for tasks.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.  Current board members were requested to announce their intent to run prior to the next meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project Updates – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn provides updates on this standing topic, the #1 priority for the board per the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey.</li>\r\n	<li>County Transit Improvement Board did not vote unanimously from disbanding, with Dakota County voting against without a larger payout, and Hennepin County against because commissioners knew that CTIB would not disband.  It remains to be seen whether a county sales tax can be implemented to fund the missing state share of $135M</li>\r\n	<li>SWLRT and Bottineau line are not approved for funding in the new proposed federal budget.  84 State legislators signed a letter to Transportation Secretary Chao further requesting that funding be withheld because it did not have legislative support.</li>\r\n	<li>Files are advancing at the state level to remove/increase railroad liability for co-location, block any future light rail transit without state approval, and implement terms and elections to Met Council officials.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is the Annual Gathering on Monday, May 1st, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 6<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mark Brown, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n<h1> The Agenda Was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting held during the month of April, an announcement will be sent out on Next Door.  There will be a public hearing in May regarding the assessment.</li>\r\n	<li>The March 29<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will be an update on Peavey Plaza renovations.</li>\r\n	<li>Unspent and frozen NRP money will be returned to neighborhoods.  Kenwood received $1000 back.  The amount received by Kenwood for NRP was mostly spent in support of our neighborhood priorities.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA donated $750 to support the Kenwood School auction.</li>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the importance of managing the budget on a three-year cycle, tied to the funding cycle from the city.  Also discussed was ensuring that the budget would address reimbursable expenditures vs non-reimbursable expenditures that depend on neighbor contributions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt submitted a proposal to define objectives for the 2017 season, focusing on the implementation of 3 recurring activities such as puppet shows, yoga, log rolling, etc.  Additionally, how to engage the Park Board to implement improvements to the beach prior to SWLRT operations.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to take the lead on planning the programming.  Options will be discussed for future seasons to fund an intern to manage the programming and community outreach.  For 2017, a subcommittee will be formed to develop the action plan and report to the board at the April meeting.  Larry noted that it is important to share the plan at the annual neighborhood gathering on May 1<sup>st</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The gathering is May 1<sup>st</sup>.  Angie put together a to-do and sign up list for tasks that need to be completed to have a successful event.  The biggest issue to finalize is food.  KIAA is exploring different options that can reduce cost.  An option is to identify any neighborhood caterers or restaurant owners to support the event with food.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January Citizens Advisory Council meeting.   The Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District voted unanimously to permit SWLRT for construction through the waters that it manages.  Cedar Lake and the Kenilworth Channel drain into the creek and the Mississippi River, which MCWD manages.</li>\r\n	<li>On March 8<sup>th</sup>, County Transit Improvement Board voted to disband, clearing the way for Hennepin County to implement a 50 cent sales tax to fund SWLRT state share and ongoing operational costs.  However, because Dakota County voted against disbanding, there will be a process to follow where either CTIB will have one county member, or increasing the buyout to the county to gain their vote.</li>\r\n	<li>Full federal funding grant of $900M, if awarded, will happen by the end of June.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates:  Please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 3<sup>rd</sup>, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 6th, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Mark Brown, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Police Chief Ohotto, and 4 other residents.\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\nCity Council Update – Lisa Goodman\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner and contribute 7% of the total budget of $1M.  There will be a large neighborhood meeting held in advance to share details.  Work will be completed prior to fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The February 22<sup>nd</sup> Lunch with Lisa topic is Emergency Preparedness, including natural disasters and pandemic readiness.  Please contact her office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Ward 7 has been prioritized for the City’s Tree Planting Program.  Residents can get information and order trees March 6-12 at <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.  There will be a lottery, and those selected will be notified by March 22.  Trees will have a nominal cost to residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette provided an update on the parking situation in Downtown Kenwood.  She reported that the business owners did not support a KIAA proposed solution to add restrict parking to one side of 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Another possible solution is to clarify the parking signs on Penn Avenue in front of Kenwood School.  One resident from Oliver Ave expressed his concerns on the adverse effect he is experiencing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA dedicated $5000 for police overtime (80 hours of patrols).  2016 had the second lowest number of police reports since the lowest year (2008).</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The Chief continues to recommend a balance of extra patrols with the positive programming that has happened in the last 2 years.  Neighborhood involvement/usage of the beach is also important, vs. solely relying on police patrols.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Jeanette moved to spend $5000 for 2017 continued additional policing, pending the securing of city funding via the Neighborhood Priority Plan contract.  Mike will inform the board once city funding is confirmed.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The party was rescheduled for February 12<sup>th</sup> due to poor ice conditions.  KIAA will still contribute cookies towards the event.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Residents donated $747 last month, most in response to the annual newsletter.  KIAA also received some city reimbursements, totaling $2500.  KIAA appreciates the local funding of the neighborhood residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jean Deatrich has helped Matt mail thank you letters in response to all donations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Letter of Concern over 3020 Kenwood Parkway – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Calhoun-Isles Association is opposing the construction of a Residential High Rise on the Northeast Corner of Lake Calhoun that would possibly violate the Shoreland Overlay District and would certainly be in opposition to local ordinance.  The building would be 59 feet tall and out of character with the surrounding neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed a letter stating KIAA’s position that developers need to respect the overlay district not only for this project/lake but for future projects and other lakes.  This position supports the KIAA Neighborhood Priority of protecting the environment, lakes, and waterways.  The Overlay height restriction exists to protect the lake edge from out of scale development, shading, and wind concentration and a negative human caused impact on the environment.  Larry moved to send the letter, approved unanimously.  A response was received from CM Lisa Bender that it does not violate the Overlay Disctrict but does violate local zoning.  Jeanette is working with the city and C-I Association to clarify.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The annual gathering and board elections are May 1.  Any residents that would like to run for a board position are encouraged to contact KIAA; ssmith288@me.com.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         To reduce costs, new food alternatives will be considered for the annual gathering.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood School Request – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The School requested $750 in funding to be a sponsor of the Kenwood School Auction and Fundraiser.  KIAA supported this request in 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA view is that the funding supports the Neighborhood Priority of supporting robust programming and education our Kenwood School, which not only serves Kenwood children but children from other parts of the city.  Shawn moved to support the funding, unanimously approved.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January CAC meeting.   The Southwest Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that at the State Legislature GOP leadership is challenging that the Met Council will rely on the state to pay 50% of ongoing operating costs for light rail and transit but the state has no voice in which or how many projects are built.  That would mean that there is no elected voice in the regional transit plan and required state funding.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District is meeting on February 23<sup>rd</sup> to vote whether to approve permits for SWLRT construction and operation in areas that MCWD manages.  The MCWD is responsible for maintaining the water quality for the Watershed, which includes the Chain of Lakes.  The public comment period closed February 2<sup>nd,</sup> and many testified concerns about conflicts of interest with MCWD managers.  Most managers were appointed by Hennepin County Commissioners, that support the project.</li>\r\n	<li>As only 3 Kenwood properties are identified to have severe averse impacts, KIAA will consider funding an independent study of vibration and noise similar to one conducted at the Minneapolis/St Louis Park border.  The study would evaluate the Kenilworth Corridor north of the Kenilworth Channel.  Jeanette will contact the engineers to find out if there would be any benefit and what the cost would be.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will kick off the planning for ECLB programming for 2017.  He will solicit resident ideas.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJanuary 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 9th, 2017 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Will Stensrud, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Directors Absent:  Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mike Bono, Treasurer Matt Spies.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Snow Emergencies are communicated via Facebook, Instragram, Email/text alerts, City of Minneapolis Mobile App.  All residents are encouraged to sign up for alerts to be aware of when Snow Emergencies are declared.</li>\r\n	<li>Road Sand is available from the City Public Works Sites, to be placed in a barrel in areas that are needed.  Please contact Lisa’s office to request a barrel of sand.</li>\r\n	<li>Christmas Trees are recycled by the city.  Please put your trees at your regular pickup site.  Old Christmas lights can also be recycled; go to <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is January 25<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall.  The topic is Public Art, including a sneak preview of the Nicollet Mall art.  Lisa is always interested in constituents’ ideas for topics.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette brought to Lisa’s attention NRP survey results to get her perspective on what is within the city’s ability to address.  Many issues raised in the survey, including noise and excessive speed are regulated and difficult to enforce.  Any public works issues such as alley defects should be directed to Lisa’s office.  Jeanette will follow up with Lisa to address the continuing parking and alley access problem by Downtown Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Warming House – Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy shared that a volunteer group with representatives from from CIDNA, Lowry Hill and East Isles, the Minneapolis Parks Foundation, MPRB staff and local architects are considering that the warming house should be replaced, in part based on age (18 years old). The cost to bring the structure in and out by crane is increasing to $20K per year; a new structure designed to be more easily transported could make moving it less expensive. The idea being discussed is to change the structure into one that can be used all year, across different sites, for different purposes. There will be a design competition and funds raised. KIAA supports the idea of replacement but there was a discussion as to whether it\'s appropriate for KIAA to contribute neighborhood funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Treasurer Report – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Several contributions were received in January ($398) as a result of the Fall Newsletter.  KIAA appreciates the support and Matt will work with Jean to send acknowledgement letters to the donors.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie will provide via cookies for the party funded by KIAA.  The party is January 22<sup>nd</sup> from 1-3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Application – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will help manage the process for Rain garden applications and awarding grants from MetroBlooms.  This year is the third year of this partnership, and this year there will be no cost to KIAA.  KIAA will make an in-kind donation of time and resources to promote the initiative.  More information will be provided by the end of January.  Rain gardens support our NRP initiative of protecting the lakes and environment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Cedar Lake Orioles Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie is leading engagement with Kenwood School to reinstall Oriole feeding stations this spring.  Last year, orioles were abundant and several classes visited Cedar Lake Park to see them, accompanied by teachers and neighborhood volunteers.  This initiative is important because it drives more family and educational opportunities at Cedar Lake.  Angie requested $200 for laminated signs and feeding station supplies (food).  Jeanette moved to approve, unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering Planning Kickoff – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The annual gathering will be May 1<sup>st</sup> in downtown Kenwood, which includes food and election of KIAA officers.  In order to keep costs in check, other food options will be explored.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Communication Committee – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Will, Mark, and Jeanette will work with Jean regarding a communication committee and communication plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that CTIB is likely in the process of self-dissolving so that Hennepin County can raise the transit sales tax to .5%, to fund the missing $140M state share of funding.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion whether to contact the FTA regarding Met Council compliance to 2012 Certification Requirements for Federal Funding, and without a vote KIAA determined not to take any action.</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is contacting three LRT- adjacent property owners to discuss construction.  These are the only houses at 21<sup>st</sup> St that the Met Council deems to be impacted by LRT operations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The top 5 priorities from the survey were identified – SWLRT, Lakes/Parks/Environment, Kenwood Rec Center events, Hidden Beach Safety, and Kenwood School.  Jeanette wrote a summary report to share with anyone interested.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Calhoun Association is asking KIAA to support opposition to a 54 foot tall residential building to be built adjacent to Tin Fish on Lake Calhoun (replacing 3 existing homes).  The proposed structure would be within the Shoreland Overlay District which has a height restriction of 36 feet.  As an action taken between meetings, the proposal will be reviewed and voted on whether to support or not support the opposition.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board Police Chief Ohotto will be invited to attend the KIAA February Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>December 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 5th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis finalizes its 2017 budget on December 7th.  On November 30<sup>th</sup>, there was a public hearing; 45 people provided testimony on the mayor’s proposed budget. There was a significant organized effort to reduce proposed police budgeting in favor of more community based non-profit policing.  The mayor had proposed adding 15 additional sworn officers as 2016 had the lowest number of officers this decade, 100 less than 2009.  Neighborhoods Organizing for Change challenged that increase.  (Addendum Post KIAA Meeting:  December 7<sup>th</sup> saw a similar number of testimonials and content, and the budget was adopted with the 15 additional officers.)</li>\r\n	<li>The budget also proposes a new position of Small Business Navigator.  This position would assist small businesses in navigating the Minneapolis city laws and regulations.  Lisa supports up to 4 positions in order to help small business navigate the city’s complex licensing and codes.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa emphasized that the Final Truth in Taxation notices that were mailed in November did not include the voter approved school special taxation levy.  Therefore, property taxes are understated by approximately 10%.  Revised Final Notices will not be mailed.  (Note to residents:  look at your 2016 School District Voter Approved Levy to see approximately how much your 2017 taxes are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Car2Go is ending operations in Minneapolis because of two business conditions that created an inability for the company to be profitable.  1)  The city mandated that Car2Go distribute cars equitably throughout the city; however, because some neighborhoods had higher origination/destination usage than others, the company incurred high costs to redistribute cars, and some cars sat idle in lower-used neighborhoods.  Publicly, Car2Go cited that they were taxed/licensed at a car rental rate, which is higher than that of taxis and other ride-share services.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January after December 12ths Later with Lisa.  Lisa is interested in constituent input for topics for her schedule of 2017 lunches.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Board Member – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette introduced Will Stensrud, who with his family purchased a home in Kenwood one year ago.  Will asked to join the board to become more involved in the issues that shape Kenwood.  Jeanette motioned to approve his addition, and it was approved unanimously.  Welcome Will!</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>November was a busy month for SWLRT.  The FTA accepted testimony regarding Metropolitan Council accountability and adherence to process to determine certification for federal dollars for the next 4 years.  Many Kenwood residents sent testimony, including the LRT Done Right group.  Testimonials were published in last month’s Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn stated that there are two key next steps where KIAA will engage in SWLRT:  1) Follow up with the FTA to find out about how the neighborhoods testimony will be used, and will the findings be made available to the public, and 2) SWRLT construction and mitigation is the top issue surfaced in the annual NRP survey, and KIAA will continue to keep SWLRT as a standing KIAA meeting topic, and publish updates in the Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>LRT Done Right organization is engaging and meeting with key elected officials in the coming month to gain information and understanding of positions heading into the 2017 State Legislative Session.  Officials at the state, county, city, and park board will be met with.  KIAA’s position against residential development on the Kenilworth Trail/SWLRT line will be communicated.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reviewed the monthly balance sheet for KIAA as well as the expenditures and revenues for the month.  There was minimal activity during the month: payments made to Jean Deatrick and Post net for the Fall Newsletter, as well as a small payment to reimburse Pop Up Playground expense at “Hidden Beach,” and one donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA has submitted its Community Participation Program application for the upcoming three-year funding cycle by the City of Minneapolis, worth $25K annually to Kenwood.  KIAA is in the process of canvassing the neighborhood to determine the specific priorities to include in the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of NPP is to identify major initiatives for neighborhood organizations, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>The results of the Neighborhood Priorities survey were reviewed.  Top issues identified were SWLRT mitigation, protecting the lakes, East Cedar Lake Beach safety, supporting Kenwood Community Center activities/Common gathering place, more street lighting.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette noted that only 60 responses were received.  The link to the survey was put in the KIAA Fall Newsletter, Nextdoor, and Hill and Lakes Press.  Jean Deatrick will email out a link to her neighborhood email list and extend the deadline to December 18<sup>th</sup> to capture more feedback to feed the Top 5 Priorities.  There will also be future discussion on how to address other priorities received in written comments.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Lake of the Isles Warming House will be replaced.  The Park Board is considering a mobile structure that can be used all year.  Neighborhood Associations are being approached to provide funding.  There was discussion as to whether or not neighborhood funds should be used towards this project in light of the “Close the Gap” funding recently allocated to the Park Board, totaling $11M annually and funded by property tax increases.</li>\r\n	<li>Action taken between meetings:  The board approved up to $200 to place a sign in Downtown Kenwood to help address the continued concerns over parking issues.  It will direct patrons towards alternative parking locations and try to keep alley access clear.  Exact wording and structure is under discussion.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:27 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 9th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met November 7th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in November due to Thanksgiving.  On Monday December 12<sup>th</sup> at 4:30pm will be Later with Lisa, her annual holiday party.  It will be held at the Normandy Inn.  Cash bar, parking is free.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping is completed as of November 15th, as is yard waste pickup, for the season.  The city does not sweep alleys, leaf removal there is the responsibility of the home owner.</li>\r\n	<li>The house at 1204 Kenwood Parkway is under historic review.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction is on track to be complete by December.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa shared the Mayor’s 2017 Proposed Budget.  The board reviewed the budget and gleaned that the proposed levy increase is driven primarily by 1) 59 new positions in the city, 2) Park Board/City agreement on 20 Year Plan, 3) additional spending on social programs and grants to Non-Profit organizations.  The Truth in Taxation Hearing is November 30<sup>th</sup> at City Hall, and the budget will be adopted on December 7<sup>th</sup>.  Public testimony will be heard at both.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Monthly expenditures were for the Gilroy Memorial Bench and the Thrill Kenwood, offset by city funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody is the Citizen Advisory Committee representative to the Metropolitan Council and the CAC met last month.  Jody shared updates on SWLRT that were learned in the meeting.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>LRT trains normally sound a horn coming out of a tunnel, but it will not sound when emerging from the tunnel in the Kenilworth Corridor.  There are also bells on each train that sound at road crossings, but at 21<sup>st</sup> St these will not sound and there will be a stationary bell.  This will allow for less variance in the sound impact and more reliable noise mitigation.</li>\r\n	<li>Revenue service is estimated to begin in 2021.  Construction is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Construction will begin in Fall 2017 to move the freight lines in the Kenilworth Corridor; there will be five phases of construction in our neighborhood and it is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Met Council representatives will be going door to door to record structural conditions of homes in order to establish a baseline for potential damage as a result of construction.  Addresses/scheduling to be announced in December.  It is not determined how repairs will be handled that are a result of construction.</li>\r\n	<li>The CAC November meeting was cancelled.  At future meetings Jody will continue to press for information and we will share in this space.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended the FTA review of the Metropolitan Council’s certification on November 2<sup>nd</sup>.  The FTA certifies the Met Council every four years as a process to approve the Council to continue to receive federal funds.  Shawn shared that 5 speakers used SWLRT as an example where the Met Council did not consistently deliver against the objectives that the FTA measures against.  The public has until November 30<sup>th</sup> to provide testimony; if interested, please contact Shawn at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Applications</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sign Ups are now being taken for 2017 Good Steward Raingardens.  Raingardens on your property help reduce pollution in our lakes.  MetroBlooms and KIAA are teaming up to install reduced-cost raingardens for 15 Kenwood homeowners.  Cost is reduced through a Good Steward Grant (cost to homeowners will be approximately $350 for a $2,000 raingarden).  Email Laura Scholl to get on the list:  <a href=\"mailto:laura@metroblooms.org\">laura@metroblooms.org</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be applying for the next three-year cycle of funding by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program for $25K annually.  KIAA will submit its Community Participation Program application that will include the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of the Neighborhood Priority Plan is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the CPP application be approved, Mark seconded, unanimously passed.</li>\r\n	<li>A survey to solicit neighborhood input for the priority plan will be sent this month to ensure that monies are directed in the direction of projects that are valued by residents.  Here is the link: <a href=\"https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp\">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp</a>  (If link doesn’t work, type in your browser)</li>\r\n	<li>This season was one of the lowest in terms of police incidents in recent history.  The full end of season report will be published in the KIAA Fall Newletter, being mailed this month.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach end of season report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is receiving neighborhood impact letters from the Restorative Justice program from citations at East Cedar Lake Beach.  Fines can be waived if the cited writes a letter of atonement.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended October’s Lunch with Lisa.  The topic was the 20 Year Park Plan and it was covered in detail by Superintendent Jayne Miller and Board President Anita Tabb.  The Kenwood Park will not receive any funding from the 20 Year Park Plan as it is not a high priority park as determined by the Park and Rec Board.  Examples of criteria on how prioritization were assessed are Areas of Racially Concentrated Poverty, Populations of Color, Population Density, Youth Population, Asset Lifespan, and Neighborhood Density.  Kenwood Park will still receive its funding as part of the regular budgeting process.  Shawn learned that The Park Board will have approximately $11M of annual incremental funding via the city and park board levy.  Shawn also learned that if Minneapolis were to implement a $15 minimum wage, it would increase payroll for the Park Board by approximately $2.2M annually.  It was not clear how the Park Board would adjust the plan or mitigate the impact of that wage increase without affecting the 20 Year Plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:34 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 3rd, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood and Community Relations Department – Jack Whitehurst</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mr. Whitehurst represented the city for the annual board survey which the city is conducting.  The purpose of the survey is to gain demographic information on the makeup of city boards.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA encourages all residents of the neighborhood who would like to serve on the board regardless of demographic background.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion on Neighborhood Action Plan money status.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt presented an update on in/outflow of cash for the fiscal year, as well as a spending/income forecast through 2019.  Matt will present a financial report at each KIAA monthly meeting going forward.  This will allow for accurate planning on an annual basis going forward so expenditures can be prioritized.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be sending a survey to gain feedback on resident’s priorities to be addressed in the Neighborhood Priority Plan, which needs to be filed in November.  The survey was edited and approved to be sent.</li>\r\n	<li>The new warming house for Lake of the Isles winter skating area is still under consideration by the Minneapolis Park Board.  The new warming house is in concept stage.  Neighborhood associations may be approached to support it financially.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda Vallone from BeArtrageous is planning Thrill Kenwood, a successful Halloween party that has been held in the years past.  The board approved repeating a $750 contribution towards the event.</li>\r\n	<li>The Jim Gilroy memorial bench (former board member, deceased) has been installed and all who donated are appreciated.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA Fall newsletter is in process to be published by November.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA was informed by a MPRB tree inspector who visited the Rec Center corner that 7 diseased crab apple and trees will be removed. They will be replaced in Spring 2017 with 3 North Star Cherry trees and 4 Mont Royal plum trees, which are disease resistant with useful fruit for the public to eat.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nSeptember 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met September 12th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Dee Montgomery (Heritage Coalition).\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn moved for approval of the agenda, with the addition of Dee Montgomery’s topic, and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be September 28<sup>th</sup> at Opus Hall.  The topic is still being determined.  Lisa is always open to suggestions for topics for Lunch with Lisa, please contact her office with ideas.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale construction is still on schedule to be finished this fall.  Hennepin northbound will be open in the coming weeks.</li>\r\n	<li>The local government channels are changing as follows:  Comcast HD will be 799, and Standard Definition will be 14.  Century Link HD will be 8501, and standard definition will be 8001, Multilingual HD will be 8502, and standard definition multilingual will be 8002.</li>\r\n	<li>November 8<sup>th</sup> election early voting starts September 23<sup>rd</sup>.  There are 4 early voting locations in Minneapolis, please see the city website for more details.  Shawn Smith stated that the voting period was starting very early considering the first Presidential Debate is not until September 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Historic Marker Restoration Project – Dee Montgomery</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The centennial marker commemorating the establishment of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation will be restored.  The original boundary of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation included areas of Kenwood, and the marker that is being replaced is located on the southeast edge of Lake of the Isles.  The Heritage Commission has its own funds; tax dollars will not be used.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board advised Dee to consult with Native Americans to ensure that any concerns regarding the history and commemoration of Fort Snelling were heard.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is pushing for clarification and information with the warning bell and mitigation strategy at the 21<sup>st</sup> St crossing.  KIAA has requested involvement from Commissioner Marion Greene and expressed the need for her support on this issue with the Southwest Project Office.  There are concerns over the volume of the proposed wayside bell.</li>\r\n	<li>The Section 106 process is continuing now that the Memorandum of Understanding is executed.  This pertains to mitigation strategies for Grand Rounds eg landscaping, retaining walls, shoreline treatments, etc.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking continues to be an issue where patrons are parking too close to the alley, blocking driveways, too close to stop signs, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to explore signing solutions – parking is allowed at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Increasing neighborhood programming at the beach remains a KIAA focus.  It is part of the overall strategy to reduce crime and improve public safety.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that 35 kids came to the Play Space “pop up playground” and the strategy was successful.  The board approved a $25 increase to the funding to cover extra expenses.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reiterated the need to work on the Priority Plan Strategy, which will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.  Mike Bono, Matt, and Mark Brown will work on the subcommittee.  The CPP application is due November 10.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2016 Minneapolis Housing Resource Guide is published.  This is a resource for associations and homeowners.  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/\">www.minneapolismn.gov</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>A motion was approved to reimburse Deb Gilroy for $100 for the expenses related to placing a bench for former board member Jim Gilroy.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>By Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met July 11th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Chief Jason Ohotto and two of his officers, Jean Deatrick, and three neighbors.\r\n\r\n<strong>Opening Activities</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>No lunch with Lisa in July or August.  Please be sure to sign up for Lisa’s email list to get updates on construction, traffic, and event updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues.  The Hennepin/Vineland intersection will have major work done in July/August.  The overall project is on schedule for completion by November.</li>\r\n	<li>The variance at 2000 W 21<sup>st</sup> St was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting is open for the 2016 primary.  Election judges are needed this year.  Please call Lisa’s office to sign up to be a judge.  A mix of party affiliations is needed.</li>\r\n	<li>National Night out is August 2<sup>nd</sup>.  After July 19<sup>th</sup>, there is a fee to block off the street.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette expressed KIAA’s appreciation for the quality of the City of Minneapolis’s response to the FEIS, documenting the history and the issues within the project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Chief Jason Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Police reports written on park property at the beach declined from 48 to 31.  This is the second summer where there was a significant reduction in reports.  Chief Ohotto attributed the success to the positive programming and activities at the beach, as well as the increased park police patrols, some funded by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto recommended that neighbors that want to support safety efforts should call in issues to 911, and provide detailed, specific information, name and callback number.  Err on the side of calling 911 vs not calling when you see a negative impact to public safety.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown reported that the June 20<sup>th</sup> potluck at the beach was a great success with strong turnout.  The kids activities (face painting, spray chalk, cookies) were popular.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented ideas for longer term strategies, including boat racks, playground equipment.  Park and Rec Board financial support and fundraising will be needed.  A Community Action Committee will be formed.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt proposed an August Pop Up Adventure Playground as a new activity to pilot.  A motion passed to fund this event with up to $800 of NRP funds.  Engagement with the Kenwood School and neighboring association were identified as opportunities to increase participation.  Jeanette recognized Angie for getting the Kenwood School engaged in using the beach for educational opportunities.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed the idea of hosting a food or beverage cart at the beach on behalf of the neighborhood.  A motion passed for up to $200 to be spent from NRP funds for a KIAA/ECLB Patron Appreciation Day.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported on the June 13<sup>th</sup> FEIS public presentation by the Southwest Project Office.  Approximately 20 neighbors attended from Kenwood, CIDNA, and Loring Park.  On a positive note, the presentation summarized the 17,000 page FEIS effectively.  Unfortunately it was not tailored to the concerns of the Minneapolis segment of the corridor.  There continues to be a high level of concern over the ability of the tunnel to be built near Calhoun Shores Townhomes and the Kenilworth “pinch point.”</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the June 28<sup>th</sup> CAC meeting was cancelled, a consistent issue with many of the other CAC meetings which have also been cancelled in the past couple of years.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette communicated with the general manager of the Kenwood Restaurant to ask that employees park on Penn Avenue, and to help address the issue of patrons parking too close to alleys and driveways, and the issue of delivery truck restricting neighbor access to the alley.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie confirmed that parking for Downtown Kenwood businesses is permitted at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.  A “sandwich” board idea was proposed at a cost of $200 or for city signing or to paint the curb yellow to inform where and where not to park.  Noted for follow up between meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Mike Bono, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike and Matt outlined the plan to develop the 3 year plan as well as budgeting for the upcoming year.  It will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood, while also ensuring that current funding priorities can be maintained should funds be cut in the future.</li>\r\n	<li>New neighbor introduction:  Mikki Johnston and family</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will attend a Whittier Alliance Meeting on July 19<sup>th</sup> to understand the goals and strategies of that group.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie will follow up with Creative Citymaking regarding a video project opportunity, with a possible focus on ECLB.  KIAA would need to make a proposal to secure participation in the project, which is a competitive process.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>June 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 6th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters, Jack Levi.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Amanda Vallone, Jody Strakosch, Mark Holtey and two neighbors.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Board members conducted a brief introduction to begin the 2016-2017 term.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is complete for the season.  There will be a “Lunch with Lisa Field trip on Wednesday, June 29<sup>th</sup>, touring Givens Violins, which is a renowned repair business for cellos and violins.  If interested, please call Lisa’s office to book one of the two tours for that day.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues and has entered the paving phase.  Please contact Lisa’s office to be placed on an email list to receive weekly construction updates affecting the Twin Cities.</li>\r\n	<li>Sidewalk repair has come to Kenwood this year, part of a 10 year cycle.  White dots mark the sections that will be replaced.  Homeowners will be assessed $250-$400 per square for the repair.  Call 311 to discuss whether sections need to be replaced, or if they do not need to be replaced.  Please direct questions regarding how unique situations, such as tree root heaves, to 311.  All affected homeowners should have received a letter from the city; please refer to it for FAQs.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette volunteered to remain Chair; Larry volunteered to remain Vice Chair; Matt Spies volunteered to become Treasurer; and Shawn volunteered to remain Secretary.  Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt asked for resolution to relocate the KIAA bank accounts to US Bank.  Jeanette moved in favor, passed unanimously.  Matt asked for an additional resolution to transfer, check writing authority, opening accounts, deposits, and withdraw funds; from Ed Pluimer to himself.  Jeanette to be the second signatory.  Shawn moved, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette once again recognized Ed Pluimer for his years of service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Memorial Bench for Jim Gilroy – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie reported that $1550 has been donated to the Estate of Jim Gilroy for the purposes of a memorial bench on Lake of the Isles, near 21<sup>st</sup> St..  Jean Deatrick will send an e-blast as a reminder for any other residents that would like to contribute.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie moved that KIAA donate $300 towards the memorial bench to recognize Jim as a sitting board member at his death.  Funds will come from KIAA Money Market Account.  Approved unanimously.  As funds are in the account about to be closed, motion was approved to allow Ed Pluimer to write the check.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Financial Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is preparing a 2016-2017 balance sheet to ensure income and expenditures are clearly documented.  Mark, Larry, Matt, and Mike will form a finance subcommittee to inform a finance update at KIAA July meeting.  Motion approved to establish said committee.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies/Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda (from ARTrageous) shared that the Summer Solstice Party will be held at ECLB on June 20<sup>th</sup> from 6:30-8:30.  This will be a potluck event.  ARTrageous will provide henna, face painting, and a Creation Station for families.  The event will be cancelled in case of rain.  The event is open to all.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented a new proposal for a Pop Up Adventure Playground series.  Matt agreed to go renegotiate lower costs in order to run a pilot, vs investing in 3 events this year.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities including a Summer Solstice Potluck, Pirate/Mermaid Beach Party were identified for funding for $800.  A discussion was had regarding source of funds and how much to spend.  The board approved the expenditure unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda and Matt were approved to work together to spend up to $400 to place an ad in Hill and Lake Press to announce summer activities at ECLB.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  The CAC met in May.  Jennifer Munt stated that the Met Council would find funding to move ahead with SWLRT. The FEIS was reviewed; Nani Jacobsen recognized Kenwood for providing feedback that drove changes from the SDEIS to the FEIS.  Further, station art was approved for the West 21<sup>st</sup> St Station, which is what the Kenwood station will be named.  The next meeting will be June 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn has coordinated a meeting on June 13<sup>th</sup> for the Met Council to present the FEIS and take questions from residents.  This meeting was supported by the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn presented the FEIS draft and will circulate a soft copy to the board and Jody to be reviewed and approved as an action between meetings.  The deadline for submission is June 13<sup>th</sup> for any comments, and must be done in writing to the Southwest Project Office.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking at the Kenwood Corner continues to be a challenge, with visitors parking too close to the alley and to corners and blocking access.  Jeanette called the city to determine the cost of parking signs.  Action to be taken between meetings.</li>\r\n	<li>Kenwood Corner Raingarden Signage was approved as an action taken between meetings.  The Raingarden is now installed and the sign provides good information about the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  KIAA thanks Angie Erdrich for her work to beautify the corner.</li>\r\n	<li>Louise Erdrich is taking the space formerly occupied by Stephen Dean for a business to be announced shortly.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 9:10 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 11th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2016 KIAA 5<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> For the 5<sup>th</sup> year, KIAA had its annual meeting on May 2nd at Kenwood Corner, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> In attendance were seven KIAA serving board members up for re-election, one new member-elect, City Council Member Lisa Goodman, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Green, Minneapolis Parks Commissioner Anita Tabb, and approximately 100 neighbors.</p>\r\n The gathering began at 6PM.  The weather was great and everyone enjoyed Red Wagon Pizza and beverages, compliments of KIAA. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM.  There was a moment of remembrance for Jim Gilroy, KIAA board member who passed away suddenly in April.  Jim will be greatly missed; he was a kind and generous person, dedicated to improving our entire community.  The family has reserved a site for a park bench in his memory on Lake of the Isles.  Friends and neighbors who would like to contribute may do so.  KIAA Board Member Angie Erdrich will facilitate, please make checks payable to Minneapolis Finance Department, Memo “Jim Gilroy Bench” and mail to her at 2217 Oliver Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405.  A receipt will come from Minneapolis Parks, and the Gilroy family will receive a list of donor names.  Please submit donations by June 1<sup>st</sup> in hopes of installing the bench this summer.\r\n\r\nKIAA thanked retiring board member Ed Pluimer.  Ed has generously served on the board for over 20 years, most recently as Treasurer.  Our neighborhood is grateful for his energy and commitment.\r\n\r\nJeanette then stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year:  SWLRT work including work such as efforts to mitigate potential adverse effects to the neighborhood (if the project comes to pass), support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Raingardens from Metro Blooms, and positive programming for East Cedar Lake (Hidden) Beach.  The “Welcome Orioles” project – an environmental learning program for Kenwood School, co-sponsored with the Cedar Lake Park Association, received a shout-out from neighbors in attendance.\r\n\r\nJeanette introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to herself:  Jack Levi, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Matt Spies (Treasurer Elect), and Shawn Smith.  One new board member, Mark Brown was introduced.  Jeanette made the motion for re-election/election of the 2016-17 board, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\nKIAA would like to thank neighbors that supported KIAA financially at the gathering and throughout the year.  It helps us fund activities and keep our neighborhood strong!\r\n\r\nOther updates, action between meetings:\r\n\r\nThe 2015 KIAA Annual Report was approved by the board on April 28<sup>th</sup>.  The Annual Report is required by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program.  The report was prepared by Mike Bono with input from KIAA board members, and submitted by the 4/29 deadline.\r\n\r\nMatt and Julia Spies’s are requesting a variance for a remodel on their home.  As the Spies proactively partnered with their neighbors, KIAA supports their variance.  The variance will be reviewed at the Board of Adjustment meeting on June 9<sup>th</sup>.\r\n\r\nThere will be a Kenwood Neighborhood Rummage Festival of June 10-12<sup>th</sup>.  Please join your neighbors and plan a rummage sale during those dates!  If you are not able to have your own rummage sale, please consider donating to the Kenwood Elementary School Benefit Rummage Sale at the Kenwood Rec Center.   The rummage runs June 11 from 9-2PM. Donations can be dropped off at the Kenwood Recreation Center on June 10<sup>th</sup> from 4-6PM.  100% of proceeds benefit the Kenwood School.  Volunteers are needed to price goods, manage the sale, and haul goods to charity at 2PM on the 11<sup>th</sup>.  Contact Angie Erdrich to volunteer:  angie_sandeep@yahoo.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood.  If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us.  If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met April 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nVice Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies (Minutes), Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Jack Levi.  Absent:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith, Josine Peters, Jim Gilroy.  Also present:  Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\nUnanimous Approval of the Agenda\r\n<h1>City Council Update -  Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Upcoming Lunch with Lisas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>April 27  – Discussion with Made Here, the creative place-making initiative to fill empty downtown storefronts</li>\r\n	<li>May – Bill Leaf will talk about tourism master planning</li>\r\n	<li>June  – Field trip to Claire Givens Violin, premier violin reconstruction/repair; 40 people may attending in two groups of 20.  Contact Lisa’s office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping starting April 13 running through May 9</li>\r\n	<li>Yard waste pickup will begin in Kenwood on April 11</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa highlighted the state of the Hennepin/Lyndale Reconstruction Project road closures</li>\r\n	<li>On April 21, Board of Adjustment will be hearing variance for property at 2401 Sheridan Ave.  Adjacent residents will receive a notice in the mail by April 10<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa provided an overview of her and Council Member Barb Johnsons plan for the city to work with the Park Board to provide funding for neighborhood parks</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Gathering will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include a brief meeting:  the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association activities for the year.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lakes, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>As an action taken between meetings, the board approved the hiring of Red Wagon Pizza, and will be paid for by KIAA funds estimated at $1890.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong>2016/2017 Budgeting</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the merits and limitations of creating a budget for the 2016/2017 operating year.   The primary concern and is the complexity of the requirements for using various funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt Spies will coordinate an assembly of board members to explore ways to implement a framework for spending and raising KIAA funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board has indicated that they do not have capacity for an additional movie in the park for summer 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>An Oriole feeding station will be installed in Cedar Lake Park between May 3 – May 17 by Kenwood Elementary School students.  The project is sponsored by Birchbark Books.  Bird watching volunteers are needed.  Contact <a href=\"mailto:Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com\">Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>NOTE: The following information was approved to be added to the minutes by a motion taken after the meeting.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith (update provided in abstentia)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Since the March KIAA meeting, letters opposing the current SWLRT Kenilworth Plan were sent to Governor Dayton, Lt Governor Smith.  An aide in Governor Dayton’s office responded and assisted in getting a response from Adam Duininck, Chair, Metropolitan Council.  The letter thanked KIAA for our participation in the process and informed the following points:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Final EIS will be published in 2<sup>nd</sup> Quarter of 2016, and no other responses will be forthcoming until then.  In the EIS will be the answers to KIAAs (and others) DEIS and SDEIS responses.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a ten day public comment period</li>\r\n	<li>There will be no process for resolution of further concerns as this is not a part of the process of the National Environmental Protection Act process.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn expressed to the aide in Governor Dayton’s office that securing a form response from Mr Duininck was secondary to our concerns.  He asked for Governor Dayton to confirm that he was aware of and supports or does not support the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>That a derailment collision between an ethanol train and light rail train will be a significant danger to the community and Target Field.</li>\r\n	<li>That other less expensive and more flexible options for transit exist, including bus rapid transit</li>\r\n	<li>That the Chain of Lakes could be degraded due to pile driving</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is a defendant in a lawsuit over failure to disclose discussions of other routes</li>\r\n	<li>That ridership of an Uptown line would well exceed the current alignment</li>\r\n	<li>That projected ridership figures at 21<sup>st</sup> St Station are not credible</li>\r\n	<li>That there will be 22 hours of contiguous noise every five minutes in one of the quietest areas in Minneapolis</li>\r\n	<li>That not one low income neighborhood will be within reasonable walking distance of any Minneapolis station.</li>\r\n	<li>We asked for an appointment with the Governor.  There was no response.  Shawn waited ten days and said that because the Governor failed to respond, we would need to inform our constituents that our elected officials and the Governor are aware of the above controversies and find them to be acceptable.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Larry Moran at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is our Annual Neighborhood Gathering on Monday, May 2nd at 6 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner in front of The Kenwood and BeArtrageous. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org   </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> March 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 7th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi.  Also present Patrick Sadler, Pat Scott, Phil Nordberg, Laureen Carlson, Will Stensrud\r\n\r\nMarch Agenda was Approved Unanimously\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Patrick Sadler, Lisa Goodman’s Office</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Community Planning and Economic Development plan for both Ward 7 and the city were provided.  Any residents that would like a copy can contact Lisa’s office or go to the City Website.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be Noon, March 30<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall; the topic is Sister Cities of Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work continues on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Please contact Lisa’s office to receive email updates on construction closures.</li>\r\n	<li>The Workplace Partnership Meetings proceed to review sick time and paid time off policy.  A final recommendation is due March 16.</li>\r\n	<li>There are openings on multiple boards and commissions in Minneapolis.  Any interested residents can apply via the city website.</li>\r\n	<li>The Community Connection Conference is Saturday April 2<sup>nd</sup> at the Minneapolis Convention Center to kick off 3 Year Planning for Minneapolis 2040.  The public is invited.  Jeanette suggested that Lisa’s office post information to Next Door to ensure the 7<sup>th</sup> Ward is represented if nobody from KIAA is able to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Reduced pricing is being offered for rain barrels and compost bins.  <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>. The city will also have a limited number of trees available to residents for $25.  You can order a tree for your property beginning March 21, see <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Request for Support of Variance for Accessory Dwelling, 2401 Sheridan Ave S – Phil Nordberg and Laureen Carlson</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Phil and Laureen requested variance support from KIAA to be able to add a bathroom and categorize their garage as an ADU.  The overall footprint will not change.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is generally supportive.  The petitioners have not spoken to each neighbor but will be sending out notices to all neighbors within 300 feet.  Jeanette motioned to support the variances, contingent that neighbors are all informed and have no objections.  Motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is in the process of confirming the open swim, pop up playground, and other activities for Summer 2016.  Event schedules will be published in Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette signed the agreement for extra police patrols.  With the warm weather, Matt is working with Park Police to start patrols.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities are being coordinated with Kenwood School, including bird watching.  Volunteers are needed to lead school hikes in April and May, please contact Angie Erdrich at angie_sandeep@yahoo.com</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that since the last meeting, letters were sent to the FTA, Senator Klobuchar, Senator Franken, and Rep Ellison as KIAA continues to escalate neighborhood concerns over this project.</li>\r\n	<li>A letter was also sent to Governor Dayton and Lt Governor Smith, with copies of the letters sent to the State and Federal officials asking for his support in getting a meaningful response to neighborhood concerns, which are centered on the risks and ripple effects of co-location of SWLRT and ethanol trains.  His office responded with questions, and KIAA is preparing a communication to send back.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will invite Sophia Ginis from the Met Council to our April meeting since she did not respond to our March meeting invitation.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion that despite our concerns, planning moves ahead unabated.  All are encouraged to contact their elected officials if they have concerns over co-location, noise, vibration, cost, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA has been actively communicating neighborhood concerns to local, state, and federal officials.  Due to an overall lack of responsiveness to those, the board approved a motion to send communication to President Obama, which will represent the highest level of escalation, and likely final, that the board will take.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Meeting - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Annual Meeting will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association financials.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lake Press, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie, Josine, and Matt are researching options for food to reduce costs from last year.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Board Succession Planning - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         With Ed stepping down, KIAA will need to fill the Treasurer role starting May 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is actively seeking new board members.  We need neighbors that are willing to volunteer 3-4 hours per month either as a board member or support a subcommittee.  There are several board members that have served for a decade or more and are looking to retire.  We need your help to fill these positions to continue the level of thoroughness being delivered today.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is seeking a representative for the Green Zone work being done by the city.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 1st, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Meg Forney, Amanda Vallone, and Jody Strakosch\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be February 24<sup>th</sup>.  The topic will be the City Workforce Training and Equity programs on Job Training.</li>\r\n	<li>2431 22<sup>nd</sup> St W ownership has requested a historic review and may be requesting a variance to the board in the near future.  Neighbors are reminded that KIAA is typically notified of variance requests and can help navigate the process.</li>\r\n	<li>The city prefers that the SWLRT station be called “Cedar Lake Station.”  The Met Council has suggested that 21<sup>st</sup> St Station is not a clear indicator of the location of the station but has asked for input.  (KIAA hesitates to put forth a suggestion because KIAA does not support co-location of freight and light rail, but if KIAA were to have a preference it would be West 21<sup>st</sup> St.)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Closing the Gap in Our Parks - Meg Forney</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meg is looking for volunteers to work for a Citizens Group to get signatures to support a referendum on the ballot for “The Closing of the Gap” for funding of $15M/year for the next 20 years to implement repairs in neighborhood parks.  If residents are interested, please contact Meg or Anita Tabb at the Park Board.  Additional information is available on the Park Board website.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Funding Recommendation – Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The success at East Cedar Lake Beach to reduce crime was in large part due to the partnership between KIAA and the Park Police.  The recommendation from Chief Ohotto was to spend $5000 for 2016 vs $8000 spent last year.  Police reports were reduced from 101 in 2014 to 56 in 2015.</li>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to spend $5000 for additional police patrols at ECLB in 2016 and be active early in the season.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that two disbursements were made in January relating to SWLRT planning and the Metro Blooms project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Thrill Kenwood – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>This event raised $400 for The Bridge for Youth.</li>\r\n	<li>The 1<sup>st</sup> annual Rock Kenwood Dance Party will be held at the Rec Center on Saturday February 27<sup>th</sup> from 3-6PM.  There will be a DJ, contests, crafting, and more.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt recapped the recent committee meeting and the programming ideas for 2016.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log rolling and Open Swim are planned to continue in 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>New ideas include puppet shows, art activities, potlucks, and more.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is considering putting forth up to $2000 of additional funding for activities, and discussed how to engage neighbors that might be interested in donating funds to support the activities.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  Jody reported that the November and December meetings were cancelled by the Met Council.  In the January meeting, progress updates were shared by the project office.  Final environmental impact statement is due in April.  Civil construction will begin fall of 2016.  There will be 29 private properties impacted by construction in Minneapolis, primarily adjacent to the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported that some responses were received from correspondence to Minnesota Senators and Representatives on the Transportation Committees.  Some responded to take KIAA response under advisement, and some spoke in favor of KIAA’s position opposing co-location.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn brought a motion to continue to present KIAA’s position opposing co-location to FTA officials in the Chicago office that are working with the Met Council on the alignment.  The board unanimously approved to send a letter.  Shawn will circulate it as an action between meetings for board review and final approval.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette is working to identify a point of contact for the Restorative Justice Program, who would coordinate community service work for the people in the program.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA recognizes Stephen Dean and his long standing contributions to the neighborhood. Kathie Constantine shared that his tailoring business in Downtown Kenwood is expected to close at the end of March.  He kept the neighborhood looking good with the many fine seams, hems, and alterations he provided over his 40 years in business, and we wish him well in retirement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:46 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>January 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met January 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A body was found frozen in the ice in the channel between Lake Calhoun and Lake of the Isles on January 4<sup>th</sup>.  It is not known to be a crime related situation and there is no danger to the public.  Residents are encouraged to demonstrate caution before proceeding to go out on the ice, especially areas that are not designated for winter recreational use.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is on Wednesday January 27<sup>th</sup>, the topic is a preview of the 2016 state legislative session. Senator Dibble among other elected officials are expected to attend.  Please contact Lisa’s office if you plan to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale utility work continues.  Sewer work will be necessary on Vineland Place near the Walker and Sculpture Garden.  Construction updates and road closures are available via Lisa’s office in her email updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Residents are advised that there needs to be a minimum 5 foot clearance on either side of alleys and driveways.  Neighbors are having difficulties accessing driveways and alleys when visitors or residents are parked within 5 feet of one.  This has been a challenge particularly at Kenwood Corner.  If access is blocked, neighbors can call 311 for assistance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed updated KIAA that the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District paid KIAA for the 15 neighborhood Raingarden projects.  KIAA will in turn pay MetroBlooms with these funds, as well as the KIAA share of $1134, approved at the December Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Noise Issues</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Local businesses are advised to ensure that their garbage and recycling services are observing local noise ordinances.  Garbage and recycling are not to be picked up prior to 6AM.  We love our local businesses.  Neighbors observing violations are encouraged to speak to the business owner first, and if unresolved then take a photo of the truck and email KIAA or Lisa Goodman’s office and we will contact the refuse service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt updated KIAA that the next ECLB Committee Meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan 26<sup>th</sup> at 7PM at the Kenwood Community Center.  All are welcome.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will invite Park Police Chief Ohotto to the February meeting to start the dialogue on the strategy for the summer of 2016.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the SWLRT environmental impact statement will not consider impacts of freight rail changes in the Kenilworth Corridor funded by the project, according to a recent email from the Southwest Project Office.  These changes include moving the rail much closer to homes, upgrading the tracks, building a bridge across the Kenilworth Canal, and removing many trees and green spaces.  Further, although the SWLRT project will spend tens of millions of dollars to “co-locate” freight and light rail, the Met Council says it “is not making freight rail permanent” in the Kenilworth Corridor.  KIAA is concerned that the upgraded freight rail infrastructure could encourage more trains at higher speeds, and create additional noise and safety concerns.  KIAA believes the SDEIS is flawed because it does not treat freight as a permanent condition, and therefore adverse impacts are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the section 106 meeting on December 3<sup>rd</sup>.  Section 106 protects historic properties impacted by federally funded projects.  The Kenilworth Channel is protected by section 106.  With input by Michael Schroeder of the MPRB, a bridge design has been agreed upon and the historic WPA retaining walls on the east side of the proposed bridge are now under consideration.  A memorandum of understanding will be developed in the coming months, and KIAA will decide whether or not to sign it when the time comes.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn, on behalf of KIAA, contacted each member of the Minnesota Senate and House Transportation Committees to surface the board’s continued concerns with co-location.  KIAA asked that the $135M of the state portion of the funding be put on hold.  This is to be voted on in the upcoming legislative session.  KIAA maintains that in a time of increased concern over rail safety, co-location of light rail and ethanol trains will pose a continual and sustained danger to the Kenwood neighborhood should there be a derailment. and we remain opposed to co-location.  The Minneapolis City Council, knowing of this risk, has nonetheless approved co-location, so KIAA is appealing to the state level.</li>\r\n	<li>County Commissioner Marion Greene is planning a public meeting on Wednesday, February 3<sup>rd</sup>.  KIAA will post time and place to NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Angie Erdrich will post in Next Door Kenwood a notice to invite neighbors to determine interest for the MetroBlooms Raingarden program for 2016</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lake of the Isles Skating Party is Sunday, January 24<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:38 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>December 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 7th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Larry Moran, Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi, Josine Peters  Also Present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n<h1>Agenda was approved unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since November Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby composed a letter to the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee articulating KIAA concerns that the SDEIS had shortcomings.  These arise from Met Council’s decision to treat freight rail as an “existing condition.” However, the SWLRT proposes creating permanent freight rail infrastructure where only temporary rail exists, and SDEIS failed to properly consider the safety, environmental, vibration, noise, and economic impact of that decision with freight rail as an existing condition.  In the December meeting, KIAA members voted in favor of sending the letter prior to the CMC.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>December 9<sup>th</sup> is the final opportunity for residents to testify at the City Council meeting regarding the 2016 budget and taxes.  Lisa encourages residents to appear in person or email their city representatives to provide testimony and input on how residential tax revenue is generated and spent.  This meeting will be in the past by the time these minutes are published, however residents are notified well in advance of the annual hearing in their Truth in Taxation statements for future tax years.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January.  December 14<sup>th</sup> marks the annual December Later with Lisa event at the Normandy Inn.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work is continuing on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Infrastructure has deteriorated further than expected and the project is approximately 6 weeks behind.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa confirmed that a variance at 2432 Sheridan Ave S was approved by the city.  This was endorsed by KIAA at the November meeting.  KIAA will seek input as broadly as possible for future requests</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed provided prior the meeting a recap of monies received from KIAA members as well as November transactions (expenditures), and these were discussed in the meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>The source of the remainder of Rain Garden funding was discussed.  Jeanette moved to use money from the NRP neighborhood livability Phase II fund.  Passed unanimously.  Mike Bono agreed to ensure that all city requirements were met to utilize that fund.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Resolution regarding Jean Deatrick’s contract – Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jean’s contract is set to expire at the end of the year.  Jean supports KIAA with communication, publication of the minutes, announcements, reimbursements, and other administrative activities.  Mike moved to extend her contract under the same terms until December 31<sup>st</sup> 2016.  Ed seconded the motion.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies\r\n<h1>·         Matt is reaching out to the Park Board to align on proposed activities for summer 2016.  KIAA continues to work on ensuring ECLB will be able to be used safely by all residents.  There will be a public meeting in January to discuss 2016 strategies, date/time/place to be posted on Nextdoor Kenwood.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA increased funding in 2015 to support existing funding from the Park Board et al, and research will be done to understand how much funding will be in place from other sources prior to a KIAA funding commitment for 2016.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Discussion continued from the November meeting regarding engaging state and federal officials over ongoing concerns for rail safety as well as other unaddressed concerns.  KIAA will contact state level transportation bill conferees to raise the concerns before end of year, and then again as State Legislators go back into session in February.  KIAA will also contact Federal Transit officials in advance of final funding of the line to ensure that federal officials are aware of local concerns with regard to safety, environmental, noise, vibration, and economic adverse effects not sufficiently addressed in the SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Metro Blooms is asking if KIAA would be interested in partnering on Rain Gardens again in 2016.  Angie will inform them of KIAA interest, pending gauging neighborhood interest.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:33 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met November 2nd, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since October Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA sent a response to the SWLRT project office regarding SWLRT Section 106 meeting Sept 23<sup>rd</sup>, as it relates to concerns over the traffic study.  There is a discrepancy in the ridership numbers vs SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Variance Request for Peterson Residence, 2432 Sheridan Ave S</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Request made in person by owners to enlarge the structure, extending a less than six foot variance along the property line.  A second variance was requested to extend the garage by five feet closer to the street, which is still within the set back.  Angie motioned to support, Matt to second, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws, Articles – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed changes to KIAA bylaws to modernize them, having consulted with Robert Cooper of the City of Minneapolis legal department.  For example, serving information via email vs paper mail, yet preserving multi modal communication which would include an annual newsletter or mailings at the discretion of KIAA.  Ed moved that KIAA approve the rewritten bylaws which would then be filed with the state, and stored on KIAA’s website.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed then moved to change articles of incorporation to update the registered office of KIAA to the Kenwood Rec Center.  Matt seconded, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Gardens – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved to pay $1134 for KIAA cost share to Metro Blooms (or up to $1200 in case of minor variance in the final invoice).  The costs increased due to decreased participation due to untenable soil conditions or other issues that were not able to be mitigated.  Motion seconded by Jim, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>The raingarden at Kenwood Corner was paid for by the private donations and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  In order to finalize funding, a sign is needed.  The sign will be reviewed as action taken outside the meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         ECLB committee met in October to debrief the year and start planning for next year.  Residents that have ideas for activities for 2016 are encouraged to contact Matt Spies.  2015 saw a tremendous amount of success and KIAA is excited to build on this success but needs continued neighborhood engagement even if there was an increase in usage via activities and a decrease in criminal activity.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Engagement with Anita Tabb and the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board was also discussed as an offline action.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA discussed whether to continue to engage in SWLRT via writing letters to state and federal officials addressing co-location concerns in the Kenilworth Corridor as KIAA was unable to gain support at the city level.  Specifically, to petition state and federal officials to withhold funding due to continuing and increasing concerns over the danger of the co-location of ethanol trains and SWLRT.  Further action to be taken between meetings, but accountability of individual public officials will be the focus, specifically, their knowledge of the risks, and how they plan to vote, is the plan of action via written correspondence.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood general community update.  Jeanette will encourage CM Greene to have the meeting, KIAA will not formally participate.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:43 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 5th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich.\r\n\r\nOthers present:  CM Lisa Goodman, Marc Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), 2 other attendees\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The September lunch with Lisa had over 75 attendees to hear about the Nicollet Mall renovation.  At the October Lunch with Lisa Wed Oct 21<sup>st</sup>, to commemorate the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, State Senator Steve Simon will speak about the Voting Rights Act.  Room 334 of the St Thomas Law School.  All are welcome to attend, please RSVP in advance to Lisa’s office.</li>\r\n	<li>Fall street sweeping will start on October 20<sup>th</sup>.  Please watch for parking restrictions.  Social media will be used to communicate dates.</li>\r\n	<li>Cedar Lake Parkway will be repaved – from 394 to the BNSF bridge.  It will start October 19<sup>th</sup>, last 6 days, and be a complete closure.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding variances and tear downs.  Neighbors are encouraged to review variance proposals with KIAA board so the board can be aware of variance requests.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed attended to any previously discussed financial compliance and efficiency concerns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed that bylaws be examined and modernized.  For example, the bylaws state that minutes must be maintained in a book.  However, now electronic copies are preferred to minimize paper waste.  Also that 1<sup>st</sup> class mail is used for communications, and now electronic notice is more economical and more efficient.  There was also a discussion on how to document action (votes) taken outside of meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark re-requested funding from KIAA for a rechargeable sound system to be used for neighborhood programming, at a cost of $2200.  Motion to fund passed with two abstentions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Hennepin Lake Community Wine Tasting Fundraiser – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is selling tickets to the event which is being held on Wed October 28<sup>th</sup>.  Advance ticket sales benefit KIAA.  Please email Jeanette Colby; email is available on the KIAA website.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>It was noted that each member of the City Council, Mayor Hodges, and Peter Wagenius received a copy of the KIAA SDEIS with a request to require more information regarding mitigation, co-location, and construction concerns prior to granting municipal consent.  However, there was no response to KIAA from the Mayor or the Council and all city council members voted the same as prior municipal consent.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood Q/A meeting for any outstanding questions regarding the SWLRT project.  Jeanette and Shawn will post to Nextdoor Kenwood this opportunity to have a dialogue, to gauge neighborhood interest.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette outlined the finding to the Section 106 Traffic Study.  The finding in the study was that there would not be substantial changes to traffic near historic 106 properties.  The findings of the study appear to be inconsistent with the SDEIS statements regarding how many riders will use the 21<sup>st</sup> St Station and how riders will access the station.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will draft a letter to state and federal officials highlighting the danger of co-location of ethanol trains and high voltage LRT wires in the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Announcements/New Business – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee continues to meet monthly.  Meetings are posted to Nextdoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>Thrill Kenwood is Saturday October 24<sup>th</sup>, at 3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, November 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSeptember 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met September 14th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Park Police Chief Ohotto, Mark Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), Jean Deatrich (Hill and Lakes), and 6 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>September Agenda was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Recognition for Kathy Low for her participation in KIAA and to Larry Moran for Chairing KIAA for the past three years.</li>\r\n	<li>It was agreed that a November KIAA newsletter will be published and mailed.  Articles will be needed and will need to be sent to Jean Deatrich.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich led a discussion regarding the final cost of the Raingarden Project, which will be finalized at a future date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Bylaw and Finance Update – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that he will put together a list of proposed bylaw changes that were discussed at the July KIAA meeting to be submitted.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed gave an overview of committed and past spending as a follow up to the account balance update emailed prior to the meeting.  It was determined to maintain one KIAA account going forward, instead of two, and Ed named some follow up tasks that he would tend to in order to ensure KIAA is compliant with the city policy, and it was also determined to maintain a May 31<sup>st</sup> fiscal year end and coincide with the annual election of the KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark requested funding from KIAA for the replacement of 3 picnic tables and a sound system.  A vote was deferred until ownership of the space where the picnic tables is housed could be confirmed.  Additionally, it was suggested that the Rec Center request funding from the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto/Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Chief Ohotto shared that police reports for ECLB were 69 in 2015 vs 2014 last year.  Most reports were misdemeanors.  He attributes the reduction to Matt Spies and his task force and the community involvement at the beach, as well as concerned residents calling 911 when incidents occurred.  Chief Ohotto recommended continued KIAA-funded hours and activities moving forward.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Subcommittee Meeting is on October 13<sup>th</sup> at 7PM, Kenwood Rec Center.  Residents are encouraged to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Permit Parking was discussed as a deterrent.  There is a Next Door thread discussing a petition to request it to deter beach attendance.  KIAA in the past has recommended that this is not a viable solution to deter crime, however agreed that the SubCommittee should reevaluate this as a solution to ensure that any recommendation reflects current views.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Amanda Vallone - beArtrageous</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda on behalf of beArtrageous proposed some activities for ECLB for 2016.  Activities would be for residents of all ages:  potlucks, craft parties, coffee and sunset gatherings, etc.  Activities would be funded by CPP or participants.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda requested funding from KIAA to fund Thrill Kenwood on October 24<sup>th</sup>.  The activity is a neighborhood dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at the corner of Penn and 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Proceeds go to Bridge for Youth, and emergency Shelter for for 10-17 year old youth.  KIAA approved $800 to fund the event, about 40% of the budget.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>MPRB Ice Rink Warming Hut – Cliff Swenson/Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>MPRB is considering updating the warming hut (without disruption to the footprint or skating area) at Lake of the Isles and across other rinks in the park system.  MPRB is beginning the process of informing city boards about the redesign, and if the project moves forward there would be a community engagement process in the future.  Goal is to have the project done by Fall 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Jeanette Colby/Shawn Smith/Jody Strakosch</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody updated from the Community Advisory Committee, which met recently and the Project Office is proceeding as if they have full funding.  Jody asked that the key elements of the project be a standing topic on the agenda going forward, including co-location, noise, vibration, etc.  Meetings occur the 4<sup>th</sup> Thursday of every month.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette offered to contact County Commissioner Marion Greene to see if we would conduct a public hearing to ask questions.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA agreed to distribute the SDEIS response to additional public officials.  The purpose is to gain support to get answers to those questions posed in the response, submitted to the Project Office in July 2015, that have yet to be answered.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, October 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met July 6th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Lisa Goodman, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee and KIAA Board Member-Elect), Jean Deatrick, and 2 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby nominated Matt Spies to the board and his appointment was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City of Minneapolis Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be August 26<sup>th</sup>.  Topic is TBD and Lisa is seeking input on ideas of broad interest to the ward.</li>\r\n	<li>NextDoor Kenwood will be increasingly used by the city for announcements and crime alerts, so neighbors are encouraged to sign up for the site.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion regarding street paving and repair.  Lisa encourages neighbors to call 3-1-1 to report any potholes in need of fill.  Major repaving for roads in need of repair could result in a potentially significant tax assessment for property owners on the street repaired.</li>\r\n	<li>Because of the buffer zone around parkland, it was emphasized that feral cats are not allowed in much of the Kenwood neighborhood, and should be reported to animal control.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report/Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Year end financial recaps were circulated to KIAA board members prior to the July meeting.  The balance sheet will be attached to the CPP annual report to be sent to the city.  KIAA fiscal year runs from June 1 to May 31 due to the timing of the election of the board in May.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA bylaws have not been updated in several years.  Ed offered to chair a subcommittee to review where updates should be made to allow more relevant communication methods, eg allowing electronic communication vs by US Mail.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP Annual Report – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the KIAA 2014 CPP Annual report be approved and sent to the city, and the motion was unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Dinkytown Historic Commercial Preservation – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The city is voting July 10<sup>th</sup> regarding preservation of the Dinkytown business district.  KIAA will circulate the letter from the preservation group should Kenwood residents wish to show support.  KIAA will not file a formal support with the city but voted to send a statement to the City Council in support of the Marcy Holmes Neighborhood Association (Dinkytown) in its adherence to its neighborhood small area plan.  Small area plans are developed with broad community input and may put parameters on developers to preserve neighborhood history and aesthetics.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Uptown Neighborhoods Working Group (UNWG) – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Per UNWG request, Josine attended the recent meeting of the working group and will provide input into the decisions and discussions related to the Uptown neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Raingardens Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The installations of raingardens in Kenwood continue to have interest in the neighborhood and Angie will continue to provide input and updates to Metro Blooms and KIAA.  20 Residences are approved to be funded by Metro Blooms and KIAA.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log Rolling continues to be a popular event – future dates will be announced on NextDoor Kenwood.  Open Water Swimming, sponsored by YWCA, is rolling out this summer.</li>\r\n	<li>Pledges have been raised for $1350 to fund a pop-up Adventure Park, 3 events to occur this summer.  Matt requested $750 in funding from KIAA to reach the goal of $3000 and for a fund to be established to be administered by KIAA to house the funding as it is collected.  Jeanette so moved and the motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Crime and Safety – Chief Ohotto provided an update in advance of the meeting that crime is down from prior years.  There are still some incidents that have required police response but of less frequency and severity vs prior summers.  Ed Pluimer reminded the board that $8K was allocated for increased police patrols this summer.  KIAA will continue to evaluate the effectiveness of the expenditure.</li>\r\n	<li>The next ECLB subcommittee meeting will be July 14<sup>th</sup> at Kenwood Rec Center and will be published on NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Supplementary Draft EIS Response – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS response was submitted to the board for review prior to the meeting.  There was a general discussion regarding edits related to construction impacts, property values.  Angie moved to approve the response with amendments, and the motion passed unanimously.  The amendments to increase the focus on the response relating to construction short term impacts (noise, vibration, road damage).  The KIAA response will be submitted to the Met Council, and a response will be requested, by the July 21<sup>st</sup> deadline.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Investing in Neighborhood Parks/Closing the Gap – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Minneapolis Park and Rec Board is conducting neighborhood hearings through late September to discuss the current state of Minneapolis Parks and those in need of repairs that may have been deferred.  Please see the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board for dates on upcoming hearings.  You can also email <a href=\"mailto:closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org\">closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org</a> for information and input.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, August 3rd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>June 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 1st, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and Jean Deatrich, and 3 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in June or July.  The next will be August 6<sup>th</sup>, topic is TBD.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa is sending out a weekly downtown event and construction alert including sporting and arts events and street closures.  Future emails will include the reconstruction of Hennepin at Lyndale, Nicollet Mall Reconstruction, etc. Residents can sign up for the weekly Friday email by emailing Lisa’s office.  She is hopeful that the information will help residents and visitors get around town a little easier with all the construction and exciting downtown events.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Streets events are starting, sponsored by the city and the Bicycle Coalition.  There will be road closures and roads will be open to pedestrians and bikers.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.openstreetsmpls.com/\">www.openstreetsmpls.com</a> for more information.</li>\r\n	<li>With the warm weather approaching, residents are advised to keep garages and homes locked when not home.  This will deter crimes of opportunity.  Also, keep valuables out of sight in your car, and keep your car locked even when it is in your garage.  Residents are encouraged to call 911 if you see any suspicious activity.  This will help control crimes of opportunity.</li>\r\n	<li>The City and the Park Board advise to water trees regularly, and advise against pruning ash trees, which can spread the Emerald Ash borer.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update (ECLB, “Hidden Beach”) – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Activities are being planned to increase resident usage of the beach.  Activities will mainly be sponsored by a 3<sup>rd</sup> party, not the Park Board or City.  Matt will submit an article to Hill and Lakes Press with more information in an upcoming issue.</li>\r\n	<li>The first log roll was held on Saturday May 30th with about 25 attendees.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Lake Swimming is in the planning stages, similar Lake Nokomis Open Swim.  The intent is to give residents the opportunity to swim in open water for exercise and triathlon training.  Also for trained swimmers that do not have access to a pool.  The open swim events will be managed by the YMCA.</li>\r\n	<li>Other events are being planned, such as morning meditations, arts events, and more.  Announcements will be shared via the Nextdoor Kenwood website, so please sign up for the site for alerts on upcoming events.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is working to see if a sign can be secured to post at the entrance of the beach area announcing the schedule of activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is doing an amazing job leading the ECLB subcommittee and KIAA appreciates his dedication and effort to bring fun activities to ECLB for everyone.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low outlined the revised neighborhood priority plan that was drafted to direct activities and advise the expenditure of Community Participation Program funds.  Changes to the former plan were advised in response to a recent survey of residents and ongoing KIAA priorities.  Kathy did not seek re-election and was handing the work off to the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Included in the plan is SWLRT work, additional police patrols for ECLB, monthly newsletter, and neighborhood programming activities.</li>\r\n	<li>The final revised plan will be submitted to the city and put on record in the KIAA archives.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS is now published which reflects co-location of Light Rail and Freight Rail.  LRT Done Right is drafting a response to the SDEIS (Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement).  Jeanette Colby proposed that KIAA utilize the LRT Done Right as a foundation to the response for KIAA.  The responses are due by July 6<sup>th</sup> unless an extension is granted.  KIAA will draft a response representative of views expressed by residents and an evaluation of the SDEIS.  Any resident can review the SDEIS at <a href=\"http://www.metrocouncil.org/\">www.metrocouncil.org</a>.  Residents are encouraged to review environmental findings and mitigation plans and provide input to the Met Council directly.  The City of Minneapolis and Park Board are each planning to submit a response to the SDEIS in addition to those of LRT Done Right and KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to be involved with the Citizens Advisory Committee.  KIAA did not support co-location of freight and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor, but will focus the feedback on mitigation that is needed as determined by the board for safety, vibration, noise, light, and economic potential adverse effects on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of KIAA Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby was elected to Chair of the Board.  Ed Pluimer was re-elected as Treasurer.  Larry Moran was elected Vice Chair, to help oversee that transition of the position of Chair to Jeanette.  Shawn Smith was re-elected to Secretary.  The website will be updated by Jean Deatrich to reflect the officers for the next annual period.  It was noted that new members will be needed to continue the work of the board as some members have served for several terms and new resident participation is needed for succession planning.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2015 KIAA 4<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA had its 4<sup>th</sup> annual gathering on May 5<sup>th</sup> in Downtown Kenwood, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">In attendance were the KIAA board, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene, MPRB Anita Tabb, Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, 8 serving board members up for re-election, and approximately 80 neighbors.</p>\r\nThe gathering began at 6PM. The weather was great and everyone enjoyed complimentary Red Wagon Pizza and beverages provided by KIAA. Janet Hallaway from The Bridge for Youth was available to answer questions regarding her organization and to take donations. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM. He stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year: SWLRT work including work on the CAC and mitigation of potential adverse effects to the neighborhood, support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Movies in the Park, Kenwood Carnival, and the Skating Party. He also introduced Matt Spies, who leads the subcommittee working to address concerns over East Cedar Lake “Hidden” Beach. Angie Erdrich gave an update on the Raingarden to be constructed at Kenwood Corner in August 2015.\r\n\r\nLarry introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to himself: Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Ed Pluimer, and Shawn Smith. Larry made the motion for re-election, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood. If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us. If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> April 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">The KIAA Board met April 6, 2015, at Kenwood Rec Center.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Board Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Others present: Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and other Kenwood residents</p>\r\n\r\n<h1><strong>7th Ward Update - City Council Member Lisa Goodman </strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping on most north/south streets will be the week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; east/west streets and the remaining north/south streets will be the week of April 20<sup>th</sup>. Yard waste pickup begins week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; use compostable bags or yard waste containers.</li>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be on Wednesday April 29<sup>th</sup>. Olga Viso, Executive Director of the Walker Art Center, will give an in-depth look at the Walker’s $75 million renovation plans, including the Sculpture Garden and improvements to the hill and along Vineland Place. As usual, please arrive between 11:30 - 11:45 am to get lunch and a seat for the program.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa Goodman is also arranging a visit to the Minneapolis Emergency Operations Center the week of May 4<sup>th</sup> for interested residents. The Center was moved to Fridley and improved after the 35W bridge collapse. Space will be limited. Notice will be sent to anyone who is signed up for her regular notices by email. (Email her office if you would like to be added to her distribution list.)</li>\r\n	<li>Some qualified residents of CIDNA and Lowry Hill have volunteered to be on the Kenilworth Station Art and Landscape Committee that will look at station area design for some of the Minneapolis Southwest Light Rail stations. Selections will be made soon; contact Lisa Goodman’s office if anyone else is interested. KIAA expressed the strong interest in having this committee consider ways that the presence of a station could have a positive impact on problems at East Cedar Lake beach. Lisa Goodman thinks the committee will be focused only on the station design.</li>\r\n	<li>The owners of 1800 Lake/Knox project have stopped pumping water from the basement of the building into Lake Calhoun in accordance with the consent decree.</li>\r\n	<li>The City’s composting program has started; organics can be taken to drop-off sites listed at <a href=\"http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996\">http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996</a>. One of the drop-off sites is the South Transfer Station, 2850 20th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55407. Organics pick up will start in April 2016 for the Kenwood neighborhood. Homeowners will be charged for the service whether they sign up for pick up or not.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The East Cedar Lake Beach KIAA subcommittee recently met and also conducted an online survey. Survey results will be posted on NextDoor; there was interest in log-rolling, which could be once/week in partnership with the maker of synthetic logs who lives in the area, as well as point-to-point swimming across Cedar Lake. The Park Board indicated that they would be supportive of this swimming by providing a lifeguard and allowing this activity, which normally is prohibited.</li>\r\n	<li>The subcommittee discussed that the Park Police are best situated to determine when to deploy extra policing funded by KIAA. Josine Peters introduced a resolution to allocate an additional $3,000 (when added to the previously approved $5,000, for a total of $8,000) of remaining KIAA NRP funds to the Police Buy-Back contract with the City. Jack Levi seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Another idea for positive programming at the Beach is a canoe paddle derby. Jeanette Colby has confirmed the details for one KIAA-sponsored event for all ages: the Open Eye Figure Theatre Driveway Tour will be on Friday, June 5th at 7 p.m. at East Cedar Lake Beach. Residents are invited to picnic and enjoy an innovative puppet show. Jeanette Colby introduced a resolution approving $400 for the event; Kathy Low seconded and it passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Long-term solutions to the problems at the Beach were also discussed at the subcommitee’s recent meeting. Some of the Park Board’s ideas to be considered in the future include fixing up trails and constructing restrooms. <strong>The</strong> suggestion that a CAC be formed as a forum for discussing these kinds of changes was met with enthusiasm.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>SWLRT Discussion - Kathy Low</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy provided an update on the 106 review (environmental review process re: adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties in the neighborhood). KIAA continues to use the PVN consulting firm to assist in our role as consulting party in this process. Kathy proposed a resolution to approve a contract with PVN for 2015 and to add $2,000 to the contract with the City using Neighborhood Priority Plan funds to cover this cost. The consultant will discuss with KIAA what scope of work is requested for each future meeting. It is possible that CIDNA will share in the cost of the consultant’s time to prepare and attend meetings<strong>.</strong> The motion was seconded and carried unanimously. Kathy will attend the next 106 meeting on April 22<sup>nd</sup> and KIAA will seek a new representative for future meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>KIAA Annual Gathering – Angie Erdrich, Ed Pluimer</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> outside the downtown Kenwood businesses on West 21<sup>st</sup> Street beginning at 6 pm. BeARTrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Ed proposed a resolution to allocate $100 each to help with expenses those two businesses will incur as well as funds to cover other KIAA expenses for supplies for the event. Kathy Low seconded and the resolution passed unanimously. Delicious individually-prepared pizza will be prepared on site by Red Wagon Pizza. There will be a brief presentation by Chair Larry Moran at 6:30 describing KIAA activities. The 2015-2016 KIAA board will then be elected: new board members are needed and encouraged to attend. Last year was a huge success and all residents are welcome. Donations to the Bridge for Youth will be accepted.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:25 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, May 4th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on 21<sup>st</sup> Street in front of the Kenwood businesses as described above. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident in each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kiaa55405@gmail.com.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met March 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee), Dr. Eric Larson, and 6 other attendees and neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>No Update this month</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto provided an update on how KIAA funding was utilized in the summer of 2014 beach season. A total of 93 hours were utilized by park police for a budget cost of $6084, over the authorization of $5000 by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Most offenses at ECLB are due to narcotics and alcohol. Submitted for the minutes was a 10 year recap of police reports. 2014 had 101 reports written (not necessarily arrests)</li>\r\n	<li>Chief would like to continue to have “buy back” patrols in 2015 and to have funding in place before June for proactive presence at the beach. The Chief’s recommendation was to have an officer present from 11AM till 4PM on scheduled days (from buy back funding), so as not to double up coverage that is regularly scheduled after 2PM till 10PM, based on availability. He also recommended the board reach out to the 5<sup>th</sup> Precinct City Attorney for partnership in increasing awareness of repeat offenders. Further, to reach out to Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams for support.</li>\r\n	<li>Preceding the recommendation of the Hidden Beach task force, which will be provided to KIAA later in March, Jeanette Colby made a motion to authorize $5000 initially pending the recommendation of the committee (to be finalized March 17<sup>th</sup> at the rec center at 6:30, public welcome) and to be revisited at a later date in case extra funding is needed due to ideas that come from the task force. Josine Peters seconded. Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Larry Moran provided an update from the Community Advisory Committee meeting (Jody Strakosch is the neighborhood CAC representative), which occurs the last Tuesday of each month. Topics included Development Reviews, Community Works, and Design and Engineering. The primary issue was the SDEIS which will be delayed until late Spring or early summer, or later. This is important as SDEIS would speak to the environmental impact of co-location of freight and LRT in the Kenilworth Corridor with a single tunnel. Once complete, the public will have a 45 day period to comment.</li>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low provided an update on the 106 review (adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties). In December, KIAA sent a letter outlining concerns on this topic. MnDot agreed to expedite traffic studies to assess impact of project. It remains unclear what, if any, mitigation will be done to mitigate potential adverse impacts on historic properties. Motion carried unanimously for Kathy Low to send the letter regarding KIAA position on the channel. Motion also carried unanimously to authorize an additional $500 to pay the consultants PVN to help KIAA prepare a response letter to the most recent 106 consultation meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>Dr. Eric Larson, neighbor, addressed the board regarding the transportation of flammable liquids through the Kenilworth Corridor alongside SWLRT. He sent a letter to Fire Chief Fruetel asking him to explore the inherent danger of, and a plan to manage and mitigate the damage in the event of a spill or fire resulting from an ethanol train accident. Construction of the shallow tunnel will occur 12 feet from the freight rail track. Motion carried unanimously to endorse the letter.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn Smith made a motion to update, sign on behalf of KIAA, and send a letter to Senator Dibble recapping the discussion on outstanding questions on SWLRT from the last two meetings, to outline where information is needed and outstanding concerns that are not addressed. Seconded by Josine, carried unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Sculpture Garden Renovation – Josine Peters (minutes addendum)</h1>\r\n<strong>Statement:</strong>\r\n\r\nAs part of the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden renovation, the Walker Art Center will temporarily remove most sculptures. Many will be in storage, but others will be on short- or long-term loan to a number of Twin Cities institutions so that the public can still enjoy them during the construction project. The Walker is still in conversation with these potential partners and is identifying particular works for relocation. No official decisions have been made.\r\n\r\nOne thing we know for certain is that the Frank Gehry <em>Standing Fish</em> will be relocated from the Cowles Conservatory in order to reimagine that particular space. A formal announcement will be made in early 2015 announcing the relocation of specific artworks and their locations.\r\n\r\nMore information can be found on Minneapolisparks.org. Search under “current projects”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Carnival</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Motion carried unanimously to authorize $750 Kenwood Carnival.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> in front of the Kenwood Restaurant, 6-7:30. BeArtrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Food will be Red Wagon Pizza. New prospective board members are welcome. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Volunteers are Needed for Earth Day Cleanup.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meet on Saturday, April 25<sup>th</sup> at the Kenwood Rec Center. 9:30-noon. More info to come in April.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>February 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met February 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; 4 neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1>Lunch with Lisa on Feb 25<sup>th</sup> and the topic is TBD at the time of this meeting. There will be a communication shortly to provide interested residents the time, place and topic. The last lunch was well attended with a speaker from the Youth Homelessness Initiative.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There is a wrecking permit pulled for a residence at 2536 Upton S for a replacement house.</li>\r\n	<li>Property valuation notices for 2015 have been mailed to residents. If residents would like to have a review for equalization of their property value, it must be done at this time. If you believe your property is not correctly assessed, please refer to the City of Minneapolis website for instructions. You will need to pull your own comparative properties and submit an application for review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update, Section 106 Review (potential affects of SWLRT on historic properties) – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that the next SWLRT section 106 consultation meeting is 2/6. KIAA will attend the meeting along with the other consulting parties; SWLRT project staff, the State Historic Preservation Office, City of Minneapolis, the Park Board, CIDNA, and others. This meeting concerns solely the impact on the historical Kenilworth Channel crossing. Adverse effects on neighborhood historic properties from construction as well as operation of the trains and related traffic will continue to be the top focus of KIAA at future 106 meetings. Jeanette Colby motioned to approve $500 for the KIAA retained consultants Preservation Design Works to attend the meeting, Josine Peters seconded. The motion was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a follow up discussion led by Larry Moran regarding the need for specifics from the SW Project office for what to expect in 2015 on the project to be able to inform residents and how best to obtain that information. Suggestions that were made would be finalized after the meeting as a follow up but included contacting representatives to request their attention to any concerns that are not being addressed.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Larry Moran</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA task force is continuing to work on solutions for the 2015 beach season. The importance of continuity was stressed for a neighborhood strategy to address neighborhood concerns regarding the beach. If KIAA funds extra park police patrols in 2015, KIAA would work with funding recipients to align on how the money would be spent, and would look to include Chief Ohotto and Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams in the conversations. Jack Levi to follow up with Kathy Williams for an update from the task force on long term strategies and next steps.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> January 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 5, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Vice Chair Mike Bono called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; Dan Pennie, Anne Carayon, Dylan Thomas (SW Journal), Jean Deatrick (Hill and Lakes Press), Bruce Brunner, Donna Minter, Jody Strakosch\r\n\r\n7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman\r\n<h1><em> </em>Lunch with Lisa on Jan 28<sup>th</sup> will feature a Youth Homelessness speaker. RSVP to Lisa’s office is appreciated.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>SWLRT. There will be CIDNA, KIAA, Bryn Mawr, and Cedar Lake Park Association representation on committees regarding the W 21<sup>st</sup> St and Penn Ave stations. The city is seeking individuals with landscape architecture experience to serve on the committees and give input on environmental mitigation and remediation strategies.</li>\r\n	<li>A CIDNA homeowner described damage to homes on Sunset Blvd from the recent Met Council sewer reconstruction project. The Met Council and its contractor have not satisfactorily addressed the homeowners’ property damage claims according to the testimonial. Kathy Low brought forth a resolution for discussion, similar to one recently passed by CIDNA, requesting that the Met Council revise processes to resolve damage disputes and compensate property owners who suffer damage due to Met Council projects, especially in light of the proposed SWLRT construction. Discussion on how to engage state and city leadership is an issue that is common to neighborhoods at risk of damage by construction, for the agenda of a January 21<sup>st</sup> meeting. Kathy Low moved for approval of the resolution. Jeanette Colby seconded. Unanimously passed and final version was published to KIAA post-meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that on 1/7 the Park Board will vote on two resolutions – 1) request approval of funding to complete a study of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel for SWLRT 2) a letter to the FTA stating that input from the Park Board has not been duly considered (note: the Park Board subsequently voted to approve these motions in the 1/7 meeting). In the board’s materials for discussion is the KIAA Section 106 letter (which is in regard to the adverse effects of construction on historic districts or properties). This letter was approved between KIAA monthly meetings. There was a general discussion regarding upcoming opportunities for neighborhood input, potentially coordinating input with CIDNA and Cedar Lake Park Association, and the reliability of the funding for above mentioned mitigation strategies.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Property Resolution – Kathy Low</h1>\r\nHidden Beach Committee\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike Bono surfaced the discussion of the formation of a KIAA committee to proactively handle concerns for Hidden Beach. The committee chair description was developed by Chair Larry Moran prior to the meeting and was reviewed by the board members present. Angie Erdrich offered to get input on the draft description from Kathy Williams and the Hidden Beach committee she chairs currently.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nKIAA Annual Gathering\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The date of the Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. Preparations are underway and more details are to come. All neighbors are encouraged to join in the annual celebration of our neighborhood, and participate in the election of the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nRain Gardens\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich shared that 20 residents had applied for raingardens. A huge win for the</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>The Rain Garden grant is through Metro Blooms.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Addendum:</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The City of Minneapolis Public Works Department, after consultation with the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board, is working with a contractor to install a temporary diversion of the stormwater system from an outfall pipe in the Lagoon (between Lake of the Isles and Lake Calhoun) to the north shoreline of Lake Calhoun.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWork on the installation begain last week and is expected to be completed by January 16.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Mike Bono at 8:39 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<table width=\"640\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"9\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"4\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n&nbsp;','KIAA','','inherit','closed','closed','','1607-revision-8','','','2017-10-02 13:57:08','2017-10-02 18:57:08','',1607,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/10/02/1607-revision-8/',0,'revision','',0),(1323,2,'2016-01-30 15:38:53','2016-01-30 21:38:53','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2015 meetings will be held on July 6, September 14, October 5, November 2, and December 7.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-136','','','2016-01-30 15:38:53','2016-01-30 21:38:53','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2016/01/30/240-revision-136/',0,'revision','',0),(1388,2,'2016-06-10 12:03:16','2016-06-10 17:03:16','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2016 meetings will be held on June 6, July 11, September 12, October 3, November 7, and December 5.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-142','','','2016-06-10 12:03:16','2016-06-10 17:03:16','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2016/06/10/240-revision-142/',0,'revision','',0),(1389,2,'2017-01-21 13:14:46','2017-01-21 19:14:46','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2016 meetings will be held on June 6, July 11, September 12, October 3, November 7, and December 5.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-143','','','2017-01-21 13:14:46','2017-01-21 19:14:46','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/01/21/240-revision-143/',0,'revision','',0),(1390,2,'2017-01-21 13:15:35','2017-01-21 19:15:35','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2016 meetings will be held on June 6, July 11, September 12, October 3, November 7, and December 5.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-144','','','2017-01-21 13:15:35','2017-01-21 19:15:35','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/01/21/240-revision-144/',0,'revision','',0),(1600,1,'2017-10-02 12:38:27','2017-10-02 17:38:27','&nbsp;\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n(click on a topic below to view)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#what\">What is KIAA?</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#message\">Message from KIAA Chair</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#listing\">Listing of Board Members</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#join\">Join a Committee</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#support\">Support Our Neighborhood</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#minutes\">KIAA Board Meeting Minutes</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Bylaws_2011.pdf\">KIAA bylaws (click for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-EEO-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA EEO Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-ADA-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA ADA Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/KIAA-Grievance-Procedure1.docx\">KIAA Grievance Procedure</a>\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"what\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>What is KIAA ?</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Isles Area Association</strong> <strong></strong>is a volunteer organization of Kenwood residents who, since 1962, have worked together in a collaborative effort to address issues and matters related to maintaining and improving the quality of life in our neighborhood. The neighborhood-elected Board of Directors generally meets the 1st Monday of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. These meetings are open to the public. The topics of discussion include:\r\n\r\nA City Council update from Lisa Goodman, our City Council representative\r\n\r\nA Treasurer’s report\r\n\r\nCommittee updates\r\n\r\nOther neighborhood updates/news\r\n\r\nWe invite you to attend our meetings and to become involved in the neighborhood by joining the Board or serving on one of our committees: Communications, Crime and Safety, Events/Special Projects, Light Rail Transit (LRT), Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP), and Zoning.\r\n\r\nWe also invite you to participate in our neighborhood events which include:\r\n\r\nThe City of Lakes Loppet and neighborhood skating party in late January/early February\r\n\r\nOur annual neighborhood meeting in May\r\n\r\nSpecial events in Kenwood Park during the summer\r\n\r\nThe Twin Cities Marathon in early October.\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA Mission Statement</strong> – To build a strong community in the Kenwood-Isles area by providing leadership, information on local matters, and a forum for issues resolution.\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Mascot</strong>, Egret (Why the Egret you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Color</strong>, Red (Why red you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\"><img title=\"egret-red\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"448\" height=\"261\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Message from KIAA Chair</strong> –\r\n\r\nThe KIAA Board continues to work on issues affecting Kenwood residents. These issues include:\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li><strong>Light Rail</strong>. The planned construction of light rail in the neighborhood brings both great opportunity and challenge. Connecting to a growing system will allow residents access to the western suburbs, both downtowns, the northern suburbs, and the airport. We face two challenges with the arrival of light rail: we need to ensure that it moves safely through the neighborhood; we need to work to make sure that is has the least impact on the neighborhood and the environment. To that end, we have neighbors on the various committees that are making decisions on design, station areas, and the mitigation of the overall effect the project will have on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Freight Rail Re-Route</strong>. The approved plan for the light rail construction requires the reroute of the freight line out of the Kenilworth Corridor (because of space constraints). Currently, there is discussion to redesign the project in order to allow both light rail and freight rail to run in the corridor. KIAA Board members are involved in meetings that discuss the issue and are trying to make sure resident concerns are heard.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Parade Road</strong>. Though it is not in Kenwood, the reconstruction of the road in front of Parade Ice Garden affects many residents. We have followed the discussions and have heard presentations from Anita Tabb, our Park Board Representative.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>The Budget</strong>. As we faced last year, budget issues are affecting Kenwood Recreation Center. We are working closely with the management of the center to offer whatever help we can.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\nWe invite your input and involvement in any of these issues. We also are glad to hear from you about any other issue you think is affecting the quality of life in our neighborhood. Join us for our monthly board meeting. Volunteer to be part of the board or work on specific board committees (e.g., LRT, zoning, communications, crime and safety). Visit our new website (<strong><a href=\"../../\">http://kenwoodminneapolis.org</a></strong>) and stay informed on neighborhood events and news.\r\n\r\nThanks and have a great spring!\r\n\r\nKIAA Board Chair\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"listing\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Shawn Smith (Chair)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Larry Moran (Vice Chair) </strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Jack Levi (Secretary)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:jack@levicapital.com\">jack@levicapital.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Matthew Spies (Treasurer)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>matthew.spies@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Michael Bono</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:mbono@brocade.com\">mbono@brocade.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Mark Brown</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:pluim2020@aol.com\">M</a>ark@AcceleratedInnovations.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong><a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><a href=\"mailto:angie_sandeep@yahoo.com\">angie_sandeep@yahoo.c</a>om\r\n\r\n<strong>Carl Goldstein</strong>\r\n\r\ncarl@wordsonfire.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Kyle Leier</strong>\r\n\r\nKyleier@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeremy Nichols</strong>\r\n\r\njsn@umn.edu\r\n\r\n<strong>Will Stensrud</strong>\r\n\r\nwillstensrud@gmail.com\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div><strong>Join a Committee</strong> – The <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> would love to have more neighborhood participation on our standing committees. We need your ideas on how to make the <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> even better and more relevant to everyone in the neighborhood. Any one who lives or owns property in the Kenwood neighborhood is eligible to join. If you are interested in participating, please contact any of the committee members listed:</div>\r\n<table width=\"810\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Communications </strong>(Chair is vacant) –This committee works toward better communication among neighbors, KIAA Board members, and other organizations and entities. It also works to promote the Kenwood neighborhood.Responsibilities include:</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Publishing the semi-annual KIAA newsletter and monthly e-newsletter</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the KIAA web site</li>\r\n	<li>Creating/maintaining the neighborhood welcome kit</li>\r\n	<li>Developing communication materials and methods</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the neighborhood e-mail distribution list</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong> Chair is Mark Johnson – <a href=\"mailto:mjruns26@gmail.com\">mjruns26@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee works to promote safety in the Kenwood neighborhood.Goals include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Keeping the community safe</li>\r\n	<li>Educating residents about safety issues</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating information about crimes in the area in a timely and accurate manner</li>\r\n	<li>Recruiting block leaders</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining a relationship with the Minneapolis Police Dept. and Crime Prevention Specialist</li>\r\n	<li>For more information or to subscribe to the quarterly e-newsletter for our precinct (the 5th) visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>or text SPOTLIGHT to 22828.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Events/Special Projects</strong> Chair is Amy Lucas – <a href=\"mailto:amylucas@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">amymlucas@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee plans neighborhood events and works with the Kenwood Recreation Center staff and other neighborhood associations to co-sponsor events. It also addresses issues of current interest to neighborhood residents and ensures KIAA representation on community task forces.Some of the annual events coordinated by this committee are:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Skating party</li>\r\n	<li>Earth day/community cleanup day</li>\r\n	<li>Neighborhood Annual Meeting</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>LRT</strong> Chair is Jeanette Colby – <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\" target=\"_blank\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\nHennepin County and the Met Council are planning a light rail line (SWLRT) between Eden Prairie and downtown Minneapolis that would run along the Kenilworth Trail through the Kenwood neighborhood. KIAA has taken an active role in advocating for high design standards and mitigation that protect our parks and neighborhood.Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Attending community meetings</li>\r\n	<li>Drafting resolutions</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with the KIAA Board and neighbors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong></strong><strong>NRP </strong>Chair position is vacant\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as liaison with the Minneapolis Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) and with the new Minneapolis Neighborhood &amp; Community Relations (NCR) Department.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Management of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Solicitation of neighborhood projects to be recipients of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Completion of required paperwork</li>\r\n	<li>Development and implementation of our NRP Phase II plan</li>\r\n	<li>Communication with NRP staff and neighborhood activists citywide regarding NRP matters</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and written materials required by new Minneapolis NCR Department</li>\r\n	<li>Frequent updates regarding NRP and Minneapolis NCR/NCEC matters at KIAA Board meetings</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Zoning</strong> Chair is Larry Moran – <a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as the liaison between neighborhood homeowners seeking variances or conditional use permits and the KIAA Board.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Responding to neighbor’s questions regarding neighborhood zoning rules</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating the variance or conditional use permit process to neighbors</li>\r\n	<li>Meeting with neighbors to review any variance or conditional use permit requests</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with Minneapolis zoning and planning officials</li>\r\n	<li>Presenting requests for variances or conditional use permits to the KIAA Board</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"support\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Support Our Neighborhood – </strong>Your membership helps<strong> KIAA</strong> support neighborhood projects and events. Click on the link below to download a PDF of the membership form, then print out the form:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?attachment_id=113\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-113\">KIAA_Membership form (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform.gif\"><img title=\"KIAA Membership Form\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform-150x150.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\r\n<div>-<strong>July 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 7/10/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center<ins cite=\"mailto:Lucas%20Lucas\" datetime=\"2012-07-16T18:56\"></ins></p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Absent:  Mark Brown.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the  “50% design regarding Peavey Plaza”</li>\r\n	<li>The Penn/Oliver reconstruction project continues; the Penn Ave S setback has been approved. You can go to the Penn Oliver website for more information. Hard finish will be before 8/25/17, before school starts</li>\r\n	<li>The home on 2431 W22nd St is a potential teardown: No news yet regarding this property</li>\r\n	<li>Aug 1, 2017 is National Night Out: Permit application is by July 18<sup>th</sup> to avoid $100 fee.</li>\r\n	<li>Kmart on Lake St: The City is thinking about alternative locations for KMart. The City owns the land and building and the lease expires in 2050. Kmart’s demands are currently not acceptable to the City, so there is a deadlock for now on negotiations.</li>\r\n	<li>Regarding the 35W reconstruction: Starting in August, Interstate 35W will be under construction between I-94 in downtown Minneapolis and 46th Street. Bridges across 35W will be repaired or reconstructed.</li>\r\n	<li>The Pirate Mermaid event is on July 15 1-3pm. Need help with pirate booty and lemonade; Jeanette has offered to help.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a photo area for families to take pictures</li>\r\n	<li>Has KIAA done a neighborhood walking tour? Amanda thinks it would be a good idea. She will propose something.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake event – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The family event that took place in June resulted in commotion at the beach. The police presence diminished after that.  Then, another day following this commotion, there was a fight at the beach, followed by confrontation between the beachgoers and the police.  Following these events, KIAA met with the police; Matt sent a memo to the KIAA Board regarding this meeting with the police 2 weeks ago.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding encampments at Hidden Beach (as well as around South Minneapolis).</li>\r\n	<li>Ron wants to go over photos for ideas regarding paths for walking around the Hidden Beach area, as well as other parts of Cedar Lake. KIAA would like to hear his ideas and then form a committee to steer ideas into reality.</li>\r\n	<li>South Cedar Beach will be re-designed as a result of a private donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>John Peterson</strong>\r\n\r\nThis organization makes saunas available by bringing the sauna to the public. It is a mobile sauna 20X8 ft. John was referred to the park board to obtain a permit.\r\n\r\nThe company is now a coop and they are trying to expand. They currently have 141 members.\r\n\r\nJohn would like to do an event in August 2017 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nJeanette raised the issue that beach goers should be invited to make reservations, not just Kenwood residents. In general, the KIAA board that this would support the KIAA objective for positive programming at the beach.\r\n\r\nThe Motion for sauna operation at Hidden Beach by Will was approved by all.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\nMatt gave a KIAA financial report covering current account balances and monthly financial activity.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>2017 Neighborhood Priority Plan– Mike Bono</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe following was approved by the KIAA Board today:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) is participating in the Community Participation Program (CPP) for Minneapolis neighborhood organizations. CPP is a city program designed to give residents and property owners the power to improve or maintain their own neighborhoods and direct city resources to fit their needs.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe goal of Neighborhood Priority Plans is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners. Neighborhood Priority Plans must be developed and adopted through a thorough neighborhood participation process. The plan identifies preliminary neighborhood priorities (as identified by the neighborhood) and potential partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the result of the neighborhood survey, KIAA proposes to use its Community Participation Program funds allocated to the Neighborhood Priority Plan as listed below:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n1) Support community outreach and consulting services related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n2) Provide funding for landscaping around Lake of the Isles and for spreading awareness about preserving Cedar Lake Park.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n3) Provide funding for increased crime prevention and safety activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n4) Support the Kenwood Recreation Center, Kenwood School, and local businesses with funding for programming activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n5) Continue to fund a resource to assist KIAA with its communication efforts.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSpecifically, the proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan would include but no be limited to:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Supporting cooperative efforts with surrounding neighborhoods and organizations to minimize negative impacts on the Kenilworth trail as a result of the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Provide funding to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Continuing annual support of additional police patrols at East Cedar Lake Beach and other crime prevention activities such as increased police patrols in the alleys.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Contracting for part-time help to continue the monthly e-newsletter, and other communication efforts including developments regarding LRT.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Providing funding for educational programming and social activities with Kenwood School</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on September 11, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a>June Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met June 5<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</strong></p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1>Highlights from the KIAA Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Annual Gathering was held on Monday May 8<sup>th</sup> (rain date)</li>\r\n	<li>Total attendees were approximately 100.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2017-2018 board was elected, including 3 new board members (Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein).  Josine Peters stepped down, and we thank her for her service.</li>\r\n	<li>Speakers included Louise Erdrich regarding the renovation of the former Stephen Dean’s Tailors space, and Deb Pilger from MPRB regarding goats at Hidden Beach.  MetroBlooms and Hennepin County Recycling set up information tables.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction utility and roadwork is beginning.  The work will be completed by early fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Lunch with Lisa Field Trip will happen June 21<sup>st</sup> at 11:45AM.  You can choose from an Arts Tour of the Sculpture Garden, or a Hard Hat Tour of The Target Center Renovation.  Please contact Lisa’s office, as space is limited.  The next Lunch with Lisa is in September and will cover the Peavey Plaza renovation.</li>\r\n	<li>The City will not be able to ban plastic bags from grocery stores as originally planned (due to state legislative pre-emption).  The City is exploring other options and strategies to reduce the use of plastic bags.</li>\r\n	<li>Household hazardous waste events are occurring in June, July, and August.  The city will recover or recycle paint, solvents, etc. for free.  The next two are June 23-24 at the Public Works Facility (3607 E 44<sup>th</sup> St), and July 28-29 at Jenny Lind Elementary (5025 Bryant Ave N)</li>\r\n	<li>There was an open discussion on plastic bags, organic composting, downtown crime</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Election of Officers - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board elected officers for the 2017-2018 season, and welcomed three new directors.  The new KIAA board was unanimously approved by vote; Chair:  Shawn Smith.  Vice-Chair:  Larry Moran.  Treasurer:  Matt Spies.  Secretary:  Jack Levi.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nConflict of Interest Policy - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Board approved the KIAA Conflict of Interest Policy by email voting on April 26<sup>th</sup>, 2017.</li>\r\n	<li>Each board member signed the policy which is designed to 1) protect public trust in the integrity of the KIAA-decision making process and 2) to establish the procedures applicable to the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest in the context of transactions or arrangements entered into by KIAA where a member may have a financial interest in or fiduciary responsibility towards an entity with which KIAA is negotiating a transaction or arrangement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that donations in 2017 were down more than 50% vs. 2016.  This needs to be a focus for the upcoming fiscal year.  Jeanette made a motion to approve reimbursements as noted on financial detail.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Oriole Feeding Installations/Prairie Restoration Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie requested reimbursement for $192 to support the installation of the Oriole Feeding Station, to plant new plants in the prairie restoration area and food for the orioles.  The plants are consistent with the strategy as they are part of the natural environment for the prairie and orioles.  The funding was already approved at the April meeting and is under budget so was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Programming– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown and Will Stensruud planned the June 10<sup>th</sup> Family Beach Opener.  Artrageous is hosting activities for kids.  Jeanette moved to approve $300 for food and refreshments and not more than $500.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Summer Solstice Celebration on Wednesday, June 21<sup>st</sup>.  Artrageous is hosting the solstice party and it will be shared via social media.</li>\r\n	<li>Yoga is free to the public (hosted by KIAA) is held every Thursday at 7PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Open water swims start Monday June 19<sup>th</sup>.  Participants must sign up with the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Jim Gilroy Bench Dedication – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA last year lost a beloved board member, Jim Gilroy.  Thanks to the generosity of Kenwood residents, Jim’s friends and family, a bench was purchased in his memory on the Lake of the Isles Walking Path, across from Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church.  On Sunday, June 25<sup>th</sup> (1-5PM) there will be a dedication picnic.  All are welcome to attend to celebrate his life.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Park Board Update – Mark Holtey\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Rec Center will receive a Little Library this month.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Minnesota Zoomobile Presentation Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> at the Kenwood Park Picnic area from 1-1:45PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Movies in the Park at Kenwood Part resumes Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> 15 minutes after dusk.  This month’s showing will be <em>Hidden Figures</em>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on Monday, July 10th, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met April 3<sup>rd</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</strong></p>\r\n<strong> <img title=\"More...\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-includes/js/tinymce/plugins/wordpress/img/trans.gif\" alt=\"\" />Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown, Angie Erdrich, and Matt Spies.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick.</strong>\r\n<h1><strong><em> </em></strong></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction is scheduled to begin within a couple of months. The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting reviewing the project on April 25<sup>th</sup> at 6:30 at the Kenwood Rec Center.  There will be a separate public meeting on the assessment, tentatively scheduled for May 9<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>The April 26<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will host representatives from the Park Board and Walker Sculpture Garden.  They will discuss public art and sculpture, including updates on the Walker.  Please call Lisa’s office to order a lunch in advance ($10).</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping begins April 11. <a href=\"http://www.minneapolis.gov/streetsweeping\">www.minneapolismn.gov/publicworks/streetsweeping</a>.  Please be sure to follow parking restrictions to avoid a ticket.  Yard waste bundles will also be picked up at the same time – place it with recycling for pickup.  Do not sweep into the street as it is damaging to the environment.</li>\r\n	<li>As Backyard Fire season begins, please observe City Rules:  Permitted only 9AM to 10PM, burn only untreated fire wood (no trash), fire must be 25 feet from a structure and in a fire ring.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>I-35W will be under rehabilitation starting Summer 2017-Fall 2021, between 43<sup>rd</sup> St S and 15<sup>th</sup> St.  Please see <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies (Pre-Report)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt pre-reported less than $2500 in expenditures for the month, which included payments for the Hill and Lake Press Annual Sponsorship, down payments for the annual gathering, and board liability insurance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>2552 W Lake of the Isles Variance – Ryan Smith, Tyler Hillger</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Construction on the vacant lot at 2552 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway will require two variances to build as designed:  1) Front Yard Setback.  Due to the curve of the street, the setback rule would place the house in violation.  The variance would allow the setback variance to be consistent with the adjacent homes.  As designed, the front of the home will be behind the front of the original home down in 2004.  2) Terrace Square Footage Maximum.  The planned terrace would be allowable if variance 1 is approved.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA did not make a motion on the variance and requested that the board be kept informed and adjacent neighbors directly engaged by the homeowner.</li>\r\n	<li>If approved by the city, construction would begin late summer 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP and Priority Plan</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to approve the 2016 KIAA CPP Annual Report, which will be submitted to the city.</li>\r\n	<li>Mike presented a Financial Interest and Fiduciary Responsibility conflict of interest policy, now required by Minneapolis, to preserve public trust in the integrity of KIAA decision-making process.  The policy, once signed, will also be posted to the KIAA website.  The policy will be voted on between meetings to allow board members time to review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Will reviewed the proposed budget for the summer of 2017 at $5450, to support programming: Yoga, Log Rolling, June 10 Summer Kickoff Party, BeArtrageous, and a Music Series.  Motions were made to fund June 10<sup>th</sup> Summer Kickoff ($1300), Yoga ($600 for 10 sessions), the June 21<sup>st</sup> Solstice Party ($150), July 15<sup>th</sup> Pirates and Mermaids ($500).  Approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         An additional expenditure of $2000 was proposed to buy a generator to fill a bounce house for weekly events.  Due to liability concerns, the subcommittee was asked to go back and research further prior to a vote on the funding.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering May 1<sup>st</sup> – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Gathering is 6-7:30 at Kenwood Corner</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA board members are requested to sign up for tasks.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.  Current board members were requested to announce their intent to run prior to the next meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project Updates – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn provides updates on this standing topic, the #1 priority for the board per the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey.</li>\r\n	<li>County Transit Improvement Board did not vote unanimously from disbanding, with Dakota County voting against without a larger payout, and Hennepin County against because commissioners knew that CTIB would not disband.  It remains to be seen whether a county sales tax can be implemented to fund the missing state share of $135M</li>\r\n	<li>SWLRT and Bottineau line are not approved for funding in the new proposed federal budget.  84 State legislators signed a letter to Transportation Secretary Chao further requesting that funding be withheld because it did not have legislative support.</li>\r\n	<li>Files are advancing at the state level to remove/increase railroad liability for co-location, block any future light rail transit without state approval, and implement terms and elections to Met Council officials.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is the Annual Gathering on Monday, May 1st, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 6<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mark Brown, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n<h1> The Agenda Was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting held during the month of April, an announcement will be sent out on Next Door.  There will be a public hearing in May regarding the assessment.</li>\r\n	<li>The March 29<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will be an update on Peavey Plaza renovations.</li>\r\n	<li>Unspent and frozen NRP money will be returned to neighborhoods.  Kenwood received $1000 back.  The amount received by Kenwood for NRP was mostly spent in support of our neighborhood priorities.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA donated $750 to support the Kenwood School auction.</li>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the importance of managing the budget on a three-year cycle, tied to the funding cycle from the city.  Also discussed was ensuring that the budget would address reimbursable expenditures vs non-reimbursable expenditures that depend on neighbor contributions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt submitted a proposal to define objectives for the 2017 season, focusing on the implementation of 3 recurring activities such as puppet shows, yoga, log rolling, etc.  Additionally, how to engage the Park Board to implement improvements to the beach prior to SWLRT operations.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to take the lead on planning the programming.  Options will be discussed for future seasons to fund an intern to manage the programming and community outreach.  For 2017, a subcommittee will be formed to develop the action plan and report to the board at the April meeting.  Larry noted that it is important to share the plan at the annual neighborhood gathering on May 1<sup>st</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The gathering is May 1<sup>st</sup>.  Angie put together a to-do and sign up list for tasks that need to be completed to have a successful event.  The biggest issue to finalize is food.  KIAA is exploring different options that can reduce cost.  An option is to identify any neighborhood caterers or restaurant owners to support the event with food.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January Citizens Advisory Council meeting.   The Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District voted unanimously to permit SWLRT for construction through the waters that it manages.  Cedar Lake and the Kenilworth Channel drain into the creek and the Mississippi River, which MCWD manages.</li>\r\n	<li>On March 8<sup>th</sup>, County Transit Improvement Board voted to disband, clearing the way for Hennepin County to implement a 50 cent sales tax to fund SWLRT state share and ongoing operational costs.  However, because Dakota County voted against disbanding, there will be a process to follow where either CTIB will have one county member, or increasing the buyout to the county to gain their vote.</li>\r\n	<li>Full federal funding grant of $900M, if awarded, will happen by the end of June.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates:  Please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 3<sup>rd</sup>, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 6th, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Mark Brown, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Police Chief Ohotto, and 4 other residents.\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\nCity Council Update – Lisa Goodman\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner and contribute 7% of the total budget of $1M.  There will be a large neighborhood meeting held in advance to share details.  Work will be completed prior to fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The February 22<sup>nd</sup> Lunch with Lisa topic is Emergency Preparedness, including natural disasters and pandemic readiness.  Please contact her office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Ward 7 has been prioritized for the City’s Tree Planting Program.  Residents can get information and order trees March 6-12 at <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.  There will be a lottery, and those selected will be notified by March 22.  Trees will have a nominal cost to residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette provided an update on the parking situation in Downtown Kenwood.  She reported that the business owners did not support a KIAA proposed solution to add restrict parking to one side of 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Another possible solution is to clarify the parking signs on Penn Avenue in front of Kenwood School.  One resident from Oliver Ave expressed his concerns on the adverse effect he is experiencing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA dedicated $5000 for police overtime (80 hours of patrols).  2016 had the second lowest number of police reports since the lowest year (2008).</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The Chief continues to recommend a balance of extra patrols with the positive programming that has happened in the last 2 years.  Neighborhood involvement/usage of the beach is also important, vs. solely relying on police patrols.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Jeanette moved to spend $5000 for 2017 continued additional policing, pending the securing of city funding via the Neighborhood Priority Plan contract.  Mike will inform the board once city funding is confirmed.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The party was rescheduled for February 12<sup>th</sup> due to poor ice conditions.  KIAA will still contribute cookies towards the event.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Residents donated $747 last month, most in response to the annual newsletter.  KIAA also received some city reimbursements, totaling $2500.  KIAA appreciates the local funding of the neighborhood residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jean Deatrich has helped Matt mail thank you letters in response to all donations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Letter of Concern over 3020 Kenwood Parkway – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Calhoun-Isles Association is opposing the construction of a Residential High Rise on the Northeast Corner of Lake Calhoun that would possibly violate the Shoreland Overlay District and would certainly be in opposition to local ordinance.  The building would be 59 feet tall and out of character with the surrounding neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed a letter stating KIAA’s position that developers need to respect the overlay district not only for this project/lake but for future projects and other lakes.  This position supports the KIAA Neighborhood Priority of protecting the environment, lakes, and waterways.  The Overlay height restriction exists to protect the lake edge from out of scale development, shading, and wind concentration and a negative human caused impact on the environment.  Larry moved to send the letter, approved unanimously.  A response was received from CM Lisa Bender that it does not violate the Overlay Disctrict but does violate local zoning.  Jeanette is working with the city and C-I Association to clarify.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The annual gathering and board elections are May 1.  Any residents that would like to run for a board position are encouraged to contact KIAA; ssmith288@me.com.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         To reduce costs, new food alternatives will be considered for the annual gathering.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood School Request – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The School requested $750 in funding to be a sponsor of the Kenwood School Auction and Fundraiser.  KIAA supported this request in 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA view is that the funding supports the Neighborhood Priority of supporting robust programming and education our Kenwood School, which not only serves Kenwood children but children from other parts of the city.  Shawn moved to support the funding, unanimously approved.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January CAC meeting.   The Southwest Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that at the State Legislature GOP leadership is challenging that the Met Council will rely on the state to pay 50% of ongoing operating costs for light rail and transit but the state has no voice in which or how many projects are built.  That would mean that there is no elected voice in the regional transit plan and required state funding.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District is meeting on February 23<sup>rd</sup> to vote whether to approve permits for SWLRT construction and operation in areas that MCWD manages.  The MCWD is responsible for maintaining the water quality for the Watershed, which includes the Chain of Lakes.  The public comment period closed February 2<sup>nd,</sup> and many testified concerns about conflicts of interest with MCWD managers.  Most managers were appointed by Hennepin County Commissioners, that support the project.</li>\r\n	<li>As only 3 Kenwood properties are identified to have severe averse impacts, KIAA will consider funding an independent study of vibration and noise similar to one conducted at the Minneapolis/St Louis Park border.  The study would evaluate the Kenilworth Corridor north of the Kenilworth Channel.  Jeanette will contact the engineers to find out if there would be any benefit and what the cost would be.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will kick off the planning for ECLB programming for 2017.  He will solicit resident ideas.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJanuary 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 9th, 2017 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Will Stensrud, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Directors Absent:  Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mike Bono, Treasurer Matt Spies.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Snow Emergencies are communicated via Facebook, Instragram, Email/text alerts, City of Minneapolis Mobile App.  All residents are encouraged to sign up for alerts to be aware of when Snow Emergencies are declared.</li>\r\n	<li>Road Sand is available from the City Public Works Sites, to be placed in a barrel in areas that are needed.  Please contact Lisa’s office to request a barrel of sand.</li>\r\n	<li>Christmas Trees are recycled by the city.  Please put your trees at your regular pickup site.  Old Christmas lights can also be recycled; go to <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is January 25<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall.  The topic is Public Art, including a sneak preview of the Nicollet Mall art.  Lisa is always interested in constituents’ ideas for topics.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette brought to Lisa’s attention NRP survey results to get her perspective on what is within the city’s ability to address.  Many issues raised in the survey, including noise and excessive speed are regulated and difficult to enforce.  Any public works issues such as alley defects should be directed to Lisa’s office.  Jeanette will follow up with Lisa to address the continuing parking and alley access problem by Downtown Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Warming House – Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy shared that a volunteer group with representatives from from CIDNA, Lowry Hill and East Isles, the Minneapolis Parks Foundation, MPRB staff and local architects are considering that the warming house should be replaced, in part based on age (18 years old). The cost to bring the structure in and out by crane is increasing to $20K per year; a new structure designed to be more easily transported could make moving it less expensive. The idea being discussed is to change the structure into one that can be used all year, across different sites, for different purposes. There will be a design competition and funds raised. KIAA supports the idea of replacement but there was a discussion as to whether it\'s appropriate for KIAA to contribute neighborhood funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Treasurer Report – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Several contributions were received in January ($398) as a result of the Fall Newsletter.  KIAA appreciates the support and Matt will work with Jean to send acknowledgement letters to the donors.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie will provide via cookies for the party funded by KIAA.  The party is January 22<sup>nd</sup> from 1-3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Application – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will help manage the process for Rain garden applications and awarding grants from MetroBlooms.  This year is the third year of this partnership, and this year there will be no cost to KIAA.  KIAA will make an in-kind donation of time and resources to promote the initiative.  More information will be provided by the end of January.  Rain gardens support our NRP initiative of protecting the lakes and environment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Cedar Lake Orioles Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie is leading engagement with Kenwood School to reinstall Oriole feeding stations this spring.  Last year, orioles were abundant and several classes visited Cedar Lake Park to see them, accompanied by teachers and neighborhood volunteers.  This initiative is important because it drives more family and educational opportunities at Cedar Lake.  Angie requested $200 for laminated signs and feeding station supplies (food).  Jeanette moved to approve, unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering Planning Kickoff – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The annual gathering will be May 1<sup>st</sup> in downtown Kenwood, which includes food and election of KIAA officers.  In order to keep costs in check, other food options will be explored.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Communication Committee – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Will, Mark, and Jeanette will work with Jean regarding a communication committee and communication plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that CTIB is likely in the process of self-dissolving so that Hennepin County can raise the transit sales tax to .5%, to fund the missing $140M state share of funding.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion whether to contact the FTA regarding Met Council compliance to 2012 Certification Requirements for Federal Funding, and without a vote KIAA determined not to take any action.</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is contacting three LRT- adjacent property owners to discuss construction.  These are the only houses at 21<sup>st</sup> St that the Met Council deems to be impacted by LRT operations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The top 5 priorities from the survey were identified – SWLRT, Lakes/Parks/Environment, Kenwood Rec Center events, Hidden Beach Safety, and Kenwood School.  Jeanette wrote a summary report to share with anyone interested.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Calhoun Association is asking KIAA to support opposition to a 54 foot tall residential building to be built adjacent to Tin Fish on Lake Calhoun (replacing 3 existing homes).  The proposed structure would be within the Shoreland Overlay District which has a height restriction of 36 feet.  As an action taken between meetings, the proposal will be reviewed and voted on whether to support or not support the opposition.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board Police Chief Ohotto will be invited to attend the KIAA February Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>December 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 5th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis finalizes its 2017 budget on December 7th.  On November 30<sup>th</sup>, there was a public hearing; 45 people provided testimony on the mayor’s proposed budget. There was a significant organized effort to reduce proposed police budgeting in favor of more community based non-profit policing.  The mayor had proposed adding 15 additional sworn officers as 2016 had the lowest number of officers this decade, 100 less than 2009.  Neighborhoods Organizing for Change challenged that increase.  (Addendum Post KIAA Meeting:  December 7<sup>th</sup> saw a similar number of testimonials and content, and the budget was adopted with the 15 additional officers.)</li>\r\n	<li>The budget also proposes a new position of Small Business Navigator.  This position would assist small businesses in navigating the Minneapolis city laws and regulations.  Lisa supports up to 4 positions in order to help small business navigate the city’s complex licensing and codes.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa emphasized that the Final Truth in Taxation notices that were mailed in November did not include the voter approved school special taxation levy.  Therefore, property taxes are understated by approximately 10%.  Revised Final Notices will not be mailed.  (Note to residents:  look at your 2016 School District Voter Approved Levy to see approximately how much your 2017 taxes are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Car2Go is ending operations in Minneapolis because of two business conditions that created an inability for the company to be profitable.  1)  The city mandated that Car2Go distribute cars equitably throughout the city; however, because some neighborhoods had higher origination/destination usage than others, the company incurred high costs to redistribute cars, and some cars sat idle in lower-used neighborhoods.  Publicly, Car2Go cited that they were taxed/licensed at a car rental rate, which is higher than that of taxis and other ride-share services.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January after December 12ths Later with Lisa.  Lisa is interested in constituent input for topics for her schedule of 2017 lunches.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Board Member – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette introduced Will Stensrud, who with his family purchased a home in Kenwood one year ago.  Will asked to join the board to become more involved in the issues that shape Kenwood.  Jeanette motioned to approve his addition, and it was approved unanimously.  Welcome Will!</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>November was a busy month for SWLRT.  The FTA accepted testimony regarding Metropolitan Council accountability and adherence to process to determine certification for federal dollars for the next 4 years.  Many Kenwood residents sent testimony, including the LRT Done Right group.  Testimonials were published in last month’s Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn stated that there are two key next steps where KIAA will engage in SWLRT:  1) Follow up with the FTA to find out about how the neighborhoods testimony will be used, and will the findings be made available to the public, and 2) SWRLT construction and mitigation is the top issue surfaced in the annual NRP survey, and KIAA will continue to keep SWLRT as a standing KIAA meeting topic, and publish updates in the Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>LRT Done Right organization is engaging and meeting with key elected officials in the coming month to gain information and understanding of positions heading into the 2017 State Legislative Session.  Officials at the state, county, city, and park board will be met with.  KIAA’s position against residential development on the Kenilworth Trail/SWLRT line will be communicated.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reviewed the monthly balance sheet for KIAA as well as the expenditures and revenues for the month.  There was minimal activity during the month: payments made to Jean Deatrick and Post net for the Fall Newsletter, as well as a small payment to reimburse Pop Up Playground expense at “Hidden Beach,” and one donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA has submitted its Community Participation Program application for the upcoming three-year funding cycle by the City of Minneapolis, worth $25K annually to Kenwood.  KIAA is in the process of canvassing the neighborhood to determine the specific priorities to include in the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of NPP is to identify major initiatives for neighborhood organizations, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>The results of the Neighborhood Priorities survey were reviewed.  Top issues identified were SWLRT mitigation, protecting the lakes, East Cedar Lake Beach safety, supporting Kenwood Community Center activities/Common gathering place, more street lighting.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette noted that only 60 responses were received.  The link to the survey was put in the KIAA Fall Newsletter, Nextdoor, and Hill and Lakes Press.  Jean Deatrick will email out a link to her neighborhood email list and extend the deadline to December 18<sup>th</sup> to capture more feedback to feed the Top 5 Priorities.  There will also be future discussion on how to address other priorities received in written comments.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Lake of the Isles Warming House will be replaced.  The Park Board is considering a mobile structure that can be used all year.  Neighborhood Associations are being approached to provide funding.  There was discussion as to whether or not neighborhood funds should be used towards this project in light of the “Close the Gap” funding recently allocated to the Park Board, totaling $11M annually and funded by property tax increases.</li>\r\n	<li>Action taken between meetings:  The board approved up to $200 to place a sign in Downtown Kenwood to help address the continued concerns over parking issues.  It will direct patrons towards alternative parking locations and try to keep alley access clear.  Exact wording and structure is under discussion.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:27 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 9th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met November 7th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in November due to Thanksgiving.  On Monday December 12<sup>th</sup> at 4:30pm will be Later with Lisa, her annual holiday party.  It will be held at the Normandy Inn.  Cash bar, parking is free.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping is completed as of November 15th, as is yard waste pickup, for the season.  The city does not sweep alleys, leaf removal there is the responsibility of the home owner.</li>\r\n	<li>The house at 1204 Kenwood Parkway is under historic review.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction is on track to be complete by December.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa shared the Mayor’s 2017 Proposed Budget.  The board reviewed the budget and gleaned that the proposed levy increase is driven primarily by 1) 59 new positions in the city, 2) Park Board/City agreement on 20 Year Plan, 3) additional spending on social programs and grants to Non-Profit organizations.  The Truth in Taxation Hearing is November 30<sup>th</sup> at City Hall, and the budget will be adopted on December 7<sup>th</sup>.  Public testimony will be heard at both.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Monthly expenditures were for the Gilroy Memorial Bench and the Thrill Kenwood, offset by city funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody is the Citizen Advisory Committee representative to the Metropolitan Council and the CAC met last month.  Jody shared updates on SWLRT that were learned in the meeting.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>LRT trains normally sound a horn coming out of a tunnel, but it will not sound when emerging from the tunnel in the Kenilworth Corridor.  There are also bells on each train that sound at road crossings, but at 21<sup>st</sup> St these will not sound and there will be a stationary bell.  This will allow for less variance in the sound impact and more reliable noise mitigation.</li>\r\n	<li>Revenue service is estimated to begin in 2021.  Construction is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Construction will begin in Fall 2017 to move the freight lines in the Kenilworth Corridor; there will be five phases of construction in our neighborhood and it is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Met Council representatives will be going door to door to record structural conditions of homes in order to establish a baseline for potential damage as a result of construction.  Addresses/scheduling to be announced in December.  It is not determined how repairs will be handled that are a result of construction.</li>\r\n	<li>The CAC November meeting was cancelled.  At future meetings Jody will continue to press for information and we will share in this space.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended the FTA review of the Metropolitan Council’s certification on November 2<sup>nd</sup>.  The FTA certifies the Met Council every four years as a process to approve the Council to continue to receive federal funds.  Shawn shared that 5 speakers used SWLRT as an example where the Met Council did not consistently deliver against the objectives that the FTA measures against.  The public has until November 30<sup>th</sup> to provide testimony; if interested, please contact Shawn at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Applications</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sign Ups are now being taken for 2017 Good Steward Raingardens.  Raingardens on your property help reduce pollution in our lakes.  MetroBlooms and KIAA are teaming up to install reduced-cost raingardens for 15 Kenwood homeowners.  Cost is reduced through a Good Steward Grant (cost to homeowners will be approximately $350 for a $2,000 raingarden).  Email Laura Scholl to get on the list:  <a href=\"mailto:laura@metroblooms.org\">laura@metroblooms.org</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be applying for the next three-year cycle of funding by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program for $25K annually.  KIAA will submit its Community Participation Program application that will include the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of the Neighborhood Priority Plan is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the CPP application be approved, Mark seconded, unanimously passed.</li>\r\n	<li>A survey to solicit neighborhood input for the priority plan will be sent this month to ensure that monies are directed in the direction of projects that are valued by residents.  Here is the link: <a href=\"https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp\">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp</a>  (If link doesn’t work, type in your browser)</li>\r\n	<li>This season was one of the lowest in terms of police incidents in recent history.  The full end of season report will be published in the KIAA Fall Newletter, being mailed this month.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach end of season report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is receiving neighborhood impact letters from the Restorative Justice program from citations at East Cedar Lake Beach.  Fines can be waived if the cited writes a letter of atonement.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended October’s Lunch with Lisa.  The topic was the 20 Year Park Plan and it was covered in detail by Superintendent Jayne Miller and Board President Anita Tabb.  The Kenwood Park will not receive any funding from the 20 Year Park Plan as it is not a high priority park as determined by the Park and Rec Board.  Examples of criteria on how prioritization were assessed are Areas of Racially Concentrated Poverty, Populations of Color, Population Density, Youth Population, Asset Lifespan, and Neighborhood Density.  Kenwood Park will still receive its funding as part of the regular budgeting process.  Shawn learned that The Park Board will have approximately $11M of annual incremental funding via the city and park board levy.  Shawn also learned that if Minneapolis were to implement a $15 minimum wage, it would increase payroll for the Park Board by approximately $2.2M annually.  It was not clear how the Park Board would adjust the plan or mitigate the impact of that wage increase without affecting the 20 Year Plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:34 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 3rd, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood and Community Relations Department – Jack Whitehurst</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mr. Whitehurst represented the city for the annual board survey which the city is conducting.  The purpose of the survey is to gain demographic information on the makeup of city boards.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA encourages all residents of the neighborhood who would like to serve on the board regardless of demographic background.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion on Neighborhood Action Plan money status.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt presented an update on in/outflow of cash for the fiscal year, as well as a spending/income forecast through 2019.  Matt will present a financial report at each KIAA monthly meeting going forward.  This will allow for accurate planning on an annual basis going forward so expenditures can be prioritized.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be sending a survey to gain feedback on resident’s priorities to be addressed in the Neighborhood Priority Plan, which needs to be filed in November.  The survey was edited and approved to be sent.</li>\r\n	<li>The new warming house for Lake of the Isles winter skating area is still under consideration by the Minneapolis Park Board.  The new warming house is in concept stage.  Neighborhood associations may be approached to support it financially.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda Vallone from BeArtrageous is planning Thrill Kenwood, a successful Halloween party that has been held in the years past.  The board approved repeating a $750 contribution towards the event.</li>\r\n	<li>The Jim Gilroy memorial bench (former board member, deceased) has been installed and all who donated are appreciated.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA Fall newsletter is in process to be published by November.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA was informed by a MPRB tree inspector who visited the Rec Center corner that 7 diseased crab apple and trees will be removed. They will be replaced in Spring 2017 with 3 North Star Cherry trees and 4 Mont Royal plum trees, which are disease resistant with useful fruit for the public to eat.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nSeptember 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met September 12th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Dee Montgomery (Heritage Coalition).\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn moved for approval of the agenda, with the addition of Dee Montgomery’s topic, and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be September 28<sup>th</sup> at Opus Hall.  The topic is still being determined.  Lisa is always open to suggestions for topics for Lunch with Lisa, please contact her office with ideas.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale construction is still on schedule to be finished this fall.  Hennepin northbound will be open in the coming weeks.</li>\r\n	<li>The local government channels are changing as follows:  Comcast HD will be 799, and Standard Definition will be 14.  Century Link HD will be 8501, and standard definition will be 8001, Multilingual HD will be 8502, and standard definition multilingual will be 8002.</li>\r\n	<li>November 8<sup>th</sup> election early voting starts September 23<sup>rd</sup>.  There are 4 early voting locations in Minneapolis, please see the city website for more details.  Shawn Smith stated that the voting period was starting very early considering the first Presidential Debate is not until September 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Historic Marker Restoration Project – Dee Montgomery</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The centennial marker commemorating the establishment of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation will be restored.  The original boundary of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation included areas of Kenwood, and the marker that is being replaced is located on the southeast edge of Lake of the Isles.  The Heritage Commission has its own funds; tax dollars will not be used.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board advised Dee to consult with Native Americans to ensure that any concerns regarding the history and commemoration of Fort Snelling were heard.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is pushing for clarification and information with the warning bell and mitigation strategy at the 21<sup>st</sup> St crossing.  KIAA has requested involvement from Commissioner Marion Greene and expressed the need for her support on this issue with the Southwest Project Office.  There are concerns over the volume of the proposed wayside bell.</li>\r\n	<li>The Section 106 process is continuing now that the Memorandum of Understanding is executed.  This pertains to mitigation strategies for Grand Rounds eg landscaping, retaining walls, shoreline treatments, etc.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking continues to be an issue where patrons are parking too close to the alley, blocking driveways, too close to stop signs, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to explore signing solutions – parking is allowed at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Increasing neighborhood programming at the beach remains a KIAA focus.  It is part of the overall strategy to reduce crime and improve public safety.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that 35 kids came to the Play Space “pop up playground” and the strategy was successful.  The board approved a $25 increase to the funding to cover extra expenses.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reiterated the need to work on the Priority Plan Strategy, which will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.  Mike Bono, Matt, and Mark Brown will work on the subcommittee.  The CPP application is due November 10.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2016 Minneapolis Housing Resource Guide is published.  This is a resource for associations and homeowners.  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/\">www.minneapolismn.gov</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>A motion was approved to reimburse Deb Gilroy for $100 for the expenses related to placing a bench for former board member Jim Gilroy.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>By Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met July 11th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Chief Jason Ohotto and two of his officers, Jean Deatrick, and three neighbors.\r\n\r\n<strong>Opening Activities</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>No lunch with Lisa in July or August.  Please be sure to sign up for Lisa’s email list to get updates on construction, traffic, and event updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues.  The Hennepin/Vineland intersection will have major work done in July/August.  The overall project is on schedule for completion by November.</li>\r\n	<li>The variance at 2000 W 21<sup>st</sup> St was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting is open for the 2016 primary.  Election judges are needed this year.  Please call Lisa’s office to sign up to be a judge.  A mix of party affiliations is needed.</li>\r\n	<li>National Night out is August 2<sup>nd</sup>.  After July 19<sup>th</sup>, there is a fee to block off the street.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette expressed KIAA’s appreciation for the quality of the City of Minneapolis’s response to the FEIS, documenting the history and the issues within the project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Chief Jason Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Police reports written on park property at the beach declined from 48 to 31.  This is the second summer where there was a significant reduction in reports.  Chief Ohotto attributed the success to the positive programming and activities at the beach, as well as the increased park police patrols, some funded by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto recommended that neighbors that want to support safety efforts should call in issues to 911, and provide detailed, specific information, name and callback number.  Err on the side of calling 911 vs not calling when you see a negative impact to public safety.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown reported that the June 20<sup>th</sup> potluck at the beach was a great success with strong turnout.  The kids activities (face painting, spray chalk, cookies) were popular.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented ideas for longer term strategies, including boat racks, playground equipment.  Park and Rec Board financial support and fundraising will be needed.  A Community Action Committee will be formed.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt proposed an August Pop Up Adventure Playground as a new activity to pilot.  A motion passed to fund this event with up to $800 of NRP funds.  Engagement with the Kenwood School and neighboring association were identified as opportunities to increase participation.  Jeanette recognized Angie for getting the Kenwood School engaged in using the beach for educational opportunities.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed the idea of hosting a food or beverage cart at the beach on behalf of the neighborhood.  A motion passed for up to $200 to be spent from NRP funds for a KIAA/ECLB Patron Appreciation Day.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported on the June 13<sup>th</sup> FEIS public presentation by the Southwest Project Office.  Approximately 20 neighbors attended from Kenwood, CIDNA, and Loring Park.  On a positive note, the presentation summarized the 17,000 page FEIS effectively.  Unfortunately it was not tailored to the concerns of the Minneapolis segment of the corridor.  There continues to be a high level of concern over the ability of the tunnel to be built near Calhoun Shores Townhomes and the Kenilworth “pinch point.”</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the June 28<sup>th</sup> CAC meeting was cancelled, a consistent issue with many of the other CAC meetings which have also been cancelled in the past couple of years.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette communicated with the general manager of the Kenwood Restaurant to ask that employees park on Penn Avenue, and to help address the issue of patrons parking too close to alleys and driveways, and the issue of delivery truck restricting neighbor access to the alley.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie confirmed that parking for Downtown Kenwood businesses is permitted at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.  A “sandwich” board idea was proposed at a cost of $200 or for city signing or to paint the curb yellow to inform where and where not to park.  Noted for follow up between meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Mike Bono, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike and Matt outlined the plan to develop the 3 year plan as well as budgeting for the upcoming year.  It will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood, while also ensuring that current funding priorities can be maintained should funds be cut in the future.</li>\r\n	<li>New neighbor introduction:  Mikki Johnston and family</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will attend a Whittier Alliance Meeting on July 19<sup>th</sup> to understand the goals and strategies of that group.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie will follow up with Creative Citymaking regarding a video project opportunity, with a possible focus on ECLB.  KIAA would need to make a proposal to secure participation in the project, which is a competitive process.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>June 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 6th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters, Jack Levi.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Amanda Vallone, Jody Strakosch, Mark Holtey and two neighbors.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Board members conducted a brief introduction to begin the 2016-2017 term.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is complete for the season.  There will be a “Lunch with Lisa Field trip on Wednesday, June 29<sup>th</sup>, touring Givens Violins, which is a renowned repair business for cellos and violins.  If interested, please call Lisa’s office to book one of the two tours for that day.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues and has entered the paving phase.  Please contact Lisa’s office to be placed on an email list to receive weekly construction updates affecting the Twin Cities.</li>\r\n	<li>Sidewalk repair has come to Kenwood this year, part of a 10 year cycle.  White dots mark the sections that will be replaced.  Homeowners will be assessed $250-$400 per square for the repair.  Call 311 to discuss whether sections need to be replaced, or if they do not need to be replaced.  Please direct questions regarding how unique situations, such as tree root heaves, to 311.  All affected homeowners should have received a letter from the city; please refer to it for FAQs.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette volunteered to remain Chair; Larry volunteered to remain Vice Chair; Matt Spies volunteered to become Treasurer; and Shawn volunteered to remain Secretary.  Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt asked for resolution to relocate the KIAA bank accounts to US Bank.  Jeanette moved in favor, passed unanimously.  Matt asked for an additional resolution to transfer, check writing authority, opening accounts, deposits, and withdraw funds; from Ed Pluimer to himself.  Jeanette to be the second signatory.  Shawn moved, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette once again recognized Ed Pluimer for his years of service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Memorial Bench for Jim Gilroy – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie reported that $1550 has been donated to the Estate of Jim Gilroy for the purposes of a memorial bench on Lake of the Isles, near 21<sup>st</sup> St..  Jean Deatrick will send an e-blast as a reminder for any other residents that would like to contribute.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie moved that KIAA donate $300 towards the memorial bench to recognize Jim as a sitting board member at his death.  Funds will come from KIAA Money Market Account.  Approved unanimously.  As funds are in the account about to be closed, motion was approved to allow Ed Pluimer to write the check.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Financial Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is preparing a 2016-2017 balance sheet to ensure income and expenditures are clearly documented.  Mark, Larry, Matt, and Mike will form a finance subcommittee to inform a finance update at KIAA July meeting.  Motion approved to establish said committee.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies/Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda (from ARTrageous) shared that the Summer Solstice Party will be held at ECLB on June 20<sup>th</sup> from 6:30-8:30.  This will be a potluck event.  ARTrageous will provide henna, face painting, and a Creation Station for families.  The event will be cancelled in case of rain.  The event is open to all.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented a new proposal for a Pop Up Adventure Playground series.  Matt agreed to go renegotiate lower costs in order to run a pilot, vs investing in 3 events this year.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities including a Summer Solstice Potluck, Pirate/Mermaid Beach Party were identified for funding for $800.  A discussion was had regarding source of funds and how much to spend.  The board approved the expenditure unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda and Matt were approved to work together to spend up to $400 to place an ad in Hill and Lake Press to announce summer activities at ECLB.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  The CAC met in May.  Jennifer Munt stated that the Met Council would find funding to move ahead with SWLRT. The FEIS was reviewed; Nani Jacobsen recognized Kenwood for providing feedback that drove changes from the SDEIS to the FEIS.  Further, station art was approved for the West 21<sup>st</sup> St Station, which is what the Kenwood station will be named.  The next meeting will be June 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn has coordinated a meeting on June 13<sup>th</sup> for the Met Council to present the FEIS and take questions from residents.  This meeting was supported by the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn presented the FEIS draft and will circulate a soft copy to the board and Jody to be reviewed and approved as an action between meetings.  The deadline for submission is June 13<sup>th</sup> for any comments, and must be done in writing to the Southwest Project Office.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking at the Kenwood Corner continues to be a challenge, with visitors parking too close to the alley and to corners and blocking access.  Jeanette called the city to determine the cost of parking signs.  Action to be taken between meetings.</li>\r\n	<li>Kenwood Corner Raingarden Signage was approved as an action taken between meetings.  The Raingarden is now installed and the sign provides good information about the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  KIAA thanks Angie Erdrich for her work to beautify the corner.</li>\r\n	<li>Louise Erdrich is taking the space formerly occupied by Stephen Dean for a business to be announced shortly.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 9:10 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 11th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2016 KIAA 5<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> For the 5<sup>th</sup> year, KIAA had its annual meeting on May 2nd at Kenwood Corner, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> In attendance were seven KIAA serving board members up for re-election, one new member-elect, City Council Member Lisa Goodman, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Green, Minneapolis Parks Commissioner Anita Tabb, and approximately 100 neighbors.</p>\r\n The gathering began at 6PM.  The weather was great and everyone enjoyed Red Wagon Pizza and beverages, compliments of KIAA. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM.  There was a moment of remembrance for Jim Gilroy, KIAA board member who passed away suddenly in April.  Jim will be greatly missed; he was a kind and generous person, dedicated to improving our entire community.  The family has reserved a site for a park bench in his memory on Lake of the Isles.  Friends and neighbors who would like to contribute may do so.  KIAA Board Member Angie Erdrich will facilitate, please make checks payable to Minneapolis Finance Department, Memo “Jim Gilroy Bench” and mail to her at 2217 Oliver Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405.  A receipt will come from Minneapolis Parks, and the Gilroy family will receive a list of donor names.  Please submit donations by June 1<sup>st</sup> in hopes of installing the bench this summer.\r\n\r\nKIAA thanked retiring board member Ed Pluimer.  Ed has generously served on the board for over 20 years, most recently as Treasurer.  Our neighborhood is grateful for his energy and commitment.\r\n\r\nJeanette then stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year:  SWLRT work including work such as efforts to mitigate potential adverse effects to the neighborhood (if the project comes to pass), support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Raingardens from Metro Blooms, and positive programming for East Cedar Lake (Hidden) Beach.  The “Welcome Orioles” project – an environmental learning program for Kenwood School, co-sponsored with the Cedar Lake Park Association, received a shout-out from neighbors in attendance.\r\n\r\nJeanette introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to herself:  Jack Levi, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Matt Spies (Treasurer Elect), and Shawn Smith.  One new board member, Mark Brown was introduced.  Jeanette made the motion for re-election/election of the 2016-17 board, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\nKIAA would like to thank neighbors that supported KIAA financially at the gathering and throughout the year.  It helps us fund activities and keep our neighborhood strong!\r\n\r\nOther updates, action between meetings:\r\n\r\nThe 2015 KIAA Annual Report was approved by the board on April 28<sup>th</sup>.  The Annual Report is required by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program.  The report was prepared by Mike Bono with input from KIAA board members, and submitted by the 4/29 deadline.\r\n\r\nMatt and Julia Spies’s are requesting a variance for a remodel on their home.  As the Spies proactively partnered with their neighbors, KIAA supports their variance.  The variance will be reviewed at the Board of Adjustment meeting on June 9<sup>th</sup>.\r\n\r\nThere will be a Kenwood Neighborhood Rummage Festival of June 10-12<sup>th</sup>.  Please join your neighbors and plan a rummage sale during those dates!  If you are not able to have your own rummage sale, please consider donating to the Kenwood Elementary School Benefit Rummage Sale at the Kenwood Rec Center.   The rummage runs June 11 from 9-2PM. Donations can be dropped off at the Kenwood Recreation Center on June 10<sup>th</sup> from 4-6PM.  100% of proceeds benefit the Kenwood School.  Volunteers are needed to price goods, manage the sale, and haul goods to charity at 2PM on the 11<sup>th</sup>.  Contact Angie Erdrich to volunteer:  angie_sandeep@yahoo.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood.  If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us.  If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met April 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nVice Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies (Minutes), Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Jack Levi.  Absent:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith, Josine Peters, Jim Gilroy.  Also present:  Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\nUnanimous Approval of the Agenda\r\n<h1>City Council Update -  Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Upcoming Lunch with Lisas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>April 27  – Discussion with Made Here, the creative place-making initiative to fill empty downtown storefronts</li>\r\n	<li>May – Bill Leaf will talk about tourism master planning</li>\r\n	<li>June  – Field trip to Claire Givens Violin, premier violin reconstruction/repair; 40 people may attending in two groups of 20.  Contact Lisa’s office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping starting April 13 running through May 9</li>\r\n	<li>Yard waste pickup will begin in Kenwood on April 11</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa highlighted the state of the Hennepin/Lyndale Reconstruction Project road closures</li>\r\n	<li>On April 21, Board of Adjustment will be hearing variance for property at 2401 Sheridan Ave.  Adjacent residents will receive a notice in the mail by April 10<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa provided an overview of her and Council Member Barb Johnsons plan for the city to work with the Park Board to provide funding for neighborhood parks</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Gathering will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include a brief meeting:  the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association activities for the year.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lakes, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>As an action taken between meetings, the board approved the hiring of Red Wagon Pizza, and will be paid for by KIAA funds estimated at $1890.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong>2016/2017 Budgeting</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the merits and limitations of creating a budget for the 2016/2017 operating year.   The primary concern and is the complexity of the requirements for using various funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt Spies will coordinate an assembly of board members to explore ways to implement a framework for spending and raising KIAA funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board has indicated that they do not have capacity for an additional movie in the park for summer 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>An Oriole feeding station will be installed in Cedar Lake Park between May 3 – May 17 by Kenwood Elementary School students.  The project is sponsored by Birchbark Books.  Bird watching volunteers are needed.  Contact <a href=\"mailto:Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com\">Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>NOTE: The following information was approved to be added to the minutes by a motion taken after the meeting.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith (update provided in abstentia)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Since the March KIAA meeting, letters opposing the current SWLRT Kenilworth Plan were sent to Governor Dayton, Lt Governor Smith.  An aide in Governor Dayton’s office responded and assisted in getting a response from Adam Duininck, Chair, Metropolitan Council.  The letter thanked KIAA for our participation in the process and informed the following points:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Final EIS will be published in 2<sup>nd</sup> Quarter of 2016, and no other responses will be forthcoming until then.  In the EIS will be the answers to KIAAs (and others) DEIS and SDEIS responses.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a ten day public comment period</li>\r\n	<li>There will be no process for resolution of further concerns as this is not a part of the process of the National Environmental Protection Act process.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn expressed to the aide in Governor Dayton’s office that securing a form response from Mr Duininck was secondary to our concerns.  He asked for Governor Dayton to confirm that he was aware of and supports or does not support the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>That a derailment collision between an ethanol train and light rail train will be a significant danger to the community and Target Field.</li>\r\n	<li>That other less expensive and more flexible options for transit exist, including bus rapid transit</li>\r\n	<li>That the Chain of Lakes could be degraded due to pile driving</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is a defendant in a lawsuit over failure to disclose discussions of other routes</li>\r\n	<li>That ridership of an Uptown line would well exceed the current alignment</li>\r\n	<li>That projected ridership figures at 21<sup>st</sup> St Station are not credible</li>\r\n	<li>That there will be 22 hours of contiguous noise every five minutes in one of the quietest areas in Minneapolis</li>\r\n	<li>That not one low income neighborhood will be within reasonable walking distance of any Minneapolis station.</li>\r\n	<li>We asked for an appointment with the Governor.  There was no response.  Shawn waited ten days and said that because the Governor failed to respond, we would need to inform our constituents that our elected officials and the Governor are aware of the above controversies and find them to be acceptable.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Larry Moran at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is our Annual Neighborhood Gathering on Monday, May 2nd at 6 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner in front of The Kenwood and BeArtrageous. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org   </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> March 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 7th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi.  Also present Patrick Sadler, Pat Scott, Phil Nordberg, Laureen Carlson, Will Stensrud\r\n\r\nMarch Agenda was Approved Unanimously\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Patrick Sadler, Lisa Goodman’s Office</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Community Planning and Economic Development plan for both Ward 7 and the city were provided.  Any residents that would like a copy can contact Lisa’s office or go to the City Website.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be Noon, March 30<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall; the topic is Sister Cities of Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work continues on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Please contact Lisa’s office to receive email updates on construction closures.</li>\r\n	<li>The Workplace Partnership Meetings proceed to review sick time and paid time off policy.  A final recommendation is due March 16.</li>\r\n	<li>There are openings on multiple boards and commissions in Minneapolis.  Any interested residents can apply via the city website.</li>\r\n	<li>The Community Connection Conference is Saturday April 2<sup>nd</sup> at the Minneapolis Convention Center to kick off 3 Year Planning for Minneapolis 2040.  The public is invited.  Jeanette suggested that Lisa’s office post information to Next Door to ensure the 7<sup>th</sup> Ward is represented if nobody from KIAA is able to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Reduced pricing is being offered for rain barrels and compost bins.  <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>. The city will also have a limited number of trees available to residents for $25.  You can order a tree for your property beginning March 21, see <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Request for Support of Variance for Accessory Dwelling, 2401 Sheridan Ave S – Phil Nordberg and Laureen Carlson</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Phil and Laureen requested variance support from KIAA to be able to add a bathroom and categorize their garage as an ADU.  The overall footprint will not change.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is generally supportive.  The petitioners have not spoken to each neighbor but will be sending out notices to all neighbors within 300 feet.  Jeanette motioned to support the variances, contingent that neighbors are all informed and have no objections.  Motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is in the process of confirming the open swim, pop up playground, and other activities for Summer 2016.  Event schedules will be published in Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette signed the agreement for extra police patrols.  With the warm weather, Matt is working with Park Police to start patrols.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities are being coordinated with Kenwood School, including bird watching.  Volunteers are needed to lead school hikes in April and May, please contact Angie Erdrich at angie_sandeep@yahoo.com</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that since the last meeting, letters were sent to the FTA, Senator Klobuchar, Senator Franken, and Rep Ellison as KIAA continues to escalate neighborhood concerns over this project.</li>\r\n	<li>A letter was also sent to Governor Dayton and Lt Governor Smith, with copies of the letters sent to the State and Federal officials asking for his support in getting a meaningful response to neighborhood concerns, which are centered on the risks and ripple effects of co-location of SWLRT and ethanol trains.  His office responded with questions, and KIAA is preparing a communication to send back.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will invite Sophia Ginis from the Met Council to our April meeting since she did not respond to our March meeting invitation.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion that despite our concerns, planning moves ahead unabated.  All are encouraged to contact their elected officials if they have concerns over co-location, noise, vibration, cost, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA has been actively communicating neighborhood concerns to local, state, and federal officials.  Due to an overall lack of responsiveness to those, the board approved a motion to send communication to President Obama, which will represent the highest level of escalation, and likely final, that the board will take.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Meeting - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Annual Meeting will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association financials.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lake Press, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie, Josine, and Matt are researching options for food to reduce costs from last year.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Board Succession Planning - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         With Ed stepping down, KIAA will need to fill the Treasurer role starting May 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is actively seeking new board members.  We need neighbors that are willing to volunteer 3-4 hours per month either as a board member or support a subcommittee.  There are several board members that have served for a decade or more and are looking to retire.  We need your help to fill these positions to continue the level of thoroughness being delivered today.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is seeking a representative for the Green Zone work being done by the city.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 1st, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Meg Forney, Amanda Vallone, and Jody Strakosch\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be February 24<sup>th</sup>.  The topic will be the City Workforce Training and Equity programs on Job Training.</li>\r\n	<li>2431 22<sup>nd</sup> St W ownership has requested a historic review and may be requesting a variance to the board in the near future.  Neighbors are reminded that KIAA is typically notified of variance requests and can help navigate the process.</li>\r\n	<li>The city prefers that the SWLRT station be called “Cedar Lake Station.”  The Met Council has suggested that 21<sup>st</sup> St Station is not a clear indicator of the location of the station but has asked for input.  (KIAA hesitates to put forth a suggestion because KIAA does not support co-location of freight and light rail, but if KIAA were to have a preference it would be West 21<sup>st</sup> St.)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Closing the Gap in Our Parks - Meg Forney</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meg is looking for volunteers to work for a Citizens Group to get signatures to support a referendum on the ballot for “The Closing of the Gap” for funding of $15M/year for the next 20 years to implement repairs in neighborhood parks.  If residents are interested, please contact Meg or Anita Tabb at the Park Board.  Additional information is available on the Park Board website.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Funding Recommendation – Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The success at East Cedar Lake Beach to reduce crime was in large part due to the partnership between KIAA and the Park Police.  The recommendation from Chief Ohotto was to spend $5000 for 2016 vs $8000 spent last year.  Police reports were reduced from 101 in 2014 to 56 in 2015.</li>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to spend $5000 for additional police patrols at ECLB in 2016 and be active early in the season.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that two disbursements were made in January relating to SWLRT planning and the Metro Blooms project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Thrill Kenwood – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>This event raised $400 for The Bridge for Youth.</li>\r\n	<li>The 1<sup>st</sup> annual Rock Kenwood Dance Party will be held at the Rec Center on Saturday February 27<sup>th</sup> from 3-6PM.  There will be a DJ, contests, crafting, and more.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt recapped the recent committee meeting and the programming ideas for 2016.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log rolling and Open Swim are planned to continue in 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>New ideas include puppet shows, art activities, potlucks, and more.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is considering putting forth up to $2000 of additional funding for activities, and discussed how to engage neighbors that might be interested in donating funds to support the activities.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  Jody reported that the November and December meetings were cancelled by the Met Council.  In the January meeting, progress updates were shared by the project office.  Final environmental impact statement is due in April.  Civil construction will begin fall of 2016.  There will be 29 private properties impacted by construction in Minneapolis, primarily adjacent to the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported that some responses were received from correspondence to Minnesota Senators and Representatives on the Transportation Committees.  Some responded to take KIAA response under advisement, and some spoke in favor of KIAA’s position opposing co-location.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn brought a motion to continue to present KIAA’s position opposing co-location to FTA officials in the Chicago office that are working with the Met Council on the alignment.  The board unanimously approved to send a letter.  Shawn will circulate it as an action between meetings for board review and final approval.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette is working to identify a point of contact for the Restorative Justice Program, who would coordinate community service work for the people in the program.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA recognizes Stephen Dean and his long standing contributions to the neighborhood. Kathie Constantine shared that his tailoring business in Downtown Kenwood is expected to close at the end of March.  He kept the neighborhood looking good with the many fine seams, hems, and alterations he provided over his 40 years in business, and we wish him well in retirement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:46 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>January 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met January 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A body was found frozen in the ice in the channel between Lake Calhoun and Lake of the Isles on January 4<sup>th</sup>.  It is not known to be a crime related situation and there is no danger to the public.  Residents are encouraged to demonstrate caution before proceeding to go out on the ice, especially areas that are not designated for winter recreational use.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is on Wednesday January 27<sup>th</sup>, the topic is a preview of the 2016 state legislative session. Senator Dibble among other elected officials are expected to attend.  Please contact Lisa’s office if you plan to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale utility work continues.  Sewer work will be necessary on Vineland Place near the Walker and Sculpture Garden.  Construction updates and road closures are available via Lisa’s office in her email updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Residents are advised that there needs to be a minimum 5 foot clearance on either side of alleys and driveways.  Neighbors are having difficulties accessing driveways and alleys when visitors or residents are parked within 5 feet of one.  This has been a challenge particularly at Kenwood Corner.  If access is blocked, neighbors can call 311 for assistance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed updated KIAA that the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District paid KIAA for the 15 neighborhood Raingarden projects.  KIAA will in turn pay MetroBlooms with these funds, as well as the KIAA share of $1134, approved at the December Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Noise Issues</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Local businesses are advised to ensure that their garbage and recycling services are observing local noise ordinances.  Garbage and recycling are not to be picked up prior to 6AM.  We love our local businesses.  Neighbors observing violations are encouraged to speak to the business owner first, and if unresolved then take a photo of the truck and email KIAA or Lisa Goodman’s office and we will contact the refuse service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt updated KIAA that the next ECLB Committee Meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan 26<sup>th</sup> at 7PM at the Kenwood Community Center.  All are welcome.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will invite Park Police Chief Ohotto to the February meeting to start the dialogue on the strategy for the summer of 2016.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the SWLRT environmental impact statement will not consider impacts of freight rail changes in the Kenilworth Corridor funded by the project, according to a recent email from the Southwest Project Office.  These changes include moving the rail much closer to homes, upgrading the tracks, building a bridge across the Kenilworth Canal, and removing many trees and green spaces.  Further, although the SWLRT project will spend tens of millions of dollars to “co-locate” freight and light rail, the Met Council says it “is not making freight rail permanent” in the Kenilworth Corridor.  KIAA is concerned that the upgraded freight rail infrastructure could encourage more trains at higher speeds, and create additional noise and safety concerns.  KIAA believes the SDEIS is flawed because it does not treat freight as a permanent condition, and therefore adverse impacts are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the section 106 meeting on December 3<sup>rd</sup>.  Section 106 protects historic properties impacted by federally funded projects.  The Kenilworth Channel is protected by section 106.  With input by Michael Schroeder of the MPRB, a bridge design has been agreed upon and the historic WPA retaining walls on the east side of the proposed bridge are now under consideration.  A memorandum of understanding will be developed in the coming months, and KIAA will decide whether or not to sign it when the time comes.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn, on behalf of KIAA, contacted each member of the Minnesota Senate and House Transportation Committees to surface the board’s continued concerns with co-location.  KIAA asked that the $135M of the state portion of the funding be put on hold.  This is to be voted on in the upcoming legislative session.  KIAA maintains that in a time of increased concern over rail safety, co-location of light rail and ethanol trains will pose a continual and sustained danger to the Kenwood neighborhood should there be a derailment. and we remain opposed to co-location.  The Minneapolis City Council, knowing of this risk, has nonetheless approved co-location, so KIAA is appealing to the state level.</li>\r\n	<li>County Commissioner Marion Greene is planning a public meeting on Wednesday, February 3<sup>rd</sup>.  KIAA will post time and place to NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Angie Erdrich will post in Next Door Kenwood a notice to invite neighbors to determine interest for the MetroBlooms Raingarden program for 2016</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lake of the Isles Skating Party is Sunday, January 24<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:38 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>December 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 7th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Larry Moran, Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi, Josine Peters  Also Present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n<h1>Agenda was approved unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since November Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby composed a letter to the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee articulating KIAA concerns that the SDEIS had shortcomings.  These arise from Met Council’s decision to treat freight rail as an “existing condition.” However, the SWLRT proposes creating permanent freight rail infrastructure where only temporary rail exists, and SDEIS failed to properly consider the safety, environmental, vibration, noise, and economic impact of that decision with freight rail as an existing condition.  In the December meeting, KIAA members voted in favor of sending the letter prior to the CMC.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>December 9<sup>th</sup> is the final opportunity for residents to testify at the City Council meeting regarding the 2016 budget and taxes.  Lisa encourages residents to appear in person or email their city representatives to provide testimony and input on how residential tax revenue is generated and spent.  This meeting will be in the past by the time these minutes are published, however residents are notified well in advance of the annual hearing in their Truth in Taxation statements for future tax years.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January.  December 14<sup>th</sup> marks the annual December Later with Lisa event at the Normandy Inn.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work is continuing on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Infrastructure has deteriorated further than expected and the project is approximately 6 weeks behind.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa confirmed that a variance at 2432 Sheridan Ave S was approved by the city.  This was endorsed by KIAA at the November meeting.  KIAA will seek input as broadly as possible for future requests</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed provided prior the meeting a recap of monies received from KIAA members as well as November transactions (expenditures), and these were discussed in the meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>The source of the remainder of Rain Garden funding was discussed.  Jeanette moved to use money from the NRP neighborhood livability Phase II fund.  Passed unanimously.  Mike Bono agreed to ensure that all city requirements were met to utilize that fund.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Resolution regarding Jean Deatrick’s contract – Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jean’s contract is set to expire at the end of the year.  Jean supports KIAA with communication, publication of the minutes, announcements, reimbursements, and other administrative activities.  Mike moved to extend her contract under the same terms until December 31<sup>st</sup> 2016.  Ed seconded the motion.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies\r\n<h1>·         Matt is reaching out to the Park Board to align on proposed activities for summer 2016.  KIAA continues to work on ensuring ECLB will be able to be used safely by all residents.  There will be a public meeting in January to discuss 2016 strategies, date/time/place to be posted on Nextdoor Kenwood.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA increased funding in 2015 to support existing funding from the Park Board et al, and research will be done to understand how much funding will be in place from other sources prior to a KIAA funding commitment for 2016.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Discussion continued from the November meeting regarding engaging state and federal officials over ongoing concerns for rail safety as well as other unaddressed concerns.  KIAA will contact state level transportation bill conferees to raise the concerns before end of year, and then again as State Legislators go back into session in February.  KIAA will also contact Federal Transit officials in advance of final funding of the line to ensure that federal officials are aware of local concerns with regard to safety, environmental, noise, vibration, and economic adverse effects not sufficiently addressed in the SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Metro Blooms is asking if KIAA would be interested in partnering on Rain Gardens again in 2016.  Angie will inform them of KIAA interest, pending gauging neighborhood interest.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:33 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met November 2nd, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since October Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA sent a response to the SWLRT project office regarding SWLRT Section 106 meeting Sept 23<sup>rd</sup>, as it relates to concerns over the traffic study.  There is a discrepancy in the ridership numbers vs SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Variance Request for Peterson Residence, 2432 Sheridan Ave S</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Request made in person by owners to enlarge the structure, extending a less than six foot variance along the property line.  A second variance was requested to extend the garage by five feet closer to the street, which is still within the set back.  Angie motioned to support, Matt to second, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws, Articles – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed changes to KIAA bylaws to modernize them, having consulted with Robert Cooper of the City of Minneapolis legal department.  For example, serving information via email vs paper mail, yet preserving multi modal communication which would include an annual newsletter or mailings at the discretion of KIAA.  Ed moved that KIAA approve the rewritten bylaws which would then be filed with the state, and stored on KIAA’s website.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed then moved to change articles of incorporation to update the registered office of KIAA to the Kenwood Rec Center.  Matt seconded, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Gardens – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved to pay $1134 for KIAA cost share to Metro Blooms (or up to $1200 in case of minor variance in the final invoice).  The costs increased due to decreased participation due to untenable soil conditions or other issues that were not able to be mitigated.  Motion seconded by Jim, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>The raingarden at Kenwood Corner was paid for by the private donations and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  In order to finalize funding, a sign is needed.  The sign will be reviewed as action taken outside the meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         ECLB committee met in October to debrief the year and start planning for next year.  Residents that have ideas for activities for 2016 are encouraged to contact Matt Spies.  2015 saw a tremendous amount of success and KIAA is excited to build on this success but needs continued neighborhood engagement even if there was an increase in usage via activities and a decrease in criminal activity.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Engagement with Anita Tabb and the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board was also discussed as an offline action.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA discussed whether to continue to engage in SWLRT via writing letters to state and federal officials addressing co-location concerns in the Kenilworth Corridor as KIAA was unable to gain support at the city level.  Specifically, to petition state and federal officials to withhold funding due to continuing and increasing concerns over the danger of the co-location of ethanol trains and SWLRT.  Further action to be taken between meetings, but accountability of individual public officials will be the focus, specifically, their knowledge of the risks, and how they plan to vote, is the plan of action via written correspondence.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood general community update.  Jeanette will encourage CM Greene to have the meeting, KIAA will not formally participate.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:43 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 5th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich.\r\n\r\nOthers present:  CM Lisa Goodman, Marc Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), 2 other attendees\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The September lunch with Lisa had over 75 attendees to hear about the Nicollet Mall renovation.  At the October Lunch with Lisa Wed Oct 21<sup>st</sup>, to commemorate the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, State Senator Steve Simon will speak about the Voting Rights Act.  Room 334 of the St Thomas Law School.  All are welcome to attend, please RSVP in advance to Lisa’s office.</li>\r\n	<li>Fall street sweeping will start on October 20<sup>th</sup>.  Please watch for parking restrictions.  Social media will be used to communicate dates.</li>\r\n	<li>Cedar Lake Parkway will be repaved – from 394 to the BNSF bridge.  It will start October 19<sup>th</sup>, last 6 days, and be a complete closure.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding variances and tear downs.  Neighbors are encouraged to review variance proposals with KIAA board so the board can be aware of variance requests.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed attended to any previously discussed financial compliance and efficiency concerns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed that bylaws be examined and modernized.  For example, the bylaws state that minutes must be maintained in a book.  However, now electronic copies are preferred to minimize paper waste.  Also that 1<sup>st</sup> class mail is used for communications, and now electronic notice is more economical and more efficient.  There was also a discussion on how to document action (votes) taken outside of meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark re-requested funding from KIAA for a rechargeable sound system to be used for neighborhood programming, at a cost of $2200.  Motion to fund passed with two abstentions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Hennepin Lake Community Wine Tasting Fundraiser – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is selling tickets to the event which is being held on Wed October 28<sup>th</sup>.  Advance ticket sales benefit KIAA.  Please email Jeanette Colby; email is available on the KIAA website.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>It was noted that each member of the City Council, Mayor Hodges, and Peter Wagenius received a copy of the KIAA SDEIS with a request to require more information regarding mitigation, co-location, and construction concerns prior to granting municipal consent.  However, there was no response to KIAA from the Mayor or the Council and all city council members voted the same as prior municipal consent.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood Q/A meeting for any outstanding questions regarding the SWLRT project.  Jeanette and Shawn will post to Nextdoor Kenwood this opportunity to have a dialogue, to gauge neighborhood interest.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette outlined the finding to the Section 106 Traffic Study.  The finding in the study was that there would not be substantial changes to traffic near historic 106 properties.  The findings of the study appear to be inconsistent with the SDEIS statements regarding how many riders will use the 21<sup>st</sup> St Station and how riders will access the station.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will draft a letter to state and federal officials highlighting the danger of co-location of ethanol trains and high voltage LRT wires in the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Announcements/New Business – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee continues to meet monthly.  Meetings are posted to Nextdoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>Thrill Kenwood is Saturday October 24<sup>th</sup>, at 3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, November 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSeptember 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met September 14th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Park Police Chief Ohotto, Mark Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), Jean Deatrich (Hill and Lakes), and 6 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>September Agenda was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Recognition for Kathy Low for her participation in KIAA and to Larry Moran for Chairing KIAA for the past three years.</li>\r\n	<li>It was agreed that a November KIAA newsletter will be published and mailed.  Articles will be needed and will need to be sent to Jean Deatrich.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich led a discussion regarding the final cost of the Raingarden Project, which will be finalized at a future date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Bylaw and Finance Update – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that he will put together a list of proposed bylaw changes that were discussed at the July KIAA meeting to be submitted.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed gave an overview of committed and past spending as a follow up to the account balance update emailed prior to the meeting.  It was determined to maintain one KIAA account going forward, instead of two, and Ed named some follow up tasks that he would tend to in order to ensure KIAA is compliant with the city policy, and it was also determined to maintain a May 31<sup>st</sup> fiscal year end and coincide with the annual election of the KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark requested funding from KIAA for the replacement of 3 picnic tables and a sound system.  A vote was deferred until ownership of the space where the picnic tables is housed could be confirmed.  Additionally, it was suggested that the Rec Center request funding from the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto/Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Chief Ohotto shared that police reports for ECLB were 69 in 2015 vs 2014 last year.  Most reports were misdemeanors.  He attributes the reduction to Matt Spies and his task force and the community involvement at the beach, as well as concerned residents calling 911 when incidents occurred.  Chief Ohotto recommended continued KIAA-funded hours and activities moving forward.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Subcommittee Meeting is on October 13<sup>th</sup> at 7PM, Kenwood Rec Center.  Residents are encouraged to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Permit Parking was discussed as a deterrent.  There is a Next Door thread discussing a petition to request it to deter beach attendance.  KIAA in the past has recommended that this is not a viable solution to deter crime, however agreed that the SubCommittee should reevaluate this as a solution to ensure that any recommendation reflects current views.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Amanda Vallone - beArtrageous</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda on behalf of beArtrageous proposed some activities for ECLB for 2016.  Activities would be for residents of all ages:  potlucks, craft parties, coffee and sunset gatherings, etc.  Activities would be funded by CPP or participants.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda requested funding from KIAA to fund Thrill Kenwood on October 24<sup>th</sup>.  The activity is a neighborhood dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at the corner of Penn and 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Proceeds go to Bridge for Youth, and emergency Shelter for for 10-17 year old youth.  KIAA approved $800 to fund the event, about 40% of the budget.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>MPRB Ice Rink Warming Hut – Cliff Swenson/Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>MPRB is considering updating the warming hut (without disruption to the footprint or skating area) at Lake of the Isles and across other rinks in the park system.  MPRB is beginning the process of informing city boards about the redesign, and if the project moves forward there would be a community engagement process in the future.  Goal is to have the project done by Fall 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Jeanette Colby/Shawn Smith/Jody Strakosch</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody updated from the Community Advisory Committee, which met recently and the Project Office is proceeding as if they have full funding.  Jody asked that the key elements of the project be a standing topic on the agenda going forward, including co-location, noise, vibration, etc.  Meetings occur the 4<sup>th</sup> Thursday of every month.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette offered to contact County Commissioner Marion Greene to see if we would conduct a public hearing to ask questions.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA agreed to distribute the SDEIS response to additional public officials.  The purpose is to gain support to get answers to those questions posed in the response, submitted to the Project Office in July 2015, that have yet to be answered.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, October 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met July 6th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Lisa Goodman, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee and KIAA Board Member-Elect), Jean Deatrick, and 2 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby nominated Matt Spies to the board and his appointment was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City of Minneapolis Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be August 26<sup>th</sup>.  Topic is TBD and Lisa is seeking input on ideas of broad interest to the ward.</li>\r\n	<li>NextDoor Kenwood will be increasingly used by the city for announcements and crime alerts, so neighbors are encouraged to sign up for the site.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion regarding street paving and repair.  Lisa encourages neighbors to call 3-1-1 to report any potholes in need of fill.  Major repaving for roads in need of repair could result in a potentially significant tax assessment for property owners on the street repaired.</li>\r\n	<li>Because of the buffer zone around parkland, it was emphasized that feral cats are not allowed in much of the Kenwood neighborhood, and should be reported to animal control.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report/Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Year end financial recaps were circulated to KIAA board members prior to the July meeting.  The balance sheet will be attached to the CPP annual report to be sent to the city.  KIAA fiscal year runs from June 1 to May 31 due to the timing of the election of the board in May.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA bylaws have not been updated in several years.  Ed offered to chair a subcommittee to review where updates should be made to allow more relevant communication methods, eg allowing electronic communication vs by US Mail.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP Annual Report – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the KIAA 2014 CPP Annual report be approved and sent to the city, and the motion was unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Dinkytown Historic Commercial Preservation – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The city is voting July 10<sup>th</sup> regarding preservation of the Dinkytown business district.  KIAA will circulate the letter from the preservation group should Kenwood residents wish to show support.  KIAA will not file a formal support with the city but voted to send a statement to the City Council in support of the Marcy Holmes Neighborhood Association (Dinkytown) in its adherence to its neighborhood small area plan.  Small area plans are developed with broad community input and may put parameters on developers to preserve neighborhood history and aesthetics.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Uptown Neighborhoods Working Group (UNWG) – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Per UNWG request, Josine attended the recent meeting of the working group and will provide input into the decisions and discussions related to the Uptown neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Raingardens Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The installations of raingardens in Kenwood continue to have interest in the neighborhood and Angie will continue to provide input and updates to Metro Blooms and KIAA.  20 Residences are approved to be funded by Metro Blooms and KIAA.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log Rolling continues to be a popular event – future dates will be announced on NextDoor Kenwood.  Open Water Swimming, sponsored by YWCA, is rolling out this summer.</li>\r\n	<li>Pledges have been raised for $1350 to fund a pop-up Adventure Park, 3 events to occur this summer.  Matt requested $750 in funding from KIAA to reach the goal of $3000 and for a fund to be established to be administered by KIAA to house the funding as it is collected.  Jeanette so moved and the motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Crime and Safety – Chief Ohotto provided an update in advance of the meeting that crime is down from prior years.  There are still some incidents that have required police response but of less frequency and severity vs prior summers.  Ed Pluimer reminded the board that $8K was allocated for increased police patrols this summer.  KIAA will continue to evaluate the effectiveness of the expenditure.</li>\r\n	<li>The next ECLB subcommittee meeting will be July 14<sup>th</sup> at Kenwood Rec Center and will be published on NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Supplementary Draft EIS Response – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS response was submitted to the board for review prior to the meeting.  There was a general discussion regarding edits related to construction impacts, property values.  Angie moved to approve the response with amendments, and the motion passed unanimously.  The amendments to increase the focus on the response relating to construction short term impacts (noise, vibration, road damage).  The KIAA response will be submitted to the Met Council, and a response will be requested, by the July 21<sup>st</sup> deadline.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Investing in Neighborhood Parks/Closing the Gap – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Minneapolis Park and Rec Board is conducting neighborhood hearings through late September to discuss the current state of Minneapolis Parks and those in need of repairs that may have been deferred.  Please see the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board for dates on upcoming hearings.  You can also email <a href=\"mailto:closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org\">closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org</a> for information and input.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, August 3rd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>June 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 1st, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and Jean Deatrich, and 3 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in June or July.  The next will be August 6<sup>th</sup>, topic is TBD.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa is sending out a weekly downtown event and construction alert including sporting and arts events and street closures.  Future emails will include the reconstruction of Hennepin at Lyndale, Nicollet Mall Reconstruction, etc. Residents can sign up for the weekly Friday email by emailing Lisa’s office.  She is hopeful that the information will help residents and visitors get around town a little easier with all the construction and exciting downtown events.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Streets events are starting, sponsored by the city and the Bicycle Coalition.  There will be road closures and roads will be open to pedestrians and bikers.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.openstreetsmpls.com/\">www.openstreetsmpls.com</a> for more information.</li>\r\n	<li>With the warm weather approaching, residents are advised to keep garages and homes locked when not home.  This will deter crimes of opportunity.  Also, keep valuables out of sight in your car, and keep your car locked even when it is in your garage.  Residents are encouraged to call 911 if you see any suspicious activity.  This will help control crimes of opportunity.</li>\r\n	<li>The City and the Park Board advise to water trees regularly, and advise against pruning ash trees, which can spread the Emerald Ash borer.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update (ECLB, “Hidden Beach”) – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Activities are being planned to increase resident usage of the beach.  Activities will mainly be sponsored by a 3<sup>rd</sup> party, not the Park Board or City.  Matt will submit an article to Hill and Lakes Press with more information in an upcoming issue.</li>\r\n	<li>The first log roll was held on Saturday May 30th with about 25 attendees.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Lake Swimming is in the planning stages, similar Lake Nokomis Open Swim.  The intent is to give residents the opportunity to swim in open water for exercise and triathlon training.  Also for trained swimmers that do not have access to a pool.  The open swim events will be managed by the YMCA.</li>\r\n	<li>Other events are being planned, such as morning meditations, arts events, and more.  Announcements will be shared via the Nextdoor Kenwood website, so please sign up for the site for alerts on upcoming events.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is working to see if a sign can be secured to post at the entrance of the beach area announcing the schedule of activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is doing an amazing job leading the ECLB subcommittee and KIAA appreciates his dedication and effort to bring fun activities to ECLB for everyone.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low outlined the revised neighborhood priority plan that was drafted to direct activities and advise the expenditure of Community Participation Program funds.  Changes to the former plan were advised in response to a recent survey of residents and ongoing KIAA priorities.  Kathy did not seek re-election and was handing the work off to the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Included in the plan is SWLRT work, additional police patrols for ECLB, monthly newsletter, and neighborhood programming activities.</li>\r\n	<li>The final revised plan will be submitted to the city and put on record in the KIAA archives.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS is now published which reflects co-location of Light Rail and Freight Rail.  LRT Done Right is drafting a response to the SDEIS (Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement).  Jeanette Colby proposed that KIAA utilize the LRT Done Right as a foundation to the response for KIAA.  The responses are due by July 6<sup>th</sup> unless an extension is granted.  KIAA will draft a response representative of views expressed by residents and an evaluation of the SDEIS.  Any resident can review the SDEIS at <a href=\"http://www.metrocouncil.org/\">www.metrocouncil.org</a>.  Residents are encouraged to review environmental findings and mitigation plans and provide input to the Met Council directly.  The City of Minneapolis and Park Board are each planning to submit a response to the SDEIS in addition to those of LRT Done Right and KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to be involved with the Citizens Advisory Committee.  KIAA did not support co-location of freight and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor, but will focus the feedback on mitigation that is needed as determined by the board for safety, vibration, noise, light, and economic potential adverse effects on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of KIAA Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby was elected to Chair of the Board.  Ed Pluimer was re-elected as Treasurer.  Larry Moran was elected Vice Chair, to help oversee that transition of the position of Chair to Jeanette.  Shawn Smith was re-elected to Secretary.  The website will be updated by Jean Deatrich to reflect the officers for the next annual period.  It was noted that new members will be needed to continue the work of the board as some members have served for several terms and new resident participation is needed for succession planning.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2015 KIAA 4<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA had its 4<sup>th</sup> annual gathering on May 5<sup>th</sup> in Downtown Kenwood, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">In attendance were the KIAA board, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene, MPRB Anita Tabb, Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, 8 serving board members up for re-election, and approximately 80 neighbors.</p>\r\nThe gathering began at 6PM. The weather was great and everyone enjoyed complimentary Red Wagon Pizza and beverages provided by KIAA. Janet Hallaway from The Bridge for Youth was available to answer questions regarding her organization and to take donations. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM. He stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year: SWLRT work including work on the CAC and mitigation of potential adverse effects to the neighborhood, support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Movies in the Park, Kenwood Carnival, and the Skating Party. He also introduced Matt Spies, who leads the subcommittee working to address concerns over East Cedar Lake “Hidden” Beach. Angie Erdrich gave an update on the Raingarden to be constructed at Kenwood Corner in August 2015.\r\n\r\nLarry introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to himself: Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Ed Pluimer, and Shawn Smith. Larry made the motion for re-election, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood. If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us. If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> April 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">The KIAA Board met April 6, 2015, at Kenwood Rec Center.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Board Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Others present: Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and other Kenwood residents</p>\r\n\r\n<h1><strong>7th Ward Update - City Council Member Lisa Goodman </strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping on most north/south streets will be the week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; east/west streets and the remaining north/south streets will be the week of April 20<sup>th</sup>. Yard waste pickup begins week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; use compostable bags or yard waste containers.</li>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be on Wednesday April 29<sup>th</sup>. Olga Viso, Executive Director of the Walker Art Center, will give an in-depth look at the Walker’s $75 million renovation plans, including the Sculpture Garden and improvements to the hill and along Vineland Place. As usual, please arrive between 11:30 - 11:45 am to get lunch and a seat for the program.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa Goodman is also arranging a visit to the Minneapolis Emergency Operations Center the week of May 4<sup>th</sup> for interested residents. The Center was moved to Fridley and improved after the 35W bridge collapse. Space will be limited. Notice will be sent to anyone who is signed up for her regular notices by email. (Email her office if you would like to be added to her distribution list.)</li>\r\n	<li>Some qualified residents of CIDNA and Lowry Hill have volunteered to be on the Kenilworth Station Art and Landscape Committee that will look at station area design for some of the Minneapolis Southwest Light Rail stations. Selections will be made soon; contact Lisa Goodman’s office if anyone else is interested. KIAA expressed the strong interest in having this committee consider ways that the presence of a station could have a positive impact on problems at East Cedar Lake beach. Lisa Goodman thinks the committee will be focused only on the station design.</li>\r\n	<li>The owners of 1800 Lake/Knox project have stopped pumping water from the basement of the building into Lake Calhoun in accordance with the consent decree.</li>\r\n	<li>The City’s composting program has started; organics can be taken to drop-off sites listed at <a href=\"http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996\">http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996</a>. One of the drop-off sites is the South Transfer Station, 2850 20th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55407. Organics pick up will start in April 2016 for the Kenwood neighborhood. Homeowners will be charged for the service whether they sign up for pick up or not.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The East Cedar Lake Beach KIAA subcommittee recently met and also conducted an online survey. Survey results will be posted on NextDoor; there was interest in log-rolling, which could be once/week in partnership with the maker of synthetic logs who lives in the area, as well as point-to-point swimming across Cedar Lake. The Park Board indicated that they would be supportive of this swimming by providing a lifeguard and allowing this activity, which normally is prohibited.</li>\r\n	<li>The subcommittee discussed that the Park Police are best situated to determine when to deploy extra policing funded by KIAA. Josine Peters introduced a resolution to allocate an additional $3,000 (when added to the previously approved $5,000, for a total of $8,000) of remaining KIAA NRP funds to the Police Buy-Back contract with the City. Jack Levi seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Another idea for positive programming at the Beach is a canoe paddle derby. Jeanette Colby has confirmed the details for one KIAA-sponsored event for all ages: the Open Eye Figure Theatre Driveway Tour will be on Friday, June 5th at 7 p.m. at East Cedar Lake Beach. Residents are invited to picnic and enjoy an innovative puppet show. Jeanette Colby introduced a resolution approving $400 for the event; Kathy Low seconded and it passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Long-term solutions to the problems at the Beach were also discussed at the subcommitee’s recent meeting. Some of the Park Board’s ideas to be considered in the future include fixing up trails and constructing restrooms. <strong>The</strong> suggestion that a CAC be formed as a forum for discussing these kinds of changes was met with enthusiasm.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>SWLRT Discussion - Kathy Low</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy provided an update on the 106 review (environmental review process re: adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties in the neighborhood). KIAA continues to use the PVN consulting firm to assist in our role as consulting party in this process. Kathy proposed a resolution to approve a contract with PVN for 2015 and to add $2,000 to the contract with the City using Neighborhood Priority Plan funds to cover this cost. The consultant will discuss with KIAA what scope of work is requested for each future meeting. It is possible that CIDNA will share in the cost of the consultant’s time to prepare and attend meetings<strong>.</strong> The motion was seconded and carried unanimously. Kathy will attend the next 106 meeting on April 22<sup>nd</sup> and KIAA will seek a new representative for future meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>KIAA Annual Gathering – Angie Erdrich, Ed Pluimer</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> outside the downtown Kenwood businesses on West 21<sup>st</sup> Street beginning at 6 pm. BeARTrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Ed proposed a resolution to allocate $100 each to help with expenses those two businesses will incur as well as funds to cover other KIAA expenses for supplies for the event. Kathy Low seconded and the resolution passed unanimously. Delicious individually-prepared pizza will be prepared on site by Red Wagon Pizza. There will be a brief presentation by Chair Larry Moran at 6:30 describing KIAA activities. The 2015-2016 KIAA board will then be elected: new board members are needed and encouraged to attend. Last year was a huge success and all residents are welcome. Donations to the Bridge for Youth will be accepted.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:25 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, May 4th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on 21<sup>st</sup> Street in front of the Kenwood businesses as described above. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident in each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kiaa55405@gmail.com.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met March 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee), Dr. Eric Larson, and 6 other attendees and neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>No Update this month</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto provided an update on how KIAA funding was utilized in the summer of 2014 beach season. A total of 93 hours were utilized by park police for a budget cost of $6084, over the authorization of $5000 by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Most offenses at ECLB are due to narcotics and alcohol. Submitted for the minutes was a 10 year recap of police reports. 2014 had 101 reports written (not necessarily arrests)</li>\r\n	<li>Chief would like to continue to have “buy back” patrols in 2015 and to have funding in place before June for proactive presence at the beach. The Chief’s recommendation was to have an officer present from 11AM till 4PM on scheduled days (from buy back funding), so as not to double up coverage that is regularly scheduled after 2PM till 10PM, based on availability. He also recommended the board reach out to the 5<sup>th</sup> Precinct City Attorney for partnership in increasing awareness of repeat offenders. Further, to reach out to Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams for support.</li>\r\n	<li>Preceding the recommendation of the Hidden Beach task force, which will be provided to KIAA later in March, Jeanette Colby made a motion to authorize $5000 initially pending the recommendation of the committee (to be finalized March 17<sup>th</sup> at the rec center at 6:30, public welcome) and to be revisited at a later date in case extra funding is needed due to ideas that come from the task force. Josine Peters seconded. Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Larry Moran provided an update from the Community Advisory Committee meeting (Jody Strakosch is the neighborhood CAC representative), which occurs the last Tuesday of each month. Topics included Development Reviews, Community Works, and Design and Engineering. The primary issue was the SDEIS which will be delayed until late Spring or early summer, or later. This is important as SDEIS would speak to the environmental impact of co-location of freight and LRT in the Kenilworth Corridor with a single tunnel. Once complete, the public will have a 45 day period to comment.</li>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low provided an update on the 106 review (adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties). In December, KIAA sent a letter outlining concerns on this topic. MnDot agreed to expedite traffic studies to assess impact of project. It remains unclear what, if any, mitigation will be done to mitigate potential adverse impacts on historic properties. Motion carried unanimously for Kathy Low to send the letter regarding KIAA position on the channel. Motion also carried unanimously to authorize an additional $500 to pay the consultants PVN to help KIAA prepare a response letter to the most recent 106 consultation meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>Dr. Eric Larson, neighbor, addressed the board regarding the transportation of flammable liquids through the Kenilworth Corridor alongside SWLRT. He sent a letter to Fire Chief Fruetel asking him to explore the inherent danger of, and a plan to manage and mitigate the damage in the event of a spill or fire resulting from an ethanol train accident. Construction of the shallow tunnel will occur 12 feet from the freight rail track. Motion carried unanimously to endorse the letter.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn Smith made a motion to update, sign on behalf of KIAA, and send a letter to Senator Dibble recapping the discussion on outstanding questions on SWLRT from the last two meetings, to outline where information is needed and outstanding concerns that are not addressed. Seconded by Josine, carried unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Sculpture Garden Renovation – Josine Peters (minutes addendum)</h1>\r\n<strong>Statement:</strong>\r\n\r\nAs part of the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden renovation, the Walker Art Center will temporarily remove most sculptures. Many will be in storage, but others will be on short- or long-term loan to a number of Twin Cities institutions so that the public can still enjoy them during the construction project. The Walker is still in conversation with these potential partners and is identifying particular works for relocation. No official decisions have been made.\r\n\r\nOne thing we know for certain is that the Frank Gehry <em>Standing Fish</em> will be relocated from the Cowles Conservatory in order to reimagine that particular space. A formal announcement will be made in early 2015 announcing the relocation of specific artworks and their locations.\r\n\r\nMore information can be found on Minneapolisparks.org. Search under “current projects”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Carnival</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Motion carried unanimously to authorize $750 Kenwood Carnival.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> in front of the Kenwood Restaurant, 6-7:30. BeArtrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Food will be Red Wagon Pizza. New prospective board members are welcome. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Volunteers are Needed for Earth Day Cleanup.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meet on Saturday, April 25<sup>th</sup> at the Kenwood Rec Center. 9:30-noon. More info to come in April.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>February 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met February 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; 4 neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1>Lunch with Lisa on Feb 25<sup>th</sup> and the topic is TBD at the time of this meeting. There will be a communication shortly to provide interested residents the time, place and topic. The last lunch was well attended with a speaker from the Youth Homelessness Initiative.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There is a wrecking permit pulled for a residence at 2536 Upton S for a replacement house.</li>\r\n	<li>Property valuation notices for 2015 have been mailed to residents. If residents would like to have a review for equalization of their property value, it must be done at this time. If you believe your property is not correctly assessed, please refer to the City of Minneapolis website for instructions. You will need to pull your own comparative properties and submit an application for review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update, Section 106 Review (potential affects of SWLRT on historic properties) – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that the next SWLRT section 106 consultation meeting is 2/6. KIAA will attend the meeting along with the other consulting parties; SWLRT project staff, the State Historic Preservation Office, City of Minneapolis, the Park Board, CIDNA, and others. This meeting concerns solely the impact on the historical Kenilworth Channel crossing. Adverse effects on neighborhood historic properties from construction as well as operation of the trains and related traffic will continue to be the top focus of KIAA at future 106 meetings. Jeanette Colby motioned to approve $500 for the KIAA retained consultants Preservation Design Works to attend the meeting, Josine Peters seconded. The motion was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a follow up discussion led by Larry Moran regarding the need for specifics from the SW Project office for what to expect in 2015 on the project to be able to inform residents and how best to obtain that information. Suggestions that were made would be finalized after the meeting as a follow up but included contacting representatives to request their attention to any concerns that are not being addressed.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Larry Moran</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA task force is continuing to work on solutions for the 2015 beach season. The importance of continuity was stressed for a neighborhood strategy to address neighborhood concerns regarding the beach. If KIAA funds extra park police patrols in 2015, KIAA would work with funding recipients to align on how the money would be spent, and would look to include Chief Ohotto and Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams in the conversations. Jack Levi to follow up with Kathy Williams for an update from the task force on long term strategies and next steps.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> January 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 5, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Vice Chair Mike Bono called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; Dan Pennie, Anne Carayon, Dylan Thomas (SW Journal), Jean Deatrick (Hill and Lakes Press), Bruce Brunner, Donna Minter, Jody Strakosch\r\n\r\n7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman\r\n<h1><em> </em>Lunch with Lisa on Jan 28<sup>th</sup> will feature a Youth Homelessness speaker. RSVP to Lisa’s office is appreciated.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>SWLRT. There will be CIDNA, KIAA, Bryn Mawr, and Cedar Lake Park Association representation on committees regarding the W 21<sup>st</sup> St and Penn Ave stations. The city is seeking individuals with landscape architecture experience to serve on the committees and give input on environmental mitigation and remediation strategies.</li>\r\n	<li>A CIDNA homeowner described damage to homes on Sunset Blvd from the recent Met Council sewer reconstruction project. The Met Council and its contractor have not satisfactorily addressed the homeowners’ property damage claims according to the testimonial. Kathy Low brought forth a resolution for discussion, similar to one recently passed by CIDNA, requesting that the Met Council revise processes to resolve damage disputes and compensate property owners who suffer damage due to Met Council projects, especially in light of the proposed SWLRT construction. Discussion on how to engage state and city leadership is an issue that is common to neighborhoods at risk of damage by construction, for the agenda of a January 21<sup>st</sup> meeting. Kathy Low moved for approval of the resolution. Jeanette Colby seconded. Unanimously passed and final version was published to KIAA post-meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that on 1/7 the Park Board will vote on two resolutions – 1) request approval of funding to complete a study of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel for SWLRT 2) a letter to the FTA stating that input from the Park Board has not been duly considered (note: the Park Board subsequently voted to approve these motions in the 1/7 meeting). In the board’s materials for discussion is the KIAA Section 106 letter (which is in regard to the adverse effects of construction on historic districts or properties). This letter was approved between KIAA monthly meetings. There was a general discussion regarding upcoming opportunities for neighborhood input, potentially coordinating input with CIDNA and Cedar Lake Park Association, and the reliability of the funding for above mentioned mitigation strategies.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Property Resolution – Kathy Low</h1>\r\nHidden Beach Committee\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike Bono surfaced the discussion of the formation of a KIAA committee to proactively handle concerns for Hidden Beach. The committee chair description was developed by Chair Larry Moran prior to the meeting and was reviewed by the board members present. Angie Erdrich offered to get input on the draft description from Kathy Williams and the Hidden Beach committee she chairs currently.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nKIAA Annual Gathering\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The date of the Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. Preparations are underway and more details are to come. All neighbors are encouraged to join in the annual celebration of our neighborhood, and participate in the election of the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nRain Gardens\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich shared that 20 residents had applied for raingardens. A huge win for the</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>The Rain Garden grant is through Metro Blooms.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Addendum:</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The City of Minneapolis Public Works Department, after consultation with the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board, is working with a contractor to install a temporary diversion of the stormwater system from an outfall pipe in the Lagoon (between Lake of the Isles and Lake Calhoun) to the north shoreline of Lake Calhoun.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWork on the installation begain last week and is expected to be completed by January 16.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Mike Bono at 8:39 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<table width=\"640\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"9\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"4\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n&nbsp;','KIAA_archive_0ct02_2017','','private','closed','closed','','kiaa_archive_0ct02_2017','','','2017-10-02 12:39:18','2017-10-02 17:39:18','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?page_id=1600',0,'page','',0),(1244,2,'2015-07-28 14:22:05','2015-07-28 19:22:05','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2015 meetings will be held on July 6, September 14, October 5, November 2, and December 7.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-128','','','2015-07-28 14:22:05','2015-07-28 19:22:05','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/07/28/240-revision-128/',0,'revision','',0),(1245,2,'2015-09-14 16:29:27','2015-09-14 21:29:27','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2015 meetings will be held on July 6, September 14, October 5, November 2, and December 7.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-129','','','2015-09-14 16:29:27','2015-09-14 21:29:27','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/09/14/240-revision-129/',0,'revision','',0),(1648,2,'2017-02-06 15:57:03','2017-02-06 21:57:03','<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest  Light Rail (SWLRT) Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC.\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe four comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-04_22_2015-Materials_THL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 04_22_2015 Materials_THL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials-FINAL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials FINAL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Hill &amp; Lake Press article re: SWLRT</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong> By Michael Wilson</p>\r\n<p align=\"center\">The above article can be found on the bottom part of page one of this link:</p>\r\n<a title=\"Viability of SWLRT, current alignment questioned\" href=\"http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf\">http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest LRT Update re Park Board:\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects.\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners voted on the following resolution:\r\n\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-74','','','2017-02-06 15:57:03','2017-02-06 21:57:03','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/02/06/46-revision-74/',0,'revision','',0),(1252,2,'2015-09-14 16:30:17','2015-09-14 21:30:17','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2015 meetings will be held on July 6, September 14, October 5, November 2, and December 7.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-130','','','2015-09-14 16:30:17','2015-09-14 21:30:17','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/09/14/240-revision-130/',0,'revision','',0),(1253,2,'2015-09-24 15:18:47','2015-09-24 20:18:47','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2015 meetings will be held on July 6, September 14, October 5, November 2, and December 7.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-131','','','2015-09-24 15:18:47','2015-09-24 20:18:47','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/09/24/240-revision-131/',0,'revision','',0),(1234,2,'2015-07-28 14:19:49','2015-07-28 19:19:49','Approved January 5, 2015\n\n<strong>Resolution to Recommend Review of Metropolitan Council’s Policy Regarding </strong><strong>Project Administration and Accountability to Property Owners</strong>\n\nWhereas, It has come to the attention of the Kenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) that a number of homeowners in the Cedar-Isles-Dean neighborhood apparently suffered damage to their properties as a result of the Metropolitan Council’s Cedar-Lakes Sewer Improvement Project (MCES Project No. 804122), and\n\nWHEREAS, Neither the Metropolitan Council’s contractor nor the Metropolitan Council Environmental Services have taken responsibility or satisfactorily addressed CIDNA homeowners’ documented property damage claims, and\n\nWhereas, This lack of accountability leads to legitimate concerns about this and all other projects the Metropolitan Council administers, especially the construction and operation of the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT), and\n\nWhereas, This dereliction of responsibility with regard to property damage will potentially affect all properties – public, park or private property alike - along the 16-mile proposed SWLRT route.\n\nTHEREFORe Be it resolved, That the KIAA Board of Directors urgently requests that the Metropolitan Council review its policies for resolving property damage disputes resulting from its construction projects and its role in administering projects;\n\nBE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That based on this review and before construction begins on the SWLRT, the KIAA Board of Directors urges the Metropolitan Council to put clear and reasonable processes in place to resolve damage disputes and fairly compensate property owners who experience damage as a result of Metropolitan Council projects.','Kenwood News: Resolution','','inherit','closed','closed','','1233-revision','','','2015-07-28 14:19:49','2015-07-28 19:19:49','',1233,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/07/28/1233-revision/',0,'revision','',0),(1235,2,'2015-07-28 14:19:54','2015-07-28 19:19:54','Approved January 5, 2015\r\n\r\n<strong>Resolution to Recommend Review of Metropolitan Council’s Policy Regarding </strong><strong>Project Administration and Accountability to Property Owners</strong>\r\n\r\nWhereas, It has come to the attention of the Kenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) that a number of homeowners in the Cedar-Isles-Dean neighborhood apparently suffered damage to their properties as a result of the Metropolitan Council’s Cedar-Lakes Sewer Improvement Project (MCES Project No. 804122), and\r\n\r\nWHEREAS, Neither the Metropolitan Council’s contractor nor the Metropolitan Council Environmental Services have taken responsibility or satisfactorily addressed CIDNA homeowners’ documented property damage claims, and\r\n\r\nWhereas, This lack of accountability leads to legitimate concerns about this and all other projects the Metropolitan Council administers, especially the construction and operation of the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT), and\r\n\r\nWhereas, This dereliction of responsibility with regard to property damage will potentially affect all properties – public, park or private property alike - along the 16-mile proposed SWLRT route.\r\n\r\nTHEREFORe Be it resolved, That the KIAA Board of Directors urgently requests that the Metropolitan Council review its policies for resolving property damage disputes resulting from its construction projects and its role in administering projects;\r\n\r\nBE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That based on this review and before construction begins on the SWLRT, the KIAA Board of Directors urges the Metropolitan Council to put clear and reasonable processes in place to resolve damage disputes and fairly compensate property owners who experience damage as a result of Metropolitan Council projects.','Kenwood News: Resolution','','inherit','closed','closed','','1233-revision-2','','','2015-07-28 14:19:54','2015-07-28 19:19:54','',1233,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/07/28/1233-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(1236,2,'2015-07-06 11:42:32','2015-07-06 16:42:32','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2015 meetings will be held on July 6, September 14, October 5, November 2, and December 7.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-127','','','2015-07-06 11:42:32','2015-07-06 16:42:32','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/07/06/240-revision-127/',0,'revision','',0),(1241,2,'2015-09-01 16:04:12','2015-09-01 21:04:12','<strong>By U.S. mail:</strong>\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association\r\n<h4>PO Box 3660</h4>\r\n<h4>Minneapolis, MN 55403</h4>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>By phone or email:</strong>\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby\r\n\r\n612-339-8418\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:debbielarry@comcast.net\">j</a>mcolby@earthlink.net\r\n\r\nOr, you may contact any of the KIAA Board of Directors at their email address shown under the “<a title=\"KIAA\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/kiaa/\">KIAA Listing of Board Members</a>” section of this website','CONTACT US','','inherit','closed','closed','','50-revision-8','','','2015-09-01 16:04:12','2015-09-01 21:04:12','',50,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/09/01/50-revision-8/',0,'revision','',0),(1239,2,'2013-06-21 16:55:14','2013-06-21 21:55:14','<strong>By U.S. mail:</strong>\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association\r\n<h4>PO Box 3660</h4>\r\n<h4>Minneapolis, MN 55403</h4>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>By phone or email:</strong>\r\n\r\nLarry Moran\r\n612-377-6483\r\n<a href=\"mailto:debbielarry@comcast.net\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nOr, you may contact any of the KIAA Board of Directors at their email address shown under the “<a title=\"KIAA\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/kiaa/\">KIAA Listing of Board Members</a>” section of this website','CONTACT US','','inherit','closed','closed','','50-revision-6','','','2013-06-21 16:55:14','2013-06-21 21:55:14','',50,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2013/06/21/50-revision-6/',0,'revision','',0),(1166,2,'2015-03-02 21:29:01','2015-03-03 03:29:01','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2015 meetings will be held on January 5, February 2, March 2, April 6, and May 4 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-122','','','2015-03-02 21:29:01','2015-03-03 03:29:01','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/03/02/240-revision-122/',0,'revision','',0),(1635,2,'2017-11-20 17:51:23','2017-11-20 23:51:23','<p align=\"center\"><strong>Kenwood-Isles Area Association</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Monthly Board of Directors Meeting</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>December 4<sup>th</sup>, 2017</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>7:00 – 8:30pm</strong></p>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>7:00      Welcome, Approval of the Agenda                                Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>7:05      City of Minneapolis Update                                             CM Lisa Goodman     </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>7:30      Reading Partners                                                                    Kelly Rynda  </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>7:45      2014-2016 Unused NRP Funds                                             All</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>8:00      Legislation Information Management System Presentation        </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>                                                                                                                 Abbie Sullivan</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>8:15      Open Time/Discussion                                                              All                   </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>8:30     Adjourn                                                                                            All</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA Board Priorities 2017-2018     (standing topic and reminder)                                     </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>-       Address Southwest Light Rail Issues</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>-       Protect our Lakes/Parks/Environment</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>-       East Cedar Lake Beach Safety</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>-       Support Kenwood Rec Center, School, and Neighborhood Events</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>-       Contract consultant to assist with communication/compliance</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Action Between Meetings</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><strong>Approved NRP/CPP Priority Plan and Funding Priorities</strong></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;','Kenwood News','','publish','closed','closed','','kenwood-news-3','','','2017-11-20 17:51:23','2017-11-20 23:51:23','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?p=1635',0,'post','',0),(1634,2,'2017-11-05 17:12:59','2017-11-05 23:12:59','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2017 meetings continue on October 2, November 6, and December 4.\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-173','','','2017-11-05 17:12:59','2017-11-05 23:12:59','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/11/05/240-revision-173/',0,'revision','',0),(1604,1,'2017-10-02 12:39:18','2017-10-02 17:39:18','&nbsp;\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n(click on a topic below to view)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#what\">What is KIAA?</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#message\">Message from KIAA Chair</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#listing\">Listing of Board Members</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#join\">Join a Committee</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#support\">Support Our Neighborhood</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#minutes\">KIAA Board Meeting Minutes</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Bylaws_2011.pdf\">KIAA bylaws (click for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-EEO-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA EEO Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-ADA-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA ADA Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/KIAA-Grievance-Procedure1.docx\">KIAA Grievance Procedure</a>\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"what\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>What is KIAA ?</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Isles Area Association</strong> <strong></strong>is a volunteer organization of Kenwood residents who, since 1962, have worked together in a collaborative effort to address issues and matters related to maintaining and improving the quality of life in our neighborhood. The neighborhood-elected Board of Directors generally meets the 1st Monday of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. These meetings are open to the public. The topics of discussion include:\r\n\r\nA City Council update from Lisa Goodman, our City Council representative\r\n\r\nA Treasurer’s report\r\n\r\nCommittee updates\r\n\r\nOther neighborhood updates/news\r\n\r\nWe invite you to attend our meetings and to become involved in the neighborhood by joining the Board or serving on one of our committees: Communications, Crime and Safety, Events/Special Projects, Light Rail Transit (LRT), Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP), and Zoning.\r\n\r\nWe also invite you to participate in our neighborhood events which include:\r\n\r\nThe City of Lakes Loppet and neighborhood skating party in late January/early February\r\n\r\nOur annual neighborhood meeting in May\r\n\r\nSpecial events in Kenwood Park during the summer\r\n\r\nThe Twin Cities Marathon in early October.\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA Mission Statement</strong> – To build a strong community in the Kenwood-Isles area by providing leadership, information on local matters, and a forum for issues resolution.\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Mascot</strong>, Egret (Why the Egret you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Color</strong>, Red (Why red you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\"><img title=\"egret-red\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"448\" height=\"261\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Message from KIAA Chair</strong> –\r\n\r\nThe KIAA Board continues to work on issues affecting Kenwood residents. These issues include:\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li><strong>Light Rail</strong>. The planned construction of light rail in the neighborhood brings both great opportunity and challenge. Connecting to a growing system will allow residents access to the western suburbs, both downtowns, the northern suburbs, and the airport. We face two challenges with the arrival of light rail: we need to ensure that it moves safely through the neighborhood; we need to work to make sure that is has the least impact on the neighborhood and the environment. To that end, we have neighbors on the various committees that are making decisions on design, station areas, and the mitigation of the overall effect the project will have on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Freight Rail Re-Route</strong>. The approved plan for the light rail construction requires the reroute of the freight line out of the Kenilworth Corridor (because of space constraints). Currently, there is discussion to redesign the project in order to allow both light rail and freight rail to run in the corridor. KIAA Board members are involved in meetings that discuss the issue and are trying to make sure resident concerns are heard.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Parade Road</strong>. Though it is not in Kenwood, the reconstruction of the road in front of Parade Ice Garden affects many residents. We have followed the discussions and have heard presentations from Anita Tabb, our Park Board Representative.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>The Budget</strong>. As we faced last year, budget issues are affecting Kenwood Recreation Center. We are working closely with the management of the center to offer whatever help we can.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\nWe invite your input and involvement in any of these issues. We also are glad to hear from you about any other issue you think is affecting the quality of life in our neighborhood. Join us for our monthly board meeting. Volunteer to be part of the board or work on specific board committees (e.g., LRT, zoning, communications, crime and safety). Visit our new website (<strong><a href=\"../../\">http://kenwoodminneapolis.org</a></strong>) and stay informed on neighborhood events and news.\r\n\r\nThanks and have a great spring!\r\n\r\nKIAA Board Chair\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"listing\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Shawn Smith (Chair)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Larry Moran (Vice Chair) </strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Jack Levi (Secretary)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:jack@levicapital.com\">jack@levicapital.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Matthew Spies (Treasurer)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>matthew.spies@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Michael Bono</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:mbono@brocade.com\">mbono@brocade.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Mark Brown</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:pluim2020@aol.com\">M</a>ark@AcceleratedInnovations.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong><a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><a href=\"mailto:angie_sandeep@yahoo.com\">angie_sandeep@yahoo.c</a>om\r\n\r\n<strong>Carl Goldstein</strong>\r\n\r\ncarl@wordsonfire.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Kyle Leier</strong>\r\n\r\nKyleier@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeremy Nichols</strong>\r\n\r\njsn@umn.edu\r\n\r\n<strong>Will Stensrud</strong>\r\n\r\nwillstensrud@gmail.com\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div><strong>Join a Committee</strong> – The <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> would love to have more neighborhood participation on our standing committees. We need your ideas on how to make the <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> even better and more relevant to everyone in the neighborhood. Any one who lives or owns property in the Kenwood neighborhood is eligible to join. If you are interested in participating, please contact any of the committee members listed:</div>\r\n<table width=\"810\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Communications </strong>(Chair is vacant) –This committee works toward better communication among neighbors, KIAA Board members, and other organizations and entities. It also works to promote the Kenwood neighborhood.Responsibilities include:</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Publishing the semi-annual KIAA newsletter and monthly e-newsletter</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the KIAA web site</li>\r\n	<li>Creating/maintaining the neighborhood welcome kit</li>\r\n	<li>Developing communication materials and methods</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the neighborhood e-mail distribution list</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong> Chair is Mark Johnson – <a href=\"mailto:mjruns26@gmail.com\">mjruns26@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee works to promote safety in the Kenwood neighborhood.Goals include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Keeping the community safe</li>\r\n	<li>Educating residents about safety issues</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating information about crimes in the area in a timely and accurate manner</li>\r\n	<li>Recruiting block leaders</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining a relationship with the Minneapolis Police Dept. and Crime Prevention Specialist</li>\r\n	<li>For more information or to subscribe to the quarterly e-newsletter for our precinct (the 5th) visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>or text SPOTLIGHT to 22828.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Events/Special Projects</strong> Chair is Amy Lucas – <a href=\"mailto:amylucas@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">amymlucas@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee plans neighborhood events and works with the Kenwood Recreation Center staff and other neighborhood associations to co-sponsor events. It also addresses issues of current interest to neighborhood residents and ensures KIAA representation on community task forces.Some of the annual events coordinated by this committee are:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Skating party</li>\r\n	<li>Earth day/community cleanup day</li>\r\n	<li>Neighborhood Annual Meeting</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>LRT</strong> Chair is Jeanette Colby – <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\" target=\"_blank\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\nHennepin County and the Met Council are planning a light rail line (SWLRT) between Eden Prairie and downtown Minneapolis that would run along the Kenilworth Trail through the Kenwood neighborhood. KIAA has taken an active role in advocating for high design standards and mitigation that protect our parks and neighborhood.Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Attending community meetings</li>\r\n	<li>Drafting resolutions</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with the KIAA Board and neighbors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong></strong><strong>NRP </strong>Chair position is vacant\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as liaison with the Minneapolis Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) and with the new Minneapolis Neighborhood &amp; Community Relations (NCR) Department.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Management of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Solicitation of neighborhood projects to be recipients of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Completion of required paperwork</li>\r\n	<li>Development and implementation of our NRP Phase II plan</li>\r\n	<li>Communication with NRP staff and neighborhood activists citywide regarding NRP matters</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and written materials required by new Minneapolis NCR Department</li>\r\n	<li>Frequent updates regarding NRP and Minneapolis NCR/NCEC matters at KIAA Board meetings</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Zoning</strong> Chair is Larry Moran – <a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as the liaison between neighborhood homeowners seeking variances or conditional use permits and the KIAA Board.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Responding to neighbor’s questions regarding neighborhood zoning rules</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating the variance or conditional use permit process to neighbors</li>\r\n	<li>Meeting with neighbors to review any variance or conditional use permit requests</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with Minneapolis zoning and planning officials</li>\r\n	<li>Presenting requests for variances or conditional use permits to the KIAA Board</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"support\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Support Our Neighborhood – </strong>Your membership helps<strong> KIAA</strong> support neighborhood projects and events. Click on the link below to download a PDF of the membership form, then print out the form:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?attachment_id=113\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-113\">KIAA_Membership form (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform.gif\"><img title=\"KIAA Membership Form\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform-150x150.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\r\n<div>-<strong>July 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 7/10/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center<ins cite=\"mailto:Lucas%20Lucas\" datetime=\"2012-07-16T18:56\"></ins></p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Absent:  Mark Brown.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the  “50% design regarding Peavey Plaza”</li>\r\n	<li>The Penn/Oliver reconstruction project continues; the Penn Ave S setback has been approved. You can go to the Penn Oliver website for more information. Hard finish will be before 8/25/17, before school starts</li>\r\n	<li>The home on 2431 W22nd St is a potential teardown: No news yet regarding this property</li>\r\n	<li>Aug 1, 2017 is National Night Out: Permit application is by July 18<sup>th</sup> to avoid $100 fee.</li>\r\n	<li>Kmart on Lake St: The City is thinking about alternative locations for KMart. The City owns the land and building and the lease expires in 2050. Kmart’s demands are currently not acceptable to the City, so there is a deadlock for now on negotiations.</li>\r\n	<li>Regarding the 35W reconstruction: Starting in August, Interstate 35W will be under construction between I-94 in downtown Minneapolis and 46th Street. Bridges across 35W will be repaired or reconstructed.</li>\r\n	<li>The Pirate Mermaid event is on July 15 1-3pm. Need help with pirate booty and lemonade; Jeanette has offered to help.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a photo area for families to take pictures</li>\r\n	<li>Has KIAA done a neighborhood walking tour? Amanda thinks it would be a good idea. She will propose something.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake event – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The family event that took place in June resulted in commotion at the beach. The police presence diminished after that.  Then, another day following this commotion, there was a fight at the beach, followed by confrontation between the beachgoers and the police.  Following these events, KIAA met with the police; Matt sent a memo to the KIAA Board regarding this meeting with the police 2 weeks ago.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding encampments at Hidden Beach (as well as around South Minneapolis).</li>\r\n	<li>Ron wants to go over photos for ideas regarding paths for walking around the Hidden Beach area, as well as other parts of Cedar Lake. KIAA would like to hear his ideas and then form a committee to steer ideas into reality.</li>\r\n	<li>South Cedar Beach will be re-designed as a result of a private donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>John Peterson</strong>\r\n\r\nThis organization makes saunas available by bringing the sauna to the public. It is a mobile sauna 20X8 ft. John was referred to the park board to obtain a permit.\r\n\r\nThe company is now a coop and they are trying to expand. They currently have 141 members.\r\n\r\nJohn would like to do an event in August 2017 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nJeanette raised the issue that beach goers should be invited to make reservations, not just Kenwood residents. In general, the KIAA board that this would support the KIAA objective for positive programming at the beach.\r\n\r\nThe Motion for sauna operation at Hidden Beach by Will was approved by all.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\nMatt gave a KIAA financial report covering current account balances and monthly financial activity.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>2017 Neighborhood Priority Plan– Mike Bono</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe following was approved by the KIAA Board today:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) is participating in the Community Participation Program (CPP) for Minneapolis neighborhood organizations. CPP is a city program designed to give residents and property owners the power to improve or maintain their own neighborhoods and direct city resources to fit their needs.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe goal of Neighborhood Priority Plans is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners. Neighborhood Priority Plans must be developed and adopted through a thorough neighborhood participation process. The plan identifies preliminary neighborhood priorities (as identified by the neighborhood) and potential partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the result of the neighborhood survey, KIAA proposes to use its Community Participation Program funds allocated to the Neighborhood Priority Plan as listed below:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n1) Support community outreach and consulting services related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n2) Provide funding for landscaping around Lake of the Isles and for spreading awareness about preserving Cedar Lake Park.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n3) Provide funding for increased crime prevention and safety activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n4) Support the Kenwood Recreation Center, Kenwood School, and local businesses with funding for programming activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n5) Continue to fund a resource to assist KIAA with its communication efforts.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSpecifically, the proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan would include but no be limited to:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Supporting cooperative efforts with surrounding neighborhoods and organizations to minimize negative impacts on the Kenilworth trail as a result of the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Provide funding to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Continuing annual support of additional police patrols at East Cedar Lake Beach and other crime prevention activities such as increased police patrols in the alleys.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Contracting for part-time help to continue the monthly e-newsletter, and other communication efforts including developments regarding LRT.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Providing funding for educational programming and social activities with Kenwood School</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on September 11, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a>June Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met June 5<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</strong></p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1>Highlights from the KIAA Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Annual Gathering was held on Monday May 8<sup>th</sup> (rain date)</li>\r\n	<li>Total attendees were approximately 100.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2017-2018 board was elected, including 3 new board members (Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein).  Josine Peters stepped down, and we thank her for her service.</li>\r\n	<li>Speakers included Louise Erdrich regarding the renovation of the former Stephen Dean’s Tailors space, and Deb Pilger from MPRB regarding goats at Hidden Beach.  MetroBlooms and Hennepin County Recycling set up information tables.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction utility and roadwork is beginning.  The work will be completed by early fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Lunch with Lisa Field Trip will happen June 21<sup>st</sup> at 11:45AM.  You can choose from an Arts Tour of the Sculpture Garden, or a Hard Hat Tour of The Target Center Renovation.  Please contact Lisa’s office, as space is limited.  The next Lunch with Lisa is in September and will cover the Peavey Plaza renovation.</li>\r\n	<li>The City will not be able to ban plastic bags from grocery stores as originally planned (due to state legislative pre-emption).  The City is exploring other options and strategies to reduce the use of plastic bags.</li>\r\n	<li>Household hazardous waste events are occurring in June, July, and August.  The city will recover or recycle paint, solvents, etc. for free.  The next two are June 23-24 at the Public Works Facility (3607 E 44<sup>th</sup> St), and July 28-29 at Jenny Lind Elementary (5025 Bryant Ave N)</li>\r\n	<li>There was an open discussion on plastic bags, organic composting, downtown crime</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Election of Officers - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board elected officers for the 2017-2018 season, and welcomed three new directors.  The new KIAA board was unanimously approved by vote; Chair:  Shawn Smith.  Vice-Chair:  Larry Moran.  Treasurer:  Matt Spies.  Secretary:  Jack Levi.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nConflict of Interest Policy - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Board approved the KIAA Conflict of Interest Policy by email voting on April 26<sup>th</sup>, 2017.</li>\r\n	<li>Each board member signed the policy which is designed to 1) protect public trust in the integrity of the KIAA-decision making process and 2) to establish the procedures applicable to the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest in the context of transactions or arrangements entered into by KIAA where a member may have a financial interest in or fiduciary responsibility towards an entity with which KIAA is negotiating a transaction or arrangement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that donations in 2017 were down more than 50% vs. 2016.  This needs to be a focus for the upcoming fiscal year.  Jeanette made a motion to approve reimbursements as noted on financial detail.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Oriole Feeding Installations/Prairie Restoration Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie requested reimbursement for $192 to support the installation of the Oriole Feeding Station, to plant new plants in the prairie restoration area and food for the orioles.  The plants are consistent with the strategy as they are part of the natural environment for the prairie and orioles.  The funding was already approved at the April meeting and is under budget so was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Programming– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown and Will Stensruud planned the June 10<sup>th</sup> Family Beach Opener.  Artrageous is hosting activities for kids.  Jeanette moved to approve $300 for food and refreshments and not more than $500.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Summer Solstice Celebration on Wednesday, June 21<sup>st</sup>.  Artrageous is hosting the solstice party and it will be shared via social media.</li>\r\n	<li>Yoga is free to the public (hosted by KIAA) is held every Thursday at 7PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Open water swims start Monday June 19<sup>th</sup>.  Participants must sign up with the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Jim Gilroy Bench Dedication – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA last year lost a beloved board member, Jim Gilroy.  Thanks to the generosity of Kenwood residents, Jim’s friends and family, a bench was purchased in his memory on the Lake of the Isles Walking Path, across from Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church.  On Sunday, June 25<sup>th</sup> (1-5PM) there will be a dedication picnic.  All are welcome to attend to celebrate his life.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Park Board Update – Mark Holtey\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Rec Center will receive a Little Library this month.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Minnesota Zoomobile Presentation Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> at the Kenwood Park Picnic area from 1-1:45PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Movies in the Park at Kenwood Part resumes Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> 15 minutes after dusk.  This month’s showing will be <em>Hidden Figures</em>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on Monday, July 10th, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met April 3<sup>rd</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</strong></p>\r\n<strong> <img title=\"More...\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-includes/js/tinymce/plugins/wordpress/img/trans.gif\" alt=\"\" />Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown, Angie Erdrich, and Matt Spies.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick.</strong>\r\n<h1><strong><em> </em></strong></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction is scheduled to begin within a couple of months. The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting reviewing the project on April 25<sup>th</sup> at 6:30 at the Kenwood Rec Center.  There will be a separate public meeting on the assessment, tentatively scheduled for May 9<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>The April 26<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will host representatives from the Park Board and Walker Sculpture Garden.  They will discuss public art and sculpture, including updates on the Walker.  Please call Lisa’s office to order a lunch in advance ($10).</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping begins April 11. <a href=\"http://www.minneapolis.gov/streetsweeping\">www.minneapolismn.gov/publicworks/streetsweeping</a>.  Please be sure to follow parking restrictions to avoid a ticket.  Yard waste bundles will also be picked up at the same time – place it with recycling for pickup.  Do not sweep into the street as it is damaging to the environment.</li>\r\n	<li>As Backyard Fire season begins, please observe City Rules:  Permitted only 9AM to 10PM, burn only untreated fire wood (no trash), fire must be 25 feet from a structure and in a fire ring.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>I-35W will be under rehabilitation starting Summer 2017-Fall 2021, between 43<sup>rd</sup> St S and 15<sup>th</sup> St.  Please see <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies (Pre-Report)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt pre-reported less than $2500 in expenditures for the month, which included payments for the Hill and Lake Press Annual Sponsorship, down payments for the annual gathering, and board liability insurance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>2552 W Lake of the Isles Variance – Ryan Smith, Tyler Hillger</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Construction on the vacant lot at 2552 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway will require two variances to build as designed:  1) Front Yard Setback.  Due to the curve of the street, the setback rule would place the house in violation.  The variance would allow the setback variance to be consistent with the adjacent homes.  As designed, the front of the home will be behind the front of the original home down in 2004.  2) Terrace Square Footage Maximum.  The planned terrace would be allowable if variance 1 is approved.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA did not make a motion on the variance and requested that the board be kept informed and adjacent neighbors directly engaged by the homeowner.</li>\r\n	<li>If approved by the city, construction would begin late summer 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP and Priority Plan</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to approve the 2016 KIAA CPP Annual Report, which will be submitted to the city.</li>\r\n	<li>Mike presented a Financial Interest and Fiduciary Responsibility conflict of interest policy, now required by Minneapolis, to preserve public trust in the integrity of KIAA decision-making process.  The policy, once signed, will also be posted to the KIAA website.  The policy will be voted on between meetings to allow board members time to review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Will reviewed the proposed budget for the summer of 2017 at $5450, to support programming: Yoga, Log Rolling, June 10 Summer Kickoff Party, BeArtrageous, and a Music Series.  Motions were made to fund June 10<sup>th</sup> Summer Kickoff ($1300), Yoga ($600 for 10 sessions), the June 21<sup>st</sup> Solstice Party ($150), July 15<sup>th</sup> Pirates and Mermaids ($500).  Approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         An additional expenditure of $2000 was proposed to buy a generator to fill a bounce house for weekly events.  Due to liability concerns, the subcommittee was asked to go back and research further prior to a vote on the funding.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering May 1<sup>st</sup> – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Gathering is 6-7:30 at Kenwood Corner</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA board members are requested to sign up for tasks.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.  Current board members were requested to announce their intent to run prior to the next meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project Updates – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn provides updates on this standing topic, the #1 priority for the board per the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey.</li>\r\n	<li>County Transit Improvement Board did not vote unanimously from disbanding, with Dakota County voting against without a larger payout, and Hennepin County against because commissioners knew that CTIB would not disband.  It remains to be seen whether a county sales tax can be implemented to fund the missing state share of $135M</li>\r\n	<li>SWLRT and Bottineau line are not approved for funding in the new proposed federal budget.  84 State legislators signed a letter to Transportation Secretary Chao further requesting that funding be withheld because it did not have legislative support.</li>\r\n	<li>Files are advancing at the state level to remove/increase railroad liability for co-location, block any future light rail transit without state approval, and implement terms and elections to Met Council officials.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is the Annual Gathering on Monday, May 1st, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 6<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mark Brown, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n<h1> The Agenda Was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting held during the month of April, an announcement will be sent out on Next Door.  There will be a public hearing in May regarding the assessment.</li>\r\n	<li>The March 29<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will be an update on Peavey Plaza renovations.</li>\r\n	<li>Unspent and frozen NRP money will be returned to neighborhoods.  Kenwood received $1000 back.  The amount received by Kenwood for NRP was mostly spent in support of our neighborhood priorities.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA donated $750 to support the Kenwood School auction.</li>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the importance of managing the budget on a three-year cycle, tied to the funding cycle from the city.  Also discussed was ensuring that the budget would address reimbursable expenditures vs non-reimbursable expenditures that depend on neighbor contributions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt submitted a proposal to define objectives for the 2017 season, focusing on the implementation of 3 recurring activities such as puppet shows, yoga, log rolling, etc.  Additionally, how to engage the Park Board to implement improvements to the beach prior to SWLRT operations.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to take the lead on planning the programming.  Options will be discussed for future seasons to fund an intern to manage the programming and community outreach.  For 2017, a subcommittee will be formed to develop the action plan and report to the board at the April meeting.  Larry noted that it is important to share the plan at the annual neighborhood gathering on May 1<sup>st</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The gathering is May 1<sup>st</sup>.  Angie put together a to-do and sign up list for tasks that need to be completed to have a successful event.  The biggest issue to finalize is food.  KIAA is exploring different options that can reduce cost.  An option is to identify any neighborhood caterers or restaurant owners to support the event with food.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January Citizens Advisory Council meeting.   The Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District voted unanimously to permit SWLRT for construction through the waters that it manages.  Cedar Lake and the Kenilworth Channel drain into the creek and the Mississippi River, which MCWD manages.</li>\r\n	<li>On March 8<sup>th</sup>, County Transit Improvement Board voted to disband, clearing the way for Hennepin County to implement a 50 cent sales tax to fund SWLRT state share and ongoing operational costs.  However, because Dakota County voted against disbanding, there will be a process to follow where either CTIB will have one county member, or increasing the buyout to the county to gain their vote.</li>\r\n	<li>Full federal funding grant of $900M, if awarded, will happen by the end of June.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates:  Please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 3<sup>rd</sup>, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 6th, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Mark Brown, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Police Chief Ohotto, and 4 other residents.\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\nCity Council Update – Lisa Goodman\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner and contribute 7% of the total budget of $1M.  There will be a large neighborhood meeting held in advance to share details.  Work will be completed prior to fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The February 22<sup>nd</sup> Lunch with Lisa topic is Emergency Preparedness, including natural disasters and pandemic readiness.  Please contact her office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Ward 7 has been prioritized for the City’s Tree Planting Program.  Residents can get information and order trees March 6-12 at <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.  There will be a lottery, and those selected will be notified by March 22.  Trees will have a nominal cost to residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette provided an update on the parking situation in Downtown Kenwood.  She reported that the business owners did not support a KIAA proposed solution to add restrict parking to one side of 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Another possible solution is to clarify the parking signs on Penn Avenue in front of Kenwood School.  One resident from Oliver Ave expressed his concerns on the adverse effect he is experiencing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA dedicated $5000 for police overtime (80 hours of patrols).  2016 had the second lowest number of police reports since the lowest year (2008).</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The Chief continues to recommend a balance of extra patrols with the positive programming that has happened in the last 2 years.  Neighborhood involvement/usage of the beach is also important, vs. solely relying on police patrols.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Jeanette moved to spend $5000 for 2017 continued additional policing, pending the securing of city funding via the Neighborhood Priority Plan contract.  Mike will inform the board once city funding is confirmed.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The party was rescheduled for February 12<sup>th</sup> due to poor ice conditions.  KIAA will still contribute cookies towards the event.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Residents donated $747 last month, most in response to the annual newsletter.  KIAA also received some city reimbursements, totaling $2500.  KIAA appreciates the local funding of the neighborhood residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jean Deatrich has helped Matt mail thank you letters in response to all donations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Letter of Concern over 3020 Kenwood Parkway – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Calhoun-Isles Association is opposing the construction of a Residential High Rise on the Northeast Corner of Lake Calhoun that would possibly violate the Shoreland Overlay District and would certainly be in opposition to local ordinance.  The building would be 59 feet tall and out of character with the surrounding neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed a letter stating KIAA’s position that developers need to respect the overlay district not only for this project/lake but for future projects and other lakes.  This position supports the KIAA Neighborhood Priority of protecting the environment, lakes, and waterways.  The Overlay height restriction exists to protect the lake edge from out of scale development, shading, and wind concentration and a negative human caused impact on the environment.  Larry moved to send the letter, approved unanimously.  A response was received from CM Lisa Bender that it does not violate the Overlay Disctrict but does violate local zoning.  Jeanette is working with the city and C-I Association to clarify.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The annual gathering and board elections are May 1.  Any residents that would like to run for a board position are encouraged to contact KIAA; ssmith288@me.com.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         To reduce costs, new food alternatives will be considered for the annual gathering.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood School Request – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The School requested $750 in funding to be a sponsor of the Kenwood School Auction and Fundraiser.  KIAA supported this request in 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA view is that the funding supports the Neighborhood Priority of supporting robust programming and education our Kenwood School, which not only serves Kenwood children but children from other parts of the city.  Shawn moved to support the funding, unanimously approved.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January CAC meeting.   The Southwest Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that at the State Legislature GOP leadership is challenging that the Met Council will rely on the state to pay 50% of ongoing operating costs for light rail and transit but the state has no voice in which or how many projects are built.  That would mean that there is no elected voice in the regional transit plan and required state funding.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District is meeting on February 23<sup>rd</sup> to vote whether to approve permits for SWLRT construction and operation in areas that MCWD manages.  The MCWD is responsible for maintaining the water quality for the Watershed, which includes the Chain of Lakes.  The public comment period closed February 2<sup>nd,</sup> and many testified concerns about conflicts of interest with MCWD managers.  Most managers were appointed by Hennepin County Commissioners, that support the project.</li>\r\n	<li>As only 3 Kenwood properties are identified to have severe averse impacts, KIAA will consider funding an independent study of vibration and noise similar to one conducted at the Minneapolis/St Louis Park border.  The study would evaluate the Kenilworth Corridor north of the Kenilworth Channel.  Jeanette will contact the engineers to find out if there would be any benefit and what the cost would be.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will kick off the planning for ECLB programming for 2017.  He will solicit resident ideas.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJanuary 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 9th, 2017 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Will Stensrud, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Directors Absent:  Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mike Bono, Treasurer Matt Spies.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Snow Emergencies are communicated via Facebook, Instragram, Email/text alerts, City of Minneapolis Mobile App.  All residents are encouraged to sign up for alerts to be aware of when Snow Emergencies are declared.</li>\r\n	<li>Road Sand is available from the City Public Works Sites, to be placed in a barrel in areas that are needed.  Please contact Lisa’s office to request a barrel of sand.</li>\r\n	<li>Christmas Trees are recycled by the city.  Please put your trees at your regular pickup site.  Old Christmas lights can also be recycled; go to <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is January 25<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall.  The topic is Public Art, including a sneak preview of the Nicollet Mall art.  Lisa is always interested in constituents’ ideas for topics.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette brought to Lisa’s attention NRP survey results to get her perspective on what is within the city’s ability to address.  Many issues raised in the survey, including noise and excessive speed are regulated and difficult to enforce.  Any public works issues such as alley defects should be directed to Lisa’s office.  Jeanette will follow up with Lisa to address the continuing parking and alley access problem by Downtown Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Warming House – Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy shared that a volunteer group with representatives from from CIDNA, Lowry Hill and East Isles, the Minneapolis Parks Foundation, MPRB staff and local architects are considering that the warming house should be replaced, in part based on age (18 years old). The cost to bring the structure in and out by crane is increasing to $20K per year; a new structure designed to be more easily transported could make moving it less expensive. The idea being discussed is to change the structure into one that can be used all year, across different sites, for different purposes. There will be a design competition and funds raised. KIAA supports the idea of replacement but there was a discussion as to whether it\'s appropriate for KIAA to contribute neighborhood funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Treasurer Report – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Several contributions were received in January ($398) as a result of the Fall Newsletter.  KIAA appreciates the support and Matt will work with Jean to send acknowledgement letters to the donors.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie will provide via cookies for the party funded by KIAA.  The party is January 22<sup>nd</sup> from 1-3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Application – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will help manage the process for Rain garden applications and awarding grants from MetroBlooms.  This year is the third year of this partnership, and this year there will be no cost to KIAA.  KIAA will make an in-kind donation of time and resources to promote the initiative.  More information will be provided by the end of January.  Rain gardens support our NRP initiative of protecting the lakes and environment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Cedar Lake Orioles Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie is leading engagement with Kenwood School to reinstall Oriole feeding stations this spring.  Last year, orioles were abundant and several classes visited Cedar Lake Park to see them, accompanied by teachers and neighborhood volunteers.  This initiative is important because it drives more family and educational opportunities at Cedar Lake.  Angie requested $200 for laminated signs and feeding station supplies (food).  Jeanette moved to approve, unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering Planning Kickoff – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The annual gathering will be May 1<sup>st</sup> in downtown Kenwood, which includes food and election of KIAA officers.  In order to keep costs in check, other food options will be explored.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Communication Committee – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Will, Mark, and Jeanette will work with Jean regarding a communication committee and communication plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that CTIB is likely in the process of self-dissolving so that Hennepin County can raise the transit sales tax to .5%, to fund the missing $140M state share of funding.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion whether to contact the FTA regarding Met Council compliance to 2012 Certification Requirements for Federal Funding, and without a vote KIAA determined not to take any action.</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is contacting three LRT- adjacent property owners to discuss construction.  These are the only houses at 21<sup>st</sup> St that the Met Council deems to be impacted by LRT operations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The top 5 priorities from the survey were identified – SWLRT, Lakes/Parks/Environment, Kenwood Rec Center events, Hidden Beach Safety, and Kenwood School.  Jeanette wrote a summary report to share with anyone interested.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Calhoun Association is asking KIAA to support opposition to a 54 foot tall residential building to be built adjacent to Tin Fish on Lake Calhoun (replacing 3 existing homes).  The proposed structure would be within the Shoreland Overlay District which has a height restriction of 36 feet.  As an action taken between meetings, the proposal will be reviewed and voted on whether to support or not support the opposition.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board Police Chief Ohotto will be invited to attend the KIAA February Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>December 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 5th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis finalizes its 2017 budget on December 7th.  On November 30<sup>th</sup>, there was a public hearing; 45 people provided testimony on the mayor’s proposed budget. There was a significant organized effort to reduce proposed police budgeting in favor of more community based non-profit policing.  The mayor had proposed adding 15 additional sworn officers as 2016 had the lowest number of officers this decade, 100 less than 2009.  Neighborhoods Organizing for Change challenged that increase.  (Addendum Post KIAA Meeting:  December 7<sup>th</sup> saw a similar number of testimonials and content, and the budget was adopted with the 15 additional officers.)</li>\r\n	<li>The budget also proposes a new position of Small Business Navigator.  This position would assist small businesses in navigating the Minneapolis city laws and regulations.  Lisa supports up to 4 positions in order to help small business navigate the city’s complex licensing and codes.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa emphasized that the Final Truth in Taxation notices that were mailed in November did not include the voter approved school special taxation levy.  Therefore, property taxes are understated by approximately 10%.  Revised Final Notices will not be mailed.  (Note to residents:  look at your 2016 School District Voter Approved Levy to see approximately how much your 2017 taxes are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Car2Go is ending operations in Minneapolis because of two business conditions that created an inability for the company to be profitable.  1)  The city mandated that Car2Go distribute cars equitably throughout the city; however, because some neighborhoods had higher origination/destination usage than others, the company incurred high costs to redistribute cars, and some cars sat idle in lower-used neighborhoods.  Publicly, Car2Go cited that they were taxed/licensed at a car rental rate, which is higher than that of taxis and other ride-share services.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January after December 12ths Later with Lisa.  Lisa is interested in constituent input for topics for her schedule of 2017 lunches.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Board Member – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette introduced Will Stensrud, who with his family purchased a home in Kenwood one year ago.  Will asked to join the board to become more involved in the issues that shape Kenwood.  Jeanette motioned to approve his addition, and it was approved unanimously.  Welcome Will!</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>November was a busy month for SWLRT.  The FTA accepted testimony regarding Metropolitan Council accountability and adherence to process to determine certification for federal dollars for the next 4 years.  Many Kenwood residents sent testimony, including the LRT Done Right group.  Testimonials were published in last month’s Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn stated that there are two key next steps where KIAA will engage in SWLRT:  1) Follow up with the FTA to find out about how the neighborhoods testimony will be used, and will the findings be made available to the public, and 2) SWRLT construction and mitigation is the top issue surfaced in the annual NRP survey, and KIAA will continue to keep SWLRT as a standing KIAA meeting topic, and publish updates in the Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>LRT Done Right organization is engaging and meeting with key elected officials in the coming month to gain information and understanding of positions heading into the 2017 State Legislative Session.  Officials at the state, county, city, and park board will be met with.  KIAA’s position against residential development on the Kenilworth Trail/SWLRT line will be communicated.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reviewed the monthly balance sheet for KIAA as well as the expenditures and revenues for the month.  There was minimal activity during the month: payments made to Jean Deatrick and Post net for the Fall Newsletter, as well as a small payment to reimburse Pop Up Playground expense at “Hidden Beach,” and one donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA has submitted its Community Participation Program application for the upcoming three-year funding cycle by the City of Minneapolis, worth $25K annually to Kenwood.  KIAA is in the process of canvassing the neighborhood to determine the specific priorities to include in the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of NPP is to identify major initiatives for neighborhood organizations, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>The results of the Neighborhood Priorities survey were reviewed.  Top issues identified were SWLRT mitigation, protecting the lakes, East Cedar Lake Beach safety, supporting Kenwood Community Center activities/Common gathering place, more street lighting.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette noted that only 60 responses were received.  The link to the survey was put in the KIAA Fall Newsletter, Nextdoor, and Hill and Lakes Press.  Jean Deatrick will email out a link to her neighborhood email list and extend the deadline to December 18<sup>th</sup> to capture more feedback to feed the Top 5 Priorities.  There will also be future discussion on how to address other priorities received in written comments.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Lake of the Isles Warming House will be replaced.  The Park Board is considering a mobile structure that can be used all year.  Neighborhood Associations are being approached to provide funding.  There was discussion as to whether or not neighborhood funds should be used towards this project in light of the “Close the Gap” funding recently allocated to the Park Board, totaling $11M annually and funded by property tax increases.</li>\r\n	<li>Action taken between meetings:  The board approved up to $200 to place a sign in Downtown Kenwood to help address the continued concerns over parking issues.  It will direct patrons towards alternative parking locations and try to keep alley access clear.  Exact wording and structure is under discussion.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:27 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 9th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met November 7th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in November due to Thanksgiving.  On Monday December 12<sup>th</sup> at 4:30pm will be Later with Lisa, her annual holiday party.  It will be held at the Normandy Inn.  Cash bar, parking is free.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping is completed as of November 15th, as is yard waste pickup, for the season.  The city does not sweep alleys, leaf removal there is the responsibility of the home owner.</li>\r\n	<li>The house at 1204 Kenwood Parkway is under historic review.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction is on track to be complete by December.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa shared the Mayor’s 2017 Proposed Budget.  The board reviewed the budget and gleaned that the proposed levy increase is driven primarily by 1) 59 new positions in the city, 2) Park Board/City agreement on 20 Year Plan, 3) additional spending on social programs and grants to Non-Profit organizations.  The Truth in Taxation Hearing is November 30<sup>th</sup> at City Hall, and the budget will be adopted on December 7<sup>th</sup>.  Public testimony will be heard at both.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Monthly expenditures were for the Gilroy Memorial Bench and the Thrill Kenwood, offset by city funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody is the Citizen Advisory Committee representative to the Metropolitan Council and the CAC met last month.  Jody shared updates on SWLRT that were learned in the meeting.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>LRT trains normally sound a horn coming out of a tunnel, but it will not sound when emerging from the tunnel in the Kenilworth Corridor.  There are also bells on each train that sound at road crossings, but at 21<sup>st</sup> St these will not sound and there will be a stationary bell.  This will allow for less variance in the sound impact and more reliable noise mitigation.</li>\r\n	<li>Revenue service is estimated to begin in 2021.  Construction is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Construction will begin in Fall 2017 to move the freight lines in the Kenilworth Corridor; there will be five phases of construction in our neighborhood and it is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Met Council representatives will be going door to door to record structural conditions of homes in order to establish a baseline for potential damage as a result of construction.  Addresses/scheduling to be announced in December.  It is not determined how repairs will be handled that are a result of construction.</li>\r\n	<li>The CAC November meeting was cancelled.  At future meetings Jody will continue to press for information and we will share in this space.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended the FTA review of the Metropolitan Council’s certification on November 2<sup>nd</sup>.  The FTA certifies the Met Council every four years as a process to approve the Council to continue to receive federal funds.  Shawn shared that 5 speakers used SWLRT as an example where the Met Council did not consistently deliver against the objectives that the FTA measures against.  The public has until November 30<sup>th</sup> to provide testimony; if interested, please contact Shawn at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Applications</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sign Ups are now being taken for 2017 Good Steward Raingardens.  Raingardens on your property help reduce pollution in our lakes.  MetroBlooms and KIAA are teaming up to install reduced-cost raingardens for 15 Kenwood homeowners.  Cost is reduced through a Good Steward Grant (cost to homeowners will be approximately $350 for a $2,000 raingarden).  Email Laura Scholl to get on the list:  <a href=\"mailto:laura@metroblooms.org\">laura@metroblooms.org</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be applying for the next three-year cycle of funding by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program for $25K annually.  KIAA will submit its Community Participation Program application that will include the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of the Neighborhood Priority Plan is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the CPP application be approved, Mark seconded, unanimously passed.</li>\r\n	<li>A survey to solicit neighborhood input for the priority plan will be sent this month to ensure that monies are directed in the direction of projects that are valued by residents.  Here is the link: <a href=\"https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp\">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp</a>  (If link doesn’t work, type in your browser)</li>\r\n	<li>This season was one of the lowest in terms of police incidents in recent history.  The full end of season report will be published in the KIAA Fall Newletter, being mailed this month.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach end of season report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is receiving neighborhood impact letters from the Restorative Justice program from citations at East Cedar Lake Beach.  Fines can be waived if the cited writes a letter of atonement.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended October’s Lunch with Lisa.  The topic was the 20 Year Park Plan and it was covered in detail by Superintendent Jayne Miller and Board President Anita Tabb.  The Kenwood Park will not receive any funding from the 20 Year Park Plan as it is not a high priority park as determined by the Park and Rec Board.  Examples of criteria on how prioritization were assessed are Areas of Racially Concentrated Poverty, Populations of Color, Population Density, Youth Population, Asset Lifespan, and Neighborhood Density.  Kenwood Park will still receive its funding as part of the regular budgeting process.  Shawn learned that The Park Board will have approximately $11M of annual incremental funding via the city and park board levy.  Shawn also learned that if Minneapolis were to implement a $15 minimum wage, it would increase payroll for the Park Board by approximately $2.2M annually.  It was not clear how the Park Board would adjust the plan or mitigate the impact of that wage increase without affecting the 20 Year Plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:34 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 3rd, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood and Community Relations Department – Jack Whitehurst</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mr. Whitehurst represented the city for the annual board survey which the city is conducting.  The purpose of the survey is to gain demographic information on the makeup of city boards.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA encourages all residents of the neighborhood who would like to serve on the board regardless of demographic background.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion on Neighborhood Action Plan money status.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt presented an update on in/outflow of cash for the fiscal year, as well as a spending/income forecast through 2019.  Matt will present a financial report at each KIAA monthly meeting going forward.  This will allow for accurate planning on an annual basis going forward so expenditures can be prioritized.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be sending a survey to gain feedback on resident’s priorities to be addressed in the Neighborhood Priority Plan, which needs to be filed in November.  The survey was edited and approved to be sent.</li>\r\n	<li>The new warming house for Lake of the Isles winter skating area is still under consideration by the Minneapolis Park Board.  The new warming house is in concept stage.  Neighborhood associations may be approached to support it financially.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda Vallone from BeArtrageous is planning Thrill Kenwood, a successful Halloween party that has been held in the years past.  The board approved repeating a $750 contribution towards the event.</li>\r\n	<li>The Jim Gilroy memorial bench (former board member, deceased) has been installed and all who donated are appreciated.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA Fall newsletter is in process to be published by November.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA was informed by a MPRB tree inspector who visited the Rec Center corner that 7 diseased crab apple and trees will be removed. They will be replaced in Spring 2017 with 3 North Star Cherry trees and 4 Mont Royal plum trees, which are disease resistant with useful fruit for the public to eat.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nSeptember 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met September 12th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Dee Montgomery (Heritage Coalition).\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn moved for approval of the agenda, with the addition of Dee Montgomery’s topic, and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be September 28<sup>th</sup> at Opus Hall.  The topic is still being determined.  Lisa is always open to suggestions for topics for Lunch with Lisa, please contact her office with ideas.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale construction is still on schedule to be finished this fall.  Hennepin northbound will be open in the coming weeks.</li>\r\n	<li>The local government channels are changing as follows:  Comcast HD will be 799, and Standard Definition will be 14.  Century Link HD will be 8501, and standard definition will be 8001, Multilingual HD will be 8502, and standard definition multilingual will be 8002.</li>\r\n	<li>November 8<sup>th</sup> election early voting starts September 23<sup>rd</sup>.  There are 4 early voting locations in Minneapolis, please see the city website for more details.  Shawn Smith stated that the voting period was starting very early considering the first Presidential Debate is not until September 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Historic Marker Restoration Project – Dee Montgomery</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The centennial marker commemorating the establishment of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation will be restored.  The original boundary of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation included areas of Kenwood, and the marker that is being replaced is located on the southeast edge of Lake of the Isles.  The Heritage Commission has its own funds; tax dollars will not be used.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board advised Dee to consult with Native Americans to ensure that any concerns regarding the history and commemoration of Fort Snelling were heard.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is pushing for clarification and information with the warning bell and mitigation strategy at the 21<sup>st</sup> St crossing.  KIAA has requested involvement from Commissioner Marion Greene and expressed the need for her support on this issue with the Southwest Project Office.  There are concerns over the volume of the proposed wayside bell.</li>\r\n	<li>The Section 106 process is continuing now that the Memorandum of Understanding is executed.  This pertains to mitigation strategies for Grand Rounds eg landscaping, retaining walls, shoreline treatments, etc.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking continues to be an issue where patrons are parking too close to the alley, blocking driveways, too close to stop signs, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to explore signing solutions – parking is allowed at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Increasing neighborhood programming at the beach remains a KIAA focus.  It is part of the overall strategy to reduce crime and improve public safety.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that 35 kids came to the Play Space “pop up playground” and the strategy was successful.  The board approved a $25 increase to the funding to cover extra expenses.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reiterated the need to work on the Priority Plan Strategy, which will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.  Mike Bono, Matt, and Mark Brown will work on the subcommittee.  The CPP application is due November 10.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2016 Minneapolis Housing Resource Guide is published.  This is a resource for associations and homeowners.  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/\">www.minneapolismn.gov</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>A motion was approved to reimburse Deb Gilroy for $100 for the expenses related to placing a bench for former board member Jim Gilroy.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>By Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met July 11th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Chief Jason Ohotto and two of his officers, Jean Deatrick, and three neighbors.\r\n\r\n<strong>Opening Activities</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>No lunch with Lisa in July or August.  Please be sure to sign up for Lisa’s email list to get updates on construction, traffic, and event updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues.  The Hennepin/Vineland intersection will have major work done in July/August.  The overall project is on schedule for completion by November.</li>\r\n	<li>The variance at 2000 W 21<sup>st</sup> St was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting is open for the 2016 primary.  Election judges are needed this year.  Please call Lisa’s office to sign up to be a judge.  A mix of party affiliations is needed.</li>\r\n	<li>National Night out is August 2<sup>nd</sup>.  After July 19<sup>th</sup>, there is a fee to block off the street.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette expressed KIAA’s appreciation for the quality of the City of Minneapolis’s response to the FEIS, documenting the history and the issues within the project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Chief Jason Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Police reports written on park property at the beach declined from 48 to 31.  This is the second summer where there was a significant reduction in reports.  Chief Ohotto attributed the success to the positive programming and activities at the beach, as well as the increased park police patrols, some funded by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto recommended that neighbors that want to support safety efforts should call in issues to 911, and provide detailed, specific information, name and callback number.  Err on the side of calling 911 vs not calling when you see a negative impact to public safety.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown reported that the June 20<sup>th</sup> potluck at the beach was a great success with strong turnout.  The kids activities (face painting, spray chalk, cookies) were popular.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented ideas for longer term strategies, including boat racks, playground equipment.  Park and Rec Board financial support and fundraising will be needed.  A Community Action Committee will be formed.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt proposed an August Pop Up Adventure Playground as a new activity to pilot.  A motion passed to fund this event with up to $800 of NRP funds.  Engagement with the Kenwood School and neighboring association were identified as opportunities to increase participation.  Jeanette recognized Angie for getting the Kenwood School engaged in using the beach for educational opportunities.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed the idea of hosting a food or beverage cart at the beach on behalf of the neighborhood.  A motion passed for up to $200 to be spent from NRP funds for a KIAA/ECLB Patron Appreciation Day.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported on the June 13<sup>th</sup> FEIS public presentation by the Southwest Project Office.  Approximately 20 neighbors attended from Kenwood, CIDNA, and Loring Park.  On a positive note, the presentation summarized the 17,000 page FEIS effectively.  Unfortunately it was not tailored to the concerns of the Minneapolis segment of the corridor.  There continues to be a high level of concern over the ability of the tunnel to be built near Calhoun Shores Townhomes and the Kenilworth “pinch point.”</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the June 28<sup>th</sup> CAC meeting was cancelled, a consistent issue with many of the other CAC meetings which have also been cancelled in the past couple of years.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette communicated with the general manager of the Kenwood Restaurant to ask that employees park on Penn Avenue, and to help address the issue of patrons parking too close to alleys and driveways, and the issue of delivery truck restricting neighbor access to the alley.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie confirmed that parking for Downtown Kenwood businesses is permitted at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.  A “sandwich” board idea was proposed at a cost of $200 or for city signing or to paint the curb yellow to inform where and where not to park.  Noted for follow up between meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Mike Bono, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike and Matt outlined the plan to develop the 3 year plan as well as budgeting for the upcoming year.  It will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood, while also ensuring that current funding priorities can be maintained should funds be cut in the future.</li>\r\n	<li>New neighbor introduction:  Mikki Johnston and family</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will attend a Whittier Alliance Meeting on July 19<sup>th</sup> to understand the goals and strategies of that group.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie will follow up with Creative Citymaking regarding a video project opportunity, with a possible focus on ECLB.  KIAA would need to make a proposal to secure participation in the project, which is a competitive process.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>June 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 6th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters, Jack Levi.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Amanda Vallone, Jody Strakosch, Mark Holtey and two neighbors.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Board members conducted a brief introduction to begin the 2016-2017 term.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is complete for the season.  There will be a “Lunch with Lisa Field trip on Wednesday, June 29<sup>th</sup>, touring Givens Violins, which is a renowned repair business for cellos and violins.  If interested, please call Lisa’s office to book one of the two tours for that day.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues and has entered the paving phase.  Please contact Lisa’s office to be placed on an email list to receive weekly construction updates affecting the Twin Cities.</li>\r\n	<li>Sidewalk repair has come to Kenwood this year, part of a 10 year cycle.  White dots mark the sections that will be replaced.  Homeowners will be assessed $250-$400 per square for the repair.  Call 311 to discuss whether sections need to be replaced, or if they do not need to be replaced.  Please direct questions regarding how unique situations, such as tree root heaves, to 311.  All affected homeowners should have received a letter from the city; please refer to it for FAQs.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette volunteered to remain Chair; Larry volunteered to remain Vice Chair; Matt Spies volunteered to become Treasurer; and Shawn volunteered to remain Secretary.  Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt asked for resolution to relocate the KIAA bank accounts to US Bank.  Jeanette moved in favor, passed unanimously.  Matt asked for an additional resolution to transfer, check writing authority, opening accounts, deposits, and withdraw funds; from Ed Pluimer to himself.  Jeanette to be the second signatory.  Shawn moved, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette once again recognized Ed Pluimer for his years of service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Memorial Bench for Jim Gilroy – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie reported that $1550 has been donated to the Estate of Jim Gilroy for the purposes of a memorial bench on Lake of the Isles, near 21<sup>st</sup> St..  Jean Deatrick will send an e-blast as a reminder for any other residents that would like to contribute.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie moved that KIAA donate $300 towards the memorial bench to recognize Jim as a sitting board member at his death.  Funds will come from KIAA Money Market Account.  Approved unanimously.  As funds are in the account about to be closed, motion was approved to allow Ed Pluimer to write the check.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Financial Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is preparing a 2016-2017 balance sheet to ensure income and expenditures are clearly documented.  Mark, Larry, Matt, and Mike will form a finance subcommittee to inform a finance update at KIAA July meeting.  Motion approved to establish said committee.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies/Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda (from ARTrageous) shared that the Summer Solstice Party will be held at ECLB on June 20<sup>th</sup> from 6:30-8:30.  This will be a potluck event.  ARTrageous will provide henna, face painting, and a Creation Station for families.  The event will be cancelled in case of rain.  The event is open to all.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented a new proposal for a Pop Up Adventure Playground series.  Matt agreed to go renegotiate lower costs in order to run a pilot, vs investing in 3 events this year.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities including a Summer Solstice Potluck, Pirate/Mermaid Beach Party were identified for funding for $800.  A discussion was had regarding source of funds and how much to spend.  The board approved the expenditure unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda and Matt were approved to work together to spend up to $400 to place an ad in Hill and Lake Press to announce summer activities at ECLB.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  The CAC met in May.  Jennifer Munt stated that the Met Council would find funding to move ahead with SWLRT. The FEIS was reviewed; Nani Jacobsen recognized Kenwood for providing feedback that drove changes from the SDEIS to the FEIS.  Further, station art was approved for the West 21<sup>st</sup> St Station, which is what the Kenwood station will be named.  The next meeting will be June 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn has coordinated a meeting on June 13<sup>th</sup> for the Met Council to present the FEIS and take questions from residents.  This meeting was supported by the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn presented the FEIS draft and will circulate a soft copy to the board and Jody to be reviewed and approved as an action between meetings.  The deadline for submission is June 13<sup>th</sup> for any comments, and must be done in writing to the Southwest Project Office.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking at the Kenwood Corner continues to be a challenge, with visitors parking too close to the alley and to corners and blocking access.  Jeanette called the city to determine the cost of parking signs.  Action to be taken between meetings.</li>\r\n	<li>Kenwood Corner Raingarden Signage was approved as an action taken between meetings.  The Raingarden is now installed and the sign provides good information about the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  KIAA thanks Angie Erdrich for her work to beautify the corner.</li>\r\n	<li>Louise Erdrich is taking the space formerly occupied by Stephen Dean for a business to be announced shortly.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 9:10 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 11th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2016 KIAA 5<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> For the 5<sup>th</sup> year, KIAA had its annual meeting on May 2nd at Kenwood Corner, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> In attendance were seven KIAA serving board members up for re-election, one new member-elect, City Council Member Lisa Goodman, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Green, Minneapolis Parks Commissioner Anita Tabb, and approximately 100 neighbors.</p>\r\n The gathering began at 6PM.  The weather was great and everyone enjoyed Red Wagon Pizza and beverages, compliments of KIAA. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM.  There was a moment of remembrance for Jim Gilroy, KIAA board member who passed away suddenly in April.  Jim will be greatly missed; he was a kind and generous person, dedicated to improving our entire community.  The family has reserved a site for a park bench in his memory on Lake of the Isles.  Friends and neighbors who would like to contribute may do so.  KIAA Board Member Angie Erdrich will facilitate, please make checks payable to Minneapolis Finance Department, Memo “Jim Gilroy Bench” and mail to her at 2217 Oliver Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405.  A receipt will come from Minneapolis Parks, and the Gilroy family will receive a list of donor names.  Please submit donations by June 1<sup>st</sup> in hopes of installing the bench this summer.\r\n\r\nKIAA thanked retiring board member Ed Pluimer.  Ed has generously served on the board for over 20 years, most recently as Treasurer.  Our neighborhood is grateful for his energy and commitment.\r\n\r\nJeanette then stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year:  SWLRT work including work such as efforts to mitigate potential adverse effects to the neighborhood (if the project comes to pass), support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Raingardens from Metro Blooms, and positive programming for East Cedar Lake (Hidden) Beach.  The “Welcome Orioles” project – an environmental learning program for Kenwood School, co-sponsored with the Cedar Lake Park Association, received a shout-out from neighbors in attendance.\r\n\r\nJeanette introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to herself:  Jack Levi, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Matt Spies (Treasurer Elect), and Shawn Smith.  One new board member, Mark Brown was introduced.  Jeanette made the motion for re-election/election of the 2016-17 board, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\nKIAA would like to thank neighbors that supported KIAA financially at the gathering and throughout the year.  It helps us fund activities and keep our neighborhood strong!\r\n\r\nOther updates, action between meetings:\r\n\r\nThe 2015 KIAA Annual Report was approved by the board on April 28<sup>th</sup>.  The Annual Report is required by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program.  The report was prepared by Mike Bono with input from KIAA board members, and submitted by the 4/29 deadline.\r\n\r\nMatt and Julia Spies’s are requesting a variance for a remodel on their home.  As the Spies proactively partnered with their neighbors, KIAA supports their variance.  The variance will be reviewed at the Board of Adjustment meeting on June 9<sup>th</sup>.\r\n\r\nThere will be a Kenwood Neighborhood Rummage Festival of June 10-12<sup>th</sup>.  Please join your neighbors and plan a rummage sale during those dates!  If you are not able to have your own rummage sale, please consider donating to the Kenwood Elementary School Benefit Rummage Sale at the Kenwood Rec Center.   The rummage runs June 11 from 9-2PM. Donations can be dropped off at the Kenwood Recreation Center on June 10<sup>th</sup> from 4-6PM.  100% of proceeds benefit the Kenwood School.  Volunteers are needed to price goods, manage the sale, and haul goods to charity at 2PM on the 11<sup>th</sup>.  Contact Angie Erdrich to volunteer:  angie_sandeep@yahoo.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood.  If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us.  If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met April 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nVice Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies (Minutes), Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Jack Levi.  Absent:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith, Josine Peters, Jim Gilroy.  Also present:  Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\nUnanimous Approval of the Agenda\r\n<h1>City Council Update -  Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Upcoming Lunch with Lisas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>April 27  – Discussion with Made Here, the creative place-making initiative to fill empty downtown storefronts</li>\r\n	<li>May – Bill Leaf will talk about tourism master planning</li>\r\n	<li>June  – Field trip to Claire Givens Violin, premier violin reconstruction/repair; 40 people may attending in two groups of 20.  Contact Lisa’s office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping starting April 13 running through May 9</li>\r\n	<li>Yard waste pickup will begin in Kenwood on April 11</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa highlighted the state of the Hennepin/Lyndale Reconstruction Project road closures</li>\r\n	<li>On April 21, Board of Adjustment will be hearing variance for property at 2401 Sheridan Ave.  Adjacent residents will receive a notice in the mail by April 10<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa provided an overview of her and Council Member Barb Johnsons plan for the city to work with the Park Board to provide funding for neighborhood parks</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Gathering will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include a brief meeting:  the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association activities for the year.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lakes, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>As an action taken between meetings, the board approved the hiring of Red Wagon Pizza, and will be paid for by KIAA funds estimated at $1890.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong>2016/2017 Budgeting</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the merits and limitations of creating a budget for the 2016/2017 operating year.   The primary concern and is the complexity of the requirements for using various funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt Spies will coordinate an assembly of board members to explore ways to implement a framework for spending and raising KIAA funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board has indicated that they do not have capacity for an additional movie in the park for summer 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>An Oriole feeding station will be installed in Cedar Lake Park between May 3 – May 17 by Kenwood Elementary School students.  The project is sponsored by Birchbark Books.  Bird watching volunteers are needed.  Contact <a href=\"mailto:Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com\">Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>NOTE: The following information was approved to be added to the minutes by a motion taken after the meeting.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith (update provided in abstentia)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Since the March KIAA meeting, letters opposing the current SWLRT Kenilworth Plan were sent to Governor Dayton, Lt Governor Smith.  An aide in Governor Dayton’s office responded and assisted in getting a response from Adam Duininck, Chair, Metropolitan Council.  The letter thanked KIAA for our participation in the process and informed the following points:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Final EIS will be published in 2<sup>nd</sup> Quarter of 2016, and no other responses will be forthcoming until then.  In the EIS will be the answers to KIAAs (and others) DEIS and SDEIS responses.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a ten day public comment period</li>\r\n	<li>There will be no process for resolution of further concerns as this is not a part of the process of the National Environmental Protection Act process.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn expressed to the aide in Governor Dayton’s office that securing a form response from Mr Duininck was secondary to our concerns.  He asked for Governor Dayton to confirm that he was aware of and supports or does not support the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>That a derailment collision between an ethanol train and light rail train will be a significant danger to the community and Target Field.</li>\r\n	<li>That other less expensive and more flexible options for transit exist, including bus rapid transit</li>\r\n	<li>That the Chain of Lakes could be degraded due to pile driving</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is a defendant in a lawsuit over failure to disclose discussions of other routes</li>\r\n	<li>That ridership of an Uptown line would well exceed the current alignment</li>\r\n	<li>That projected ridership figures at 21<sup>st</sup> St Station are not credible</li>\r\n	<li>That there will be 22 hours of contiguous noise every five minutes in one of the quietest areas in Minneapolis</li>\r\n	<li>That not one low income neighborhood will be within reasonable walking distance of any Minneapolis station.</li>\r\n	<li>We asked for an appointment with the Governor.  There was no response.  Shawn waited ten days and said that because the Governor failed to respond, we would need to inform our constituents that our elected officials and the Governor are aware of the above controversies and find them to be acceptable.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Larry Moran at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is our Annual Neighborhood Gathering on Monday, May 2nd at 6 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner in front of The Kenwood and BeArtrageous. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org   </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> March 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 7th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi.  Also present Patrick Sadler, Pat Scott, Phil Nordberg, Laureen Carlson, Will Stensrud\r\n\r\nMarch Agenda was Approved Unanimously\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Patrick Sadler, Lisa Goodman’s Office</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Community Planning and Economic Development plan for both Ward 7 and the city were provided.  Any residents that would like a copy can contact Lisa’s office or go to the City Website.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be Noon, March 30<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall; the topic is Sister Cities of Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work continues on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Please contact Lisa’s office to receive email updates on construction closures.</li>\r\n	<li>The Workplace Partnership Meetings proceed to review sick time and paid time off policy.  A final recommendation is due March 16.</li>\r\n	<li>There are openings on multiple boards and commissions in Minneapolis.  Any interested residents can apply via the city website.</li>\r\n	<li>The Community Connection Conference is Saturday April 2<sup>nd</sup> at the Minneapolis Convention Center to kick off 3 Year Planning for Minneapolis 2040.  The public is invited.  Jeanette suggested that Lisa’s office post information to Next Door to ensure the 7<sup>th</sup> Ward is represented if nobody from KIAA is able to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Reduced pricing is being offered for rain barrels and compost bins.  <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>. The city will also have a limited number of trees available to residents for $25.  You can order a tree for your property beginning March 21, see <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Request for Support of Variance for Accessory Dwelling, 2401 Sheridan Ave S – Phil Nordberg and Laureen Carlson</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Phil and Laureen requested variance support from KIAA to be able to add a bathroom and categorize their garage as an ADU.  The overall footprint will not change.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is generally supportive.  The petitioners have not spoken to each neighbor but will be sending out notices to all neighbors within 300 feet.  Jeanette motioned to support the variances, contingent that neighbors are all informed and have no objections.  Motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is in the process of confirming the open swim, pop up playground, and other activities for Summer 2016.  Event schedules will be published in Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette signed the agreement for extra police patrols.  With the warm weather, Matt is working with Park Police to start patrols.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities are being coordinated with Kenwood School, including bird watching.  Volunteers are needed to lead school hikes in April and May, please contact Angie Erdrich at angie_sandeep@yahoo.com</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that since the last meeting, letters were sent to the FTA, Senator Klobuchar, Senator Franken, and Rep Ellison as KIAA continues to escalate neighborhood concerns over this project.</li>\r\n	<li>A letter was also sent to Governor Dayton and Lt Governor Smith, with copies of the letters sent to the State and Federal officials asking for his support in getting a meaningful response to neighborhood concerns, which are centered on the risks and ripple effects of co-location of SWLRT and ethanol trains.  His office responded with questions, and KIAA is preparing a communication to send back.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will invite Sophia Ginis from the Met Council to our April meeting since she did not respond to our March meeting invitation.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion that despite our concerns, planning moves ahead unabated.  All are encouraged to contact their elected officials if they have concerns over co-location, noise, vibration, cost, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA has been actively communicating neighborhood concerns to local, state, and federal officials.  Due to an overall lack of responsiveness to those, the board approved a motion to send communication to President Obama, which will represent the highest level of escalation, and likely final, that the board will take.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Meeting - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Annual Meeting will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association financials.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lake Press, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie, Josine, and Matt are researching options for food to reduce costs from last year.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Board Succession Planning - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         With Ed stepping down, KIAA will need to fill the Treasurer role starting May 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is actively seeking new board members.  We need neighbors that are willing to volunteer 3-4 hours per month either as a board member or support a subcommittee.  There are several board members that have served for a decade or more and are looking to retire.  We need your help to fill these positions to continue the level of thoroughness being delivered today.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is seeking a representative for the Green Zone work being done by the city.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 1st, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Meg Forney, Amanda Vallone, and Jody Strakosch\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be February 24<sup>th</sup>.  The topic will be the City Workforce Training and Equity programs on Job Training.</li>\r\n	<li>2431 22<sup>nd</sup> St W ownership has requested a historic review and may be requesting a variance to the board in the near future.  Neighbors are reminded that KIAA is typically notified of variance requests and can help navigate the process.</li>\r\n	<li>The city prefers that the SWLRT station be called “Cedar Lake Station.”  The Met Council has suggested that 21<sup>st</sup> St Station is not a clear indicator of the location of the station but has asked for input.  (KIAA hesitates to put forth a suggestion because KIAA does not support co-location of freight and light rail, but if KIAA were to have a preference it would be West 21<sup>st</sup> St.)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Closing the Gap in Our Parks - Meg Forney</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meg is looking for volunteers to work for a Citizens Group to get signatures to support a referendum on the ballot for “The Closing of the Gap” for funding of $15M/year for the next 20 years to implement repairs in neighborhood parks.  If residents are interested, please contact Meg or Anita Tabb at the Park Board.  Additional information is available on the Park Board website.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Funding Recommendation – Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The success at East Cedar Lake Beach to reduce crime was in large part due to the partnership between KIAA and the Park Police.  The recommendation from Chief Ohotto was to spend $5000 for 2016 vs $8000 spent last year.  Police reports were reduced from 101 in 2014 to 56 in 2015.</li>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to spend $5000 for additional police patrols at ECLB in 2016 and be active early in the season.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that two disbursements were made in January relating to SWLRT planning and the Metro Blooms project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Thrill Kenwood – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>This event raised $400 for The Bridge for Youth.</li>\r\n	<li>The 1<sup>st</sup> annual Rock Kenwood Dance Party will be held at the Rec Center on Saturday February 27<sup>th</sup> from 3-6PM.  There will be a DJ, contests, crafting, and more.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt recapped the recent committee meeting and the programming ideas for 2016.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log rolling and Open Swim are planned to continue in 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>New ideas include puppet shows, art activities, potlucks, and more.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is considering putting forth up to $2000 of additional funding for activities, and discussed how to engage neighbors that might be interested in donating funds to support the activities.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  Jody reported that the November and December meetings were cancelled by the Met Council.  In the January meeting, progress updates were shared by the project office.  Final environmental impact statement is due in April.  Civil construction will begin fall of 2016.  There will be 29 private properties impacted by construction in Minneapolis, primarily adjacent to the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported that some responses were received from correspondence to Minnesota Senators and Representatives on the Transportation Committees.  Some responded to take KIAA response under advisement, and some spoke in favor of KIAA’s position opposing co-location.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn brought a motion to continue to present KIAA’s position opposing co-location to FTA officials in the Chicago office that are working with the Met Council on the alignment.  The board unanimously approved to send a letter.  Shawn will circulate it as an action between meetings for board review and final approval.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette is working to identify a point of contact for the Restorative Justice Program, who would coordinate community service work for the people in the program.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA recognizes Stephen Dean and his long standing contributions to the neighborhood. Kathie Constantine shared that his tailoring business in Downtown Kenwood is expected to close at the end of March.  He kept the neighborhood looking good with the many fine seams, hems, and alterations he provided over his 40 years in business, and we wish him well in retirement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:46 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>January 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met January 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A body was found frozen in the ice in the channel between Lake Calhoun and Lake of the Isles on January 4<sup>th</sup>.  It is not known to be a crime related situation and there is no danger to the public.  Residents are encouraged to demonstrate caution before proceeding to go out on the ice, especially areas that are not designated for winter recreational use.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is on Wednesday January 27<sup>th</sup>, the topic is a preview of the 2016 state legislative session. Senator Dibble among other elected officials are expected to attend.  Please contact Lisa’s office if you plan to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale utility work continues.  Sewer work will be necessary on Vineland Place near the Walker and Sculpture Garden.  Construction updates and road closures are available via Lisa’s office in her email updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Residents are advised that there needs to be a minimum 5 foot clearance on either side of alleys and driveways.  Neighbors are having difficulties accessing driveways and alleys when visitors or residents are parked within 5 feet of one.  This has been a challenge particularly at Kenwood Corner.  If access is blocked, neighbors can call 311 for assistance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed updated KIAA that the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District paid KIAA for the 15 neighborhood Raingarden projects.  KIAA will in turn pay MetroBlooms with these funds, as well as the KIAA share of $1134, approved at the December Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Noise Issues</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Local businesses are advised to ensure that their garbage and recycling services are observing local noise ordinances.  Garbage and recycling are not to be picked up prior to 6AM.  We love our local businesses.  Neighbors observing violations are encouraged to speak to the business owner first, and if unresolved then take a photo of the truck and email KIAA or Lisa Goodman’s office and we will contact the refuse service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt updated KIAA that the next ECLB Committee Meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan 26<sup>th</sup> at 7PM at the Kenwood Community Center.  All are welcome.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will invite Park Police Chief Ohotto to the February meeting to start the dialogue on the strategy for the summer of 2016.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the SWLRT environmental impact statement will not consider impacts of freight rail changes in the Kenilworth Corridor funded by the project, according to a recent email from the Southwest Project Office.  These changes include moving the rail much closer to homes, upgrading the tracks, building a bridge across the Kenilworth Canal, and removing many trees and green spaces.  Further, although the SWLRT project will spend tens of millions of dollars to “co-locate” freight and light rail, the Met Council says it “is not making freight rail permanent” in the Kenilworth Corridor.  KIAA is concerned that the upgraded freight rail infrastructure could encourage more trains at higher speeds, and create additional noise and safety concerns.  KIAA believes the SDEIS is flawed because it does not treat freight as a permanent condition, and therefore adverse impacts are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the section 106 meeting on December 3<sup>rd</sup>.  Section 106 protects historic properties impacted by federally funded projects.  The Kenilworth Channel is protected by section 106.  With input by Michael Schroeder of the MPRB, a bridge design has been agreed upon and the historic WPA retaining walls on the east side of the proposed bridge are now under consideration.  A memorandum of understanding will be developed in the coming months, and KIAA will decide whether or not to sign it when the time comes.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn, on behalf of KIAA, contacted each member of the Minnesota Senate and House Transportation Committees to surface the board’s continued concerns with co-location.  KIAA asked that the $135M of the state portion of the funding be put on hold.  This is to be voted on in the upcoming legislative session.  KIAA maintains that in a time of increased concern over rail safety, co-location of light rail and ethanol trains will pose a continual and sustained danger to the Kenwood neighborhood should there be a derailment. and we remain opposed to co-location.  The Minneapolis City Council, knowing of this risk, has nonetheless approved co-location, so KIAA is appealing to the state level.</li>\r\n	<li>County Commissioner Marion Greene is planning a public meeting on Wednesday, February 3<sup>rd</sup>.  KIAA will post time and place to NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Angie Erdrich will post in Next Door Kenwood a notice to invite neighbors to determine interest for the MetroBlooms Raingarden program for 2016</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lake of the Isles Skating Party is Sunday, January 24<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:38 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>December 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 7th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Larry Moran, Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi, Josine Peters  Also Present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n<h1>Agenda was approved unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since November Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby composed a letter to the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee articulating KIAA concerns that the SDEIS had shortcomings.  These arise from Met Council’s decision to treat freight rail as an “existing condition.” However, the SWLRT proposes creating permanent freight rail infrastructure where only temporary rail exists, and SDEIS failed to properly consider the safety, environmental, vibration, noise, and economic impact of that decision with freight rail as an existing condition.  In the December meeting, KIAA members voted in favor of sending the letter prior to the CMC.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>December 9<sup>th</sup> is the final opportunity for residents to testify at the City Council meeting regarding the 2016 budget and taxes.  Lisa encourages residents to appear in person or email their city representatives to provide testimony and input on how residential tax revenue is generated and spent.  This meeting will be in the past by the time these minutes are published, however residents are notified well in advance of the annual hearing in their Truth in Taxation statements for future tax years.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January.  December 14<sup>th</sup> marks the annual December Later with Lisa event at the Normandy Inn.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work is continuing on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Infrastructure has deteriorated further than expected and the project is approximately 6 weeks behind.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa confirmed that a variance at 2432 Sheridan Ave S was approved by the city.  This was endorsed by KIAA at the November meeting.  KIAA will seek input as broadly as possible for future requests</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed provided prior the meeting a recap of monies received from KIAA members as well as November transactions (expenditures), and these were discussed in the meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>The source of the remainder of Rain Garden funding was discussed.  Jeanette moved to use money from the NRP neighborhood livability Phase II fund.  Passed unanimously.  Mike Bono agreed to ensure that all city requirements were met to utilize that fund.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Resolution regarding Jean Deatrick’s contract – Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jean’s contract is set to expire at the end of the year.  Jean supports KIAA with communication, publication of the minutes, announcements, reimbursements, and other administrative activities.  Mike moved to extend her contract under the same terms until December 31<sup>st</sup> 2016.  Ed seconded the motion.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies\r\n<h1>·         Matt is reaching out to the Park Board to align on proposed activities for summer 2016.  KIAA continues to work on ensuring ECLB will be able to be used safely by all residents.  There will be a public meeting in January to discuss 2016 strategies, date/time/place to be posted on Nextdoor Kenwood.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA increased funding in 2015 to support existing funding from the Park Board et al, and research will be done to understand how much funding will be in place from other sources prior to a KIAA funding commitment for 2016.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Discussion continued from the November meeting regarding engaging state and federal officials over ongoing concerns for rail safety as well as other unaddressed concerns.  KIAA will contact state level transportation bill conferees to raise the concerns before end of year, and then again as State Legislators go back into session in February.  KIAA will also contact Federal Transit officials in advance of final funding of the line to ensure that federal officials are aware of local concerns with regard to safety, environmental, noise, vibration, and economic adverse effects not sufficiently addressed in the SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Metro Blooms is asking if KIAA would be interested in partnering on Rain Gardens again in 2016.  Angie will inform them of KIAA interest, pending gauging neighborhood interest.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:33 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met November 2nd, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since October Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA sent a response to the SWLRT project office regarding SWLRT Section 106 meeting Sept 23<sup>rd</sup>, as it relates to concerns over the traffic study.  There is a discrepancy in the ridership numbers vs SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Variance Request for Peterson Residence, 2432 Sheridan Ave S</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Request made in person by owners to enlarge the structure, extending a less than six foot variance along the property line.  A second variance was requested to extend the garage by five feet closer to the street, which is still within the set back.  Angie motioned to support, Matt to second, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws, Articles – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed changes to KIAA bylaws to modernize them, having consulted with Robert Cooper of the City of Minneapolis legal department.  For example, serving information via email vs paper mail, yet preserving multi modal communication which would include an annual newsletter or mailings at the discretion of KIAA.  Ed moved that KIAA approve the rewritten bylaws which would then be filed with the state, and stored on KIAA’s website.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed then moved to change articles of incorporation to update the registered office of KIAA to the Kenwood Rec Center.  Matt seconded, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Gardens – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved to pay $1134 for KIAA cost share to Metro Blooms (or up to $1200 in case of minor variance in the final invoice).  The costs increased due to decreased participation due to untenable soil conditions or other issues that were not able to be mitigated.  Motion seconded by Jim, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>The raingarden at Kenwood Corner was paid for by the private donations and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  In order to finalize funding, a sign is needed.  The sign will be reviewed as action taken outside the meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         ECLB committee met in October to debrief the year and start planning for next year.  Residents that have ideas for activities for 2016 are encouraged to contact Matt Spies.  2015 saw a tremendous amount of success and KIAA is excited to build on this success but needs continued neighborhood engagement even if there was an increase in usage via activities and a decrease in criminal activity.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Engagement with Anita Tabb and the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board was also discussed as an offline action.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA discussed whether to continue to engage in SWLRT via writing letters to state and federal officials addressing co-location concerns in the Kenilworth Corridor as KIAA was unable to gain support at the city level.  Specifically, to petition state and federal officials to withhold funding due to continuing and increasing concerns over the danger of the co-location of ethanol trains and SWLRT.  Further action to be taken between meetings, but accountability of individual public officials will be the focus, specifically, their knowledge of the risks, and how they plan to vote, is the plan of action via written correspondence.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood general community update.  Jeanette will encourage CM Greene to have the meeting, KIAA will not formally participate.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:43 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 5th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich.\r\n\r\nOthers present:  CM Lisa Goodman, Marc Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), 2 other attendees\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The September lunch with Lisa had over 75 attendees to hear about the Nicollet Mall renovation.  At the October Lunch with Lisa Wed Oct 21<sup>st</sup>, to commemorate the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, State Senator Steve Simon will speak about the Voting Rights Act.  Room 334 of the St Thomas Law School.  All are welcome to attend, please RSVP in advance to Lisa’s office.</li>\r\n	<li>Fall street sweeping will start on October 20<sup>th</sup>.  Please watch for parking restrictions.  Social media will be used to communicate dates.</li>\r\n	<li>Cedar Lake Parkway will be repaved – from 394 to the BNSF bridge.  It will start October 19<sup>th</sup>, last 6 days, and be a complete closure.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding variances and tear downs.  Neighbors are encouraged to review variance proposals with KIAA board so the board can be aware of variance requests.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed attended to any previously discussed financial compliance and efficiency concerns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed that bylaws be examined and modernized.  For example, the bylaws state that minutes must be maintained in a book.  However, now electronic copies are preferred to minimize paper waste.  Also that 1<sup>st</sup> class mail is used for communications, and now electronic notice is more economical and more efficient.  There was also a discussion on how to document action (votes) taken outside of meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark re-requested funding from KIAA for a rechargeable sound system to be used for neighborhood programming, at a cost of $2200.  Motion to fund passed with two abstentions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Hennepin Lake Community Wine Tasting Fundraiser – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is selling tickets to the event which is being held on Wed October 28<sup>th</sup>.  Advance ticket sales benefit KIAA.  Please email Jeanette Colby; email is available on the KIAA website.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>It was noted that each member of the City Council, Mayor Hodges, and Peter Wagenius received a copy of the KIAA SDEIS with a request to require more information regarding mitigation, co-location, and construction concerns prior to granting municipal consent.  However, there was no response to KIAA from the Mayor or the Council and all city council members voted the same as prior municipal consent.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood Q/A meeting for any outstanding questions regarding the SWLRT project.  Jeanette and Shawn will post to Nextdoor Kenwood this opportunity to have a dialogue, to gauge neighborhood interest.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette outlined the finding to the Section 106 Traffic Study.  The finding in the study was that there would not be substantial changes to traffic near historic 106 properties.  The findings of the study appear to be inconsistent with the SDEIS statements regarding how many riders will use the 21<sup>st</sup> St Station and how riders will access the station.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will draft a letter to state and federal officials highlighting the danger of co-location of ethanol trains and high voltage LRT wires in the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Announcements/New Business – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee continues to meet monthly.  Meetings are posted to Nextdoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>Thrill Kenwood is Saturday October 24<sup>th</sup>, at 3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, November 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSeptember 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met September 14th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Park Police Chief Ohotto, Mark Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), Jean Deatrich (Hill and Lakes), and 6 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>September Agenda was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Recognition for Kathy Low for her participation in KIAA and to Larry Moran for Chairing KIAA for the past three years.</li>\r\n	<li>It was agreed that a November KIAA newsletter will be published and mailed.  Articles will be needed and will need to be sent to Jean Deatrich.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich led a discussion regarding the final cost of the Raingarden Project, which will be finalized at a future date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Bylaw and Finance Update – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that he will put together a list of proposed bylaw changes that were discussed at the July KIAA meeting to be submitted.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed gave an overview of committed and past spending as a follow up to the account balance update emailed prior to the meeting.  It was determined to maintain one KIAA account going forward, instead of two, and Ed named some follow up tasks that he would tend to in order to ensure KIAA is compliant with the city policy, and it was also determined to maintain a May 31<sup>st</sup> fiscal year end and coincide with the annual election of the KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark requested funding from KIAA for the replacement of 3 picnic tables and a sound system.  A vote was deferred until ownership of the space where the picnic tables is housed could be confirmed.  Additionally, it was suggested that the Rec Center request funding from the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto/Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Chief Ohotto shared that police reports for ECLB were 69 in 2015 vs 2014 last year.  Most reports were misdemeanors.  He attributes the reduction to Matt Spies and his task force and the community involvement at the beach, as well as concerned residents calling 911 when incidents occurred.  Chief Ohotto recommended continued KIAA-funded hours and activities moving forward.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Subcommittee Meeting is on October 13<sup>th</sup> at 7PM, Kenwood Rec Center.  Residents are encouraged to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Permit Parking was discussed as a deterrent.  There is a Next Door thread discussing a petition to request it to deter beach attendance.  KIAA in the past has recommended that this is not a viable solution to deter crime, however agreed that the SubCommittee should reevaluate this as a solution to ensure that any recommendation reflects current views.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Amanda Vallone - beArtrageous</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda on behalf of beArtrageous proposed some activities for ECLB for 2016.  Activities would be for residents of all ages:  potlucks, craft parties, coffee and sunset gatherings, etc.  Activities would be funded by CPP or participants.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda requested funding from KIAA to fund Thrill Kenwood on October 24<sup>th</sup>.  The activity is a neighborhood dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at the corner of Penn and 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Proceeds go to Bridge for Youth, and emergency Shelter for for 10-17 year old youth.  KIAA approved $800 to fund the event, about 40% of the budget.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>MPRB Ice Rink Warming Hut – Cliff Swenson/Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>MPRB is considering updating the warming hut (without disruption to the footprint or skating area) at Lake of the Isles and across other rinks in the park system.  MPRB is beginning the process of informing city boards about the redesign, and if the project moves forward there would be a community engagement process in the future.  Goal is to have the project done by Fall 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Jeanette Colby/Shawn Smith/Jody Strakosch</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody updated from the Community Advisory Committee, which met recently and the Project Office is proceeding as if they have full funding.  Jody asked that the key elements of the project be a standing topic on the agenda going forward, including co-location, noise, vibration, etc.  Meetings occur the 4<sup>th</sup> Thursday of every month.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette offered to contact County Commissioner Marion Greene to see if we would conduct a public hearing to ask questions.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA agreed to distribute the SDEIS response to additional public officials.  The purpose is to gain support to get answers to those questions posed in the response, submitted to the Project Office in July 2015, that have yet to be answered.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, October 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met July 6th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Lisa Goodman, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee and KIAA Board Member-Elect), Jean Deatrick, and 2 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby nominated Matt Spies to the board and his appointment was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City of Minneapolis Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be August 26<sup>th</sup>.  Topic is TBD and Lisa is seeking input on ideas of broad interest to the ward.</li>\r\n	<li>NextDoor Kenwood will be increasingly used by the city for announcements and crime alerts, so neighbors are encouraged to sign up for the site.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion regarding street paving and repair.  Lisa encourages neighbors to call 3-1-1 to report any potholes in need of fill.  Major repaving for roads in need of repair could result in a potentially significant tax assessment for property owners on the street repaired.</li>\r\n	<li>Because of the buffer zone around parkland, it was emphasized that feral cats are not allowed in much of the Kenwood neighborhood, and should be reported to animal control.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report/Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Year end financial recaps were circulated to KIAA board members prior to the July meeting.  The balance sheet will be attached to the CPP annual report to be sent to the city.  KIAA fiscal year runs from June 1 to May 31 due to the timing of the election of the board in May.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA bylaws have not been updated in several years.  Ed offered to chair a subcommittee to review where updates should be made to allow more relevant communication methods, eg allowing electronic communication vs by US Mail.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP Annual Report – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the KIAA 2014 CPP Annual report be approved and sent to the city, and the motion was unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Dinkytown Historic Commercial Preservation – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The city is voting July 10<sup>th</sup> regarding preservation of the Dinkytown business district.  KIAA will circulate the letter from the preservation group should Kenwood residents wish to show support.  KIAA will not file a formal support with the city but voted to send a statement to the City Council in support of the Marcy Holmes Neighborhood Association (Dinkytown) in its adherence to its neighborhood small area plan.  Small area plans are developed with broad community input and may put parameters on developers to preserve neighborhood history and aesthetics.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Uptown Neighborhoods Working Group (UNWG) – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Per UNWG request, Josine attended the recent meeting of the working group and will provide input into the decisions and discussions related to the Uptown neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Raingardens Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The installations of raingardens in Kenwood continue to have interest in the neighborhood and Angie will continue to provide input and updates to Metro Blooms and KIAA.  20 Residences are approved to be funded by Metro Blooms and KIAA.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log Rolling continues to be a popular event – future dates will be announced on NextDoor Kenwood.  Open Water Swimming, sponsored by YWCA, is rolling out this summer.</li>\r\n	<li>Pledges have been raised for $1350 to fund a pop-up Adventure Park, 3 events to occur this summer.  Matt requested $750 in funding from KIAA to reach the goal of $3000 and for a fund to be established to be administered by KIAA to house the funding as it is collected.  Jeanette so moved and the motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Crime and Safety – Chief Ohotto provided an update in advance of the meeting that crime is down from prior years.  There are still some incidents that have required police response but of less frequency and severity vs prior summers.  Ed Pluimer reminded the board that $8K was allocated for increased police patrols this summer.  KIAA will continue to evaluate the effectiveness of the expenditure.</li>\r\n	<li>The next ECLB subcommittee meeting will be July 14<sup>th</sup> at Kenwood Rec Center and will be published on NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Supplementary Draft EIS Response – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS response was submitted to the board for review prior to the meeting.  There was a general discussion regarding edits related to construction impacts, property values.  Angie moved to approve the response with amendments, and the motion passed unanimously.  The amendments to increase the focus on the response relating to construction short term impacts (noise, vibration, road damage).  The KIAA response will be submitted to the Met Council, and a response will be requested, by the July 21<sup>st</sup> deadline.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Investing in Neighborhood Parks/Closing the Gap – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Minneapolis Park and Rec Board is conducting neighborhood hearings through late September to discuss the current state of Minneapolis Parks and those in need of repairs that may have been deferred.  Please see the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board for dates on upcoming hearings.  You can also email <a href=\"mailto:closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org\">closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org</a> for information and input.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, August 3rd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>June 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 1st, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and Jean Deatrich, and 3 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in June or July.  The next will be August 6<sup>th</sup>, topic is TBD.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa is sending out a weekly downtown event and construction alert including sporting and arts events and street closures.  Future emails will include the reconstruction of Hennepin at Lyndale, Nicollet Mall Reconstruction, etc. Residents can sign up for the weekly Friday email by emailing Lisa’s office.  She is hopeful that the information will help residents and visitors get around town a little easier with all the construction and exciting downtown events.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Streets events are starting, sponsored by the city and the Bicycle Coalition.  There will be road closures and roads will be open to pedestrians and bikers.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.openstreetsmpls.com/\">www.openstreetsmpls.com</a> for more information.</li>\r\n	<li>With the warm weather approaching, residents are advised to keep garages and homes locked when not home.  This will deter crimes of opportunity.  Also, keep valuables out of sight in your car, and keep your car locked even when it is in your garage.  Residents are encouraged to call 911 if you see any suspicious activity.  This will help control crimes of opportunity.</li>\r\n	<li>The City and the Park Board advise to water trees regularly, and advise against pruning ash trees, which can spread the Emerald Ash borer.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update (ECLB, “Hidden Beach”) – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Activities are being planned to increase resident usage of the beach.  Activities will mainly be sponsored by a 3<sup>rd</sup> party, not the Park Board or City.  Matt will submit an article to Hill and Lakes Press with more information in an upcoming issue.</li>\r\n	<li>The first log roll was held on Saturday May 30th with about 25 attendees.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Lake Swimming is in the planning stages, similar Lake Nokomis Open Swim.  The intent is to give residents the opportunity to swim in open water for exercise and triathlon training.  Also for trained swimmers that do not have access to a pool.  The open swim events will be managed by the YMCA.</li>\r\n	<li>Other events are being planned, such as morning meditations, arts events, and more.  Announcements will be shared via the Nextdoor Kenwood website, so please sign up for the site for alerts on upcoming events.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is working to see if a sign can be secured to post at the entrance of the beach area announcing the schedule of activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is doing an amazing job leading the ECLB subcommittee and KIAA appreciates his dedication and effort to bring fun activities to ECLB for everyone.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low outlined the revised neighborhood priority plan that was drafted to direct activities and advise the expenditure of Community Participation Program funds.  Changes to the former plan were advised in response to a recent survey of residents and ongoing KIAA priorities.  Kathy did not seek re-election and was handing the work off to the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Included in the plan is SWLRT work, additional police patrols for ECLB, monthly newsletter, and neighborhood programming activities.</li>\r\n	<li>The final revised plan will be submitted to the city and put on record in the KIAA archives.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS is now published which reflects co-location of Light Rail and Freight Rail.  LRT Done Right is drafting a response to the SDEIS (Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement).  Jeanette Colby proposed that KIAA utilize the LRT Done Right as a foundation to the response for KIAA.  The responses are due by July 6<sup>th</sup> unless an extension is granted.  KIAA will draft a response representative of views expressed by residents and an evaluation of the SDEIS.  Any resident can review the SDEIS at <a href=\"http://www.metrocouncil.org/\">www.metrocouncil.org</a>.  Residents are encouraged to review environmental findings and mitigation plans and provide input to the Met Council directly.  The City of Minneapolis and Park Board are each planning to submit a response to the SDEIS in addition to those of LRT Done Right and KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to be involved with the Citizens Advisory Committee.  KIAA did not support co-location of freight and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor, but will focus the feedback on mitigation that is needed as determined by the board for safety, vibration, noise, light, and economic potential adverse effects on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of KIAA Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby was elected to Chair of the Board.  Ed Pluimer was re-elected as Treasurer.  Larry Moran was elected Vice Chair, to help oversee that transition of the position of Chair to Jeanette.  Shawn Smith was re-elected to Secretary.  The website will be updated by Jean Deatrich to reflect the officers for the next annual period.  It was noted that new members will be needed to continue the work of the board as some members have served for several terms and new resident participation is needed for succession planning.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2015 KIAA 4<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA had its 4<sup>th</sup> annual gathering on May 5<sup>th</sup> in Downtown Kenwood, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">In attendance were the KIAA board, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene, MPRB Anita Tabb, Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, 8 serving board members up for re-election, and approximately 80 neighbors.</p>\r\nThe gathering began at 6PM. The weather was great and everyone enjoyed complimentary Red Wagon Pizza and beverages provided by KIAA. Janet Hallaway from The Bridge for Youth was available to answer questions regarding her organization and to take donations. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM. He stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year: SWLRT work including work on the CAC and mitigation of potential adverse effects to the neighborhood, support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Movies in the Park, Kenwood Carnival, and the Skating Party. He also introduced Matt Spies, who leads the subcommittee working to address concerns over East Cedar Lake “Hidden” Beach. Angie Erdrich gave an update on the Raingarden to be constructed at Kenwood Corner in August 2015.\r\n\r\nLarry introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to himself: Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Ed Pluimer, and Shawn Smith. Larry made the motion for re-election, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood. If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us. If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> April 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">The KIAA Board met April 6, 2015, at Kenwood Rec Center.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Board Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Others present: Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and other Kenwood residents</p>\r\n\r\n<h1><strong>7th Ward Update - City Council Member Lisa Goodman </strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping on most north/south streets will be the week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; east/west streets and the remaining north/south streets will be the week of April 20<sup>th</sup>. Yard waste pickup begins week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; use compostable bags or yard waste containers.</li>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be on Wednesday April 29<sup>th</sup>. Olga Viso, Executive Director of the Walker Art Center, will give an in-depth look at the Walker’s $75 million renovation plans, including the Sculpture Garden and improvements to the hill and along Vineland Place. As usual, please arrive between 11:30 - 11:45 am to get lunch and a seat for the program.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa Goodman is also arranging a visit to the Minneapolis Emergency Operations Center the week of May 4<sup>th</sup> for interested residents. The Center was moved to Fridley and improved after the 35W bridge collapse. Space will be limited. Notice will be sent to anyone who is signed up for her regular notices by email. (Email her office if you would like to be added to her distribution list.)</li>\r\n	<li>Some qualified residents of CIDNA and Lowry Hill have volunteered to be on the Kenilworth Station Art and Landscape Committee that will look at station area design for some of the Minneapolis Southwest Light Rail stations. Selections will be made soon; contact Lisa Goodman’s office if anyone else is interested. KIAA expressed the strong interest in having this committee consider ways that the presence of a station could have a positive impact on problems at East Cedar Lake beach. Lisa Goodman thinks the committee will be focused only on the station design.</li>\r\n	<li>The owners of 1800 Lake/Knox project have stopped pumping water from the basement of the building into Lake Calhoun in accordance with the consent decree.</li>\r\n	<li>The City’s composting program has started; organics can be taken to drop-off sites listed at <a href=\"http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996\">http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996</a>. One of the drop-off sites is the South Transfer Station, 2850 20th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55407. Organics pick up will start in April 2016 for the Kenwood neighborhood. Homeowners will be charged for the service whether they sign up for pick up or not.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The East Cedar Lake Beach KIAA subcommittee recently met and also conducted an online survey. Survey results will be posted on NextDoor; there was interest in log-rolling, which could be once/week in partnership with the maker of synthetic logs who lives in the area, as well as point-to-point swimming across Cedar Lake. The Park Board indicated that they would be supportive of this swimming by providing a lifeguard and allowing this activity, which normally is prohibited.</li>\r\n	<li>The subcommittee discussed that the Park Police are best situated to determine when to deploy extra policing funded by KIAA. Josine Peters introduced a resolution to allocate an additional $3,000 (when added to the previously approved $5,000, for a total of $8,000) of remaining KIAA NRP funds to the Police Buy-Back contract with the City. Jack Levi seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Another idea for positive programming at the Beach is a canoe paddle derby. Jeanette Colby has confirmed the details for one KIAA-sponsored event for all ages: the Open Eye Figure Theatre Driveway Tour will be on Friday, June 5th at 7 p.m. at East Cedar Lake Beach. Residents are invited to picnic and enjoy an innovative puppet show. Jeanette Colby introduced a resolution approving $400 for the event; Kathy Low seconded and it passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Long-term solutions to the problems at the Beach were also discussed at the subcommitee’s recent meeting. Some of the Park Board’s ideas to be considered in the future include fixing up trails and constructing restrooms. <strong>The</strong> suggestion that a CAC be formed as a forum for discussing these kinds of changes was met with enthusiasm.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>SWLRT Discussion - Kathy Low</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy provided an update on the 106 review (environmental review process re: adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties in the neighborhood). KIAA continues to use the PVN consulting firm to assist in our role as consulting party in this process. Kathy proposed a resolution to approve a contract with PVN for 2015 and to add $2,000 to the contract with the City using Neighborhood Priority Plan funds to cover this cost. The consultant will discuss with KIAA what scope of work is requested for each future meeting. It is possible that CIDNA will share in the cost of the consultant’s time to prepare and attend meetings<strong>.</strong> The motion was seconded and carried unanimously. Kathy will attend the next 106 meeting on April 22<sup>nd</sup> and KIAA will seek a new representative for future meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>KIAA Annual Gathering – Angie Erdrich, Ed Pluimer</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> outside the downtown Kenwood businesses on West 21<sup>st</sup> Street beginning at 6 pm. BeARTrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Ed proposed a resolution to allocate $100 each to help with expenses those two businesses will incur as well as funds to cover other KIAA expenses for supplies for the event. Kathy Low seconded and the resolution passed unanimously. Delicious individually-prepared pizza will be prepared on site by Red Wagon Pizza. There will be a brief presentation by Chair Larry Moran at 6:30 describing KIAA activities. The 2015-2016 KIAA board will then be elected: new board members are needed and encouraged to attend. Last year was a huge success and all residents are welcome. Donations to the Bridge for Youth will be accepted.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:25 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, May 4th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on 21<sup>st</sup> Street in front of the Kenwood businesses as described above. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident in each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kiaa55405@gmail.com.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met March 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee), Dr. Eric Larson, and 6 other attendees and neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>No Update this month</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto provided an update on how KIAA funding was utilized in the summer of 2014 beach season. A total of 93 hours were utilized by park police for a budget cost of $6084, over the authorization of $5000 by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Most offenses at ECLB are due to narcotics and alcohol. Submitted for the minutes was a 10 year recap of police reports. 2014 had 101 reports written (not necessarily arrests)</li>\r\n	<li>Chief would like to continue to have “buy back” patrols in 2015 and to have funding in place before June for proactive presence at the beach. The Chief’s recommendation was to have an officer present from 11AM till 4PM on scheduled days (from buy back funding), so as not to double up coverage that is regularly scheduled after 2PM till 10PM, based on availability. He also recommended the board reach out to the 5<sup>th</sup> Precinct City Attorney for partnership in increasing awareness of repeat offenders. Further, to reach out to Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams for support.</li>\r\n	<li>Preceding the recommendation of the Hidden Beach task force, which will be provided to KIAA later in March, Jeanette Colby made a motion to authorize $5000 initially pending the recommendation of the committee (to be finalized March 17<sup>th</sup> at the rec center at 6:30, public welcome) and to be revisited at a later date in case extra funding is needed due to ideas that come from the task force. Josine Peters seconded. Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Larry Moran provided an update from the Community Advisory Committee meeting (Jody Strakosch is the neighborhood CAC representative), which occurs the last Tuesday of each month. Topics included Development Reviews, Community Works, and Design and Engineering. The primary issue was the SDEIS which will be delayed until late Spring or early summer, or later. This is important as SDEIS would speak to the environmental impact of co-location of freight and LRT in the Kenilworth Corridor with a single tunnel. Once complete, the public will have a 45 day period to comment.</li>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low provided an update on the 106 review (adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties). In December, KIAA sent a letter outlining concerns on this topic. MnDot agreed to expedite traffic studies to assess impact of project. It remains unclear what, if any, mitigation will be done to mitigate potential adverse impacts on historic properties. Motion carried unanimously for Kathy Low to send the letter regarding KIAA position on the channel. Motion also carried unanimously to authorize an additional $500 to pay the consultants PVN to help KIAA prepare a response letter to the most recent 106 consultation meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>Dr. Eric Larson, neighbor, addressed the board regarding the transportation of flammable liquids through the Kenilworth Corridor alongside SWLRT. He sent a letter to Fire Chief Fruetel asking him to explore the inherent danger of, and a plan to manage and mitigate the damage in the event of a spill or fire resulting from an ethanol train accident. Construction of the shallow tunnel will occur 12 feet from the freight rail track. Motion carried unanimously to endorse the letter.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn Smith made a motion to update, sign on behalf of KIAA, and send a letter to Senator Dibble recapping the discussion on outstanding questions on SWLRT from the last two meetings, to outline where information is needed and outstanding concerns that are not addressed. Seconded by Josine, carried unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Sculpture Garden Renovation – Josine Peters (minutes addendum)</h1>\r\n<strong>Statement:</strong>\r\n\r\nAs part of the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden renovation, the Walker Art Center will temporarily remove most sculptures. Many will be in storage, but others will be on short- or long-term loan to a number of Twin Cities institutions so that the public can still enjoy them during the construction project. The Walker is still in conversation with these potential partners and is identifying particular works for relocation. No official decisions have been made.\r\n\r\nOne thing we know for certain is that the Frank Gehry <em>Standing Fish</em> will be relocated from the Cowles Conservatory in order to reimagine that particular space. A formal announcement will be made in early 2015 announcing the relocation of specific artworks and their locations.\r\n\r\nMore information can be found on Minneapolisparks.org. Search under “current projects”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Carnival</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Motion carried unanimously to authorize $750 Kenwood Carnival.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> in front of the Kenwood Restaurant, 6-7:30. BeArtrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Food will be Red Wagon Pizza. New prospective board members are welcome. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Volunteers are Needed for Earth Day Cleanup.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meet on Saturday, April 25<sup>th</sup> at the Kenwood Rec Center. 9:30-noon. More info to come in April.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>February 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met February 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; 4 neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1>Lunch with Lisa on Feb 25<sup>th</sup> and the topic is TBD at the time of this meeting. There will be a communication shortly to provide interested residents the time, place and topic. The last lunch was well attended with a speaker from the Youth Homelessness Initiative.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There is a wrecking permit pulled for a residence at 2536 Upton S for a replacement house.</li>\r\n	<li>Property valuation notices for 2015 have been mailed to residents. If residents would like to have a review for equalization of their property value, it must be done at this time. If you believe your property is not correctly assessed, please refer to the City of Minneapolis website for instructions. You will need to pull your own comparative properties and submit an application for review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update, Section 106 Review (potential affects of SWLRT on historic properties) – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that the next SWLRT section 106 consultation meeting is 2/6. KIAA will attend the meeting along with the other consulting parties; SWLRT project staff, the State Historic Preservation Office, City of Minneapolis, the Park Board, CIDNA, and others. This meeting concerns solely the impact on the historical Kenilworth Channel crossing. Adverse effects on neighborhood historic properties from construction as well as operation of the trains and related traffic will continue to be the top focus of KIAA at future 106 meetings. Jeanette Colby motioned to approve $500 for the KIAA retained consultants Preservation Design Works to attend the meeting, Josine Peters seconded. The motion was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a follow up discussion led by Larry Moran regarding the need for specifics from the SW Project office for what to expect in 2015 on the project to be able to inform residents and how best to obtain that information. Suggestions that were made would be finalized after the meeting as a follow up but included contacting representatives to request their attention to any concerns that are not being addressed.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Larry Moran</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA task force is continuing to work on solutions for the 2015 beach season. The importance of continuity was stressed for a neighborhood strategy to address neighborhood concerns regarding the beach. If KIAA funds extra park police patrols in 2015, KIAA would work with funding recipients to align on how the money would be spent, and would look to include Chief Ohotto and Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams in the conversations. Jack Levi to follow up with Kathy Williams for an update from the task force on long term strategies and next steps.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> January 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 5, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Vice Chair Mike Bono called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; Dan Pennie, Anne Carayon, Dylan Thomas (SW Journal), Jean Deatrick (Hill and Lakes Press), Bruce Brunner, Donna Minter, Jody Strakosch\r\n\r\n7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman\r\n<h1><em> </em>Lunch with Lisa on Jan 28<sup>th</sup> will feature a Youth Homelessness speaker. RSVP to Lisa’s office is appreciated.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>SWLRT. There will be CIDNA, KIAA, Bryn Mawr, and Cedar Lake Park Association representation on committees regarding the W 21<sup>st</sup> St and Penn Ave stations. The city is seeking individuals with landscape architecture experience to serve on the committees and give input on environmental mitigation and remediation strategies.</li>\r\n	<li>A CIDNA homeowner described damage to homes on Sunset Blvd from the recent Met Council sewer reconstruction project. The Met Council and its contractor have not satisfactorily addressed the homeowners’ property damage claims according to the testimonial. Kathy Low brought forth a resolution for discussion, similar to one recently passed by CIDNA, requesting that the Met Council revise processes to resolve damage disputes and compensate property owners who suffer damage due to Met Council projects, especially in light of the proposed SWLRT construction. Discussion on how to engage state and city leadership is an issue that is common to neighborhoods at risk of damage by construction, for the agenda of a January 21<sup>st</sup> meeting. Kathy Low moved for approval of the resolution. Jeanette Colby seconded. Unanimously passed and final version was published to KIAA post-meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that on 1/7 the Park Board will vote on two resolutions – 1) request approval of funding to complete a study of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel for SWLRT 2) a letter to the FTA stating that input from the Park Board has not been duly considered (note: the Park Board subsequently voted to approve these motions in the 1/7 meeting). In the board’s materials for discussion is the KIAA Section 106 letter (which is in regard to the adverse effects of construction on historic districts or properties). This letter was approved between KIAA monthly meetings. There was a general discussion regarding upcoming opportunities for neighborhood input, potentially coordinating input with CIDNA and Cedar Lake Park Association, and the reliability of the funding for above mentioned mitigation strategies.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Property Resolution – Kathy Low</h1>\r\nHidden Beach Committee\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike Bono surfaced the discussion of the formation of a KIAA committee to proactively handle concerns for Hidden Beach. The committee chair description was developed by Chair Larry Moran prior to the meeting and was reviewed by the board members present. Angie Erdrich offered to get input on the draft description from Kathy Williams and the Hidden Beach committee she chairs currently.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nKIAA Annual Gathering\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The date of the Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. Preparations are underway and more details are to come. All neighbors are encouraged to join in the annual celebration of our neighborhood, and participate in the election of the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nRain Gardens\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich shared that 20 residents had applied for raingardens. A huge win for the</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>The Rain Garden grant is through Metro Blooms.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Addendum:</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The City of Minneapolis Public Works Department, after consultation with the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board, is working with a contractor to install a temporary diversion of the stormwater system from an outfall pipe in the Lagoon (between Lake of the Isles and Lake Calhoun) to the north shoreline of Lake Calhoun.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWork on the installation begain last week and is expected to be completed by January 16.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Mike Bono at 8:39 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<table width=\"640\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"9\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"4\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n&nbsp;','KIAA_archive_0ct02_2017','','inherit','closed','closed','','1600-revision-4','','','2017-10-02 12:39:18','2017-10-02 17:39:18','',1600,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/10/02/1600-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(1347,2,'2016-06-04 13:49:55','2016-06-04 18:49:55','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. 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Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-140','','','2016-06-04 13:49:55','2016-06-04 18:49:55','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2016/06/04/240-revision-140/',0,'revision','',0),(1348,2,'2016-06-10 12:02:04','2016-06-10 17:02:04','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. 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Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2017 meetings will be held on January 9, February 6, March 6, April 3, May 1, and June 5.\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-159','','','2017-04-02 14:45:14','2017-04-02 19:45:14','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/04/02/240-revision-159/',0,'revision','',0),(1483,2,'2017-04-28 17:34:38','2017-04-28 22:34:38','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. 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INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (1638,2,'2017-10-14 12:01:12','2017-10-14 17:01:12','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(click on a topic below to view)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#what\">What is KIAA?</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#message\">Message from KIAA Chair</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#listing\">Listing of Board Members</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#join\">Join a Committee</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#support\">Support Our Neighborhood</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#minutes\">KIAA Board Meeting Minutes</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Bylaws_2011.pdf\">KIAA bylaws (click for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-EEO-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA EEO Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-ADA-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA ADA Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/KIAA-Grievance-Procedure1.docx\">KIAA Grievance Procedure</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"what\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>What is KIAA ?</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Isles Area Association</strong> <strong></strong>is a volunteer organization of Kenwood residents who, since 1962, have worked together in a collaborative effort to address issues and matters related to maintaining and improving the quality of life in our neighborhood. The neighborhood-elected Board of Directors generally meets the 1st Monday of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. These meetings are open to the public. The topics of discussion include:\r\n\r\nA City Council update from Lisa Goodman, our City Council representative\r\n\r\nA Treasurer’s report\r\n\r\nCommittee updates\r\n\r\nOther neighborhood updates/news\r\n\r\nWe invite you to attend our meetings and to become involved in the neighborhood by joining the Board or serving on one of our committees: Communications, Crime and Safety, Events/Special Projects, Light Rail Transit (LRT), Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP), and Zoning.\r\n\r\nWe also invite you to participate in our neighborhood events which include:\r\n\r\nThe City of Lakes Loppet and neighborhood skating party in late January/early February\r\n\r\nOur annual neighborhood meeting in May\r\n\r\nSpecial events in Kenwood Park during the summer\r\n\r\nThe Twin Cities Marathon in early October.\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA Mission Statement</strong> – To build a strong community in the Kenwood-Isles area by providing leadership, information on local matters, and a forum for issues resolution.\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Mascot</strong>, Egret (Why the Egret you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Color</strong>, Red (Why red you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\"><img title=\"egret-red\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"448\" height=\"261\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"listing\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Shawn Smith (Chair)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Larry Moran (Vice Chair) </strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Jack Levi (Secretary)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:jack@levicapital.com\">jack@levicapital.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Matthew Spies (Treasurer)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>matthew.spies@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Michael Bono</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:mbono@brocade.com\">mbono@brocade.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Mark Brown</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:pluim2020@aol.com\">M</a>ark@AcceleratedInnovations.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong><a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><a href=\"mailto:angie_sandeep@yahoo.com\">angie_sandeep@yahoo.c</a>om\r\n\r\n<strong>Carl Goldstein</strong>\r\n\r\ncarl@wordsonfire.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Kyle Leier</strong>\r\n\r\nKyleier@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeremy Nichols</strong>\r\n\r\njsn@umn.edu\r\n\r\n<strong>Will Stensrud</strong>\r\n\r\nwillstensrud@gmail.com\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div><strong>Join a Committee</strong> – The <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> would love to have more neighborhood participation on our standing committees. We need your ideas on how to make the <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> even better and more relevant to everyone in the neighborhood. Any one who lives or owns property in the Kenwood neighborhood is eligible to join. If you are interested in participating, please contact any of the committee members listed:</div>\r\n<table width=\"810\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Communications </strong>(Chair is vacant) –This committee works toward better communication among neighbors, KIAA Board members, and other organizations and entities. It also works to promote the Kenwood neighborhood.Responsibilities include:</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Publishing the semi-annual KIAA newsletter and monthly e-newsletter</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the KIAA web site</li>\r\n	<li>Creating/maintaining the neighborhood welcome kit</li>\r\n	<li>Developing communication materials and methods</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the neighborhood e-mail distribution list</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong> Chair is Mark Johnson – <a href=\"mailto:mjruns26@gmail.com\">mjruns26@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee works to promote safety in the Kenwood neighborhood.Goals include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Keeping the community safe</li>\r\n	<li>Educating residents about safety issues</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating information about crimes in the area in a timely and accurate manner</li>\r\n	<li>Recruiting block leaders</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining a relationship with the Minneapolis Police Dept. and Crime Prevention Specialist</li>\r\n	<li>For more information or to subscribe to the quarterly e-newsletter for our precinct (the 5th) visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>or text SPOTLIGHT to 22828.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Events/Special Projects</strong> Chair is Amy Lucas – <a href=\"mailto:amylucas@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">amymlucas@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee plans neighborhood events and works with the Kenwood Recreation Center staff and other neighborhood associations to co-sponsor events. It also addresses issues of current interest to neighborhood residents and ensures KIAA representation on community task forces.Some of the annual events coordinated by this committee are:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Skating party</li>\r\n	<li>Earth day/community cleanup day</li>\r\n	<li>Neighborhood Annual Meeting</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>LRT</strong> Chair is Jeanette Colby – <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\" target=\"_blank\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\nHennepin County and the Met Council are planning a light rail line (SWLRT) between Eden Prairie and downtown Minneapolis that would run along the Kenilworth Trail through the Kenwood neighborhood. KIAA has taken an active role in advocating for high design standards and mitigation that protect our parks and neighborhood.Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Attending community meetings</li>\r\n	<li>Drafting resolutions</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with the KIAA Board and neighbors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong></strong><strong>NRP </strong>Chair position is vacant\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as liaison with the Minneapolis Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) and with the new Minneapolis Neighborhood &amp; Community Relations (NCR) Department.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Management of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Solicitation of neighborhood projects to be recipients of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Completion of required paperwork</li>\r\n	<li>Development and implementation of our NRP Phase II plan</li>\r\n	<li>Communication with NRP staff and neighborhood activists citywide regarding NRP matters</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and written materials required by new Minneapolis NCR Department</li>\r\n	<li>Frequent updates regarding NRP and Minneapolis NCR/NCEC matters at KIAA Board meetings</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Zoning</strong> Chair is Larry Moran – <a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as the liaison between neighborhood homeowners seeking variances or conditional use permits and the KIAA Board.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Responding to neighbor’s questions regarding neighborhood zoning rules</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating the variance or conditional use permit process to neighbors</li>\r\n	<li>Meeting with neighbors to review any variance or conditional use permit requests</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with Minneapolis zoning and planning officials</li>\r\n	<li>Presenting requests for variances or conditional use permits to the KIAA Board</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"support\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Support Our Neighborhood – </strong>Your membership helps<strong> KIAA</strong> support neighborhood projects and events. Click on the link below to download a PDF of the membership form, then print out the form:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?attachment_id=113\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-113\">KIAA_Membership form (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform.gif\"><img title=\"KIAA Membership Form\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform-150x150.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p align=\"left\"></p>\r\nOctober 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\"></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 10/02/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors that are present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Mike Bono, Carl Goldstein, Jeremy Nichols\r\n\r\nAbsent: Kyle Leier, Jeanette Colby, Mark Brown\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>October 25 is Lunch with Lisa at noon at St Thomas Opus Hall, in room 202. The head of the Super Bowl committee will be there to talk about family events during the Super Bowl.</li>\r\n	<li>October street sweeping: Starts October 16 and will last four weeks</li>\r\n	<li>1988 Sheridan will be applying for a variance for an addition to the existing home</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting for the November 7 elections has started for \"City Municipal\" elections for Mayor, City Council, Park Board, and Board of Estimate and Taxation</li>\r\n	<li>City of Minneapolis exceeds $1billion in permits for 2017; this number excludes the stadium.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Budget – Matt Spies, Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn learned about regulations concerning CPP funds from the City of Minneapolis.  They need to be identified as part of the NRP funding application.  The board approved proactively allocating the money in the next three year cycle vs having a public notice and 21 day waiting period any time monies would be allocated.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn spoke to Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto and asked for his perspective on the 95 police reports written in 2017; even though this number is higher than 2016, the Chief found this not alarming because in 2017 they were watching the beach more carefully, including observing activities from a distance with binoculars and that extra surveillance drove the increase. KIAA allocated $5000 for the 2017 season for extra police hours, of which $2820 was used.</li>\r\n	<li>The Board emphasized the importance of starting the patrols early in 2018 in order to establish a presence early to have a safe start to the 2018 beach season.</li>\r\n	<li>The KIAA annual meeting food expenses are not reimbursable by the City. Matt is in favor of reducing food expenses for the KIAA annual meeting and to put more effort, throughout the year, towards raising more money for expenses not reimbursable by the City.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Community Oven – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\nKingfield built a community oven and they keep it on the ground of the communities’ Arts Building; the purpose of this oven is to foster community building and it has been successful. KIAA is considering a temporary oven to be used at the annual gathering to reduce food expense.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>Will Stensrud</strong>:\r\n\r\nThe portable saunas from the “612 Sauna Society” are set to go on the 21st, 22nd, 28<sup>th</sup> and 29th of October at Hidden Beach. They will be open 3 sessions each of those evenings; each session will accommodate 8 reservations online. The cost is $20 for a spot.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hidden Beach – Will Stensrud: </strong>\r\n\r\nWill has had conversations with Keith Prussing regarding a concert at Hidden Beach; Keith is in support of live acoustic music at the beach in 2018. The aim is to have 100-150 people attending.\r\n\r\nRandolph Findley of the Shakespeare production Company has agreed to have some of the productions for the summer of 2018 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nWill is looking at scheduling a committee meeting; the committee currently consists of Mark Brown, Matt Spies and Will Stensrud.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>Community Communications – Shawn Smith:</strong>\r\n\r\nKIAA current has a paid consultant to manage the KIAA newsletter, the website, and other communications.  The annual stipend is $5000.  As the current consultant contract has expired, KIAA is opening up a search for any interested individuals to apply.  Please email Chair Shawn Smith at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> by October 23rd if interested in applying.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on November 6, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>September 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKIAA Board met on 9/12/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Angie Erdrich, Kyle Leier, Will Stensrud. Directors absent: Mike Bono, Carl Goldstein, Mark Brown, Jeremy Nichols.  Also present: Councilmember Lisa Goodman, Jake Warner, Jean Deatrick.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the “60% design review regarding Peavey Plaza”. One of the decisions made so far is that there will be no public restrooms at the Plaza, but the MN Orchestra will be providing a restroom for the public.</li>\r\n	<li>In October, the Superbowl committee is giving out $100,000 and organizing lots of kids’ activities.</li>\r\n	<li>October street sweeping: the City is looking at a 4-5 week window. Date for starting has not established yet.</li>\r\n	<li>The Mayor delivered the budget today. Details at: <a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/mayor/news/WCMSP-204780\">http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/mayor/news/WCMSP-204780</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis early voting date is September 22, 2017</li>\r\n	<li>So far, 45,000 households signed up for organic recycling in Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>The Graves Foundation is proposing a facility near Hennepin &amp; Franklin for affordable youth housing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Thrill Kenwood, Clothing Swap &amp; other topics  - Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n\r\nThrill Kenwood will happen again this year, and $2,150 is needed for the budget. Shawn asked that KIAA approve a $750 contribution. The motion was approved by KIAA, unanimously.\r\n\r\nKenwood neighbors have expressed an interest in holding a clothing swap.  Angie Erdrich requested the KIAA sponsor this activity, as it is an opportunity to both support re-use and build community.  It could be held at the Kenwood Rec Center for a $75 room rental fee.  The board unanimously approved a $75 expenditure for this activity. Funding was supported as it ties to KIAA neighborhood priorities to build more neighborhood connections at the Rec Center.\r\n\r\nKIAA approved up to $300 to sponsor a Ward 7 candidate forum.  Funding will come from NRP money where expenses qualify for reimbursement. The forum will be at the St Paul Episcopal church on Sept 28 at 7pm.\r\n\r\nThere is a shortage of election judges this year; everyone is encouraged to apply for the vacancies.\r\n\r\nThere will be a modified grievance policy regarding KIAA and all other neighborhood associations. This means that, if someone objects to the way an association allocates funds, they can bring a grievance. More information on this will be available shortly.\r\n\r\nLouise Erdrich/Birch Bark Books new additional location update: Still being renovated; it will be an extension of the book store; there may be some other social activities there.\r\n\r\nMany neighborhoods do Happy Hour gatherings; should KIAA do something like that? At Bockley Gallery? TBD.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>How to make Cedar Lake a Better Place – Jake (Ron) Werner</strong>\r\n\r\nJake Werner came prepared with a slide presentation to make a case for a more orderly, better groomed area all around Cedar Lake. Jake would like to see funding for a paved path around Cedar Lake and removal of downed trees and invasive Buckthorn. The scope of the Lake goes beyond just Kenwood; it involves two other neighborhoods and therefore coordination with them is important.\r\n\r\nThis discussion arose in the context of ideas for possible structural changes at East Cedar Beach that could lead to a safer and more welcoming environment for everyone.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>Will Stensrud</strong>: The sauna in the application process; it will no longer be a summer-end activity, but the process is on track for a later opening; Will continues to talk to them to see where things are at.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hidden Beach – Jack Levi</strong>\r\n\r\nJack and Will talked about having the Shakespeare in the Park Series at East Cedar Beach (in addition to the existing locations). More ideas for Hidden Beach activities are encouraged and they should be brought to the KIAA board meeting next month for discussion or emailed to Will Stensrud, East Cedar Beach Committee Chair, <a href=\"mailto:willstensrud@gmail.com\">willstensrud@gmail.com</a>.  The East Cedar Beach committee will begin planning for next year this fall, so activities will be ready as soon as the weather warms next spring.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:37 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on October 2, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 7/10/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center<ins cite=\"mailto:Lucas%20Lucas\" datetime=\"2012-07-16T18:56\"></ins></p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Absent:  Mark Brown.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the  “50% design regarding Peavey Plaza”</li>\r\n	<li>The Penn/Oliver reconstruction project continues; the Penn Ave S setback has been approved. You can go to the Penn Oliver website for more information. Hard finish will be before 8/25/17, before school starts</li>\r\n	<li>The home on 2431 W22nd St is a potential teardown: No news yet regarding this property</li>\r\n	<li>Aug 1, 2017 is National Night Out: Permit application is by July 18<sup>th</sup> to avoid $100 fee.</li>\r\n	<li>Kmart on Lake St: The City is thinking about alternative locations for KMart. The City owns the land and building and the lease expires in 2050. Kmart’s demands are currently not acceptable to the City, so there is a deadlock for now on negotiations.</li>\r\n	<li>Regarding the 35W reconstruction: Starting in August, Interstate 35W will be under construction between I-94 in downtown Minneapolis and 46th Street. Bridges across 35W will be repaired or reconstructed.</li>\r\n	<li>The Pirate Mermaid event is on July 15 1-3pm. Need help with pirate booty and lemonade; Jeanette has offered to help.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a photo area for families to take pictures</li>\r\n	<li>Has KIAA done a neighborhood walking tour? Amanda thinks it would be a good idea. She will propose something.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake event – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The family event that took place in June resulted in commotion at the beach. The police presence diminished after that.  Then, another day following this commotion, there was a fight at the beach, followed by confrontation between the beachgoers and the police.  Following these events, KIAA met with the police; Matt sent a memo to the KIAA Board regarding this meeting with the police 2 weeks ago.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding encampments at Hidden Beach (as well as around South Minneapolis).</li>\r\n	<li>Ron wants to go over photos for ideas regarding paths for walking around the Hidden Beach area, as well as other parts of Cedar Lake. KIAA would like to hear his ideas and then form a committee to steer ideas into reality.</li>\r\n	<li>South Cedar Beach will be re-designed as a result of a private donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>John Peterson</strong>\r\n\r\nThis organization makes saunas available by bringing the sauna to the public. It is a mobile sauna 20X8 ft. John was referred to the park board to obtain a permit.\r\n\r\nThe company is now a coop and they are trying to expand. They currently have 141 members.\r\n\r\nJohn would like to do an event in August 2017 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nJeanette raised the issue that beach goers should be invited to make reservations, not just Kenwood residents. In general, the KIAA board that this would support the KIAA objective for positive programming at the beach.\r\n\r\nThe Motion for sauna operation at Hidden Beach by Will was approved by all.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\nMatt gave a KIAA financial report covering current account balances and monthly financial activity.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>2017 Neighborhood Priority Plan– Mike Bono</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe following was approved by the KIAA Board today:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) is participating in the Community Participation Program (CPP) for Minneapolis neighborhood organizations. CPP is a city program designed to give residents and property owners the power to improve or maintain their own neighborhoods and direct city resources to fit their needs.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe goal of Neighborhood Priority Plans is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners. Neighborhood Priority Plans must be developed and adopted through a thorough neighborhood participation process. The plan identifies preliminary neighborhood priorities (as identified by the neighborhood) and potential partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the result of the neighborhood survey, KIAA proposes to use its Community Participation Program funds allocated to the Neighborhood Priority Plan as listed below:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n1) Support community outreach and consulting services related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n2) Provide funding for landscaping around Lake of the Isles and for spreading awareness about preserving Cedar Lake Park.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n3) Provide funding for increased crime prevention and safety activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n4) Support the Kenwood Recreation Center, Kenwood School, and local businesses with funding for programming activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n5) Continue to fund a resource to assist KIAA with its communication efforts.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSpecifically, the proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan would include but no be limited to:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Supporting cooperative efforts with surrounding neighborhoods and organizations to minimize negative impacts on the Kenilworth trail as a result of the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Provide funding to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Continuing annual support of additional police patrols at East Cedar Lake Beach and other crime prevention activities such as increased police patrols in the alleys.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Contracting for part-time help to continue the monthly e-newsletter, and other communication efforts including developments regarding LRT.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Providing funding for educational programming and social activities with Kenwood School</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on September 11, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a>June Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met June 5<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</strong></p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1>Highlights from the KIAA Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Annual Gathering was held on Monday May 8<sup>th</sup> (rain date)</li>\r\n	<li>Total attendees were approximately 100.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2017-2018 board was elected, including 3 new board members (Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein).  Josine Peters stepped down, and we thank her for her service.</li>\r\n	<li>Speakers included Louise Erdrich regarding the renovation of the former Stephen Dean’s Tailors space, and Deb Pilger from MPRB regarding goats at Hidden Beach.  MetroBlooms and Hennepin County Recycling set up information tables.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction utility and roadwork is beginning.  The work will be completed by early fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Lunch with Lisa Field Trip will happen June 21<sup>st</sup> at 11:45AM.  You can choose from an Arts Tour of the Sculpture Garden, or a Hard Hat Tour of The Target Center Renovation.  Please contact Lisa’s office, as space is limited.  The next Lunch with Lisa is in September and will cover the Peavey Plaza renovation.</li>\r\n	<li>The City will not be able to ban plastic bags from grocery stores as originally planned (due to state legislative pre-emption).  The City is exploring other options and strategies to reduce the use of plastic bags.</li>\r\n	<li>Household hazardous waste events are occurring in June, July, and August.  The city will recover or recycle paint, solvents, etc. for free.  The next two are June 23-24 at the Public Works Facility (3607 E 44<sup>th</sup> St), and July 28-29 at Jenny Lind Elementary (5025 Bryant Ave N)</li>\r\n	<li>There was an open discussion on plastic bags, organic composting, downtown crime</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Election of Officers - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board elected officers for the 2017-2018 season, and welcomed three new directors.  The new KIAA board was unanimously approved by vote; Chair:  Shawn Smith.  Vice-Chair:  Larry Moran.  Treasurer:  Matt Spies.  Secretary:  Jack Levi.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nConflict of Interest Policy - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Board approved the KIAA Conflict of Interest Policy by email voting on April 26<sup>th</sup>, 2017.</li>\r\n	<li>Each board member signed the policy which is designed to 1) protect public trust in the integrity of the KIAA-decision making process and 2) to establish the procedures applicable to the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest in the context of transactions or arrangements entered into by KIAA where a member may have a financial interest in or fiduciary responsibility towards an entity with which KIAA is negotiating a transaction or arrangement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that donations in 2017 were down more than 50% vs. 2016.  This needs to be a focus for the upcoming fiscal year.  Jeanette made a motion to approve reimbursements as noted on financial detail.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Oriole Feeding Installations/Prairie Restoration Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie requested reimbursement for $192 to support the installation of the Oriole Feeding Station, to plant new plants in the prairie restoration area and food for the orioles.  The plants are consistent with the strategy as they are part of the natural environment for the prairie and orioles.  The funding was already approved at the April meeting and is under budget so was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Programming– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown and Will Stensruud planned the June 10<sup>th</sup> Family Beach Opener.  Artrageous is hosting activities for kids.  Jeanette moved to approve $300 for food and refreshments and not more than $500.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Summer Solstice Celebration on Wednesday, June 21<sup>st</sup>.  Artrageous is hosting the solstice party and it will be shared via social media.</li>\r\n	<li>Yoga is free to the public (hosted by KIAA) is held every Thursday at 7PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Open water swims start Monday June 19<sup>th</sup>.  Participants must sign up with the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Jim Gilroy Bench Dedication – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA last year lost a beloved board member, Jim Gilroy.  Thanks to the generosity of Kenwood residents, Jim’s friends and family, a bench was purchased in his memory on the Lake of the Isles Walking Path, across from Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church.  On Sunday, June 25<sup>th</sup> (1-5PM) there will be a dedication picnic.  All are welcome to attend to celebrate his life.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Park Board Update – Mark Holtey\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Rec Center will receive a Little Library this month.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Minnesota Zoomobile Presentation Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> at the Kenwood Park Picnic area from 1-1:45PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Movies in the Park at Kenwood Part resumes Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> 15 minutes after dusk.  This month’s showing will be <em>Hidden Figures</em>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on Monday, July 10th, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met April 3<sup>rd</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</strong></p>\r\n<strong> <img title=\"More...\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-includes/js/tinymce/plugins/wordpress/img/trans.gif\" alt=\"\" />Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown, Angie Erdrich, and Matt Spies.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick.</strong>\r\n<h1><strong><em> </em></strong></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction is scheduled to begin within a couple of months. The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting reviewing the project on April 25<sup>th</sup> at 6:30 at the Kenwood Rec Center.  There will be a separate public meeting on the assessment, tentatively scheduled for May 9<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>The April 26<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will host representatives from the Park Board and Walker Sculpture Garden.  They will discuss public art and sculpture, including updates on the Walker.  Please call Lisa’s office to order a lunch in advance ($10).</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping begins April 11. <a href=\"http://www.minneapolis.gov/streetsweeping\">www.minneapolismn.gov/publicworks/streetsweeping</a>.  Please be sure to follow parking restrictions to avoid a ticket.  Yard waste bundles will also be picked up at the same time – place it with recycling for pickup.  Do not sweep into the street as it is damaging to the environment.</li>\r\n	<li>As Backyard Fire season begins, please observe City Rules:  Permitted only 9AM to 10PM, burn only untreated fire wood (no trash), fire must be 25 feet from a structure and in a fire ring.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>I-35W will be under rehabilitation starting Summer 2017-Fall 2021, between 43<sup>rd</sup> St S and 15<sup>th</sup> St.  Please see <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies (Pre-Report)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt pre-reported less than $2500 in expenditures for the month, which included payments for the Hill and Lake Press Annual Sponsorship, down payments for the annual gathering, and board liability insurance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>2552 W Lake of the Isles Variance – Ryan Smith, Tyler Hillger</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Construction on the vacant lot at 2552 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway will require two variances to build as designed:  1) Front Yard Setback.  Due to the curve of the street, the setback rule would place the house in violation.  The variance would allow the setback variance to be consistent with the adjacent homes.  As designed, the front of the home will be behind the front of the original home down in 2004.  2) Terrace Square Footage Maximum.  The planned terrace would be allowable if variance 1 is approved.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA did not make a motion on the variance and requested that the board be kept informed and adjacent neighbors directly engaged by the homeowner.</li>\r\n	<li>If approved by the city, construction would begin late summer 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP and Priority Plan</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to approve the 2016 KIAA CPP Annual Report, which will be submitted to the city.</li>\r\n	<li>Mike presented a Financial Interest and Fiduciary Responsibility conflict of interest policy, now required by Minneapolis, to preserve public trust in the integrity of KIAA decision-making process.  The policy, once signed, will also be posted to the KIAA website.  The policy will be voted on between meetings to allow board members time to review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Will reviewed the proposed budget for the summer of 2017 at $5450, to support programming: Yoga, Log Rolling, June 10 Summer Kickoff Party, BeArtrageous, and a Music Series.  Motions were made to fund June 10<sup>th</sup> Summer Kickoff ($1300), Yoga ($600 for 10 sessions), the June 21<sup>st</sup> Solstice Party ($150), July 15<sup>th</sup> Pirates and Mermaids ($500).  Approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         An additional expenditure of $2000 was proposed to buy a generator to fill a bounce house for weekly events.  Due to liability concerns, the subcommittee was asked to go back and research further prior to a vote on the funding.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering May 1<sup>st</sup> – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Gathering is 6-7:30 at Kenwood Corner</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA board members are requested to sign up for tasks.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.  Current board members were requested to announce their intent to run prior to the next meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project Updates – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn provides updates on this standing topic, the #1 priority for the board per the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey.</li>\r\n	<li>County Transit Improvement Board did not vote unanimously from disbanding, with Dakota County voting against without a larger payout, and Hennepin County against because commissioners knew that CTIB would not disband.  It remains to be seen whether a county sales tax can be implemented to fund the missing state share of $135M</li>\r\n	<li>SWLRT and Bottineau line are not approved for funding in the new proposed federal budget.  84 State legislators signed a letter to Transportation Secretary Chao further requesting that funding be withheld because it did not have legislative support.</li>\r\n	<li>Files are advancing at the state level to remove/increase railroad liability for co-location, block any future light rail transit without state approval, and implement terms and elections to Met Council officials.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is the Annual Gathering on Monday, May 1st, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 6<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mark Brown, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n<h1> The Agenda Was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting held during the month of April, an announcement will be sent out on Next Door.  There will be a public hearing in May regarding the assessment.</li>\r\n	<li>The March 29<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will be an update on Peavey Plaza renovations.</li>\r\n	<li>Unspent and frozen NRP money will be returned to neighborhoods.  Kenwood received $1000 back.  The amount received by Kenwood for NRP was mostly spent in support of our neighborhood priorities.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA donated $750 to support the Kenwood School auction.</li>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the importance of managing the budget on a three-year cycle, tied to the funding cycle from the city.  Also discussed was ensuring that the budget would address reimbursable expenditures vs non-reimbursable expenditures that depend on neighbor contributions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt submitted a proposal to define objectives for the 2017 season, focusing on the implementation of 3 recurring activities such as puppet shows, yoga, log rolling, etc.  Additionally, how to engage the Park Board to implement improvements to the beach prior to SWLRT operations.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to take the lead on planning the programming.  Options will be discussed for future seasons to fund an intern to manage the programming and community outreach.  For 2017, a subcommittee will be formed to develop the action plan and report to the board at the April meeting.  Larry noted that it is important to share the plan at the annual neighborhood gathering on May 1<sup>st</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The gathering is May 1<sup>st</sup>.  Angie put together a to-do and sign up list for tasks that need to be completed to have a successful event.  The biggest issue to finalize is food.  KIAA is exploring different options that can reduce cost.  An option is to identify any neighborhood caterers or restaurant owners to support the event with food.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January Citizens Advisory Council meeting.   The Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District voted unanimously to permit SWLRT for construction through the waters that it manages.  Cedar Lake and the Kenilworth Channel drain into the creek and the Mississippi River, which MCWD manages.</li>\r\n	<li>On March 8<sup>th</sup>, County Transit Improvement Board voted to disband, clearing the way for Hennepin County to implement a 50 cent sales tax to fund SWLRT state share and ongoing operational costs.  However, because Dakota County voted against disbanding, there will be a process to follow where either CTIB will have one county member, or increasing the buyout to the county to gain their vote.</li>\r\n	<li>Full federal funding grant of $900M, if awarded, will happen by the end of June.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates:  Please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 3<sup>rd</sup>, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 6th, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Mark Brown, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Police Chief Ohotto, and 4 other residents.\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\nCity Council Update – Lisa Goodman\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner and contribute 7% of the total budget of $1M.  There will be a large neighborhood meeting held in advance to share details.  Work will be completed prior to fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The February 22<sup>nd</sup> Lunch with Lisa topic is Emergency Preparedness, including natural disasters and pandemic readiness.  Please contact her office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Ward 7 has been prioritized for the City’s Tree Planting Program.  Residents can get information and order trees March 6-12 at <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.  There will be a lottery, and those selected will be notified by March 22.  Trees will have a nominal cost to residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette provided an update on the parking situation in Downtown Kenwood.  She reported that the business owners did not support a KIAA proposed solution to add restrict parking to one side of 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Another possible solution is to clarify the parking signs on Penn Avenue in front of Kenwood School.  One resident from Oliver Ave expressed his concerns on the adverse effect he is experiencing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA dedicated $5000 for police overtime (80 hours of patrols).  2016 had the second lowest number of police reports since the lowest year (2008).</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The Chief continues to recommend a balance of extra patrols with the positive programming that has happened in the last 2 years.  Neighborhood involvement/usage of the beach is also important, vs. solely relying on police patrols.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Jeanette moved to spend $5000 for 2017 continued additional policing, pending the securing of city funding via the Neighborhood Priority Plan contract.  Mike will inform the board once city funding is confirmed.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The party was rescheduled for February 12<sup>th</sup> due to poor ice conditions.  KIAA will still contribute cookies towards the event.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Residents donated $747 last month, most in response to the annual newsletter.  KIAA also received some city reimbursements, totaling $2500.  KIAA appreciates the local funding of the neighborhood residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jean Deatrich has helped Matt mail thank you letters in response to all donations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Letter of Concern over 3020 Kenwood Parkway – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Calhoun-Isles Association is opposing the construction of a Residential High Rise on the Northeast Corner of Lake Calhoun that would possibly violate the Shoreland Overlay District and would certainly be in opposition to local ordinance.  The building would be 59 feet tall and out of character with the surrounding neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed a letter stating KIAA’s position that developers need to respect the overlay district not only for this project/lake but for future projects and other lakes.  This position supports the KIAA Neighborhood Priority of protecting the environment, lakes, and waterways.  The Overlay height restriction exists to protect the lake edge from out of scale development, shading, and wind concentration and a negative human caused impact on the environment.  Larry moved to send the letter, approved unanimously.  A response was received from CM Lisa Bender that it does not violate the Overlay Disctrict but does violate local zoning.  Jeanette is working with the city and C-I Association to clarify.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The annual gathering and board elections are May 1.  Any residents that would like to run for a board position are encouraged to contact KIAA; ssmith288@me.com.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         To reduce costs, new food alternatives will be considered for the annual gathering.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood School Request – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The School requested $750 in funding to be a sponsor of the Kenwood School Auction and Fundraiser.  KIAA supported this request in 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA view is that the funding supports the Neighborhood Priority of supporting robust programming and education our Kenwood School, which not only serves Kenwood children but children from other parts of the city.  Shawn moved to support the funding, unanimously approved.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January CAC meeting.   The Southwest Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that at the State Legislature GOP leadership is challenging that the Met Council will rely on the state to pay 50% of ongoing operating costs for light rail and transit but the state has no voice in which or how many projects are built.  That would mean that there is no elected voice in the regional transit plan and required state funding.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District is meeting on February 23<sup>rd</sup> to vote whether to approve permits for SWLRT construction and operation in areas that MCWD manages.  The MCWD is responsible for maintaining the water quality for the Watershed, which includes the Chain of Lakes.  The public comment period closed February 2<sup>nd,</sup> and many testified concerns about conflicts of interest with MCWD managers.  Most managers were appointed by Hennepin County Commissioners, that support the project.</li>\r\n	<li>As only 3 Kenwood properties are identified to have severe averse impacts, KIAA will consider funding an independent study of vibration and noise similar to one conducted at the Minneapolis/St Louis Park border.  The study would evaluate the Kenilworth Corridor north of the Kenilworth Channel.  Jeanette will contact the engineers to find out if there would be any benefit and what the cost would be.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will kick off the planning for ECLB programming for 2017.  He will solicit resident ideas.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJanuary 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 9th, 2017 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Will Stensrud, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Directors Absent:  Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mike Bono, Treasurer Matt Spies.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Snow Emergencies are communicated via Facebook, Instragram, Email/text alerts, City of Minneapolis Mobile App.  All residents are encouraged to sign up for alerts to be aware of when Snow Emergencies are declared.</li>\r\n	<li>Road Sand is available from the City Public Works Sites, to be placed in a barrel in areas that are needed.  Please contact Lisa’s office to request a barrel of sand.</li>\r\n	<li>Christmas Trees are recycled by the city.  Please put your trees at your regular pickup site.  Old Christmas lights can also be recycled; go to <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is January 25<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall.  The topic is Public Art, including a sneak preview of the Nicollet Mall art.  Lisa is always interested in constituents’ ideas for topics.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette brought to Lisa’s attention NRP survey results to get her perspective on what is within the city’s ability to address.  Many issues raised in the survey, including noise and excessive speed are regulated and difficult to enforce.  Any public works issues such as alley defects should be directed to Lisa’s office.  Jeanette will follow up with Lisa to address the continuing parking and alley access problem by Downtown Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Warming House – Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy shared that a volunteer group with representatives from from CIDNA, Lowry Hill and East Isles, the Minneapolis Parks Foundation, MPRB staff and local architects are considering that the warming house should be replaced, in part based on age (18 years old). The cost to bring the structure in and out by crane is increasing to $20K per year; a new structure designed to be more easily transported could make moving it less expensive. The idea being discussed is to change the structure into one that can be used all year, across different sites, for different purposes. There will be a design competition and funds raised. KIAA supports the idea of replacement but there was a discussion as to whether it\'s appropriate for KIAA to contribute neighborhood funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Treasurer Report – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Several contributions were received in January ($398) as a result of the Fall Newsletter.  KIAA appreciates the support and Matt will work with Jean to send acknowledgement letters to the donors.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie will provide via cookies for the party funded by KIAA.  The party is January 22<sup>nd</sup> from 1-3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Application – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will help manage the process for Rain garden applications and awarding grants from MetroBlooms.  This year is the third year of this partnership, and this year there will be no cost to KIAA.  KIAA will make an in-kind donation of time and resources to promote the initiative.  More information will be provided by the end of January.  Rain gardens support our NRP initiative of protecting the lakes and environment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Cedar Lake Orioles Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie is leading engagement with Kenwood School to reinstall Oriole feeding stations this spring.  Last year, orioles were abundant and several classes visited Cedar Lake Park to see them, accompanied by teachers and neighborhood volunteers.  This initiative is important because it drives more family and educational opportunities at Cedar Lake.  Angie requested $200 for laminated signs and feeding station supplies (food).  Jeanette moved to approve, unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering Planning Kickoff – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The annual gathering will be May 1<sup>st</sup> in downtown Kenwood, which includes food and election of KIAA officers.  In order to keep costs in check, other food options will be explored.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Communication Committee – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Will, Mark, and Jeanette will work with Jean regarding a communication committee and communication plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that CTIB is likely in the process of self-dissolving so that Hennepin County can raise the transit sales tax to .5%, to fund the missing $140M state share of funding.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion whether to contact the FTA regarding Met Council compliance to 2012 Certification Requirements for Federal Funding, and without a vote KIAA determined not to take any action.</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is contacting three LRT- adjacent property owners to discuss construction.  These are the only houses at 21<sup>st</sup> St that the Met Council deems to be impacted by LRT operations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The top 5 priorities from the survey were identified – SWLRT, Lakes/Parks/Environment, Kenwood Rec Center events, Hidden Beach Safety, and Kenwood School.  Jeanette wrote a summary report to share with anyone interested.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Calhoun Association is asking KIAA to support opposition to a 54 foot tall residential building to be built adjacent to Tin Fish on Lake Calhoun (replacing 3 existing homes).  The proposed structure would be within the Shoreland Overlay District which has a height restriction of 36 feet.  As an action taken between meetings, the proposal will be reviewed and voted on whether to support or not support the opposition.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board Police Chief Ohotto will be invited to attend the KIAA February Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>December 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 5th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis finalizes its 2017 budget on December 7th.  On November 30<sup>th</sup>, there was a public hearing; 45 people provided testimony on the mayor’s proposed budget. There was a significant organized effort to reduce proposed police budgeting in favor of more community based non-profit policing.  The mayor had proposed adding 15 additional sworn officers as 2016 had the lowest number of officers this decade, 100 less than 2009.  Neighborhoods Organizing for Change challenged that increase.  (Addendum Post KIAA Meeting:  December 7<sup>th</sup> saw a similar number of testimonials and content, and the budget was adopted with the 15 additional officers.)</li>\r\n	<li>The budget also proposes a new position of Small Business Navigator.  This position would assist small businesses in navigating the Minneapolis city laws and regulations.  Lisa supports up to 4 positions in order to help small business navigate the city’s complex licensing and codes.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa emphasized that the Final Truth in Taxation notices that were mailed in November did not include the voter approved school special taxation levy.  Therefore, property taxes are understated by approximately 10%.  Revised Final Notices will not be mailed.  (Note to residents:  look at your 2016 School District Voter Approved Levy to see approximately how much your 2017 taxes are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Car2Go is ending operations in Minneapolis because of two business conditions that created an inability for the company to be profitable.  1)  The city mandated that Car2Go distribute cars equitably throughout the city; however, because some neighborhoods had higher origination/destination usage than others, the company incurred high costs to redistribute cars, and some cars sat idle in lower-used neighborhoods.  Publicly, Car2Go cited that they were taxed/licensed at a car rental rate, which is higher than that of taxis and other ride-share services.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January after December 12ths Later with Lisa.  Lisa is interested in constituent input for topics for her schedule of 2017 lunches.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Board Member – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette introduced Will Stensrud, who with his family purchased a home in Kenwood one year ago.  Will asked to join the board to become more involved in the issues that shape Kenwood.  Jeanette motioned to approve his addition, and it was approved unanimously.  Welcome Will!</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>November was a busy month for SWLRT.  The FTA accepted testimony regarding Metropolitan Council accountability and adherence to process to determine certification for federal dollars for the next 4 years.  Many Kenwood residents sent testimony, including the LRT Done Right group.  Testimonials were published in last month’s Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn stated that there are two key next steps where KIAA will engage in SWLRT:  1) Follow up with the FTA to find out about how the neighborhoods testimony will be used, and will the findings be made available to the public, and 2) SWRLT construction and mitigation is the top issue surfaced in the annual NRP survey, and KIAA will continue to keep SWLRT as a standing KIAA meeting topic, and publish updates in the Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>LRT Done Right organization is engaging and meeting with key elected officials in the coming month to gain information and understanding of positions heading into the 2017 State Legislative Session.  Officials at the state, county, city, and park board will be met with.  KIAA’s position against residential development on the Kenilworth Trail/SWLRT line will be communicated.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reviewed the monthly balance sheet for KIAA as well as the expenditures and revenues for the month.  There was minimal activity during the month: payments made to Jean Deatrick and Post net for the Fall Newsletter, as well as a small payment to reimburse Pop Up Playground expense at “Hidden Beach,” and one donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA has submitted its Community Participation Program application for the upcoming three-year funding cycle by the City of Minneapolis, worth $25K annually to Kenwood.  KIAA is in the process of canvassing the neighborhood to determine the specific priorities to include in the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of NPP is to identify major initiatives for neighborhood organizations, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>The results of the Neighborhood Priorities survey were reviewed.  Top issues identified were SWLRT mitigation, protecting the lakes, East Cedar Lake Beach safety, supporting Kenwood Community Center activities/Common gathering place, more street lighting.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette noted that only 60 responses were received.  The link to the survey was put in the KIAA Fall Newsletter, Nextdoor, and Hill and Lakes Press.  Jean Deatrick will email out a link to her neighborhood email list and extend the deadline to December 18<sup>th</sup> to capture more feedback to feed the Top 5 Priorities.  There will also be future discussion on how to address other priorities received in written comments.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Lake of the Isles Warming House will be replaced.  The Park Board is considering a mobile structure that can be used all year.  Neighborhood Associations are being approached to provide funding.  There was discussion as to whether or not neighborhood funds should be used towards this project in light of the “Close the Gap” funding recently allocated to the Park Board, totaling $11M annually and funded by property tax increases.</li>\r\n	<li>Action taken between meetings:  The board approved up to $200 to place a sign in Downtown Kenwood to help address the continued concerns over parking issues.  It will direct patrons towards alternative parking locations and try to keep alley access clear.  Exact wording and structure is under discussion.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:27 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 9th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met November 7th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in November due to Thanksgiving.  On Monday December 12<sup>th</sup> at 4:30pm will be Later with Lisa, her annual holiday party.  It will be held at the Normandy Inn.  Cash bar, parking is free.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping is completed as of November 15th, as is yard waste pickup, for the season.  The city does not sweep alleys, leaf removal there is the responsibility of the home owner.</li>\r\n	<li>The house at 1204 Kenwood Parkway is under historic review.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction is on track to be complete by December.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa shared the Mayor’s 2017 Proposed Budget.  The board reviewed the budget and gleaned that the proposed levy increase is driven primarily by 1) 59 new positions in the city, 2) Park Board/City agreement on 20 Year Plan, 3) additional spending on social programs and grants to Non-Profit organizations.  The Truth in Taxation Hearing is November 30<sup>th</sup> at City Hall, and the budget will be adopted on December 7<sup>th</sup>.  Public testimony will be heard at both.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Monthly expenditures were for the Gilroy Memorial Bench and the Thrill Kenwood, offset by city funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody is the Citizen Advisory Committee representative to the Metropolitan Council and the CAC met last month.  Jody shared updates on SWLRT that were learned in the meeting.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>LRT trains normally sound a horn coming out of a tunnel, but it will not sound when emerging from the tunnel in the Kenilworth Corridor.  There are also bells on each train that sound at road crossings, but at 21<sup>st</sup> St these will not sound and there will be a stationary bell.  This will allow for less variance in the sound impact and more reliable noise mitigation.</li>\r\n	<li>Revenue service is estimated to begin in 2021.  Construction is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Construction will begin in Fall 2017 to move the freight lines in the Kenilworth Corridor; there will be five phases of construction in our neighborhood and it is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Met Council representatives will be going door to door to record structural conditions of homes in order to establish a baseline for potential damage as a result of construction.  Addresses/scheduling to be announced in December.  It is not determined how repairs will be handled that are a result of construction.</li>\r\n	<li>The CAC November meeting was cancelled.  At future meetings Jody will continue to press for information and we will share in this space.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended the FTA review of the Metropolitan Council’s certification on November 2<sup>nd</sup>.  The FTA certifies the Met Council every four years as a process to approve the Council to continue to receive federal funds.  Shawn shared that 5 speakers used SWLRT as an example where the Met Council did not consistently deliver against the objectives that the FTA measures against.  The public has until November 30<sup>th</sup> to provide testimony; if interested, please contact Shawn at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Applications</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sign Ups are now being taken for 2017 Good Steward Raingardens.  Raingardens on your property help reduce pollution in our lakes.  MetroBlooms and KIAA are teaming up to install reduced-cost raingardens for 15 Kenwood homeowners.  Cost is reduced through a Good Steward Grant (cost to homeowners will be approximately $350 for a $2,000 raingarden).  Email Laura Scholl to get on the list:  <a href=\"mailto:laura@metroblooms.org\">laura@metroblooms.org</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be applying for the next three-year cycle of funding by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program for $25K annually.  KIAA will submit its Community Participation Program application that will include the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of the Neighborhood Priority Plan is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the CPP application be approved, Mark seconded, unanimously passed.</li>\r\n	<li>A survey to solicit neighborhood input for the priority plan will be sent this month to ensure that monies are directed in the direction of projects that are valued by residents.  Here is the link: <a href=\"https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp\">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp</a>  (If link doesn’t work, type in your browser)</li>\r\n	<li>This season was one of the lowest in terms of police incidents in recent history.  The full end of season report will be published in the KIAA Fall Newletter, being mailed this month.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach end of season report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is receiving neighborhood impact letters from the Restorative Justice program from citations at East Cedar Lake Beach.  Fines can be waived if the cited writes a letter of atonement.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended October’s Lunch with Lisa.  The topic was the 20 Year Park Plan and it was covered in detail by Superintendent Jayne Miller and Board President Anita Tabb.  The Kenwood Park will not receive any funding from the 20 Year Park Plan as it is not a high priority park as determined by the Park and Rec Board.  Examples of criteria on how prioritization were assessed are Areas of Racially Concentrated Poverty, Populations of Color, Population Density, Youth Population, Asset Lifespan, and Neighborhood Density.  Kenwood Park will still receive its funding as part of the regular budgeting process.  Shawn learned that The Park Board will have approximately $11M of annual incremental funding via the city and park board levy.  Shawn also learned that if Minneapolis were to implement a $15 minimum wage, it would increase payroll for the Park Board by approximately $2.2M annually.  It was not clear how the Park Board would adjust the plan or mitigate the impact of that wage increase without affecting the 20 Year Plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:34 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 3rd, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood and Community Relations Department – Jack Whitehurst</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mr. Whitehurst represented the city for the annual board survey which the city is conducting.  The purpose of the survey is to gain demographic information on the makeup of city boards.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA encourages all residents of the neighborhood who would like to serve on the board regardless of demographic background.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion on Neighborhood Action Plan money status.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt presented an update on in/outflow of cash for the fiscal year, as well as a spending/income forecast through 2019.  Matt will present a financial report at each KIAA monthly meeting going forward.  This will allow for accurate planning on an annual basis going forward so expenditures can be prioritized.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be sending a survey to gain feedback on resident’s priorities to be addressed in the Neighborhood Priority Plan, which needs to be filed in November.  The survey was edited and approved to be sent.</li>\r\n	<li>The new warming house for Lake of the Isles winter skating area is still under consideration by the Minneapolis Park Board.  The new warming house is in concept stage.  Neighborhood associations may be approached to support it financially.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda Vallone from BeArtrageous is planning Thrill Kenwood, a successful Halloween party that has been held in the years past.  The board approved repeating a $750 contribution towards the event.</li>\r\n	<li>The Jim Gilroy memorial bench (former board member, deceased) has been installed and all who donated are appreciated.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA Fall newsletter is in process to be published by November.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA was informed by a MPRB tree inspector who visited the Rec Center corner that 7 diseased crab apple and trees will be removed. They will be replaced in Spring 2017 with 3 North Star Cherry trees and 4 Mont Royal plum trees, which are disease resistant with useful fruit for the public to eat.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nSeptember 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met September 12th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Dee Montgomery (Heritage Coalition).\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn moved for approval of the agenda, with the addition of Dee Montgomery’s topic, and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be September 28<sup>th</sup> at Opus Hall.  The topic is still being determined.  Lisa is always open to suggestions for topics for Lunch with Lisa, please contact her office with ideas.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale construction is still on schedule to be finished this fall.  Hennepin northbound will be open in the coming weeks.</li>\r\n	<li>The local government channels are changing as follows:  Comcast HD will be 799, and Standard Definition will be 14.  Century Link HD will be 8501, and standard definition will be 8001, Multilingual HD will be 8502, and standard definition multilingual will be 8002.</li>\r\n	<li>November 8<sup>th</sup> election early voting starts September 23<sup>rd</sup>.  There are 4 early voting locations in Minneapolis, please see the city website for more details.  Shawn Smith stated that the voting period was starting very early considering the first Presidential Debate is not until September 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Historic Marker Restoration Project – Dee Montgomery</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The centennial marker commemorating the establishment of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation will be restored.  The original boundary of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation included areas of Kenwood, and the marker that is being replaced is located on the southeast edge of Lake of the Isles.  The Heritage Commission has its own funds; tax dollars will not be used.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board advised Dee to consult with Native Americans to ensure that any concerns regarding the history and commemoration of Fort Snelling were heard.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is pushing for clarification and information with the warning bell and mitigation strategy at the 21<sup>st</sup> St crossing.  KIAA has requested involvement from Commissioner Marion Greene and expressed the need for her support on this issue with the Southwest Project Office.  There are concerns over the volume of the proposed wayside bell.</li>\r\n	<li>The Section 106 process is continuing now that the Memorandum of Understanding is executed.  This pertains to mitigation strategies for Grand Rounds eg landscaping, retaining walls, shoreline treatments, etc.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking continues to be an issue where patrons are parking too close to the alley, blocking driveways, too close to stop signs, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to explore signing solutions – parking is allowed at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Increasing neighborhood programming at the beach remains a KIAA focus.  It is part of the overall strategy to reduce crime and improve public safety.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that 35 kids came to the Play Space “pop up playground” and the strategy was successful.  The board approved a $25 increase to the funding to cover extra expenses.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reiterated the need to work on the Priority Plan Strategy, which will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.  Mike Bono, Matt, and Mark Brown will work on the subcommittee.  The CPP application is due November 10.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2016 Minneapolis Housing Resource Guide is published.  This is a resource for associations and homeowners.  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/\">www.minneapolismn.gov</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>A motion was approved to reimburse Deb Gilroy for $100 for the expenses related to placing a bench for former board member Jim Gilroy.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>By Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met July 11th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Chief Jason Ohotto and two of his officers, Jean Deatrick, and three neighbors.\r\n\r\n<strong>Opening Activities</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>No lunch with Lisa in July or August.  Please be sure to sign up for Lisa’s email list to get updates on construction, traffic, and event updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues.  The Hennepin/Vineland intersection will have major work done in July/August.  The overall project is on schedule for completion by November.</li>\r\n	<li>The variance at 2000 W 21<sup>st</sup> St was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting is open for the 2016 primary.  Election judges are needed this year.  Please call Lisa’s office to sign up to be a judge.  A mix of party affiliations is needed.</li>\r\n	<li>National Night out is August 2<sup>nd</sup>.  After July 19<sup>th</sup>, there is a fee to block off the street.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette expressed KIAA’s appreciation for the quality of the City of Minneapolis’s response to the FEIS, documenting the history and the issues within the project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Chief Jason Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Police reports written on park property at the beach declined from 48 to 31.  This is the second summer where there was a significant reduction in reports.  Chief Ohotto attributed the success to the positive programming and activities at the beach, as well as the increased park police patrols, some funded by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto recommended that neighbors that want to support safety efforts should call in issues to 911, and provide detailed, specific information, name and callback number.  Err on the side of calling 911 vs not calling when you see a negative impact to public safety.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown reported that the June 20<sup>th</sup> potluck at the beach was a great success with strong turnout.  The kids activities (face painting, spray chalk, cookies) were popular.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented ideas for longer term strategies, including boat racks, playground equipment.  Park and Rec Board financial support and fundraising will be needed.  A Community Action Committee will be formed.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt proposed an August Pop Up Adventure Playground as a new activity to pilot.  A motion passed to fund this event with up to $800 of NRP funds.  Engagement with the Kenwood School and neighboring association were identified as opportunities to increase participation.  Jeanette recognized Angie for getting the Kenwood School engaged in using the beach for educational opportunities.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed the idea of hosting a food or beverage cart at the beach on behalf of the neighborhood.  A motion passed for up to $200 to be spent from NRP funds for a KIAA/ECLB Patron Appreciation Day.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported on the June 13<sup>th</sup> FEIS public presentation by the Southwest Project Office.  Approximately 20 neighbors attended from Kenwood, CIDNA, and Loring Park.  On a positive note, the presentation summarized the 17,000 page FEIS effectively.  Unfortunately it was not tailored to the concerns of the Minneapolis segment of the corridor.  There continues to be a high level of concern over the ability of the tunnel to be built near Calhoun Shores Townhomes and the Kenilworth “pinch point.”</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the June 28<sup>th</sup> CAC meeting was cancelled, a consistent issue with many of the other CAC meetings which have also been cancelled in the past couple of years.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette communicated with the general manager of the Kenwood Restaurant to ask that employees park on Penn Avenue, and to help address the issue of patrons parking too close to alleys and driveways, and the issue of delivery truck restricting neighbor access to the alley.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie confirmed that parking for Downtown Kenwood businesses is permitted at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.  A “sandwich” board idea was proposed at a cost of $200 or for city signing or to paint the curb yellow to inform where and where not to park.  Noted for follow up between meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Mike Bono, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike and Matt outlined the plan to develop the 3 year plan as well as budgeting for the upcoming year.  It will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood, while also ensuring that current funding priorities can be maintained should funds be cut in the future.</li>\r\n	<li>New neighbor introduction:  Mikki Johnston and family</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will attend a Whittier Alliance Meeting on July 19<sup>th</sup> to understand the goals and strategies of that group.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie will follow up with Creative Citymaking regarding a video project opportunity, with a possible focus on ECLB.  KIAA would need to make a proposal to secure participation in the project, which is a competitive process.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>June 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 6th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters, Jack Levi.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Amanda Vallone, Jody Strakosch, Mark Holtey and two neighbors.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Board members conducted a brief introduction to begin the 2016-2017 term.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is complete for the season.  There will be a “Lunch with Lisa Field trip on Wednesday, June 29<sup>th</sup>, touring Givens Violins, which is a renowned repair business for cellos and violins.  If interested, please call Lisa’s office to book one of the two tours for that day.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues and has entered the paving phase.  Please contact Lisa’s office to be placed on an email list to receive weekly construction updates affecting the Twin Cities.</li>\r\n	<li>Sidewalk repair has come to Kenwood this year, part of a 10 year cycle.  White dots mark the sections that will be replaced.  Homeowners will be assessed $250-$400 per square for the repair.  Call 311 to discuss whether sections need to be replaced, or if they do not need to be replaced.  Please direct questions regarding how unique situations, such as tree root heaves, to 311.  All affected homeowners should have received a letter from the city; please refer to it for FAQs.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette volunteered to remain Chair; Larry volunteered to remain Vice Chair; Matt Spies volunteered to become Treasurer; and Shawn volunteered to remain Secretary.  Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt asked for resolution to relocate the KIAA bank accounts to US Bank.  Jeanette moved in favor, passed unanimously.  Matt asked for an additional resolution to transfer, check writing authority, opening accounts, deposits, and withdraw funds; from Ed Pluimer to himself.  Jeanette to be the second signatory.  Shawn moved, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette once again recognized Ed Pluimer for his years of service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Memorial Bench for Jim Gilroy – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie reported that $1550 has been donated to the Estate of Jim Gilroy for the purposes of a memorial bench on Lake of the Isles, near 21<sup>st</sup> St..  Jean Deatrick will send an e-blast as a reminder for any other residents that would like to contribute.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie moved that KIAA donate $300 towards the memorial bench to recognize Jim as a sitting board member at his death.  Funds will come from KIAA Money Market Account.  Approved unanimously.  As funds are in the account about to be closed, motion was approved to allow Ed Pluimer to write the check.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Financial Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is preparing a 2016-2017 balance sheet to ensure income and expenditures are clearly documented.  Mark, Larry, Matt, and Mike will form a finance subcommittee to inform a finance update at KIAA July meeting.  Motion approved to establish said committee.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies/Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda (from ARTrageous) shared that the Summer Solstice Party will be held at ECLB on June 20<sup>th</sup> from 6:30-8:30.  This will be a potluck event.  ARTrageous will provide henna, face painting, and a Creation Station for families.  The event will be cancelled in case of rain.  The event is open to all.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented a new proposal for a Pop Up Adventure Playground series.  Matt agreed to go renegotiate lower costs in order to run a pilot, vs investing in 3 events this year.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities including a Summer Solstice Potluck, Pirate/Mermaid Beach Party were identified for funding for $800.  A discussion was had regarding source of funds and how much to spend.  The board approved the expenditure unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda and Matt were approved to work together to spend up to $400 to place an ad in Hill and Lake Press to announce summer activities at ECLB.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  The CAC met in May.  Jennifer Munt stated that the Met Council would find funding to move ahead with SWLRT. The FEIS was reviewed; Nani Jacobsen recognized Kenwood for providing feedback that drove changes from the SDEIS to the FEIS.  Further, station art was approved for the West 21<sup>st</sup> St Station, which is what the Kenwood station will be named.  The next meeting will be June 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn has coordinated a meeting on June 13<sup>th</sup> for the Met Council to present the FEIS and take questions from residents.  This meeting was supported by the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn presented the FEIS draft and will circulate a soft copy to the board and Jody to be reviewed and approved as an action between meetings.  The deadline for submission is June 13<sup>th</sup> for any comments, and must be done in writing to the Southwest Project Office.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking at the Kenwood Corner continues to be a challenge, with visitors parking too close to the alley and to corners and blocking access.  Jeanette called the city to determine the cost of parking signs.  Action to be taken between meetings.</li>\r\n	<li>Kenwood Corner Raingarden Signage was approved as an action taken between meetings.  The Raingarden is now installed and the sign provides good information about the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  KIAA thanks Angie Erdrich for her work to beautify the corner.</li>\r\n	<li>Louise Erdrich is taking the space formerly occupied by Stephen Dean for a business to be announced shortly.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 9:10 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 11th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2016 KIAA 5<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> For the 5<sup>th</sup> year, KIAA had its annual meeting on May 2nd at Kenwood Corner, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> In attendance were seven KIAA serving board members up for re-election, one new member-elect, City Council Member Lisa Goodman, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Green, Minneapolis Parks Commissioner Anita Tabb, and approximately 100 neighbors.</p>\r\n The gathering began at 6PM.  The weather was great and everyone enjoyed Red Wagon Pizza and beverages, compliments of KIAA. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM.  There was a moment of remembrance for Jim Gilroy, KIAA board member who passed away suddenly in April.  Jim will be greatly missed; he was a kind and generous person, dedicated to improving our entire community.  The family has reserved a site for a park bench in his memory on Lake of the Isles.  Friends and neighbors who would like to contribute may do so.  KIAA Board Member Angie Erdrich will facilitate, please make checks payable to Minneapolis Finance Department, Memo “Jim Gilroy Bench” and mail to her at 2217 Oliver Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405.  A receipt will come from Minneapolis Parks, and the Gilroy family will receive a list of donor names.  Please submit donations by June 1<sup>st</sup> in hopes of installing the bench this summer.\r\n\r\nKIAA thanked retiring board member Ed Pluimer.  Ed has generously served on the board for over 20 years, most recently as Treasurer.  Our neighborhood is grateful for his energy and commitment.\r\n\r\nJeanette then stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year:  SWLRT work including work such as efforts to mitigate potential adverse effects to the neighborhood (if the project comes to pass), support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Raingardens from Metro Blooms, and positive programming for East Cedar Lake (Hidden) Beach.  The “Welcome Orioles” project – an environmental learning program for Kenwood School, co-sponsored with the Cedar Lake Park Association, received a shout-out from neighbors in attendance.\r\n\r\nJeanette introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to herself:  Jack Levi, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Matt Spies (Treasurer Elect), and Shawn Smith.  One new board member, Mark Brown was introduced.  Jeanette made the motion for re-election/election of the 2016-17 board, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\nKIAA would like to thank neighbors that supported KIAA financially at the gathering and throughout the year.  It helps us fund activities and keep our neighborhood strong!\r\n\r\nOther updates, action between meetings:\r\n\r\nThe 2015 KIAA Annual Report was approved by the board on April 28<sup>th</sup>.  The Annual Report is required by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program.  The report was prepared by Mike Bono with input from KIAA board members, and submitted by the 4/29 deadline.\r\n\r\nMatt and Julia Spies’s are requesting a variance for a remodel on their home.  As the Spies proactively partnered with their neighbors, KIAA supports their variance.  The variance will be reviewed at the Board of Adjustment meeting on June 9<sup>th</sup>.\r\n\r\nThere will be a Kenwood Neighborhood Rummage Festival of June 10-12<sup>th</sup>.  Please join your neighbors and plan a rummage sale during those dates!  If you are not able to have your own rummage sale, please consider donating to the Kenwood Elementary School Benefit Rummage Sale at the Kenwood Rec Center.   The rummage runs June 11 from 9-2PM. Donations can be dropped off at the Kenwood Recreation Center on June 10<sup>th</sup> from 4-6PM.  100% of proceeds benefit the Kenwood School.  Volunteers are needed to price goods, manage the sale, and haul goods to charity at 2PM on the 11<sup>th</sup>.  Contact Angie Erdrich to volunteer:  angie_sandeep@yahoo.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood.  If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us.  If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met April 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nVice Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies (Minutes), Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Jack Levi.  Absent:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith, Josine Peters, Jim Gilroy.  Also present:  Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\nUnanimous Approval of the Agenda\r\n<h1>City Council Update -  Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Upcoming Lunch with Lisas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>April 27  – Discussion with Made Here, the creative place-making initiative to fill empty downtown storefronts</li>\r\n	<li>May – Bill Leaf will talk about tourism master planning</li>\r\n	<li>June  – Field trip to Claire Givens Violin, premier violin reconstruction/repair; 40 people may attending in two groups of 20.  Contact Lisa’s office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping starting April 13 running through May 9</li>\r\n	<li>Yard waste pickup will begin in Kenwood on April 11</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa highlighted the state of the Hennepin/Lyndale Reconstruction Project road closures</li>\r\n	<li>On April 21, Board of Adjustment will be hearing variance for property at 2401 Sheridan Ave.  Adjacent residents will receive a notice in the mail by April 10<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa provided an overview of her and Council Member Barb Johnsons plan for the city to work with the Park Board to provide funding for neighborhood parks</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Gathering will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include a brief meeting:  the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association activities for the year.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lakes, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>As an action taken between meetings, the board approved the hiring of Red Wagon Pizza, and will be paid for by KIAA funds estimated at $1890.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong>2016/2017 Budgeting</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the merits and limitations of creating a budget for the 2016/2017 operating year.   The primary concern and is the complexity of the requirements for using various funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt Spies will coordinate an assembly of board members to explore ways to implement a framework for spending and raising KIAA funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board has indicated that they do not have capacity for an additional movie in the park for summer 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>An Oriole feeding station will be installed in Cedar Lake Park between May 3 – May 17 by Kenwood Elementary School students.  The project is sponsored by Birchbark Books.  Bird watching volunteers are needed.  Contact <a href=\"mailto:Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com\">Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>NOTE: The following information was approved to be added to the minutes by a motion taken after the meeting.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith (update provided in abstentia)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Since the March KIAA meeting, letters opposing the current SWLRT Kenilworth Plan were sent to Governor Dayton, Lt Governor Smith.  An aide in Governor Dayton’s office responded and assisted in getting a response from Adam Duininck, Chair, Metropolitan Council.  The letter thanked KIAA for our participation in the process and informed the following points:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Final EIS will be published in 2<sup>nd</sup> Quarter of 2016, and no other responses will be forthcoming until then.  In the EIS will be the answers to KIAAs (and others) DEIS and SDEIS responses.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a ten day public comment period</li>\r\n	<li>There will be no process for resolution of further concerns as this is not a part of the process of the National Environmental Protection Act process.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn expressed to the aide in Governor Dayton’s office that securing a form response from Mr Duininck was secondary to our concerns.  He asked for Governor Dayton to confirm that he was aware of and supports or does not support the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>That a derailment collision between an ethanol train and light rail train will be a significant danger to the community and Target Field.</li>\r\n	<li>That other less expensive and more flexible options for transit exist, including bus rapid transit</li>\r\n	<li>That the Chain of Lakes could be degraded due to pile driving</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is a defendant in a lawsuit over failure to disclose discussions of other routes</li>\r\n	<li>That ridership of an Uptown line would well exceed the current alignment</li>\r\n	<li>That projected ridership figures at 21<sup>st</sup> St Station are not credible</li>\r\n	<li>That there will be 22 hours of contiguous noise every five minutes in one of the quietest areas in Minneapolis</li>\r\n	<li>That not one low income neighborhood will be within reasonable walking distance of any Minneapolis station.</li>\r\n	<li>We asked for an appointment with the Governor.  There was no response.  Shawn waited ten days and said that because the Governor failed to respond, we would need to inform our constituents that our elected officials and the Governor are aware of the above controversies and find them to be acceptable.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Larry Moran at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is our Annual Neighborhood Gathering on Monday, May 2nd at 6 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner in front of The Kenwood and BeArtrageous. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org   </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> March 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 7th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi.  Also present Patrick Sadler, Pat Scott, Phil Nordberg, Laureen Carlson, Will Stensrud\r\n\r\nMarch Agenda was Approved Unanimously\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Patrick Sadler, Lisa Goodman’s Office</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Community Planning and Economic Development plan for both Ward 7 and the city were provided.  Any residents that would like a copy can contact Lisa’s office or go to the City Website.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be Noon, March 30<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall; the topic is Sister Cities of Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work continues on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Please contact Lisa’s office to receive email updates on construction closures.</li>\r\n	<li>The Workplace Partnership Meetings proceed to review sick time and paid time off policy.  A final recommendation is due March 16.</li>\r\n	<li>There are openings on multiple boards and commissions in Minneapolis.  Any interested residents can apply via the city website.</li>\r\n	<li>The Community Connection Conference is Saturday April 2<sup>nd</sup> at the Minneapolis Convention Center to kick off 3 Year Planning for Minneapolis 2040.  The public is invited.  Jeanette suggested that Lisa’s office post information to Next Door to ensure the 7<sup>th</sup> Ward is represented if nobody from KIAA is able to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Reduced pricing is being offered for rain barrels and compost bins.  <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>. The city will also have a limited number of trees available to residents for $25.  You can order a tree for your property beginning March 21, see <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Request for Support of Variance for Accessory Dwelling, 2401 Sheridan Ave S – Phil Nordberg and Laureen Carlson</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Phil and Laureen requested variance support from KIAA to be able to add a bathroom and categorize their garage as an ADU.  The overall footprint will not change.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is generally supportive.  The petitioners have not spoken to each neighbor but will be sending out notices to all neighbors within 300 feet.  Jeanette motioned to support the variances, contingent that neighbors are all informed and have no objections.  Motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is in the process of confirming the open swim, pop up playground, and other activities for Summer 2016.  Event schedules will be published in Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette signed the agreement for extra police patrols.  With the warm weather, Matt is working with Park Police to start patrols.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities are being coordinated with Kenwood School, including bird watching.  Volunteers are needed to lead school hikes in April and May, please contact Angie Erdrich at angie_sandeep@yahoo.com</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that since the last meeting, letters were sent to the FTA, Senator Klobuchar, Senator Franken, and Rep Ellison as KIAA continues to escalate neighborhood concerns over this project.</li>\r\n	<li>A letter was also sent to Governor Dayton and Lt Governor Smith, with copies of the letters sent to the State and Federal officials asking for his support in getting a meaningful response to neighborhood concerns, which are centered on the risks and ripple effects of co-location of SWLRT and ethanol trains.  His office responded with questions, and KIAA is preparing a communication to send back.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will invite Sophia Ginis from the Met Council to our April meeting since she did not respond to our March meeting invitation.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion that despite our concerns, planning moves ahead unabated.  All are encouraged to contact their elected officials if they have concerns over co-location, noise, vibration, cost, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA has been actively communicating neighborhood concerns to local, state, and federal officials.  Due to an overall lack of responsiveness to those, the board approved a motion to send communication to President Obama, which will represent the highest level of escalation, and likely final, that the board will take.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Meeting - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Annual Meeting will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association financials.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lake Press, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie, Josine, and Matt are researching options for food to reduce costs from last year.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Board Succession Planning - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         With Ed stepping down, KIAA will need to fill the Treasurer role starting May 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is actively seeking new board members.  We need neighbors that are willing to volunteer 3-4 hours per month either as a board member or support a subcommittee.  There are several board members that have served for a decade or more and are looking to retire.  We need your help to fill these positions to continue the level of thoroughness being delivered today.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is seeking a representative for the Green Zone work being done by the city.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 1st, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Meg Forney, Amanda Vallone, and Jody Strakosch\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be February 24<sup>th</sup>.  The topic will be the City Workforce Training and Equity programs on Job Training.</li>\r\n	<li>2431 22<sup>nd</sup> St W ownership has requested a historic review and may be requesting a variance to the board in the near future.  Neighbors are reminded that KIAA is typically notified of variance requests and can help navigate the process.</li>\r\n	<li>The city prefers that the SWLRT station be called “Cedar Lake Station.”  The Met Council has suggested that 21<sup>st</sup> St Station is not a clear indicator of the location of the station but has asked for input.  (KIAA hesitates to put forth a suggestion because KIAA does not support co-location of freight and light rail, but if KIAA were to have a preference it would be West 21<sup>st</sup> St.)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Closing the Gap in Our Parks - Meg Forney</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meg is looking for volunteers to work for a Citizens Group to get signatures to support a referendum on the ballot for “The Closing of the Gap” for funding of $15M/year for the next 20 years to implement repairs in neighborhood parks.  If residents are interested, please contact Meg or Anita Tabb at the Park Board.  Additional information is available on the Park Board website.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Funding Recommendation – Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The success at East Cedar Lake Beach to reduce crime was in large part due to the partnership between KIAA and the Park Police.  The recommendation from Chief Ohotto was to spend $5000 for 2016 vs $8000 spent last year.  Police reports were reduced from 101 in 2014 to 56 in 2015.</li>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to spend $5000 for additional police patrols at ECLB in 2016 and be active early in the season.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that two disbursements were made in January relating to SWLRT planning and the Metro Blooms project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Thrill Kenwood – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>This event raised $400 for The Bridge for Youth.</li>\r\n	<li>The 1<sup>st</sup> annual Rock Kenwood Dance Party will be held at the Rec Center on Saturday February 27<sup>th</sup> from 3-6PM.  There will be a DJ, contests, crafting, and more.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt recapped the recent committee meeting and the programming ideas for 2016.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log rolling and Open Swim are planned to continue in 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>New ideas include puppet shows, art activities, potlucks, and more.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is considering putting forth up to $2000 of additional funding for activities, and discussed how to engage neighbors that might be interested in donating funds to support the activities.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  Jody reported that the November and December meetings were cancelled by the Met Council.  In the January meeting, progress updates were shared by the project office.  Final environmental impact statement is due in April.  Civil construction will begin fall of 2016.  There will be 29 private properties impacted by construction in Minneapolis, primarily adjacent to the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported that some responses were received from correspondence to Minnesota Senators and Representatives on the Transportation Committees.  Some responded to take KIAA response under advisement, and some spoke in favor of KIAA’s position opposing co-location.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn brought a motion to continue to present KIAA’s position opposing co-location to FTA officials in the Chicago office that are working with the Met Council on the alignment.  The board unanimously approved to send a letter.  Shawn will circulate it as an action between meetings for board review and final approval.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette is working to identify a point of contact for the Restorative Justice Program, who would coordinate community service work for the people in the program.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA recognizes Stephen Dean and his long standing contributions to the neighborhood. Kathie Constantine shared that his tailoring business in Downtown Kenwood is expected to close at the end of March.  He kept the neighborhood looking good with the many fine seams, hems, and alterations he provided over his 40 years in business, and we wish him well in retirement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:46 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>January 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met January 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A body was found frozen in the ice in the channel between Lake Calhoun and Lake of the Isles on January 4<sup>th</sup>.  It is not known to be a crime related situation and there is no danger to the public.  Residents are encouraged to demonstrate caution before proceeding to go out on the ice, especially areas that are not designated for winter recreational use.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is on Wednesday January 27<sup>th</sup>, the topic is a preview of the 2016 state legislative session. Senator Dibble among other elected officials are expected to attend.  Please contact Lisa’s office if you plan to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale utility work continues.  Sewer work will be necessary on Vineland Place near the Walker and Sculpture Garden.  Construction updates and road closures are available via Lisa’s office in her email updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Residents are advised that there needs to be a minimum 5 foot clearance on either side of alleys and driveways.  Neighbors are having difficulties accessing driveways and alleys when visitors or residents are parked within 5 feet of one.  This has been a challenge particularly at Kenwood Corner.  If access is blocked, neighbors can call 311 for assistance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed updated KIAA that the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District paid KIAA for the 15 neighborhood Raingarden projects.  KIAA will in turn pay MetroBlooms with these funds, as well as the KIAA share of $1134, approved at the December Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Noise Issues</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Local businesses are advised to ensure that their garbage and recycling services are observing local noise ordinances.  Garbage and recycling are not to be picked up prior to 6AM.  We love our local businesses.  Neighbors observing violations are encouraged to speak to the business owner first, and if unresolved then take a photo of the truck and email KIAA or Lisa Goodman’s office and we will contact the refuse service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt updated KIAA that the next ECLB Committee Meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan 26<sup>th</sup> at 7PM at the Kenwood Community Center.  All are welcome.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will invite Park Police Chief Ohotto to the February meeting to start the dialogue on the strategy for the summer of 2016.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the SWLRT environmental impact statement will not consider impacts of freight rail changes in the Kenilworth Corridor funded by the project, according to a recent email from the Southwest Project Office.  These changes include moving the rail much closer to homes, upgrading the tracks, building a bridge across the Kenilworth Canal, and removing many trees and green spaces.  Further, although the SWLRT project will spend tens of millions of dollars to “co-locate” freight and light rail, the Met Council says it “is not making freight rail permanent” in the Kenilworth Corridor.  KIAA is concerned that the upgraded freight rail infrastructure could encourage more trains at higher speeds, and create additional noise and safety concerns.  KIAA believes the SDEIS is flawed because it does not treat freight as a permanent condition, and therefore adverse impacts are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the section 106 meeting on December 3<sup>rd</sup>.  Section 106 protects historic properties impacted by federally funded projects.  The Kenilworth Channel is protected by section 106.  With input by Michael Schroeder of the MPRB, a bridge design has been agreed upon and the historic WPA retaining walls on the east side of the proposed bridge are now under consideration.  A memorandum of understanding will be developed in the coming months, and KIAA will decide whether or not to sign it when the time comes.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn, on behalf of KIAA, contacted each member of the Minnesota Senate and House Transportation Committees to surface the board’s continued concerns with co-location.  KIAA asked that the $135M of the state portion of the funding be put on hold.  This is to be voted on in the upcoming legislative session.  KIAA maintains that in a time of increased concern over rail safety, co-location of light rail and ethanol trains will pose a continual and sustained danger to the Kenwood neighborhood should there be a derailment. and we remain opposed to co-location.  The Minneapolis City Council, knowing of this risk, has nonetheless approved co-location, so KIAA is appealing to the state level.</li>\r\n	<li>County Commissioner Marion Greene is planning a public meeting on Wednesday, February 3<sup>rd</sup>.  KIAA will post time and place to NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Angie Erdrich will post in Next Door Kenwood a notice to invite neighbors to determine interest for the MetroBlooms Raingarden program for 2016</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lake of the Isles Skating Party is Sunday, January 24<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:38 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>December 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 7th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Larry Moran, Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi, Josine Peters  Also Present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n<h1>Agenda was approved unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since November Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby composed a letter to the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee articulating KIAA concerns that the SDEIS had shortcomings.  These arise from Met Council’s decision to treat freight rail as an “existing condition.” However, the SWLRT proposes creating permanent freight rail infrastructure where only temporary rail exists, and SDEIS failed to properly consider the safety, environmental, vibration, noise, and economic impact of that decision with freight rail as an existing condition.  In the December meeting, KIAA members voted in favor of sending the letter prior to the CMC.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>December 9<sup>th</sup> is the final opportunity for residents to testify at the City Council meeting regarding the 2016 budget and taxes.  Lisa encourages residents to appear in person or email their city representatives to provide testimony and input on how residential tax revenue is generated and spent.  This meeting will be in the past by the time these minutes are published, however residents are notified well in advance of the annual hearing in their Truth in Taxation statements for future tax years.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January.  December 14<sup>th</sup> marks the annual December Later with Lisa event at the Normandy Inn.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work is continuing on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Infrastructure has deteriorated further than expected and the project is approximately 6 weeks behind.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa confirmed that a variance at 2432 Sheridan Ave S was approved by the city.  This was endorsed by KIAA at the November meeting.  KIAA will seek input as broadly as possible for future requests</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed provided prior the meeting a recap of monies received from KIAA members as well as November transactions (expenditures), and these were discussed in the meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>The source of the remainder of Rain Garden funding was discussed.  Jeanette moved to use money from the NRP neighborhood livability Phase II fund.  Passed unanimously.  Mike Bono agreed to ensure that all city requirements were met to utilize that fund.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Resolution regarding Jean Deatrick’s contract – Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jean’s contract is set to expire at the end of the year.  Jean supports KIAA with communication, publication of the minutes, announcements, reimbursements, and other administrative activities.  Mike moved to extend her contract under the same terms until December 31<sup>st</sup> 2016.  Ed seconded the motion.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies\r\n<h1>·         Matt is reaching out to the Park Board to align on proposed activities for summer 2016.  KIAA continues to work on ensuring ECLB will be able to be used safely by all residents.  There will be a public meeting in January to discuss 2016 strategies, date/time/place to be posted on Nextdoor Kenwood.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA increased funding in 2015 to support existing funding from the Park Board et al, and research will be done to understand how much funding will be in place from other sources prior to a KIAA funding commitment for 2016.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Discussion continued from the November meeting regarding engaging state and federal officials over ongoing concerns for rail safety as well as other unaddressed concerns.  KIAA will contact state level transportation bill conferees to raise the concerns before end of year, and then again as State Legislators go back into session in February.  KIAA will also contact Federal Transit officials in advance of final funding of the line to ensure that federal officials are aware of local concerns with regard to safety, environmental, noise, vibration, and economic adverse effects not sufficiently addressed in the SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Metro Blooms is asking if KIAA would be interested in partnering on Rain Gardens again in 2016.  Angie will inform them of KIAA interest, pending gauging neighborhood interest.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:33 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met November 2nd, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since October Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA sent a response to the SWLRT project office regarding SWLRT Section 106 meeting Sept 23<sup>rd</sup>, as it relates to concerns over the traffic study.  There is a discrepancy in the ridership numbers vs SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Variance Request for Peterson Residence, 2432 Sheridan Ave S</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Request made in person by owners to enlarge the structure, extending a less than six foot variance along the property line.  A second variance was requested to extend the garage by five feet closer to the street, which is still within the set back.  Angie motioned to support, Matt to second, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws, Articles – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed changes to KIAA bylaws to modernize them, having consulted with Robert Cooper of the City of Minneapolis legal department.  For example, serving information via email vs paper mail, yet preserving multi modal communication which would include an annual newsletter or mailings at the discretion of KIAA.  Ed moved that KIAA approve the rewritten bylaws which would then be filed with the state, and stored on KIAA’s website.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed then moved to change articles of incorporation to update the registered office of KIAA to the Kenwood Rec Center.  Matt seconded, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Gardens – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved to pay $1134 for KIAA cost share to Metro Blooms (or up to $1200 in case of minor variance in the final invoice).  The costs increased due to decreased participation due to untenable soil conditions or other issues that were not able to be mitigated.  Motion seconded by Jim, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>The raingarden at Kenwood Corner was paid for by the private donations and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  In order to finalize funding, a sign is needed.  The sign will be reviewed as action taken outside the meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         ECLB committee met in October to debrief the year and start planning for next year.  Residents that have ideas for activities for 2016 are encouraged to contact Matt Spies.  2015 saw a tremendous amount of success and KIAA is excited to build on this success but needs continued neighborhood engagement even if there was an increase in usage via activities and a decrease in criminal activity.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Engagement with Anita Tabb and the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board was also discussed as an offline action.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA discussed whether to continue to engage in SWLRT via writing letters to state and federal officials addressing co-location concerns in the Kenilworth Corridor as KIAA was unable to gain support at the city level.  Specifically, to petition state and federal officials to withhold funding due to continuing and increasing concerns over the danger of the co-location of ethanol trains and SWLRT.  Further action to be taken between meetings, but accountability of individual public officials will be the focus, specifically, their knowledge of the risks, and how they plan to vote, is the plan of action via written correspondence.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood general community update.  Jeanette will encourage CM Greene to have the meeting, KIAA will not formally participate.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:43 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 5th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich.\r\n\r\nOthers present:  CM Lisa Goodman, Marc Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), 2 other attendees\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The September lunch with Lisa had over 75 attendees to hear about the Nicollet Mall renovation.  At the October Lunch with Lisa Wed Oct 21<sup>st</sup>, to commemorate the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, State Senator Steve Simon will speak about the Voting Rights Act.  Room 334 of the St Thomas Law School.  All are welcome to attend, please RSVP in advance to Lisa’s office.</li>\r\n	<li>Fall street sweeping will start on October 20<sup>th</sup>.  Please watch for parking restrictions.  Social media will be used to communicate dates.</li>\r\n	<li>Cedar Lake Parkway will be repaved – from 394 to the BNSF bridge.  It will start October 19<sup>th</sup>, last 6 days, and be a complete closure.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding variances and tear downs.  Neighbors are encouraged to review variance proposals with KIAA board so the board can be aware of variance requests.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed attended to any previously discussed financial compliance and efficiency concerns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed that bylaws be examined and modernized.  For example, the bylaws state that minutes must be maintained in a book.  However, now electronic copies are preferred to minimize paper waste.  Also that 1<sup>st</sup> class mail is used for communications, and now electronic notice is more economical and more efficient.  There was also a discussion on how to document action (votes) taken outside of meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark re-requested funding from KIAA for a rechargeable sound system to be used for neighborhood programming, at a cost of $2200.  Motion to fund passed with two abstentions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Hennepin Lake Community Wine Tasting Fundraiser – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is selling tickets to the event which is being held on Wed October 28<sup>th</sup>.  Advance ticket sales benefit KIAA.  Please email Jeanette Colby; email is available on the KIAA website.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>It was noted that each member of the City Council, Mayor Hodges, and Peter Wagenius received a copy of the KIAA SDEIS with a request to require more information regarding mitigation, co-location, and construction concerns prior to granting municipal consent.  However, there was no response to KIAA from the Mayor or the Council and all city council members voted the same as prior municipal consent.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood Q/A meeting for any outstanding questions regarding the SWLRT project.  Jeanette and Shawn will post to Nextdoor Kenwood this opportunity to have a dialogue, to gauge neighborhood interest.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette outlined the finding to the Section 106 Traffic Study.  The finding in the study was that there would not be substantial changes to traffic near historic 106 properties.  The findings of the study appear to be inconsistent with the SDEIS statements regarding how many riders will use the 21<sup>st</sup> St Station and how riders will access the station.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will draft a letter to state and federal officials highlighting the danger of co-location of ethanol trains and high voltage LRT wires in the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Announcements/New Business – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee continues to meet monthly.  Meetings are posted to Nextdoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>Thrill Kenwood is Saturday October 24<sup>th</sup>, at 3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, November 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSeptember 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met September 14th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Park Police Chief Ohotto, Mark Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), Jean Deatrich (Hill and Lakes), and 6 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>September Agenda was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Recognition for Kathy Low for her participation in KIAA and to Larry Moran for Chairing KIAA for the past three years.</li>\r\n	<li>It was agreed that a November KIAA newsletter will be published and mailed.  Articles will be needed and will need to be sent to Jean Deatrich.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich led a discussion regarding the final cost of the Raingarden Project, which will be finalized at a future date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Bylaw and Finance Update – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that he will put together a list of proposed bylaw changes that were discussed at the July KIAA meeting to be submitted.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed gave an overview of committed and past spending as a follow up to the account balance update emailed prior to the meeting.  It was determined to maintain one KIAA account going forward, instead of two, and Ed named some follow up tasks that he would tend to in order to ensure KIAA is compliant with the city policy, and it was also determined to maintain a May 31<sup>st</sup> fiscal year end and coincide with the annual election of the KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark requested funding from KIAA for the replacement of 3 picnic tables and a sound system.  A vote was deferred until ownership of the space where the picnic tables is housed could be confirmed.  Additionally, it was suggested that the Rec Center request funding from the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto/Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Chief Ohotto shared that police reports for ECLB were 69 in 2015 vs 2014 last year.  Most reports were misdemeanors.  He attributes the reduction to Matt Spies and his task force and the community involvement at the beach, as well as concerned residents calling 911 when incidents occurred.  Chief Ohotto recommended continued KIAA-funded hours and activities moving forward.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Subcommittee Meeting is on October 13<sup>th</sup> at 7PM, Kenwood Rec Center.  Residents are encouraged to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Permit Parking was discussed as a deterrent.  There is a Next Door thread discussing a petition to request it to deter beach attendance.  KIAA in the past has recommended that this is not a viable solution to deter crime, however agreed that the SubCommittee should reevaluate this as a solution to ensure that any recommendation reflects current views.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Amanda Vallone - beArtrageous</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda on behalf of beArtrageous proposed some activities for ECLB for 2016.  Activities would be for residents of all ages:  potlucks, craft parties, coffee and sunset gatherings, etc.  Activities would be funded by CPP or participants.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda requested funding from KIAA to fund Thrill Kenwood on October 24<sup>th</sup>.  The activity is a neighborhood dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at the corner of Penn and 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Proceeds go to Bridge for Youth, and emergency Shelter for for 10-17 year old youth.  KIAA approved $800 to fund the event, about 40% of the budget.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>MPRB Ice Rink Warming Hut – Cliff Swenson/Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>MPRB is considering updating the warming hut (without disruption to the footprint or skating area) at Lake of the Isles and across other rinks in the park system.  MPRB is beginning the process of informing city boards about the redesign, and if the project moves forward there would be a community engagement process in the future.  Goal is to have the project done by Fall 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Jeanette Colby/Shawn Smith/Jody Strakosch</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody updated from the Community Advisory Committee, which met recently and the Project Office is proceeding as if they have full funding.  Jody asked that the key elements of the project be a standing topic on the agenda going forward, including co-location, noise, vibration, etc.  Meetings occur the 4<sup>th</sup> Thursday of every month.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette offered to contact County Commissioner Marion Greene to see if we would conduct a public hearing to ask questions.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA agreed to distribute the SDEIS response to additional public officials.  The purpose is to gain support to get answers to those questions posed in the response, submitted to the Project Office in July 2015, that have yet to be answered.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, October 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met July 6th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Lisa Goodman, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee and KIAA Board Member-Elect), Jean Deatrick, and 2 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby nominated Matt Spies to the board and his appointment was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City of Minneapolis Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be August 26<sup>th</sup>.  Topic is TBD and Lisa is seeking input on ideas of broad interest to the ward.</li>\r\n	<li>NextDoor Kenwood will be increasingly used by the city for announcements and crime alerts, so neighbors are encouraged to sign up for the site.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion regarding street paving and repair.  Lisa encourages neighbors to call 3-1-1 to report any potholes in need of fill.  Major repaving for roads in need of repair could result in a potentially significant tax assessment for property owners on the street repaired.</li>\r\n	<li>Because of the buffer zone around parkland, it was emphasized that feral cats are not allowed in much of the Kenwood neighborhood, and should be reported to animal control.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report/Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Year end financial recaps were circulated to KIAA board members prior to the July meeting.  The balance sheet will be attached to the CPP annual report to be sent to the city.  KIAA fiscal year runs from June 1 to May 31 due to the timing of the election of the board in May.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA bylaws have not been updated in several years.  Ed offered to chair a subcommittee to review where updates should be made to allow more relevant communication methods, eg allowing electronic communication vs by US Mail.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP Annual Report – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the KIAA 2014 CPP Annual report be approved and sent to the city, and the motion was unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Dinkytown Historic Commercial Preservation – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The city is voting July 10<sup>th</sup> regarding preservation of the Dinkytown business district.  KIAA will circulate the letter from the preservation group should Kenwood residents wish to show support.  KIAA will not file a formal support with the city but voted to send a statement to the City Council in support of the Marcy Holmes Neighborhood Association (Dinkytown) in its adherence to its neighborhood small area plan.  Small area plans are developed with broad community input and may put parameters on developers to preserve neighborhood history and aesthetics.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Uptown Neighborhoods Working Group (UNWG) – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Per UNWG request, Josine attended the recent meeting of the working group and will provide input into the decisions and discussions related to the Uptown neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Raingardens Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The installations of raingardens in Kenwood continue to have interest in the neighborhood and Angie will continue to provide input and updates to Metro Blooms and KIAA.  20 Residences are approved to be funded by Metro Blooms and KIAA.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log Rolling continues to be a popular event – future dates will be announced on NextDoor Kenwood.  Open Water Swimming, sponsored by YWCA, is rolling out this summer.</li>\r\n	<li>Pledges have been raised for $1350 to fund a pop-up Adventure Park, 3 events to occur this summer.  Matt requested $750 in funding from KIAA to reach the goal of $3000 and for a fund to be established to be administered by KIAA to house the funding as it is collected.  Jeanette so moved and the motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Crime and Safety – Chief Ohotto provided an update in advance of the meeting that crime is down from prior years.  There are still some incidents that have required police response but of less frequency and severity vs prior summers.  Ed Pluimer reminded the board that $8K was allocated for increased police patrols this summer.  KIAA will continue to evaluate the effectiveness of the expenditure.</li>\r\n	<li>The next ECLB subcommittee meeting will be July 14<sup>th</sup> at Kenwood Rec Center and will be published on NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Supplementary Draft EIS Response – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS response was submitted to the board for review prior to the meeting.  There was a general discussion regarding edits related to construction impacts, property values.  Angie moved to approve the response with amendments, and the motion passed unanimously.  The amendments to increase the focus on the response relating to construction short term impacts (noise, vibration, road damage).  The KIAA response will be submitted to the Met Council, and a response will be requested, by the July 21<sup>st</sup> deadline.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Investing in Neighborhood Parks/Closing the Gap – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Minneapolis Park and Rec Board is conducting neighborhood hearings through late September to discuss the current state of Minneapolis Parks and those in need of repairs that may have been deferred.  Please see the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board for dates on upcoming hearings.  You can also email <a href=\"mailto:closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org\">closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org</a> for information and input.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, August 3rd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>June 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 1st, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and Jean Deatrich, and 3 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in June or July.  The next will be August 6<sup>th</sup>, topic is TBD.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa is sending out a weekly downtown event and construction alert including sporting and arts events and street closures.  Future emails will include the reconstruction of Hennepin at Lyndale, Nicollet Mall Reconstruction, etc. Residents can sign up for the weekly Friday email by emailing Lisa’s office.  She is hopeful that the information will help residents and visitors get around town a little easier with all the construction and exciting downtown events.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Streets events are starting, sponsored by the city and the Bicycle Coalition.  There will be road closures and roads will be open to pedestrians and bikers.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.openstreetsmpls.com/\">www.openstreetsmpls.com</a> for more information.</li>\r\n	<li>With the warm weather approaching, residents are advised to keep garages and homes locked when not home.  This will deter crimes of opportunity.  Also, keep valuables out of sight in your car, and keep your car locked even when it is in your garage.  Residents are encouraged to call 911 if you see any suspicious activity.  This will help control crimes of opportunity.</li>\r\n	<li>The City and the Park Board advise to water trees regularly, and advise against pruning ash trees, which can spread the Emerald Ash borer.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update (ECLB, “Hidden Beach”) – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Activities are being planned to increase resident usage of the beach.  Activities will mainly be sponsored by a 3<sup>rd</sup> party, not the Park Board or City.  Matt will submit an article to Hill and Lakes Press with more information in an upcoming issue.</li>\r\n	<li>The first log roll was held on Saturday May 30th with about 25 attendees.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Lake Swimming is in the planning stages, similar Lake Nokomis Open Swim.  The intent is to give residents the opportunity to swim in open water for exercise and triathlon training.  Also for trained swimmers that do not have access to a pool.  The open swim events will be managed by the YMCA.</li>\r\n	<li>Other events are being planned, such as morning meditations, arts events, and more.  Announcements will be shared via the Nextdoor Kenwood website, so please sign up for the site for alerts on upcoming events.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is working to see if a sign can be secured to post at the entrance of the beach area announcing the schedule of activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is doing an amazing job leading the ECLB subcommittee and KIAA appreciates his dedication and effort to bring fun activities to ECLB for everyone.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low outlined the revised neighborhood priority plan that was drafted to direct activities and advise the expenditure of Community Participation Program funds.  Changes to the former plan were advised in response to a recent survey of residents and ongoing KIAA priorities.  Kathy did not seek re-election and was handing the work off to the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Included in the plan is SWLRT work, additional police patrols for ECLB, monthly newsletter, and neighborhood programming activities.</li>\r\n	<li>The final revised plan will be submitted to the city and put on record in the KIAA archives.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS is now published which reflects co-location of Light Rail and Freight Rail.  LRT Done Right is drafting a response to the SDEIS (Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement).  Jeanette Colby proposed that KIAA utilize the LRT Done Right as a foundation to the response for KIAA.  The responses are due by July 6<sup>th</sup> unless an extension is granted.  KIAA will draft a response representative of views expressed by residents and an evaluation of the SDEIS.  Any resident can review the SDEIS at <a href=\"http://www.metrocouncil.org/\">www.metrocouncil.org</a>.  Residents are encouraged to review environmental findings and mitigation plans and provide input to the Met Council directly.  The City of Minneapolis and Park Board are each planning to submit a response to the SDEIS in addition to those of LRT Done Right and KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to be involved with the Citizens Advisory Committee.  KIAA did not support co-location of freight and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor, but will focus the feedback on mitigation that is needed as determined by the board for safety, vibration, noise, light, and economic potential adverse effects on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of KIAA Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby was elected to Chair of the Board.  Ed Pluimer was re-elected as Treasurer.  Larry Moran was elected Vice Chair, to help oversee that transition of the position of Chair to Jeanette.  Shawn Smith was re-elected to Secretary.  The website will be updated by Jean Deatrich to reflect the officers for the next annual period.  It was noted that new members will be needed to continue the work of the board as some members have served for several terms and new resident participation is needed for succession planning.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2015 KIAA 4<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA had its 4<sup>th</sup> annual gathering on May 5<sup>th</sup> in Downtown Kenwood, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">In attendance were the KIAA board, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene, MPRB Anita Tabb, Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, 8 serving board members up for re-election, and approximately 80 neighbors.</p>\r\nThe gathering began at 6PM. The weather was great and everyone enjoyed complimentary Red Wagon Pizza and beverages provided by KIAA. Janet Hallaway from The Bridge for Youth was available to answer questions regarding her organization and to take donations. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM. He stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year: SWLRT work including work on the CAC and mitigation of potential adverse effects to the neighborhood, support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Movies in the Park, Kenwood Carnival, and the Skating Party. He also introduced Matt Spies, who leads the subcommittee working to address concerns over East Cedar Lake “Hidden” Beach. Angie Erdrich gave an update on the Raingarden to be constructed at Kenwood Corner in August 2015.\r\n\r\nLarry introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to himself: Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Ed Pluimer, and Shawn Smith. Larry made the motion for re-election, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood. If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us. If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> April 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">The KIAA Board met April 6, 2015, at Kenwood Rec Center.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Board Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Others present: Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and other Kenwood residents</p>\r\n\r\n<h1><strong>7th Ward Update - City Council Member Lisa Goodman </strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping on most north/south streets will be the week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; east/west streets and the remaining north/south streets will be the week of April 20<sup>th</sup>. Yard waste pickup begins week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; use compostable bags or yard waste containers.</li>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be on Wednesday April 29<sup>th</sup>. Olga Viso, Executive Director of the Walker Art Center, will give an in-depth look at the Walker’s $75 million renovation plans, including the Sculpture Garden and improvements to the hill and along Vineland Place. As usual, please arrive between 11:30 - 11:45 am to get lunch and a seat for the program.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa Goodman is also arranging a visit to the Minneapolis Emergency Operations Center the week of May 4<sup>th</sup> for interested residents. The Center was moved to Fridley and improved after the 35W bridge collapse. Space will be limited. Notice will be sent to anyone who is signed up for her regular notices by email. (Email her office if you would like to be added to her distribution list.)</li>\r\n	<li>Some qualified residents of CIDNA and Lowry Hill have volunteered to be on the Kenilworth Station Art and Landscape Committee that will look at station area design for some of the Minneapolis Southwest Light Rail stations. Selections will be made soon; contact Lisa Goodman’s office if anyone else is interested. KIAA expressed the strong interest in having this committee consider ways that the presence of a station could have a positive impact on problems at East Cedar Lake beach. Lisa Goodman thinks the committee will be focused only on the station design.</li>\r\n	<li>The owners of 1800 Lake/Knox project have stopped pumping water from the basement of the building into Lake Calhoun in accordance with the consent decree.</li>\r\n	<li>The City’s composting program has started; organics can be taken to drop-off sites listed at <a href=\"http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996\">http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996</a>. One of the drop-off sites is the South Transfer Station, 2850 20th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55407. Organics pick up will start in April 2016 for the Kenwood neighborhood. Homeowners will be charged for the service whether they sign up for pick up or not.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The East Cedar Lake Beach KIAA subcommittee recently met and also conducted an online survey. Survey results will be posted on NextDoor; there was interest in log-rolling, which could be once/week in partnership with the maker of synthetic logs who lives in the area, as well as point-to-point swimming across Cedar Lake. The Park Board indicated that they would be supportive of this swimming by providing a lifeguard and allowing this activity, which normally is prohibited.</li>\r\n	<li>The subcommittee discussed that the Park Police are best situated to determine when to deploy extra policing funded by KIAA. Josine Peters introduced a resolution to allocate an additional $3,000 (when added to the previously approved $5,000, for a total of $8,000) of remaining KIAA NRP funds to the Police Buy-Back contract with the City. Jack Levi seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Another idea for positive programming at the Beach is a canoe paddle derby. Jeanette Colby has confirmed the details for one KIAA-sponsored event for all ages: the Open Eye Figure Theatre Driveway Tour will be on Friday, June 5th at 7 p.m. at East Cedar Lake Beach. Residents are invited to picnic and enjoy an innovative puppet show. Jeanette Colby introduced a resolution approving $400 for the event; Kathy Low seconded and it passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Long-term solutions to the problems at the Beach were also discussed at the subcommitee’s recent meeting. Some of the Park Board’s ideas to be considered in the future include fixing up trails and constructing restrooms. <strong>The</strong> suggestion that a CAC be formed as a forum for discussing these kinds of changes was met with enthusiasm.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>SWLRT Discussion - Kathy Low</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy provided an update on the 106 review (environmental review process re: adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties in the neighborhood). KIAA continues to use the PVN consulting firm to assist in our role as consulting party in this process. Kathy proposed a resolution to approve a contract with PVN for 2015 and to add $2,000 to the contract with the City using Neighborhood Priority Plan funds to cover this cost. The consultant will discuss with KIAA what scope of work is requested for each future meeting. It is possible that CIDNA will share in the cost of the consultant’s time to prepare and attend meetings<strong>.</strong> The motion was seconded and carried unanimously. Kathy will attend the next 106 meeting on April 22<sup>nd</sup> and KIAA will seek a new representative for future meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>KIAA Annual Gathering – Angie Erdrich, Ed Pluimer</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> outside the downtown Kenwood businesses on West 21<sup>st</sup> Street beginning at 6 pm. BeARTrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Ed proposed a resolution to allocate $100 each to help with expenses those two businesses will incur as well as funds to cover other KIAA expenses for supplies for the event. Kathy Low seconded and the resolution passed unanimously. Delicious individually-prepared pizza will be prepared on site by Red Wagon Pizza. There will be a brief presentation by Chair Larry Moran at 6:30 describing KIAA activities. The 2015-2016 KIAA board will then be elected: new board members are needed and encouraged to attend. Last year was a huge success and all residents are welcome. Donations to the Bridge for Youth will be accepted.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:25 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, May 4th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on 21<sup>st</sup> Street in front of the Kenwood businesses as described above. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident in each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kiaa55405@gmail.com.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met March 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee), Dr. Eric Larson, and 6 other attendees and neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>No Update this month</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto provided an update on how KIAA funding was utilized in the summer of 2014 beach season. A total of 93 hours were utilized by park police for a budget cost of $6084, over the authorization of $5000 by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Most offenses at ECLB are due to narcotics and alcohol. Submitted for the minutes was a 10 year recap of police reports. 2014 had 101 reports written (not necessarily arrests)</li>\r\n	<li>Chief would like to continue to have “buy back” patrols in 2015 and to have funding in place before June for proactive presence at the beach. The Chief’s recommendation was to have an officer present from 11AM till 4PM on scheduled days (from buy back funding), so as not to double up coverage that is regularly scheduled after 2PM till 10PM, based on availability. He also recommended the board reach out to the 5<sup>th</sup> Precinct City Attorney for partnership in increasing awareness of repeat offenders. Further, to reach out to Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams for support.</li>\r\n	<li>Preceding the recommendation of the Hidden Beach task force, which will be provided to KIAA later in March, Jeanette Colby made a motion to authorize $5000 initially pending the recommendation of the committee (to be finalized March 17<sup>th</sup> at the rec center at 6:30, public welcome) and to be revisited at a later date in case extra funding is needed due to ideas that come from the task force. Josine Peters seconded. Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Larry Moran provided an update from the Community Advisory Committee meeting (Jody Strakosch is the neighborhood CAC representative), which occurs the last Tuesday of each month. Topics included Development Reviews, Community Works, and Design and Engineering. The primary issue was the SDEIS which will be delayed until late Spring or early summer, or later. This is important as SDEIS would speak to the environmental impact of co-location of freight and LRT in the Kenilworth Corridor with a single tunnel. Once complete, the public will have a 45 day period to comment.</li>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low provided an update on the 106 review (adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties). In December, KIAA sent a letter outlining concerns on this topic. MnDot agreed to expedite traffic studies to assess impact of project. It remains unclear what, if any, mitigation will be done to mitigate potential adverse impacts on historic properties. Motion carried unanimously for Kathy Low to send the letter regarding KIAA position on the channel. Motion also carried unanimously to authorize an additional $500 to pay the consultants PVN to help KIAA prepare a response letter to the most recent 106 consultation meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>Dr. Eric Larson, neighbor, addressed the board regarding the transportation of flammable liquids through the Kenilworth Corridor alongside SWLRT. He sent a letter to Fire Chief Fruetel asking him to explore the inherent danger of, and a plan to manage and mitigate the damage in the event of a spill or fire resulting from an ethanol train accident. Construction of the shallow tunnel will occur 12 feet from the freight rail track. Motion carried unanimously to endorse the letter.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn Smith made a motion to update, sign on behalf of KIAA, and send a letter to Senator Dibble recapping the discussion on outstanding questions on SWLRT from the last two meetings, to outline where information is needed and outstanding concerns that are not addressed. Seconded by Josine, carried unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Sculpture Garden Renovation – Josine Peters (minutes addendum)</h1>\r\n<strong>Statement:</strong>\r\n\r\nAs part of the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden renovation, the Walker Art Center will temporarily remove most sculptures. Many will be in storage, but others will be on short- or long-term loan to a number of Twin Cities institutions so that the public can still enjoy them during the construction project. The Walker is still in conversation with these potential partners and is identifying particular works for relocation. No official decisions have been made.\r\n\r\nOne thing we know for certain is that the Frank Gehry <em>Standing Fish</em> will be relocated from the Cowles Conservatory in order to reimagine that particular space. A formal announcement will be made in early 2015 announcing the relocation of specific artworks and their locations.\r\n\r\nMore information can be found on Minneapolisparks.org. Search under “current projects”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Carnival</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Motion carried unanimously to authorize $750 Kenwood Carnival.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> in front of the Kenwood Restaurant, 6-7:30. BeArtrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Food will be Red Wagon Pizza. New prospective board members are welcome. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Volunteers are Needed for Earth Day Cleanup.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meet on Saturday, April 25<sup>th</sup> at the Kenwood Rec Center. 9:30-noon. More info to come in April.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>February 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met February 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; 4 neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1>Lunch with Lisa on Feb 25<sup>th</sup> and the topic is TBD at the time of this meeting. There will be a communication shortly to provide interested residents the time, place and topic. The last lunch was well attended with a speaker from the Youth Homelessness Initiative.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There is a wrecking permit pulled for a residence at 2536 Upton S for a replacement house.</li>\r\n	<li>Property valuation notices for 2015 have been mailed to residents. If residents would like to have a review for equalization of their property value, it must be done at this time. If you believe your property is not correctly assessed, please refer to the City of Minneapolis website for instructions. You will need to pull your own comparative properties and submit an application for review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update, Section 106 Review (potential affects of SWLRT on historic properties) – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that the next SWLRT section 106 consultation meeting is 2/6. KIAA will attend the meeting along with the other consulting parties; SWLRT project staff, the State Historic Preservation Office, City of Minneapolis, the Park Board, CIDNA, and others. This meeting concerns solely the impact on the historical Kenilworth Channel crossing. Adverse effects on neighborhood historic properties from construction as well as operation of the trains and related traffic will continue to be the top focus of KIAA at future 106 meetings. Jeanette Colby motioned to approve $500 for the KIAA retained consultants Preservation Design Works to attend the meeting, Josine Peters seconded. The motion was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a follow up discussion led by Larry Moran regarding the need for specifics from the SW Project office for what to expect in 2015 on the project to be able to inform residents and how best to obtain that information. Suggestions that were made would be finalized after the meeting as a follow up but included contacting representatives to request their attention to any concerns that are not being addressed.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Larry Moran</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA task force is continuing to work on solutions for the 2015 beach season. The importance of continuity was stressed for a neighborhood strategy to address neighborhood concerns regarding the beach. If KIAA funds extra park police patrols in 2015, KIAA would work with funding recipients to align on how the money would be spent, and would look to include Chief Ohotto and Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams in the conversations. Jack Levi to follow up with Kathy Williams for an update from the task force on long term strategies and next steps.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> January 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 5, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Vice Chair Mike Bono called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; Dan Pennie, Anne Carayon, Dylan Thomas (SW Journal), Jean Deatrick (Hill and Lakes Press), Bruce Brunner, Donna Minter, Jody Strakosch\r\n\r\n7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman\r\n<h1><em> </em>Lunch with Lisa on Jan 28<sup>th</sup> will feature a Youth Homelessness speaker. RSVP to Lisa’s office is appreciated.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>SWLRT. There will be CIDNA, KIAA, Bryn Mawr, and Cedar Lake Park Association representation on committees regarding the W 21<sup>st</sup> St and Penn Ave stations. The city is seeking individuals with landscape architecture experience to serve on the committees and give input on environmental mitigation and remediation strategies.</li>\r\n	<li>A CIDNA homeowner described damage to homes on Sunset Blvd from the recent Met Council sewer reconstruction project. The Met Council and its contractor have not satisfactorily addressed the homeowners’ property damage claims according to the testimonial. Kathy Low brought forth a resolution for discussion, similar to one recently passed by CIDNA, requesting that the Met Council revise processes to resolve damage disputes and compensate property owners who suffer damage due to Met Council projects, especially in light of the proposed SWLRT construction. Discussion on how to engage state and city leadership is an issue that is common to neighborhoods at risk of damage by construction, for the agenda of a January 21<sup>st</sup> meeting. Kathy Low moved for approval of the resolution. Jeanette Colby seconded. Unanimously passed and final version was published to KIAA post-meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that on 1/7 the Park Board will vote on two resolutions – 1) request approval of funding to complete a study of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel for SWLRT 2) a letter to the FTA stating that input from the Park Board has not been duly considered (note: the Park Board subsequently voted to approve these motions in the 1/7 meeting). In the board’s materials for discussion is the KIAA Section 106 letter (which is in regard to the adverse effects of construction on historic districts or properties). This letter was approved between KIAA monthly meetings. There was a general discussion regarding upcoming opportunities for neighborhood input, potentially coordinating input with CIDNA and Cedar Lake Park Association, and the reliability of the funding for above mentioned mitigation strategies.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Property Resolution – Kathy Low</h1>\r\nHidden Beach Committee\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike Bono surfaced the discussion of the formation of a KIAA committee to proactively handle concerns for Hidden Beach. The committee chair description was developed by Chair Larry Moran prior to the meeting and was reviewed by the board members present. Angie Erdrich offered to get input on the draft description from Kathy Williams and the Hidden Beach committee she chairs currently.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nKIAA Annual Gathering\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The date of the Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. Preparations are underway and more details are to come. All neighbors are encouraged to join in the annual celebration of our neighborhood, and participate in the election of the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nRain Gardens\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich shared that 20 residents had applied for raingardens. A huge win for the</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>The Rain Garden grant is through Metro Blooms.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Addendum:</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The City of Minneapolis Public Works Department, after consultation with the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board, is working with a contractor to install a temporary diversion of the stormwater system from an outfall pipe in the Lagoon (between Lake of the Isles and Lake Calhoun) to the north shoreline of Lake Calhoun.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWork on the installation begain last week and is expected to be completed by January 16.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Mike Bono at 8:39 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<table width=\"640\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"9\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"4\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n&nbsp;','KIAA','','inherit','closed','closed','','1607-revision-10','','','2017-10-14 12:01:12','2017-10-14 17:01:12','',1607,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/10/14/1607-revision-10/',0,'revision','',0),(1639,2,'2017-11-20 17:56:23','2017-11-20 23:56:23','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(click on a topic below to view)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#what\">What is KIAA?</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#message\">Message from KIAA Chair</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#listing\">Listing of Board Members</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#join\">Join a Committee</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#support\">Support Our Neighborhood</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#minutes\">KIAA Board Meeting Minutes</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Bylaws_2011.pdf\">KIAA bylaws (click for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-EEO-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA EEO Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-ADA-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA ADA Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/KIAA-Grievance-Procedure1.docx\">KIAA Grievance Procedure</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"what\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>What is KIAA ?</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Isles Area Association</strong> <strong></strong>is a volunteer organization of Kenwood residents who, since 1962, have worked together in a collaborative effort to address issues and matters related to maintaining and improving the quality of life in our neighborhood. The neighborhood-elected Board of Directors generally meets the 1st Monday of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. These meetings are open to the public. The topics of discussion include:\r\n\r\nA City Council update from Lisa Goodman, our City Council representative\r\n\r\nA Treasurer’s report\r\n\r\nCommittee updates\r\n\r\nOther neighborhood updates/news\r\n\r\nWe invite you to attend our meetings and to become involved in the neighborhood by joining the Board or serving on one of our committees: Communications, Crime and Safety, Events/Special Projects, Light Rail Transit (LRT), Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP), and Zoning.\r\n\r\nWe also invite you to participate in our neighborhood events which include:\r\n\r\nThe City of Lakes Loppet and neighborhood skating party in late January/early February\r\n\r\nOur annual neighborhood meeting in May\r\n\r\nSpecial events in Kenwood Park during the summer\r\n\r\nThe Twin Cities Marathon in early October.\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA Mission Statement</strong> – To build a strong community in the Kenwood-Isles area by providing leadership, information on local matters, and a forum for issues resolution.\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Mascot</strong>, Egret (Why the Egret you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Color</strong>, Red (Why red you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\"><img title=\"egret-red\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"448\" height=\"261\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"listing\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Shawn Smith (Chair)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Larry Moran (Vice Chair) </strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Jack Levi (Secretary)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:jack@levicapital.com\">jack@levicapital.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Matthew Spies (Treasurer)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>matthew.spies@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Michael Bono</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:mbono@brocade.com\">mbono@brocade.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Mark Brown</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:pluim2020@aol.com\">M</a>ark@AcceleratedInnovations.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong><a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><a href=\"mailto:angie_sandeep@yahoo.com\">angie_sandeep@yahoo.c</a>om\r\n\r\n<strong>Carl Goldstein</strong>\r\n\r\ncarl@wordsonfire.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Kyle Leier</strong>\r\n\r\nKyleier@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeremy Nichols</strong>\r\n\r\njsn@umn.edu\r\n\r\n<strong>Will Stensrud</strong>\r\n\r\nwillstensrud@gmail.com\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div><strong>Join a Committee</strong> – The <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> would love to have more neighborhood participation on our standing committees. We need your ideas on how to make the <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> even better and more relevant to everyone in the neighborhood. Any one who lives or owns property in the Kenwood neighborhood is eligible to join. If you are interested in participating, please contact any of the committee members listed:</div>\r\n<table width=\"810\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Communications </strong>(Chair is vacant) –This committee works toward better communication among neighbors, KIAA Board members, and other organizations and entities. It also works to promote the Kenwood neighborhood.Responsibilities include:</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Publishing the semi-annual KIAA newsletter and monthly e-newsletter</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the KIAA web site</li>\r\n	<li>Creating/maintaining the neighborhood welcome kit</li>\r\n	<li>Developing communication materials and methods</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the neighborhood e-mail distribution list</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong> Chair is Mark Johnson – <a href=\"mailto:mjruns26@gmail.com\">mjruns26@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee works to promote safety in the Kenwood neighborhood.Goals include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Keeping the community safe</li>\r\n	<li>Educating residents about safety issues</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating information about crimes in the area in a timely and accurate manner</li>\r\n	<li>Recruiting block leaders</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining a relationship with the Minneapolis Police Dept. and Crime Prevention Specialist</li>\r\n	<li>For more information or to subscribe to the quarterly e-newsletter for our precinct (the 5th) visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>or text SPOTLIGHT to 22828.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Events/Special Projects</strong> Chair is Amy Lucas – <a href=\"mailto:amylucas@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">amymlucas@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee plans neighborhood events and works with the Kenwood Recreation Center staff and other neighborhood associations to co-sponsor events. It also addresses issues of current interest to neighborhood residents and ensures KIAA representation on community task forces.Some of the annual events coordinated by this committee are:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Skating party</li>\r\n	<li>Earth day/community cleanup day</li>\r\n	<li>Neighborhood Annual Meeting</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>LRT</strong> Chair is Jeanette Colby – <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\" target=\"_blank\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\nHennepin County and the Met Council are planning a light rail line (SWLRT) between Eden Prairie and downtown Minneapolis that would run along the Kenilworth Trail through the Kenwood neighborhood. KIAA has taken an active role in advocating for high design standards and mitigation that protect our parks and neighborhood.Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Attending community meetings</li>\r\n	<li>Drafting resolutions</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with the KIAA Board and neighbors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong></strong><strong>NRP </strong>Chair position is vacant\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as liaison with the Minneapolis Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) and with the new Minneapolis Neighborhood &amp; Community Relations (NCR) Department.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Management of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Solicitation of neighborhood projects to be recipients of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Completion of required paperwork</li>\r\n	<li>Development and implementation of our NRP Phase II plan</li>\r\n	<li>Communication with NRP staff and neighborhood activists citywide regarding NRP matters</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and written materials required by new Minneapolis NCR Department</li>\r\n	<li>Frequent updates regarding NRP and Minneapolis NCR/NCEC matters at KIAA Board meetings</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Zoning</strong> Chair is Larry Moran – <a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as the liaison between neighborhood homeowners seeking variances or conditional use permits and the KIAA Board.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Responding to neighbor’s questions regarding neighborhood zoning rules</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating the variance or conditional use permit process to neighbors</li>\r\n	<li>Meeting with neighbors to review any variance or conditional use permit requests</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with Minneapolis zoning and planning officials</li>\r\n	<li>Presenting requests for variances or conditional use permits to the KIAA Board</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"support\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Support Our Neighborhood – </strong>Your membership helps<strong> KIAA</strong> support neighborhood projects and events. Click on the link below to download a PDF of the membership form, then print out the form:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?attachment_id=113\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-113\">KIAA_Membership form (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform.gif\"><img title=\"KIAA Membership Form\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform-150x150.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<p align=\"left\"></p>\r\nNovember 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Prior to the public meeting, at 6:30pm, a closed pre-meeting was held where the current contractor/consultant role and candidates were discussed.  No recommendation was made to the full board.</p>\r\n Also, a motion to approve up to $75 for cookies for the winter ice skating party on Lake of the Isles was approved between meetings by email on 11/1/2017.\r\n\r\nKIAA Board met on 11/06/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Mike Bono, Carl Goldstein, Jeremy Nichols, Mark Brown.\r\n\r\nAbsent: Kyle Leier\r\n\r\nThe Agenda was approved unanimously\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong><strong></strong>\r\n\r\nStreet sweeping is ongoing; please remind neighbors not to rake the leaves from their yard to the curb. The last day for yard waste is Tuesday 11/14/17.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Allina now is making grants available for their Neighborhood Health Connection program; KIAA falls into the category that makes it eligible for this grant and may want to apply to support East Cedar Beach activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Wednesday, November 29 is the date for the City of Minneapolis budget hearing for 2018 at the City Council meeting; please call in advance if you want to come to the meeting to provide public testimony.</li>\r\n	<li>A short term rental ordinance is forthcoming. It would apply to Airbnb or anyone who wants to rent their homes; if the sharing economy is the future, it must be fairly regulated. The regulation is summarized as follows:  If you live in your house, there is no limit as to how many rooms you can rent and you pay no fee. If you don’t live in the house, but you are there sometimes you pay a fee of $46/year. If you don’t live in the house and renting it, the property must be registered and a rental license is necessary.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Community Oven –</strong><strong> Rico Morales, Angie Erdrich</strong><strong></strong>\r\n\r\nKingfield built a community oven and they keep it on the grounds of the communities’ Center for Performing Arts Building; the purpose of this oven is to foster community building. It has been successful. Rico, who is behind the Kingfield project is suggesting that KIAA could have a temporary oven (one that can be assembled and then dismantled) to reduce the food expense for KIAA’s annual meeting. However, this still puts the burden of the food as well as the labor to install and cook, on KIAA. After considering this possibility, KIAA does not believe that this is a viable option.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Warming House on Lake of the Isles – Shawn Smith:</strong><strong></strong>\r\n\r\nA committee of East Isles Residents’ Association is advancing a project to renovate and “refresh” the Lake of the Isles warming house. They would use about $25,000 in NRP funds to paint, install a new metal roof, and replace windows and doors.  EIRA’s budget is not enough to fund other improvements, such as new carpeting or outdoor decking.  These would bring the total cost of renovation to $39,950.  EIRA approached KIAA to ask if KIAA would consider funding part of these expenses.\r\n\r\nJeanette clarified that this is not the same project that had been presented to KIAA earlier; that planning group was not part of the EIRA group.  The EIRA proposal is not a replacement of the warming house and does not address all the current structure’s problems, such as the large expense of moving the building into place, removing and storing it.  The EIRA design had not been shared with any other neighborhood, but a meeting was to be held on November 8th for anyone interested.\r\n\r\nShawn and Larry pointed out the this is a Park Board asset and should be maintained by the Park Board, especially since a significant tax increase passed last year to maintain and improve park properties.  It was decided that KIAA is not in a position to fund these expenses.\r\n\r\n<strong>NRP/CPP</strong><strong> – Shawn Smith:</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey and subsequent planning, Shawn Smith and Matt Spies recommended the following allocation for KIAA’s priorities:\r\n\r\nSWLRT mitigation $900\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Beach activities including police spending $5,000\r\n\r\nLakes of the Isles landscaping or improvements $2,000\r\n\r\nKenwood Park, Kenwood school $3,000\r\n\r\nKIAA communications and stipends, $10,000\r\n\r\nThe board voted and approved this allocation unanimously.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFollowing the November meeting, on 11/14/2017, Chair Smith sent an email stating that KIAA has now officially filed its NRP/CPP stemming from our discussion at our November meeting.  We are all set for the 2017-2019 \"triennium\".\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOctober 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 10/02/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors that are present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Mike Bono, Carl Goldstein, Jeremy Nichols\r\n\r\nAbsent: Kyle Leier, Jeanette Colby, Mark Brown\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>October 25 is Lunch with Lisa at noon at St Thomas Opus Hall, in room 202. The head of the Super Bowl committee will be there to talk about family events during the Super Bowl.</li>\r\n	<li>October street sweeping: Starts October 16 and will last four weeks</li>\r\n	<li>1988 Sheridan will be applying for a variance for an addition to the existing home</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting for the November 7 elections has started for \"City Municipal\" elections for Mayor, City Council, Park Board, and Board of Estimate and Taxation</li>\r\n	<li>City of Minneapolis exceeds $1billion in permits for 2017; this number excludes the stadium.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Budget – Matt Spies, Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn learned about regulations concerning CPP funds from the City of Minneapolis.  They need to be identified as part of the NRP funding application.  The board approved proactively allocating the money in the next three year cycle vs having a public notice and 21 day waiting period any time monies would be allocated.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn spoke to Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto and asked for his perspective on the 95 police reports written in 2017; even though this number is higher than 2016, the Chief found this not alarming because in 2017 they were watching the beach more carefully, including observing activities from a distance with binoculars and that extra surveillance drove the increase. KIAA allocated $5000 for the 2017 season for extra police hours, of which $2820 was used.</li>\r\n	<li>The Board emphasized the importance of starting the patrols early in 2018 in order to establish a presence early to have a safe start to the 2018 beach season.</li>\r\n	<li>The KIAA annual meeting food expenses are not reimbursable by the City. Matt is in favor of reducing food expenses for the KIAA annual meeting and to put more effort, throughout the year, towards raising more money for expenses not reimbursable by the City.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Community Oven – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\nKingfield built a community oven and they keep it on the ground of the communities’ Arts Building; the purpose of this oven is to foster community building and it has been successful. KIAA is considering a temporary oven to be used at the annual gathering to reduce food expense.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>Will Stensrud</strong>:\r\n\r\nThe portable saunas from the “612 Sauna Society” are set to go on the 21st, 22nd, 28<sup>th</sup> and 29th of October at Hidden Beach. They will be open 3 sessions each of those evenings; each session will accommodate 8 reservations online. The cost is $20 for a spot.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hidden Beach – Will Stensrud: </strong>\r\n\r\nWill has had conversations with Keith Prussing regarding a concert at Hidden Beach; Keith is in support of live acoustic music at the beach in 2018. The aim is to have 100-150 people attending.\r\n\r\nRandolph Findley of the Shakespeare production Company has agreed to have some of the productions for the summer of 2018 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nWill is looking at scheduling a committee meeting; the committee currently consists of Mark Brown, Matt Spies and Will Stensrud.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>Community Communications – Shawn Smith:</strong>\r\n\r\nKIAA current has a paid consultant to manage the KIAA newsletter, the website, and other communications.  The annual stipend is $5000.  As the current consultant contract has expired, KIAA is opening up a search for any interested individuals to apply.  Please email Chair Shawn Smith at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> by October 23rd if interested in applying.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on November 6, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>September 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKIAA Board met on 9/12/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Angie Erdrich, Kyle Leier, Will Stensrud. Directors absent: Mike Bono, Carl Goldstein, Mark Brown, Jeremy Nichols.  Also present: Councilmember Lisa Goodman, Jake Warner, Jean Deatrick.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the “60% design review regarding Peavey Plaza”. One of the decisions made so far is that there will be no public restrooms at the Plaza, but the MN Orchestra will be providing a restroom for the public.</li>\r\n	<li>In October, the Superbowl committee is giving out $100,000 and organizing lots of kids’ activities.</li>\r\n	<li>October street sweeping: the City is looking at a 4-5 week window. Date for starting has not established yet.</li>\r\n	<li>The Mayor delivered the budget today. Details at: <a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/mayor/news/WCMSP-204780\">http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/mayor/news/WCMSP-204780</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis early voting date is September 22, 2017</li>\r\n	<li>So far, 45,000 households signed up for organic recycling in Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>The Graves Foundation is proposing a facility near Hennepin &amp; Franklin for affordable youth housing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Thrill Kenwood, Clothing Swap &amp; other topics  - Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n\r\nThrill Kenwood will happen again this year, and $2,150 is needed for the budget. Shawn asked that KIAA approve a $750 contribution. The motion was approved by KIAA, unanimously.\r\n\r\nKenwood neighbors have expressed an interest in holding a clothing swap.  Angie Erdrich requested the KIAA sponsor this activity, as it is an opportunity to both support re-use and build community.  It could be held at the Kenwood Rec Center for a $75 room rental fee.  The board unanimously approved a $75 expenditure for this activity. Funding was supported as it ties to KIAA neighborhood priorities to build more neighborhood connections at the Rec Center.\r\n\r\nKIAA approved up to $300 to sponsor a Ward 7 candidate forum.  Funding will come from NRP money where expenses qualify for reimbursement. The forum will be at the St Paul Episcopal church on Sept 28 at 7pm.\r\n\r\nThere is a shortage of election judges this year; everyone is encouraged to apply for the vacancies.\r\n\r\nThere will be a modified grievance policy regarding KIAA and all other neighborhood associations. This means that, if someone objects to the way an association allocates funds, they can bring a grievance. More information on this will be available shortly.\r\n\r\nLouise Erdrich/Birch Bark Books new additional location update: Still being renovated; it will be an extension of the book store; there may be some other social activities there.\r\n\r\nMany neighborhoods do Happy Hour gatherings; should KIAA do something like that? At Bockley Gallery? TBD.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>How to make Cedar Lake a Better Place – Jake (Ron) Werner</strong>\r\n\r\nJake Werner came prepared with a slide presentation to make a case for a more orderly, better groomed area all around Cedar Lake. Jake would like to see funding for a paved path around Cedar Lake and removal of downed trees and invasive Buckthorn. The scope of the Lake goes beyond just Kenwood; it involves two other neighborhoods and therefore coordination with them is important.\r\n\r\nThis discussion arose in the context of ideas for possible structural changes at East Cedar Beach that could lead to a safer and more welcoming environment for everyone.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>Will Stensrud</strong>: The sauna in the application process; it will no longer be a summer-end activity, but the process is on track for a later opening; Will continues to talk to them to see where things are at.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hidden Beach – Jack Levi</strong>\r\n\r\nJack and Will talked about having the Shakespeare in the Park Series at East Cedar Beach (in addition to the existing locations). More ideas for Hidden Beach activities are encouraged and they should be brought to the KIAA board meeting next month for discussion or emailed to Will Stensrud, East Cedar Beach Committee Chair, <a href=\"mailto:willstensrud@gmail.com\">willstensrud@gmail.com</a>.  The East Cedar Beach committee will begin planning for next year this fall, so activities will be ready as soon as the weather warms next spring.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:37 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on October 2, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 7/10/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center<ins cite=\"mailto:Lucas%20Lucas\" datetime=\"2012-07-16T18:56\"></ins></p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Absent:  Mark Brown.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the  “50% design regarding Peavey Plaza”</li>\r\n	<li>The Penn/Oliver reconstruction project continues; the Penn Ave S setback has been approved. You can go to the Penn Oliver website for more information. Hard finish will be before 8/25/17, before school starts</li>\r\n	<li>The home on 2431 W22nd St is a potential teardown: No news yet regarding this property</li>\r\n	<li>Aug 1, 2017 is National Night Out: Permit application is by July 18<sup>th</sup> to avoid $100 fee.</li>\r\n	<li>Kmart on Lake St: The City is thinking about alternative locations for KMart. The City owns the land and building and the lease expires in 2050. Kmart’s demands are currently not acceptable to the City, so there is a deadlock for now on negotiations.</li>\r\n	<li>Regarding the 35W reconstruction: Starting in August, Interstate 35W will be under construction between I-94 in downtown Minneapolis and 46th Street. Bridges across 35W will be repaired or reconstructed.</li>\r\n	<li>The Pirate Mermaid event is on July 15 1-3pm. Need help with pirate booty and lemonade; Jeanette has offered to help.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a photo area for families to take pictures</li>\r\n	<li>Has KIAA done a neighborhood walking tour? Amanda thinks it would be a good idea. She will propose something.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake event – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The family event that took place in June resulted in commotion at the beach. The police presence diminished after that.  Then, another day following this commotion, there was a fight at the beach, followed by confrontation between the beachgoers and the police.  Following these events, KIAA met with the police; Matt sent a memo to the KIAA Board regarding this meeting with the police 2 weeks ago.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding encampments at Hidden Beach (as well as around South Minneapolis).</li>\r\n	<li>Ron wants to go over photos for ideas regarding paths for walking around the Hidden Beach area, as well as other parts of Cedar Lake. KIAA would like to hear his ideas and then form a committee to steer ideas into reality.</li>\r\n	<li>South Cedar Beach will be re-designed as a result of a private donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>John Peterson</strong>\r\n\r\nThis organization makes saunas available by bringing the sauna to the public. It is a mobile sauna 20X8 ft. John was referred to the park board to obtain a permit.\r\n\r\nThe company is now a coop and they are trying to expand. They currently have 141 members.\r\n\r\nJohn would like to do an event in August 2017 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nJeanette raised the issue that beach goers should be invited to make reservations, not just Kenwood residents. In general, the KIAA board that this would support the KIAA objective for positive programming at the beach.\r\n\r\nThe Motion for sauna operation at Hidden Beach by Will was approved by all.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\nMatt gave a KIAA financial report covering current account balances and monthly financial activity.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>2017 Neighborhood Priority Plan– Mike Bono</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe following was approved by the KIAA Board today:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) is participating in the Community Participation Program (CPP) for Minneapolis neighborhood organizations. CPP is a city program designed to give residents and property owners the power to improve or maintain their own neighborhoods and direct city resources to fit their needs.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe goal of Neighborhood Priority Plans is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners. Neighborhood Priority Plans must be developed and adopted through a thorough neighborhood participation process. The plan identifies preliminary neighborhood priorities (as identified by the neighborhood) and potential partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the result of the neighborhood survey, KIAA proposes to use its Community Participation Program funds allocated to the Neighborhood Priority Plan as listed below:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n1) Support community outreach and consulting services related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n2) Provide funding for landscaping around Lake of the Isles and for spreading awareness about preserving Cedar Lake Park.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n3) Provide funding for increased crime prevention and safety activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n4) Support the Kenwood Recreation Center, Kenwood School, and local businesses with funding for programming activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n5) Continue to fund a resource to assist KIAA with its communication efforts.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSpecifically, the proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan would include but no be limited to:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Supporting cooperative efforts with surrounding neighborhoods and organizations to minimize negative impacts on the Kenilworth trail as a result of the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Provide funding to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Continuing annual support of additional police patrols at East Cedar Lake Beach and other crime prevention activities such as increased police patrols in the alleys.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Contracting for part-time help to continue the monthly e-newsletter, and other communication efforts including developments regarding LRT.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Providing funding for educational programming and social activities with Kenwood School</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on September 11, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a>June Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met June 5<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</strong></p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1>Highlights from the KIAA Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Annual Gathering was held on Monday May 8<sup>th</sup> (rain date)</li>\r\n	<li>Total attendees were approximately 100.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2017-2018 board was elected, including 3 new board members (Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein).  Josine Peters stepped down, and we thank her for her service.</li>\r\n	<li>Speakers included Louise Erdrich regarding the renovation of the former Stephen Dean’s Tailors space, and Deb Pilger from MPRB regarding goats at Hidden Beach.  MetroBlooms and Hennepin County Recycling set up information tables.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction utility and roadwork is beginning.  The work will be completed by early fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Lunch with Lisa Field Trip will happen June 21<sup>st</sup> at 11:45AM.  You can choose from an Arts Tour of the Sculpture Garden, or a Hard Hat Tour of The Target Center Renovation.  Please contact Lisa’s office, as space is limited.  The next Lunch with Lisa is in September and will cover the Peavey Plaza renovation.</li>\r\n	<li>The City will not be able to ban plastic bags from grocery stores as originally planned (due to state legislative pre-emption).  The City is exploring other options and strategies to reduce the use of plastic bags.</li>\r\n	<li>Household hazardous waste events are occurring in June, July, and August.  The city will recover or recycle paint, solvents, etc. for free.  The next two are June 23-24 at the Public Works Facility (3607 E 44<sup>th</sup> St), and July 28-29 at Jenny Lind Elementary (5025 Bryant Ave N)</li>\r\n	<li>There was an open discussion on plastic bags, organic composting, downtown crime</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Election of Officers - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board elected officers for the 2017-2018 season, and welcomed three new directors.  The new KIAA board was unanimously approved by vote; Chair:  Shawn Smith.  Vice-Chair:  Larry Moran.  Treasurer:  Matt Spies.  Secretary:  Jack Levi.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nConflict of Interest Policy - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Board approved the KIAA Conflict of Interest Policy by email voting on April 26<sup>th</sup>, 2017.</li>\r\n	<li>Each board member signed the policy which is designed to 1) protect public trust in the integrity of the KIAA-decision making process and 2) to establish the procedures applicable to the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest in the context of transactions or arrangements entered into by KIAA where a member may have a financial interest in or fiduciary responsibility towards an entity with which KIAA is negotiating a transaction or arrangement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that donations in 2017 were down more than 50% vs. 2016.  This needs to be a focus for the upcoming fiscal year.  Jeanette made a motion to approve reimbursements as noted on financial detail.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Oriole Feeding Installations/Prairie Restoration Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie requested reimbursement for $192 to support the installation of the Oriole Feeding Station, to plant new plants in the prairie restoration area and food for the orioles.  The plants are consistent with the strategy as they are part of the natural environment for the prairie and orioles.  The funding was already approved at the April meeting and is under budget so was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Programming– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown and Will Stensruud planned the June 10<sup>th</sup> Family Beach Opener.  Artrageous is hosting activities for kids.  Jeanette moved to approve $300 for food and refreshments and not more than $500.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Summer Solstice Celebration on Wednesday, June 21<sup>st</sup>.  Artrageous is hosting the solstice party and it will be shared via social media.</li>\r\n	<li>Yoga is free to the public (hosted by KIAA) is held every Thursday at 7PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Open water swims start Monday June 19<sup>th</sup>.  Participants must sign up with the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Jim Gilroy Bench Dedication – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA last year lost a beloved board member, Jim Gilroy.  Thanks to the generosity of Kenwood residents, Jim’s friends and family, a bench was purchased in his memory on the Lake of the Isles Walking Path, across from Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church.  On Sunday, June 25<sup>th</sup> (1-5PM) there will be a dedication picnic.  All are welcome to attend to celebrate his life.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Park Board Update – Mark Holtey\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Rec Center will receive a Little Library this month.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Minnesota Zoomobile Presentation Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> at the Kenwood Park Picnic area from 1-1:45PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Movies in the Park at Kenwood Part resumes Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> 15 minutes after dusk.  This month’s showing will be <em>Hidden Figures</em>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on Monday, July 10th, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met April 3<sup>rd</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</strong></p>\r\n<strong> <img title=\"More...\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-includes/js/tinymce/plugins/wordpress/img/trans.gif\" alt=\"\" />Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown, Angie Erdrich, and Matt Spies.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick.</strong>\r\n<h1><strong><em> </em></strong></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction is scheduled to begin within a couple of months. The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting reviewing the project on April 25<sup>th</sup> at 6:30 at the Kenwood Rec Center.  There will be a separate public meeting on the assessment, tentatively scheduled for May 9<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>The April 26<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will host representatives from the Park Board and Walker Sculpture Garden.  They will discuss public art and sculpture, including updates on the Walker.  Please call Lisa’s office to order a lunch in advance ($10).</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping begins April 11. <a href=\"http://www.minneapolis.gov/streetsweeping\">www.minneapolismn.gov/publicworks/streetsweeping</a>.  Please be sure to follow parking restrictions to avoid a ticket.  Yard waste bundles will also be picked up at the same time – place it with recycling for pickup.  Do not sweep into the street as it is damaging to the environment.</li>\r\n	<li>As Backyard Fire season begins, please observe City Rules:  Permitted only 9AM to 10PM, burn only untreated fire wood (no trash), fire must be 25 feet from a structure and in a fire ring.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>I-35W will be under rehabilitation starting Summer 2017-Fall 2021, between 43<sup>rd</sup> St S and 15<sup>th</sup> St.  Please see <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies (Pre-Report)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt pre-reported less than $2500 in expenditures for the month, which included payments for the Hill and Lake Press Annual Sponsorship, down payments for the annual gathering, and board liability insurance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>2552 W Lake of the Isles Variance – Ryan Smith, Tyler Hillger</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Construction on the vacant lot at 2552 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway will require two variances to build as designed:  1) Front Yard Setback.  Due to the curve of the street, the setback rule would place the house in violation.  The variance would allow the setback variance to be consistent with the adjacent homes.  As designed, the front of the home will be behind the front of the original home down in 2004.  2) Terrace Square Footage Maximum.  The planned terrace would be allowable if variance 1 is approved.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA did not make a motion on the variance and requested that the board be kept informed and adjacent neighbors directly engaged by the homeowner.</li>\r\n	<li>If approved by the city, construction would begin late summer 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP and Priority Plan</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to approve the 2016 KIAA CPP Annual Report, which will be submitted to the city.</li>\r\n	<li>Mike presented a Financial Interest and Fiduciary Responsibility conflict of interest policy, now required by Minneapolis, to preserve public trust in the integrity of KIAA decision-making process.  The policy, once signed, will also be posted to the KIAA website.  The policy will be voted on between meetings to allow board members time to review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Will reviewed the proposed budget for the summer of 2017 at $5450, to support programming: Yoga, Log Rolling, June 10 Summer Kickoff Party, BeArtrageous, and a Music Series.  Motions were made to fund June 10<sup>th</sup> Summer Kickoff ($1300), Yoga ($600 for 10 sessions), the June 21<sup>st</sup> Solstice Party ($150), July 15<sup>th</sup> Pirates and Mermaids ($500).  Approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         An additional expenditure of $2000 was proposed to buy a generator to fill a bounce house for weekly events.  Due to liability concerns, the subcommittee was asked to go back and research further prior to a vote on the funding.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering May 1<sup>st</sup> – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Gathering is 6-7:30 at Kenwood Corner</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA board members are requested to sign up for tasks.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.  Current board members were requested to announce their intent to run prior to the next meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project Updates – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn provides updates on this standing topic, the #1 priority for the board per the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey.</li>\r\n	<li>County Transit Improvement Board did not vote unanimously from disbanding, with Dakota County voting against without a larger payout, and Hennepin County against because commissioners knew that CTIB would not disband.  It remains to be seen whether a county sales tax can be implemented to fund the missing state share of $135M</li>\r\n	<li>SWLRT and Bottineau line are not approved for funding in the new proposed federal budget.  84 State legislators signed a letter to Transportation Secretary Chao further requesting that funding be withheld because it did not have legislative support.</li>\r\n	<li>Files are advancing at the state level to remove/increase railroad liability for co-location, block any future light rail transit without state approval, and implement terms and elections to Met Council officials.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is the Annual Gathering on Monday, May 1st, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 6<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mark Brown, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n<h1> The Agenda Was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting held during the month of April, an announcement will be sent out on Next Door.  There will be a public hearing in May regarding the assessment.</li>\r\n	<li>The March 29<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will be an update on Peavey Plaza renovations.</li>\r\n	<li>Unspent and frozen NRP money will be returned to neighborhoods.  Kenwood received $1000 back.  The amount received by Kenwood for NRP was mostly spent in support of our neighborhood priorities.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA donated $750 to support the Kenwood School auction.</li>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the importance of managing the budget on a three-year cycle, tied to the funding cycle from the city.  Also discussed was ensuring that the budget would address reimbursable expenditures vs non-reimbursable expenditures that depend on neighbor contributions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt submitted a proposal to define objectives for the 2017 season, focusing on the implementation of 3 recurring activities such as puppet shows, yoga, log rolling, etc.  Additionally, how to engage the Park Board to implement improvements to the beach prior to SWLRT operations.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to take the lead on planning the programming.  Options will be discussed for future seasons to fund an intern to manage the programming and community outreach.  For 2017, a subcommittee will be formed to develop the action plan and report to the board at the April meeting.  Larry noted that it is important to share the plan at the annual neighborhood gathering on May 1<sup>st</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The gathering is May 1<sup>st</sup>.  Angie put together a to-do and sign up list for tasks that need to be completed to have a successful event.  The biggest issue to finalize is food.  KIAA is exploring different options that can reduce cost.  An option is to identify any neighborhood caterers or restaurant owners to support the event with food.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January Citizens Advisory Council meeting.   The Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District voted unanimously to permit SWLRT for construction through the waters that it manages.  Cedar Lake and the Kenilworth Channel drain into the creek and the Mississippi River, which MCWD manages.</li>\r\n	<li>On March 8<sup>th</sup>, County Transit Improvement Board voted to disband, clearing the way for Hennepin County to implement a 50 cent sales tax to fund SWLRT state share and ongoing operational costs.  However, because Dakota County voted against disbanding, there will be a process to follow where either CTIB will have one county member, or increasing the buyout to the county to gain their vote.</li>\r\n	<li>Full federal funding grant of $900M, if awarded, will happen by the end of June.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates:  Please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 3<sup>rd</sup>, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 6th, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Mark Brown, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Police Chief Ohotto, and 4 other residents.\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\nCity Council Update – Lisa Goodman\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner and contribute 7% of the total budget of $1M.  There will be a large neighborhood meeting held in advance to share details.  Work will be completed prior to fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The February 22<sup>nd</sup> Lunch with Lisa topic is Emergency Preparedness, including natural disasters and pandemic readiness.  Please contact her office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Ward 7 has been prioritized for the City’s Tree Planting Program.  Residents can get information and order trees March 6-12 at <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.  There will be a lottery, and those selected will be notified by March 22.  Trees will have a nominal cost to residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette provided an update on the parking situation in Downtown Kenwood.  She reported that the business owners did not support a KIAA proposed solution to add restrict parking to one side of 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Another possible solution is to clarify the parking signs on Penn Avenue in front of Kenwood School.  One resident from Oliver Ave expressed his concerns on the adverse effect he is experiencing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA dedicated $5000 for police overtime (80 hours of patrols).  2016 had the second lowest number of police reports since the lowest year (2008).</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The Chief continues to recommend a balance of extra patrols with the positive programming that has happened in the last 2 years.  Neighborhood involvement/usage of the beach is also important, vs. solely relying on police patrols.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Jeanette moved to spend $5000 for 2017 continued additional policing, pending the securing of city funding via the Neighborhood Priority Plan contract.  Mike will inform the board once city funding is confirmed.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The party was rescheduled for February 12<sup>th</sup> due to poor ice conditions.  KIAA will still contribute cookies towards the event.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Residents donated $747 last month, most in response to the annual newsletter.  KIAA also received some city reimbursements, totaling $2500.  KIAA appreciates the local funding of the neighborhood residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jean Deatrich has helped Matt mail thank you letters in response to all donations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Letter of Concern over 3020 Kenwood Parkway – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Calhoun-Isles Association is opposing the construction of a Residential High Rise on the Northeast Corner of Lake Calhoun that would possibly violate the Shoreland Overlay District and would certainly be in opposition to local ordinance.  The building would be 59 feet tall and out of character with the surrounding neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed a letter stating KIAA’s position that developers need to respect the overlay district not only for this project/lake but for future projects and other lakes.  This position supports the KIAA Neighborhood Priority of protecting the environment, lakes, and waterways.  The Overlay height restriction exists to protect the lake edge from out of scale development, shading, and wind concentration and a negative human caused impact on the environment.  Larry moved to send the letter, approved unanimously.  A response was received from CM Lisa Bender that it does not violate the Overlay Disctrict but does violate local zoning.  Jeanette is working with the city and C-I Association to clarify.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The annual gathering and board elections are May 1.  Any residents that would like to run for a board position are encouraged to contact KIAA; ssmith288@me.com.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         To reduce costs, new food alternatives will be considered for the annual gathering.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood School Request – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The School requested $750 in funding to be a sponsor of the Kenwood School Auction and Fundraiser.  KIAA supported this request in 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA view is that the funding supports the Neighborhood Priority of supporting robust programming and education our Kenwood School, which not only serves Kenwood children but children from other parts of the city.  Shawn moved to support the funding, unanimously approved.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January CAC meeting.   The Southwest Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that at the State Legislature GOP leadership is challenging that the Met Council will rely on the state to pay 50% of ongoing operating costs for light rail and transit but the state has no voice in which or how many projects are built.  That would mean that there is no elected voice in the regional transit plan and required state funding.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District is meeting on February 23<sup>rd</sup> to vote whether to approve permits for SWLRT construction and operation in areas that MCWD manages.  The MCWD is responsible for maintaining the water quality for the Watershed, which includes the Chain of Lakes.  The public comment period closed February 2<sup>nd,</sup> and many testified concerns about conflicts of interest with MCWD managers.  Most managers were appointed by Hennepin County Commissioners, that support the project.</li>\r\n	<li>As only 3 Kenwood properties are identified to have severe averse impacts, KIAA will consider funding an independent study of vibration and noise similar to one conducted at the Minneapolis/St Louis Park border.  The study would evaluate the Kenilworth Corridor north of the Kenilworth Channel.  Jeanette will contact the engineers to find out if there would be any benefit and what the cost would be.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will kick off the planning for ECLB programming for 2017.  He will solicit resident ideas.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJanuary 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 9th, 2017 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Will Stensrud, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Directors Absent:  Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mike Bono, Treasurer Matt Spies.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Snow Emergencies are communicated via Facebook, Instragram, Email/text alerts, City of Minneapolis Mobile App.  All residents are encouraged to sign up for alerts to be aware of when Snow Emergencies are declared.</li>\r\n	<li>Road Sand is available from the City Public Works Sites, to be placed in a barrel in areas that are needed.  Please contact Lisa’s office to request a barrel of sand.</li>\r\n	<li>Christmas Trees are recycled by the city.  Please put your trees at your regular pickup site.  Old Christmas lights can also be recycled; go to <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is January 25<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall.  The topic is Public Art, including a sneak preview of the Nicollet Mall art.  Lisa is always interested in constituents’ ideas for topics.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette brought to Lisa’s attention NRP survey results to get her perspective on what is within the city’s ability to address.  Many issues raised in the survey, including noise and excessive speed are regulated and difficult to enforce.  Any public works issues such as alley defects should be directed to Lisa’s office.  Jeanette will follow up with Lisa to address the continuing parking and alley access problem by Downtown Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Warming House – Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy shared that a volunteer group with representatives from from CIDNA, Lowry Hill and East Isles, the Minneapolis Parks Foundation, MPRB staff and local architects are considering that the warming house should be replaced, in part based on age (18 years old). The cost to bring the structure in and out by crane is increasing to $20K per year; a new structure designed to be more easily transported could make moving it less expensive. The idea being discussed is to change the structure into one that can be used all year, across different sites, for different purposes. There will be a design competition and funds raised. KIAA supports the idea of replacement but there was a discussion as to whether it\'s appropriate for KIAA to contribute neighborhood funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Treasurer Report – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Several contributions were received in January ($398) as a result of the Fall Newsletter.  KIAA appreciates the support and Matt will work with Jean to send acknowledgement letters to the donors.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie will provide via cookies for the party funded by KIAA.  The party is January 22<sup>nd</sup> from 1-3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Application – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will help manage the process for Rain garden applications and awarding grants from MetroBlooms.  This year is the third year of this partnership, and this year there will be no cost to KIAA.  KIAA will make an in-kind donation of time and resources to promote the initiative.  More information will be provided by the end of January.  Rain gardens support our NRP initiative of protecting the lakes and environment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Cedar Lake Orioles Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie is leading engagement with Kenwood School to reinstall Oriole feeding stations this spring.  Last year, orioles were abundant and several classes visited Cedar Lake Park to see them, accompanied by teachers and neighborhood volunteers.  This initiative is important because it drives more family and educational opportunities at Cedar Lake.  Angie requested $200 for laminated signs and feeding station supplies (food).  Jeanette moved to approve, unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering Planning Kickoff – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The annual gathering will be May 1<sup>st</sup> in downtown Kenwood, which includes food and election of KIAA officers.  In order to keep costs in check, other food options will be explored.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Communication Committee – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Will, Mark, and Jeanette will work with Jean regarding a communication committee and communication plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that CTIB is likely in the process of self-dissolving so that Hennepin County can raise the transit sales tax to .5%, to fund the missing $140M state share of funding.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion whether to contact the FTA regarding Met Council compliance to 2012 Certification Requirements for Federal Funding, and without a vote KIAA determined not to take any action.</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is contacting three LRT- adjacent property owners to discuss construction.  These are the only houses at 21<sup>st</sup> St that the Met Council deems to be impacted by LRT operations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The top 5 priorities from the survey were identified – SWLRT, Lakes/Parks/Environment, Kenwood Rec Center events, Hidden Beach Safety, and Kenwood School.  Jeanette wrote a summary report to share with anyone interested.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Calhoun Association is asking KIAA to support opposition to a 54 foot tall residential building to be built adjacent to Tin Fish on Lake Calhoun (replacing 3 existing homes).  The proposed structure would be within the Shoreland Overlay District which has a height restriction of 36 feet.  As an action taken between meetings, the proposal will be reviewed and voted on whether to support or not support the opposition.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board Police Chief Ohotto will be invited to attend the KIAA February Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>December 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 5th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis finalizes its 2017 budget on December 7th.  On November 30<sup>th</sup>, there was a public hearing; 45 people provided testimony on the mayor’s proposed budget. There was a significant organized effort to reduce proposed police budgeting in favor of more community based non-profit policing.  The mayor had proposed adding 15 additional sworn officers as 2016 had the lowest number of officers this decade, 100 less than 2009.  Neighborhoods Organizing for Change challenged that increase.  (Addendum Post KIAA Meeting:  December 7<sup>th</sup> saw a similar number of testimonials and content, and the budget was adopted with the 15 additional officers.)</li>\r\n	<li>The budget also proposes a new position of Small Business Navigator.  This position would assist small businesses in navigating the Minneapolis city laws and regulations.  Lisa supports up to 4 positions in order to help small business navigate the city’s complex licensing and codes.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa emphasized that the Final Truth in Taxation notices that were mailed in November did not include the voter approved school special taxation levy.  Therefore, property taxes are understated by approximately 10%.  Revised Final Notices will not be mailed.  (Note to residents:  look at your 2016 School District Voter Approved Levy to see approximately how much your 2017 taxes are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Car2Go is ending operations in Minneapolis because of two business conditions that created an inability for the company to be profitable.  1)  The city mandated that Car2Go distribute cars equitably throughout the city; however, because some neighborhoods had higher origination/destination usage than others, the company incurred high costs to redistribute cars, and some cars sat idle in lower-used neighborhoods.  Publicly, Car2Go cited that they were taxed/licensed at a car rental rate, which is higher than that of taxis and other ride-share services.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January after December 12ths Later with Lisa.  Lisa is interested in constituent input for topics for her schedule of 2017 lunches.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Board Member – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette introduced Will Stensrud, who with his family purchased a home in Kenwood one year ago.  Will asked to join the board to become more involved in the issues that shape Kenwood.  Jeanette motioned to approve his addition, and it was approved unanimously.  Welcome Will!</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>November was a busy month for SWLRT.  The FTA accepted testimony regarding Metropolitan Council accountability and adherence to process to determine certification for federal dollars for the next 4 years.  Many Kenwood residents sent testimony, including the LRT Done Right group.  Testimonials were published in last month’s Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn stated that there are two key next steps where KIAA will engage in SWLRT:  1) Follow up with the FTA to find out about how the neighborhoods testimony will be used, and will the findings be made available to the public, and 2) SWRLT construction and mitigation is the top issue surfaced in the annual NRP survey, and KIAA will continue to keep SWLRT as a standing KIAA meeting topic, and publish updates in the Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>LRT Done Right organization is engaging and meeting with key elected officials in the coming month to gain information and understanding of positions heading into the 2017 State Legislative Session.  Officials at the state, county, city, and park board will be met with.  KIAA’s position against residential development on the Kenilworth Trail/SWLRT line will be communicated.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reviewed the monthly balance sheet for KIAA as well as the expenditures and revenues for the month.  There was minimal activity during the month: payments made to Jean Deatrick and Post net for the Fall Newsletter, as well as a small payment to reimburse Pop Up Playground expense at “Hidden Beach,” and one donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA has submitted its Community Participation Program application for the upcoming three-year funding cycle by the City of Minneapolis, worth $25K annually to Kenwood.  KIAA is in the process of canvassing the neighborhood to determine the specific priorities to include in the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of NPP is to identify major initiatives for neighborhood organizations, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>The results of the Neighborhood Priorities survey were reviewed.  Top issues identified were SWLRT mitigation, protecting the lakes, East Cedar Lake Beach safety, supporting Kenwood Community Center activities/Common gathering place, more street lighting.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette noted that only 60 responses were received.  The link to the survey was put in the KIAA Fall Newsletter, Nextdoor, and Hill and Lakes Press.  Jean Deatrick will email out a link to her neighborhood email list and extend the deadline to December 18<sup>th</sup> to capture more feedback to feed the Top 5 Priorities.  There will also be future discussion on how to address other priorities received in written comments.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Lake of the Isles Warming House will be replaced.  The Park Board is considering a mobile structure that can be used all year.  Neighborhood Associations are being approached to provide funding.  There was discussion as to whether or not neighborhood funds should be used towards this project in light of the “Close the Gap” funding recently allocated to the Park Board, totaling $11M annually and funded by property tax increases.</li>\r\n	<li>Action taken between meetings:  The board approved up to $200 to place a sign in Downtown Kenwood to help address the continued concerns over parking issues.  It will direct patrons towards alternative parking locations and try to keep alley access clear.  Exact wording and structure is under discussion.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:27 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 9th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met November 7th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in November due to Thanksgiving.  On Monday December 12<sup>th</sup> at 4:30pm will be Later with Lisa, her annual holiday party.  It will be held at the Normandy Inn.  Cash bar, parking is free.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping is completed as of November 15th, as is yard waste pickup, for the season.  The city does not sweep alleys, leaf removal there is the responsibility of the home owner.</li>\r\n	<li>The house at 1204 Kenwood Parkway is under historic review.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction is on track to be complete by December.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa shared the Mayor’s 2017 Proposed Budget.  The board reviewed the budget and gleaned that the proposed levy increase is driven primarily by 1) 59 new positions in the city, 2) Park Board/City agreement on 20 Year Plan, 3) additional spending on social programs and grants to Non-Profit organizations.  The Truth in Taxation Hearing is November 30<sup>th</sup> at City Hall, and the budget will be adopted on December 7<sup>th</sup>.  Public testimony will be heard at both.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Monthly expenditures were for the Gilroy Memorial Bench and the Thrill Kenwood, offset by city funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody is the Citizen Advisory Committee representative to the Metropolitan Council and the CAC met last month.  Jody shared updates on SWLRT that were learned in the meeting.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>LRT trains normally sound a horn coming out of a tunnel, but it will not sound when emerging from the tunnel in the Kenilworth Corridor.  There are also bells on each train that sound at road crossings, but at 21<sup>st</sup> St these will not sound and there will be a stationary bell.  This will allow for less variance in the sound impact and more reliable noise mitigation.</li>\r\n	<li>Revenue service is estimated to begin in 2021.  Construction is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Construction will begin in Fall 2017 to move the freight lines in the Kenilworth Corridor; there will be five phases of construction in our neighborhood and it is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Met Council representatives will be going door to door to record structural conditions of homes in order to establish a baseline for potential damage as a result of construction.  Addresses/scheduling to be announced in December.  It is not determined how repairs will be handled that are a result of construction.</li>\r\n	<li>The CAC November meeting was cancelled.  At future meetings Jody will continue to press for information and we will share in this space.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended the FTA review of the Metropolitan Council’s certification on November 2<sup>nd</sup>.  The FTA certifies the Met Council every four years as a process to approve the Council to continue to receive federal funds.  Shawn shared that 5 speakers used SWLRT as an example where the Met Council did not consistently deliver against the objectives that the FTA measures against.  The public has until November 30<sup>th</sup> to provide testimony; if interested, please contact Shawn at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Applications</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sign Ups are now being taken for 2017 Good Steward Raingardens.  Raingardens on your property help reduce pollution in our lakes.  MetroBlooms and KIAA are teaming up to install reduced-cost raingardens for 15 Kenwood homeowners.  Cost is reduced through a Good Steward Grant (cost to homeowners will be approximately $350 for a $2,000 raingarden).  Email Laura Scholl to get on the list:  <a href=\"mailto:laura@metroblooms.org\">laura@metroblooms.org</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be applying for the next three-year cycle of funding by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program for $25K annually.  KIAA will submit its Community Participation Program application that will include the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of the Neighborhood Priority Plan is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the CPP application be approved, Mark seconded, unanimously passed.</li>\r\n	<li>A survey to solicit neighborhood input for the priority plan will be sent this month to ensure that monies are directed in the direction of projects that are valued by residents.  Here is the link: <a href=\"https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp\">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp</a>  (If link doesn’t work, type in your browser)</li>\r\n	<li>This season was one of the lowest in terms of police incidents in recent history.  The full end of season report will be published in the KIAA Fall Newletter, being mailed this month.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach end of season report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is receiving neighborhood impact letters from the Restorative Justice program from citations at East Cedar Lake Beach.  Fines can be waived if the cited writes a letter of atonement.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended October’s Lunch with Lisa.  The topic was the 20 Year Park Plan and it was covered in detail by Superintendent Jayne Miller and Board President Anita Tabb.  The Kenwood Park will not receive any funding from the 20 Year Park Plan as it is not a high priority park as determined by the Park and Rec Board.  Examples of criteria on how prioritization were assessed are Areas of Racially Concentrated Poverty, Populations of Color, Population Density, Youth Population, Asset Lifespan, and Neighborhood Density.  Kenwood Park will still receive its funding as part of the regular budgeting process.  Shawn learned that The Park Board will have approximately $11M of annual incremental funding via the city and park board levy.  Shawn also learned that if Minneapolis were to implement a $15 minimum wage, it would increase payroll for the Park Board by approximately $2.2M annually.  It was not clear how the Park Board would adjust the plan or mitigate the impact of that wage increase without affecting the 20 Year Plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:34 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 3rd, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood and Community Relations Department – Jack Whitehurst</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mr. Whitehurst represented the city for the annual board survey which the city is conducting.  The purpose of the survey is to gain demographic information on the makeup of city boards.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA encourages all residents of the neighborhood who would like to serve on the board regardless of demographic background.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion on Neighborhood Action Plan money status.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt presented an update on in/outflow of cash for the fiscal year, as well as a spending/income forecast through 2019.  Matt will present a financial report at each KIAA monthly meeting going forward.  This will allow for accurate planning on an annual basis going forward so expenditures can be prioritized.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be sending a survey to gain feedback on resident’s priorities to be addressed in the Neighborhood Priority Plan, which needs to be filed in November.  The survey was edited and approved to be sent.</li>\r\n	<li>The new warming house for Lake of the Isles winter skating area is still under consideration by the Minneapolis Park Board.  The new warming house is in concept stage.  Neighborhood associations may be approached to support it financially.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda Vallone from BeArtrageous is planning Thrill Kenwood, a successful Halloween party that has been held in the years past.  The board approved repeating a $750 contribution towards the event.</li>\r\n	<li>The Jim Gilroy memorial bench (former board member, deceased) has been installed and all who donated are appreciated.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA Fall newsletter is in process to be published by November.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA was informed by a MPRB tree inspector who visited the Rec Center corner that 7 diseased crab apple and trees will be removed. They will be replaced in Spring 2017 with 3 North Star Cherry trees and 4 Mont Royal plum trees, which are disease resistant with useful fruit for the public to eat.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nSeptember 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met September 12th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Dee Montgomery (Heritage Coalition).\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn moved for approval of the agenda, with the addition of Dee Montgomery’s topic, and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be September 28<sup>th</sup> at Opus Hall.  The topic is still being determined.  Lisa is always open to suggestions for topics for Lunch with Lisa, please contact her office with ideas.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale construction is still on schedule to be finished this fall.  Hennepin northbound will be open in the coming weeks.</li>\r\n	<li>The local government channels are changing as follows:  Comcast HD will be 799, and Standard Definition will be 14.  Century Link HD will be 8501, and standard definition will be 8001, Multilingual HD will be 8502, and standard definition multilingual will be 8002.</li>\r\n	<li>November 8<sup>th</sup> election early voting starts September 23<sup>rd</sup>.  There are 4 early voting locations in Minneapolis, please see the city website for more details.  Shawn Smith stated that the voting period was starting very early considering the first Presidential Debate is not until September 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Historic Marker Restoration Project – Dee Montgomery</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The centennial marker commemorating the establishment of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation will be restored.  The original boundary of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation included areas of Kenwood, and the marker that is being replaced is located on the southeast edge of Lake of the Isles.  The Heritage Commission has its own funds; tax dollars will not be used.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board advised Dee to consult with Native Americans to ensure that any concerns regarding the history and commemoration of Fort Snelling were heard.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is pushing for clarification and information with the warning bell and mitigation strategy at the 21<sup>st</sup> St crossing.  KIAA has requested involvement from Commissioner Marion Greene and expressed the need for her support on this issue with the Southwest Project Office.  There are concerns over the volume of the proposed wayside bell.</li>\r\n	<li>The Section 106 process is continuing now that the Memorandum of Understanding is executed.  This pertains to mitigation strategies for Grand Rounds eg landscaping, retaining walls, shoreline treatments, etc.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking continues to be an issue where patrons are parking too close to the alley, blocking driveways, too close to stop signs, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to explore signing solutions – parking is allowed at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Increasing neighborhood programming at the beach remains a KIAA focus.  It is part of the overall strategy to reduce crime and improve public safety.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that 35 kids came to the Play Space “pop up playground” and the strategy was successful.  The board approved a $25 increase to the funding to cover extra expenses.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reiterated the need to work on the Priority Plan Strategy, which will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.  Mike Bono, Matt, and Mark Brown will work on the subcommittee.  The CPP application is due November 10.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2016 Minneapolis Housing Resource Guide is published.  This is a resource for associations and homeowners.  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/\">www.minneapolismn.gov</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>A motion was approved to reimburse Deb Gilroy for $100 for the expenses related to placing a bench for former board member Jim Gilroy.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>By Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met July 11th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Chief Jason Ohotto and two of his officers, Jean Deatrick, and three neighbors.\r\n\r\n<strong>Opening Activities</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>No lunch with Lisa in July or August.  Please be sure to sign up for Lisa’s email list to get updates on construction, traffic, and event updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues.  The Hennepin/Vineland intersection will have major work done in July/August.  The overall project is on schedule for completion by November.</li>\r\n	<li>The variance at 2000 W 21<sup>st</sup> St was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting is open for the 2016 primary.  Election judges are needed this year.  Please call Lisa’s office to sign up to be a judge.  A mix of party affiliations is needed.</li>\r\n	<li>National Night out is August 2<sup>nd</sup>.  After July 19<sup>th</sup>, there is a fee to block off the street.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette expressed KIAA’s appreciation for the quality of the City of Minneapolis’s response to the FEIS, documenting the history and the issues within the project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Chief Jason Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Police reports written on park property at the beach declined from 48 to 31.  This is the second summer where there was a significant reduction in reports.  Chief Ohotto attributed the success to the positive programming and activities at the beach, as well as the increased park police patrols, some funded by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto recommended that neighbors that want to support safety efforts should call in issues to 911, and provide detailed, specific information, name and callback number.  Err on the side of calling 911 vs not calling when you see a negative impact to public safety.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown reported that the June 20<sup>th</sup> potluck at the beach was a great success with strong turnout.  The kids activities (face painting, spray chalk, cookies) were popular.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented ideas for longer term strategies, including boat racks, playground equipment.  Park and Rec Board financial support and fundraising will be needed.  A Community Action Committee will be formed.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt proposed an August Pop Up Adventure Playground as a new activity to pilot.  A motion passed to fund this event with up to $800 of NRP funds.  Engagement with the Kenwood School and neighboring association were identified as opportunities to increase participation.  Jeanette recognized Angie for getting the Kenwood School engaged in using the beach for educational opportunities.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed the idea of hosting a food or beverage cart at the beach on behalf of the neighborhood.  A motion passed for up to $200 to be spent from NRP funds for a KIAA/ECLB Patron Appreciation Day.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported on the June 13<sup>th</sup> FEIS public presentation by the Southwest Project Office.  Approximately 20 neighbors attended from Kenwood, CIDNA, and Loring Park.  On a positive note, the presentation summarized the 17,000 page FEIS effectively.  Unfortunately it was not tailored to the concerns of the Minneapolis segment of the corridor.  There continues to be a high level of concern over the ability of the tunnel to be built near Calhoun Shores Townhomes and the Kenilworth “pinch point.”</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the June 28<sup>th</sup> CAC meeting was cancelled, a consistent issue with many of the other CAC meetings which have also been cancelled in the past couple of years.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette communicated with the general manager of the Kenwood Restaurant to ask that employees park on Penn Avenue, and to help address the issue of patrons parking too close to alleys and driveways, and the issue of delivery truck restricting neighbor access to the alley.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie confirmed that parking for Downtown Kenwood businesses is permitted at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.  A “sandwich” board idea was proposed at a cost of $200 or for city signing or to paint the curb yellow to inform where and where not to park.  Noted for follow up between meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Mike Bono, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike and Matt outlined the plan to develop the 3 year plan as well as budgeting for the upcoming year.  It will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood, while also ensuring that current funding priorities can be maintained should funds be cut in the future.</li>\r\n	<li>New neighbor introduction:  Mikki Johnston and family</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will attend a Whittier Alliance Meeting on July 19<sup>th</sup> to understand the goals and strategies of that group.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie will follow up with Creative Citymaking regarding a video project opportunity, with a possible focus on ECLB.  KIAA would need to make a proposal to secure participation in the project, which is a competitive process.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>June 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 6th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters, Jack Levi.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Amanda Vallone, Jody Strakosch, Mark Holtey and two neighbors.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Board members conducted a brief introduction to begin the 2016-2017 term.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is complete for the season.  There will be a “Lunch with Lisa Field trip on Wednesday, June 29<sup>th</sup>, touring Givens Violins, which is a renowned repair business for cellos and violins.  If interested, please call Lisa’s office to book one of the two tours for that day.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues and has entered the paving phase.  Please contact Lisa’s office to be placed on an email list to receive weekly construction updates affecting the Twin Cities.</li>\r\n	<li>Sidewalk repair has come to Kenwood this year, part of a 10 year cycle.  White dots mark the sections that will be replaced.  Homeowners will be assessed $250-$400 per square for the repair.  Call 311 to discuss whether sections need to be replaced, or if they do not need to be replaced.  Please direct questions regarding how unique situations, such as tree root heaves, to 311.  All affected homeowners should have received a letter from the city; please refer to it for FAQs.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette volunteered to remain Chair; Larry volunteered to remain Vice Chair; Matt Spies volunteered to become Treasurer; and Shawn volunteered to remain Secretary.  Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt asked for resolution to relocate the KIAA bank accounts to US Bank.  Jeanette moved in favor, passed unanimously.  Matt asked for an additional resolution to transfer, check writing authority, opening accounts, deposits, and withdraw funds; from Ed Pluimer to himself.  Jeanette to be the second signatory.  Shawn moved, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette once again recognized Ed Pluimer for his years of service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Memorial Bench for Jim Gilroy – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie reported that $1550 has been donated to the Estate of Jim Gilroy for the purposes of a memorial bench on Lake of the Isles, near 21<sup>st</sup> St..  Jean Deatrick will send an e-blast as a reminder for any other residents that would like to contribute.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie moved that KIAA donate $300 towards the memorial bench to recognize Jim as a sitting board member at his death.  Funds will come from KIAA Money Market Account.  Approved unanimously.  As funds are in the account about to be closed, motion was approved to allow Ed Pluimer to write the check.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Financial Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is preparing a 2016-2017 balance sheet to ensure income and expenditures are clearly documented.  Mark, Larry, Matt, and Mike will form a finance subcommittee to inform a finance update at KIAA July meeting.  Motion approved to establish said committee.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies/Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda (from ARTrageous) shared that the Summer Solstice Party will be held at ECLB on June 20<sup>th</sup> from 6:30-8:30.  This will be a potluck event.  ARTrageous will provide henna, face painting, and a Creation Station for families.  The event will be cancelled in case of rain.  The event is open to all.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented a new proposal for a Pop Up Adventure Playground series.  Matt agreed to go renegotiate lower costs in order to run a pilot, vs investing in 3 events this year.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities including a Summer Solstice Potluck, Pirate/Mermaid Beach Party were identified for funding for $800.  A discussion was had regarding source of funds and how much to spend.  The board approved the expenditure unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda and Matt were approved to work together to spend up to $400 to place an ad in Hill and Lake Press to announce summer activities at ECLB.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  The CAC met in May.  Jennifer Munt stated that the Met Council would find funding to move ahead with SWLRT. The FEIS was reviewed; Nani Jacobsen recognized Kenwood for providing feedback that drove changes from the SDEIS to the FEIS.  Further, station art was approved for the West 21<sup>st</sup> St Station, which is what the Kenwood station will be named.  The next meeting will be June 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn has coordinated a meeting on June 13<sup>th</sup> for the Met Council to present the FEIS and take questions from residents.  This meeting was supported by the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn presented the FEIS draft and will circulate a soft copy to the board and Jody to be reviewed and approved as an action between meetings.  The deadline for submission is June 13<sup>th</sup> for any comments, and must be done in writing to the Southwest Project Office.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking at the Kenwood Corner continues to be a challenge, with visitors parking too close to the alley and to corners and blocking access.  Jeanette called the city to determine the cost of parking signs.  Action to be taken between meetings.</li>\r\n	<li>Kenwood Corner Raingarden Signage was approved as an action taken between meetings.  The Raingarden is now installed and the sign provides good information about the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  KIAA thanks Angie Erdrich for her work to beautify the corner.</li>\r\n	<li>Louise Erdrich is taking the space formerly occupied by Stephen Dean for a business to be announced shortly.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 9:10 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 11th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2016 KIAA 5<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> For the 5<sup>th</sup> year, KIAA had its annual meeting on May 2nd at Kenwood Corner, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> In attendance were seven KIAA serving board members up for re-election, one new member-elect, City Council Member Lisa Goodman, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Green, Minneapolis Parks Commissioner Anita Tabb, and approximately 100 neighbors.</p>\r\n The gathering began at 6PM.  The weather was great and everyone enjoyed Red Wagon Pizza and beverages, compliments of KIAA. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM.  There was a moment of remembrance for Jim Gilroy, KIAA board member who passed away suddenly in April.  Jim will be greatly missed; he was a kind and generous person, dedicated to improving our entire community.  The family has reserved a site for a park bench in his memory on Lake of the Isles.  Friends and neighbors who would like to contribute may do so.  KIAA Board Member Angie Erdrich will facilitate, please make checks payable to Minneapolis Finance Department, Memo “Jim Gilroy Bench” and mail to her at 2217 Oliver Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405.  A receipt will come from Minneapolis Parks, and the Gilroy family will receive a list of donor names.  Please submit donations by June 1<sup>st</sup> in hopes of installing the bench this summer.\r\n\r\nKIAA thanked retiring board member Ed Pluimer.  Ed has generously served on the board for over 20 years, most recently as Treasurer.  Our neighborhood is grateful for his energy and commitment.\r\n\r\nJeanette then stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year:  SWLRT work including work such as efforts to mitigate potential adverse effects to the neighborhood (if the project comes to pass), support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Raingardens from Metro Blooms, and positive programming for East Cedar Lake (Hidden) Beach.  The “Welcome Orioles” project – an environmental learning program for Kenwood School, co-sponsored with the Cedar Lake Park Association, received a shout-out from neighbors in attendance.\r\n\r\nJeanette introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to herself:  Jack Levi, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Matt Spies (Treasurer Elect), and Shawn Smith.  One new board member, Mark Brown was introduced.  Jeanette made the motion for re-election/election of the 2016-17 board, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\nKIAA would like to thank neighbors that supported KIAA financially at the gathering and throughout the year.  It helps us fund activities and keep our neighborhood strong!\r\n\r\nOther updates, action between meetings:\r\n\r\nThe 2015 KIAA Annual Report was approved by the board on April 28<sup>th</sup>.  The Annual Report is required by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program.  The report was prepared by Mike Bono with input from KIAA board members, and submitted by the 4/29 deadline.\r\n\r\nMatt and Julia Spies’s are requesting a variance for a remodel on their home.  As the Spies proactively partnered with their neighbors, KIAA supports their variance.  The variance will be reviewed at the Board of Adjustment meeting on June 9<sup>th</sup>.\r\n\r\nThere will be a Kenwood Neighborhood Rummage Festival of June 10-12<sup>th</sup>.  Please join your neighbors and plan a rummage sale during those dates!  If you are not able to have your own rummage sale, please consider donating to the Kenwood Elementary School Benefit Rummage Sale at the Kenwood Rec Center.   The rummage runs June 11 from 9-2PM. Donations can be dropped off at the Kenwood Recreation Center on June 10<sup>th</sup> from 4-6PM.  100% of proceeds benefit the Kenwood School.  Volunteers are needed to price goods, manage the sale, and haul goods to charity at 2PM on the 11<sup>th</sup>.  Contact Angie Erdrich to volunteer:  angie_sandeep@yahoo.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood.  If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us.  If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met April 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nVice Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies (Minutes), Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Jack Levi.  Absent:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith, Josine Peters, Jim Gilroy.  Also present:  Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\nUnanimous Approval of the Agenda\r\n<h1>City Council Update -  Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Upcoming Lunch with Lisas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>April 27  – Discussion with Made Here, the creative place-making initiative to fill empty downtown storefronts</li>\r\n	<li>May – Bill Leaf will talk about tourism master planning</li>\r\n	<li>June  – Field trip to Claire Givens Violin, premier violin reconstruction/repair; 40 people may attending in two groups of 20.  Contact Lisa’s office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping starting April 13 running through May 9</li>\r\n	<li>Yard waste pickup will begin in Kenwood on April 11</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa highlighted the state of the Hennepin/Lyndale Reconstruction Project road closures</li>\r\n	<li>On April 21, Board of Adjustment will be hearing variance for property at 2401 Sheridan Ave.  Adjacent residents will receive a notice in the mail by April 10<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa provided an overview of her and Council Member Barb Johnsons plan for the city to work with the Park Board to provide funding for neighborhood parks</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Gathering will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include a brief meeting:  the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association activities for the year.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lakes, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>As an action taken between meetings, the board approved the hiring of Red Wagon Pizza, and will be paid for by KIAA funds estimated at $1890.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong>2016/2017 Budgeting</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the merits and limitations of creating a budget for the 2016/2017 operating year.   The primary concern and is the complexity of the requirements for using various funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt Spies will coordinate an assembly of board members to explore ways to implement a framework for spending and raising KIAA funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board has indicated that they do not have capacity for an additional movie in the park for summer 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>An Oriole feeding station will be installed in Cedar Lake Park between May 3 – May 17 by Kenwood Elementary School students.  The project is sponsored by Birchbark Books.  Bird watching volunteers are needed.  Contact <a href=\"mailto:Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com\">Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>NOTE: The following information was approved to be added to the minutes by a motion taken after the meeting.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith (update provided in abstentia)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Since the March KIAA meeting, letters opposing the current SWLRT Kenilworth Plan were sent to Governor Dayton, Lt Governor Smith.  An aide in Governor Dayton’s office responded and assisted in getting a response from Adam Duininck, Chair, Metropolitan Council.  The letter thanked KIAA for our participation in the process and informed the following points:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Final EIS will be published in 2<sup>nd</sup> Quarter of 2016, and no other responses will be forthcoming until then.  In the EIS will be the answers to KIAAs (and others) DEIS and SDEIS responses.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a ten day public comment period</li>\r\n	<li>There will be no process for resolution of further concerns as this is not a part of the process of the National Environmental Protection Act process.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn expressed to the aide in Governor Dayton’s office that securing a form response from Mr Duininck was secondary to our concerns.  He asked for Governor Dayton to confirm that he was aware of and supports or does not support the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>That a derailment collision between an ethanol train and light rail train will be a significant danger to the community and Target Field.</li>\r\n	<li>That other less expensive and more flexible options for transit exist, including bus rapid transit</li>\r\n	<li>That the Chain of Lakes could be degraded due to pile driving</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is a defendant in a lawsuit over failure to disclose discussions of other routes</li>\r\n	<li>That ridership of an Uptown line would well exceed the current alignment</li>\r\n	<li>That projected ridership figures at 21<sup>st</sup> St Station are not credible</li>\r\n	<li>That there will be 22 hours of contiguous noise every five minutes in one of the quietest areas in Minneapolis</li>\r\n	<li>That not one low income neighborhood will be within reasonable walking distance of any Minneapolis station.</li>\r\n	<li>We asked for an appointment with the Governor.  There was no response.  Shawn waited ten days and said that because the Governor failed to respond, we would need to inform our constituents that our elected officials and the Governor are aware of the above controversies and find them to be acceptable.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Larry Moran at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is our Annual Neighborhood Gathering on Monday, May 2nd at 6 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner in front of The Kenwood and BeArtrageous. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org   </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> March 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 7th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi.  Also present Patrick Sadler, Pat Scott, Phil Nordberg, Laureen Carlson, Will Stensrud\r\n\r\nMarch Agenda was Approved Unanimously\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Patrick Sadler, Lisa Goodman’s Office</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Community Planning and Economic Development plan for both Ward 7 and the city were provided.  Any residents that would like a copy can contact Lisa’s office or go to the City Website.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be Noon, March 30<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall; the topic is Sister Cities of Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work continues on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Please contact Lisa’s office to receive email updates on construction closures.</li>\r\n	<li>The Workplace Partnership Meetings proceed to review sick time and paid time off policy.  A final recommendation is due March 16.</li>\r\n	<li>There are openings on multiple boards and commissions in Minneapolis.  Any interested residents can apply via the city website.</li>\r\n	<li>The Community Connection Conference is Saturday April 2<sup>nd</sup> at the Minneapolis Convention Center to kick off 3 Year Planning for Minneapolis 2040.  The public is invited.  Jeanette suggested that Lisa’s office post information to Next Door to ensure the 7<sup>th</sup> Ward is represented if nobody from KIAA is able to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Reduced pricing is being offered for rain barrels and compost bins.  <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>. The city will also have a limited number of trees available to residents for $25.  You can order a tree for your property beginning March 21, see <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Request for Support of Variance for Accessory Dwelling, 2401 Sheridan Ave S – Phil Nordberg and Laureen Carlson</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Phil and Laureen requested variance support from KIAA to be able to add a bathroom and categorize their garage as an ADU.  The overall footprint will not change.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is generally supportive.  The petitioners have not spoken to each neighbor but will be sending out notices to all neighbors within 300 feet.  Jeanette motioned to support the variances, contingent that neighbors are all informed and have no objections.  Motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is in the process of confirming the open swim, pop up playground, and other activities for Summer 2016.  Event schedules will be published in Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette signed the agreement for extra police patrols.  With the warm weather, Matt is working with Park Police to start patrols.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities are being coordinated with Kenwood School, including bird watching.  Volunteers are needed to lead school hikes in April and May, please contact Angie Erdrich at angie_sandeep@yahoo.com</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that since the last meeting, letters were sent to the FTA, Senator Klobuchar, Senator Franken, and Rep Ellison as KIAA continues to escalate neighborhood concerns over this project.</li>\r\n	<li>A letter was also sent to Governor Dayton and Lt Governor Smith, with copies of the letters sent to the State and Federal officials asking for his support in getting a meaningful response to neighborhood concerns, which are centered on the risks and ripple effects of co-location of SWLRT and ethanol trains.  His office responded with questions, and KIAA is preparing a communication to send back.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will invite Sophia Ginis from the Met Council to our April meeting since she did not respond to our March meeting invitation.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion that despite our concerns, planning moves ahead unabated.  All are encouraged to contact their elected officials if they have concerns over co-location, noise, vibration, cost, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA has been actively communicating neighborhood concerns to local, state, and federal officials.  Due to an overall lack of responsiveness to those, the board approved a motion to send communication to President Obama, which will represent the highest level of escalation, and likely final, that the board will take.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Meeting - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Annual Meeting will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association financials.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lake Press, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie, Josine, and Matt are researching options for food to reduce costs from last year.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Board Succession Planning - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         With Ed stepping down, KIAA will need to fill the Treasurer role starting May 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is actively seeking new board members.  We need neighbors that are willing to volunteer 3-4 hours per month either as a board member or support a subcommittee.  There are several board members that have served for a decade or more and are looking to retire.  We need your help to fill these positions to continue the level of thoroughness being delivered today.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is seeking a representative for the Green Zone work being done by the city.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 1st, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Meg Forney, Amanda Vallone, and Jody Strakosch\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be February 24<sup>th</sup>.  The topic will be the City Workforce Training and Equity programs on Job Training.</li>\r\n	<li>2431 22<sup>nd</sup> St W ownership has requested a historic review and may be requesting a variance to the board in the near future.  Neighbors are reminded that KIAA is typically notified of variance requests and can help navigate the process.</li>\r\n	<li>The city prefers that the SWLRT station be called “Cedar Lake Station.”  The Met Council has suggested that 21<sup>st</sup> St Station is not a clear indicator of the location of the station but has asked for input.  (KIAA hesitates to put forth a suggestion because KIAA does not support co-location of freight and light rail, but if KIAA were to have a preference it would be West 21<sup>st</sup> St.)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Closing the Gap in Our Parks - Meg Forney</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meg is looking for volunteers to work for a Citizens Group to get signatures to support a referendum on the ballot for “The Closing of the Gap” for funding of $15M/year for the next 20 years to implement repairs in neighborhood parks.  If residents are interested, please contact Meg or Anita Tabb at the Park Board.  Additional information is available on the Park Board website.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Funding Recommendation – Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The success at East Cedar Lake Beach to reduce crime was in large part due to the partnership between KIAA and the Park Police.  The recommendation from Chief Ohotto was to spend $5000 for 2016 vs $8000 spent last year.  Police reports were reduced from 101 in 2014 to 56 in 2015.</li>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to spend $5000 for additional police patrols at ECLB in 2016 and be active early in the season.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that two disbursements were made in January relating to SWLRT planning and the Metro Blooms project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Thrill Kenwood – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>This event raised $400 for The Bridge for Youth.</li>\r\n	<li>The 1<sup>st</sup> annual Rock Kenwood Dance Party will be held at the Rec Center on Saturday February 27<sup>th</sup> from 3-6PM.  There will be a DJ, contests, crafting, and more.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt recapped the recent committee meeting and the programming ideas for 2016.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log rolling and Open Swim are planned to continue in 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>New ideas include puppet shows, art activities, potlucks, and more.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is considering putting forth up to $2000 of additional funding for activities, and discussed how to engage neighbors that might be interested in donating funds to support the activities.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  Jody reported that the November and December meetings were cancelled by the Met Council.  In the January meeting, progress updates were shared by the project office.  Final environmental impact statement is due in April.  Civil construction will begin fall of 2016.  There will be 29 private properties impacted by construction in Minneapolis, primarily adjacent to the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported that some responses were received from correspondence to Minnesota Senators and Representatives on the Transportation Committees.  Some responded to take KIAA response under advisement, and some spoke in favor of KIAA’s position opposing co-location.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn brought a motion to continue to present KIAA’s position opposing co-location to FTA officials in the Chicago office that are working with the Met Council on the alignment.  The board unanimously approved to send a letter.  Shawn will circulate it as an action between meetings for board review and final approval.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette is working to identify a point of contact for the Restorative Justice Program, who would coordinate community service work for the people in the program.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA recognizes Stephen Dean and his long standing contributions to the neighborhood. Kathie Constantine shared that his tailoring business in Downtown Kenwood is expected to close at the end of March.  He kept the neighborhood looking good with the many fine seams, hems, and alterations he provided over his 40 years in business, and we wish him well in retirement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:46 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>January 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met January 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A body was found frozen in the ice in the channel between Lake Calhoun and Lake of the Isles on January 4<sup>th</sup>.  It is not known to be a crime related situation and there is no danger to the public.  Residents are encouraged to demonstrate caution before proceeding to go out on the ice, especially areas that are not designated for winter recreational use.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is on Wednesday January 27<sup>th</sup>, the topic is a preview of the 2016 state legislative session. Senator Dibble among other elected officials are expected to attend.  Please contact Lisa’s office if you plan to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale utility work continues.  Sewer work will be necessary on Vineland Place near the Walker and Sculpture Garden.  Construction updates and road closures are available via Lisa’s office in her email updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Residents are advised that there needs to be a minimum 5 foot clearance on either side of alleys and driveways.  Neighbors are having difficulties accessing driveways and alleys when visitors or residents are parked within 5 feet of one.  This has been a challenge particularly at Kenwood Corner.  If access is blocked, neighbors can call 311 for assistance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed updated KIAA that the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District paid KIAA for the 15 neighborhood Raingarden projects.  KIAA will in turn pay MetroBlooms with these funds, as well as the KIAA share of $1134, approved at the December Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Noise Issues</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Local businesses are advised to ensure that their garbage and recycling services are observing local noise ordinances.  Garbage and recycling are not to be picked up prior to 6AM.  We love our local businesses.  Neighbors observing violations are encouraged to speak to the business owner first, and if unresolved then take a photo of the truck and email KIAA or Lisa Goodman’s office and we will contact the refuse service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt updated KIAA that the next ECLB Committee Meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan 26<sup>th</sup> at 7PM at the Kenwood Community Center.  All are welcome.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will invite Park Police Chief Ohotto to the February meeting to start the dialogue on the strategy for the summer of 2016.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the SWLRT environmental impact statement will not consider impacts of freight rail changes in the Kenilworth Corridor funded by the project, according to a recent email from the Southwest Project Office.  These changes include moving the rail much closer to homes, upgrading the tracks, building a bridge across the Kenilworth Canal, and removing many trees and green spaces.  Further, although the SWLRT project will spend tens of millions of dollars to “co-locate” freight and light rail, the Met Council says it “is not making freight rail permanent” in the Kenilworth Corridor.  KIAA is concerned that the upgraded freight rail infrastructure could encourage more trains at higher speeds, and create additional noise and safety concerns.  KIAA believes the SDEIS is flawed because it does not treat freight as a permanent condition, and therefore adverse impacts are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the section 106 meeting on December 3<sup>rd</sup>.  Section 106 protects historic properties impacted by federally funded projects.  The Kenilworth Channel is protected by section 106.  With input by Michael Schroeder of the MPRB, a bridge design has been agreed upon and the historic WPA retaining walls on the east side of the proposed bridge are now under consideration.  A memorandum of understanding will be developed in the coming months, and KIAA will decide whether or not to sign it when the time comes.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn, on behalf of KIAA, contacted each member of the Minnesota Senate and House Transportation Committees to surface the board’s continued concerns with co-location.  KIAA asked that the $135M of the state portion of the funding be put on hold.  This is to be voted on in the upcoming legislative session.  KIAA maintains that in a time of increased concern over rail safety, co-location of light rail and ethanol trains will pose a continual and sustained danger to the Kenwood neighborhood should there be a derailment. and we remain opposed to co-location.  The Minneapolis City Council, knowing of this risk, has nonetheless approved co-location, so KIAA is appealing to the state level.</li>\r\n	<li>County Commissioner Marion Greene is planning a public meeting on Wednesday, February 3<sup>rd</sup>.  KIAA will post time and place to NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Angie Erdrich will post in Next Door Kenwood a notice to invite neighbors to determine interest for the MetroBlooms Raingarden program for 2016</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lake of the Isles Skating Party is Sunday, January 24<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:38 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>December 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 7th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Larry Moran, Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi, Josine Peters  Also Present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n<h1>Agenda was approved unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since November Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby composed a letter to the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee articulating KIAA concerns that the SDEIS had shortcomings.  These arise from Met Council’s decision to treat freight rail as an “existing condition.” However, the SWLRT proposes creating permanent freight rail infrastructure where only temporary rail exists, and SDEIS failed to properly consider the safety, environmental, vibration, noise, and economic impact of that decision with freight rail as an existing condition.  In the December meeting, KIAA members voted in favor of sending the letter prior to the CMC.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>December 9<sup>th</sup> is the final opportunity for residents to testify at the City Council meeting regarding the 2016 budget and taxes.  Lisa encourages residents to appear in person or email their city representatives to provide testimony and input on how residential tax revenue is generated and spent.  This meeting will be in the past by the time these minutes are published, however residents are notified well in advance of the annual hearing in their Truth in Taxation statements for future tax years.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January.  December 14<sup>th</sup> marks the annual December Later with Lisa event at the Normandy Inn.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work is continuing on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Infrastructure has deteriorated further than expected and the project is approximately 6 weeks behind.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa confirmed that a variance at 2432 Sheridan Ave S was approved by the city.  This was endorsed by KIAA at the November meeting.  KIAA will seek input as broadly as possible for future requests</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed provided prior the meeting a recap of monies received from KIAA members as well as November transactions (expenditures), and these were discussed in the meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>The source of the remainder of Rain Garden funding was discussed.  Jeanette moved to use money from the NRP neighborhood livability Phase II fund.  Passed unanimously.  Mike Bono agreed to ensure that all city requirements were met to utilize that fund.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Resolution regarding Jean Deatrick’s contract – Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jean’s contract is set to expire at the end of the year.  Jean supports KIAA with communication, publication of the minutes, announcements, reimbursements, and other administrative activities.  Mike moved to extend her contract under the same terms until December 31<sup>st</sup> 2016.  Ed seconded the motion.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies\r\n<h1>·         Matt is reaching out to the Park Board to align on proposed activities for summer 2016.  KIAA continues to work on ensuring ECLB will be able to be used safely by all residents.  There will be a public meeting in January to discuss 2016 strategies, date/time/place to be posted on Nextdoor Kenwood.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA increased funding in 2015 to support existing funding from the Park Board et al, and research will be done to understand how much funding will be in place from other sources prior to a KIAA funding commitment for 2016.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Discussion continued from the November meeting regarding engaging state and federal officials over ongoing concerns for rail safety as well as other unaddressed concerns.  KIAA will contact state level transportation bill conferees to raise the concerns before end of year, and then again as State Legislators go back into session in February.  KIAA will also contact Federal Transit officials in advance of final funding of the line to ensure that federal officials are aware of local concerns with regard to safety, environmental, noise, vibration, and economic adverse effects not sufficiently addressed in the SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Metro Blooms is asking if KIAA would be interested in partnering on Rain Gardens again in 2016.  Angie will inform them of KIAA interest, pending gauging neighborhood interest.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:33 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met November 2nd, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since October Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA sent a response to the SWLRT project office regarding SWLRT Section 106 meeting Sept 23<sup>rd</sup>, as it relates to concerns over the traffic study.  There is a discrepancy in the ridership numbers vs SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Variance Request for Peterson Residence, 2432 Sheridan Ave S</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Request made in person by owners to enlarge the structure, extending a less than six foot variance along the property line.  A second variance was requested to extend the garage by five feet closer to the street, which is still within the set back.  Angie motioned to support, Matt to second, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws, Articles – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed changes to KIAA bylaws to modernize them, having consulted with Robert Cooper of the City of Minneapolis legal department.  For example, serving information via email vs paper mail, yet preserving multi modal communication which would include an annual newsletter or mailings at the discretion of KIAA.  Ed moved that KIAA approve the rewritten bylaws which would then be filed with the state, and stored on KIAA’s website.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed then moved to change articles of incorporation to update the registered office of KIAA to the Kenwood Rec Center.  Matt seconded, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Gardens – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved to pay $1134 for KIAA cost share to Metro Blooms (or up to $1200 in case of minor variance in the final invoice).  The costs increased due to decreased participation due to untenable soil conditions or other issues that were not able to be mitigated.  Motion seconded by Jim, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>The raingarden at Kenwood Corner was paid for by the private donations and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  In order to finalize funding, a sign is needed.  The sign will be reviewed as action taken outside the meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         ECLB committee met in October to debrief the year and start planning for next year.  Residents that have ideas for activities for 2016 are encouraged to contact Matt Spies.  2015 saw a tremendous amount of success and KIAA is excited to build on this success but needs continued neighborhood engagement even if there was an increase in usage via activities and a decrease in criminal activity.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Engagement with Anita Tabb and the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board was also discussed as an offline action.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA discussed whether to continue to engage in SWLRT via writing letters to state and federal officials addressing co-location concerns in the Kenilworth Corridor as KIAA was unable to gain support at the city level.  Specifically, to petition state and federal officials to withhold funding due to continuing and increasing concerns over the danger of the co-location of ethanol trains and SWLRT.  Further action to be taken between meetings, but accountability of individual public officials will be the focus, specifically, their knowledge of the risks, and how they plan to vote, is the plan of action via written correspondence.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood general community update.  Jeanette will encourage CM Greene to have the meeting, KIAA will not formally participate.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:43 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 5th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich.\r\n\r\nOthers present:  CM Lisa Goodman, Marc Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), 2 other attendees\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The September lunch with Lisa had over 75 attendees to hear about the Nicollet Mall renovation.  At the October Lunch with Lisa Wed Oct 21<sup>st</sup>, to commemorate the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, State Senator Steve Simon will speak about the Voting Rights Act.  Room 334 of the St Thomas Law School.  All are welcome to attend, please RSVP in advance to Lisa’s office.</li>\r\n	<li>Fall street sweeping will start on October 20<sup>th</sup>.  Please watch for parking restrictions.  Social media will be used to communicate dates.</li>\r\n	<li>Cedar Lake Parkway will be repaved – from 394 to the BNSF bridge.  It will start October 19<sup>th</sup>, last 6 days, and be a complete closure.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding variances and tear downs.  Neighbors are encouraged to review variance proposals with KIAA board so the board can be aware of variance requests.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed attended to any previously discussed financial compliance and efficiency concerns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed that bylaws be examined and modernized.  For example, the bylaws state that minutes must be maintained in a book.  However, now electronic copies are preferred to minimize paper waste.  Also that 1<sup>st</sup> class mail is used for communications, and now electronic notice is more economical and more efficient.  There was also a discussion on how to document action (votes) taken outside of meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark re-requested funding from KIAA for a rechargeable sound system to be used for neighborhood programming, at a cost of $2200.  Motion to fund passed with two abstentions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Hennepin Lake Community Wine Tasting Fundraiser – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is selling tickets to the event which is being held on Wed October 28<sup>th</sup>.  Advance ticket sales benefit KIAA.  Please email Jeanette Colby; email is available on the KIAA website.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>It was noted that each member of the City Council, Mayor Hodges, and Peter Wagenius received a copy of the KIAA SDEIS with a request to require more information regarding mitigation, co-location, and construction concerns prior to granting municipal consent.  However, there was no response to KIAA from the Mayor or the Council and all city council members voted the same as prior municipal consent.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood Q/A meeting for any outstanding questions regarding the SWLRT project.  Jeanette and Shawn will post to Nextdoor Kenwood this opportunity to have a dialogue, to gauge neighborhood interest.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette outlined the finding to the Section 106 Traffic Study.  The finding in the study was that there would not be substantial changes to traffic near historic 106 properties.  The findings of the study appear to be inconsistent with the SDEIS statements regarding how many riders will use the 21<sup>st</sup> St Station and how riders will access the station.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will draft a letter to state and federal officials highlighting the danger of co-location of ethanol trains and high voltage LRT wires in the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Announcements/New Business – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee continues to meet monthly.  Meetings are posted to Nextdoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>Thrill Kenwood is Saturday October 24<sup>th</sup>, at 3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, November 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSeptember 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met September 14th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Park Police Chief Ohotto, Mark Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), Jean Deatrich (Hill and Lakes), and 6 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>September Agenda was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Recognition for Kathy Low for her participation in KIAA and to Larry Moran for Chairing KIAA for the past three years.</li>\r\n	<li>It was agreed that a November KIAA newsletter will be published and mailed.  Articles will be needed and will need to be sent to Jean Deatrich.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich led a discussion regarding the final cost of the Raingarden Project, which will be finalized at a future date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Bylaw and Finance Update – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that he will put together a list of proposed bylaw changes that were discussed at the July KIAA meeting to be submitted.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed gave an overview of committed and past spending as a follow up to the account balance update emailed prior to the meeting.  It was determined to maintain one KIAA account going forward, instead of two, and Ed named some follow up tasks that he would tend to in order to ensure KIAA is compliant with the city policy, and it was also determined to maintain a May 31<sup>st</sup> fiscal year end and coincide with the annual election of the KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark requested funding from KIAA for the replacement of 3 picnic tables and a sound system.  A vote was deferred until ownership of the space where the picnic tables is housed could be confirmed.  Additionally, it was suggested that the Rec Center request funding from the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto/Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Chief Ohotto shared that police reports for ECLB were 69 in 2015 vs 2014 last year.  Most reports were misdemeanors.  He attributes the reduction to Matt Spies and his task force and the community involvement at the beach, as well as concerned residents calling 911 when incidents occurred.  Chief Ohotto recommended continued KIAA-funded hours and activities moving forward.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Subcommittee Meeting is on October 13<sup>th</sup> at 7PM, Kenwood Rec Center.  Residents are encouraged to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Permit Parking was discussed as a deterrent.  There is a Next Door thread discussing a petition to request it to deter beach attendance.  KIAA in the past has recommended that this is not a viable solution to deter crime, however agreed that the SubCommittee should reevaluate this as a solution to ensure that any recommendation reflects current views.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Amanda Vallone - beArtrageous</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda on behalf of beArtrageous proposed some activities for ECLB for 2016.  Activities would be for residents of all ages:  potlucks, craft parties, coffee and sunset gatherings, etc.  Activities would be funded by CPP or participants.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda requested funding from KIAA to fund Thrill Kenwood on October 24<sup>th</sup>.  The activity is a neighborhood dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at the corner of Penn and 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Proceeds go to Bridge for Youth, and emergency Shelter for for 10-17 year old youth.  KIAA approved $800 to fund the event, about 40% of the budget.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>MPRB Ice Rink Warming Hut – Cliff Swenson/Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>MPRB is considering updating the warming hut (without disruption to the footprint or skating area) at Lake of the Isles and across other rinks in the park system.  MPRB is beginning the process of informing city boards about the redesign, and if the project moves forward there would be a community engagement process in the future.  Goal is to have the project done by Fall 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Jeanette Colby/Shawn Smith/Jody Strakosch</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody updated from the Community Advisory Committee, which met recently and the Project Office is proceeding as if they have full funding.  Jody asked that the key elements of the project be a standing topic on the agenda going forward, including co-location, noise, vibration, etc.  Meetings occur the 4<sup>th</sup> Thursday of every month.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette offered to contact County Commissioner Marion Greene to see if we would conduct a public hearing to ask questions.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA agreed to distribute the SDEIS response to additional public officials.  The purpose is to gain support to get answers to those questions posed in the response, submitted to the Project Office in July 2015, that have yet to be answered.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, October 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met July 6th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Lisa Goodman, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee and KIAA Board Member-Elect), Jean Deatrick, and 2 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby nominated Matt Spies to the board and his appointment was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City of Minneapolis Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be August 26<sup>th</sup>.  Topic is TBD and Lisa is seeking input on ideas of broad interest to the ward.</li>\r\n	<li>NextDoor Kenwood will be increasingly used by the city for announcements and crime alerts, so neighbors are encouraged to sign up for the site.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion regarding street paving and repair.  Lisa encourages neighbors to call 3-1-1 to report any potholes in need of fill.  Major repaving for roads in need of repair could result in a potentially significant tax assessment for property owners on the street repaired.</li>\r\n	<li>Because of the buffer zone around parkland, it was emphasized that feral cats are not allowed in much of the Kenwood neighborhood, and should be reported to animal control.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report/Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Year end financial recaps were circulated to KIAA board members prior to the July meeting.  The balance sheet will be attached to the CPP annual report to be sent to the city.  KIAA fiscal year runs from June 1 to May 31 due to the timing of the election of the board in May.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA bylaws have not been updated in several years.  Ed offered to chair a subcommittee to review where updates should be made to allow more relevant communication methods, eg allowing electronic communication vs by US Mail.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP Annual Report – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the KIAA 2014 CPP Annual report be approved and sent to the city, and the motion was unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Dinkytown Historic Commercial Preservation – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The city is voting July 10<sup>th</sup> regarding preservation of the Dinkytown business district.  KIAA will circulate the letter from the preservation group should Kenwood residents wish to show support.  KIAA will not file a formal support with the city but voted to send a statement to the City Council in support of the Marcy Holmes Neighborhood Association (Dinkytown) in its adherence to its neighborhood small area plan.  Small area plans are developed with broad community input and may put parameters on developers to preserve neighborhood history and aesthetics.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Uptown Neighborhoods Working Group (UNWG) – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Per UNWG request, Josine attended the recent meeting of the working group and will provide input into the decisions and discussions related to the Uptown neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Raingardens Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The installations of raingardens in Kenwood continue to have interest in the neighborhood and Angie will continue to provide input and updates to Metro Blooms and KIAA.  20 Residences are approved to be funded by Metro Blooms and KIAA.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log Rolling continues to be a popular event – future dates will be announced on NextDoor Kenwood.  Open Water Swimming, sponsored by YWCA, is rolling out this summer.</li>\r\n	<li>Pledges have been raised for $1350 to fund a pop-up Adventure Park, 3 events to occur this summer.  Matt requested $750 in funding from KIAA to reach the goal of $3000 and for a fund to be established to be administered by KIAA to house the funding as it is collected.  Jeanette so moved and the motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Crime and Safety – Chief Ohotto provided an update in advance of the meeting that crime is down from prior years.  There are still some incidents that have required police response but of less frequency and severity vs prior summers.  Ed Pluimer reminded the board that $8K was allocated for increased police patrols this summer.  KIAA will continue to evaluate the effectiveness of the expenditure.</li>\r\n	<li>The next ECLB subcommittee meeting will be July 14<sup>th</sup> at Kenwood Rec Center and will be published on NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Supplementary Draft EIS Response – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS response was submitted to the board for review prior to the meeting.  There was a general discussion regarding edits related to construction impacts, property values.  Angie moved to approve the response with amendments, and the motion passed unanimously.  The amendments to increase the focus on the response relating to construction short term impacts (noise, vibration, road damage).  The KIAA response will be submitted to the Met Council, and a response will be requested, by the July 21<sup>st</sup> deadline.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Investing in Neighborhood Parks/Closing the Gap – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Minneapolis Park and Rec Board is conducting neighborhood hearings through late September to discuss the current state of Minneapolis Parks and those in need of repairs that may have been deferred.  Please see the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board for dates on upcoming hearings.  You can also email <a href=\"mailto:closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org\">closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org</a> for information and input.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, August 3rd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>June 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 1st, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and Jean Deatrich, and 3 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in June or July.  The next will be August 6<sup>th</sup>, topic is TBD.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa is sending out a weekly downtown event and construction alert including sporting and arts events and street closures.  Future emails will include the reconstruction of Hennepin at Lyndale, Nicollet Mall Reconstruction, etc. Residents can sign up for the weekly Friday email by emailing Lisa’s office.  She is hopeful that the information will help residents and visitors get around town a little easier with all the construction and exciting downtown events.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Streets events are starting, sponsored by the city and the Bicycle Coalition.  There will be road closures and roads will be open to pedestrians and bikers.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.openstreetsmpls.com/\">www.openstreetsmpls.com</a> for more information.</li>\r\n	<li>With the warm weather approaching, residents are advised to keep garages and homes locked when not home.  This will deter crimes of opportunity.  Also, keep valuables out of sight in your car, and keep your car locked even when it is in your garage.  Residents are encouraged to call 911 if you see any suspicious activity.  This will help control crimes of opportunity.</li>\r\n	<li>The City and the Park Board advise to water trees regularly, and advise against pruning ash trees, which can spread the Emerald Ash borer.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update (ECLB, “Hidden Beach”) – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Activities are being planned to increase resident usage of the beach.  Activities will mainly be sponsored by a 3<sup>rd</sup> party, not the Park Board or City.  Matt will submit an article to Hill and Lakes Press with more information in an upcoming issue.</li>\r\n	<li>The first log roll was held on Saturday May 30th with about 25 attendees.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Lake Swimming is in the planning stages, similar Lake Nokomis Open Swim.  The intent is to give residents the opportunity to swim in open water for exercise and triathlon training.  Also for trained swimmers that do not have access to a pool.  The open swim events will be managed by the YMCA.</li>\r\n	<li>Other events are being planned, such as morning meditations, arts events, and more.  Announcements will be shared via the Nextdoor Kenwood website, so please sign up for the site for alerts on upcoming events.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is working to see if a sign can be secured to post at the entrance of the beach area announcing the schedule of activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is doing an amazing job leading the ECLB subcommittee and KIAA appreciates his dedication and effort to bring fun activities to ECLB for everyone.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low outlined the revised neighborhood priority plan that was drafted to direct activities and advise the expenditure of Community Participation Program funds.  Changes to the former plan were advised in response to a recent survey of residents and ongoing KIAA priorities.  Kathy did not seek re-election and was handing the work off to the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Included in the plan is SWLRT work, additional police patrols for ECLB, monthly newsletter, and neighborhood programming activities.</li>\r\n	<li>The final revised plan will be submitted to the city and put on record in the KIAA archives.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS is now published which reflects co-location of Light Rail and Freight Rail.  LRT Done Right is drafting a response to the SDEIS (Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement).  Jeanette Colby proposed that KIAA utilize the LRT Done Right as a foundation to the response for KIAA.  The responses are due by July 6<sup>th</sup> unless an extension is granted.  KIAA will draft a response representative of views expressed by residents and an evaluation of the SDEIS.  Any resident can review the SDEIS at <a href=\"http://www.metrocouncil.org/\">www.metrocouncil.org</a>.  Residents are encouraged to review environmental findings and mitigation plans and provide input to the Met Council directly.  The City of Minneapolis and Park Board are each planning to submit a response to the SDEIS in addition to those of LRT Done Right and KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to be involved with the Citizens Advisory Committee.  KIAA did not support co-location of freight and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor, but will focus the feedback on mitigation that is needed as determined by the board for safety, vibration, noise, light, and economic potential adverse effects on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of KIAA Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby was elected to Chair of the Board.  Ed Pluimer was re-elected as Treasurer.  Larry Moran was elected Vice Chair, to help oversee that transition of the position of Chair to Jeanette.  Shawn Smith was re-elected to Secretary.  The website will be updated by Jean Deatrich to reflect the officers for the next annual period.  It was noted that new members will be needed to continue the work of the board as some members have served for several terms and new resident participation is needed for succession planning.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2015 KIAA 4<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA had its 4<sup>th</sup> annual gathering on May 5<sup>th</sup> in Downtown Kenwood, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">In attendance were the KIAA board, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene, MPRB Anita Tabb, Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, 8 serving board members up for re-election, and approximately 80 neighbors.</p>\r\nThe gathering began at 6PM. The weather was great and everyone enjoyed complimentary Red Wagon Pizza and beverages provided by KIAA. Janet Hallaway from The Bridge for Youth was available to answer questions regarding her organization and to take donations. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM. He stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year: SWLRT work including work on the CAC and mitigation of potential adverse effects to the neighborhood, support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Movies in the Park, Kenwood Carnival, and the Skating Party. He also introduced Matt Spies, who leads the subcommittee working to address concerns over East Cedar Lake “Hidden” Beach. Angie Erdrich gave an update on the Raingarden to be constructed at Kenwood Corner in August 2015.\r\n\r\nLarry introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to himself: Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Ed Pluimer, and Shawn Smith. Larry made the motion for re-election, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood. If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us. If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> April 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">The KIAA Board met April 6, 2015, at Kenwood Rec Center.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Board Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Others present: Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and other Kenwood residents</p>\r\n\r\n<h1><strong>7th Ward Update - City Council Member Lisa Goodman </strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping on most north/south streets will be the week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; east/west streets and the remaining north/south streets will be the week of April 20<sup>th</sup>. Yard waste pickup begins week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; use compostable bags or yard waste containers.</li>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be on Wednesday April 29<sup>th</sup>. Olga Viso, Executive Director of the Walker Art Center, will give an in-depth look at the Walker’s $75 million renovation plans, including the Sculpture Garden and improvements to the hill and along Vineland Place. As usual, please arrive between 11:30 - 11:45 am to get lunch and a seat for the program.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa Goodman is also arranging a visit to the Minneapolis Emergency Operations Center the week of May 4<sup>th</sup> for interested residents. The Center was moved to Fridley and improved after the 35W bridge collapse. Space will be limited. Notice will be sent to anyone who is signed up for her regular notices by email. (Email her office if you would like to be added to her distribution list.)</li>\r\n	<li>Some qualified residents of CIDNA and Lowry Hill have volunteered to be on the Kenilworth Station Art and Landscape Committee that will look at station area design for some of the Minneapolis Southwest Light Rail stations. Selections will be made soon; contact Lisa Goodman’s office if anyone else is interested. KIAA expressed the strong interest in having this committee consider ways that the presence of a station could have a positive impact on problems at East Cedar Lake beach. Lisa Goodman thinks the committee will be focused only on the station design.</li>\r\n	<li>The owners of 1800 Lake/Knox project have stopped pumping water from the basement of the building into Lake Calhoun in accordance with the consent decree.</li>\r\n	<li>The City’s composting program has started; organics can be taken to drop-off sites listed at <a href=\"http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996\">http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996</a>. One of the drop-off sites is the South Transfer Station, 2850 20th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55407. Organics pick up will start in April 2016 for the Kenwood neighborhood. Homeowners will be charged for the service whether they sign up for pick up or not.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The East Cedar Lake Beach KIAA subcommittee recently met and also conducted an online survey. Survey results will be posted on NextDoor; there was interest in log-rolling, which could be once/week in partnership with the maker of synthetic logs who lives in the area, as well as point-to-point swimming across Cedar Lake. The Park Board indicated that they would be supportive of this swimming by providing a lifeguard and allowing this activity, which normally is prohibited.</li>\r\n	<li>The subcommittee discussed that the Park Police are best situated to determine when to deploy extra policing funded by KIAA. Josine Peters introduced a resolution to allocate an additional $3,000 (when added to the previously approved $5,000, for a total of $8,000) of remaining KIAA NRP funds to the Police Buy-Back contract with the City. Jack Levi seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Another idea for positive programming at the Beach is a canoe paddle derby. Jeanette Colby has confirmed the details for one KIAA-sponsored event for all ages: the Open Eye Figure Theatre Driveway Tour will be on Friday, June 5th at 7 p.m. at East Cedar Lake Beach. Residents are invited to picnic and enjoy an innovative puppet show. Jeanette Colby introduced a resolution approving $400 for the event; Kathy Low seconded and it passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Long-term solutions to the problems at the Beach were also discussed at the subcommitee’s recent meeting. Some of the Park Board’s ideas to be considered in the future include fixing up trails and constructing restrooms. <strong>The</strong> suggestion that a CAC be formed as a forum for discussing these kinds of changes was met with enthusiasm.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>SWLRT Discussion - Kathy Low</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy provided an update on the 106 review (environmental review process re: adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties in the neighborhood). KIAA continues to use the PVN consulting firm to assist in our role as consulting party in this process. Kathy proposed a resolution to approve a contract with PVN for 2015 and to add $2,000 to the contract with the City using Neighborhood Priority Plan funds to cover this cost. The consultant will discuss with KIAA what scope of work is requested for each future meeting. It is possible that CIDNA will share in the cost of the consultant’s time to prepare and attend meetings<strong>.</strong> The motion was seconded and carried unanimously. Kathy will attend the next 106 meeting on April 22<sup>nd</sup> and KIAA will seek a new representative for future meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>KIAA Annual Gathering – Angie Erdrich, Ed Pluimer</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> outside the downtown Kenwood businesses on West 21<sup>st</sup> Street beginning at 6 pm. BeARTrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Ed proposed a resolution to allocate $100 each to help with expenses those two businesses will incur as well as funds to cover other KIAA expenses for supplies for the event. Kathy Low seconded and the resolution passed unanimously. Delicious individually-prepared pizza will be prepared on site by Red Wagon Pizza. There will be a brief presentation by Chair Larry Moran at 6:30 describing KIAA activities. The 2015-2016 KIAA board will then be elected: new board members are needed and encouraged to attend. Last year was a huge success and all residents are welcome. Donations to the Bridge for Youth will be accepted.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:25 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, May 4th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on 21<sup>st</sup> Street in front of the Kenwood businesses as described above. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident in each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kiaa55405@gmail.com.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met March 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee), Dr. Eric Larson, and 6 other attendees and neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>No Update this month</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto provided an update on how KIAA funding was utilized in the summer of 2014 beach season. A total of 93 hours were utilized by park police for a budget cost of $6084, over the authorization of $5000 by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Most offenses at ECLB are due to narcotics and alcohol. Submitted for the minutes was a 10 year recap of police reports. 2014 had 101 reports written (not necessarily arrests)</li>\r\n	<li>Chief would like to continue to have “buy back” patrols in 2015 and to have funding in place before June for proactive presence at the beach. The Chief’s recommendation was to have an officer present from 11AM till 4PM on scheduled days (from buy back funding), so as not to double up coverage that is regularly scheduled after 2PM till 10PM, based on availability. He also recommended the board reach out to the 5<sup>th</sup> Precinct City Attorney for partnership in increasing awareness of repeat offenders. Further, to reach out to Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams for support.</li>\r\n	<li>Preceding the recommendation of the Hidden Beach task force, which will be provided to KIAA later in March, Jeanette Colby made a motion to authorize $5000 initially pending the recommendation of the committee (to be finalized March 17<sup>th</sup> at the rec center at 6:30, public welcome) and to be revisited at a later date in case extra funding is needed due to ideas that come from the task force. Josine Peters seconded. Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Larry Moran provided an update from the Community Advisory Committee meeting (Jody Strakosch is the neighborhood CAC representative), which occurs the last Tuesday of each month. Topics included Development Reviews, Community Works, and Design and Engineering. The primary issue was the SDEIS which will be delayed until late Spring or early summer, or later. This is important as SDEIS would speak to the environmental impact of co-location of freight and LRT in the Kenilworth Corridor with a single tunnel. Once complete, the public will have a 45 day period to comment.</li>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low provided an update on the 106 review (adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties). In December, KIAA sent a letter outlining concerns on this topic. MnDot agreed to expedite traffic studies to assess impact of project. It remains unclear what, if any, mitigation will be done to mitigate potential adverse impacts on historic properties. Motion carried unanimously for Kathy Low to send the letter regarding KIAA position on the channel. Motion also carried unanimously to authorize an additional $500 to pay the consultants PVN to help KIAA prepare a response letter to the most recent 106 consultation meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>Dr. Eric Larson, neighbor, addressed the board regarding the transportation of flammable liquids through the Kenilworth Corridor alongside SWLRT. He sent a letter to Fire Chief Fruetel asking him to explore the inherent danger of, and a plan to manage and mitigate the damage in the event of a spill or fire resulting from an ethanol train accident. Construction of the shallow tunnel will occur 12 feet from the freight rail track. Motion carried unanimously to endorse the letter.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn Smith made a motion to update, sign on behalf of KIAA, and send a letter to Senator Dibble recapping the discussion on outstanding questions on SWLRT from the last two meetings, to outline where information is needed and outstanding concerns that are not addressed. Seconded by Josine, carried unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Sculpture Garden Renovation – Josine Peters (minutes addendum)</h1>\r\n<strong>Statement:</strong>\r\n\r\nAs part of the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden renovation, the Walker Art Center will temporarily remove most sculptures. Many will be in storage, but others will be on short- or long-term loan to a number of Twin Cities institutions so that the public can still enjoy them during the construction project. The Walker is still in conversation with these potential partners and is identifying particular works for relocation. No official decisions have been made.\r\n\r\nOne thing we know for certain is that the Frank Gehry <em>Standing Fish</em> will be relocated from the Cowles Conservatory in order to reimagine that particular space. A formal announcement will be made in early 2015 announcing the relocation of specific artworks and their locations.\r\n\r\nMore information can be found on Minneapolisparks.org. Search under “current projects”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Carnival</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Motion carried unanimously to authorize $750 Kenwood Carnival.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> in front of the Kenwood Restaurant, 6-7:30. BeArtrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Food will be Red Wagon Pizza. New prospective board members are welcome. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Volunteers are Needed for Earth Day Cleanup.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meet on Saturday, April 25<sup>th</sup> at the Kenwood Rec Center. 9:30-noon. More info to come in April.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>February 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met February 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; 4 neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1>Lunch with Lisa on Feb 25<sup>th</sup> and the topic is TBD at the time of this meeting. There will be a communication shortly to provide interested residents the time, place and topic. The last lunch was well attended with a speaker from the Youth Homelessness Initiative.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There is a wrecking permit pulled for a residence at 2536 Upton S for a replacement house.</li>\r\n	<li>Property valuation notices for 2015 have been mailed to residents. If residents would like to have a review for equalization of their property value, it must be done at this time. If you believe your property is not correctly assessed, please refer to the City of Minneapolis website for instructions. You will need to pull your own comparative properties and submit an application for review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update, Section 106 Review (potential affects of SWLRT on historic properties) – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that the next SWLRT section 106 consultation meeting is 2/6. KIAA will attend the meeting along with the other consulting parties; SWLRT project staff, the State Historic Preservation Office, City of Minneapolis, the Park Board, CIDNA, and others. This meeting concerns solely the impact on the historical Kenilworth Channel crossing. Adverse effects on neighborhood historic properties from construction as well as operation of the trains and related traffic will continue to be the top focus of KIAA at future 106 meetings. Jeanette Colby motioned to approve $500 for the KIAA retained consultants Preservation Design Works to attend the meeting, Josine Peters seconded. The motion was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a follow up discussion led by Larry Moran regarding the need for specifics from the SW Project office for what to expect in 2015 on the project to be able to inform residents and how best to obtain that information. Suggestions that were made would be finalized after the meeting as a follow up but included contacting representatives to request their attention to any concerns that are not being addressed.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Larry Moran</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA task force is continuing to work on solutions for the 2015 beach season. The importance of continuity was stressed for a neighborhood strategy to address neighborhood concerns regarding the beach. If KIAA funds extra park police patrols in 2015, KIAA would work with funding recipients to align on how the money would be spent, and would look to include Chief Ohotto and Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams in the conversations. Jack Levi to follow up with Kathy Williams for an update from the task force on long term strategies and next steps.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> January 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 5, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Vice Chair Mike Bono called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; Dan Pennie, Anne Carayon, Dylan Thomas (SW Journal), Jean Deatrick (Hill and Lakes Press), Bruce Brunner, Donna Minter, Jody Strakosch\r\n\r\n7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman\r\n<h1><em> </em>Lunch with Lisa on Jan 28<sup>th</sup> will feature a Youth Homelessness speaker. RSVP to Lisa’s office is appreciated.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>SWLRT. There will be CIDNA, KIAA, Bryn Mawr, and Cedar Lake Park Association representation on committees regarding the W 21<sup>st</sup> St and Penn Ave stations. The city is seeking individuals with landscape architecture experience to serve on the committees and give input on environmental mitigation and remediation strategies.</li>\r\n	<li>A CIDNA homeowner described damage to homes on Sunset Blvd from the recent Met Council sewer reconstruction project. The Met Council and its contractor have not satisfactorily addressed the homeowners’ property damage claims according to the testimonial. Kathy Low brought forth a resolution for discussion, similar to one recently passed by CIDNA, requesting that the Met Council revise processes to resolve damage disputes and compensate property owners who suffer damage due to Met Council projects, especially in light of the proposed SWLRT construction. Discussion on how to engage state and city leadership is an issue that is common to neighborhoods at risk of damage by construction, for the agenda of a January 21<sup>st</sup> meeting. Kathy Low moved for approval of the resolution. Jeanette Colby seconded. Unanimously passed and final version was published to KIAA post-meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that on 1/7 the Park Board will vote on two resolutions – 1) request approval of funding to complete a study of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel for SWLRT 2) a letter to the FTA stating that input from the Park Board has not been duly considered (note: the Park Board subsequently voted to approve these motions in the 1/7 meeting). In the board’s materials for discussion is the KIAA Section 106 letter (which is in regard to the adverse effects of construction on historic districts or properties). This letter was approved between KIAA monthly meetings. There was a general discussion regarding upcoming opportunities for neighborhood input, potentially coordinating input with CIDNA and Cedar Lake Park Association, and the reliability of the funding for above mentioned mitigation strategies.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Property Resolution – Kathy Low</h1>\r\nHidden Beach Committee\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike Bono surfaced the discussion of the formation of a KIAA committee to proactively handle concerns for Hidden Beach. The committee chair description was developed by Chair Larry Moran prior to the meeting and was reviewed by the board members present. Angie Erdrich offered to get input on the draft description from Kathy Williams and the Hidden Beach committee she chairs currently.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nKIAA Annual Gathering\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The date of the Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. Preparations are underway and more details are to come. All neighbors are encouraged to join in the annual celebration of our neighborhood, and participate in the election of the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nRain Gardens\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich shared that 20 residents had applied for raingardens. A huge win for the</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>The Rain Garden grant is through Metro Blooms.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Addendum:</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The City of Minneapolis Public Works Department, after consultation with the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board, is working with a contractor to install a temporary diversion of the stormwater system from an outfall pipe in the Lagoon (between Lake of the Isles and Lake Calhoun) to the north shoreline of Lake Calhoun.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWork on the installation begain last week and is expected to be completed by January 16.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Mike Bono at 8:39 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<table width=\"640\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"9\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"4\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n&nbsp;','KIAA','','inherit','closed','closed','','1607-revision-11','','','2017-11-20 17:56:23','2017-11-20 23:56:23','',1607,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/11/20/1607-revision-11/',0,'revision','',0),(1218,2,'2015-05-01 20:19:43','2015-05-02 01:19:43','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2015 meetings will be held on January 5, February 2, March 2, April 6, and May 4 (unless the May annual meeting format and date are changed.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. 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Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2016 meetings will be held on June 6, July 11, September 12, October 3, November 7, and December 5.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-147','','','2017-01-21 14:05:02','2017-01-21 20:05:02','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/01/21/240-revision-147/',0,'revision','',0),(1405,2,'2017-01-21 14:08:26','2017-01-21 20:08:26','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2016 meetings will be held on June 6, July 11, September 12, October 3, November 7, and December 5.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-148','','','2017-01-21 14:08:26','2017-01-21 20:08:26','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/01/21/240-revision-148/',0,'revision','',0),(1406,2,'2017-01-21 14:26:26','2017-01-21 20:26:26','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2016 meetings will be held on June 6, July 11, September 12, October 3, November 7, and December 5.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-149','','','2017-01-21 14:26:26','2017-01-21 20:26:26','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/01/21/240-revision-149/',0,'revision','',0),(1407,2,'2017-01-21 14:28:20','2017-01-21 20:28:20','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2016 meetings will be held on June 6, July 11, September 12, October 3, November 7, and December 5.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-150','','','2017-01-21 14:28:20','2017-01-21 20:28:20','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/01/21/240-revision-150/',0,'revision','',0),(1393,2,'2017-01-21 13:16:19','2017-01-21 19:16:19','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2016 meetings will be held on June 6, July 11, September 12, October 3, November 7, and December 5.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-145','','','2017-01-21 13:16:19','2017-01-21 19:16:19','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/01/21/240-revision-145/',0,'revision','',0),(1601,1,'2017-10-02 12:38:29','2017-10-02 17:38:29','&nbsp;\n<div>-</div>\n(click on a topic below to view)\n\n<a href=\"#what\">What is KIAA?</a>\n\n<a href=\"#message\">Message from KIAA Chair</a>\n\n<a href=\"#listing\">Listing of Board Members</a>\n\n<a href=\"#join\">Join a Committee</a>\n\n<a href=\"#support\">Support Our Neighborhood</a>\n\n<a href=\"#minutes\">KIAA Board Meeting Minutes</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Bylaws_2011.pdf\">KIAA bylaws (click for PDF)</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-EEO-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA EEO Policy_approved 120312</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-ADA-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA ADA Policy_approved 120312</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/KIAA-Grievance-Procedure1.docx\">KIAA Grievance Procedure</a>\n<div>-</div>\n<strong><a name=\"what\"></a></strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>What is KIAA ?</strong>\n\n<strong>Kenwood Isles Area Association</strong> <strong></strong>is a volunteer organization of Kenwood residents who, since 1962, have worked together in a collaborative effort to address issues and matters related to maintaining and improving the quality of life in our neighborhood. The neighborhood-elected Board of Directors generally meets the 1st Monday of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. These meetings are open to the public. The topics of discussion include:\n\nA City Council update from Lisa Goodman, our City Council representative\n\nA Treasurer’s report\n\nCommittee updates\n\nOther neighborhood updates/news\n\nWe invite you to attend our meetings and to become involved in the neighborhood by joining the Board or serving on one of our committees: Communications, Crime and Safety, Events/Special Projects, Light Rail Transit (LRT), Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP), and Zoning.\n\nWe also invite you to participate in our neighborhood events which include:\n\nThe City of Lakes Loppet and neighborhood skating party in late January/early February\n\nOur annual neighborhood meeting in May\n\nSpecial events in Kenwood Park during the summer\n\nThe Twin Cities Marathon in early October.\n\n<strong>KIAA Mission Statement</strong> – To build a strong community in the Kenwood-Isles area by providing leadership, information on local matters, and a forum for issues resolution.\n\n<strong>Kenwood Mascot</strong>, Egret (Why the Egret you ask? Unknown.)\n\n<strong>Kenwood Color</strong>, Red (Why red you ask? Unknown.)\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\"><img title=\"egret-red\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"448\" height=\"261\" /></a>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Message from KIAA Chair</strong> –\n\nThe KIAA Board continues to work on issues affecting Kenwood residents. These issues include:\n<ol>\n	<li><strong>Light Rail</strong>. The planned construction of light rail in the neighborhood brings both great opportunity and challenge. Connecting to a growing system will allow residents access to the western suburbs, both downtowns, the northern suburbs, and the airport. We face two challenges with the arrival of light rail: we need to ensure that it moves safely through the neighborhood; we need to work to make sure that is has the least impact on the neighborhood and the environment. To that end, we have neighbors on the various committees that are making decisions on design, station areas, and the mitigation of the overall effect the project will have on the neighborhood.</li>\n	<li><strong>Freight Rail Re-Route</strong>. The approved plan for the light rail construction requires the reroute of the freight line out of the Kenilworth Corridor (because of space constraints). Currently, there is discussion to redesign the project in order to allow both light rail and freight rail to run in the corridor. KIAA Board members are involved in meetings that discuss the issue and are trying to make sure resident concerns are heard.</li>\n	<li><strong>Parade Road</strong>. Though it is not in Kenwood, the reconstruction of the road in front of Parade Ice Garden affects many residents. We have followed the discussions and have heard presentations from Anita Tabb, our Park Board Representative.</li>\n	<li><strong>The Budget</strong>. As we faced last year, budget issues are affecting Kenwood Recreation Center. We are working closely with the management of the center to offer whatever help we can.</li>\n</ol>\nWe invite your input and involvement in any of these issues. We also are glad to hear from you about any other issue you think is affecting the quality of life in our neighborhood. Join us for our monthly board meeting. Volunteer to be part of the board or work on specific board committees (e.g., LRT, zoning, communications, crime and safety). Visit our new website (<strong><a href=\"../../\">http://kenwoodminneapolis.org</a></strong>) and stay informed on neighborhood events and news.\n\nThanks and have a great spring!\n\nKIAA Board Chair\n<div>-</div>\n<strong><a name=\"listing\"></a></strong>\n\n<strong>KIAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS</strong>\n\n<strong>Shawn Smith (Chair)</strong>\n\n<a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>\n\n<strong>Larry Moran (Vice Chair) </strong>\n\n<a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\n\n<strong>Jack Levi (Secretary)</strong>\n\n<a href=\"mailto:jack@levicapital.com\">jack@levicapital.com</a>\n\n<strong>Matthew Spies (Treasurer)</strong>\n\n<strong></strong>matthew.spies@gmail.com\n\n<strong><strong>Michael Bono</strong></strong>\n\n<a href=\"mailto:mbono@brocade.com\">mbono@brocade.com</a>\n\n<strong><strong>Mark Brown</strong></strong>\n\n<a href=\"mailto:pluim2020@aol.com\">M</a>ark@AcceleratedInnovations.com\n\n<strong>Jeanette Colby</strong>\n\n<strong></strong><a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\n\n<strong>Angie Erdrich</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><a href=\"mailto:angie_sandeep@yahoo.com\">angie_sandeep@yahoo.c</a>om\n\n<strong>Carl Goldstein</strong>\n\ncarl@wordsonfire.com\n\n<strong>Kyle Leier</strong>\n\nKyleier@gmail.com\n\n<strong>Jeremy Nichols</strong>\n\njsn@umn.edu\n\n<strong>Will Stensrud</strong>\n\nwillstensrud@gmail.com\n\n&nbsp;\n<div><strong>Join a Committee</strong> – The <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> would love to have more neighborhood participation on our standing committees. We need your ideas on how to make the <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> even better and more relevant to everyone in the neighborhood. Any one who lives or owns property in the Kenwood neighborhood is eligible to join. If you are interested in participating, please contact any of the committee members listed:</div>\n<table width=\"810\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Communications </strong>(Chair is vacant) –This committee works toward better communication among neighbors, KIAA Board members, and other organizations and entities. It also works to promote the Kenwood neighborhood.Responsibilities include:</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<ul>\n	<li>Publishing the semi-annual KIAA newsletter and monthly e-newsletter</li>\n	<li>Maintaining the KIAA web site</li>\n	<li>Creating/maintaining the neighborhood welcome kit</li>\n	<li>Developing communication materials and methods</li>\n	<li>Maintaining the neighborhood e-mail distribution list</li>\n</ul>\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong> Chair is Mark Johnson – <a href=\"mailto:mjruns26@gmail.com\">mjruns26@gmail.com</a>\n\nThis committee works to promote safety in the Kenwood neighborhood.Goals include:\n<ul>\n	<li>Keeping the community safe</li>\n	<li>Educating residents about safety issues</li>\n	<li>Communicating information about crimes in the area in a timely and accurate manner</li>\n	<li>Recruiting block leaders</li>\n	<li>Maintaining a relationship with the Minneapolis Police Dept. and Crime Prevention Specialist</li>\n	<li>For more information or to subscribe to the quarterly e-newsletter for our precinct (the 5th) visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>or text SPOTLIGHT to 22828.</li>\n</ul>\n<strong>Events/Special Projects</strong> Chair is Amy Lucas – <a href=\"mailto:amylucas@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">amymlucas@gmail.com</a>\n\nThis committee plans neighborhood events and works with the Kenwood Recreation Center staff and other neighborhood associations to co-sponsor events. It also addresses issues of current interest to neighborhood residents and ensures KIAA representation on community task forces.Some of the annual events coordinated by this committee are:\n<ul>\n	<li>Skating party</li>\n	<li>Earth day/community cleanup day</li>\n	<li>Neighborhood Annual Meeting</li>\n</ul>\n<strong>LRT</strong> Chair is Jeanette Colby – <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\" target=\"_blank\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\n\nHennepin County and the Met Council are planning a light rail line (SWLRT) between Eden Prairie and downtown Minneapolis that would run along the Kenilworth Trail through the Kenwood neighborhood. KIAA has taken an active role in advocating for high design standards and mitigation that protect our parks and neighborhood.Responsibilities include:\n<ul>\n	<li>Attending community meetings</li>\n	<li>Drafting resolutions</li>\n	<li>Communicating with the KIAA Board and neighbors</li>\n</ul>\n<strong></strong><strong>NRP </strong>Chair position is vacant\n\nThis committee acts as liaison with the Minneapolis Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) and with the new Minneapolis Neighborhood &amp; Community Relations (NCR) Department.  Responsibilities include:\n<ul>\n	<li>Management of our NRP funds</li>\n	<li>Solicitation of neighborhood projects to be recipients of our NRP funds</li>\n	<li>Completion of required paperwork</li>\n	<li>Development and implementation of our NRP Phase II plan</li>\n	<li>Communication with NRP staff and neighborhood activists citywide regarding NRP matters</li>\n	<li>Communications and written materials required by new Minneapolis NCR Department</li>\n	<li>Frequent updates regarding NRP and Minneapolis NCR/NCEC matters at KIAA Board meetings</li>\n</ul>\n<strong>Zoning</strong> Chair is Larry Moran – <a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\n\nThis committee acts as the liaison between neighborhood homeowners seeking variances or conditional use permits and the KIAA Board.  Responsibilities include:\n<ul>\n	<li>Responding to neighbor’s questions regarding neighborhood zoning rules</li>\n	<li>Communicating the variance or conditional use permit process to neighbors</li>\n	<li>Meeting with neighbors to review any variance or conditional use permit requests</li>\n	<li>Communicating with Minneapolis zoning and planning officials</li>\n	<li>Presenting requests for variances or conditional use permits to the KIAA Board</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<div>-</div>\n<strong><a name=\"support\"></a></strong>\n\n<strong>Support Our Neighborhood – </strong>Your membership helps<strong> KIAA</strong> support neighborhood projects and events. Click on the link below to download a PDF of the membership form, then print out the form:\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?attachment_id=113\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-113\">KIAA_Membership form (PDF)</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform.gif\"><img title=\"KIAA Membership Form\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform-150x150.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\n<div>-<strong>July 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 7/10/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center<ins cite=\"mailto:Lucas%20Lucas\" datetime=\"2012-07-16T18:56\"></ins></p>\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nDirectors - Elect present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Absent:  Mark Brown.\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the  “50% design regarding Peavey Plaza”</li>\n	<li>The Penn/Oliver reconstruction project continues; the Penn Ave S setback has been approved. You can go to the Penn Oliver website for more information. Hard finish will be before 8/25/17, before school starts</li>\n	<li>The home on 2431 W22nd St is a potential teardown: No news yet regarding this property</li>\n	<li>Aug 1, 2017 is National Night Out: Permit application is by July 18<sup>th</sup> to avoid $100 fee.</li>\n	<li>Kmart on Lake St: The City is thinking about alternative locations for KMart. The City owns the land and building and the lease expires in 2050. Kmart’s demands are currently not acceptable to the City, so there is a deadlock for now on negotiations.</li>\n	<li>Regarding the 35W reconstruction: Starting in August, Interstate 35W will be under construction between I-94 in downtown Minneapolis and 46th Street. Bridges across 35W will be repaired or reconstructed.</li>\n	<li>The Pirate Mermaid event is on July 15 1-3pm. Need help with pirate booty and lemonade; Jeanette has offered to help.</li>\n	<li>There will be a photo area for families to take pictures</li>\n	<li>Has KIAA done a neighborhood walking tour? Amanda thinks it would be a good idea. She will propose something.</li>\n</ul>\n<h1></h1>\n<h1>East Cedar Lake event – Amanda Vallone</h1>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach – Matt Spies</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>The family event that took place in June resulted in commotion at the beach. The police presence diminished after that.  Then, another day following this commotion, there was a fight at the beach, followed by confrontation between the beachgoers and the police.  Following these events, KIAA met with the police; Matt sent a memo to the KIAA Board regarding this meeting with the police 2 weeks ago.</li>\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding encampments at Hidden Beach (as well as around South Minneapolis).</li>\n	<li>Ron wants to go over photos for ideas regarding paths for walking around the Hidden Beach area, as well as other parts of Cedar Lake. KIAA would like to hear his ideas and then form a committee to steer ideas into reality.</li>\n	<li>South Cedar Beach will be re-designed as a result of a private donation.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1></h1>\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>John Peterson</strong>\n\nThis organization makes saunas available by bringing the sauna to the public. It is a mobile sauna 20X8 ft. John was referred to the park board to obtain a permit.\n\nThe company is now a coop and they are trying to expand. They currently have 141 members.\n\nJohn would like to do an event in August 2017 at Hidden Beach.\n\nJeanette raised the issue that beach goers should be invited to make reservations, not just Kenwood residents. In general, the KIAA board that this would support the KIAA objective for positive programming at the beach.\n\nThe Motion for sauna operation at Hidden Beach by Will was approved by all.\n\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\nMatt gave a KIAA financial report covering current account balances and monthly financial activity.\n<h1></h1>\n<h1>2017 Neighborhood Priority Plan– Mike Bono</h1>\n&nbsp;\n\nThe following was approved by the KIAA Board today:\n\n&nbsp;\n\nKenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) is participating in the Community Participation Program (CPP) for Minneapolis neighborhood organizations. CPP is a city program designed to give residents and property owners the power to improve or maintain their own neighborhoods and direct city resources to fit their needs.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nThe goal of Neighborhood Priority Plans is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners. Neighborhood Priority Plans must be developed and adopted through a thorough neighborhood participation process. The plan identifies preliminary neighborhood priorities (as identified by the neighborhood) and potential partners.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\nBased on the result of the neighborhood survey, KIAA proposes to use its Community Participation Program funds allocated to the Neighborhood Priority Plan as listed below:\n\n&nbsp;\n\n1) Support community outreach and consulting services related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n2) Provide funding for landscaping around Lake of the Isles and for spreading awareness about preserving Cedar Lake Park.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n3) Provide funding for increased crime prevention and safety activities.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n4) Support the Kenwood Recreation Center, Kenwood School, and local businesses with funding for programming activities.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n5) Continue to fund a resource to assist KIAA with its communication efforts.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nSpecifically, the proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan would include but no be limited to:\n\n&nbsp;\n<ul>\n	<li>Supporting cooperative efforts with surrounding neighborhoods and organizations to minimize negative impacts on the Kenilworth trail as a result of the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<ul>\n	<li>Provide funding to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<ul>\n	<li>Continuing annual support of additional police patrols at East Cedar Lake Beach and other crime prevention activities such as increased police patrols in the alleys.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<ul>\n	<li>Contracting for part-time help to continue the monthly e-newsletter, and other communication efforts including developments regarding LRT.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<ul>\n	<li>Providing funding for educational programming and social activities with Kenwood School</li>\n</ul>\n<h1></h1>\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on September 11, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n</div>\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a>June Minutes</strong>\n\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met June 5<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</strong></p>\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n\nDirectors - Elect present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\n\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n<h1>Highlights from the KIAA Annual Gathering - All</h1>\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n<ul>\n	<li>The KIAA Annual Gathering was held on Monday May 8<sup>th</sup> (rain date)</li>\n	<li>Total attendees were approximately 100.</li>\n	<li>The 2017-2018 board was elected, including 3 new board members (Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein).  Josine Peters stepped down, and we thank her for her service.</li>\n	<li>Speakers included Louise Erdrich regarding the renovation of the former Stephen Dean’s Tailors space, and Deb Pilger from MPRB regarding goats at Hidden Beach.  MetroBlooms and Hennepin County Recycling set up information tables.</li>\n</ul>\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n<ul>\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction utility and roadwork is beginning.  The work will be completed by early fall.</li>\n	<li>The Annual Lunch with Lisa Field Trip will happen June 21<sup>st</sup> at 11:45AM.  You can choose from an Arts Tour of the Sculpture Garden, or a Hard Hat Tour of The Target Center Renovation.  Please contact Lisa’s office, as space is limited.  The next Lunch with Lisa is in September and will cover the Peavey Plaza renovation.</li>\n	<li>The City will not be able to ban plastic bags from grocery stores as originally planned (due to state legislative pre-emption).  The City is exploring other options and strategies to reduce the use of plastic bags.</li>\n	<li>Household hazardous waste events are occurring in June, July, and August.  The city will recover or recycle paint, solvents, etc. for free.  The next two are June 23-24 at the Public Works Facility (3607 E 44<sup>th</sup> St), and July 28-29 at Jenny Lind Elementary (5025 Bryant Ave N)</li>\n	<li>There was an open discussion on plastic bags, organic composting, downtown crime</li>\n</ul>\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Election of Officers - All\n\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n<ul>\n	<li>The board elected officers for the 2017-2018 season, and welcomed three new directors.  The new KIAA board was unanimously approved by vote; Chair:  Shawn Smith.  Vice-Chair:  Larry Moran.  Treasurer:  Matt Spies.  Secretary:  Jack Levi.</li>\n</ul>\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n\nConflict of Interest Policy - All\n\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n<ul>\n	<li>The KIAA Board approved the KIAA Conflict of Interest Policy by email voting on April 26<sup>th</sup>, 2017.</li>\n	<li>Each board member signed the policy which is designed to 1) protect public trust in the integrity of the KIAA-decision making process and 2) to establish the procedures applicable to the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest in the context of transactions or arrangements entered into by KIAA where a member may have a financial interest in or fiduciary responsibility towards an entity with which KIAA is negotiating a transaction or arrangement.</li>\n</ul>\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n<ul>\n	<li>Matt reported that donations in 2017 were down more than 50% vs. 2016.  This needs to be a focus for the upcoming fiscal year.  Jeanette made a motion to approve reimbursements as noted on financial detail.  Approved unanimously.</li>\n</ul>\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Oriole Feeding Installations/Prairie Restoration Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n<ul>\n	<li>Angie requested reimbursement for $192 to support the installation of the Oriole Feeding Station, to plant new plants in the prairie restoration area and food for the orioles.  The plants are consistent with the strategy as they are part of the natural environment for the prairie and orioles.  The funding was already approved at the April meeting and is under budget so was approved unanimously.</li>\n</ul>\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Programming– Will Stensruud</h1>\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n<ul>\n	<li>Mark Brown and Will Stensruud planned the June 10<sup>th</sup> Family Beach Opener.  Artrageous is hosting activities for kids.  Jeanette moved to approve $300 for food and refreshments and not more than $500.  Approved unanimously.</li>\n	<li>There will be a Summer Solstice Celebration on Wednesday, June 21<sup>st</sup>.  Artrageous is hosting the solstice party and it will be shared via social media.</li>\n	<li>Yoga is free to the public (hosted by KIAA) is held every Thursday at 7PM.</li>\n	<li>Open water swims start Monday June 19<sup>th</sup>.  Participants must sign up with the Park Board.</li>\n</ul>\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Jim Gilroy Bench Dedication – Angie Erdrich</h1>\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n<ul>\n	<li>KIAA last year lost a beloved board member, Jim Gilroy.  Thanks to the generosity of Kenwood residents, Jim’s friends and family, a bench was purchased in his memory on the Lake of the Isles Walking Path, across from Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church.  On Sunday, June 25<sup>th</sup> (1-5PM) there will be a dedication picnic.  All are welcome to attend to celebrate his life.</li>\n</ul>\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Park Board Update – Mark Holtey\n\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n<ul>\n	<li>The Kenwood Rec Center will receive a Little Library this month.</li>\n	<li>There will be a Minnesota Zoomobile Presentation Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> at the Kenwood Park Picnic area from 1-1:45PM.</li>\n	<li>Movies in the Park at Kenwood Part resumes Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> 15 minutes after dusk.  This month’s showing will be <em>Hidden Figures</em>.</li>\n</ul>\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n\nChair Jeanette Colby adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m.\n\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on Monday, July 10th, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\n\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>April 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met April 3<sup>rd</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</strong></p>\n<strong> <img title=\"More...\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-includes/js/tinymce/plugins/wordpress/img/trans.gif\" alt=\"\" />Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown, Angie Erdrich, and Matt Spies.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick.</strong>\n<h1><strong><em> </em></strong></h1>\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction is scheduled to begin within a couple of months. The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting reviewing the project on April 25<sup>th</sup> at 6:30 at the Kenwood Rec Center.  There will be a separate public meeting on the assessment, tentatively scheduled for May 9<sup>th</sup>.</li>\n	<li>The April 26<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will host representatives from the Park Board and Walker Sculpture Garden.  They will discuss public art and sculpture, including updates on the Walker.  Please call Lisa’s office to order a lunch in advance ($10).</li>\n	<li>Street sweeping begins April 11. <a href=\"http://www.minneapolis.gov/streetsweeping\">www.minneapolismn.gov/publicworks/streetsweeping</a>.  Please be sure to follow parking restrictions to avoid a ticket.  Yard waste bundles will also be picked up at the same time – place it with recycling for pickup.  Do not sweep into the street as it is damaging to the environment.</li>\n	<li>As Backyard Fire season begins, please observe City Rules:  Permitted only 9AM to 10PM, burn only untreated fire wood (no trash), fire must be 25 feet from a structure and in a fire ring.</li>\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\n	<li>I-35W will be under rehabilitation starting Summer 2017-Fall 2021, between 43<sup>rd</sup> St S and 15<sup>th</sup> St.  Please see <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis</a>.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies (Pre-Report)</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Matt pre-reported less than $2500 in expenditures for the month, which included payments for the Hill and Lake Press Annual Sponsorship, down payments for the annual gathering, and board liability insurance.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>2552 W Lake of the Isles Variance – Ryan Smith, Tyler Hillger</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Construction on the vacant lot at 2552 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway will require two variances to build as designed:  1) Front Yard Setback.  Due to the curve of the street, the setback rule would place the house in violation.  The variance would allow the setback variance to be consistent with the adjacent homes.  As designed, the front of the home will be behind the front of the original home down in 2004.  2) Terrace Square Footage Maximum.  The planned terrace would be allowable if variance 1 is approved.</li>\n	<li>KIAA did not make a motion on the variance and requested that the board be kept informed and adjacent neighbors directly engaged by the homeowner.</li>\n	<li>If approved by the city, construction would begin late summer 2017.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>CPP and Priority Plan</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to approve the 2016 KIAA CPP Annual Report, which will be submitted to the city.</li>\n	<li>Mike presented a Financial Interest and Fiduciary Responsibility conflict of interest policy, now required by Minneapolis, to preserve public trust in the integrity of KIAA decision-making process.  The policy, once signed, will also be posted to the KIAA website.  The policy will be voted on between meetings to allow board members time to review.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Will Stensruud</h1>\n<h1>·         Will reviewed the proposed budget for the summer of 2017 at $5450, to support programming: Yoga, Log Rolling, June 10 Summer Kickoff Party, BeArtrageous, and a Music Series.  Motions were made to fund June 10<sup>th</sup> Summer Kickoff ($1300), Yoga ($600 for 10 sessions), the June 21<sup>st</sup> Solstice Party ($150), July 15<sup>th</sup> Pirates and Mermaids ($500).  Approved unanimously.</h1>\n<h1>·         An additional expenditure of $2000 was proposed to buy a generator to fill a bounce house for weekly events.  Due to liability concerns, the subcommittee was asked to go back and research further prior to a vote on the funding.</h1>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Annual Gathering May 1<sup>st</sup> – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>The Gathering is 6-7:30 at Kenwood Corner</li>\n	<li>KIAA board members are requested to sign up for tasks.</li>\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.  Current board members were requested to announce their intent to run prior to the next meeting.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project Updates – Shawn Smith</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Shawn provides updates on this standing topic, the #1 priority for the board per the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey.</li>\n	<li>County Transit Improvement Board did not vote unanimously from disbanding, with Dakota County voting against without a larger payout, and Hennepin County against because commissioners knew that CTIB would not disband.  It remains to be seen whether a county sales tax can be implemented to fund the missing state share of $135M</li>\n	<li>SWLRT and Bottineau line are not approved for funding in the new proposed federal budget.  84 State legislators signed a letter to Transportation Secretary Chao further requesting that funding be withheld because it did not have legislative support.</li>\n	<li>Files are advancing at the state level to remove/increase railroad liability for co-location, block any future light rail transit without state approval, and implement terms and elections to Met Council officials.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:45 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is the Annual Gathering on Monday, May 1st, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, </strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>March 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 6<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.</p>\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mark Brown, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\n<h1> The Agenda Was Approved Unanimously</h1>\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting held during the month of April, an announcement will be sent out on Next Door.  There will be a public hearing in May regarding the assessment.</li>\n	<li>The March 29<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will be an update on Peavey Plaza renovations.</li>\n	<li>Unspent and frozen NRP money will be returned to neighborhoods.  Kenwood received $1000 back.  The amount received by Kenwood for NRP was mostly spent in support of our neighborhood priorities.</li>\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>KIAA donated $750 to support the Kenwood School auction.</li>\n	<li>The board discussed the importance of managing the budget on a three-year cycle, tied to the funding cycle from the city.  Also discussed was ensuring that the budget would address reimbursable expenditures vs non-reimbursable expenditures that depend on neighbor contributions.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies, Mark Brown</h1>\n<h1>·         Matt submitted a proposal to define objectives for the 2017 season, focusing on the implementation of 3 recurring activities such as puppet shows, yoga, log rolling, etc.  Additionally, how to engage the Park Board to implement improvements to the beach prior to SWLRT operations.</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>KIAA will continue to take the lead on planning the programming.  Options will be discussed for future seasons to fund an intern to manage the programming and community outreach.  For 2017, a subcommittee will be formed to develop the action plan and report to the board at the April meeting.  Larry noted that it is important to share the plan at the annual neighborhood gathering on May 1<sup>st</sup>.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>The gathering is May 1<sup>st</sup>.  Angie put together a to-do and sign up list for tasks that need to be completed to have a successful event.  The biggest issue to finalize is food.  KIAA is exploring different options that can reduce cost.  An option is to identify any neighborhood caterers or restaurant owners to support the event with food.</li>\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January Citizens Advisory Council meeting.   The Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District voted unanimously to permit SWLRT for construction through the waters that it manages.  Cedar Lake and the Kenilworth Channel drain into the creek and the Mississippi River, which MCWD manages.</li>\n	<li>On March 8<sup>th</sup>, County Transit Improvement Board voted to disband, clearing the way for Hennepin County to implement a 50 cent sales tax to fund SWLRT state share and ongoing operational costs.  However, because Dakota County voted against disbanding, there will be a process to follow where either CTIB will have one county member, or increasing the buyout to the county to gain their vote.</li>\n	<li>Full federal funding grant of $900M, if awarded, will happen by the end of June.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Updates:  Please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 3<sup>rd</sup>, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 6th, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Mark Brown, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Police Chief Ohotto, and 4 other residents.\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\nCity Council Update – Lisa Goodman\n<ul>\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner and contribute 7% of the total budget of $1M.  There will be a large neighborhood meeting held in advance to share details.  Work will be completed prior to fall.</li>\n	<li>The February 22<sup>nd</sup> Lunch with Lisa topic is Emergency Preparedness, including natural disasters and pandemic readiness.  Please contact her office if you would like to attend.</li>\n	<li>Ward 7 has been prioritized for the City’s Tree Planting Program.  Residents can get information and order trees March 6-12 at <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.  There will be a lottery, and those selected will be notified by March 22.  Trees will have a nominal cost to residents.</li>\n	<li>Jeanette provided an update on the parking situation in Downtown Kenwood.  She reported that the business owners did not support a KIAA proposed solution to add restrict parking to one side of 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Another possible solution is to clarify the parking signs on Penn Avenue in front of Kenwood School.  One resident from Oliver Ave expressed his concerns on the adverse effect he is experiencing.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\n<h1>·         KIAA dedicated $5000 for police overtime (80 hours of patrols).  2016 had the second lowest number of police reports since the lowest year (2008).</h1>\n<h1>·         The Chief continues to recommend a balance of extra patrols with the positive programming that has happened in the last 2 years.  Neighborhood involvement/usage of the beach is also important, vs. solely relying on police patrols.</h1>\n<h1>·         Jeanette moved to spend $5000 for 2017 continued additional policing, pending the securing of city funding via the Neighborhood Priority Plan contract.  Mike will inform the board once city funding is confirmed.</h1>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party – Jeanette Colby</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>The party was rescheduled for February 12<sup>th</sup> due to poor ice conditions.  KIAA will still contribute cookies towards the event.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Residents donated $747 last month, most in response to the annual newsletter.  KIAA also received some city reimbursements, totaling $2500.  KIAA appreciates the local funding of the neighborhood residents.</li>\n	<li>Jean Deatrich has helped Matt mail thank you letters in response to all donations.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Letter of Concern over 3020 Kenwood Parkway – Jeanette Colby</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Calhoun-Isles Association is opposing the construction of a Residential High Rise on the Northeast Corner of Lake Calhoun that would possibly violate the Shoreland Overlay District and would certainly be in opposition to local ordinance.  The building would be 59 feet tall and out of character with the surrounding neighborhood.</li>\n	<li>Jeanette proposed a letter stating KIAA’s position that developers need to respect the overlay district not only for this project/lake but for future projects and other lakes.  This position supports the KIAA Neighborhood Priority of protecting the environment, lakes, and waterways.  The Overlay height restriction exists to protect the lake edge from out of scale development, shading, and wind concentration and a negative human caused impact on the environment.  Larry moved to send the letter, approved unanimously.  A response was received from CM Lisa Bender that it does not violate the Overlay Disctrict but does violate local zoning.  Jeanette is working with the city and C-I Association to clarify.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby</h1>\n<h1>·         The annual gathering and board elections are May 1.  Any residents that would like to run for a board position are encouraged to contact KIAA; ssmith288@me.com.</h1>\n<h1>·         To reduce costs, new food alternatives will be considered for the annual gathering.</h1>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Kenwood School Request – Angie Erdrich</h1>\n<h1>·         The School requested $750 in funding to be a sponsor of the Kenwood School Auction and Fundraiser.  KIAA supported this request in 2016.</h1>\n<h1>·         KIAA view is that the funding supports the Neighborhood Priority of supporting robust programming and education our Kenwood School, which not only serves Kenwood children but children from other parts of the city.  Shawn moved to support the funding, unanimously approved.</h1>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January CAC meeting.   The Southwest Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\n	<li>Shawn shared that at the State Legislature GOP leadership is challenging that the Met Council will rely on the state to pay 50% of ongoing operating costs for light rail and transit but the state has no voice in which or how many projects are built.  That would mean that there is no elected voice in the regional transit plan and required state funding.</li>\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District is meeting on February 23<sup>rd</sup> to vote whether to approve permits for SWLRT construction and operation in areas that MCWD manages.  The MCWD is responsible for maintaining the water quality for the Watershed, which includes the Chain of Lakes.  The public comment period closed February 2<sup>nd,</sup> and many testified concerns about conflicts of interest with MCWD managers.  Most managers were appointed by Hennepin County Commissioners, that support the project.</li>\n	<li>As only 3 Kenwood properties are identified to have severe averse impacts, KIAA will consider funding an independent study of vibration and noise similar to one conducted at the Minneapolis/St Louis Park border.  The study would evaluate the Kenilworth Corridor north of the Kenilworth Channel.  Jeanette will contact the engineers to find out if there would be any benefit and what the cost would be.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\n<h1>·         Matt will kick off the planning for ECLB programming for 2017.  He will solicit resident ideas.</h1>\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\nJanuary 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 9th, 2017 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Will Stensrud, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Directors Absent:  Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mike Bono, Treasurer Matt Spies.\n\n&nbsp;\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\n<ul>\n	<li>Snow Emergencies are communicated via Facebook, Instragram, Email/text alerts, City of Minneapolis Mobile App.  All residents are encouraged to sign up for alerts to be aware of when Snow Emergencies are declared.</li>\n	<li>Road Sand is available from the City Public Works Sites, to be placed in a barrel in areas that are needed.  Please contact Lisa’s office to request a barrel of sand.</li>\n	<li>Christmas Trees are recycled by the city.  Please put your trees at your regular pickup site.  Old Christmas lights can also be recycled; go to <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>.</li>\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is January 25<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall.  The topic is Public Art, including a sneak preview of the Nicollet Mall art.  Lisa is always interested in constituents’ ideas for topics.</li>\n	<li>Jeanette brought to Lisa’s attention NRP survey results to get her perspective on what is within the city’s ability to address.  Many issues raised in the survey, including noise and excessive speed are regulated and difficult to enforce.  Any public works issues such as alley defects should be directed to Lisa’s office.  Jeanette will follow up with Lisa to address the continuing parking and alley access problem by Downtown Kenwood.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Warming House – Kathy Spraitz</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Kathy shared that a volunteer group with representatives from from CIDNA, Lowry Hill and East Isles, the Minneapolis Parks Foundation, MPRB staff and local architects are considering that the warming house should be replaced, in part based on age (18 years old). The cost to bring the structure in and out by crane is increasing to $20K per year; a new structure designed to be more easily transported could make moving it less expensive. The idea being discussed is to change the structure into one that can be used all year, across different sites, for different purposes. There will be a design competition and funds raised. KIAA supports the idea of replacement but there was a discussion as to whether it\'s appropriate for KIAA to contribute neighborhood funds.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Treasurer Report – Jeanette Colby</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Several contributions were received in January ($398) as a result of the Fall Newsletter.  KIAA appreciates the support and Matt will work with Jean to send acknowledgement letters to the donors.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Angie will provide via cookies for the party funded by KIAA.  The party is January 22<sup>nd</sup> from 1-3PM.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Application – Angie Erdrich</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>KIAA will help manage the process for Rain garden applications and awarding grants from MetroBlooms.  This year is the third year of this partnership, and this year there will be no cost to KIAA.  KIAA will make an in-kind donation of time and resources to promote the initiative.  More information will be provided by the end of January.  Rain gardens support our NRP initiative of protecting the lakes and environment.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Cedar Lake Orioles Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Angie is leading engagement with Kenwood School to reinstall Oriole feeding stations this spring.  Last year, orioles were abundant and several classes visited Cedar Lake Park to see them, accompanied by teachers and neighborhood volunteers.  This initiative is important because it drives more family and educational opportunities at Cedar Lake.  Angie requested $200 for laminated signs and feeding station supplies (food).  Jeanette moved to approve, unanimously approved.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Annual Gathering Planning Kickoff – Angie Erdrich</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>The annual gathering will be May 1<sup>st</sup> in downtown Kenwood, which includes food and election of KIAA officers.  In order to keep costs in check, other food options will be explored.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Communication Committee – Jeanette Colby</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Will, Mark, and Jeanette will work with Jean regarding a communication committee and communication plan.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Shawn shared that CTIB is likely in the process of self-dissolving so that Hennepin County can raise the transit sales tax to .5%, to fund the missing $140M state share of funding.</li>\n	<li>There was a discussion whether to contact the FTA regarding Met Council compliance to 2012 Certification Requirements for Federal Funding, and without a vote KIAA determined not to take any action.</li>\n	<li>The Met Council is contacting three LRT- adjacent property owners to discuss construction.  These are the only houses at 21<sup>st</sup> St that the Met Council deems to be impacted by LRT operations.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mark Brown</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>The top 5 priorities from the survey were identified – SWLRT, Lakes/Parks/Environment, Kenwood Rec Center events, Hidden Beach Safety, and Kenwood School.  Jeanette wrote a summary report to share with anyone interested.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>East Calhoun Association is asking KIAA to support opposition to a 54 foot tall residential building to be built adjacent to Tin Fish on Lake Calhoun (replacing 3 existing homes).  The proposed structure would be within the Shoreland Overlay District which has a height restriction of 36 feet.  As an action taken between meetings, the proposal will be reviewed and voted on whether to support or not support the opposition.</li>\n	<li>Park Board Police Chief Ohotto will be invited to attend the KIAA February Meeting.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>December 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 5th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).\n\n&nbsp;\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\n<ul>\n	<li>Minneapolis finalizes its 2017 budget on December 7th.  On November 30<sup>th</sup>, there was a public hearing; 45 people provided testimony on the mayor’s proposed budget. There was a significant organized effort to reduce proposed police budgeting in favor of more community based non-profit policing.  The mayor had proposed adding 15 additional sworn officers as 2016 had the lowest number of officers this decade, 100 less than 2009.  Neighborhoods Organizing for Change challenged that increase.  (Addendum Post KIAA Meeting:  December 7<sup>th</sup> saw a similar number of testimonials and content, and the budget was adopted with the 15 additional officers.)</li>\n	<li>The budget also proposes a new position of Small Business Navigator.  This position would assist small businesses in navigating the Minneapolis city laws and regulations.  Lisa supports up to 4 positions in order to help small business navigate the city’s complex licensing and codes.</li>\n	<li>Lisa emphasized that the Final Truth in Taxation notices that were mailed in November did not include the voter approved school special taxation levy.  Therefore, property taxes are understated by approximately 10%.  Revised Final Notices will not be mailed.  (Note to residents:  look at your 2016 School District Voter Approved Levy to see approximately how much your 2017 taxes are understated.</li>\n	<li>Car2Go is ending operations in Minneapolis because of two business conditions that created an inability for the company to be profitable.  1)  The city mandated that Car2Go distribute cars equitably throughout the city; however, because some neighborhoods had higher origination/destination usage than others, the company incurred high costs to redistribute cars, and some cars sat idle in lower-used neighborhoods.  Publicly, Car2Go cited that they were taxed/licensed at a car rental rate, which is higher than that of taxis and other ride-share services.</li>\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January after December 12ths Later with Lisa.  Lisa is interested in constituent input for topics for her schedule of 2017 lunches.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>New Board Member – Jeanette Colby</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Jeanette introduced Will Stensrud, who with his family purchased a home in Kenwood one year ago.  Will asked to join the board to become more involved in the issues that shape Kenwood.  Jeanette motioned to approve his addition, and it was approved unanimously.  Welcome Will!</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>November was a busy month for SWLRT.  The FTA accepted testimony regarding Metropolitan Council accountability and adherence to process to determine certification for federal dollars for the next 4 years.  Many Kenwood residents sent testimony, including the LRT Done Right group.  Testimonials were published in last month’s Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\n	<li>Shawn stated that there are two key next steps where KIAA will engage in SWLRT:  1) Follow up with the FTA to find out about how the neighborhoods testimony will be used, and will the findings be made available to the public, and 2) SWRLT construction and mitigation is the top issue surfaced in the annual NRP survey, and KIAA will continue to keep SWLRT as a standing KIAA meeting topic, and publish updates in the Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\n	<li>LRT Done Right organization is engaging and meeting with key elected officials in the coming month to gain information and understanding of positions heading into the 2017 State Legislative Session.  Officials at the state, county, city, and park board will be met with.  KIAA’s position against residential development on the Kenilworth Trail/SWLRT line will be communicated.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Matt reviewed the monthly balance sheet for KIAA as well as the expenditures and revenues for the month.  There was minimal activity during the month: payments made to Jean Deatrick and Post net for the Fall Newsletter, as well as a small payment to reimburse Pop Up Playground expense at “Hidden Beach,” and one donation.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono, Mark Brown</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>KIAA has submitted its Community Participation Program application for the upcoming three-year funding cycle by the City of Minneapolis, worth $25K annually to Kenwood.  KIAA is in the process of canvassing the neighborhood to determine the specific priorities to include in the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of NPP is to identify major initiatives for neighborhood organizations, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\n	<li>The results of the Neighborhood Priorities survey were reviewed.  Top issues identified were SWLRT mitigation, protecting the lakes, East Cedar Lake Beach safety, supporting Kenwood Community Center activities/Common gathering place, more street lighting.</li>\n	<li>Jeanette noted that only 60 responses were received.  The link to the survey was put in the KIAA Fall Newsletter, Nextdoor, and Hill and Lakes Press.  Jean Deatrick will email out a link to her neighborhood email list and extend the deadline to December 18<sup>th</sup> to capture more feedback to feed the Top 5 Priorities.  There will also be future discussion on how to address other priorities received in written comments.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>The Lake of the Isles Warming House will be replaced.  The Park Board is considering a mobile structure that can be used all year.  Neighborhood Associations are being approached to provide funding.  There was discussion as to whether or not neighborhood funds should be used towards this project in light of the “Close the Gap” funding recently allocated to the Park Board, totaling $11M annually and funded by property tax increases.</li>\n	<li>Action taken between meetings:  The board approved up to $200 to place a sign in Downtown Kenwood to help address the continued concerns over parking issues.  It will direct patrons towards alternative parking locations and try to keep alley access clear.  Exact wording and structure is under discussion.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:27 p.m.\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 9th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>November 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met November 7th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters.\n\n&nbsp;\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member</strong>\n<ul>\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in November due to Thanksgiving.  On Monday December 12<sup>th</sup> at 4:30pm will be Later with Lisa, her annual holiday party.  It will be held at the Normandy Inn.  Cash bar, parking is free.</li>\n	<li>Street sweeping is completed as of November 15th, as is yard waste pickup, for the season.  The city does not sweep alleys, leaf removal there is the responsibility of the home owner.</li>\n	<li>The house at 1204 Kenwood Parkway is under historic review.</li>\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction is on track to be complete by December.</li>\n	<li>Lisa shared the Mayor’s 2017 Proposed Budget.  The board reviewed the budget and gleaned that the proposed levy increase is driven primarily by 1) 59 new positions in the city, 2) Park Board/City agreement on 20 Year Plan, 3) additional spending on social programs and grants to Non-Profit organizations.  The Truth in Taxation Hearing is November 30<sup>th</sup> at City Hall, and the budget will be adopted on December 7<sup>th</sup>.  Public testimony will be heard at both.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Monthly expenditures were for the Gilroy Memorial Bench and the Thrill Kenwood, offset by city funds.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Jody is the Citizen Advisory Committee representative to the Metropolitan Council and the CAC met last month.  Jody shared updates on SWLRT that were learned in the meeting.\n<ul>\n	<li>LRT trains normally sound a horn coming out of a tunnel, but it will not sound when emerging from the tunnel in the Kenilworth Corridor.  There are also bells on each train that sound at road crossings, but at 21<sup>st</sup> St these will not sound and there will be a stationary bell.  This will allow for less variance in the sound impact and more reliable noise mitigation.</li>\n	<li>Revenue service is estimated to begin in 2021.  Construction is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\n	<li>Construction will begin in Fall 2017 to move the freight lines in the Kenilworth Corridor; there will be five phases of construction in our neighborhood and it is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\n	<li>Met Council representatives will be going door to door to record structural conditions of homes in order to establish a baseline for potential damage as a result of construction.  Addresses/scheduling to be announced in December.  It is not determined how repairs will be handled that are a result of construction.</li>\n	<li>The CAC November meeting was cancelled.  At future meetings Jody will continue to press for information and we will share in this space.</li>\n	<li>Shawn attended the FTA review of the Metropolitan Council’s certification on November 2<sup>nd</sup>.  The FTA certifies the Met Council every four years as a process to approve the Council to continue to receive federal funds.  Shawn shared that 5 speakers used SWLRT as an example where the Met Council did not consistently deliver against the objectives that the FTA measures against.  The public has until November 30<sup>th</sup> to provide testimony; if interested, please contact Shawn at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Applications</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Sign Ups are now being taken for 2017 Good Steward Raingardens.  Raingardens on your property help reduce pollution in our lakes.  MetroBlooms and KIAA are teaming up to install reduced-cost raingardens for 15 Kenwood homeowners.  Cost is reduced through a Good Steward Grant (cost to homeowners will be approximately $350 for a $2,000 raingarden).  Email Laura Scholl to get on the list:  <a href=\"mailto:laura@metroblooms.org\">laura@metroblooms.org</a></li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>KIAA will be applying for the next three-year cycle of funding by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program for $25K annually.  KIAA will submit its Community Participation Program application that will include the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of the Neighborhood Priority Plan is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the CPP application be approved, Mark seconded, unanimously passed.</li>\n	<li>A survey to solicit neighborhood input for the priority plan will be sent this month to ensure that monies are directed in the direction of projects that are valued by residents.  Here is the link: <a href=\"https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp\">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp</a>  (If link doesn’t work, type in your browser)</li>\n	<li>This season was one of the lowest in terms of police incidents in recent history.  The full end of season report will be published in the KIAA Fall Newletter, being mailed this month.</li>\n</ul>\n<h1></h1>\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach end of season report – Matt Spies</h1>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>KIAA is receiving neighborhood impact letters from the Restorative Justice program from citations at East Cedar Lake Beach.  Fines can be waived if the cited writes a letter of atonement.</li>\n	<li>Shawn attended October’s Lunch with Lisa.  The topic was the 20 Year Park Plan and it was covered in detail by Superintendent Jayne Miller and Board President Anita Tabb.  The Kenwood Park will not receive any funding from the 20 Year Park Plan as it is not a high priority park as determined by the Park and Rec Board.  Examples of criteria on how prioritization were assessed are Areas of Racially Concentrated Poverty, Populations of Color, Population Density, Youth Population, Asset Lifespan, and Neighborhood Density.  Kenwood Park will still receive its funding as part of the regular budgeting process.  Shawn learned that The Park Board will have approximately $11M of annual incremental funding via the city and park board levy.  Shawn also learned that if Minneapolis were to implement a $15 minimum wage, it would increase payroll for the Park Board by approximately $2.2M annually.  It was not clear how the Park Board would adjust the plan or mitigate the impact of that wage increase without affecting the 20 Year Plan.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:34 p.m.\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong> October 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 3rd, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Josine Peters.\n\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Neighborhood and Community Relations Department – Jack Whitehurst</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Mr. Whitehurst represented the city for the annual board survey which the city is conducting.  The purpose of the survey is to gain demographic information on the makeup of city boards.</li>\n	<li>KIAA encourages all residents of the neighborhood who would like to serve on the board regardless of demographic background.</li>\n	<li>There was a general discussion on Neighborhood Action Plan money status.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Matt presented an update on in/outflow of cash for the fiscal year, as well as a spending/income forecast through 2019.  Matt will present a financial report at each KIAA monthly meeting going forward.  This will allow for accurate planning on an annual basis going forward so expenditures can be prioritized.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – All</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>KIAA will be sending a survey to gain feedback on resident’s priorities to be addressed in the Neighborhood Priority Plan, which needs to be filed in November.  The survey was edited and approved to be sent.</li>\n	<li>The new warming house for Lake of the Isles winter skating area is still under consideration by the Minneapolis Park Board.  The new warming house is in concept stage.  Neighborhood associations may be approached to support it financially.</li>\n	<li>Amanda Vallone from BeArtrageous is planning Thrill Kenwood, a successful Halloween party that has been held in the years past.  The board approved repeating a $750 contribution towards the event.</li>\n	<li>The Jim Gilroy memorial bench (former board member, deceased) has been installed and all who donated are appreciated.</li>\n	<li>KIAA Fall newsletter is in process to be published by November.</li>\n	<li>KIAA was informed by a MPRB tree inspector who visited the Rec Center corner that 7 diseased crab apple and trees will be removed. They will be replaced in Spring 2017 with 3 North Star Cherry trees and 4 Mont Royal plum trees, which are disease resistant with useful fruit for the public to eat.</li>\n</ul>\n<h1></h1>\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\nSeptember 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met September 12th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Dee Montgomery (Heritage Coalition).\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Shawn moved for approval of the agenda, with the addition of Dee Montgomery’s topic, and it was approved unanimously.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be September 28<sup>th</sup> at Opus Hall.  The topic is still being determined.  Lisa is always open to suggestions for topics for Lunch with Lisa, please contact her office with ideas.</li>\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale construction is still on schedule to be finished this fall.  Hennepin northbound will be open in the coming weeks.</li>\n	<li>The local government channels are changing as follows:  Comcast HD will be 799, and Standard Definition will be 14.  Century Link HD will be 8501, and standard definition will be 8001, Multilingual HD will be 8502, and standard definition multilingual will be 8002.</li>\n	<li>November 8<sup>th</sup> election early voting starts September 23<sup>rd</sup>.  There are 4 early voting locations in Minneapolis, please see the city website for more details.  Shawn Smith stated that the voting period was starting very early considering the first Presidential Debate is not until September 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Historic Marker Restoration Project – Dee Montgomery</h1>\n<h1>·         The centennial marker commemorating the establishment of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation will be restored.  The original boundary of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation included areas of Kenwood, and the marker that is being replaced is located on the southeast edge of Lake of the Isles.  The Heritage Commission has its own funds; tax dollars will not be used.</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>The board advised Dee to consult with Native Americans to ensure that any concerns regarding the history and commemoration of Fort Snelling were heard.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>KIAA is pushing for clarification and information with the warning bell and mitigation strategy at the 21<sup>st</sup> St crossing.  KIAA has requested involvement from Commissioner Marion Greene and expressed the need for her support on this issue with the Southwest Project Office.  There are concerns over the volume of the proposed wayside bell.</li>\n	<li>The Section 106 process is continuing now that the Memorandum of Understanding is executed.  This pertains to mitigation strategies for Grand Rounds eg landscaping, retaining walls, shoreline treatments, etc.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\n<ul>\n	<li>Parking continues to be an issue where patrons are parking too close to the alley, blocking driveways, too close to stop signs, etc</li>\n	<li>KIAA will continue to explore signing solutions – parking is allowed at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\n<ul>\n	<li>Increasing neighborhood programming at the beach remains a KIAA focus.  It is part of the overall strategy to reduce crime and improve public safety.</li>\n	<li>Matt reported that 35 kids came to the Play Space “pop up playground” and the strategy was successful.  The board approved a $25 increase to the funding to cover extra expenses.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Jeanette reiterated the need to work on the Priority Plan Strategy, which will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.  Mike Bono, Matt, and Mark Brown will work on the subcommittee.  The CPP application is due November 10.</li>\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood.</li>\n	<li>The 2016 Minneapolis Housing Resource Guide is published.  This is a resource for associations and homeowners.  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/\">www.minneapolismn.gov</a>.</li>\n	<li>A motion was approved to reimburse Deb Gilroy for $100 for the expenses related to placing a bench for former board member Jim Gilroy.</li>\n</ul>\n<h1></h1>\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>July 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\n\n<strong>By Shawn Smith</strong>\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met July 11th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Chief Jason Ohotto and two of his officers, Jean Deatrick, and three neighbors.\n\n<strong>Opening Activities</strong>\n<h1><em> </em>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</h1>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>No lunch with Lisa in July or August.  Please be sure to sign up for Lisa’s email list to get updates on construction, traffic, and event updates.</li>\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues.  The Hennepin/Vineland intersection will have major work done in July/August.  The overall project is on schedule for completion by November.</li>\n	<li>The variance at 2000 W 21<sup>st</sup> St was approved.</li>\n	<li>Early voting is open for the 2016 primary.  Election judges are needed this year.  Please call Lisa’s office to sign up to be a judge.  A mix of party affiliations is needed.</li>\n	<li>National Night out is August 2<sup>nd</sup>.  After July 19<sup>th</sup>, there is a fee to block off the street.</li>\n	<li>Jeanette expressed KIAA’s appreciation for the quality of the City of Minneapolis’s response to the FEIS, documenting the history and the issues within the project.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Chief Jason Ohotto</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Police reports written on park property at the beach declined from 48 to 31.  This is the second summer where there was a significant reduction in reports.  Chief Ohotto attributed the success to the positive programming and activities at the beach, as well as the increased park police patrols, some funded by KIAA.</li>\n	<li>Chief Ohotto recommended that neighbors that want to support safety efforts should call in issues to 911, and provide detailed, specific information, name and callback number.  Err on the side of calling 911 vs not calling when you see a negative impact to public safety.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\n<ul>\n	<li>Mark Brown reported that the June 20<sup>th</sup> potluck at the beach was a great success with strong turnout.  The kids activities (face painting, spray chalk, cookies) were popular.</li>\n	<li>Matt presented ideas for longer term strategies, including boat racks, playground equipment.  Park and Rec Board financial support and fundraising will be needed.  A Community Action Committee will be formed.</li>\n	<li>Matt proposed an August Pop Up Adventure Playground as a new activity to pilot.  A motion passed to fund this event with up to $800 of NRP funds.  Engagement with the Kenwood School and neighboring association were identified as opportunities to increase participation.  Jeanette recognized Angie for getting the Kenwood School engaged in using the beach for educational opportunities.</li>\n	<li>Jeanette proposed the idea of hosting a food or beverage cart at the beach on behalf of the neighborhood.  A motion passed for up to $200 to be spent from NRP funds for a KIAA/ECLB Patron Appreciation Day.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Shawn reported on the June 13<sup>th</sup> FEIS public presentation by the Southwest Project Office.  Approximately 20 neighbors attended from Kenwood, CIDNA, and Loring Park.  On a positive note, the presentation summarized the 17,000 page FEIS effectively.  Unfortunately it was not tailored to the concerns of the Minneapolis segment of the corridor.  There continues to be a high level of concern over the ability of the tunnel to be built near Calhoun Shores Townhomes and the Kenilworth “pinch point.”</li>\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the June 28<sup>th</sup> CAC meeting was cancelled, a consistent issue with many of the other CAC meetings which have also been cancelled in the past couple of years.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\n<ul>\n	<li>Jeanette communicated with the general manager of the Kenwood Restaurant to ask that employees park on Penn Avenue, and to help address the issue of patrons parking too close to alleys and driveways, and the issue of delivery truck restricting neighbor access to the alley.</li>\n	<li>Angie confirmed that parking for Downtown Kenwood businesses is permitted at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.  A “sandwich” board idea was proposed at a cost of $200 or for city signing or to paint the curb yellow to inform where and where not to park.  Noted for follow up between meetings.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Mike Bono, Matt Spies</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Mike and Matt outlined the plan to develop the 3 year plan as well as budgeting for the upcoming year.  It will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.</li>\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood, while also ensuring that current funding priorities can be maintained should funds be cut in the future.</li>\n	<li>New neighbor introduction:  Mikki Johnston and family</li>\n	<li>Jeanette will attend a Whittier Alliance Meeting on July 19<sup>th</sup> to understand the goals and strategies of that group.</li>\n	<li>Angie will follow up with Creative Citymaking regarding a video project opportunity, with a possible focus on ECLB.  KIAA would need to make a proposal to secure participation in the project, which is a competitive process.</li>\n</ul>\n<h1></h1>\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>June 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 6th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters, Jack Levi.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Amanda Vallone, Jody Strakosch, Mark Holtey and two neighbors.\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</li>\n	<li>Board members conducted a brief introduction to begin the 2016-2017 term.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is complete for the season.  There will be a “Lunch with Lisa Field trip on Wednesday, June 29<sup>th</sup>, touring Givens Violins, which is a renowned repair business for cellos and violins.  If interested, please call Lisa’s office to book one of the two tours for that day.</li>\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues and has entered the paving phase.  Please contact Lisa’s office to be placed on an email list to receive weekly construction updates affecting the Twin Cities.</li>\n	<li>Sidewalk repair has come to Kenwood this year, part of a 10 year cycle.  White dots mark the sections that will be replaced.  Homeowners will be assessed $250-$400 per square for the repair.  Call 311 to discuss whether sections need to be replaced, or if they do not need to be replaced.  Please direct questions regarding how unique situations, such as tree root heaves, to 311.  All affected homeowners should have received a letter from the city; please refer to it for FAQs.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Election of Officers</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Jeanette volunteered to remain Chair; Larry volunteered to remain Vice Chair; Matt Spies volunteered to become Treasurer; and Shawn volunteered to remain Secretary.  Unanimously approved.</li>\n	<li>Matt asked for resolution to relocate the KIAA bank accounts to US Bank.  Jeanette moved in favor, passed unanimously.  Matt asked for an additional resolution to transfer, check writing authority, opening accounts, deposits, and withdraw funds; from Ed Pluimer to himself.  Jeanette to be the second signatory.  Shawn moved, passed unanimously.</li>\n	<li>Jeanette once again recognized Ed Pluimer for his years of service.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Memorial Bench for Jim Gilroy – Angie Erdrich</strong>\n<ul>\n	<li>Angie reported that $1550 has been donated to the Estate of Jim Gilroy for the purposes of a memorial bench on Lake of the Isles, near 21<sup>st</sup> St..  Jean Deatrick will send an e-blast as a reminder for any other residents that would like to contribute.</li>\n	<li>Angie moved that KIAA donate $300 towards the memorial bench to recognize Jim as a sitting board member at his death.  Funds will come from KIAA Money Market Account.  Approved unanimously.  As funds are in the account about to be closed, motion was approved to allow Ed Pluimer to write the check.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Financial Report – Matt Spies</strong>\n<ul>\n	<li>Matt is preparing a 2016-2017 balance sheet to ensure income and expenditures are clearly documented.  Mark, Larry, Matt, and Mike will form a finance subcommittee to inform a finance update at KIAA July meeting.  Motion approved to establish said committee.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies/Amanda Vallone</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Amanda (from ARTrageous) shared that the Summer Solstice Party will be held at ECLB on June 20<sup>th</sup> from 6:30-8:30.  This will be a potluck event.  ARTrageous will provide henna, face painting, and a Creation Station for families.  The event will be cancelled in case of rain.  The event is open to all.</li>\n	<li>Matt presented a new proposal for a Pop Up Adventure Playground series.  Matt agreed to go renegotiate lower costs in order to run a pilot, vs investing in 3 events this year.</li>\n	<li>Activities including a Summer Solstice Potluck, Pirate/Mermaid Beach Party were identified for funding for $800.  A discussion was had regarding source of funds and how much to spend.  The board approved the expenditure unanimously.</li>\n	<li>Amanda and Matt were approved to work together to spend up to $400 to place an ad in Hill and Lake Press to announce summer activities at ECLB.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  The CAC met in May.  Jennifer Munt stated that the Met Council would find funding to move ahead with SWLRT. The FEIS was reviewed; Nani Jacobsen recognized Kenwood for providing feedback that drove changes from the SDEIS to the FEIS.  Further, station art was approved for the West 21<sup>st</sup> St Station, which is what the Kenwood station will be named.  The next meeting will be June 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\n	<li>Shawn has coordinated a meeting on June 13<sup>th</sup> for the Met Council to present the FEIS and take questions from residents.  This meeting was supported by the board.</li>\n	<li>Shawn presented the FEIS draft and will circulate a soft copy to the board and Jody to be reviewed and approved as an action between meetings.  The deadline for submission is June 13<sup>th</sup> for any comments, and must be done in writing to the Southwest Project Office.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Parking at the Kenwood Corner continues to be a challenge, with visitors parking too close to the alley and to corners and blocking access.  Jeanette called the city to determine the cost of parking signs.  Action to be taken between meetings.</li>\n	<li>Kenwood Corner Raingarden Signage was approved as an action taken between meetings.  The Raingarden is now installed and the sign provides good information about the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  KIAA thanks Angie Erdrich for her work to beautify the corner.</li>\n	<li>Louise Erdrich is taking the space formerly occupied by Stephen Dean for a business to be announced shortly.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 9:10 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 11th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>May 2016 KIAA 5<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\n<p align=\"left\"> For the 5<sup>th</sup> year, KIAA had its annual meeting on May 2nd at Kenwood Corner, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\n<p align=\"left\"> In attendance were seven KIAA serving board members up for re-election, one new member-elect, City Council Member Lisa Goodman, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Green, Minneapolis Parks Commissioner Anita Tabb, and approximately 100 neighbors.</p>\n The gathering began at 6PM.  The weather was great and everyone enjoyed Red Wagon Pizza and beverages, compliments of KIAA. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\n\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM.  There was a moment of remembrance for Jim Gilroy, KIAA board member who passed away suddenly in April.  Jim will be greatly missed; he was a kind and generous person, dedicated to improving our entire community.  The family has reserved a site for a park bench in his memory on Lake of the Isles.  Friends and neighbors who would like to contribute may do so.  KIAA Board Member Angie Erdrich will facilitate, please make checks payable to Minneapolis Finance Department, Memo “Jim Gilroy Bench” and mail to her at 2217 Oliver Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405.  A receipt will come from Minneapolis Parks, and the Gilroy family will receive a list of donor names.  Please submit donations by June 1<sup>st</sup> in hopes of installing the bench this summer.\n\nKIAA thanked retiring board member Ed Pluimer.  Ed has generously served on the board for over 20 years, most recently as Treasurer.  Our neighborhood is grateful for his energy and commitment.\n\nJeanette then stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year:  SWLRT work including work such as efforts to mitigate potential adverse effects to the neighborhood (if the project comes to pass), support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Raingardens from Metro Blooms, and positive programming for East Cedar Lake (Hidden) Beach.  The “Welcome Orioles” project – an environmental learning program for Kenwood School, co-sponsored with the Cedar Lake Park Association, received a shout-out from neighbors in attendance.\n\nJeanette introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to herself:  Jack Levi, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Matt Spies (Treasurer Elect), and Shawn Smith.  One new board member, Mark Brown was introduced.  Jeanette made the motion for re-election/election of the 2016-17 board, and the neighbors voted in favor.\n\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\n\nKIAA would like to thank neighbors that supported KIAA financially at the gathering and throughout the year.  It helps us fund activities and keep our neighborhood strong!\n\nOther updates, action between meetings:\n\nThe 2015 KIAA Annual Report was approved by the board on April 28<sup>th</sup>.  The Annual Report is required by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program.  The report was prepared by Mike Bono with input from KIAA board members, and submitted by the 4/29 deadline.\n\nMatt and Julia Spies’s are requesting a variance for a remodel on their home.  As the Spies proactively partnered with their neighbors, KIAA supports their variance.  The variance will be reviewed at the Board of Adjustment meeting on June 9<sup>th</sup>.\n\nThere will be a Kenwood Neighborhood Rummage Festival of June 10-12<sup>th</sup>.  Please join your neighbors and plan a rummage sale during those dates!  If you are not able to have your own rummage sale, please consider donating to the Kenwood Elementary School Benefit Rummage Sale at the Kenwood Rec Center.   The rummage runs June 11 from 9-2PM. Donations can be dropped off at the Kenwood Recreation Center on June 10<sup>th</sup> from 4-6PM.  100% of proceeds benefit the Kenwood School.  Volunteers are needed to price goods, manage the sale, and haul goods to charity at 2PM on the 11<sup>th</sup>.  Contact Angie Erdrich to volunteer:  angie_sandeep@yahoo.com.\n\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood.  If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us.  If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>April 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met April 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\nVice Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\n\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies (Minutes), Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Jack Levi.  Absent:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith, Josine Peters, Jim Gilroy.  Also present:  Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\n\nUnanimous Approval of the Agenda\n<h1>City Council Update -  Lisa Goodman</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Upcoming Lunch with Lisas:\n<ul>\n	<li>April 27  – Discussion with Made Here, the creative place-making initiative to fill empty downtown storefronts</li>\n	<li>May – Bill Leaf will talk about tourism master planning</li>\n	<li>June  – Field trip to Claire Givens Violin, premier violin reconstruction/repair; 40 people may attending in two groups of 20.  Contact Lisa’s office if you would like to attend.</li>\n	<li>Street sweeping starting April 13 running through May 9</li>\n	<li>Yard waste pickup will begin in Kenwood on April 11</li>\n	<li>Lisa highlighted the state of the Hennepin/Lyndale Reconstruction Project road closures</li>\n	<li>On April 21, Board of Adjustment will be hearing variance for property at 2401 Sheridan Ave.  Adjacent residents will receive a notice in the mail by April 10<sup>th</sup>.</li>\n	<li>Lisa provided an overview of her and Council Member Barb Johnsons plan for the city to work with the Park Board to provide funding for neighborhood parks</li>\n	<li>The Annual Gathering will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include a brief meeting:  the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association activities for the year.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lakes, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\n	<li>As an action taken between meetings, the board approved the hiring of Red Wagon Pizza, and will be paid for by KIAA funds estimated at $1890.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<h1>Annual Gathering - All</h1>\n<strong>2016/2017 Budgeting</strong>\n<ul>\n	<li>The board discussed the merits and limitations of creating a budget for the 2016/2017 operating year.   The primary concern and is the complexity of the requirements for using various funds.</li>\n	<li>Matt Spies will coordinate an assembly of board members to explore ways to implement a framework for spending and raising KIAA funds.</li>\n	<li>Park Board has indicated that they do not have capacity for an additional movie in the park for summer 2016.</li>\n	<li>An Oriole feeding station will be installed in Cedar Lake Park between May 3 – May 17 by Kenwood Elementary School students.  The project is sponsored by Birchbark Books.  Bird watching volunteers are needed.  Contact <a href=\"mailto:Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com\">Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com</a></li>\n</ul>\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>NOTE: The following information was approved to be added to the minutes by a motion taken after the meeting.</h1>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith (update provided in abstentia)</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Since the March KIAA meeting, letters opposing the current SWLRT Kenilworth Plan were sent to Governor Dayton, Lt Governor Smith.  An aide in Governor Dayton’s office responded and assisted in getting a response from Adam Duininck, Chair, Metropolitan Council.  The letter thanked KIAA for our participation in the process and informed the following points:\n<ul>\n	<li>The Final EIS will be published in 2<sup>nd</sup> Quarter of 2016, and no other responses will be forthcoming until then.  In the EIS will be the answers to KIAAs (and others) DEIS and SDEIS responses.</li>\n	<li>There will be a ten day public comment period</li>\n	<li>There will be no process for resolution of further concerns as this is not a part of the process of the National Environmental Protection Act process.</li>\n	<li>Shawn expressed to the aide in Governor Dayton’s office that securing a form response from Mr Duininck was secondary to our concerns.  He asked for Governor Dayton to confirm that he was aware of and supports or does not support the following:\n<ul>\n	<li>That a derailment collision between an ethanol train and light rail train will be a significant danger to the community and Target Field.</li>\n	<li>That other less expensive and more flexible options for transit exist, including bus rapid transit</li>\n	<li>That the Chain of Lakes could be degraded due to pile driving</li>\n	<li>The Met Council is a defendant in a lawsuit over failure to disclose discussions of other routes</li>\n	<li>That ridership of an Uptown line would well exceed the current alignment</li>\n	<li>That projected ridership figures at 21<sup>st</sup> St Station are not credible</li>\n	<li>That there will be 22 hours of contiguous noise every five minutes in one of the quietest areas in Minneapolis</li>\n	<li>That not one low income neighborhood will be within reasonable walking distance of any Minneapolis station.</li>\n	<li>We asked for an appointment with the Governor.  There was no response.  Shawn waited ten days and said that because the Governor failed to respond, we would need to inform our constituents that our elected officials and the Governor are aware of the above controversies and find them to be acceptable.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Larry Moran at 8:36 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is our Annual Neighborhood Gathering on Monday, May 2nd at 6 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner in front of The Kenwood and BeArtrageous. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org   </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong> March 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 7th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi.  Also present Patrick Sadler, Pat Scott, Phil Nordberg, Laureen Carlson, Will Stensrud\n\nMarch Agenda was Approved Unanimously\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\n<h1>City Council Update – Patrick Sadler, Lisa Goodman’s Office</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>The Community Planning and Economic Development plan for both Ward 7 and the city were provided.  Any residents that would like a copy can contact Lisa’s office or go to the City Website.</li>\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be Noon, March 30<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall; the topic is Sister Cities of Minneapolis.</li>\n	<li>Utility work continues on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Please contact Lisa’s office to receive email updates on construction closures.</li>\n	<li>The Workplace Partnership Meetings proceed to review sick time and paid time off policy.  A final recommendation is due March 16.</li>\n	<li>There are openings on multiple boards and commissions in Minneapolis.  Any interested residents can apply via the city website.</li>\n	<li>The Community Connection Conference is Saturday April 2<sup>nd</sup> at the Minneapolis Convention Center to kick off 3 Year Planning for Minneapolis 2040.  The public is invited.  Jeanette suggested that Lisa’s office post information to Next Door to ensure the 7<sup>th</sup> Ward is represented if nobody from KIAA is able to attend.</li>\n	<li>Reduced pricing is being offered for rain barrels and compost bins.  <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>. The city will also have a limited number of trees available to residents for $25.  You can order a tree for your property beginning March 21, see <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Request for Support of Variance for Accessory Dwelling, 2401 Sheridan Ave S – Phil Nordberg and Laureen Carlson</strong>\n<ul>\n	<li>Phil and Laureen requested variance support from KIAA to be able to add a bathroom and categorize their garage as an ADU.  The overall footprint will not change.</li>\n	<li>KIAA is generally supportive.  The petitioners have not spoken to each neighbor but will be sending out notices to all neighbors within 300 feet.  Jeanette motioned to support the variances, contingent that neighbors are all informed and have no objections.  Motion passed unanimously.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee Update – Matt Spies</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Matt is in the process of confirming the open swim, pop up playground, and other activities for Summer 2016.  Event schedules will be published in Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\n	<li>Jeanette signed the agreement for extra police patrols.  With the warm weather, Matt is working with Park Police to start patrols.</li>\n	<li>Activities are being coordinated with Kenwood School, including bird watching.  Volunteers are needed to lead school hikes in April and May, please contact Angie Erdrich at angie_sandeep@yahoo.com</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Shawn shared that since the last meeting, letters were sent to the FTA, Senator Klobuchar, Senator Franken, and Rep Ellison as KIAA continues to escalate neighborhood concerns over this project.</li>\n	<li>A letter was also sent to Governor Dayton and Lt Governor Smith, with copies of the letters sent to the State and Federal officials asking for his support in getting a meaningful response to neighborhood concerns, which are centered on the risks and ripple effects of co-location of SWLRT and ethanol trains.  His office responded with questions, and KIAA is preparing a communication to send back.</li>\n	<li>Jeanette will invite Sophia Ginis from the Met Council to our April meeting since she did not respond to our March meeting invitation.</li>\n	<li>There was a discussion that despite our concerns, planning moves ahead unabated.  All are encouraged to contact their elected officials if they have concerns over co-location, noise, vibration, cost, etc</li>\n	<li>KIAA has been actively communicating neighborhood concerns to local, state, and federal officials.  Due to an overall lack of responsiveness to those, the board approved a motion to send communication to President Obama, which will represent the highest level of escalation, and likely final, that the board will take.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Annual Meeting - All</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>The Annual Meeting will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association financials.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lake Press, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\n	<li>Angie, Josine, and Matt are researching options for food to reduce costs from last year.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Board Succession Planning - All</h1>\n<h1>·         With Ed stepping down, KIAA will need to fill the Treasurer role starting May 2016.</h1>\n<h1>·         KIAA is actively seeking new board members.  We need neighbors that are willing to volunteer 3-4 hours per month either as a board member or support a subcommittee.  There are several board members that have served for a decade or more and are looking to retire.  We need your help to fill these positions to continue the level of thoroughness being delivered today.</h1>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>KIAA is seeking a representative for the Green Zone work being done by the city.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:36 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 1st, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Meg Forney, Amanda Vallone, and Jody Strakosch\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be February 24<sup>th</sup>.  The topic will be the City Workforce Training and Equity programs on Job Training.</li>\n	<li>2431 22<sup>nd</sup> St W ownership has requested a historic review and may be requesting a variance to the board in the near future.  Neighbors are reminded that KIAA is typically notified of variance requests and can help navigate the process.</li>\n	<li>The city prefers that the SWLRT station be called “Cedar Lake Station.”  The Met Council has suggested that 21<sup>st</sup> St Station is not a clear indicator of the location of the station but has asked for input.  (KIAA hesitates to put forth a suggestion because KIAA does not support co-location of freight and light rail, but if KIAA were to have a preference it would be West 21<sup>st</sup> St.)</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Closing the Gap in Our Parks - Meg Forney</strong>\n<ul>\n	<li>Meg is looking for volunteers to work for a Citizens Group to get signatures to support a referendum on the ballot for “The Closing of the Gap” for funding of $15M/year for the next 20 years to implement repairs in neighborhood parks.  If residents are interested, please contact Meg or Anita Tabb at the Park Board.  Additional information is available on the Park Board website.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Funding Recommendation – Chief Ohotto</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>The success at East Cedar Lake Beach to reduce crime was in large part due to the partnership between KIAA and the Park Police.  The recommendation from Chief Ohotto was to spend $5000 for 2016 vs $8000 spent last year.  Police reports were reduced from 101 in 2014 to 56 in 2015.</li>\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to spend $5000 for additional police patrols at ECLB in 2016 and be active early in the season.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Ed shared that two disbursements were made in January relating to SWLRT planning and the Metro Blooms project.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Thrill Kenwood – Amanda Vallone</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>This event raised $400 for The Bridge for Youth.</li>\n	<li>The 1<sup>st</sup> annual Rock Kenwood Dance Party will be held at the Rec Center on Saturday February 27<sup>th</sup> from 3-6PM.  There will be a DJ, contests, crafting, and more.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\n<h1>·         Matt recapped the recent committee meeting and the programming ideas for 2016.</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Log rolling and Open Swim are planned to continue in 2016.</li>\n	<li>New ideas include puppet shows, art activities, potlucks, and more.</li>\n	<li>KIAA is considering putting forth up to $2000 of additional funding for activities, and discussed how to engage neighbors that might be interested in donating funds to support the activities.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  Jody reported that the November and December meetings were cancelled by the Met Council.  In the January meeting, progress updates were shared by the project office.  Final environmental impact statement is due in April.  Civil construction will begin fall of 2016.  There will be 29 private properties impacted by construction in Minneapolis, primarily adjacent to the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\n	<li>Shawn reported that some responses were received from correspondence to Minnesota Senators and Representatives on the Transportation Committees.  Some responded to take KIAA response under advisement, and some spoke in favor of KIAA’s position opposing co-location.</li>\n	<li>Shawn brought a motion to continue to present KIAA’s position opposing co-location to FTA officials in the Chicago office that are working with the Met Council on the alignment.  The board unanimously approved to send a letter.  Shawn will circulate it as an action between meetings for board review and final approval.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Jeanette is working to identify a point of contact for the Restorative Justice Program, who would coordinate community service work for the people in the program.</li>\n	<li>KIAA recognizes Stephen Dean and his long standing contributions to the neighborhood. Kathie Constantine shared that his tailoring business in Downtown Kenwood is expected to close at the end of March.  He kept the neighborhood looking good with the many fine seams, hems, and alterations he provided over his 40 years in business, and we wish him well in retirement.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:46 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>January 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met January 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\n\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\n\n<strong>City Council Update Lisa Goodman</strong>\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>A body was found frozen in the ice in the channel between Lake Calhoun and Lake of the Isles on January 4<sup>th</sup>.  It is not known to be a crime related situation and there is no danger to the public.  Residents are encouraged to demonstrate caution before proceeding to go out on the ice, especially areas that are not designated for winter recreational use.</li>\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is on Wednesday January 27<sup>th</sup>, the topic is a preview of the 2016 state legislative session. Senator Dibble among other elected officials are expected to attend.  Please contact Lisa’s office if you plan to attend.</li>\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale utility work continues.  Sewer work will be necessary on Vineland Place near the Walker and Sculpture Garden.  Construction updates and road closures are available via Lisa’s office in her email updates.</li>\n	<li>Residents are advised that there needs to be a minimum 5 foot clearance on either side of alleys and driveways.  Neighbors are having difficulties accessing driveways and alleys when visitors or residents are parked within 5 feet of one.  This has been a challenge particularly at Kenwood Corner.  If access is blocked, neighbors can call 311 for assistance.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Ed updated KIAA that the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District paid KIAA for the 15 neighborhood Raingarden projects.  KIAA will in turn pay MetroBlooms with these funds, as well as the KIAA share of $1134, approved at the December Meeting.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Noise Issues</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Local businesses are advised to ensure that their garbage and recycling services are observing local noise ordinances.  Garbage and recycling are not to be picked up prior to 6AM.  We love our local businesses.  Neighbors observing violations are encouraged to speak to the business owner first, and if unresolved then take a photo of the truck and email KIAA or Lisa Goodman’s office and we will contact the refuse service.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\n<h1>·         Matt updated KIAA that the next ECLB Committee Meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan 26<sup>th</sup> at 7PM at the Kenwood Community Center.  All are welcome.</h1>\n<h1>·         Matt will invite Park Police Chief Ohotto to the February meeting to start the dialogue on the strategy for the summer of 2016.</h1>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the SWLRT environmental impact statement will not consider impacts of freight rail changes in the Kenilworth Corridor funded by the project, according to a recent email from the Southwest Project Office.  These changes include moving the rail much closer to homes, upgrading the tracks, building a bridge across the Kenilworth Canal, and removing many trees and green spaces.  Further, although the SWLRT project will spend tens of millions of dollars to “co-locate” freight and light rail, the Met Council says it “is not making freight rail permanent” in the Kenilworth Corridor.  KIAA is concerned that the upgraded freight rail infrastructure could encourage more trains at higher speeds, and create additional noise and safety concerns.  KIAA believes the SDEIS is flawed because it does not treat freight as a permanent condition, and therefore adverse impacts are understated.</li>\n	<li>Jeanette attended the section 106 meeting on December 3<sup>rd</sup>.  Section 106 protects historic properties impacted by federally funded projects.  The Kenilworth Channel is protected by section 106.  With input by Michael Schroeder of the MPRB, a bridge design has been agreed upon and the historic WPA retaining walls on the east side of the proposed bridge are now under consideration.  A memorandum of understanding will be developed in the coming months, and KIAA will decide whether or not to sign it when the time comes.</li>\n	<li>Shawn, on behalf of KIAA, contacted each member of the Minnesota Senate and House Transportation Committees to surface the board’s continued concerns with co-location.  KIAA asked that the $135M of the state portion of the funding be put on hold.  This is to be voted on in the upcoming legislative session.  KIAA maintains that in a time of increased concern over rail safety, co-location of light rail and ethanol trains will pose a continual and sustained danger to the Kenwood neighborhood should there be a derailment. and we remain opposed to co-location.  The Minneapolis City Council, knowing of this risk, has nonetheless approved co-location, so KIAA is appealing to the state level.</li>\n	<li>County Commissioner Marion Greene is planning a public meeting on Wednesday, February 3<sup>rd</sup>.  KIAA will post time and place to NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\n<h1>·         Angie Erdrich will post in Next Door Kenwood a notice to invite neighbors to determine interest for the MetroBlooms Raingarden program for 2016</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Lake of the Isles Skating Party is Sunday, January 24<sup>th</sup>.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:38 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>December 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 7th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Larry Moran, Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi, Josine Peters  Also Present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\n<h1>Agenda was approved unanimously</h1>\n<h1>Action Taken Since November Meeting</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Jeanette Colby composed a letter to the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee articulating KIAA concerns that the SDEIS had shortcomings.  These arise from Met Council’s decision to treat freight rail as an “existing condition.” However, the SWLRT proposes creating permanent freight rail infrastructure where only temporary rail exists, and SDEIS failed to properly consider the safety, environmental, vibration, noise, and economic impact of that decision with freight rail as an existing condition.  In the December meeting, KIAA members voted in favor of sending the letter prior to the CMC.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>December 9<sup>th</sup> is the final opportunity for residents to testify at the City Council meeting regarding the 2016 budget and taxes.  Lisa encourages residents to appear in person or email their city representatives to provide testimony and input on how residential tax revenue is generated and spent.  This meeting will be in the past by the time these minutes are published, however residents are notified well in advance of the annual hearing in their Truth in Taxation statements for future tax years.</li>\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January.  December 14<sup>th</sup> marks the annual December Later with Lisa event at the Normandy Inn.</li>\n	<li>Utility work is continuing on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Infrastructure has deteriorated further than expected and the project is approximately 6 weeks behind.</li>\n	<li>Lisa confirmed that a variance at 2432 Sheridan Ave S was approved by the city.  This was endorsed by KIAA at the November meeting.  KIAA will seek input as broadly as possible for future requests</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Ed provided prior the meeting a recap of monies received from KIAA members as well as November transactions (expenditures), and these were discussed in the meeting.</li>\n	<li>The source of the remainder of Rain Garden funding was discussed.  Jeanette moved to use money from the NRP neighborhood livability Phase II fund.  Passed unanimously.  Mike Bono agreed to ensure that all city requirements were met to utilize that fund.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Resolution regarding Jean Deatrick’s contract – Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Jean’s contract is set to expire at the end of the year.  Jean supports KIAA with communication, publication of the minutes, announcements, reimbursements, and other administrative activities.  Mike moved to extend her contract under the same terms until December 31<sup>st</sup> 2016.  Ed seconded the motion.  Passed unanimously.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\nEast Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies\n<h1>·         Matt is reaching out to the Park Board to align on proposed activities for summer 2016.  KIAA continues to work on ensuring ECLB will be able to be used safely by all residents.  There will be a public meeting in January to discuss 2016 strategies, date/time/place to be posted on Nextdoor Kenwood.</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>KIAA increased funding in 2015 to support existing funding from the Park Board et al, and research will be done to understand how much funding will be in place from other sources prior to a KIAA funding commitment for 2016.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Discussion continued from the November meeting regarding engaging state and federal officials over ongoing concerns for rail safety as well as other unaddressed concerns.  KIAA will contact state level transportation bill conferees to raise the concerns before end of year, and then again as State Legislators go back into session in February.  KIAA will also contact Federal Transit officials in advance of final funding of the line to ensure that federal officials are aware of local concerns with regard to safety, environmental, noise, vibration, and economic adverse effects not sufficiently addressed in the SDEIS.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\n<h1>·         Metro Blooms is asking if KIAA would be interested in partnering on Rain Gardens again in 2016.  Angie will inform them of KIAA interest, pending gauging neighborhood interest.</h1>\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:33 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>November 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met November 2nd, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\n<h1>Action Taken Since October Meeting</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>KIAA sent a response to the SWLRT project office regarding SWLRT Section 106 meeting Sept 23<sup>rd</sup>, as it relates to concerns over the traffic study.  There is a discrepancy in the ridership numbers vs SDEIS.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Variance Request for Peterson Residence, 2432 Sheridan Ave S</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Request made in person by owners to enlarge the structure, extending a less than six foot variance along the property line.  A second variance was requested to extend the garage by five feet closer to the street, which is still within the set back.  Angie motioned to support, Matt to second, passed unanimously.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws, Articles – Ed Pluimer</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Ed proposed changes to KIAA bylaws to modernize them, having consulted with Robert Cooper of the City of Minneapolis legal department.  For example, serving information via email vs paper mail, yet preserving multi modal communication which would include an annual newsletter or mailings at the discretion of KIAA.  Ed moved that KIAA approve the rewritten bylaws which would then be filed with the state, and stored on KIAA’s website.  Passed unanimously.</li>\n	<li>Ed then moved to change articles of incorporation to update the registered office of KIAA to the Kenwood Rec Center.  Matt seconded, passed unanimously.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Rain Gardens – Angie Erdrich</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Angie moved to pay $1134 for KIAA cost share to Metro Blooms (or up to $1200 in case of minor variance in the final invoice).  The costs increased due to decreased participation due to untenable soil conditions or other issues that were not able to be mitigated.  Motion seconded by Jim, passed unanimously.</li>\n	<li>The raingarden at Kenwood Corner was paid for by the private donations and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  In order to finalize funding, a sign is needed.  The sign will be reviewed as action taken outside the meeting.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\n<h1>·         ECLB committee met in October to debrief the year and start planning for next year.  Residents that have ideas for activities for 2016 are encouraged to contact Matt Spies.  2015 saw a tremendous amount of success and KIAA is excited to build on this success but needs continued neighborhood engagement even if there was an increase in usage via activities and a decrease in criminal activity.</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Engagement with Anita Tabb and the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board was also discussed as an offline action.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>KIAA discussed whether to continue to engage in SWLRT via writing letters to state and federal officials addressing co-location concerns in the Kenilworth Corridor as KIAA was unable to gain support at the city level.  Specifically, to petition state and federal officials to withhold funding due to continuing and increasing concerns over the danger of the co-location of ethanol trains and SWLRT.  Further action to be taken between meetings, but accountability of individual public officials will be the focus, specifically, their knowledge of the risks, and how they plan to vote, is the plan of action via written correspondence.</li>\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood general community update.  Jeanette will encourage CM Greene to have the meeting, KIAA will not formally participate.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:43 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong> October 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 5th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich.\n\nOthers present:  CM Lisa Goodman, Marc Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), 2 other attendees\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>The September lunch with Lisa had over 75 attendees to hear about the Nicollet Mall renovation.  At the October Lunch with Lisa Wed Oct 21<sup>st</sup>, to commemorate the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, State Senator Steve Simon will speak about the Voting Rights Act.  Room 334 of the St Thomas Law School.  All are welcome to attend, please RSVP in advance to Lisa’s office.</li>\n	<li>Fall street sweeping will start on October 20<sup>th</sup>.  Please watch for parking restrictions.  Social media will be used to communicate dates.</li>\n	<li>Cedar Lake Parkway will be repaved – from 394 to the BNSF bridge.  It will start October 19<sup>th</sup>, last 6 days, and be a complete closure.</li>\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding variances and tear downs.  Neighbors are encouraged to review variance proposals with KIAA board so the board can be aware of variance requests.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Ed attended to any previously discussed financial compliance and efficiency concerns.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Ed proposed that bylaws be examined and modernized.  For example, the bylaws state that minutes must be maintained in a book.  However, now electronic copies are preferred to minimize paper waste.  Also that 1<sup>st</sup> class mail is used for communications, and now electronic notice is more economical and more efficient.  There was also a discussion on how to document action (votes) taken outside of meetings.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Mark re-requested funding from KIAA for a rechargeable sound system to be used for neighborhood programming, at a cost of $2200.  Motion to fund passed with two abstentions.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Hennepin Lake Community Wine Tasting Fundraiser – Jeanette Colby</h1>\n<h1>·         KIAA is selling tickets to the event which is being held on Wed October 28<sup>th</sup>.  Advance ticket sales benefit KIAA.  Please email Jeanette Colby; email is available on the KIAA website.</h1>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>It was noted that each member of the City Council, Mayor Hodges, and Peter Wagenius received a copy of the KIAA SDEIS with a request to require more information regarding mitigation, co-location, and construction concerns prior to granting municipal consent.  However, there was no response to KIAA from the Mayor or the Council and all city council members voted the same as prior municipal consent.</li>\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood Q/A meeting for any outstanding questions regarding the SWLRT project.  Jeanette and Shawn will post to Nextdoor Kenwood this opportunity to have a dialogue, to gauge neighborhood interest.</li>\n	<li>Jeanette outlined the finding to the Section 106 Traffic Study.  The finding in the study was that there would not be substantial changes to traffic near historic 106 properties.  The findings of the study appear to be inconsistent with the SDEIS statements regarding how many riders will use the 21<sup>st</sup> St Station and how riders will access the station.</li>\n	<li>KIAA will draft a letter to state and federal officials highlighting the danger of co-location of ethanol trains and high voltage LRT wires in the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Announcements/New Business – Jeanette Colby</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee continues to meet monthly.  Meetings are posted to Nextdoor Kenwood.</li>\n	<li>Thrill Kenwood is Saturday October 24<sup>th</sup>, at 3PM.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, November 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\nSeptember 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met September 14th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\n\nOthers present:  Park Police Chief Ohotto, Mark Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), Jean Deatrich (Hill and Lakes), and 6 other neighbors\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>September Agenda was approved.</li>\n	<li>Recognition for Kathy Low for her participation in KIAA and to Larry Moran for Chairing KIAA for the past three years.</li>\n	<li>It was agreed that a November KIAA newsletter will be published and mailed.  Articles will be needed and will need to be sent to Jean Deatrich.</li>\n	<li>Angie Erdrich led a discussion regarding the final cost of the Raingarden Project, which will be finalized at a future date.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Bylaw and Finance Update – Ed Pluimer</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Ed shared that he will put together a list of proposed bylaw changes that were discussed at the July KIAA meeting to be submitted.</li>\n	<li>Ed gave an overview of committed and past spending as a follow up to the account balance update emailed prior to the meeting.  It was determined to maintain one KIAA account going forward, instead of two, and Ed named some follow up tasks that he would tend to in order to ensure KIAA is compliant with the city policy, and it was also determined to maintain a May 31<sup>st</sup> fiscal year end and coincide with the annual election of the KIAA board.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Mark requested funding from KIAA for the replacement of 3 picnic tables and a sound system.  A vote was deferred until ownership of the space where the picnic tables is housed could be confirmed.  Additionally, it was suggested that the Rec Center request funding from the Park Board.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto/Matt Spies</h1>\n<h1>·         Chief Ohotto shared that police reports for ECLB were 69 in 2015 vs 2014 last year.  Most reports were misdemeanors.  He attributes the reduction to Matt Spies and his task force and the community involvement at the beach, as well as concerned residents calling 911 when incidents occurred.  Chief Ohotto recommended continued KIAA-funded hours and activities moving forward.</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>The next Subcommittee Meeting is on October 13<sup>th</sup> at 7PM, Kenwood Rec Center.  Residents are encouraged to attend.</li>\n	<li>Permit Parking was discussed as a deterrent.  There is a Next Door thread discussing a petition to request it to deter beach attendance.  KIAA in the past has recommended that this is not a viable solution to deter crime, however agreed that the SubCommittee should reevaluate this as a solution to ensure that any recommendation reflects current views.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Amanda Vallone - beArtrageous</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Amanda on behalf of beArtrageous proposed some activities for ECLB for 2016.  Activities would be for residents of all ages:  potlucks, craft parties, coffee and sunset gatherings, etc.  Activities would be funded by CPP or participants.</li>\n	<li>Amanda requested funding from KIAA to fund Thrill Kenwood on October 24<sup>th</sup>.  The activity is a neighborhood dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at the corner of Penn and 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Proceeds go to Bridge for Youth, and emergency Shelter for for 10-17 year old youth.  KIAA approved $800 to fund the event, about 40% of the budget.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>MPRB Ice Rink Warming Hut – Cliff Swenson/Kathy Spraitz</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>MPRB is considering updating the warming hut (without disruption to the footprint or skating area) at Lake of the Isles and across other rinks in the park system.  MPRB is beginning the process of informing city boards about the redesign, and if the project moves forward there would be a community engagement process in the future.  Goal is to have the project done by Fall 2017.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Jeanette Colby/Shawn Smith/Jody Strakosch</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Jody updated from the Community Advisory Committee, which met recently and the Project Office is proceeding as if they have full funding.  Jody asked that the key elements of the project be a standing topic on the agenda going forward, including co-location, noise, vibration, etc.  Meetings occur the 4<sup>th</sup> Thursday of every month.</li>\n	<li>Jeanette offered to contact County Commissioner Marion Greene to see if we would conduct a public hearing to ask questions.</li>\n	<li>KIAA agreed to distribute the SDEIS response to additional public officials.  The purpose is to gain support to get answers to those questions posed in the response, submitted to the Project Office in July 2015, that have yet to be answered.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, October 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\n\n<strong>July 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met July 6th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\n\nBoard Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\n\nOthers present:  Lisa Goodman, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee and KIAA Board Member-Elect), Jean Deatrick, and 2 other neighbors\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Jeanette Colby nominated Matt Spies to the board and his appointment was approved unanimously.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>City of Minneapolis Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be August 26<sup>th</sup>.  Topic is TBD and Lisa is seeking input on ideas of broad interest to the ward.</li>\n	<li>NextDoor Kenwood will be increasingly used by the city for announcements and crime alerts, so neighbors are encouraged to sign up for the site.</li>\n	<li>There was a general discussion regarding street paving and repair.  Lisa encourages neighbors to call 3-1-1 to report any potholes in need of fill.  Major repaving for roads in need of repair could result in a potentially significant tax assessment for property owners on the street repaired.</li>\n	<li>Because of the buffer zone around parkland, it was emphasized that feral cats are not allowed in much of the Kenwood neighborhood, and should be reported to animal control.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Financial Report/Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Year end financial recaps were circulated to KIAA board members prior to the July meeting.  The balance sheet will be attached to the CPP annual report to be sent to the city.  KIAA fiscal year runs from June 1 to May 31 due to the timing of the election of the board in May.</li>\n	<li>KIAA bylaws have not been updated in several years.  Ed offered to chair a subcommittee to review where updates should be made to allow more relevant communication methods, eg allowing electronic communication vs by US Mail.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>CPP Annual Report – Mike Bono</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the KIAA 2014 CPP Annual report be approved and sent to the city, and the motion was unanimously approved.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Dinkytown Historic Commercial Preservation – Jeanette Colby</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>The city is voting July 10<sup>th</sup> regarding preservation of the Dinkytown business district.  KIAA will circulate the letter from the preservation group should Kenwood residents wish to show support.  KIAA will not file a formal support with the city but voted to send a statement to the City Council in support of the Marcy Holmes Neighborhood Association (Dinkytown) in its adherence to its neighborhood small area plan.  Small area plans are developed with broad community input and may put parameters on developers to preserve neighborhood history and aesthetics.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Uptown Neighborhoods Working Group (UNWG) – Josine Peters</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Per UNWG request, Josine attended the recent meeting of the working group and will provide input into the decisions and discussions related to the Uptown neighborhood.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Kenwood Raingardens Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>The installations of raingardens in Kenwood continue to have interest in the neighborhood and Angie will continue to provide input and updates to Metro Blooms and KIAA.  20 Residences are approved to be funded by Metro Blooms and KIAA.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Log Rolling continues to be a popular event – future dates will be announced on NextDoor Kenwood.  Open Water Swimming, sponsored by YWCA, is rolling out this summer.</li>\n	<li>Pledges have been raised for $1350 to fund a pop-up Adventure Park, 3 events to occur this summer.  Matt requested $750 in funding from KIAA to reach the goal of $3000 and for a fund to be established to be administered by KIAA to house the funding as it is collected.  Jeanette so moved and the motion passed unanimously.</li>\n	<li>Crime and Safety – Chief Ohotto provided an update in advance of the meeting that crime is down from prior years.  There are still some incidents that have required police response but of less frequency and severity vs prior summers.  Ed Pluimer reminded the board that $8K was allocated for increased police patrols this summer.  KIAA will continue to evaluate the effectiveness of the expenditure.</li>\n	<li>The next ECLB subcommittee meeting will be July 14<sup>th</sup> at Kenwood Rec Center and will be published on NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>SWLRT Supplementary Draft EIS Response – Shawn Smith</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>The SDEIS response was submitted to the board for review prior to the meeting.  There was a general discussion regarding edits related to construction impacts, property values.  Angie moved to approve the response with amendments, and the motion passed unanimously.  The amendments to increase the focus on the response relating to construction short term impacts (noise, vibration, road damage).  The KIAA response will be submitted to the Met Council, and a response will be requested, by the July 21<sup>st</sup> deadline.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Investing in Neighborhood Parks/Closing the Gap – Josine Peters</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>The Minneapolis Park and Rec Board is conducting neighborhood hearings through late September to discuss the current state of Minneapolis Parks and those in need of repairs that may have been deferred.  Please see the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board for dates on upcoming hearings.  You can also email <a href=\"mailto:closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org\">closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org</a> for information and input.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:30 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, August 3rd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>June 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 1st, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nBoard Members present:  Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\n\nOthers present:  Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and Jean Deatrich, and 3 other neighbors\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in June or July.  The next will be August 6<sup>th</sup>, topic is TBD.</li>\n	<li>Lisa is sending out a weekly downtown event and construction alert including sporting and arts events and street closures.  Future emails will include the reconstruction of Hennepin at Lyndale, Nicollet Mall Reconstruction, etc. Residents can sign up for the weekly Friday email by emailing Lisa’s office.  She is hopeful that the information will help residents and visitors get around town a little easier with all the construction and exciting downtown events.</li>\n	<li>Open Streets events are starting, sponsored by the city and the Bicycle Coalition.  There will be road closures and roads will be open to pedestrians and bikers.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.openstreetsmpls.com/\">www.openstreetsmpls.com</a> for more information.</li>\n	<li>With the warm weather approaching, residents are advised to keep garages and homes locked when not home.  This will deter crimes of opportunity.  Also, keep valuables out of sight in your car, and keep your car locked even when it is in your garage.  Residents are encouraged to call 911 if you see any suspicious activity.  This will help control crimes of opportunity.</li>\n	<li>The City and the Park Board advise to water trees regularly, and advise against pruning ash trees, which can spread the Emerald Ash borer.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update (ECLB, “Hidden Beach”) – Matt Spies</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Activities are being planned to increase resident usage of the beach.  Activities will mainly be sponsored by a 3<sup>rd</sup> party, not the Park Board or City.  Matt will submit an article to Hill and Lakes Press with more information in an upcoming issue.</li>\n	<li>The first log roll was held on Saturday May 30th with about 25 attendees.</li>\n	<li>Open Lake Swimming is in the planning stages, similar Lake Nokomis Open Swim.  The intent is to give residents the opportunity to swim in open water for exercise and triathlon training.  Also for trained swimmers that do not have access to a pool.  The open swim events will be managed by the YMCA.</li>\n	<li>Other events are being planned, such as morning meditations, arts events, and more.  Announcements will be shared via the Nextdoor Kenwood website, so please sign up for the site for alerts on upcoming events.</li>\n	<li>Matt is working to see if a sign can be secured to post at the entrance of the beach area announcing the schedule of activities.</li>\n	<li>Matt is doing an amazing job leading the ECLB subcommittee and KIAA appreciates his dedication and effort to bring fun activities to ECLB for everyone.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Kathy Low</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Kathy Low outlined the revised neighborhood priority plan that was drafted to direct activities and advise the expenditure of Community Participation Program funds.  Changes to the former plan were advised in response to a recent survey of residents and ongoing KIAA priorities.  Kathy did not seek re-election and was handing the work off to the board.</li>\n	<li>Included in the plan is SWLRT work, additional police patrols for ECLB, monthly newsletter, and neighborhood programming activities.</li>\n	<li>The final revised plan will be submitted to the city and put on record in the KIAA archives.</li>\n</ul>\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>The SDEIS is now published which reflects co-location of Light Rail and Freight Rail.  LRT Done Right is drafting a response to the SDEIS (Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement).  Jeanette Colby proposed that KIAA utilize the LRT Done Right as a foundation to the response for KIAA.  The responses are due by July 6<sup>th</sup> unless an extension is granted.  KIAA will draft a response representative of views expressed by residents and an evaluation of the SDEIS.  Any resident can review the SDEIS at <a href=\"http://www.metrocouncil.org/\">www.metrocouncil.org</a>.  Residents are encouraged to review environmental findings and mitigation plans and provide input to the Met Council directly.  The City of Minneapolis and Park Board are each planning to submit a response to the SDEIS in addition to those of LRT Done Right and KIAA.</li>\n	<li>KIAA will continue to be involved with the Citizens Advisory Committee.  KIAA did not support co-location of freight and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor, but will focus the feedback on mitigation that is needed as determined by the board for safety, vibration, noise, light, and economic potential adverse effects on the neighborhood.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Election of KIAA Officers</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Jeanette Colby was elected to Chair of the Board.  Ed Pluimer was re-elected as Treasurer.  Larry Moran was elected Vice Chair, to help oversee that transition of the position of Chair to Jeanette.  Shawn Smith was re-elected to Secretary.  The website will be updated by Jean Deatrich to reflect the officers for the next annual period.  It was noted that new members will be needed to continue the work of the board as some members have served for several terms and new resident participation is needed for succession planning.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:50 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>May 2015 KIAA 4<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA had its 4<sup>th</sup> annual gathering on May 5<sup>th</sup> in Downtown Kenwood, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\n<p align=\"left\">In attendance were the KIAA board, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene, MPRB Anita Tabb, Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, 8 serving board members up for re-election, and approximately 80 neighbors.</p>\nThe gathering began at 6PM. The weather was great and everyone enjoyed complimentary Red Wagon Pizza and beverages provided by KIAA. Janet Hallaway from The Bridge for Youth was available to answer questions regarding her organization and to take donations. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\n\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM. He stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year: SWLRT work including work on the CAC and mitigation of potential adverse effects to the neighborhood, support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Movies in the Park, Kenwood Carnival, and the Skating Party. He also introduced Matt Spies, who leads the subcommittee working to address concerns over East Cedar Lake “Hidden” Beach. Angie Erdrich gave an update on the Raingarden to be constructed at Kenwood Corner in August 2015.\n\nLarry introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to himself: Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Ed Pluimer, and Shawn Smith. Larry made the motion for re-election, and the neighbors voted in favor.\n\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\n\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood. If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us. If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong> </strong><strong> April 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\n<p align=\"left\">The KIAA Board met April 6, 2015, at Kenwood Rec Center.</p>\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Board Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy.</p>\n<p align=\"left\">Others present: Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and other Kenwood residents</p>\n\n<h1><strong>7th Ward Update - City Council Member Lisa Goodman </strong></h1>\n&nbsp;\n<ul>\n	<li>Street sweeping on most north/south streets will be the week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; east/west streets and the remaining north/south streets will be the week of April 20<sup>th</sup>. Yard waste pickup begins week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; use compostable bags or yard waste containers.</li>\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be on Wednesday April 29<sup>th</sup>. Olga Viso, Executive Director of the Walker Art Center, will give an in-depth look at the Walker’s $75 million renovation plans, including the Sculpture Garden and improvements to the hill and along Vineland Place. As usual, please arrive between 11:30 - 11:45 am to get lunch and a seat for the program.</li>\n	<li>Lisa Goodman is also arranging a visit to the Minneapolis Emergency Operations Center the week of May 4<sup>th</sup> for interested residents. The Center was moved to Fridley and improved after the 35W bridge collapse. Space will be limited. Notice will be sent to anyone who is signed up for her regular notices by email. (Email her office if you would like to be added to her distribution list.)</li>\n	<li>Some qualified residents of CIDNA and Lowry Hill have volunteered to be on the Kenilworth Station Art and Landscape Committee that will look at station area design for some of the Minneapolis Southwest Light Rail stations. Selections will be made soon; contact Lisa Goodman’s office if anyone else is interested. KIAA expressed the strong interest in having this committee consider ways that the presence of a station could have a positive impact on problems at East Cedar Lake beach. Lisa Goodman thinks the committee will be focused only on the station design.</li>\n	<li>The owners of 1800 Lake/Knox project have stopped pumping water from the basement of the building into Lake Calhoun in accordance with the consent decree.</li>\n	<li>The City’s composting program has started; organics can be taken to drop-off sites listed at <a href=\"http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996\">http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996</a>. One of the drop-off sites is the South Transfer Station, 2850 20th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55407. Organics pick up will start in April 2016 for the Kenwood neighborhood. Homeowners will be charged for the service whether they sign up for pick up or not.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1><strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</strong></h1>\n&nbsp;\n<ul>\n	<li>The East Cedar Lake Beach KIAA subcommittee recently met and also conducted an online survey. Survey results will be posted on NextDoor; there was interest in log-rolling, which could be once/week in partnership with the maker of synthetic logs who lives in the area, as well as point-to-point swimming across Cedar Lake. The Park Board indicated that they would be supportive of this swimming by providing a lifeguard and allowing this activity, which normally is prohibited.</li>\n	<li>The subcommittee discussed that the Park Police are best situated to determine when to deploy extra policing funded by KIAA. Josine Peters introduced a resolution to allocate an additional $3,000 (when added to the previously approved $5,000, for a total of $8,000) of remaining KIAA NRP funds to the Police Buy-Back contract with the City. Jack Levi seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.\n<ul>\n	<li>Another idea for positive programming at the Beach is a canoe paddle derby. Jeanette Colby has confirmed the details for one KIAA-sponsored event for all ages: the Open Eye Figure Theatre Driveway Tour will be on Friday, June 5th at 7 p.m. at East Cedar Lake Beach. Residents are invited to picnic and enjoy an innovative puppet show. Jeanette Colby introduced a resolution approving $400 for the event; Kathy Low seconded and it passed unanimously.</li>\n	<li>Long-term solutions to the problems at the Beach were also discussed at the subcommitee’s recent meeting. Some of the Park Board’s ideas to be considered in the future include fixing up trails and constructing restrooms. <strong>The</strong> suggestion that a CAC be formed as a forum for discussing these kinds of changes was met with enthusiasm.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n<h1><strong>SWLRT Discussion - Kathy Low</strong></h1>\n&nbsp;\n<ul>\n	<li>Kathy provided an update on the 106 review (environmental review process re: adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties in the neighborhood). KIAA continues to use the PVN consulting firm to assist in our role as consulting party in this process. Kathy proposed a resolution to approve a contract with PVN for 2015 and to add $2,000 to the contract with the City using Neighborhood Priority Plan funds to cover this cost. The consultant will discuss with KIAA what scope of work is requested for each future meeting. It is possible that CIDNA will share in the cost of the consultant’s time to prepare and attend meetings<strong>.</strong> The motion was seconded and carried unanimously. Kathy will attend the next 106 meeting on April 22<sup>nd</sup> and KIAA will seek a new representative for future meetings.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1><strong>KIAA Annual Gathering – Angie Erdrich, Ed Pluimer</strong></h1>\n&nbsp;\n<ul>\n	<li>The Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> outside the downtown Kenwood businesses on West 21<sup>st</sup> Street beginning at 6 pm. BeARTrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Ed proposed a resolution to allocate $100 each to help with expenses those two businesses will incur as well as funds to cover other KIAA expenses for supplies for the event. Kathy Low seconded and the resolution passed unanimously. Delicious individually-prepared pizza will be prepared on site by Red Wagon Pizza. There will be a brief presentation by Chair Larry Moran at 6:30 describing KIAA activities. The 2015-2016 KIAA board will then be elected: new board members are needed and encouraged to attend. Last year was a huge success and all residents are welcome. Donations to the Bridge for Youth will be accepted.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:25 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, May 4th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on 21<sup>st</sup> Street in front of the Kenwood businesses as described above. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident in each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kiaa55405@gmail.com.</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>March 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met March 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\n\nOthers present: Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee), Dr. Eric Larson, and 6 other attendees and neighbors\n\n<strong>City Council Update</strong>\n<h1><em> </em>No Update this month</h1>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Chief Ohotto provided an update on how KIAA funding was utilized in the summer of 2014 beach season. A total of 93 hours were utilized by park police for a budget cost of $6084, over the authorization of $5000 by KIAA.</li>\n	<li>Most offenses at ECLB are due to narcotics and alcohol. Submitted for the minutes was a 10 year recap of police reports. 2014 had 101 reports written (not necessarily arrests)</li>\n	<li>Chief would like to continue to have “buy back” patrols in 2015 and to have funding in place before June for proactive presence at the beach. The Chief’s recommendation was to have an officer present from 11AM till 4PM on scheduled days (from buy back funding), so as not to double up coverage that is regularly scheduled after 2PM till 10PM, based on availability. He also recommended the board reach out to the 5<sup>th</sup> Precinct City Attorney for partnership in increasing awareness of repeat offenders. Further, to reach out to Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams for support.</li>\n	<li>Preceding the recommendation of the Hidden Beach task force, which will be provided to KIAA later in March, Jeanette Colby made a motion to authorize $5000 initially pending the recommendation of the committee (to be finalized March 17<sup>th</sup> at the rec center at 6:30, public welcome) and to be revisited at a later date in case extra funding is needed due to ideas that come from the task force. Josine Peters seconded. Unanimously approved.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Larry Moran provided an update from the Community Advisory Committee meeting (Jody Strakosch is the neighborhood CAC representative), which occurs the last Tuesday of each month. Topics included Development Reviews, Community Works, and Design and Engineering. The primary issue was the SDEIS which will be delayed until late Spring or early summer, or later. This is important as SDEIS would speak to the environmental impact of co-location of freight and LRT in the Kenilworth Corridor with a single tunnel. Once complete, the public will have a 45 day period to comment.</li>\n	<li>Kathy Low provided an update on the 106 review (adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties). In December, KIAA sent a letter outlining concerns on this topic. MnDot agreed to expedite traffic studies to assess impact of project. It remains unclear what, if any, mitigation will be done to mitigate potential adverse impacts on historic properties. Motion carried unanimously for Kathy Low to send the letter regarding KIAA position on the channel. Motion also carried unanimously to authorize an additional $500 to pay the consultants PVN to help KIAA prepare a response letter to the most recent 106 consultation meeting.</li>\n	<li>Dr. Eric Larson, neighbor, addressed the board regarding the transportation of flammable liquids through the Kenilworth Corridor alongside SWLRT. He sent a letter to Fire Chief Fruetel asking him to explore the inherent danger of, and a plan to manage and mitigate the damage in the event of a spill or fire resulting from an ethanol train accident. Construction of the shallow tunnel will occur 12 feet from the freight rail track. Motion carried unanimously to endorse the letter.</li>\n	<li>Shawn Smith made a motion to update, sign on behalf of KIAA, and send a letter to Senator Dibble recapping the discussion on outstanding questions on SWLRT from the last two meetings, to outline where information is needed and outstanding concerns that are not addressed. Seconded by Josine, carried unanimously.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Sculpture Garden Renovation – Josine Peters (minutes addendum)</h1>\n<strong>Statement:</strong>\n\nAs part of the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden renovation, the Walker Art Center will temporarily remove most sculptures. Many will be in storage, but others will be on short- or long-term loan to a number of Twin Cities institutions so that the public can still enjoy them during the construction project. The Walker is still in conversation with these potential partners and is identifying particular works for relocation. No official decisions have been made.\n\nOne thing we know for certain is that the Frank Gehry <em>Standing Fish</em> will be relocated from the Cowles Conservatory in order to reimagine that particular space. A formal announcement will be made in early 2015 announcing the relocation of specific artworks and their locations.\n\nMore information can be found on Minneapolisparks.org. Search under “current projects”\n\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Kenwood Carnival</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Motion carried unanimously to authorize $750 Kenwood Carnival.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> in front of the Kenwood Restaurant, 6-7:30. BeArtrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Food will be Red Wagon Pizza. New prospective board members are welcome. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Volunteers are Needed for Earth Day Cleanup.</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Meet on Saturday, April 25<sup>th</sup> at the Kenwood Rec Center. 9:30-noon. More info to come in April.</li>\n</ul>\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\n\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>February 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met February 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.</p>\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\n\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; 4 neighbors\n\n<strong>7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman</strong>\n<h1>Lunch with Lisa on Feb 25<sup>th</sup> and the topic is TBD at the time of this meeting. There will be a communication shortly to provide interested residents the time, place and topic. The last lunch was well attended with a speaker from the Youth Homelessness Initiative.</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>There is a wrecking permit pulled for a residence at 2536 Upton S for a replacement house.</li>\n	<li>Property valuation notices for 2015 have been mailed to residents. If residents would like to have a review for equalization of their property value, it must be done at this time. If you believe your property is not correctly assessed, please refer to the City of Minneapolis website for instructions. You will need to pull your own comparative properties and submit an application for review.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>SWLRT Update, Section 106 Review (potential affects of SWLRT on historic properties) – Kathy Low</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that the next SWLRT section 106 consultation meeting is 2/6. KIAA will attend the meeting along with the other consulting parties; SWLRT project staff, the State Historic Preservation Office, City of Minneapolis, the Park Board, CIDNA, and others. This meeting concerns solely the impact on the historical Kenilworth Channel crossing. Adverse effects on neighborhood historic properties from construction as well as operation of the trains and related traffic will continue to be the top focus of KIAA at future 106 meetings. Jeanette Colby motioned to approve $500 for the KIAA retained consultants Preservation Design Works to attend the meeting, Josine Peters seconded. The motion was approved.</li>\n	<li>There was a follow up discussion led by Larry Moran regarding the need for specifics from the SW Project office for what to expect in 2015 on the project to be able to inform residents and how best to obtain that information. Suggestions that were made would be finalized after the meeting as a follow up but included contacting representatives to request their attention to any concerns that are not being addressed.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Larry Moran</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>The KIAA task force is continuing to work on solutions for the 2015 beach season. The importance of continuity was stressed for a neighborhood strategy to address neighborhood concerns regarding the beach. If KIAA funds extra park police patrols in 2015, KIAA would work with funding recipients to align on how the money would be spent, and would look to include Chief Ohotto and Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams in the conversations. Jack Levi to follow up with Kathy Williams for an update from the task force on long term strategies and next steps.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\n\n<strong> If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\n\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\n\n<strong> January 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 5, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\n<p align=\"left\">Vice Chair Mike Bono called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\nBoard Members present: Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\n\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; Dan Pennie, Anne Carayon, Dylan Thomas (SW Journal), Jean Deatrick (Hill and Lakes Press), Bruce Brunner, Donna Minter, Jody Strakosch\n\n7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman\n<h1><em> </em>Lunch with Lisa on Jan 28<sup>th</sup> will feature a Youth Homelessness speaker. RSVP to Lisa’s office is appreciated.</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>SWLRT. There will be CIDNA, KIAA, Bryn Mawr, and Cedar Lake Park Association representation on committees regarding the W 21<sup>st</sup> St and Penn Ave stations. The city is seeking individuals with landscape architecture experience to serve on the committees and give input on environmental mitigation and remediation strategies.</li>\n	<li>A CIDNA homeowner described damage to homes on Sunset Blvd from the recent Met Council sewer reconstruction project. The Met Council and its contractor have not satisfactorily addressed the homeowners’ property damage claims according to the testimonial. Kathy Low brought forth a resolution for discussion, similar to one recently passed by CIDNA, requesting that the Met Council revise processes to resolve damage disputes and compensate property owners who suffer damage due to Met Council projects, especially in light of the proposed SWLRT construction. Discussion on how to engage state and city leadership is an issue that is common to neighborhoods at risk of damage by construction, for the agenda of a January 21<sup>st</sup> meeting. Kathy Low moved for approval of the resolution. Jeanette Colby seconded. Unanimously passed and final version was published to KIAA post-meeting.</li>\n</ul>\n<h1>SWLRT Update – Kathy Low</h1>\n<ul>\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that on 1/7 the Park Board will vote on two resolutions – 1) request approval of funding to complete a study of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel for SWLRT 2) a letter to the FTA stating that input from the Park Board has not been duly considered (note: the Park Board subsequently voted to approve these motions in the 1/7 meeting). In the board’s materials for discussion is the KIAA Section 106 letter (which is in regard to the adverse effects of construction on historic districts or properties). This letter was approved between KIAA monthly meetings. There was a general discussion regarding upcoming opportunities for neighborhood input, potentially coordinating input with CIDNA and Cedar Lake Park Association, and the reliability of the funding for above mentioned mitigation strategies.</li>\n</ul>\n<h1>Property Resolution – Kathy Low</h1>\nHidden Beach Committee\n<ul>\n	<li>Mike Bono surfaced the discussion of the formation of a KIAA committee to proactively handle concerns for Hidden Beach. The committee chair description was developed by Chair Larry Moran prior to the meeting and was reviewed by the board members present. Angie Erdrich offered to get input on the draft description from Kathy Williams and the Hidden Beach committee she chairs currently.</li>\n</ul>\nKIAA Annual Gathering\n<ul>\n	<li>The date of the Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. Preparations are underway and more details are to come. All neighbors are encouraged to join in the annual celebration of our neighborhood, and participate in the election of the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\n</ul>\nRain Gardens\n<ul>\n	<li>Angie Erdrich shared that 20 residents had applied for raingardens. A huge win for the</li>\n</ul>\n<ol>\n	<li>The Rain Garden grant is through Metro Blooms.</li>\n</ol>\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Addendum:</strong>\n<ul>\n	<li>The City of Minneapolis Public Works Department, after consultation with the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board, is working with a contractor to install a temporary diversion of the stormwater system from an outfall pipe in the Lagoon (between Lake of the Isles and Lake Calhoun) to the north shoreline of Lake Calhoun.</li>\n</ul>\nWork on the installation begain last week and is expected to be completed by January 16.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Mike Bono at 8:39 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n<table width=\"640\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"9\" valign=\"top\"></td>\n<td></td>\n<td></td>\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"4\" valign=\"top\"></td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n&nbsp;','KIAA_archive_0ct02_2017','','inherit','closed','closed','','1600-revision','','','2017-10-02 12:38:29','2017-10-02 17:38:29','',1600,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/10/02/1600-revision/',0,'revision','',0),(1602,1,'2017-10-02 12:38:27','2017-10-02 17:38:27','&nbsp;\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n(click on a topic below to view)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#what\">What is KIAA?</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#message\">Message from KIAA Chair</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#listing\">Listing of Board Members</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#join\">Join a Committee</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#support\">Support Our Neighborhood</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#minutes\">KIAA Board Meeting Minutes</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Bylaws_2011.pdf\">KIAA bylaws (click for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-EEO-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA EEO Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-ADA-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA ADA Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/KIAA-Grievance-Procedure1.docx\">KIAA Grievance Procedure</a>\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"what\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>What is KIAA ?</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Isles Area Association</strong> <strong></strong>is a volunteer organization of Kenwood residents who, since 1962, have worked together in a collaborative effort to address issues and matters related to maintaining and improving the quality of life in our neighborhood. The neighborhood-elected Board of Directors generally meets the 1st Monday of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. These meetings are open to the public. The topics of discussion include:\r\n\r\nA City Council update from Lisa Goodman, our City Council representative\r\n\r\nA Treasurer’s report\r\n\r\nCommittee updates\r\n\r\nOther neighborhood updates/news\r\n\r\nWe invite you to attend our meetings and to become involved in the neighborhood by joining the Board or serving on one of our committees: Communications, Crime and Safety, Events/Special Projects, Light Rail Transit (LRT), Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP), and Zoning.\r\n\r\nWe also invite you to participate in our neighborhood events which include:\r\n\r\nThe City of Lakes Loppet and neighborhood skating party in late January/early February\r\n\r\nOur annual neighborhood meeting in May\r\n\r\nSpecial events in Kenwood Park during the summer\r\n\r\nThe Twin Cities Marathon in early October.\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA Mission Statement</strong> – To build a strong community in the Kenwood-Isles area by providing leadership, information on local matters, and a forum for issues resolution.\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Mascot</strong>, Egret (Why the Egret you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Color</strong>, Red (Why red you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\"><img title=\"egret-red\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"448\" height=\"261\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Message from KIAA Chair</strong> –\r\n\r\nThe KIAA Board continues to work on issues affecting Kenwood residents. These issues include:\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li><strong>Light Rail</strong>. The planned construction of light rail in the neighborhood brings both great opportunity and challenge. Connecting to a growing system will allow residents access to the western suburbs, both downtowns, the northern suburbs, and the airport. We face two challenges with the arrival of light rail: we need to ensure that it moves safely through the neighborhood; we need to work to make sure that is has the least impact on the neighborhood and the environment. To that end, we have neighbors on the various committees that are making decisions on design, station areas, and the mitigation of the overall effect the project will have on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Freight Rail Re-Route</strong>. The approved plan for the light rail construction requires the reroute of the freight line out of the Kenilworth Corridor (because of space constraints). Currently, there is discussion to redesign the project in order to allow both light rail and freight rail to run in the corridor. KIAA Board members are involved in meetings that discuss the issue and are trying to make sure resident concerns are heard.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Parade Road</strong>. Though it is not in Kenwood, the reconstruction of the road in front of Parade Ice Garden affects many residents. We have followed the discussions and have heard presentations from Anita Tabb, our Park Board Representative.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>The Budget</strong>. As we faced last year, budget issues are affecting Kenwood Recreation Center. We are working closely with the management of the center to offer whatever help we can.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\nWe invite your input and involvement in any of these issues. We also are glad to hear from you about any other issue you think is affecting the quality of life in our neighborhood. Join us for our monthly board meeting. Volunteer to be part of the board or work on specific board committees (e.g., LRT, zoning, communications, crime and safety). Visit our new website (<strong><a href=\"../../\">http://kenwoodminneapolis.org</a></strong>) and stay informed on neighborhood events and news.\r\n\r\nThanks and have a great spring!\r\n\r\nKIAA Board Chair\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"listing\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Shawn Smith (Chair)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Larry Moran (Vice Chair) </strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Jack Levi (Secretary)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:jack@levicapital.com\">jack@levicapital.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Matthew Spies (Treasurer)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>matthew.spies@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Michael Bono</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:mbono@brocade.com\">mbono@brocade.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Mark Brown</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:pluim2020@aol.com\">M</a>ark@AcceleratedInnovations.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong><a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><a href=\"mailto:angie_sandeep@yahoo.com\">angie_sandeep@yahoo.c</a>om\r\n\r\n<strong>Carl Goldstein</strong>\r\n\r\ncarl@wordsonfire.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Kyle Leier</strong>\r\n\r\nKyleier@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeremy Nichols</strong>\r\n\r\njsn@umn.edu\r\n\r\n<strong>Will Stensrud</strong>\r\n\r\nwillstensrud@gmail.com\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div><strong>Join a Committee</strong> – The <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> would love to have more neighborhood participation on our standing committees. We need your ideas on how to make the <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> even better and more relevant to everyone in the neighborhood. Any one who lives or owns property in the Kenwood neighborhood is eligible to join. If you are interested in participating, please contact any of the committee members listed:</div>\r\n<table width=\"810\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Communications </strong>(Chair is vacant) –This committee works toward better communication among neighbors, KIAA Board members, and other organizations and entities. It also works to promote the Kenwood neighborhood.Responsibilities include:</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Publishing the semi-annual KIAA newsletter and monthly e-newsletter</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the KIAA web site</li>\r\n	<li>Creating/maintaining the neighborhood welcome kit</li>\r\n	<li>Developing communication materials and methods</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the neighborhood e-mail distribution list</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong> Chair is Mark Johnson – <a href=\"mailto:mjruns26@gmail.com\">mjruns26@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee works to promote safety in the Kenwood neighborhood.Goals include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Keeping the community safe</li>\r\n	<li>Educating residents about safety issues</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating information about crimes in the area in a timely and accurate manner</li>\r\n	<li>Recruiting block leaders</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining a relationship with the Minneapolis Police Dept. and Crime Prevention Specialist</li>\r\n	<li>For more information or to subscribe to the quarterly e-newsletter for our precinct (the 5th) visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>or text SPOTLIGHT to 22828.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Events/Special Projects</strong> Chair is Amy Lucas – <a href=\"mailto:amylucas@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">amymlucas@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee plans neighborhood events and works with the Kenwood Recreation Center staff and other neighborhood associations to co-sponsor events. It also addresses issues of current interest to neighborhood residents and ensures KIAA representation on community task forces.Some of the annual events coordinated by this committee are:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Skating party</li>\r\n	<li>Earth day/community cleanup day</li>\r\n	<li>Neighborhood Annual Meeting</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>LRT</strong> Chair is Jeanette Colby – <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\" target=\"_blank\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\nHennepin County and the Met Council are planning a light rail line (SWLRT) between Eden Prairie and downtown Minneapolis that would run along the Kenilworth Trail through the Kenwood neighborhood. KIAA has taken an active role in advocating for high design standards and mitigation that protect our parks and neighborhood.Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Attending community meetings</li>\r\n	<li>Drafting resolutions</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with the KIAA Board and neighbors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong></strong><strong>NRP </strong>Chair position is vacant\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as liaison with the Minneapolis Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) and with the new Minneapolis Neighborhood &amp; Community Relations (NCR) Department.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Management of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Solicitation of neighborhood projects to be recipients of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Completion of required paperwork</li>\r\n	<li>Development and implementation of our NRP Phase II plan</li>\r\n	<li>Communication with NRP staff and neighborhood activists citywide regarding NRP matters</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and written materials required by new Minneapolis NCR Department</li>\r\n	<li>Frequent updates regarding NRP and Minneapolis NCR/NCEC matters at KIAA Board meetings</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Zoning</strong> Chair is Larry Moran – <a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as the liaison between neighborhood homeowners seeking variances or conditional use permits and the KIAA Board.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Responding to neighbor’s questions regarding neighborhood zoning rules</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating the variance or conditional use permit process to neighbors</li>\r\n	<li>Meeting with neighbors to review any variance or conditional use permit requests</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with Minneapolis zoning and planning officials</li>\r\n	<li>Presenting requests for variances or conditional use permits to the KIAA Board</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"support\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Support Our Neighborhood – </strong>Your membership helps<strong> KIAA</strong> support neighborhood projects and events. Click on the link below to download a PDF of the membership form, then print out the form:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?attachment_id=113\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-113\">KIAA_Membership form (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform.gif\"><img title=\"KIAA Membership Form\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform-150x150.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\r\n<div>-<strong>July 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 7/10/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center<ins cite=\"mailto:Lucas%20Lucas\" datetime=\"2012-07-16T18:56\"></ins></p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Absent:  Mark Brown.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the  “50% design regarding Peavey Plaza”</li>\r\n	<li>The Penn/Oliver reconstruction project continues; the Penn Ave S setback has been approved. You can go to the Penn Oliver website for more information. Hard finish will be before 8/25/17, before school starts</li>\r\n	<li>The home on 2431 W22nd St is a potential teardown: No news yet regarding this property</li>\r\n	<li>Aug 1, 2017 is National Night Out: Permit application is by July 18<sup>th</sup> to avoid $100 fee.</li>\r\n	<li>Kmart on Lake St: The City is thinking about alternative locations for KMart. The City owns the land and building and the lease expires in 2050. Kmart’s demands are currently not acceptable to the City, so there is a deadlock for now on negotiations.</li>\r\n	<li>Regarding the 35W reconstruction: Starting in August, Interstate 35W will be under construction between I-94 in downtown Minneapolis and 46th Street. Bridges across 35W will be repaired or reconstructed.</li>\r\n	<li>The Pirate Mermaid event is on July 15 1-3pm. Need help with pirate booty and lemonade; Jeanette has offered to help.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a photo area for families to take pictures</li>\r\n	<li>Has KIAA done a neighborhood walking tour? Amanda thinks it would be a good idea. She will propose something.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake event – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The family event that took place in June resulted in commotion at the beach. The police presence diminished after that.  Then, another day following this commotion, there was a fight at the beach, followed by confrontation between the beachgoers and the police.  Following these events, KIAA met with the police; Matt sent a memo to the KIAA Board regarding this meeting with the police 2 weeks ago.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding encampments at Hidden Beach (as well as around South Minneapolis).</li>\r\n	<li>Ron wants to go over photos for ideas regarding paths for walking around the Hidden Beach area, as well as other parts of Cedar Lake. KIAA would like to hear his ideas and then form a committee to steer ideas into reality.</li>\r\n	<li>South Cedar Beach will be re-designed as a result of a private donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>John Peterson</strong>\r\n\r\nThis organization makes saunas available by bringing the sauna to the public. It is a mobile sauna 20X8 ft. John was referred to the park board to obtain a permit.\r\n\r\nThe company is now a coop and they are trying to expand. They currently have 141 members.\r\n\r\nJohn would like to do an event in August 2017 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nJeanette raised the issue that beach goers should be invited to make reservations, not just Kenwood residents. In general, the KIAA board that this would support the KIAA objective for positive programming at the beach.\r\n\r\nThe Motion for sauna operation at Hidden Beach by Will was approved by all.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\nMatt gave a KIAA financial report covering current account balances and monthly financial activity.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>2017 Neighborhood Priority Plan– Mike Bono</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe following was approved by the KIAA Board today:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) is participating in the Community Participation Program (CPP) for Minneapolis neighborhood organizations. CPP is a city program designed to give residents and property owners the power to improve or maintain their own neighborhoods and direct city resources to fit their needs.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe goal of Neighborhood Priority Plans is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners. Neighborhood Priority Plans must be developed and adopted through a thorough neighborhood participation process. The plan identifies preliminary neighborhood priorities (as identified by the neighborhood) and potential partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the result of the neighborhood survey, KIAA proposes to use its Community Participation Program funds allocated to the Neighborhood Priority Plan as listed below:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n1) Support community outreach and consulting services related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n2) Provide funding for landscaping around Lake of the Isles and for spreading awareness about preserving Cedar Lake Park.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n3) Provide funding for increased crime prevention and safety activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n4) Support the Kenwood Recreation Center, Kenwood School, and local businesses with funding for programming activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n5) Continue to fund a resource to assist KIAA with its communication efforts.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSpecifically, the proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan would include but no be limited to:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Supporting cooperative efforts with surrounding neighborhoods and organizations to minimize negative impacts on the Kenilworth trail as a result of the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Provide funding to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Continuing annual support of additional police patrols at East Cedar Lake Beach and other crime prevention activities such as increased police patrols in the alleys.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Contracting for part-time help to continue the monthly e-newsletter, and other communication efforts including developments regarding LRT.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Providing funding for educational programming and social activities with Kenwood School</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on September 11, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a>June Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met June 5<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</strong></p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1>Highlights from the KIAA Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Annual Gathering was held on Monday May 8<sup>th</sup> (rain date)</li>\r\n	<li>Total attendees were approximately 100.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2017-2018 board was elected, including 3 new board members (Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein).  Josine Peters stepped down, and we thank her for her service.</li>\r\n	<li>Speakers included Louise Erdrich regarding the renovation of the former Stephen Dean’s Tailors space, and Deb Pilger from MPRB regarding goats at Hidden Beach.  MetroBlooms and Hennepin County Recycling set up information tables.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction utility and roadwork is beginning.  The work will be completed by early fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Lunch with Lisa Field Trip will happen June 21<sup>st</sup> at 11:45AM.  You can choose from an Arts Tour of the Sculpture Garden, or a Hard Hat Tour of The Target Center Renovation.  Please contact Lisa’s office, as space is limited.  The next Lunch with Lisa is in September and will cover the Peavey Plaza renovation.</li>\r\n	<li>The City will not be able to ban plastic bags from grocery stores as originally planned (due to state legislative pre-emption).  The City is exploring other options and strategies to reduce the use of plastic bags.</li>\r\n	<li>Household hazardous waste events are occurring in June, July, and August.  The city will recover or recycle paint, solvents, etc. for free.  The next two are June 23-24 at the Public Works Facility (3607 E 44<sup>th</sup> St), and July 28-29 at Jenny Lind Elementary (5025 Bryant Ave N)</li>\r\n	<li>There was an open discussion on plastic bags, organic composting, downtown crime</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Election of Officers - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board elected officers for the 2017-2018 season, and welcomed three new directors.  The new KIAA board was unanimously approved by vote; Chair:  Shawn Smith.  Vice-Chair:  Larry Moran.  Treasurer:  Matt Spies.  Secretary:  Jack Levi.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nConflict of Interest Policy - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Board approved the KIAA Conflict of Interest Policy by email voting on April 26<sup>th</sup>, 2017.</li>\r\n	<li>Each board member signed the policy which is designed to 1) protect public trust in the integrity of the KIAA-decision making process and 2) to establish the procedures applicable to the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest in the context of transactions or arrangements entered into by KIAA where a member may have a financial interest in or fiduciary responsibility towards an entity with which KIAA is negotiating a transaction or arrangement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that donations in 2017 were down more than 50% vs. 2016.  This needs to be a focus for the upcoming fiscal year.  Jeanette made a motion to approve reimbursements as noted on financial detail.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Oriole Feeding Installations/Prairie Restoration Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie requested reimbursement for $192 to support the installation of the Oriole Feeding Station, to plant new plants in the prairie restoration area and food for the orioles.  The plants are consistent with the strategy as they are part of the natural environment for the prairie and orioles.  The funding was already approved at the April meeting and is under budget so was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Programming– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown and Will Stensruud planned the June 10<sup>th</sup> Family Beach Opener.  Artrageous is hosting activities for kids.  Jeanette moved to approve $300 for food and refreshments and not more than $500.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Summer Solstice Celebration on Wednesday, June 21<sup>st</sup>.  Artrageous is hosting the solstice party and it will be shared via social media.</li>\r\n	<li>Yoga is free to the public (hosted by KIAA) is held every Thursday at 7PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Open water swims start Monday June 19<sup>th</sup>.  Participants must sign up with the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Jim Gilroy Bench Dedication – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA last year lost a beloved board member, Jim Gilroy.  Thanks to the generosity of Kenwood residents, Jim’s friends and family, a bench was purchased in his memory on the Lake of the Isles Walking Path, across from Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church.  On Sunday, June 25<sup>th</sup> (1-5PM) there will be a dedication picnic.  All are welcome to attend to celebrate his life.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Park Board Update – Mark Holtey\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Rec Center will receive a Little Library this month.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Minnesota Zoomobile Presentation Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> at the Kenwood Park Picnic area from 1-1:45PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Movies in the Park at Kenwood Part resumes Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> 15 minutes after dusk.  This month’s showing will be <em>Hidden Figures</em>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on Monday, July 10th, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met April 3<sup>rd</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</strong></p>\r\n<strong> <img title=\"More...\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-includes/js/tinymce/plugins/wordpress/img/trans.gif\" alt=\"\" />Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown, Angie Erdrich, and Matt Spies.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick.</strong>\r\n<h1><strong><em> </em></strong></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction is scheduled to begin within a couple of months. The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting reviewing the project on April 25<sup>th</sup> at 6:30 at the Kenwood Rec Center.  There will be a separate public meeting on the assessment, tentatively scheduled for May 9<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>The April 26<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will host representatives from the Park Board and Walker Sculpture Garden.  They will discuss public art and sculpture, including updates on the Walker.  Please call Lisa’s office to order a lunch in advance ($10).</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping begins April 11. <a href=\"http://www.minneapolis.gov/streetsweeping\">www.minneapolismn.gov/publicworks/streetsweeping</a>.  Please be sure to follow parking restrictions to avoid a ticket.  Yard waste bundles will also be picked up at the same time – place it with recycling for pickup.  Do not sweep into the street as it is damaging to the environment.</li>\r\n	<li>As Backyard Fire season begins, please observe City Rules:  Permitted only 9AM to 10PM, burn only untreated fire wood (no trash), fire must be 25 feet from a structure and in a fire ring.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>I-35W will be under rehabilitation starting Summer 2017-Fall 2021, between 43<sup>rd</sup> St S and 15<sup>th</sup> St.  Please see <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies (Pre-Report)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt pre-reported less than $2500 in expenditures for the month, which included payments for the Hill and Lake Press Annual Sponsorship, down payments for the annual gathering, and board liability insurance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>2552 W Lake of the Isles Variance – Ryan Smith, Tyler Hillger</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Construction on the vacant lot at 2552 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway will require two variances to build as designed:  1) Front Yard Setback.  Due to the curve of the street, the setback rule would place the house in violation.  The variance would allow the setback variance to be consistent with the adjacent homes.  As designed, the front of the home will be behind the front of the original home down in 2004.  2) Terrace Square Footage Maximum.  The planned terrace would be allowable if variance 1 is approved.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA did not make a motion on the variance and requested that the board be kept informed and adjacent neighbors directly engaged by the homeowner.</li>\r\n	<li>If approved by the city, construction would begin late summer 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP and Priority Plan</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to approve the 2016 KIAA CPP Annual Report, which will be submitted to the city.</li>\r\n	<li>Mike presented a Financial Interest and Fiduciary Responsibility conflict of interest policy, now required by Minneapolis, to preserve public trust in the integrity of KIAA decision-making process.  The policy, once signed, will also be posted to the KIAA website.  The policy will be voted on between meetings to allow board members time to review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Will reviewed the proposed budget for the summer of 2017 at $5450, to support programming: Yoga, Log Rolling, June 10 Summer Kickoff Party, BeArtrageous, and a Music Series.  Motions were made to fund June 10<sup>th</sup> Summer Kickoff ($1300), Yoga ($600 for 10 sessions), the June 21<sup>st</sup> Solstice Party ($150), July 15<sup>th</sup> Pirates and Mermaids ($500).  Approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         An additional expenditure of $2000 was proposed to buy a generator to fill a bounce house for weekly events.  Due to liability concerns, the subcommittee was asked to go back and research further prior to a vote on the funding.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering May 1<sup>st</sup> – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Gathering is 6-7:30 at Kenwood Corner</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA board members are requested to sign up for tasks.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.  Current board members were requested to announce their intent to run prior to the next meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project Updates – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn provides updates on this standing topic, the #1 priority for the board per the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey.</li>\r\n	<li>County Transit Improvement Board did not vote unanimously from disbanding, with Dakota County voting against without a larger payout, and Hennepin County against because commissioners knew that CTIB would not disband.  It remains to be seen whether a county sales tax can be implemented to fund the missing state share of $135M</li>\r\n	<li>SWLRT and Bottineau line are not approved for funding in the new proposed federal budget.  84 State legislators signed a letter to Transportation Secretary Chao further requesting that funding be withheld because it did not have legislative support.</li>\r\n	<li>Files are advancing at the state level to remove/increase railroad liability for co-location, block any future light rail transit without state approval, and implement terms and elections to Met Council officials.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is the Annual Gathering on Monday, May 1st, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 6<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mark Brown, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n<h1> The Agenda Was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting held during the month of April, an announcement will be sent out on Next Door.  There will be a public hearing in May regarding the assessment.</li>\r\n	<li>The March 29<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will be an update on Peavey Plaza renovations.</li>\r\n	<li>Unspent and frozen NRP money will be returned to neighborhoods.  Kenwood received $1000 back.  The amount received by Kenwood for NRP was mostly spent in support of our neighborhood priorities.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA donated $750 to support the Kenwood School auction.</li>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the importance of managing the budget on a three-year cycle, tied to the funding cycle from the city.  Also discussed was ensuring that the budget would address reimbursable expenditures vs non-reimbursable expenditures that depend on neighbor contributions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt submitted a proposal to define objectives for the 2017 season, focusing on the implementation of 3 recurring activities such as puppet shows, yoga, log rolling, etc.  Additionally, how to engage the Park Board to implement improvements to the beach prior to SWLRT operations.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to take the lead on planning the programming.  Options will be discussed for future seasons to fund an intern to manage the programming and community outreach.  For 2017, a subcommittee will be formed to develop the action plan and report to the board at the April meeting.  Larry noted that it is important to share the plan at the annual neighborhood gathering on May 1<sup>st</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The gathering is May 1<sup>st</sup>.  Angie put together a to-do and sign up list for tasks that need to be completed to have a successful event.  The biggest issue to finalize is food.  KIAA is exploring different options that can reduce cost.  An option is to identify any neighborhood caterers or restaurant owners to support the event with food.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January Citizens Advisory Council meeting.   The Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District voted unanimously to permit SWLRT for construction through the waters that it manages.  Cedar Lake and the Kenilworth Channel drain into the creek and the Mississippi River, which MCWD manages.</li>\r\n	<li>On March 8<sup>th</sup>, County Transit Improvement Board voted to disband, clearing the way for Hennepin County to implement a 50 cent sales tax to fund SWLRT state share and ongoing operational costs.  However, because Dakota County voted against disbanding, there will be a process to follow where either CTIB will have one county member, or increasing the buyout to the county to gain their vote.</li>\r\n	<li>Full federal funding grant of $900M, if awarded, will happen by the end of June.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates:  Please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 3<sup>rd</sup>, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 6th, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Mark Brown, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Police Chief Ohotto, and 4 other residents.\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\nCity Council Update – Lisa Goodman\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner and contribute 7% of the total budget of $1M.  There will be a large neighborhood meeting held in advance to share details.  Work will be completed prior to fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The February 22<sup>nd</sup> Lunch with Lisa topic is Emergency Preparedness, including natural disasters and pandemic readiness.  Please contact her office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Ward 7 has been prioritized for the City’s Tree Planting Program.  Residents can get information and order trees March 6-12 at <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.  There will be a lottery, and those selected will be notified by March 22.  Trees will have a nominal cost to residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette provided an update on the parking situation in Downtown Kenwood.  She reported that the business owners did not support a KIAA proposed solution to add restrict parking to one side of 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Another possible solution is to clarify the parking signs on Penn Avenue in front of Kenwood School.  One resident from Oliver Ave expressed his concerns on the adverse effect he is experiencing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA dedicated $5000 for police overtime (80 hours of patrols).  2016 had the second lowest number of police reports since the lowest year (2008).</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The Chief continues to recommend a balance of extra patrols with the positive programming that has happened in the last 2 years.  Neighborhood involvement/usage of the beach is also important, vs. solely relying on police patrols.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Jeanette moved to spend $5000 for 2017 continued additional policing, pending the securing of city funding via the Neighborhood Priority Plan contract.  Mike will inform the board once city funding is confirmed.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The party was rescheduled for February 12<sup>th</sup> due to poor ice conditions.  KIAA will still contribute cookies towards the event.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Residents donated $747 last month, most in response to the annual newsletter.  KIAA also received some city reimbursements, totaling $2500.  KIAA appreciates the local funding of the neighborhood residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jean Deatrich has helped Matt mail thank you letters in response to all donations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Letter of Concern over 3020 Kenwood Parkway – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Calhoun-Isles Association is opposing the construction of a Residential High Rise on the Northeast Corner of Lake Calhoun that would possibly violate the Shoreland Overlay District and would certainly be in opposition to local ordinance.  The building would be 59 feet tall and out of character with the surrounding neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed a letter stating KIAA’s position that developers need to respect the overlay district not only for this project/lake but for future projects and other lakes.  This position supports the KIAA Neighborhood Priority of protecting the environment, lakes, and waterways.  The Overlay height restriction exists to protect the lake edge from out of scale development, shading, and wind concentration and a negative human caused impact on the environment.  Larry moved to send the letter, approved unanimously.  A response was received from CM Lisa Bender that it does not violate the Overlay Disctrict but does violate local zoning.  Jeanette is working with the city and C-I Association to clarify.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The annual gathering and board elections are May 1.  Any residents that would like to run for a board position are encouraged to contact KIAA; ssmith288@me.com.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         To reduce costs, new food alternatives will be considered for the annual gathering.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood School Request – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The School requested $750 in funding to be a sponsor of the Kenwood School Auction and Fundraiser.  KIAA supported this request in 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA view is that the funding supports the Neighborhood Priority of supporting robust programming and education our Kenwood School, which not only serves Kenwood children but children from other parts of the city.  Shawn moved to support the funding, unanimously approved.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January CAC meeting.   The Southwest Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that at the State Legislature GOP leadership is challenging that the Met Council will rely on the state to pay 50% of ongoing operating costs for light rail and transit but the state has no voice in which or how many projects are built.  That would mean that there is no elected voice in the regional transit plan and required state funding.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District is meeting on February 23<sup>rd</sup> to vote whether to approve permits for SWLRT construction and operation in areas that MCWD manages.  The MCWD is responsible for maintaining the water quality for the Watershed, which includes the Chain of Lakes.  The public comment period closed February 2<sup>nd,</sup> and many testified concerns about conflicts of interest with MCWD managers.  Most managers were appointed by Hennepin County Commissioners, that support the project.</li>\r\n	<li>As only 3 Kenwood properties are identified to have severe averse impacts, KIAA will consider funding an independent study of vibration and noise similar to one conducted at the Minneapolis/St Louis Park border.  The study would evaluate the Kenilworth Corridor north of the Kenilworth Channel.  Jeanette will contact the engineers to find out if there would be any benefit and what the cost would be.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will kick off the planning for ECLB programming for 2017.  He will solicit resident ideas.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJanuary 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 9th, 2017 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Will Stensrud, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Directors Absent:  Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mike Bono, Treasurer Matt Spies.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Snow Emergencies are communicated via Facebook, Instragram, Email/text alerts, City of Minneapolis Mobile App.  All residents are encouraged to sign up for alerts to be aware of when Snow Emergencies are declared.</li>\r\n	<li>Road Sand is available from the City Public Works Sites, to be placed in a barrel in areas that are needed.  Please contact Lisa’s office to request a barrel of sand.</li>\r\n	<li>Christmas Trees are recycled by the city.  Please put your trees at your regular pickup site.  Old Christmas lights can also be recycled; go to <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is January 25<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall.  The topic is Public Art, including a sneak preview of the Nicollet Mall art.  Lisa is always interested in constituents’ ideas for topics.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette brought to Lisa’s attention NRP survey results to get her perspective on what is within the city’s ability to address.  Many issues raised in the survey, including noise and excessive speed are regulated and difficult to enforce.  Any public works issues such as alley defects should be directed to Lisa’s office.  Jeanette will follow up with Lisa to address the continuing parking and alley access problem by Downtown Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Warming House – Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy shared that a volunteer group with representatives from from CIDNA, Lowry Hill and East Isles, the Minneapolis Parks Foundation, MPRB staff and local architects are considering that the warming house should be replaced, in part based on age (18 years old). The cost to bring the structure in and out by crane is increasing to $20K per year; a new structure designed to be more easily transported could make moving it less expensive. The idea being discussed is to change the structure into one that can be used all year, across different sites, for different purposes. There will be a design competition and funds raised. KIAA supports the idea of replacement but there was a discussion as to whether it\'s appropriate for KIAA to contribute neighborhood funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Treasurer Report – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Several contributions were received in January ($398) as a result of the Fall Newsletter.  KIAA appreciates the support and Matt will work with Jean to send acknowledgement letters to the donors.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie will provide via cookies for the party funded by KIAA.  The party is January 22<sup>nd</sup> from 1-3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Application – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will help manage the process for Rain garden applications and awarding grants from MetroBlooms.  This year is the third year of this partnership, and this year there will be no cost to KIAA.  KIAA will make an in-kind donation of time and resources to promote the initiative.  More information will be provided by the end of January.  Rain gardens support our NRP initiative of protecting the lakes and environment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Cedar Lake Orioles Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie is leading engagement with Kenwood School to reinstall Oriole feeding stations this spring.  Last year, orioles were abundant and several classes visited Cedar Lake Park to see them, accompanied by teachers and neighborhood volunteers.  This initiative is important because it drives more family and educational opportunities at Cedar Lake.  Angie requested $200 for laminated signs and feeding station supplies (food).  Jeanette moved to approve, unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering Planning Kickoff – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The annual gathering will be May 1<sup>st</sup> in downtown Kenwood, which includes food and election of KIAA officers.  In order to keep costs in check, other food options will be explored.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Communication Committee – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Will, Mark, and Jeanette will work with Jean regarding a communication committee and communication plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that CTIB is likely in the process of self-dissolving so that Hennepin County can raise the transit sales tax to .5%, to fund the missing $140M state share of funding.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion whether to contact the FTA regarding Met Council compliance to 2012 Certification Requirements for Federal Funding, and without a vote KIAA determined not to take any action.</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is contacting three LRT- adjacent property owners to discuss construction.  These are the only houses at 21<sup>st</sup> St that the Met Council deems to be impacted by LRT operations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The top 5 priorities from the survey were identified – SWLRT, Lakes/Parks/Environment, Kenwood Rec Center events, Hidden Beach Safety, and Kenwood School.  Jeanette wrote a summary report to share with anyone interested.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Calhoun Association is asking KIAA to support opposition to a 54 foot tall residential building to be built adjacent to Tin Fish on Lake Calhoun (replacing 3 existing homes).  The proposed structure would be within the Shoreland Overlay District which has a height restriction of 36 feet.  As an action taken between meetings, the proposal will be reviewed and voted on whether to support or not support the opposition.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board Police Chief Ohotto will be invited to attend the KIAA February Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>December 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 5th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis finalizes its 2017 budget on December 7th.  On November 30<sup>th</sup>, there was a public hearing; 45 people provided testimony on the mayor’s proposed budget. There was a significant organized effort to reduce proposed police budgeting in favor of more community based non-profit policing.  The mayor had proposed adding 15 additional sworn officers as 2016 had the lowest number of officers this decade, 100 less than 2009.  Neighborhoods Organizing for Change challenged that increase.  (Addendum Post KIAA Meeting:  December 7<sup>th</sup> saw a similar number of testimonials and content, and the budget was adopted with the 15 additional officers.)</li>\r\n	<li>The budget also proposes a new position of Small Business Navigator.  This position would assist small businesses in navigating the Minneapolis city laws and regulations.  Lisa supports up to 4 positions in order to help small business navigate the city’s complex licensing and codes.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa emphasized that the Final Truth in Taxation notices that were mailed in November did not include the voter approved school special taxation levy.  Therefore, property taxes are understated by approximately 10%.  Revised Final Notices will not be mailed.  (Note to residents:  look at your 2016 School District Voter Approved Levy to see approximately how much your 2017 taxes are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Car2Go is ending operations in Minneapolis because of two business conditions that created an inability for the company to be profitable.  1)  The city mandated that Car2Go distribute cars equitably throughout the city; however, because some neighborhoods had higher origination/destination usage than others, the company incurred high costs to redistribute cars, and some cars sat idle in lower-used neighborhoods.  Publicly, Car2Go cited that they were taxed/licensed at a car rental rate, which is higher than that of taxis and other ride-share services.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January after December 12ths Later with Lisa.  Lisa is interested in constituent input for topics for her schedule of 2017 lunches.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Board Member – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette introduced Will Stensrud, who with his family purchased a home in Kenwood one year ago.  Will asked to join the board to become more involved in the issues that shape Kenwood.  Jeanette motioned to approve his addition, and it was approved unanimously.  Welcome Will!</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>November was a busy month for SWLRT.  The FTA accepted testimony regarding Metropolitan Council accountability and adherence to process to determine certification for federal dollars for the next 4 years.  Many Kenwood residents sent testimony, including the LRT Done Right group.  Testimonials were published in last month’s Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn stated that there are two key next steps where KIAA will engage in SWLRT:  1) Follow up with the FTA to find out about how the neighborhoods testimony will be used, and will the findings be made available to the public, and 2) SWRLT construction and mitigation is the top issue surfaced in the annual NRP survey, and KIAA will continue to keep SWLRT as a standing KIAA meeting topic, and publish updates in the Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>LRT Done Right organization is engaging and meeting with key elected officials in the coming month to gain information and understanding of positions heading into the 2017 State Legislative Session.  Officials at the state, county, city, and park board will be met with.  KIAA’s position against residential development on the Kenilworth Trail/SWLRT line will be communicated.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reviewed the monthly balance sheet for KIAA as well as the expenditures and revenues for the month.  There was minimal activity during the month: payments made to Jean Deatrick and Post net for the Fall Newsletter, as well as a small payment to reimburse Pop Up Playground expense at “Hidden Beach,” and one donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA has submitted its Community Participation Program application for the upcoming three-year funding cycle by the City of Minneapolis, worth $25K annually to Kenwood.  KIAA is in the process of canvassing the neighborhood to determine the specific priorities to include in the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of NPP is to identify major initiatives for neighborhood organizations, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>The results of the Neighborhood Priorities survey were reviewed.  Top issues identified were SWLRT mitigation, protecting the lakes, East Cedar Lake Beach safety, supporting Kenwood Community Center activities/Common gathering place, more street lighting.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette noted that only 60 responses were received.  The link to the survey was put in the KIAA Fall Newsletter, Nextdoor, and Hill and Lakes Press.  Jean Deatrick will email out a link to her neighborhood email list and extend the deadline to December 18<sup>th</sup> to capture more feedback to feed the Top 5 Priorities.  There will also be future discussion on how to address other priorities received in written comments.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Lake of the Isles Warming House will be replaced.  The Park Board is considering a mobile structure that can be used all year.  Neighborhood Associations are being approached to provide funding.  There was discussion as to whether or not neighborhood funds should be used towards this project in light of the “Close the Gap” funding recently allocated to the Park Board, totaling $11M annually and funded by property tax increases.</li>\r\n	<li>Action taken between meetings:  The board approved up to $200 to place a sign in Downtown Kenwood to help address the continued concerns over parking issues.  It will direct patrons towards alternative parking locations and try to keep alley access clear.  Exact wording and structure is under discussion.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:27 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 9th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met November 7th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in November due to Thanksgiving.  On Monday December 12<sup>th</sup> at 4:30pm will be Later with Lisa, her annual holiday party.  It will be held at the Normandy Inn.  Cash bar, parking is free.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping is completed as of November 15th, as is yard waste pickup, for the season.  The city does not sweep alleys, leaf removal there is the responsibility of the home owner.</li>\r\n	<li>The house at 1204 Kenwood Parkway is under historic review.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction is on track to be complete by December.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa shared the Mayor’s 2017 Proposed Budget.  The board reviewed the budget and gleaned that the proposed levy increase is driven primarily by 1) 59 new positions in the city, 2) Park Board/City agreement on 20 Year Plan, 3) additional spending on social programs and grants to Non-Profit organizations.  The Truth in Taxation Hearing is November 30<sup>th</sup> at City Hall, and the budget will be adopted on December 7<sup>th</sup>.  Public testimony will be heard at both.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Monthly expenditures were for the Gilroy Memorial Bench and the Thrill Kenwood, offset by city funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody is the Citizen Advisory Committee representative to the Metropolitan Council and the CAC met last month.  Jody shared updates on SWLRT that were learned in the meeting.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>LRT trains normally sound a horn coming out of a tunnel, but it will not sound when emerging from the tunnel in the Kenilworth Corridor.  There are also bells on each train that sound at road crossings, but at 21<sup>st</sup> St these will not sound and there will be a stationary bell.  This will allow for less variance in the sound impact and more reliable noise mitigation.</li>\r\n	<li>Revenue service is estimated to begin in 2021.  Construction is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Construction will begin in Fall 2017 to move the freight lines in the Kenilworth Corridor; there will be five phases of construction in our neighborhood and it is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Met Council representatives will be going door to door to record structural conditions of homes in order to establish a baseline for potential damage as a result of construction.  Addresses/scheduling to be announced in December.  It is not determined how repairs will be handled that are a result of construction.</li>\r\n	<li>The CAC November meeting was cancelled.  At future meetings Jody will continue to press for information and we will share in this space.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended the FTA review of the Metropolitan Council’s certification on November 2<sup>nd</sup>.  The FTA certifies the Met Council every four years as a process to approve the Council to continue to receive federal funds.  Shawn shared that 5 speakers used SWLRT as an example where the Met Council did not consistently deliver against the objectives that the FTA measures against.  The public has until November 30<sup>th</sup> to provide testimony; if interested, please contact Shawn at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Applications</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sign Ups are now being taken for 2017 Good Steward Raingardens.  Raingardens on your property help reduce pollution in our lakes.  MetroBlooms and KIAA are teaming up to install reduced-cost raingardens for 15 Kenwood homeowners.  Cost is reduced through a Good Steward Grant (cost to homeowners will be approximately $350 for a $2,000 raingarden).  Email Laura Scholl to get on the list:  <a href=\"mailto:laura@metroblooms.org\">laura@metroblooms.org</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be applying for the next three-year cycle of funding by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program for $25K annually.  KIAA will submit its Community Participation Program application that will include the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of the Neighborhood Priority Plan is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the CPP application be approved, Mark seconded, unanimously passed.</li>\r\n	<li>A survey to solicit neighborhood input for the priority plan will be sent this month to ensure that monies are directed in the direction of projects that are valued by residents.  Here is the link: <a href=\"https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp\">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp</a>  (If link doesn’t work, type in your browser)</li>\r\n	<li>This season was one of the lowest in terms of police incidents in recent history.  The full end of season report will be published in the KIAA Fall Newletter, being mailed this month.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach end of season report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is receiving neighborhood impact letters from the Restorative Justice program from citations at East Cedar Lake Beach.  Fines can be waived if the cited writes a letter of atonement.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended October’s Lunch with Lisa.  The topic was the 20 Year Park Plan and it was covered in detail by Superintendent Jayne Miller and Board President Anita Tabb.  The Kenwood Park will not receive any funding from the 20 Year Park Plan as it is not a high priority park as determined by the Park and Rec Board.  Examples of criteria on how prioritization were assessed are Areas of Racially Concentrated Poverty, Populations of Color, Population Density, Youth Population, Asset Lifespan, and Neighborhood Density.  Kenwood Park will still receive its funding as part of the regular budgeting process.  Shawn learned that The Park Board will have approximately $11M of annual incremental funding via the city and park board levy.  Shawn also learned that if Minneapolis were to implement a $15 minimum wage, it would increase payroll for the Park Board by approximately $2.2M annually.  It was not clear how the Park Board would adjust the plan or mitigate the impact of that wage increase without affecting the 20 Year Plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:34 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 3rd, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood and Community Relations Department – Jack Whitehurst</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mr. Whitehurst represented the city for the annual board survey which the city is conducting.  The purpose of the survey is to gain demographic information on the makeup of city boards.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA encourages all residents of the neighborhood who would like to serve on the board regardless of demographic background.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion on Neighborhood Action Plan money status.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt presented an update on in/outflow of cash for the fiscal year, as well as a spending/income forecast through 2019.  Matt will present a financial report at each KIAA monthly meeting going forward.  This will allow for accurate planning on an annual basis going forward so expenditures can be prioritized.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be sending a survey to gain feedback on resident’s priorities to be addressed in the Neighborhood Priority Plan, which needs to be filed in November.  The survey was edited and approved to be sent.</li>\r\n	<li>The new warming house for Lake of the Isles winter skating area is still under consideration by the Minneapolis Park Board.  The new warming house is in concept stage.  Neighborhood associations may be approached to support it financially.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda Vallone from BeArtrageous is planning Thrill Kenwood, a successful Halloween party that has been held in the years past.  The board approved repeating a $750 contribution towards the event.</li>\r\n	<li>The Jim Gilroy memorial bench (former board member, deceased) has been installed and all who donated are appreciated.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA Fall newsletter is in process to be published by November.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA was informed by a MPRB tree inspector who visited the Rec Center corner that 7 diseased crab apple and trees will be removed. They will be replaced in Spring 2017 with 3 North Star Cherry trees and 4 Mont Royal plum trees, which are disease resistant with useful fruit for the public to eat.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nSeptember 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met September 12th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Dee Montgomery (Heritage Coalition).\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn moved for approval of the agenda, with the addition of Dee Montgomery’s topic, and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be September 28<sup>th</sup> at Opus Hall.  The topic is still being determined.  Lisa is always open to suggestions for topics for Lunch with Lisa, please contact her office with ideas.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale construction is still on schedule to be finished this fall.  Hennepin northbound will be open in the coming weeks.</li>\r\n	<li>The local government channels are changing as follows:  Comcast HD will be 799, and Standard Definition will be 14.  Century Link HD will be 8501, and standard definition will be 8001, Multilingual HD will be 8502, and standard definition multilingual will be 8002.</li>\r\n	<li>November 8<sup>th</sup> election early voting starts September 23<sup>rd</sup>.  There are 4 early voting locations in Minneapolis, please see the city website for more details.  Shawn Smith stated that the voting period was starting very early considering the first Presidential Debate is not until September 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Historic Marker Restoration Project – Dee Montgomery</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The centennial marker commemorating the establishment of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation will be restored.  The original boundary of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation included areas of Kenwood, and the marker that is being replaced is located on the southeast edge of Lake of the Isles.  The Heritage Commission has its own funds; tax dollars will not be used.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board advised Dee to consult with Native Americans to ensure that any concerns regarding the history and commemoration of Fort Snelling were heard.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is pushing for clarification and information with the warning bell and mitigation strategy at the 21<sup>st</sup> St crossing.  KIAA has requested involvement from Commissioner Marion Greene and expressed the need for her support on this issue with the Southwest Project Office.  There are concerns over the volume of the proposed wayside bell.</li>\r\n	<li>The Section 106 process is continuing now that the Memorandum of Understanding is executed.  This pertains to mitigation strategies for Grand Rounds eg landscaping, retaining walls, shoreline treatments, etc.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking continues to be an issue where patrons are parking too close to the alley, blocking driveways, too close to stop signs, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to explore signing solutions – parking is allowed at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Increasing neighborhood programming at the beach remains a KIAA focus.  It is part of the overall strategy to reduce crime and improve public safety.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that 35 kids came to the Play Space “pop up playground” and the strategy was successful.  The board approved a $25 increase to the funding to cover extra expenses.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reiterated the need to work on the Priority Plan Strategy, which will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.  Mike Bono, Matt, and Mark Brown will work on the subcommittee.  The CPP application is due November 10.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2016 Minneapolis Housing Resource Guide is published.  This is a resource for associations and homeowners.  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/\">www.minneapolismn.gov</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>A motion was approved to reimburse Deb Gilroy for $100 for the expenses related to placing a bench for former board member Jim Gilroy.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>By Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met July 11th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Chief Jason Ohotto and two of his officers, Jean Deatrick, and three neighbors.\r\n\r\n<strong>Opening Activities</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>No lunch with Lisa in July or August.  Please be sure to sign up for Lisa’s email list to get updates on construction, traffic, and event updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues.  The Hennepin/Vineland intersection will have major work done in July/August.  The overall project is on schedule for completion by November.</li>\r\n	<li>The variance at 2000 W 21<sup>st</sup> St was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting is open for the 2016 primary.  Election judges are needed this year.  Please call Lisa’s office to sign up to be a judge.  A mix of party affiliations is needed.</li>\r\n	<li>National Night out is August 2<sup>nd</sup>.  After July 19<sup>th</sup>, there is a fee to block off the street.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette expressed KIAA’s appreciation for the quality of the City of Minneapolis’s response to the FEIS, documenting the history and the issues within the project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Chief Jason Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Police reports written on park property at the beach declined from 48 to 31.  This is the second summer where there was a significant reduction in reports.  Chief Ohotto attributed the success to the positive programming and activities at the beach, as well as the increased park police patrols, some funded by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto recommended that neighbors that want to support safety efforts should call in issues to 911, and provide detailed, specific information, name and callback number.  Err on the side of calling 911 vs not calling when you see a negative impact to public safety.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown reported that the June 20<sup>th</sup> potluck at the beach was a great success with strong turnout.  The kids activities (face painting, spray chalk, cookies) were popular.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented ideas for longer term strategies, including boat racks, playground equipment.  Park and Rec Board financial support and fundraising will be needed.  A Community Action Committee will be formed.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt proposed an August Pop Up Adventure Playground as a new activity to pilot.  A motion passed to fund this event with up to $800 of NRP funds.  Engagement with the Kenwood School and neighboring association were identified as opportunities to increase participation.  Jeanette recognized Angie for getting the Kenwood School engaged in using the beach for educational opportunities.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed the idea of hosting a food or beverage cart at the beach on behalf of the neighborhood.  A motion passed for up to $200 to be spent from NRP funds for a KIAA/ECLB Patron Appreciation Day.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported on the June 13<sup>th</sup> FEIS public presentation by the Southwest Project Office.  Approximately 20 neighbors attended from Kenwood, CIDNA, and Loring Park.  On a positive note, the presentation summarized the 17,000 page FEIS effectively.  Unfortunately it was not tailored to the concerns of the Minneapolis segment of the corridor.  There continues to be a high level of concern over the ability of the tunnel to be built near Calhoun Shores Townhomes and the Kenilworth “pinch point.”</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the June 28<sup>th</sup> CAC meeting was cancelled, a consistent issue with many of the other CAC meetings which have also been cancelled in the past couple of years.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette communicated with the general manager of the Kenwood Restaurant to ask that employees park on Penn Avenue, and to help address the issue of patrons parking too close to alleys and driveways, and the issue of delivery truck restricting neighbor access to the alley.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie confirmed that parking for Downtown Kenwood businesses is permitted at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.  A “sandwich” board idea was proposed at a cost of $200 or for city signing or to paint the curb yellow to inform where and where not to park.  Noted for follow up between meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Mike Bono, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike and Matt outlined the plan to develop the 3 year plan as well as budgeting for the upcoming year.  It will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood, while also ensuring that current funding priorities can be maintained should funds be cut in the future.</li>\r\n	<li>New neighbor introduction:  Mikki Johnston and family</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will attend a Whittier Alliance Meeting on July 19<sup>th</sup> to understand the goals and strategies of that group.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie will follow up with Creative Citymaking regarding a video project opportunity, with a possible focus on ECLB.  KIAA would need to make a proposal to secure participation in the project, which is a competitive process.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>June 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 6th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters, Jack Levi.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Amanda Vallone, Jody Strakosch, Mark Holtey and two neighbors.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Board members conducted a brief introduction to begin the 2016-2017 term.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is complete for the season.  There will be a “Lunch with Lisa Field trip on Wednesday, June 29<sup>th</sup>, touring Givens Violins, which is a renowned repair business for cellos and violins.  If interested, please call Lisa’s office to book one of the two tours for that day.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues and has entered the paving phase.  Please contact Lisa’s office to be placed on an email list to receive weekly construction updates affecting the Twin Cities.</li>\r\n	<li>Sidewalk repair has come to Kenwood this year, part of a 10 year cycle.  White dots mark the sections that will be replaced.  Homeowners will be assessed $250-$400 per square for the repair.  Call 311 to discuss whether sections need to be replaced, or if they do not need to be replaced.  Please direct questions regarding how unique situations, such as tree root heaves, to 311.  All affected homeowners should have received a letter from the city; please refer to it for FAQs.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette volunteered to remain Chair; Larry volunteered to remain Vice Chair; Matt Spies volunteered to become Treasurer; and Shawn volunteered to remain Secretary.  Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt asked for resolution to relocate the KIAA bank accounts to US Bank.  Jeanette moved in favor, passed unanimously.  Matt asked for an additional resolution to transfer, check writing authority, opening accounts, deposits, and withdraw funds; from Ed Pluimer to himself.  Jeanette to be the second signatory.  Shawn moved, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette once again recognized Ed Pluimer for his years of service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Memorial Bench for Jim Gilroy – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie reported that $1550 has been donated to the Estate of Jim Gilroy for the purposes of a memorial bench on Lake of the Isles, near 21<sup>st</sup> St..  Jean Deatrick will send an e-blast as a reminder for any other residents that would like to contribute.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie moved that KIAA donate $300 towards the memorial bench to recognize Jim as a sitting board member at his death.  Funds will come from KIAA Money Market Account.  Approved unanimously.  As funds are in the account about to be closed, motion was approved to allow Ed Pluimer to write the check.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Financial Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is preparing a 2016-2017 balance sheet to ensure income and expenditures are clearly documented.  Mark, Larry, Matt, and Mike will form a finance subcommittee to inform a finance update at KIAA July meeting.  Motion approved to establish said committee.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies/Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda (from ARTrageous) shared that the Summer Solstice Party will be held at ECLB on June 20<sup>th</sup> from 6:30-8:30.  This will be a potluck event.  ARTrageous will provide henna, face painting, and a Creation Station for families.  The event will be cancelled in case of rain.  The event is open to all.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented a new proposal for a Pop Up Adventure Playground series.  Matt agreed to go renegotiate lower costs in order to run a pilot, vs investing in 3 events this year.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities including a Summer Solstice Potluck, Pirate/Mermaid Beach Party were identified for funding for $800.  A discussion was had regarding source of funds and how much to spend.  The board approved the expenditure unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda and Matt were approved to work together to spend up to $400 to place an ad in Hill and Lake Press to announce summer activities at ECLB.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  The CAC met in May.  Jennifer Munt stated that the Met Council would find funding to move ahead with SWLRT. The FEIS was reviewed; Nani Jacobsen recognized Kenwood for providing feedback that drove changes from the SDEIS to the FEIS.  Further, station art was approved for the West 21<sup>st</sup> St Station, which is what the Kenwood station will be named.  The next meeting will be June 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn has coordinated a meeting on June 13<sup>th</sup> for the Met Council to present the FEIS and take questions from residents.  This meeting was supported by the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn presented the FEIS draft and will circulate a soft copy to the board and Jody to be reviewed and approved as an action between meetings.  The deadline for submission is June 13<sup>th</sup> for any comments, and must be done in writing to the Southwest Project Office.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking at the Kenwood Corner continues to be a challenge, with visitors parking too close to the alley and to corners and blocking access.  Jeanette called the city to determine the cost of parking signs.  Action to be taken between meetings.</li>\r\n	<li>Kenwood Corner Raingarden Signage was approved as an action taken between meetings.  The Raingarden is now installed and the sign provides good information about the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  KIAA thanks Angie Erdrich for her work to beautify the corner.</li>\r\n	<li>Louise Erdrich is taking the space formerly occupied by Stephen Dean for a business to be announced shortly.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 9:10 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 11th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2016 KIAA 5<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> For the 5<sup>th</sup> year, KIAA had its annual meeting on May 2nd at Kenwood Corner, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> In attendance were seven KIAA serving board members up for re-election, one new member-elect, City Council Member Lisa Goodman, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Green, Minneapolis Parks Commissioner Anita Tabb, and approximately 100 neighbors.</p>\r\n The gathering began at 6PM.  The weather was great and everyone enjoyed Red Wagon Pizza and beverages, compliments of KIAA. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM.  There was a moment of remembrance for Jim Gilroy, KIAA board member who passed away suddenly in April.  Jim will be greatly missed; he was a kind and generous person, dedicated to improving our entire community.  The family has reserved a site for a park bench in his memory on Lake of the Isles.  Friends and neighbors who would like to contribute may do so.  KIAA Board Member Angie Erdrich will facilitate, please make checks payable to Minneapolis Finance Department, Memo “Jim Gilroy Bench” and mail to her at 2217 Oliver Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405.  A receipt will come from Minneapolis Parks, and the Gilroy family will receive a list of donor names.  Please submit donations by June 1<sup>st</sup> in hopes of installing the bench this summer.\r\n\r\nKIAA thanked retiring board member Ed Pluimer.  Ed has generously served on the board for over 20 years, most recently as Treasurer.  Our neighborhood is grateful for his energy and commitment.\r\n\r\nJeanette then stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year:  SWLRT work including work such as efforts to mitigate potential adverse effects to the neighborhood (if the project comes to pass), support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Raingardens from Metro Blooms, and positive programming for East Cedar Lake (Hidden) Beach.  The “Welcome Orioles” project – an environmental learning program for Kenwood School, co-sponsored with the Cedar Lake Park Association, received a shout-out from neighbors in attendance.\r\n\r\nJeanette introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to herself:  Jack Levi, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Matt Spies (Treasurer Elect), and Shawn Smith.  One new board member, Mark Brown was introduced.  Jeanette made the motion for re-election/election of the 2016-17 board, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\nKIAA would like to thank neighbors that supported KIAA financially at the gathering and throughout the year.  It helps us fund activities and keep our neighborhood strong!\r\n\r\nOther updates, action between meetings:\r\n\r\nThe 2015 KIAA Annual Report was approved by the board on April 28<sup>th</sup>.  The Annual Report is required by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program.  The report was prepared by Mike Bono with input from KIAA board members, and submitted by the 4/29 deadline.\r\n\r\nMatt and Julia Spies’s are requesting a variance for a remodel on their home.  As the Spies proactively partnered with their neighbors, KIAA supports their variance.  The variance will be reviewed at the Board of Adjustment meeting on June 9<sup>th</sup>.\r\n\r\nThere will be a Kenwood Neighborhood Rummage Festival of June 10-12<sup>th</sup>.  Please join your neighbors and plan a rummage sale during those dates!  If you are not able to have your own rummage sale, please consider donating to the Kenwood Elementary School Benefit Rummage Sale at the Kenwood Rec Center.   The rummage runs June 11 from 9-2PM. Donations can be dropped off at the Kenwood Recreation Center on June 10<sup>th</sup> from 4-6PM.  100% of proceeds benefit the Kenwood School.  Volunteers are needed to price goods, manage the sale, and haul goods to charity at 2PM on the 11<sup>th</sup>.  Contact Angie Erdrich to volunteer:  angie_sandeep@yahoo.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood.  If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us.  If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met April 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nVice Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies (Minutes), Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Jack Levi.  Absent:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith, Josine Peters, Jim Gilroy.  Also present:  Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\nUnanimous Approval of the Agenda\r\n<h1>City Council Update -  Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Upcoming Lunch with Lisas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>April 27  – Discussion with Made Here, the creative place-making initiative to fill empty downtown storefronts</li>\r\n	<li>May – Bill Leaf will talk about tourism master planning</li>\r\n	<li>June  – Field trip to Claire Givens Violin, premier violin reconstruction/repair; 40 people may attending in two groups of 20.  Contact Lisa’s office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping starting April 13 running through May 9</li>\r\n	<li>Yard waste pickup will begin in Kenwood on April 11</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa highlighted the state of the Hennepin/Lyndale Reconstruction Project road closures</li>\r\n	<li>On April 21, Board of Adjustment will be hearing variance for property at 2401 Sheridan Ave.  Adjacent residents will receive a notice in the mail by April 10<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa provided an overview of her and Council Member Barb Johnsons plan for the city to work with the Park Board to provide funding for neighborhood parks</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Gathering will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include a brief meeting:  the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association activities for the year.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lakes, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>As an action taken between meetings, the board approved the hiring of Red Wagon Pizza, and will be paid for by KIAA funds estimated at $1890.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong>2016/2017 Budgeting</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the merits and limitations of creating a budget for the 2016/2017 operating year.   The primary concern and is the complexity of the requirements for using various funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt Spies will coordinate an assembly of board members to explore ways to implement a framework for spending and raising KIAA funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board has indicated that they do not have capacity for an additional movie in the park for summer 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>An Oriole feeding station will be installed in Cedar Lake Park between May 3 – May 17 by Kenwood Elementary School students.  The project is sponsored by Birchbark Books.  Bird watching volunteers are needed.  Contact <a href=\"mailto:Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com\">Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>NOTE: The following information was approved to be added to the minutes by a motion taken after the meeting.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith (update provided in abstentia)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Since the March KIAA meeting, letters opposing the current SWLRT Kenilworth Plan were sent to Governor Dayton, Lt Governor Smith.  An aide in Governor Dayton’s office responded and assisted in getting a response from Adam Duininck, Chair, Metropolitan Council.  The letter thanked KIAA for our participation in the process and informed the following points:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Final EIS will be published in 2<sup>nd</sup> Quarter of 2016, and no other responses will be forthcoming until then.  In the EIS will be the answers to KIAAs (and others) DEIS and SDEIS responses.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a ten day public comment period</li>\r\n	<li>There will be no process for resolution of further concerns as this is not a part of the process of the National Environmental Protection Act process.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn expressed to the aide in Governor Dayton’s office that securing a form response from Mr Duininck was secondary to our concerns.  He asked for Governor Dayton to confirm that he was aware of and supports or does not support the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>That a derailment collision between an ethanol train and light rail train will be a significant danger to the community and Target Field.</li>\r\n	<li>That other less expensive and more flexible options for transit exist, including bus rapid transit</li>\r\n	<li>That the Chain of Lakes could be degraded due to pile driving</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is a defendant in a lawsuit over failure to disclose discussions of other routes</li>\r\n	<li>That ridership of an Uptown line would well exceed the current alignment</li>\r\n	<li>That projected ridership figures at 21<sup>st</sup> St Station are not credible</li>\r\n	<li>That there will be 22 hours of contiguous noise every five minutes in one of the quietest areas in Minneapolis</li>\r\n	<li>That not one low income neighborhood will be within reasonable walking distance of any Minneapolis station.</li>\r\n	<li>We asked for an appointment with the Governor.  There was no response.  Shawn waited ten days and said that because the Governor failed to respond, we would need to inform our constituents that our elected officials and the Governor are aware of the above controversies and find them to be acceptable.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Larry Moran at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is our Annual Neighborhood Gathering on Monday, May 2nd at 6 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner in front of The Kenwood and BeArtrageous. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org   </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> March 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 7th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi.  Also present Patrick Sadler, Pat Scott, Phil Nordberg, Laureen Carlson, Will Stensrud\r\n\r\nMarch Agenda was Approved Unanimously\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Patrick Sadler, Lisa Goodman’s Office</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Community Planning and Economic Development plan for both Ward 7 and the city were provided.  Any residents that would like a copy can contact Lisa’s office or go to the City Website.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be Noon, March 30<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall; the topic is Sister Cities of Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work continues on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Please contact Lisa’s office to receive email updates on construction closures.</li>\r\n	<li>The Workplace Partnership Meetings proceed to review sick time and paid time off policy.  A final recommendation is due March 16.</li>\r\n	<li>There are openings on multiple boards and commissions in Minneapolis.  Any interested residents can apply via the city website.</li>\r\n	<li>The Community Connection Conference is Saturday April 2<sup>nd</sup> at the Minneapolis Convention Center to kick off 3 Year Planning for Minneapolis 2040.  The public is invited.  Jeanette suggested that Lisa’s office post information to Next Door to ensure the 7<sup>th</sup> Ward is represented if nobody from KIAA is able to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Reduced pricing is being offered for rain barrels and compost bins.  <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>. The city will also have a limited number of trees available to residents for $25.  You can order a tree for your property beginning March 21, see <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Request for Support of Variance for Accessory Dwelling, 2401 Sheridan Ave S – Phil Nordberg and Laureen Carlson</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Phil and Laureen requested variance support from KIAA to be able to add a bathroom and categorize their garage as an ADU.  The overall footprint will not change.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is generally supportive.  The petitioners have not spoken to each neighbor but will be sending out notices to all neighbors within 300 feet.  Jeanette motioned to support the variances, contingent that neighbors are all informed and have no objections.  Motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is in the process of confirming the open swim, pop up playground, and other activities for Summer 2016.  Event schedules will be published in Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette signed the agreement for extra police patrols.  With the warm weather, Matt is working with Park Police to start patrols.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities are being coordinated with Kenwood School, including bird watching.  Volunteers are needed to lead school hikes in April and May, please contact Angie Erdrich at angie_sandeep@yahoo.com</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that since the last meeting, letters were sent to the FTA, Senator Klobuchar, Senator Franken, and Rep Ellison as KIAA continues to escalate neighborhood concerns over this project.</li>\r\n	<li>A letter was also sent to Governor Dayton and Lt Governor Smith, with copies of the letters sent to the State and Federal officials asking for his support in getting a meaningful response to neighborhood concerns, which are centered on the risks and ripple effects of co-location of SWLRT and ethanol trains.  His office responded with questions, and KIAA is preparing a communication to send back.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will invite Sophia Ginis from the Met Council to our April meeting since she did not respond to our March meeting invitation.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion that despite our concerns, planning moves ahead unabated.  All are encouraged to contact their elected officials if they have concerns over co-location, noise, vibration, cost, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA has been actively communicating neighborhood concerns to local, state, and federal officials.  Due to an overall lack of responsiveness to those, the board approved a motion to send communication to President Obama, which will represent the highest level of escalation, and likely final, that the board will take.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Meeting - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Annual Meeting will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association financials.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lake Press, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie, Josine, and Matt are researching options for food to reduce costs from last year.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Board Succession Planning - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         With Ed stepping down, KIAA will need to fill the Treasurer role starting May 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is actively seeking new board members.  We need neighbors that are willing to volunteer 3-4 hours per month either as a board member or support a subcommittee.  There are several board members that have served for a decade or more and are looking to retire.  We need your help to fill these positions to continue the level of thoroughness being delivered today.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is seeking a representative for the Green Zone work being done by the city.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 1st, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Meg Forney, Amanda Vallone, and Jody Strakosch\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be February 24<sup>th</sup>.  The topic will be the City Workforce Training and Equity programs on Job Training.</li>\r\n	<li>2431 22<sup>nd</sup> St W ownership has requested a historic review and may be requesting a variance to the board in the near future.  Neighbors are reminded that KIAA is typically notified of variance requests and can help navigate the process.</li>\r\n	<li>The city prefers that the SWLRT station be called “Cedar Lake Station.”  The Met Council has suggested that 21<sup>st</sup> St Station is not a clear indicator of the location of the station but has asked for input.  (KIAA hesitates to put forth a suggestion because KIAA does not support co-location of freight and light rail, but if KIAA were to have a preference it would be West 21<sup>st</sup> St.)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Closing the Gap in Our Parks - Meg Forney</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meg is looking for volunteers to work for a Citizens Group to get signatures to support a referendum on the ballot for “The Closing of the Gap” for funding of $15M/year for the next 20 years to implement repairs in neighborhood parks.  If residents are interested, please contact Meg or Anita Tabb at the Park Board.  Additional information is available on the Park Board website.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Funding Recommendation – Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The success at East Cedar Lake Beach to reduce crime was in large part due to the partnership between KIAA and the Park Police.  The recommendation from Chief Ohotto was to spend $5000 for 2016 vs $8000 spent last year.  Police reports were reduced from 101 in 2014 to 56 in 2015.</li>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to spend $5000 for additional police patrols at ECLB in 2016 and be active early in the season.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that two disbursements were made in January relating to SWLRT planning and the Metro Blooms project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Thrill Kenwood – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>This event raised $400 for The Bridge for Youth.</li>\r\n	<li>The 1<sup>st</sup> annual Rock Kenwood Dance Party will be held at the Rec Center on Saturday February 27<sup>th</sup> from 3-6PM.  There will be a DJ, contests, crafting, and more.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt recapped the recent committee meeting and the programming ideas for 2016.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log rolling and Open Swim are planned to continue in 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>New ideas include puppet shows, art activities, potlucks, and more.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is considering putting forth up to $2000 of additional funding for activities, and discussed how to engage neighbors that might be interested in donating funds to support the activities.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  Jody reported that the November and December meetings were cancelled by the Met Council.  In the January meeting, progress updates were shared by the project office.  Final environmental impact statement is due in April.  Civil construction will begin fall of 2016.  There will be 29 private properties impacted by construction in Minneapolis, primarily adjacent to the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported that some responses were received from correspondence to Minnesota Senators and Representatives on the Transportation Committees.  Some responded to take KIAA response under advisement, and some spoke in favor of KIAA’s position opposing co-location.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn brought a motion to continue to present KIAA’s position opposing co-location to FTA officials in the Chicago office that are working with the Met Council on the alignment.  The board unanimously approved to send a letter.  Shawn will circulate it as an action between meetings for board review and final approval.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette is working to identify a point of contact for the Restorative Justice Program, who would coordinate community service work for the people in the program.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA recognizes Stephen Dean and his long standing contributions to the neighborhood. Kathie Constantine shared that his tailoring business in Downtown Kenwood is expected to close at the end of March.  He kept the neighborhood looking good with the many fine seams, hems, and alterations he provided over his 40 years in business, and we wish him well in retirement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:46 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>January 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met January 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A body was found frozen in the ice in the channel between Lake Calhoun and Lake of the Isles on January 4<sup>th</sup>.  It is not known to be a crime related situation and there is no danger to the public.  Residents are encouraged to demonstrate caution before proceeding to go out on the ice, especially areas that are not designated for winter recreational use.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is on Wednesday January 27<sup>th</sup>, the topic is a preview of the 2016 state legislative session. Senator Dibble among other elected officials are expected to attend.  Please contact Lisa’s office if you plan to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale utility work continues.  Sewer work will be necessary on Vineland Place near the Walker and Sculpture Garden.  Construction updates and road closures are available via Lisa’s office in her email updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Residents are advised that there needs to be a minimum 5 foot clearance on either side of alleys and driveways.  Neighbors are having difficulties accessing driveways and alleys when visitors or residents are parked within 5 feet of one.  This has been a challenge particularly at Kenwood Corner.  If access is blocked, neighbors can call 311 for assistance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed updated KIAA that the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District paid KIAA for the 15 neighborhood Raingarden projects.  KIAA will in turn pay MetroBlooms with these funds, as well as the KIAA share of $1134, approved at the December Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Noise Issues</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Local businesses are advised to ensure that their garbage and recycling services are observing local noise ordinances.  Garbage and recycling are not to be picked up prior to 6AM.  We love our local businesses.  Neighbors observing violations are encouraged to speak to the business owner first, and if unresolved then take a photo of the truck and email KIAA or Lisa Goodman’s office and we will contact the refuse service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt updated KIAA that the next ECLB Committee Meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan 26<sup>th</sup> at 7PM at the Kenwood Community Center.  All are welcome.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will invite Park Police Chief Ohotto to the February meeting to start the dialogue on the strategy for the summer of 2016.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the SWLRT environmental impact statement will not consider impacts of freight rail changes in the Kenilworth Corridor funded by the project, according to a recent email from the Southwest Project Office.  These changes include moving the rail much closer to homes, upgrading the tracks, building a bridge across the Kenilworth Canal, and removing many trees and green spaces.  Further, although the SWLRT project will spend tens of millions of dollars to “co-locate” freight and light rail, the Met Council says it “is not making freight rail permanent” in the Kenilworth Corridor.  KIAA is concerned that the upgraded freight rail infrastructure could encourage more trains at higher speeds, and create additional noise and safety concerns.  KIAA believes the SDEIS is flawed because it does not treat freight as a permanent condition, and therefore adverse impacts are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the section 106 meeting on December 3<sup>rd</sup>.  Section 106 protects historic properties impacted by federally funded projects.  The Kenilworth Channel is protected by section 106.  With input by Michael Schroeder of the MPRB, a bridge design has been agreed upon and the historic WPA retaining walls on the east side of the proposed bridge are now under consideration.  A memorandum of understanding will be developed in the coming months, and KIAA will decide whether or not to sign it when the time comes.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn, on behalf of KIAA, contacted each member of the Minnesota Senate and House Transportation Committees to surface the board’s continued concerns with co-location.  KIAA asked that the $135M of the state portion of the funding be put on hold.  This is to be voted on in the upcoming legislative session.  KIAA maintains that in a time of increased concern over rail safety, co-location of light rail and ethanol trains will pose a continual and sustained danger to the Kenwood neighborhood should there be a derailment. and we remain opposed to co-location.  The Minneapolis City Council, knowing of this risk, has nonetheless approved co-location, so KIAA is appealing to the state level.</li>\r\n	<li>County Commissioner Marion Greene is planning a public meeting on Wednesday, February 3<sup>rd</sup>.  KIAA will post time and place to NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Angie Erdrich will post in Next Door Kenwood a notice to invite neighbors to determine interest for the MetroBlooms Raingarden program for 2016</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lake of the Isles Skating Party is Sunday, January 24<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:38 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>December 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 7th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Larry Moran, Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi, Josine Peters  Also Present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n<h1>Agenda was approved unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since November Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby composed a letter to the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee articulating KIAA concerns that the SDEIS had shortcomings.  These arise from Met Council’s decision to treat freight rail as an “existing condition.” However, the SWLRT proposes creating permanent freight rail infrastructure where only temporary rail exists, and SDEIS failed to properly consider the safety, environmental, vibration, noise, and economic impact of that decision with freight rail as an existing condition.  In the December meeting, KIAA members voted in favor of sending the letter prior to the CMC.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>December 9<sup>th</sup> is the final opportunity for residents to testify at the City Council meeting regarding the 2016 budget and taxes.  Lisa encourages residents to appear in person or email their city representatives to provide testimony and input on how residential tax revenue is generated and spent.  This meeting will be in the past by the time these minutes are published, however residents are notified well in advance of the annual hearing in their Truth in Taxation statements for future tax years.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January.  December 14<sup>th</sup> marks the annual December Later with Lisa event at the Normandy Inn.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work is continuing on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Infrastructure has deteriorated further than expected and the project is approximately 6 weeks behind.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa confirmed that a variance at 2432 Sheridan Ave S was approved by the city.  This was endorsed by KIAA at the November meeting.  KIAA will seek input as broadly as possible for future requests</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed provided prior the meeting a recap of monies received from KIAA members as well as November transactions (expenditures), and these were discussed in the meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>The source of the remainder of Rain Garden funding was discussed.  Jeanette moved to use money from the NRP neighborhood livability Phase II fund.  Passed unanimously.  Mike Bono agreed to ensure that all city requirements were met to utilize that fund.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Resolution regarding Jean Deatrick’s contract – Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jean’s contract is set to expire at the end of the year.  Jean supports KIAA with communication, publication of the minutes, announcements, reimbursements, and other administrative activities.  Mike moved to extend her contract under the same terms until December 31<sup>st</sup> 2016.  Ed seconded the motion.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies\r\n<h1>·         Matt is reaching out to the Park Board to align on proposed activities for summer 2016.  KIAA continues to work on ensuring ECLB will be able to be used safely by all residents.  There will be a public meeting in January to discuss 2016 strategies, date/time/place to be posted on Nextdoor Kenwood.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA increased funding in 2015 to support existing funding from the Park Board et al, and research will be done to understand how much funding will be in place from other sources prior to a KIAA funding commitment for 2016.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Discussion continued from the November meeting regarding engaging state and federal officials over ongoing concerns for rail safety as well as other unaddressed concerns.  KIAA will contact state level transportation bill conferees to raise the concerns before end of year, and then again as State Legislators go back into session in February.  KIAA will also contact Federal Transit officials in advance of final funding of the line to ensure that federal officials are aware of local concerns with regard to safety, environmental, noise, vibration, and economic adverse effects not sufficiently addressed in the SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Metro Blooms is asking if KIAA would be interested in partnering on Rain Gardens again in 2016.  Angie will inform them of KIAA interest, pending gauging neighborhood interest.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:33 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met November 2nd, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since October Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA sent a response to the SWLRT project office regarding SWLRT Section 106 meeting Sept 23<sup>rd</sup>, as it relates to concerns over the traffic study.  There is a discrepancy in the ridership numbers vs SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Variance Request for Peterson Residence, 2432 Sheridan Ave S</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Request made in person by owners to enlarge the structure, extending a less than six foot variance along the property line.  A second variance was requested to extend the garage by five feet closer to the street, which is still within the set back.  Angie motioned to support, Matt to second, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws, Articles – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed changes to KIAA bylaws to modernize them, having consulted with Robert Cooper of the City of Minneapolis legal department.  For example, serving information via email vs paper mail, yet preserving multi modal communication which would include an annual newsletter or mailings at the discretion of KIAA.  Ed moved that KIAA approve the rewritten bylaws which would then be filed with the state, and stored on KIAA’s website.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed then moved to change articles of incorporation to update the registered office of KIAA to the Kenwood Rec Center.  Matt seconded, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Gardens – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved to pay $1134 for KIAA cost share to Metro Blooms (or up to $1200 in case of minor variance in the final invoice).  The costs increased due to decreased participation due to untenable soil conditions or other issues that were not able to be mitigated.  Motion seconded by Jim, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>The raingarden at Kenwood Corner was paid for by the private donations and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  In order to finalize funding, a sign is needed.  The sign will be reviewed as action taken outside the meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         ECLB committee met in October to debrief the year and start planning for next year.  Residents that have ideas for activities for 2016 are encouraged to contact Matt Spies.  2015 saw a tremendous amount of success and KIAA is excited to build on this success but needs continued neighborhood engagement even if there was an increase in usage via activities and a decrease in criminal activity.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Engagement with Anita Tabb and the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board was also discussed as an offline action.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA discussed whether to continue to engage in SWLRT via writing letters to state and federal officials addressing co-location concerns in the Kenilworth Corridor as KIAA was unable to gain support at the city level.  Specifically, to petition state and federal officials to withhold funding due to continuing and increasing concerns over the danger of the co-location of ethanol trains and SWLRT.  Further action to be taken between meetings, but accountability of individual public officials will be the focus, specifically, their knowledge of the risks, and how they plan to vote, is the plan of action via written correspondence.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood general community update.  Jeanette will encourage CM Greene to have the meeting, KIAA will not formally participate.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:43 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 5th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich.\r\n\r\nOthers present:  CM Lisa Goodman, Marc Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), 2 other attendees\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The September lunch with Lisa had over 75 attendees to hear about the Nicollet Mall renovation.  At the October Lunch with Lisa Wed Oct 21<sup>st</sup>, to commemorate the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, State Senator Steve Simon will speak about the Voting Rights Act.  Room 334 of the St Thomas Law School.  All are welcome to attend, please RSVP in advance to Lisa’s office.</li>\r\n	<li>Fall street sweeping will start on October 20<sup>th</sup>.  Please watch for parking restrictions.  Social media will be used to communicate dates.</li>\r\n	<li>Cedar Lake Parkway will be repaved – from 394 to the BNSF bridge.  It will start October 19<sup>th</sup>, last 6 days, and be a complete closure.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding variances and tear downs.  Neighbors are encouraged to review variance proposals with KIAA board so the board can be aware of variance requests.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed attended to any previously discussed financial compliance and efficiency concerns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed that bylaws be examined and modernized.  For example, the bylaws state that minutes must be maintained in a book.  However, now electronic copies are preferred to minimize paper waste.  Also that 1<sup>st</sup> class mail is used for communications, and now electronic notice is more economical and more efficient.  There was also a discussion on how to document action (votes) taken outside of meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark re-requested funding from KIAA for a rechargeable sound system to be used for neighborhood programming, at a cost of $2200.  Motion to fund passed with two abstentions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Hennepin Lake Community Wine Tasting Fundraiser – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is selling tickets to the event which is being held on Wed October 28<sup>th</sup>.  Advance ticket sales benefit KIAA.  Please email Jeanette Colby; email is available on the KIAA website.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>It was noted that each member of the City Council, Mayor Hodges, and Peter Wagenius received a copy of the KIAA SDEIS with a request to require more information regarding mitigation, co-location, and construction concerns prior to granting municipal consent.  However, there was no response to KIAA from the Mayor or the Council and all city council members voted the same as prior municipal consent.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood Q/A meeting for any outstanding questions regarding the SWLRT project.  Jeanette and Shawn will post to Nextdoor Kenwood this opportunity to have a dialogue, to gauge neighborhood interest.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette outlined the finding to the Section 106 Traffic Study.  The finding in the study was that there would not be substantial changes to traffic near historic 106 properties.  The findings of the study appear to be inconsistent with the SDEIS statements regarding how many riders will use the 21<sup>st</sup> St Station and how riders will access the station.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will draft a letter to state and federal officials highlighting the danger of co-location of ethanol trains and high voltage LRT wires in the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Announcements/New Business – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee continues to meet monthly.  Meetings are posted to Nextdoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>Thrill Kenwood is Saturday October 24<sup>th</sup>, at 3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, November 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSeptember 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met September 14th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Park Police Chief Ohotto, Mark Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), Jean Deatrich (Hill and Lakes), and 6 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>September Agenda was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Recognition for Kathy Low for her participation in KIAA and to Larry Moran for Chairing KIAA for the past three years.</li>\r\n	<li>It was agreed that a November KIAA newsletter will be published and mailed.  Articles will be needed and will need to be sent to Jean Deatrich.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich led a discussion regarding the final cost of the Raingarden Project, which will be finalized at a future date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Bylaw and Finance Update – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that he will put together a list of proposed bylaw changes that were discussed at the July KIAA meeting to be submitted.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed gave an overview of committed and past spending as a follow up to the account balance update emailed prior to the meeting.  It was determined to maintain one KIAA account going forward, instead of two, and Ed named some follow up tasks that he would tend to in order to ensure KIAA is compliant with the city policy, and it was also determined to maintain a May 31<sup>st</sup> fiscal year end and coincide with the annual election of the KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark requested funding from KIAA for the replacement of 3 picnic tables and a sound system.  A vote was deferred until ownership of the space where the picnic tables is housed could be confirmed.  Additionally, it was suggested that the Rec Center request funding from the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto/Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Chief Ohotto shared that police reports for ECLB were 69 in 2015 vs 2014 last year.  Most reports were misdemeanors.  He attributes the reduction to Matt Spies and his task force and the community involvement at the beach, as well as concerned residents calling 911 when incidents occurred.  Chief Ohotto recommended continued KIAA-funded hours and activities moving forward.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Subcommittee Meeting is on October 13<sup>th</sup> at 7PM, Kenwood Rec Center.  Residents are encouraged to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Permit Parking was discussed as a deterrent.  There is a Next Door thread discussing a petition to request it to deter beach attendance.  KIAA in the past has recommended that this is not a viable solution to deter crime, however agreed that the SubCommittee should reevaluate this as a solution to ensure that any recommendation reflects current views.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Amanda Vallone - beArtrageous</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda on behalf of beArtrageous proposed some activities for ECLB for 2016.  Activities would be for residents of all ages:  potlucks, craft parties, coffee and sunset gatherings, etc.  Activities would be funded by CPP or participants.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda requested funding from KIAA to fund Thrill Kenwood on October 24<sup>th</sup>.  The activity is a neighborhood dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at the corner of Penn and 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Proceeds go to Bridge for Youth, and emergency Shelter for for 10-17 year old youth.  KIAA approved $800 to fund the event, about 40% of the budget.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>MPRB Ice Rink Warming Hut – Cliff Swenson/Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>MPRB is considering updating the warming hut (without disruption to the footprint or skating area) at Lake of the Isles and across other rinks in the park system.  MPRB is beginning the process of informing city boards about the redesign, and if the project moves forward there would be a community engagement process in the future.  Goal is to have the project done by Fall 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Jeanette Colby/Shawn Smith/Jody Strakosch</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody updated from the Community Advisory Committee, which met recently and the Project Office is proceeding as if they have full funding.  Jody asked that the key elements of the project be a standing topic on the agenda going forward, including co-location, noise, vibration, etc.  Meetings occur the 4<sup>th</sup> Thursday of every month.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette offered to contact County Commissioner Marion Greene to see if we would conduct a public hearing to ask questions.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA agreed to distribute the SDEIS response to additional public officials.  The purpose is to gain support to get answers to those questions posed in the response, submitted to the Project Office in July 2015, that have yet to be answered.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, October 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met July 6th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Lisa Goodman, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee and KIAA Board Member-Elect), Jean Deatrick, and 2 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby nominated Matt Spies to the board and his appointment was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City of Minneapolis Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be August 26<sup>th</sup>.  Topic is TBD and Lisa is seeking input on ideas of broad interest to the ward.</li>\r\n	<li>NextDoor Kenwood will be increasingly used by the city for announcements and crime alerts, so neighbors are encouraged to sign up for the site.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion regarding street paving and repair.  Lisa encourages neighbors to call 3-1-1 to report any potholes in need of fill.  Major repaving for roads in need of repair could result in a potentially significant tax assessment for property owners on the street repaired.</li>\r\n	<li>Because of the buffer zone around parkland, it was emphasized that feral cats are not allowed in much of the Kenwood neighborhood, and should be reported to animal control.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report/Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Year end financial recaps were circulated to KIAA board members prior to the July meeting.  The balance sheet will be attached to the CPP annual report to be sent to the city.  KIAA fiscal year runs from June 1 to May 31 due to the timing of the election of the board in May.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA bylaws have not been updated in several years.  Ed offered to chair a subcommittee to review where updates should be made to allow more relevant communication methods, eg allowing electronic communication vs by US Mail.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP Annual Report – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the KIAA 2014 CPP Annual report be approved and sent to the city, and the motion was unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Dinkytown Historic Commercial Preservation – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The city is voting July 10<sup>th</sup> regarding preservation of the Dinkytown business district.  KIAA will circulate the letter from the preservation group should Kenwood residents wish to show support.  KIAA will not file a formal support with the city but voted to send a statement to the City Council in support of the Marcy Holmes Neighborhood Association (Dinkytown) in its adherence to its neighborhood small area plan.  Small area plans are developed with broad community input and may put parameters on developers to preserve neighborhood history and aesthetics.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Uptown Neighborhoods Working Group (UNWG) – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Per UNWG request, Josine attended the recent meeting of the working group and will provide input into the decisions and discussions related to the Uptown neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Raingardens Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The installations of raingardens in Kenwood continue to have interest in the neighborhood and Angie will continue to provide input and updates to Metro Blooms and KIAA.  20 Residences are approved to be funded by Metro Blooms and KIAA.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log Rolling continues to be a popular event – future dates will be announced on NextDoor Kenwood.  Open Water Swimming, sponsored by YWCA, is rolling out this summer.</li>\r\n	<li>Pledges have been raised for $1350 to fund a pop-up Adventure Park, 3 events to occur this summer.  Matt requested $750 in funding from KIAA to reach the goal of $3000 and for a fund to be established to be administered by KIAA to house the funding as it is collected.  Jeanette so moved and the motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Crime and Safety – Chief Ohotto provided an update in advance of the meeting that crime is down from prior years.  There are still some incidents that have required police response but of less frequency and severity vs prior summers.  Ed Pluimer reminded the board that $8K was allocated for increased police patrols this summer.  KIAA will continue to evaluate the effectiveness of the expenditure.</li>\r\n	<li>The next ECLB subcommittee meeting will be July 14<sup>th</sup> at Kenwood Rec Center and will be published on NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Supplementary Draft EIS Response – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS response was submitted to the board for review prior to the meeting.  There was a general discussion regarding edits related to construction impacts, property values.  Angie moved to approve the response with amendments, and the motion passed unanimously.  The amendments to increase the focus on the response relating to construction short term impacts (noise, vibration, road damage).  The KIAA response will be submitted to the Met Council, and a response will be requested, by the July 21<sup>st</sup> deadline.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Investing in Neighborhood Parks/Closing the Gap – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Minneapolis Park and Rec Board is conducting neighborhood hearings through late September to discuss the current state of Minneapolis Parks and those in need of repairs that may have been deferred.  Please see the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board for dates on upcoming hearings.  You can also email <a href=\"mailto:closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org\">closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org</a> for information and input.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, August 3rd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>June 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 1st, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and Jean Deatrich, and 3 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in June or July.  The next will be August 6<sup>th</sup>, topic is TBD.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa is sending out a weekly downtown event and construction alert including sporting and arts events and street closures.  Future emails will include the reconstruction of Hennepin at Lyndale, Nicollet Mall Reconstruction, etc. Residents can sign up for the weekly Friday email by emailing Lisa’s office.  She is hopeful that the information will help residents and visitors get around town a little easier with all the construction and exciting downtown events.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Streets events are starting, sponsored by the city and the Bicycle Coalition.  There will be road closures and roads will be open to pedestrians and bikers.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.openstreetsmpls.com/\">www.openstreetsmpls.com</a> for more information.</li>\r\n	<li>With the warm weather approaching, residents are advised to keep garages and homes locked when not home.  This will deter crimes of opportunity.  Also, keep valuables out of sight in your car, and keep your car locked even when it is in your garage.  Residents are encouraged to call 911 if you see any suspicious activity.  This will help control crimes of opportunity.</li>\r\n	<li>The City and the Park Board advise to water trees regularly, and advise against pruning ash trees, which can spread the Emerald Ash borer.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update (ECLB, “Hidden Beach”) – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Activities are being planned to increase resident usage of the beach.  Activities will mainly be sponsored by a 3<sup>rd</sup> party, not the Park Board or City.  Matt will submit an article to Hill and Lakes Press with more information in an upcoming issue.</li>\r\n	<li>The first log roll was held on Saturday May 30th with about 25 attendees.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Lake Swimming is in the planning stages, similar Lake Nokomis Open Swim.  The intent is to give residents the opportunity to swim in open water for exercise and triathlon training.  Also for trained swimmers that do not have access to a pool.  The open swim events will be managed by the YMCA.</li>\r\n	<li>Other events are being planned, such as morning meditations, arts events, and more.  Announcements will be shared via the Nextdoor Kenwood website, so please sign up for the site for alerts on upcoming events.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is working to see if a sign can be secured to post at the entrance of the beach area announcing the schedule of activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is doing an amazing job leading the ECLB subcommittee and KIAA appreciates his dedication and effort to bring fun activities to ECLB for everyone.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low outlined the revised neighborhood priority plan that was drafted to direct activities and advise the expenditure of Community Participation Program funds.  Changes to the former plan were advised in response to a recent survey of residents and ongoing KIAA priorities.  Kathy did not seek re-election and was handing the work off to the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Included in the plan is SWLRT work, additional police patrols for ECLB, monthly newsletter, and neighborhood programming activities.</li>\r\n	<li>The final revised plan will be submitted to the city and put on record in the KIAA archives.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS is now published which reflects co-location of Light Rail and Freight Rail.  LRT Done Right is drafting a response to the SDEIS (Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement).  Jeanette Colby proposed that KIAA utilize the LRT Done Right as a foundation to the response for KIAA.  The responses are due by July 6<sup>th</sup> unless an extension is granted.  KIAA will draft a response representative of views expressed by residents and an evaluation of the SDEIS.  Any resident can review the SDEIS at <a href=\"http://www.metrocouncil.org/\">www.metrocouncil.org</a>.  Residents are encouraged to review environmental findings and mitigation plans and provide input to the Met Council directly.  The City of Minneapolis and Park Board are each planning to submit a response to the SDEIS in addition to those of LRT Done Right and KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to be involved with the Citizens Advisory Committee.  KIAA did not support co-location of freight and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor, but will focus the feedback on mitigation that is needed as determined by the board for safety, vibration, noise, light, and economic potential adverse effects on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of KIAA Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby was elected to Chair of the Board.  Ed Pluimer was re-elected as Treasurer.  Larry Moran was elected Vice Chair, to help oversee that transition of the position of Chair to Jeanette.  Shawn Smith was re-elected to Secretary.  The website will be updated by Jean Deatrich to reflect the officers for the next annual period.  It was noted that new members will be needed to continue the work of the board as some members have served for several terms and new resident participation is needed for succession planning.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2015 KIAA 4<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA had its 4<sup>th</sup> annual gathering on May 5<sup>th</sup> in Downtown Kenwood, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">In attendance were the KIAA board, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene, MPRB Anita Tabb, Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, 8 serving board members up for re-election, and approximately 80 neighbors.</p>\r\nThe gathering began at 6PM. The weather was great and everyone enjoyed complimentary Red Wagon Pizza and beverages provided by KIAA. Janet Hallaway from The Bridge for Youth was available to answer questions regarding her organization and to take donations. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM. He stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year: SWLRT work including work on the CAC and mitigation of potential adverse effects to the neighborhood, support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Movies in the Park, Kenwood Carnival, and the Skating Party. He also introduced Matt Spies, who leads the subcommittee working to address concerns over East Cedar Lake “Hidden” Beach. Angie Erdrich gave an update on the Raingarden to be constructed at Kenwood Corner in August 2015.\r\n\r\nLarry introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to himself: Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Ed Pluimer, and Shawn Smith. Larry made the motion for re-election, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood. If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us. If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> April 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">The KIAA Board met April 6, 2015, at Kenwood Rec Center.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Board Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Others present: Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and other Kenwood residents</p>\r\n\r\n<h1><strong>7th Ward Update - City Council Member Lisa Goodman </strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping on most north/south streets will be the week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; east/west streets and the remaining north/south streets will be the week of April 20<sup>th</sup>. Yard waste pickup begins week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; use compostable bags or yard waste containers.</li>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be on Wednesday April 29<sup>th</sup>. Olga Viso, Executive Director of the Walker Art Center, will give an in-depth look at the Walker’s $75 million renovation plans, including the Sculpture Garden and improvements to the hill and along Vineland Place. As usual, please arrive between 11:30 - 11:45 am to get lunch and a seat for the program.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa Goodman is also arranging a visit to the Minneapolis Emergency Operations Center the week of May 4<sup>th</sup> for interested residents. The Center was moved to Fridley and improved after the 35W bridge collapse. Space will be limited. Notice will be sent to anyone who is signed up for her regular notices by email. (Email her office if you would like to be added to her distribution list.)</li>\r\n	<li>Some qualified residents of CIDNA and Lowry Hill have volunteered to be on the Kenilworth Station Art and Landscape Committee that will look at station area design for some of the Minneapolis Southwest Light Rail stations. Selections will be made soon; contact Lisa Goodman’s office if anyone else is interested. KIAA expressed the strong interest in having this committee consider ways that the presence of a station could have a positive impact on problems at East Cedar Lake beach. Lisa Goodman thinks the committee will be focused only on the station design.</li>\r\n	<li>The owners of 1800 Lake/Knox project have stopped pumping water from the basement of the building into Lake Calhoun in accordance with the consent decree.</li>\r\n	<li>The City’s composting program has started; organics can be taken to drop-off sites listed at <a href=\"http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996\">http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996</a>. One of the drop-off sites is the South Transfer Station, 2850 20th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55407. Organics pick up will start in April 2016 for the Kenwood neighborhood. Homeowners will be charged for the service whether they sign up for pick up or not.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The East Cedar Lake Beach KIAA subcommittee recently met and also conducted an online survey. Survey results will be posted on NextDoor; there was interest in log-rolling, which could be once/week in partnership with the maker of synthetic logs who lives in the area, as well as point-to-point swimming across Cedar Lake. The Park Board indicated that they would be supportive of this swimming by providing a lifeguard and allowing this activity, which normally is prohibited.</li>\r\n	<li>The subcommittee discussed that the Park Police are best situated to determine when to deploy extra policing funded by KIAA. Josine Peters introduced a resolution to allocate an additional $3,000 (when added to the previously approved $5,000, for a total of $8,000) of remaining KIAA NRP funds to the Police Buy-Back contract with the City. Jack Levi seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Another idea for positive programming at the Beach is a canoe paddle derby. Jeanette Colby has confirmed the details for one KIAA-sponsored event for all ages: the Open Eye Figure Theatre Driveway Tour will be on Friday, June 5th at 7 p.m. at East Cedar Lake Beach. Residents are invited to picnic and enjoy an innovative puppet show. Jeanette Colby introduced a resolution approving $400 for the event; Kathy Low seconded and it passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Long-term solutions to the problems at the Beach were also discussed at the subcommitee’s recent meeting. Some of the Park Board’s ideas to be considered in the future include fixing up trails and constructing restrooms. <strong>The</strong> suggestion that a CAC be formed as a forum for discussing these kinds of changes was met with enthusiasm.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>SWLRT Discussion - Kathy Low</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy provided an update on the 106 review (environmental review process re: adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties in the neighborhood). KIAA continues to use the PVN consulting firm to assist in our role as consulting party in this process. Kathy proposed a resolution to approve a contract with PVN for 2015 and to add $2,000 to the contract with the City using Neighborhood Priority Plan funds to cover this cost. The consultant will discuss with KIAA what scope of work is requested for each future meeting. It is possible that CIDNA will share in the cost of the consultant’s time to prepare and attend meetings<strong>.</strong> The motion was seconded and carried unanimously. Kathy will attend the next 106 meeting on April 22<sup>nd</sup> and KIAA will seek a new representative for future meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>KIAA Annual Gathering – Angie Erdrich, Ed Pluimer</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> outside the downtown Kenwood businesses on West 21<sup>st</sup> Street beginning at 6 pm. BeARTrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Ed proposed a resolution to allocate $100 each to help with expenses those two businesses will incur as well as funds to cover other KIAA expenses for supplies for the event. Kathy Low seconded and the resolution passed unanimously. Delicious individually-prepared pizza will be prepared on site by Red Wagon Pizza. There will be a brief presentation by Chair Larry Moran at 6:30 describing KIAA activities. The 2015-2016 KIAA board will then be elected: new board members are needed and encouraged to attend. Last year was a huge success and all residents are welcome. Donations to the Bridge for Youth will be accepted.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:25 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, May 4th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on 21<sup>st</sup> Street in front of the Kenwood businesses as described above. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident in each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kiaa55405@gmail.com.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met March 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee), Dr. Eric Larson, and 6 other attendees and neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>No Update this month</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto provided an update on how KIAA funding was utilized in the summer of 2014 beach season. A total of 93 hours were utilized by park police for a budget cost of $6084, over the authorization of $5000 by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Most offenses at ECLB are due to narcotics and alcohol. Submitted for the minutes was a 10 year recap of police reports. 2014 had 101 reports written (not necessarily arrests)</li>\r\n	<li>Chief would like to continue to have “buy back” patrols in 2015 and to have funding in place before June for proactive presence at the beach. The Chief’s recommendation was to have an officer present from 11AM till 4PM on scheduled days (from buy back funding), so as not to double up coverage that is regularly scheduled after 2PM till 10PM, based on availability. He also recommended the board reach out to the 5<sup>th</sup> Precinct City Attorney for partnership in increasing awareness of repeat offenders. Further, to reach out to Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams for support.</li>\r\n	<li>Preceding the recommendation of the Hidden Beach task force, which will be provided to KIAA later in March, Jeanette Colby made a motion to authorize $5000 initially pending the recommendation of the committee (to be finalized March 17<sup>th</sup> at the rec center at 6:30, public welcome) and to be revisited at a later date in case extra funding is needed due to ideas that come from the task force. Josine Peters seconded. Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Larry Moran provided an update from the Community Advisory Committee meeting (Jody Strakosch is the neighborhood CAC representative), which occurs the last Tuesday of each month. Topics included Development Reviews, Community Works, and Design and Engineering. The primary issue was the SDEIS which will be delayed until late Spring or early summer, or later. This is important as SDEIS would speak to the environmental impact of co-location of freight and LRT in the Kenilworth Corridor with a single tunnel. Once complete, the public will have a 45 day period to comment.</li>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low provided an update on the 106 review (adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties). In December, KIAA sent a letter outlining concerns on this topic. MnDot agreed to expedite traffic studies to assess impact of project. It remains unclear what, if any, mitigation will be done to mitigate potential adverse impacts on historic properties. Motion carried unanimously for Kathy Low to send the letter regarding KIAA position on the channel. Motion also carried unanimously to authorize an additional $500 to pay the consultants PVN to help KIAA prepare a response letter to the most recent 106 consultation meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>Dr. Eric Larson, neighbor, addressed the board regarding the transportation of flammable liquids through the Kenilworth Corridor alongside SWLRT. He sent a letter to Fire Chief Fruetel asking him to explore the inherent danger of, and a plan to manage and mitigate the damage in the event of a spill or fire resulting from an ethanol train accident. Construction of the shallow tunnel will occur 12 feet from the freight rail track. Motion carried unanimously to endorse the letter.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn Smith made a motion to update, sign on behalf of KIAA, and send a letter to Senator Dibble recapping the discussion on outstanding questions on SWLRT from the last two meetings, to outline where information is needed and outstanding concerns that are not addressed. Seconded by Josine, carried unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Sculpture Garden Renovation – Josine Peters (minutes addendum)</h1>\r\n<strong>Statement:</strong>\r\n\r\nAs part of the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden renovation, the Walker Art Center will temporarily remove most sculptures. Many will be in storage, but others will be on short- or long-term loan to a number of Twin Cities institutions so that the public can still enjoy them during the construction project. The Walker is still in conversation with these potential partners and is identifying particular works for relocation. No official decisions have been made.\r\n\r\nOne thing we know for certain is that the Frank Gehry <em>Standing Fish</em> will be relocated from the Cowles Conservatory in order to reimagine that particular space. A formal announcement will be made in early 2015 announcing the relocation of specific artworks and their locations.\r\n\r\nMore information can be found on Minneapolisparks.org. Search under “current projects”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Carnival</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Motion carried unanimously to authorize $750 Kenwood Carnival.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> in front of the Kenwood Restaurant, 6-7:30. BeArtrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Food will be Red Wagon Pizza. New prospective board members are welcome. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Volunteers are Needed for Earth Day Cleanup.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meet on Saturday, April 25<sup>th</sup> at the Kenwood Rec Center. 9:30-noon. More info to come in April.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>February 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met February 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; 4 neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1>Lunch with Lisa on Feb 25<sup>th</sup> and the topic is TBD at the time of this meeting. There will be a communication shortly to provide interested residents the time, place and topic. The last lunch was well attended with a speaker from the Youth Homelessness Initiative.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There is a wrecking permit pulled for a residence at 2536 Upton S for a replacement house.</li>\r\n	<li>Property valuation notices for 2015 have been mailed to residents. If residents would like to have a review for equalization of their property value, it must be done at this time. If you believe your property is not correctly assessed, please refer to the City of Minneapolis website for instructions. You will need to pull your own comparative properties and submit an application for review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update, Section 106 Review (potential affects of SWLRT on historic properties) – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that the next SWLRT section 106 consultation meeting is 2/6. KIAA will attend the meeting along with the other consulting parties; SWLRT project staff, the State Historic Preservation Office, City of Minneapolis, the Park Board, CIDNA, and others. This meeting concerns solely the impact on the historical Kenilworth Channel crossing. Adverse effects on neighborhood historic properties from construction as well as operation of the trains and related traffic will continue to be the top focus of KIAA at future 106 meetings. Jeanette Colby motioned to approve $500 for the KIAA retained consultants Preservation Design Works to attend the meeting, Josine Peters seconded. The motion was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a follow up discussion led by Larry Moran regarding the need for specifics from the SW Project office for what to expect in 2015 on the project to be able to inform residents and how best to obtain that information. Suggestions that were made would be finalized after the meeting as a follow up but included contacting representatives to request their attention to any concerns that are not being addressed.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Larry Moran</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA task force is continuing to work on solutions for the 2015 beach season. The importance of continuity was stressed for a neighborhood strategy to address neighborhood concerns regarding the beach. If KIAA funds extra park police patrols in 2015, KIAA would work with funding recipients to align on how the money would be spent, and would look to include Chief Ohotto and Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams in the conversations. Jack Levi to follow up with Kathy Williams for an update from the task force on long term strategies and next steps.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> January 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 5, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Vice Chair Mike Bono called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; Dan Pennie, Anne Carayon, Dylan Thomas (SW Journal), Jean Deatrick (Hill and Lakes Press), Bruce Brunner, Donna Minter, Jody Strakosch\r\n\r\n7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman\r\n<h1><em> </em>Lunch with Lisa on Jan 28<sup>th</sup> will feature a Youth Homelessness speaker. RSVP to Lisa’s office is appreciated.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>SWLRT. There will be CIDNA, KIAA, Bryn Mawr, and Cedar Lake Park Association representation on committees regarding the W 21<sup>st</sup> St and Penn Ave stations. The city is seeking individuals with landscape architecture experience to serve on the committees and give input on environmental mitigation and remediation strategies.</li>\r\n	<li>A CIDNA homeowner described damage to homes on Sunset Blvd from the recent Met Council sewer reconstruction project. The Met Council and its contractor have not satisfactorily addressed the homeowners’ property damage claims according to the testimonial. Kathy Low brought forth a resolution for discussion, similar to one recently passed by CIDNA, requesting that the Met Council revise processes to resolve damage disputes and compensate property owners who suffer damage due to Met Council projects, especially in light of the proposed SWLRT construction. Discussion on how to engage state and city leadership is an issue that is common to neighborhoods at risk of damage by construction, for the agenda of a January 21<sup>st</sup> meeting. Kathy Low moved for approval of the resolution. Jeanette Colby seconded. Unanimously passed and final version was published to KIAA post-meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that on 1/7 the Park Board will vote on two resolutions – 1) request approval of funding to complete a study of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel for SWLRT 2) a letter to the FTA stating that input from the Park Board has not been duly considered (note: the Park Board subsequently voted to approve these motions in the 1/7 meeting). In the board’s materials for discussion is the KIAA Section 106 letter (which is in regard to the adverse effects of construction on historic districts or properties). This letter was approved between KIAA monthly meetings. There was a general discussion regarding upcoming opportunities for neighborhood input, potentially coordinating input with CIDNA and Cedar Lake Park Association, and the reliability of the funding for above mentioned mitigation strategies.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Property Resolution – Kathy Low</h1>\r\nHidden Beach Committee\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike Bono surfaced the discussion of the formation of a KIAA committee to proactively handle concerns for Hidden Beach. The committee chair description was developed by Chair Larry Moran prior to the meeting and was reviewed by the board members present. Angie Erdrich offered to get input on the draft description from Kathy Williams and the Hidden Beach committee she chairs currently.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nKIAA Annual Gathering\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The date of the Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. Preparations are underway and more details are to come. All neighbors are encouraged to join in the annual celebration of our neighborhood, and participate in the election of the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nRain Gardens\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich shared that 20 residents had applied for raingardens. A huge win for the</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>The Rain Garden grant is through Metro Blooms.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Addendum:</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The City of Minneapolis Public Works Department, after consultation with the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board, is working with a contractor to install a temporary diversion of the stormwater system from an outfall pipe in the Lagoon (between Lake of the Isles and Lake Calhoun) to the north shoreline of Lake Calhoun.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWork on the installation begain last week and is expected to be completed by January 16.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Mike Bono at 8:39 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<table width=\"640\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"9\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"4\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n&nbsp;','KIAA_archive_0ct02_2017','','inherit','closed','closed','','1600-revision-2','','','2017-10-02 12:38:27','2017-10-02 17:38:27','',1600,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/10/02/1600-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(1603,1,'2017-10-02 12:38:27','2017-10-02 17:38:27','&nbsp;\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n(click on a topic below to view)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#what\">What is KIAA?</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#message\">Message from KIAA Chair</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#listing\">Listing of Board Members</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#join\">Join a Committee</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#support\">Support Our Neighborhood</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#minutes\">KIAA Board Meeting Minutes</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Bylaws_2011.pdf\">KIAA bylaws (click for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-EEO-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA EEO Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-ADA-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA ADA Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/KIAA-Grievance-Procedure1.docx\">KIAA Grievance Procedure</a>\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"what\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>What is KIAA ?</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Isles Area Association</strong> <strong></strong>is a volunteer organization of Kenwood residents who, since 1962, have worked together in a collaborative effort to address issues and matters related to maintaining and improving the quality of life in our neighborhood. The neighborhood-elected Board of Directors generally meets the 1st Monday of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. These meetings are open to the public. The topics of discussion include:\r\n\r\nA City Council update from Lisa Goodman, our City Council representative\r\n\r\nA Treasurer’s report\r\n\r\nCommittee updates\r\n\r\nOther neighborhood updates/news\r\n\r\nWe invite you to attend our meetings and to become involved in the neighborhood by joining the Board or serving on one of our committees: Communications, Crime and Safety, Events/Special Projects, Light Rail Transit (LRT), Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP), and Zoning.\r\n\r\nWe also invite you to participate in our neighborhood events which include:\r\n\r\nThe City of Lakes Loppet and neighborhood skating party in late January/early February\r\n\r\nOur annual neighborhood meeting in May\r\n\r\nSpecial events in Kenwood Park during the summer\r\n\r\nThe Twin Cities Marathon in early October.\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA Mission Statement</strong> – To build a strong community in the Kenwood-Isles area by providing leadership, information on local matters, and a forum for issues resolution.\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Mascot</strong>, Egret (Why the Egret you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Color</strong>, Red (Why red you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\"><img title=\"egret-red\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"448\" height=\"261\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Message from KIAA Chair</strong> –\r\n\r\nThe KIAA Board continues to work on issues affecting Kenwood residents. These issues include:\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li><strong>Light Rail</strong>. The planned construction of light rail in the neighborhood brings both great opportunity and challenge. Connecting to a growing system will allow residents access to the western suburbs, both downtowns, the northern suburbs, and the airport. We face two challenges with the arrival of light rail: we need to ensure that it moves safely through the neighborhood; we need to work to make sure that is has the least impact on the neighborhood and the environment. To that end, we have neighbors on the various committees that are making decisions on design, station areas, and the mitigation of the overall effect the project will have on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Freight Rail Re-Route</strong>. The approved plan for the light rail construction requires the reroute of the freight line out of the Kenilworth Corridor (because of space constraints). Currently, there is discussion to redesign the project in order to allow both light rail and freight rail to run in the corridor. KIAA Board members are involved in meetings that discuss the issue and are trying to make sure resident concerns are heard.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Parade Road</strong>. Though it is not in Kenwood, the reconstruction of the road in front of Parade Ice Garden affects many residents. We have followed the discussions and have heard presentations from Anita Tabb, our Park Board Representative.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>The Budget</strong>. As we faced last year, budget issues are affecting Kenwood Recreation Center. We are working closely with the management of the center to offer whatever help we can.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\nWe invite your input and involvement in any of these issues. We also are glad to hear from you about any other issue you think is affecting the quality of life in our neighborhood. Join us for our monthly board meeting. Volunteer to be part of the board or work on specific board committees (e.g., LRT, zoning, communications, crime and safety). Visit our new website (<strong><a href=\"../../\">http://kenwoodminneapolis.org</a></strong>) and stay informed on neighborhood events and news.\r\n\r\nThanks and have a great spring!\r\n\r\nKIAA Board Chair\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"listing\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Shawn Smith (Chair)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Larry Moran (Vice Chair) </strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Jack Levi (Secretary)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:jack@levicapital.com\">jack@levicapital.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Matthew Spies (Treasurer)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>matthew.spies@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Michael Bono</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:mbono@brocade.com\">mbono@brocade.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Mark Brown</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:pluim2020@aol.com\">M</a>ark@AcceleratedInnovations.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong><a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><a href=\"mailto:angie_sandeep@yahoo.com\">angie_sandeep@yahoo.c</a>om\r\n\r\n<strong>Carl Goldstein</strong>\r\n\r\ncarl@wordsonfire.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Kyle Leier</strong>\r\n\r\nKyleier@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeremy Nichols</strong>\r\n\r\njsn@umn.edu\r\n\r\n<strong>Will Stensrud</strong>\r\n\r\nwillstensrud@gmail.com\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div><strong>Join a Committee</strong> – The <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> would love to have more neighborhood participation on our standing committees. We need your ideas on how to make the <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> even better and more relevant to everyone in the neighborhood. Any one who lives or owns property in the Kenwood neighborhood is eligible to join. If you are interested in participating, please contact any of the committee members listed:</div>\r\n<table width=\"810\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Communications </strong>(Chair is vacant) –This committee works toward better communication among neighbors, KIAA Board members, and other organizations and entities. It also works to promote the Kenwood neighborhood.Responsibilities include:</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Publishing the semi-annual KIAA newsletter and monthly e-newsletter</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the KIAA web site</li>\r\n	<li>Creating/maintaining the neighborhood welcome kit</li>\r\n	<li>Developing communication materials and methods</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the neighborhood e-mail distribution list</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong> Chair is Mark Johnson – <a href=\"mailto:mjruns26@gmail.com\">mjruns26@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee works to promote safety in the Kenwood neighborhood.Goals include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Keeping the community safe</li>\r\n	<li>Educating residents about safety issues</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating information about crimes in the area in a timely and accurate manner</li>\r\n	<li>Recruiting block leaders</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining a relationship with the Minneapolis Police Dept. and Crime Prevention Specialist</li>\r\n	<li>For more information or to subscribe to the quarterly e-newsletter for our precinct (the 5th) visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>or text SPOTLIGHT to 22828.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Events/Special Projects</strong> Chair is Amy Lucas – <a href=\"mailto:amylucas@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">amymlucas@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee plans neighborhood events and works with the Kenwood Recreation Center staff and other neighborhood associations to co-sponsor events. It also addresses issues of current interest to neighborhood residents and ensures KIAA representation on community task forces.Some of the annual events coordinated by this committee are:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Skating party</li>\r\n	<li>Earth day/community cleanup day</li>\r\n	<li>Neighborhood Annual Meeting</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>LRT</strong> Chair is Jeanette Colby – <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\" target=\"_blank\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\nHennepin County and the Met Council are planning a light rail line (SWLRT) between Eden Prairie and downtown Minneapolis that would run along the Kenilworth Trail through the Kenwood neighborhood. KIAA has taken an active role in advocating for high design standards and mitigation that protect our parks and neighborhood.Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Attending community meetings</li>\r\n	<li>Drafting resolutions</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with the KIAA Board and neighbors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong></strong><strong>NRP </strong>Chair position is vacant\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as liaison with the Minneapolis Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) and with the new Minneapolis Neighborhood &amp; Community Relations (NCR) Department.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Management of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Solicitation of neighborhood projects to be recipients of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Completion of required paperwork</li>\r\n	<li>Development and implementation of our NRP Phase II plan</li>\r\n	<li>Communication with NRP staff and neighborhood activists citywide regarding NRP matters</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and written materials required by new Minneapolis NCR Department</li>\r\n	<li>Frequent updates regarding NRP and Minneapolis NCR/NCEC matters at KIAA Board meetings</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Zoning</strong> Chair is Larry Moran – <a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as the liaison between neighborhood homeowners seeking variances or conditional use permits and the KIAA Board.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Responding to neighbor’s questions regarding neighborhood zoning rules</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating the variance or conditional use permit process to neighbors</li>\r\n	<li>Meeting with neighbors to review any variance or conditional use permit requests</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with Minneapolis zoning and planning officials</li>\r\n	<li>Presenting requests for variances or conditional use permits to the KIAA Board</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"support\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Support Our Neighborhood – </strong>Your membership helps<strong> KIAA</strong> support neighborhood projects and events. Click on the link below to download a PDF of the membership form, then print out the form:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?attachment_id=113\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-113\">KIAA_Membership form (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform.gif\"><img title=\"KIAA Membership Form\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform-150x150.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\r\n<div>-<strong>July 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 7/10/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center<ins cite=\"mailto:Lucas%20Lucas\" datetime=\"2012-07-16T18:56\"></ins></p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Absent:  Mark Brown.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the  “50% design regarding Peavey Plaza”</li>\r\n	<li>The Penn/Oliver reconstruction project continues; the Penn Ave S setback has been approved. You can go to the Penn Oliver website for more information. Hard finish will be before 8/25/17, before school starts</li>\r\n	<li>The home on 2431 W22nd St is a potential teardown: No news yet regarding this property</li>\r\n	<li>Aug 1, 2017 is National Night Out: Permit application is by July 18<sup>th</sup> to avoid $100 fee.</li>\r\n	<li>Kmart on Lake St: The City is thinking about alternative locations for KMart. The City owns the land and building and the lease expires in 2050. Kmart’s demands are currently not acceptable to the City, so there is a deadlock for now on negotiations.</li>\r\n	<li>Regarding the 35W reconstruction: Starting in August, Interstate 35W will be under construction between I-94 in downtown Minneapolis and 46th Street. Bridges across 35W will be repaired or reconstructed.</li>\r\n	<li>The Pirate Mermaid event is on July 15 1-3pm. Need help with pirate booty and lemonade; Jeanette has offered to help.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a photo area for families to take pictures</li>\r\n	<li>Has KIAA done a neighborhood walking tour? Amanda thinks it would be a good idea. She will propose something.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake event – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The family event that took place in June resulted in commotion at the beach. The police presence diminished after that.  Then, another day following this commotion, there was a fight at the beach, followed by confrontation between the beachgoers and the police.  Following these events, KIAA met with the police; Matt sent a memo to the KIAA Board regarding this meeting with the police 2 weeks ago.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding encampments at Hidden Beach (as well as around South Minneapolis).</li>\r\n	<li>Ron wants to go over photos for ideas regarding paths for walking around the Hidden Beach area, as well as other parts of Cedar Lake. KIAA would like to hear his ideas and then form a committee to steer ideas into reality.</li>\r\n	<li>South Cedar Beach will be re-designed as a result of a private donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>John Peterson</strong>\r\n\r\nThis organization makes saunas available by bringing the sauna to the public. It is a mobile sauna 20X8 ft. John was referred to the park board to obtain a permit.\r\n\r\nThe company is now a coop and they are trying to expand. They currently have 141 members.\r\n\r\nJohn would like to do an event in August 2017 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nJeanette raised the issue that beach goers should be invited to make reservations, not just Kenwood residents. In general, the KIAA board that this would support the KIAA objective for positive programming at the beach.\r\n\r\nThe Motion for sauna operation at Hidden Beach by Will was approved by all.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\nMatt gave a KIAA financial report covering current account balances and monthly financial activity.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>2017 Neighborhood Priority Plan– Mike Bono</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe following was approved by the KIAA Board today:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) is participating in the Community Participation Program (CPP) for Minneapolis neighborhood organizations. CPP is a city program designed to give residents and property owners the power to improve or maintain their own neighborhoods and direct city resources to fit their needs.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe goal of Neighborhood Priority Plans is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners. Neighborhood Priority Plans must be developed and adopted through a thorough neighborhood participation process. The plan identifies preliminary neighborhood priorities (as identified by the neighborhood) and potential partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the result of the neighborhood survey, KIAA proposes to use its Community Participation Program funds allocated to the Neighborhood Priority Plan as listed below:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n1) Support community outreach and consulting services related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n2) Provide funding for landscaping around Lake of the Isles and for spreading awareness about preserving Cedar Lake Park.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n3) Provide funding for increased crime prevention and safety activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n4) Support the Kenwood Recreation Center, Kenwood School, and local businesses with funding for programming activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n5) Continue to fund a resource to assist KIAA with its communication efforts.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSpecifically, the proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan would include but no be limited to:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Supporting cooperative efforts with surrounding neighborhoods and organizations to minimize negative impacts on the Kenilworth trail as a result of the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Provide funding to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Continuing annual support of additional police patrols at East Cedar Lake Beach and other crime prevention activities such as increased police patrols in the alleys.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Contracting for part-time help to continue the monthly e-newsletter, and other communication efforts including developments regarding LRT.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Providing funding for educational programming and social activities with Kenwood School</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on September 11, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a>June Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met June 5<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</strong></p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1>Highlights from the KIAA Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Annual Gathering was held on Monday May 8<sup>th</sup> (rain date)</li>\r\n	<li>Total attendees were approximately 100.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2017-2018 board was elected, including 3 new board members (Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein).  Josine Peters stepped down, and we thank her for her service.</li>\r\n	<li>Speakers included Louise Erdrich regarding the renovation of the former Stephen Dean’s Tailors space, and Deb Pilger from MPRB regarding goats at Hidden Beach.  MetroBlooms and Hennepin County Recycling set up information tables.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction utility and roadwork is beginning.  The work will be completed by early fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Lunch with Lisa Field Trip will happen June 21<sup>st</sup> at 11:45AM.  You can choose from an Arts Tour of the Sculpture Garden, or a Hard Hat Tour of The Target Center Renovation.  Please contact Lisa’s office, as space is limited.  The next Lunch with Lisa is in September and will cover the Peavey Plaza renovation.</li>\r\n	<li>The City will not be able to ban plastic bags from grocery stores as originally planned (due to state legislative pre-emption).  The City is exploring other options and strategies to reduce the use of plastic bags.</li>\r\n	<li>Household hazardous waste events are occurring in June, July, and August.  The city will recover or recycle paint, solvents, etc. for free.  The next two are June 23-24 at the Public Works Facility (3607 E 44<sup>th</sup> St), and July 28-29 at Jenny Lind Elementary (5025 Bryant Ave N)</li>\r\n	<li>There was an open discussion on plastic bags, organic composting, downtown crime</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Election of Officers - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board elected officers for the 2017-2018 season, and welcomed three new directors.  The new KIAA board was unanimously approved by vote; Chair:  Shawn Smith.  Vice-Chair:  Larry Moran.  Treasurer:  Matt Spies.  Secretary:  Jack Levi.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nConflict of Interest Policy - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Board approved the KIAA Conflict of Interest Policy by email voting on April 26<sup>th</sup>, 2017.</li>\r\n	<li>Each board member signed the policy which is designed to 1) protect public trust in the integrity of the KIAA-decision making process and 2) to establish the procedures applicable to the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest in the context of transactions or arrangements entered into by KIAA where a member may have a financial interest in or fiduciary responsibility towards an entity with which KIAA is negotiating a transaction or arrangement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that donations in 2017 were down more than 50% vs. 2016.  This needs to be a focus for the upcoming fiscal year.  Jeanette made a motion to approve reimbursements as noted on financial detail.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Oriole Feeding Installations/Prairie Restoration Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie requested reimbursement for $192 to support the installation of the Oriole Feeding Station, to plant new plants in the prairie restoration area and food for the orioles.  The plants are consistent with the strategy as they are part of the natural environment for the prairie and orioles.  The funding was already approved at the April meeting and is under budget so was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Programming– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown and Will Stensruud planned the June 10<sup>th</sup> Family Beach Opener.  Artrageous is hosting activities for kids.  Jeanette moved to approve $300 for food and refreshments and not more than $500.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Summer Solstice Celebration on Wednesday, June 21<sup>st</sup>.  Artrageous is hosting the solstice party and it will be shared via social media.</li>\r\n	<li>Yoga is free to the public (hosted by KIAA) is held every Thursday at 7PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Open water swims start Monday June 19<sup>th</sup>.  Participants must sign up with the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Jim Gilroy Bench Dedication – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA last year lost a beloved board member, Jim Gilroy.  Thanks to the generosity of Kenwood residents, Jim’s friends and family, a bench was purchased in his memory on the Lake of the Isles Walking Path, across from Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church.  On Sunday, June 25<sup>th</sup> (1-5PM) there will be a dedication picnic.  All are welcome to attend to celebrate his life.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Park Board Update – Mark Holtey\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Rec Center will receive a Little Library this month.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Minnesota Zoomobile Presentation Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> at the Kenwood Park Picnic area from 1-1:45PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Movies in the Park at Kenwood Part resumes Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> 15 minutes after dusk.  This month’s showing will be <em>Hidden Figures</em>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on Monday, July 10th, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met April 3<sup>rd</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</strong></p>\r\n<strong> <img title=\"More...\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-includes/js/tinymce/plugins/wordpress/img/trans.gif\" alt=\"\" />Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown, Angie Erdrich, and Matt Spies.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick.</strong>\r\n<h1><strong><em> </em></strong></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction is scheduled to begin within a couple of months. The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting reviewing the project on April 25<sup>th</sup> at 6:30 at the Kenwood Rec Center.  There will be a separate public meeting on the assessment, tentatively scheduled for May 9<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>The April 26<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will host representatives from the Park Board and Walker Sculpture Garden.  They will discuss public art and sculpture, including updates on the Walker.  Please call Lisa’s office to order a lunch in advance ($10).</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping begins April 11. <a href=\"http://www.minneapolis.gov/streetsweeping\">www.minneapolismn.gov/publicworks/streetsweeping</a>.  Please be sure to follow parking restrictions to avoid a ticket.  Yard waste bundles will also be picked up at the same time – place it with recycling for pickup.  Do not sweep into the street as it is damaging to the environment.</li>\r\n	<li>As Backyard Fire season begins, please observe City Rules:  Permitted only 9AM to 10PM, burn only untreated fire wood (no trash), fire must be 25 feet from a structure and in a fire ring.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>I-35W will be under rehabilitation starting Summer 2017-Fall 2021, between 43<sup>rd</sup> St S and 15<sup>th</sup> St.  Please see <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies (Pre-Report)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt pre-reported less than $2500 in expenditures for the month, which included payments for the Hill and Lake Press Annual Sponsorship, down payments for the annual gathering, and board liability insurance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>2552 W Lake of the Isles Variance – Ryan Smith, Tyler Hillger</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Construction on the vacant lot at 2552 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway will require two variances to build as designed:  1) Front Yard Setback.  Due to the curve of the street, the setback rule would place the house in violation.  The variance would allow the setback variance to be consistent with the adjacent homes.  As designed, the front of the home will be behind the front of the original home down in 2004.  2) Terrace Square Footage Maximum.  The planned terrace would be allowable if variance 1 is approved.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA did not make a motion on the variance and requested that the board be kept informed and adjacent neighbors directly engaged by the homeowner.</li>\r\n	<li>If approved by the city, construction would begin late summer 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP and Priority Plan</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to approve the 2016 KIAA CPP Annual Report, which will be submitted to the city.</li>\r\n	<li>Mike presented a Financial Interest and Fiduciary Responsibility conflict of interest policy, now required by Minneapolis, to preserve public trust in the integrity of KIAA decision-making process.  The policy, once signed, will also be posted to the KIAA website.  The policy will be voted on between meetings to allow board members time to review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Will reviewed the proposed budget for the summer of 2017 at $5450, to support programming: Yoga, Log Rolling, June 10 Summer Kickoff Party, BeArtrageous, and a Music Series.  Motions were made to fund June 10<sup>th</sup> Summer Kickoff ($1300), Yoga ($600 for 10 sessions), the June 21<sup>st</sup> Solstice Party ($150), July 15<sup>th</sup> Pirates and Mermaids ($500).  Approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         An additional expenditure of $2000 was proposed to buy a generator to fill a bounce house for weekly events.  Due to liability concerns, the subcommittee was asked to go back and research further prior to a vote on the funding.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering May 1<sup>st</sup> – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Gathering is 6-7:30 at Kenwood Corner</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA board members are requested to sign up for tasks.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.  Current board members were requested to announce their intent to run prior to the next meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project Updates – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn provides updates on this standing topic, the #1 priority for the board per the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey.</li>\r\n	<li>County Transit Improvement Board did not vote unanimously from disbanding, with Dakota County voting against without a larger payout, and Hennepin County against because commissioners knew that CTIB would not disband.  It remains to be seen whether a county sales tax can be implemented to fund the missing state share of $135M</li>\r\n	<li>SWLRT and Bottineau line are not approved for funding in the new proposed federal budget.  84 State legislators signed a letter to Transportation Secretary Chao further requesting that funding be withheld because it did not have legislative support.</li>\r\n	<li>Files are advancing at the state level to remove/increase railroad liability for co-location, block any future light rail transit without state approval, and implement terms and elections to Met Council officials.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is the Annual Gathering on Monday, May 1st, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 6<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mark Brown, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n<h1> The Agenda Was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting held during the month of April, an announcement will be sent out on Next Door.  There will be a public hearing in May regarding the assessment.</li>\r\n	<li>The March 29<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will be an update on Peavey Plaza renovations.</li>\r\n	<li>Unspent and frozen NRP money will be returned to neighborhoods.  Kenwood received $1000 back.  The amount received by Kenwood for NRP was mostly spent in support of our neighborhood priorities.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA donated $750 to support the Kenwood School auction.</li>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the importance of managing the budget on a three-year cycle, tied to the funding cycle from the city.  Also discussed was ensuring that the budget would address reimbursable expenditures vs non-reimbursable expenditures that depend on neighbor contributions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt submitted a proposal to define objectives for the 2017 season, focusing on the implementation of 3 recurring activities such as puppet shows, yoga, log rolling, etc.  Additionally, how to engage the Park Board to implement improvements to the beach prior to SWLRT operations.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to take the lead on planning the programming.  Options will be discussed for future seasons to fund an intern to manage the programming and community outreach.  For 2017, a subcommittee will be formed to develop the action plan and report to the board at the April meeting.  Larry noted that it is important to share the plan at the annual neighborhood gathering on May 1<sup>st</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The gathering is May 1<sup>st</sup>.  Angie put together a to-do and sign up list for tasks that need to be completed to have a successful event.  The biggest issue to finalize is food.  KIAA is exploring different options that can reduce cost.  An option is to identify any neighborhood caterers or restaurant owners to support the event with food.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January Citizens Advisory Council meeting.   The Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District voted unanimously to permit SWLRT for construction through the waters that it manages.  Cedar Lake and the Kenilworth Channel drain into the creek and the Mississippi River, which MCWD manages.</li>\r\n	<li>On March 8<sup>th</sup>, County Transit Improvement Board voted to disband, clearing the way for Hennepin County to implement a 50 cent sales tax to fund SWLRT state share and ongoing operational costs.  However, because Dakota County voted against disbanding, there will be a process to follow where either CTIB will have one county member, or increasing the buyout to the county to gain their vote.</li>\r\n	<li>Full federal funding grant of $900M, if awarded, will happen by the end of June.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates:  Please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 3<sup>rd</sup>, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 6th, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Mark Brown, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Police Chief Ohotto, and 4 other residents.\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\nCity Council Update – Lisa Goodman\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner and contribute 7% of the total budget of $1M.  There will be a large neighborhood meeting held in advance to share details.  Work will be completed prior to fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The February 22<sup>nd</sup> Lunch with Lisa topic is Emergency Preparedness, including natural disasters and pandemic readiness.  Please contact her office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Ward 7 has been prioritized for the City’s Tree Planting Program.  Residents can get information and order trees March 6-12 at <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.  There will be a lottery, and those selected will be notified by March 22.  Trees will have a nominal cost to residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette provided an update on the parking situation in Downtown Kenwood.  She reported that the business owners did not support a KIAA proposed solution to add restrict parking to one side of 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Another possible solution is to clarify the parking signs on Penn Avenue in front of Kenwood School.  One resident from Oliver Ave expressed his concerns on the adverse effect he is experiencing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA dedicated $5000 for police overtime (80 hours of patrols).  2016 had the second lowest number of police reports since the lowest year (2008).</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The Chief continues to recommend a balance of extra patrols with the positive programming that has happened in the last 2 years.  Neighborhood involvement/usage of the beach is also important, vs. solely relying on police patrols.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Jeanette moved to spend $5000 for 2017 continued additional policing, pending the securing of city funding via the Neighborhood Priority Plan contract.  Mike will inform the board once city funding is confirmed.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The party was rescheduled for February 12<sup>th</sup> due to poor ice conditions.  KIAA will still contribute cookies towards the event.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Residents donated $747 last month, most in response to the annual newsletter.  KIAA also received some city reimbursements, totaling $2500.  KIAA appreciates the local funding of the neighborhood residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jean Deatrich has helped Matt mail thank you letters in response to all donations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Letter of Concern over 3020 Kenwood Parkway – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Calhoun-Isles Association is opposing the construction of a Residential High Rise on the Northeast Corner of Lake Calhoun that would possibly violate the Shoreland Overlay District and would certainly be in opposition to local ordinance.  The building would be 59 feet tall and out of character with the surrounding neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed a letter stating KIAA’s position that developers need to respect the overlay district not only for this project/lake but for future projects and other lakes.  This position supports the KIAA Neighborhood Priority of protecting the environment, lakes, and waterways.  The Overlay height restriction exists to protect the lake edge from out of scale development, shading, and wind concentration and a negative human caused impact on the environment.  Larry moved to send the letter, approved unanimously.  A response was received from CM Lisa Bender that it does not violate the Overlay Disctrict but does violate local zoning.  Jeanette is working with the city and C-I Association to clarify.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The annual gathering and board elections are May 1.  Any residents that would like to run for a board position are encouraged to contact KIAA; ssmith288@me.com.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         To reduce costs, new food alternatives will be considered for the annual gathering.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood School Request – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The School requested $750 in funding to be a sponsor of the Kenwood School Auction and Fundraiser.  KIAA supported this request in 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA view is that the funding supports the Neighborhood Priority of supporting robust programming and education our Kenwood School, which not only serves Kenwood children but children from other parts of the city.  Shawn moved to support the funding, unanimously approved.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January CAC meeting.   The Southwest Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that at the State Legislature GOP leadership is challenging that the Met Council will rely on the state to pay 50% of ongoing operating costs for light rail and transit but the state has no voice in which or how many projects are built.  That would mean that there is no elected voice in the regional transit plan and required state funding.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District is meeting on February 23<sup>rd</sup> to vote whether to approve permits for SWLRT construction and operation in areas that MCWD manages.  The MCWD is responsible for maintaining the water quality for the Watershed, which includes the Chain of Lakes.  The public comment period closed February 2<sup>nd,</sup> and many testified concerns about conflicts of interest with MCWD managers.  Most managers were appointed by Hennepin County Commissioners, that support the project.</li>\r\n	<li>As only 3 Kenwood properties are identified to have severe averse impacts, KIAA will consider funding an independent study of vibration and noise similar to one conducted at the Minneapolis/St Louis Park border.  The study would evaluate the Kenilworth Corridor north of the Kenilworth Channel.  Jeanette will contact the engineers to find out if there would be any benefit and what the cost would be.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will kick off the planning for ECLB programming for 2017.  He will solicit resident ideas.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJanuary 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 9th, 2017 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Will Stensrud, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Directors Absent:  Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mike Bono, Treasurer Matt Spies.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Snow Emergencies are communicated via Facebook, Instragram, Email/text alerts, City of Minneapolis Mobile App.  All residents are encouraged to sign up for alerts to be aware of when Snow Emergencies are declared.</li>\r\n	<li>Road Sand is available from the City Public Works Sites, to be placed in a barrel in areas that are needed.  Please contact Lisa’s office to request a barrel of sand.</li>\r\n	<li>Christmas Trees are recycled by the city.  Please put your trees at your regular pickup site.  Old Christmas lights can also be recycled; go to <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is January 25<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall.  The topic is Public Art, including a sneak preview of the Nicollet Mall art.  Lisa is always interested in constituents’ ideas for topics.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette brought to Lisa’s attention NRP survey results to get her perspective on what is within the city’s ability to address.  Many issues raised in the survey, including noise and excessive speed are regulated and difficult to enforce.  Any public works issues such as alley defects should be directed to Lisa’s office.  Jeanette will follow up with Lisa to address the continuing parking and alley access problem by Downtown Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Warming House – Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy shared that a volunteer group with representatives from from CIDNA, Lowry Hill and East Isles, the Minneapolis Parks Foundation, MPRB staff and local architects are considering that the warming house should be replaced, in part based on age (18 years old). The cost to bring the structure in and out by crane is increasing to $20K per year; a new structure designed to be more easily transported could make moving it less expensive. The idea being discussed is to change the structure into one that can be used all year, across different sites, for different purposes. There will be a design competition and funds raised. KIAA supports the idea of replacement but there was a discussion as to whether it\'s appropriate for KIAA to contribute neighborhood funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Treasurer Report – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Several contributions were received in January ($398) as a result of the Fall Newsletter.  KIAA appreciates the support and Matt will work with Jean to send acknowledgement letters to the donors.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie will provide via cookies for the party funded by KIAA.  The party is January 22<sup>nd</sup> from 1-3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Application – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will help manage the process for Rain garden applications and awarding grants from MetroBlooms.  This year is the third year of this partnership, and this year there will be no cost to KIAA.  KIAA will make an in-kind donation of time and resources to promote the initiative.  More information will be provided by the end of January.  Rain gardens support our NRP initiative of protecting the lakes and environment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Cedar Lake Orioles Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie is leading engagement with Kenwood School to reinstall Oriole feeding stations this spring.  Last year, orioles were abundant and several classes visited Cedar Lake Park to see them, accompanied by teachers and neighborhood volunteers.  This initiative is important because it drives more family and educational opportunities at Cedar Lake.  Angie requested $200 for laminated signs and feeding station supplies (food).  Jeanette moved to approve, unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering Planning Kickoff – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The annual gathering will be May 1<sup>st</sup> in downtown Kenwood, which includes food and election of KIAA officers.  In order to keep costs in check, other food options will be explored.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Communication Committee – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Will, Mark, and Jeanette will work with Jean regarding a communication committee and communication plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that CTIB is likely in the process of self-dissolving so that Hennepin County can raise the transit sales tax to .5%, to fund the missing $140M state share of funding.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion whether to contact the FTA regarding Met Council compliance to 2012 Certification Requirements for Federal Funding, and without a vote KIAA determined not to take any action.</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is contacting three LRT- adjacent property owners to discuss construction.  These are the only houses at 21<sup>st</sup> St that the Met Council deems to be impacted by LRT operations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The top 5 priorities from the survey were identified – SWLRT, Lakes/Parks/Environment, Kenwood Rec Center events, Hidden Beach Safety, and Kenwood School.  Jeanette wrote a summary report to share with anyone interested.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Calhoun Association is asking KIAA to support opposition to a 54 foot tall residential building to be built adjacent to Tin Fish on Lake Calhoun (replacing 3 existing homes).  The proposed structure would be within the Shoreland Overlay District which has a height restriction of 36 feet.  As an action taken between meetings, the proposal will be reviewed and voted on whether to support or not support the opposition.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board Police Chief Ohotto will be invited to attend the KIAA February Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>December 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 5th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis finalizes its 2017 budget on December 7th.  On November 30<sup>th</sup>, there was a public hearing; 45 people provided testimony on the mayor’s proposed budget. There was a significant organized effort to reduce proposed police budgeting in favor of more community based non-profit policing.  The mayor had proposed adding 15 additional sworn officers as 2016 had the lowest number of officers this decade, 100 less than 2009.  Neighborhoods Organizing for Change challenged that increase.  (Addendum Post KIAA Meeting:  December 7<sup>th</sup> saw a similar number of testimonials and content, and the budget was adopted with the 15 additional officers.)</li>\r\n	<li>The budget also proposes a new position of Small Business Navigator.  This position would assist small businesses in navigating the Minneapolis city laws and regulations.  Lisa supports up to 4 positions in order to help small business navigate the city’s complex licensing and codes.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa emphasized that the Final Truth in Taxation notices that were mailed in November did not include the voter approved school special taxation levy.  Therefore, property taxes are understated by approximately 10%.  Revised Final Notices will not be mailed.  (Note to residents:  look at your 2016 School District Voter Approved Levy to see approximately how much your 2017 taxes are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Car2Go is ending operations in Minneapolis because of two business conditions that created an inability for the company to be profitable.  1)  The city mandated that Car2Go distribute cars equitably throughout the city; however, because some neighborhoods had higher origination/destination usage than others, the company incurred high costs to redistribute cars, and some cars sat idle in lower-used neighborhoods.  Publicly, Car2Go cited that they were taxed/licensed at a car rental rate, which is higher than that of taxis and other ride-share services.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January after December 12ths Later with Lisa.  Lisa is interested in constituent input for topics for her schedule of 2017 lunches.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Board Member – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette introduced Will Stensrud, who with his family purchased a home in Kenwood one year ago.  Will asked to join the board to become more involved in the issues that shape Kenwood.  Jeanette motioned to approve his addition, and it was approved unanimously.  Welcome Will!</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>November was a busy month for SWLRT.  The FTA accepted testimony regarding Metropolitan Council accountability and adherence to process to determine certification for federal dollars for the next 4 years.  Many Kenwood residents sent testimony, including the LRT Done Right group.  Testimonials were published in last month’s Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn stated that there are two key next steps where KIAA will engage in SWLRT:  1) Follow up with the FTA to find out about how the neighborhoods testimony will be used, and will the findings be made available to the public, and 2) SWRLT construction and mitigation is the top issue surfaced in the annual NRP survey, and KIAA will continue to keep SWLRT as a standing KIAA meeting topic, and publish updates in the Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>LRT Done Right organization is engaging and meeting with key elected officials in the coming month to gain information and understanding of positions heading into the 2017 State Legislative Session.  Officials at the state, county, city, and park board will be met with.  KIAA’s position against residential development on the Kenilworth Trail/SWLRT line will be communicated.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reviewed the monthly balance sheet for KIAA as well as the expenditures and revenues for the month.  There was minimal activity during the month: payments made to Jean Deatrick and Post net for the Fall Newsletter, as well as a small payment to reimburse Pop Up Playground expense at “Hidden Beach,” and one donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA has submitted its Community Participation Program application for the upcoming three-year funding cycle by the City of Minneapolis, worth $25K annually to Kenwood.  KIAA is in the process of canvassing the neighborhood to determine the specific priorities to include in the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of NPP is to identify major initiatives for neighborhood organizations, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>The results of the Neighborhood Priorities survey were reviewed.  Top issues identified were SWLRT mitigation, protecting the lakes, East Cedar Lake Beach safety, supporting Kenwood Community Center activities/Common gathering place, more street lighting.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette noted that only 60 responses were received.  The link to the survey was put in the KIAA Fall Newsletter, Nextdoor, and Hill and Lakes Press.  Jean Deatrick will email out a link to her neighborhood email list and extend the deadline to December 18<sup>th</sup> to capture more feedback to feed the Top 5 Priorities.  There will also be future discussion on how to address other priorities received in written comments.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Lake of the Isles Warming House will be replaced.  The Park Board is considering a mobile structure that can be used all year.  Neighborhood Associations are being approached to provide funding.  There was discussion as to whether or not neighborhood funds should be used towards this project in light of the “Close the Gap” funding recently allocated to the Park Board, totaling $11M annually and funded by property tax increases.</li>\r\n	<li>Action taken between meetings:  The board approved up to $200 to place a sign in Downtown Kenwood to help address the continued concerns over parking issues.  It will direct patrons towards alternative parking locations and try to keep alley access clear.  Exact wording and structure is under discussion.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:27 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 9th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met November 7th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in November due to Thanksgiving.  On Monday December 12<sup>th</sup> at 4:30pm will be Later with Lisa, her annual holiday party.  It will be held at the Normandy Inn.  Cash bar, parking is free.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping is completed as of November 15th, as is yard waste pickup, for the season.  The city does not sweep alleys, leaf removal there is the responsibility of the home owner.</li>\r\n	<li>The house at 1204 Kenwood Parkway is under historic review.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction is on track to be complete by December.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa shared the Mayor’s 2017 Proposed Budget.  The board reviewed the budget and gleaned that the proposed levy increase is driven primarily by 1) 59 new positions in the city, 2) Park Board/City agreement on 20 Year Plan, 3) additional spending on social programs and grants to Non-Profit organizations.  The Truth in Taxation Hearing is November 30<sup>th</sup> at City Hall, and the budget will be adopted on December 7<sup>th</sup>.  Public testimony will be heard at both.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Monthly expenditures were for the Gilroy Memorial Bench and the Thrill Kenwood, offset by city funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody is the Citizen Advisory Committee representative to the Metropolitan Council and the CAC met last month.  Jody shared updates on SWLRT that were learned in the meeting.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>LRT trains normally sound a horn coming out of a tunnel, but it will not sound when emerging from the tunnel in the Kenilworth Corridor.  There are also bells on each train that sound at road crossings, but at 21<sup>st</sup> St these will not sound and there will be a stationary bell.  This will allow for less variance in the sound impact and more reliable noise mitigation.</li>\r\n	<li>Revenue service is estimated to begin in 2021.  Construction is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Construction will begin in Fall 2017 to move the freight lines in the Kenilworth Corridor; there will be five phases of construction in our neighborhood and it is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Met Council representatives will be going door to door to record structural conditions of homes in order to establish a baseline for potential damage as a result of construction.  Addresses/scheduling to be announced in December.  It is not determined how repairs will be handled that are a result of construction.</li>\r\n	<li>The CAC November meeting was cancelled.  At future meetings Jody will continue to press for information and we will share in this space.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended the FTA review of the Metropolitan Council’s certification on November 2<sup>nd</sup>.  The FTA certifies the Met Council every four years as a process to approve the Council to continue to receive federal funds.  Shawn shared that 5 speakers used SWLRT as an example where the Met Council did not consistently deliver against the objectives that the FTA measures against.  The public has until November 30<sup>th</sup> to provide testimony; if interested, please contact Shawn at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Applications</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sign Ups are now being taken for 2017 Good Steward Raingardens.  Raingardens on your property help reduce pollution in our lakes.  MetroBlooms and KIAA are teaming up to install reduced-cost raingardens for 15 Kenwood homeowners.  Cost is reduced through a Good Steward Grant (cost to homeowners will be approximately $350 for a $2,000 raingarden).  Email Laura Scholl to get on the list:  <a href=\"mailto:laura@metroblooms.org\">laura@metroblooms.org</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be applying for the next three-year cycle of funding by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program for $25K annually.  KIAA will submit its Community Participation Program application that will include the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of the Neighborhood Priority Plan is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the CPP application be approved, Mark seconded, unanimously passed.</li>\r\n	<li>A survey to solicit neighborhood input for the priority plan will be sent this month to ensure that monies are directed in the direction of projects that are valued by residents.  Here is the link: <a href=\"https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp\">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp</a>  (If link doesn’t work, type in your browser)</li>\r\n	<li>This season was one of the lowest in terms of police incidents in recent history.  The full end of season report will be published in the KIAA Fall Newletter, being mailed this month.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach end of season report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is receiving neighborhood impact letters from the Restorative Justice program from citations at East Cedar Lake Beach.  Fines can be waived if the cited writes a letter of atonement.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended October’s Lunch with Lisa.  The topic was the 20 Year Park Plan and it was covered in detail by Superintendent Jayne Miller and Board President Anita Tabb.  The Kenwood Park will not receive any funding from the 20 Year Park Plan as it is not a high priority park as determined by the Park and Rec Board.  Examples of criteria on how prioritization were assessed are Areas of Racially Concentrated Poverty, Populations of Color, Population Density, Youth Population, Asset Lifespan, and Neighborhood Density.  Kenwood Park will still receive its funding as part of the regular budgeting process.  Shawn learned that The Park Board will have approximately $11M of annual incremental funding via the city and park board levy.  Shawn also learned that if Minneapolis were to implement a $15 minimum wage, it would increase payroll for the Park Board by approximately $2.2M annually.  It was not clear how the Park Board would adjust the plan or mitigate the impact of that wage increase without affecting the 20 Year Plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:34 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 3rd, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood and Community Relations Department – Jack Whitehurst</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mr. Whitehurst represented the city for the annual board survey which the city is conducting.  The purpose of the survey is to gain demographic information on the makeup of city boards.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA encourages all residents of the neighborhood who would like to serve on the board regardless of demographic background.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion on Neighborhood Action Plan money status.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt presented an update on in/outflow of cash for the fiscal year, as well as a spending/income forecast through 2019.  Matt will present a financial report at each KIAA monthly meeting going forward.  This will allow for accurate planning on an annual basis going forward so expenditures can be prioritized.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be sending a survey to gain feedback on resident’s priorities to be addressed in the Neighborhood Priority Plan, which needs to be filed in November.  The survey was edited and approved to be sent.</li>\r\n	<li>The new warming house for Lake of the Isles winter skating area is still under consideration by the Minneapolis Park Board.  The new warming house is in concept stage.  Neighborhood associations may be approached to support it financially.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda Vallone from BeArtrageous is planning Thrill Kenwood, a successful Halloween party that has been held in the years past.  The board approved repeating a $750 contribution towards the event.</li>\r\n	<li>The Jim Gilroy memorial bench (former board member, deceased) has been installed and all who donated are appreciated.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA Fall newsletter is in process to be published by November.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA was informed by a MPRB tree inspector who visited the Rec Center corner that 7 diseased crab apple and trees will be removed. They will be replaced in Spring 2017 with 3 North Star Cherry trees and 4 Mont Royal plum trees, which are disease resistant with useful fruit for the public to eat.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nSeptember 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met September 12th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Dee Montgomery (Heritage Coalition).\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn moved for approval of the agenda, with the addition of Dee Montgomery’s topic, and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be September 28<sup>th</sup> at Opus Hall.  The topic is still being determined.  Lisa is always open to suggestions for topics for Lunch with Lisa, please contact her office with ideas.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale construction is still on schedule to be finished this fall.  Hennepin northbound will be open in the coming weeks.</li>\r\n	<li>The local government channels are changing as follows:  Comcast HD will be 799, and Standard Definition will be 14.  Century Link HD will be 8501, and standard definition will be 8001, Multilingual HD will be 8502, and standard definition multilingual will be 8002.</li>\r\n	<li>November 8<sup>th</sup> election early voting starts September 23<sup>rd</sup>.  There are 4 early voting locations in Minneapolis, please see the city website for more details.  Shawn Smith stated that the voting period was starting very early considering the first Presidential Debate is not until September 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Historic Marker Restoration Project – Dee Montgomery</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The centennial marker commemorating the establishment of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation will be restored.  The original boundary of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation included areas of Kenwood, and the marker that is being replaced is located on the southeast edge of Lake of the Isles.  The Heritage Commission has its own funds; tax dollars will not be used.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board advised Dee to consult with Native Americans to ensure that any concerns regarding the history and commemoration of Fort Snelling were heard.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is pushing for clarification and information with the warning bell and mitigation strategy at the 21<sup>st</sup> St crossing.  KIAA has requested involvement from Commissioner Marion Greene and expressed the need for her support on this issue with the Southwest Project Office.  There are concerns over the volume of the proposed wayside bell.</li>\r\n	<li>The Section 106 process is continuing now that the Memorandum of Understanding is executed.  This pertains to mitigation strategies for Grand Rounds eg landscaping, retaining walls, shoreline treatments, etc.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking continues to be an issue where patrons are parking too close to the alley, blocking driveways, too close to stop signs, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to explore signing solutions – parking is allowed at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Increasing neighborhood programming at the beach remains a KIAA focus.  It is part of the overall strategy to reduce crime and improve public safety.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that 35 kids came to the Play Space “pop up playground” and the strategy was successful.  The board approved a $25 increase to the funding to cover extra expenses.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reiterated the need to work on the Priority Plan Strategy, which will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.  Mike Bono, Matt, and Mark Brown will work on the subcommittee.  The CPP application is due November 10.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2016 Minneapolis Housing Resource Guide is published.  This is a resource for associations and homeowners.  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/\">www.minneapolismn.gov</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>A motion was approved to reimburse Deb Gilroy for $100 for the expenses related to placing a bench for former board member Jim Gilroy.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>By Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met July 11th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Chief Jason Ohotto and two of his officers, Jean Deatrick, and three neighbors.\r\n\r\n<strong>Opening Activities</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>No lunch with Lisa in July or August.  Please be sure to sign up for Lisa’s email list to get updates on construction, traffic, and event updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues.  The Hennepin/Vineland intersection will have major work done in July/August.  The overall project is on schedule for completion by November.</li>\r\n	<li>The variance at 2000 W 21<sup>st</sup> St was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting is open for the 2016 primary.  Election judges are needed this year.  Please call Lisa’s office to sign up to be a judge.  A mix of party affiliations is needed.</li>\r\n	<li>National Night out is August 2<sup>nd</sup>.  After July 19<sup>th</sup>, there is a fee to block off the street.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette expressed KIAA’s appreciation for the quality of the City of Minneapolis’s response to the FEIS, documenting the history and the issues within the project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Chief Jason Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Police reports written on park property at the beach declined from 48 to 31.  This is the second summer where there was a significant reduction in reports.  Chief Ohotto attributed the success to the positive programming and activities at the beach, as well as the increased park police patrols, some funded by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto recommended that neighbors that want to support safety efforts should call in issues to 911, and provide detailed, specific information, name and callback number.  Err on the side of calling 911 vs not calling when you see a negative impact to public safety.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown reported that the June 20<sup>th</sup> potluck at the beach was a great success with strong turnout.  The kids activities (face painting, spray chalk, cookies) were popular.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented ideas for longer term strategies, including boat racks, playground equipment.  Park and Rec Board financial support and fundraising will be needed.  A Community Action Committee will be formed.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt proposed an August Pop Up Adventure Playground as a new activity to pilot.  A motion passed to fund this event with up to $800 of NRP funds.  Engagement with the Kenwood School and neighboring association were identified as opportunities to increase participation.  Jeanette recognized Angie for getting the Kenwood School engaged in using the beach for educational opportunities.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed the idea of hosting a food or beverage cart at the beach on behalf of the neighborhood.  A motion passed for up to $200 to be spent from NRP funds for a KIAA/ECLB Patron Appreciation Day.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported on the June 13<sup>th</sup> FEIS public presentation by the Southwest Project Office.  Approximately 20 neighbors attended from Kenwood, CIDNA, and Loring Park.  On a positive note, the presentation summarized the 17,000 page FEIS effectively.  Unfortunately it was not tailored to the concerns of the Minneapolis segment of the corridor.  There continues to be a high level of concern over the ability of the tunnel to be built near Calhoun Shores Townhomes and the Kenilworth “pinch point.”</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the June 28<sup>th</sup> CAC meeting was cancelled, a consistent issue with many of the other CAC meetings which have also been cancelled in the past couple of years.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette communicated with the general manager of the Kenwood Restaurant to ask that employees park on Penn Avenue, and to help address the issue of patrons parking too close to alleys and driveways, and the issue of delivery truck restricting neighbor access to the alley.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie confirmed that parking for Downtown Kenwood businesses is permitted at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.  A “sandwich” board idea was proposed at a cost of $200 or for city signing or to paint the curb yellow to inform where and where not to park.  Noted for follow up between meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Mike Bono, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike and Matt outlined the plan to develop the 3 year plan as well as budgeting for the upcoming year.  It will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood, while also ensuring that current funding priorities can be maintained should funds be cut in the future.</li>\r\n	<li>New neighbor introduction:  Mikki Johnston and family</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will attend a Whittier Alliance Meeting on July 19<sup>th</sup> to understand the goals and strategies of that group.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie will follow up with Creative Citymaking regarding a video project opportunity, with a possible focus on ECLB.  KIAA would need to make a proposal to secure participation in the project, which is a competitive process.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>June 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 6th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters, Jack Levi.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Amanda Vallone, Jody Strakosch, Mark Holtey and two neighbors.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Board members conducted a brief introduction to begin the 2016-2017 term.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is complete for the season.  There will be a “Lunch with Lisa Field trip on Wednesday, June 29<sup>th</sup>, touring Givens Violins, which is a renowned repair business for cellos and violins.  If interested, please call Lisa’s office to book one of the two tours for that day.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues and has entered the paving phase.  Please contact Lisa’s office to be placed on an email list to receive weekly construction updates affecting the Twin Cities.</li>\r\n	<li>Sidewalk repair has come to Kenwood this year, part of a 10 year cycle.  White dots mark the sections that will be replaced.  Homeowners will be assessed $250-$400 per square for the repair.  Call 311 to discuss whether sections need to be replaced, or if they do not need to be replaced.  Please direct questions regarding how unique situations, such as tree root heaves, to 311.  All affected homeowners should have received a letter from the city; please refer to it for FAQs.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette volunteered to remain Chair; Larry volunteered to remain Vice Chair; Matt Spies volunteered to become Treasurer; and Shawn volunteered to remain Secretary.  Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt asked for resolution to relocate the KIAA bank accounts to US Bank.  Jeanette moved in favor, passed unanimously.  Matt asked for an additional resolution to transfer, check writing authority, opening accounts, deposits, and withdraw funds; from Ed Pluimer to himself.  Jeanette to be the second signatory.  Shawn moved, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette once again recognized Ed Pluimer for his years of service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Memorial Bench for Jim Gilroy – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie reported that $1550 has been donated to the Estate of Jim Gilroy for the purposes of a memorial bench on Lake of the Isles, near 21<sup>st</sup> St..  Jean Deatrick will send an e-blast as a reminder for any other residents that would like to contribute.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie moved that KIAA donate $300 towards the memorial bench to recognize Jim as a sitting board member at his death.  Funds will come from KIAA Money Market Account.  Approved unanimously.  As funds are in the account about to be closed, motion was approved to allow Ed Pluimer to write the check.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Financial Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is preparing a 2016-2017 balance sheet to ensure income and expenditures are clearly documented.  Mark, Larry, Matt, and Mike will form a finance subcommittee to inform a finance update at KIAA July meeting.  Motion approved to establish said committee.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies/Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda (from ARTrageous) shared that the Summer Solstice Party will be held at ECLB on June 20<sup>th</sup> from 6:30-8:30.  This will be a potluck event.  ARTrageous will provide henna, face painting, and a Creation Station for families.  The event will be cancelled in case of rain.  The event is open to all.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented a new proposal for a Pop Up Adventure Playground series.  Matt agreed to go renegotiate lower costs in order to run a pilot, vs investing in 3 events this year.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities including a Summer Solstice Potluck, Pirate/Mermaid Beach Party were identified for funding for $800.  A discussion was had regarding source of funds and how much to spend.  The board approved the expenditure unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda and Matt were approved to work together to spend up to $400 to place an ad in Hill and Lake Press to announce summer activities at ECLB.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  The CAC met in May.  Jennifer Munt stated that the Met Council would find funding to move ahead with SWLRT. The FEIS was reviewed; Nani Jacobsen recognized Kenwood for providing feedback that drove changes from the SDEIS to the FEIS.  Further, station art was approved for the West 21<sup>st</sup> St Station, which is what the Kenwood station will be named.  The next meeting will be June 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn has coordinated a meeting on June 13<sup>th</sup> for the Met Council to present the FEIS and take questions from residents.  This meeting was supported by the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn presented the FEIS draft and will circulate a soft copy to the board and Jody to be reviewed and approved as an action between meetings.  The deadline for submission is June 13<sup>th</sup> for any comments, and must be done in writing to the Southwest Project Office.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking at the Kenwood Corner continues to be a challenge, with visitors parking too close to the alley and to corners and blocking access.  Jeanette called the city to determine the cost of parking signs.  Action to be taken between meetings.</li>\r\n	<li>Kenwood Corner Raingarden Signage was approved as an action taken between meetings.  The Raingarden is now installed and the sign provides good information about the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  KIAA thanks Angie Erdrich for her work to beautify the corner.</li>\r\n	<li>Louise Erdrich is taking the space formerly occupied by Stephen Dean for a business to be announced shortly.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 9:10 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 11th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2016 KIAA 5<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> For the 5<sup>th</sup> year, KIAA had its annual meeting on May 2nd at Kenwood Corner, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> In attendance were seven KIAA serving board members up for re-election, one new member-elect, City Council Member Lisa Goodman, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Green, Minneapolis Parks Commissioner Anita Tabb, and approximately 100 neighbors.</p>\r\n The gathering began at 6PM.  The weather was great and everyone enjoyed Red Wagon Pizza and beverages, compliments of KIAA. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM.  There was a moment of remembrance for Jim Gilroy, KIAA board member who passed away suddenly in April.  Jim will be greatly missed; he was a kind and generous person, dedicated to improving our entire community.  The family has reserved a site for a park bench in his memory on Lake of the Isles.  Friends and neighbors who would like to contribute may do so.  KIAA Board Member Angie Erdrich will facilitate, please make checks payable to Minneapolis Finance Department, Memo “Jim Gilroy Bench” and mail to her at 2217 Oliver Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405.  A receipt will come from Minneapolis Parks, and the Gilroy family will receive a list of donor names.  Please submit donations by June 1<sup>st</sup> in hopes of installing the bench this summer.\r\n\r\nKIAA thanked retiring board member Ed Pluimer.  Ed has generously served on the board for over 20 years, most recently as Treasurer.  Our neighborhood is grateful for his energy and commitment.\r\n\r\nJeanette then stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year:  SWLRT work including work such as efforts to mitigate potential adverse effects to the neighborhood (if the project comes to pass), support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Raingardens from Metro Blooms, and positive programming for East Cedar Lake (Hidden) Beach.  The “Welcome Orioles” project – an environmental learning program for Kenwood School, co-sponsored with the Cedar Lake Park Association, received a shout-out from neighbors in attendance.\r\n\r\nJeanette introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to herself:  Jack Levi, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Matt Spies (Treasurer Elect), and Shawn Smith.  One new board member, Mark Brown was introduced.  Jeanette made the motion for re-election/election of the 2016-17 board, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\nKIAA would like to thank neighbors that supported KIAA financially at the gathering and throughout the year.  It helps us fund activities and keep our neighborhood strong!\r\n\r\nOther updates, action between meetings:\r\n\r\nThe 2015 KIAA Annual Report was approved by the board on April 28<sup>th</sup>.  The Annual Report is required by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program.  The report was prepared by Mike Bono with input from KIAA board members, and submitted by the 4/29 deadline.\r\n\r\nMatt and Julia Spies’s are requesting a variance for a remodel on their home.  As the Spies proactively partnered with their neighbors, KIAA supports their variance.  The variance will be reviewed at the Board of Adjustment meeting on June 9<sup>th</sup>.\r\n\r\nThere will be a Kenwood Neighborhood Rummage Festival of June 10-12<sup>th</sup>.  Please join your neighbors and plan a rummage sale during those dates!  If you are not able to have your own rummage sale, please consider donating to the Kenwood Elementary School Benefit Rummage Sale at the Kenwood Rec Center.   The rummage runs June 11 from 9-2PM. Donations can be dropped off at the Kenwood Recreation Center on June 10<sup>th</sup> from 4-6PM.  100% of proceeds benefit the Kenwood School.  Volunteers are needed to price goods, manage the sale, and haul goods to charity at 2PM on the 11<sup>th</sup>.  Contact Angie Erdrich to volunteer:  angie_sandeep@yahoo.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood.  If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us.  If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met April 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nVice Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies (Minutes), Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Jack Levi.  Absent:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith, Josine Peters, Jim Gilroy.  Also present:  Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\nUnanimous Approval of the Agenda\r\n<h1>City Council Update -  Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Upcoming Lunch with Lisas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>April 27  – Discussion with Made Here, the creative place-making initiative to fill empty downtown storefronts</li>\r\n	<li>May – Bill Leaf will talk about tourism master planning</li>\r\n	<li>June  – Field trip to Claire Givens Violin, premier violin reconstruction/repair; 40 people may attending in two groups of 20.  Contact Lisa’s office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping starting April 13 running through May 9</li>\r\n	<li>Yard waste pickup will begin in Kenwood on April 11</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa highlighted the state of the Hennepin/Lyndale Reconstruction Project road closures</li>\r\n	<li>On April 21, Board of Adjustment will be hearing variance for property at 2401 Sheridan Ave.  Adjacent residents will receive a notice in the mail by April 10<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa provided an overview of her and Council Member Barb Johnsons plan for the city to work with the Park Board to provide funding for neighborhood parks</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Gathering will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include a brief meeting:  the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association activities for the year.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lakes, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>As an action taken between meetings, the board approved the hiring of Red Wagon Pizza, and will be paid for by KIAA funds estimated at $1890.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong>2016/2017 Budgeting</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the merits and limitations of creating a budget for the 2016/2017 operating year.   The primary concern and is the complexity of the requirements for using various funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt Spies will coordinate an assembly of board members to explore ways to implement a framework for spending and raising KIAA funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board has indicated that they do not have capacity for an additional movie in the park for summer 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>An Oriole feeding station will be installed in Cedar Lake Park between May 3 – May 17 by Kenwood Elementary School students.  The project is sponsored by Birchbark Books.  Bird watching volunteers are needed.  Contact <a href=\"mailto:Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com\">Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>NOTE: The following information was approved to be added to the minutes by a motion taken after the meeting.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith (update provided in abstentia)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Since the March KIAA meeting, letters opposing the current SWLRT Kenilworth Plan were sent to Governor Dayton, Lt Governor Smith.  An aide in Governor Dayton’s office responded and assisted in getting a response from Adam Duininck, Chair, Metropolitan Council.  The letter thanked KIAA for our participation in the process and informed the following points:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Final EIS will be published in 2<sup>nd</sup> Quarter of 2016, and no other responses will be forthcoming until then.  In the EIS will be the answers to KIAAs (and others) DEIS and SDEIS responses.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a ten day public comment period</li>\r\n	<li>There will be no process for resolution of further concerns as this is not a part of the process of the National Environmental Protection Act process.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn expressed to the aide in Governor Dayton’s office that securing a form response from Mr Duininck was secondary to our concerns.  He asked for Governor Dayton to confirm that he was aware of and supports or does not support the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>That a derailment collision between an ethanol train and light rail train will be a significant danger to the community and Target Field.</li>\r\n	<li>That other less expensive and more flexible options for transit exist, including bus rapid transit</li>\r\n	<li>That the Chain of Lakes could be degraded due to pile driving</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is a defendant in a lawsuit over failure to disclose discussions of other routes</li>\r\n	<li>That ridership of an Uptown line would well exceed the current alignment</li>\r\n	<li>That projected ridership figures at 21<sup>st</sup> St Station are not credible</li>\r\n	<li>That there will be 22 hours of contiguous noise every five minutes in one of the quietest areas in Minneapolis</li>\r\n	<li>That not one low income neighborhood will be within reasonable walking distance of any Minneapolis station.</li>\r\n	<li>We asked for an appointment with the Governor.  There was no response.  Shawn waited ten days and said that because the Governor failed to respond, we would need to inform our constituents that our elected officials and the Governor are aware of the above controversies and find them to be acceptable.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Larry Moran at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is our Annual Neighborhood Gathering on Monday, May 2nd at 6 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner in front of The Kenwood and BeArtrageous. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org   </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> March 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 7th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi.  Also present Patrick Sadler, Pat Scott, Phil Nordberg, Laureen Carlson, Will Stensrud\r\n\r\nMarch Agenda was Approved Unanimously\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Patrick Sadler, Lisa Goodman’s Office</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Community Planning and Economic Development plan for both Ward 7 and the city were provided.  Any residents that would like a copy can contact Lisa’s office or go to the City Website.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be Noon, March 30<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall; the topic is Sister Cities of Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work continues on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Please contact Lisa’s office to receive email updates on construction closures.</li>\r\n	<li>The Workplace Partnership Meetings proceed to review sick time and paid time off policy.  A final recommendation is due March 16.</li>\r\n	<li>There are openings on multiple boards and commissions in Minneapolis.  Any interested residents can apply via the city website.</li>\r\n	<li>The Community Connection Conference is Saturday April 2<sup>nd</sup> at the Minneapolis Convention Center to kick off 3 Year Planning for Minneapolis 2040.  The public is invited.  Jeanette suggested that Lisa’s office post information to Next Door to ensure the 7<sup>th</sup> Ward is represented if nobody from KIAA is able to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Reduced pricing is being offered for rain barrels and compost bins.  <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>. The city will also have a limited number of trees available to residents for $25.  You can order a tree for your property beginning March 21, see <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Request for Support of Variance for Accessory Dwelling, 2401 Sheridan Ave S – Phil Nordberg and Laureen Carlson</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Phil and Laureen requested variance support from KIAA to be able to add a bathroom and categorize their garage as an ADU.  The overall footprint will not change.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is generally supportive.  The petitioners have not spoken to each neighbor but will be sending out notices to all neighbors within 300 feet.  Jeanette motioned to support the variances, contingent that neighbors are all informed and have no objections.  Motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is in the process of confirming the open swim, pop up playground, and other activities for Summer 2016.  Event schedules will be published in Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette signed the agreement for extra police patrols.  With the warm weather, Matt is working with Park Police to start patrols.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities are being coordinated with Kenwood School, including bird watching.  Volunteers are needed to lead school hikes in April and May, please contact Angie Erdrich at angie_sandeep@yahoo.com</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that since the last meeting, letters were sent to the FTA, Senator Klobuchar, Senator Franken, and Rep Ellison as KIAA continues to escalate neighborhood concerns over this project.</li>\r\n	<li>A letter was also sent to Governor Dayton and Lt Governor Smith, with copies of the letters sent to the State and Federal officials asking for his support in getting a meaningful response to neighborhood concerns, which are centered on the risks and ripple effects of co-location of SWLRT and ethanol trains.  His office responded with questions, and KIAA is preparing a communication to send back.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will invite Sophia Ginis from the Met Council to our April meeting since she did not respond to our March meeting invitation.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion that despite our concerns, planning moves ahead unabated.  All are encouraged to contact their elected officials if they have concerns over co-location, noise, vibration, cost, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA has been actively communicating neighborhood concerns to local, state, and federal officials.  Due to an overall lack of responsiveness to those, the board approved a motion to send communication to President Obama, which will represent the highest level of escalation, and likely final, that the board will take.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Meeting - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Annual Meeting will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association financials.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lake Press, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie, Josine, and Matt are researching options for food to reduce costs from last year.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Board Succession Planning - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         With Ed stepping down, KIAA will need to fill the Treasurer role starting May 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is actively seeking new board members.  We need neighbors that are willing to volunteer 3-4 hours per month either as a board member or support a subcommittee.  There are several board members that have served for a decade or more and are looking to retire.  We need your help to fill these positions to continue the level of thoroughness being delivered today.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is seeking a representative for the Green Zone work being done by the city.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 1st, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Meg Forney, Amanda Vallone, and Jody Strakosch\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be February 24<sup>th</sup>.  The topic will be the City Workforce Training and Equity programs on Job Training.</li>\r\n	<li>2431 22<sup>nd</sup> St W ownership has requested a historic review and may be requesting a variance to the board in the near future.  Neighbors are reminded that KIAA is typically notified of variance requests and can help navigate the process.</li>\r\n	<li>The city prefers that the SWLRT station be called “Cedar Lake Station.”  The Met Council has suggested that 21<sup>st</sup> St Station is not a clear indicator of the location of the station but has asked for input.  (KIAA hesitates to put forth a suggestion because KIAA does not support co-location of freight and light rail, but if KIAA were to have a preference it would be West 21<sup>st</sup> St.)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Closing the Gap in Our Parks - Meg Forney</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meg is looking for volunteers to work for a Citizens Group to get signatures to support a referendum on the ballot for “The Closing of the Gap” for funding of $15M/year for the next 20 years to implement repairs in neighborhood parks.  If residents are interested, please contact Meg or Anita Tabb at the Park Board.  Additional information is available on the Park Board website.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Funding Recommendation – Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The success at East Cedar Lake Beach to reduce crime was in large part due to the partnership between KIAA and the Park Police.  The recommendation from Chief Ohotto was to spend $5000 for 2016 vs $8000 spent last year.  Police reports were reduced from 101 in 2014 to 56 in 2015.</li>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to spend $5000 for additional police patrols at ECLB in 2016 and be active early in the season.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that two disbursements were made in January relating to SWLRT planning and the Metro Blooms project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Thrill Kenwood – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>This event raised $400 for The Bridge for Youth.</li>\r\n	<li>The 1<sup>st</sup> annual Rock Kenwood Dance Party will be held at the Rec Center on Saturday February 27<sup>th</sup> from 3-6PM.  There will be a DJ, contests, crafting, and more.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt recapped the recent committee meeting and the programming ideas for 2016.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log rolling and Open Swim are planned to continue in 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>New ideas include puppet shows, art activities, potlucks, and more.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is considering putting forth up to $2000 of additional funding for activities, and discussed how to engage neighbors that might be interested in donating funds to support the activities.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  Jody reported that the November and December meetings were cancelled by the Met Council.  In the January meeting, progress updates were shared by the project office.  Final environmental impact statement is due in April.  Civil construction will begin fall of 2016.  There will be 29 private properties impacted by construction in Minneapolis, primarily adjacent to the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported that some responses were received from correspondence to Minnesota Senators and Representatives on the Transportation Committees.  Some responded to take KIAA response under advisement, and some spoke in favor of KIAA’s position opposing co-location.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn brought a motion to continue to present KIAA’s position opposing co-location to FTA officials in the Chicago office that are working with the Met Council on the alignment.  The board unanimously approved to send a letter.  Shawn will circulate it as an action between meetings for board review and final approval.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette is working to identify a point of contact for the Restorative Justice Program, who would coordinate community service work for the people in the program.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA recognizes Stephen Dean and his long standing contributions to the neighborhood. Kathie Constantine shared that his tailoring business in Downtown Kenwood is expected to close at the end of March.  He kept the neighborhood looking good with the many fine seams, hems, and alterations he provided over his 40 years in business, and we wish him well in retirement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:46 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>January 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met January 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A body was found frozen in the ice in the channel between Lake Calhoun and Lake of the Isles on January 4<sup>th</sup>.  It is not known to be a crime related situation and there is no danger to the public.  Residents are encouraged to demonstrate caution before proceeding to go out on the ice, especially areas that are not designated for winter recreational use.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is on Wednesday January 27<sup>th</sup>, the topic is a preview of the 2016 state legislative session. Senator Dibble among other elected officials are expected to attend.  Please contact Lisa’s office if you plan to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale utility work continues.  Sewer work will be necessary on Vineland Place near the Walker and Sculpture Garden.  Construction updates and road closures are available via Lisa’s office in her email updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Residents are advised that there needs to be a minimum 5 foot clearance on either side of alleys and driveways.  Neighbors are having difficulties accessing driveways and alleys when visitors or residents are parked within 5 feet of one.  This has been a challenge particularly at Kenwood Corner.  If access is blocked, neighbors can call 311 for assistance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed updated KIAA that the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District paid KIAA for the 15 neighborhood Raingarden projects.  KIAA will in turn pay MetroBlooms with these funds, as well as the KIAA share of $1134, approved at the December Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Noise Issues</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Local businesses are advised to ensure that their garbage and recycling services are observing local noise ordinances.  Garbage and recycling are not to be picked up prior to 6AM.  We love our local businesses.  Neighbors observing violations are encouraged to speak to the business owner first, and if unresolved then take a photo of the truck and email KIAA or Lisa Goodman’s office and we will contact the refuse service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt updated KIAA that the next ECLB Committee Meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan 26<sup>th</sup> at 7PM at the Kenwood Community Center.  All are welcome.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will invite Park Police Chief Ohotto to the February meeting to start the dialogue on the strategy for the summer of 2016.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the SWLRT environmental impact statement will not consider impacts of freight rail changes in the Kenilworth Corridor funded by the project, according to a recent email from the Southwest Project Office.  These changes include moving the rail much closer to homes, upgrading the tracks, building a bridge across the Kenilworth Canal, and removing many trees and green spaces.  Further, although the SWLRT project will spend tens of millions of dollars to “co-locate” freight and light rail, the Met Council says it “is not making freight rail permanent” in the Kenilworth Corridor.  KIAA is concerned that the upgraded freight rail infrastructure could encourage more trains at higher speeds, and create additional noise and safety concerns.  KIAA believes the SDEIS is flawed because it does not treat freight as a permanent condition, and therefore adverse impacts are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the section 106 meeting on December 3<sup>rd</sup>.  Section 106 protects historic properties impacted by federally funded projects.  The Kenilworth Channel is protected by section 106.  With input by Michael Schroeder of the MPRB, a bridge design has been agreed upon and the historic WPA retaining walls on the east side of the proposed bridge are now under consideration.  A memorandum of understanding will be developed in the coming months, and KIAA will decide whether or not to sign it when the time comes.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn, on behalf of KIAA, contacted each member of the Minnesota Senate and House Transportation Committees to surface the board’s continued concerns with co-location.  KIAA asked that the $135M of the state portion of the funding be put on hold.  This is to be voted on in the upcoming legislative session.  KIAA maintains that in a time of increased concern over rail safety, co-location of light rail and ethanol trains will pose a continual and sustained danger to the Kenwood neighborhood should there be a derailment. and we remain opposed to co-location.  The Minneapolis City Council, knowing of this risk, has nonetheless approved co-location, so KIAA is appealing to the state level.</li>\r\n	<li>County Commissioner Marion Greene is planning a public meeting on Wednesday, February 3<sup>rd</sup>.  KIAA will post time and place to NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Angie Erdrich will post in Next Door Kenwood a notice to invite neighbors to determine interest for the MetroBlooms Raingarden program for 2016</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lake of the Isles Skating Party is Sunday, January 24<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:38 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>December 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 7th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Larry Moran, Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi, Josine Peters  Also Present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n<h1>Agenda was approved unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since November Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby composed a letter to the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee articulating KIAA concerns that the SDEIS had shortcomings.  These arise from Met Council’s decision to treat freight rail as an “existing condition.” However, the SWLRT proposes creating permanent freight rail infrastructure where only temporary rail exists, and SDEIS failed to properly consider the safety, environmental, vibration, noise, and economic impact of that decision with freight rail as an existing condition.  In the December meeting, KIAA members voted in favor of sending the letter prior to the CMC.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>December 9<sup>th</sup> is the final opportunity for residents to testify at the City Council meeting regarding the 2016 budget and taxes.  Lisa encourages residents to appear in person or email their city representatives to provide testimony and input on how residential tax revenue is generated and spent.  This meeting will be in the past by the time these minutes are published, however residents are notified well in advance of the annual hearing in their Truth in Taxation statements for future tax years.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January.  December 14<sup>th</sup> marks the annual December Later with Lisa event at the Normandy Inn.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work is continuing on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Infrastructure has deteriorated further than expected and the project is approximately 6 weeks behind.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa confirmed that a variance at 2432 Sheridan Ave S was approved by the city.  This was endorsed by KIAA at the November meeting.  KIAA will seek input as broadly as possible for future requests</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed provided prior the meeting a recap of monies received from KIAA members as well as November transactions (expenditures), and these were discussed in the meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>The source of the remainder of Rain Garden funding was discussed.  Jeanette moved to use money from the NRP neighborhood livability Phase II fund.  Passed unanimously.  Mike Bono agreed to ensure that all city requirements were met to utilize that fund.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Resolution regarding Jean Deatrick’s contract – Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jean’s contract is set to expire at the end of the year.  Jean supports KIAA with communication, publication of the minutes, announcements, reimbursements, and other administrative activities.  Mike moved to extend her contract under the same terms until December 31<sup>st</sup> 2016.  Ed seconded the motion.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies\r\n<h1>·         Matt is reaching out to the Park Board to align on proposed activities for summer 2016.  KIAA continues to work on ensuring ECLB will be able to be used safely by all residents.  There will be a public meeting in January to discuss 2016 strategies, date/time/place to be posted on Nextdoor Kenwood.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA increased funding in 2015 to support existing funding from the Park Board et al, and research will be done to understand how much funding will be in place from other sources prior to a KIAA funding commitment for 2016.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Discussion continued from the November meeting regarding engaging state and federal officials over ongoing concerns for rail safety as well as other unaddressed concerns.  KIAA will contact state level transportation bill conferees to raise the concerns before end of year, and then again as State Legislators go back into session in February.  KIAA will also contact Federal Transit officials in advance of final funding of the line to ensure that federal officials are aware of local concerns with regard to safety, environmental, noise, vibration, and economic adverse effects not sufficiently addressed in the SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Metro Blooms is asking if KIAA would be interested in partnering on Rain Gardens again in 2016.  Angie will inform them of KIAA interest, pending gauging neighborhood interest.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:33 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met November 2nd, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since October Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA sent a response to the SWLRT project office regarding SWLRT Section 106 meeting Sept 23<sup>rd</sup>, as it relates to concerns over the traffic study.  There is a discrepancy in the ridership numbers vs SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Variance Request for Peterson Residence, 2432 Sheridan Ave S</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Request made in person by owners to enlarge the structure, extending a less than six foot variance along the property line.  A second variance was requested to extend the garage by five feet closer to the street, which is still within the set back.  Angie motioned to support, Matt to second, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws, Articles – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed changes to KIAA bylaws to modernize them, having consulted with Robert Cooper of the City of Minneapolis legal department.  For example, serving information via email vs paper mail, yet preserving multi modal communication which would include an annual newsletter or mailings at the discretion of KIAA.  Ed moved that KIAA approve the rewritten bylaws which would then be filed with the state, and stored on KIAA’s website.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed then moved to change articles of incorporation to update the registered office of KIAA to the Kenwood Rec Center.  Matt seconded, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Gardens – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved to pay $1134 for KIAA cost share to Metro Blooms (or up to $1200 in case of minor variance in the final invoice).  The costs increased due to decreased participation due to untenable soil conditions or other issues that were not able to be mitigated.  Motion seconded by Jim, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>The raingarden at Kenwood Corner was paid for by the private donations and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  In order to finalize funding, a sign is needed.  The sign will be reviewed as action taken outside the meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         ECLB committee met in October to debrief the year and start planning for next year.  Residents that have ideas for activities for 2016 are encouraged to contact Matt Spies.  2015 saw a tremendous amount of success and KIAA is excited to build on this success but needs continued neighborhood engagement even if there was an increase in usage via activities and a decrease in criminal activity.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Engagement with Anita Tabb and the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board was also discussed as an offline action.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA discussed whether to continue to engage in SWLRT via writing letters to state and federal officials addressing co-location concerns in the Kenilworth Corridor as KIAA was unable to gain support at the city level.  Specifically, to petition state and federal officials to withhold funding due to continuing and increasing concerns over the danger of the co-location of ethanol trains and SWLRT.  Further action to be taken between meetings, but accountability of individual public officials will be the focus, specifically, their knowledge of the risks, and how they plan to vote, is the plan of action via written correspondence.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood general community update.  Jeanette will encourage CM Greene to have the meeting, KIAA will not formally participate.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:43 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 5th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich.\r\n\r\nOthers present:  CM Lisa Goodman, Marc Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), 2 other attendees\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The September lunch with Lisa had over 75 attendees to hear about the Nicollet Mall renovation.  At the October Lunch with Lisa Wed Oct 21<sup>st</sup>, to commemorate the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, State Senator Steve Simon will speak about the Voting Rights Act.  Room 334 of the St Thomas Law School.  All are welcome to attend, please RSVP in advance to Lisa’s office.</li>\r\n	<li>Fall street sweeping will start on October 20<sup>th</sup>.  Please watch for parking restrictions.  Social media will be used to communicate dates.</li>\r\n	<li>Cedar Lake Parkway will be repaved – from 394 to the BNSF bridge.  It will start October 19<sup>th</sup>, last 6 days, and be a complete closure.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding variances and tear downs.  Neighbors are encouraged to review variance proposals with KIAA board so the board can be aware of variance requests.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed attended to any previously discussed financial compliance and efficiency concerns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed that bylaws be examined and modernized.  For example, the bylaws state that minutes must be maintained in a book.  However, now electronic copies are preferred to minimize paper waste.  Also that 1<sup>st</sup> class mail is used for communications, and now electronic notice is more economical and more efficient.  There was also a discussion on how to document action (votes) taken outside of meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark re-requested funding from KIAA for a rechargeable sound system to be used for neighborhood programming, at a cost of $2200.  Motion to fund passed with two abstentions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Hennepin Lake Community Wine Tasting Fundraiser – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is selling tickets to the event which is being held on Wed October 28<sup>th</sup>.  Advance ticket sales benefit KIAA.  Please email Jeanette Colby; email is available on the KIAA website.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>It was noted that each member of the City Council, Mayor Hodges, and Peter Wagenius received a copy of the KIAA SDEIS with a request to require more information regarding mitigation, co-location, and construction concerns prior to granting municipal consent.  However, there was no response to KIAA from the Mayor or the Council and all city council members voted the same as prior municipal consent.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood Q/A meeting for any outstanding questions regarding the SWLRT project.  Jeanette and Shawn will post to Nextdoor Kenwood this opportunity to have a dialogue, to gauge neighborhood interest.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette outlined the finding to the Section 106 Traffic Study.  The finding in the study was that there would not be substantial changes to traffic near historic 106 properties.  The findings of the study appear to be inconsistent with the SDEIS statements regarding how many riders will use the 21<sup>st</sup> St Station and how riders will access the station.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will draft a letter to state and federal officials highlighting the danger of co-location of ethanol trains and high voltage LRT wires in the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Announcements/New Business – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee continues to meet monthly.  Meetings are posted to Nextdoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>Thrill Kenwood is Saturday October 24<sup>th</sup>, at 3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, November 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSeptember 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met September 14th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Park Police Chief Ohotto, Mark Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), Jean Deatrich (Hill and Lakes), and 6 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>September Agenda was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Recognition for Kathy Low for her participation in KIAA and to Larry Moran for Chairing KIAA for the past three years.</li>\r\n	<li>It was agreed that a November KIAA newsletter will be published and mailed.  Articles will be needed and will need to be sent to Jean Deatrich.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich led a discussion regarding the final cost of the Raingarden Project, which will be finalized at a future date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Bylaw and Finance Update – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that he will put together a list of proposed bylaw changes that were discussed at the July KIAA meeting to be submitted.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed gave an overview of committed and past spending as a follow up to the account balance update emailed prior to the meeting.  It was determined to maintain one KIAA account going forward, instead of two, and Ed named some follow up tasks that he would tend to in order to ensure KIAA is compliant with the city policy, and it was also determined to maintain a May 31<sup>st</sup> fiscal year end and coincide with the annual election of the KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark requested funding from KIAA for the replacement of 3 picnic tables and a sound system.  A vote was deferred until ownership of the space where the picnic tables is housed could be confirmed.  Additionally, it was suggested that the Rec Center request funding from the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto/Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Chief Ohotto shared that police reports for ECLB were 69 in 2015 vs 2014 last year.  Most reports were misdemeanors.  He attributes the reduction to Matt Spies and his task force and the community involvement at the beach, as well as concerned residents calling 911 when incidents occurred.  Chief Ohotto recommended continued KIAA-funded hours and activities moving forward.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Subcommittee Meeting is on October 13<sup>th</sup> at 7PM, Kenwood Rec Center.  Residents are encouraged to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Permit Parking was discussed as a deterrent.  There is a Next Door thread discussing a petition to request it to deter beach attendance.  KIAA in the past has recommended that this is not a viable solution to deter crime, however agreed that the SubCommittee should reevaluate this as a solution to ensure that any recommendation reflects current views.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Amanda Vallone - beArtrageous</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda on behalf of beArtrageous proposed some activities for ECLB for 2016.  Activities would be for residents of all ages:  potlucks, craft parties, coffee and sunset gatherings, etc.  Activities would be funded by CPP or participants.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda requested funding from KIAA to fund Thrill Kenwood on October 24<sup>th</sup>.  The activity is a neighborhood dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at the corner of Penn and 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Proceeds go to Bridge for Youth, and emergency Shelter for for 10-17 year old youth.  KIAA approved $800 to fund the event, about 40% of the budget.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>MPRB Ice Rink Warming Hut – Cliff Swenson/Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>MPRB is considering updating the warming hut (without disruption to the footprint or skating area) at Lake of the Isles and across other rinks in the park system.  MPRB is beginning the process of informing city boards about the redesign, and if the project moves forward there would be a community engagement process in the future.  Goal is to have the project done by Fall 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Jeanette Colby/Shawn Smith/Jody Strakosch</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody updated from the Community Advisory Committee, which met recently and the Project Office is proceeding as if they have full funding.  Jody asked that the key elements of the project be a standing topic on the agenda going forward, including co-location, noise, vibration, etc.  Meetings occur the 4<sup>th</sup> Thursday of every month.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette offered to contact County Commissioner Marion Greene to see if we would conduct a public hearing to ask questions.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA agreed to distribute the SDEIS response to additional public officials.  The purpose is to gain support to get answers to those questions posed in the response, submitted to the Project Office in July 2015, that have yet to be answered.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, October 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met July 6th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Lisa Goodman, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee and KIAA Board Member-Elect), Jean Deatrick, and 2 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby nominated Matt Spies to the board and his appointment was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City of Minneapolis Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be August 26<sup>th</sup>.  Topic is TBD and Lisa is seeking input on ideas of broad interest to the ward.</li>\r\n	<li>NextDoor Kenwood will be increasingly used by the city for announcements and crime alerts, so neighbors are encouraged to sign up for the site.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion regarding street paving and repair.  Lisa encourages neighbors to call 3-1-1 to report any potholes in need of fill.  Major repaving for roads in need of repair could result in a potentially significant tax assessment for property owners on the street repaired.</li>\r\n	<li>Because of the buffer zone around parkland, it was emphasized that feral cats are not allowed in much of the Kenwood neighborhood, and should be reported to animal control.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report/Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Year end financial recaps were circulated to KIAA board members prior to the July meeting.  The balance sheet will be attached to the CPP annual report to be sent to the city.  KIAA fiscal year runs from June 1 to May 31 due to the timing of the election of the board in May.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA bylaws have not been updated in several years.  Ed offered to chair a subcommittee to review where updates should be made to allow more relevant communication methods, eg allowing electronic communication vs by US Mail.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP Annual Report – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the KIAA 2014 CPP Annual report be approved and sent to the city, and the motion was unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Dinkytown Historic Commercial Preservation – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The city is voting July 10<sup>th</sup> regarding preservation of the Dinkytown business district.  KIAA will circulate the letter from the preservation group should Kenwood residents wish to show support.  KIAA will not file a formal support with the city but voted to send a statement to the City Council in support of the Marcy Holmes Neighborhood Association (Dinkytown) in its adherence to its neighborhood small area plan.  Small area plans are developed with broad community input and may put parameters on developers to preserve neighborhood history and aesthetics.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Uptown Neighborhoods Working Group (UNWG) – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Per UNWG request, Josine attended the recent meeting of the working group and will provide input into the decisions and discussions related to the Uptown neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Raingardens Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The installations of raingardens in Kenwood continue to have interest in the neighborhood and Angie will continue to provide input and updates to Metro Blooms and KIAA.  20 Residences are approved to be funded by Metro Blooms and KIAA.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log Rolling continues to be a popular event – future dates will be announced on NextDoor Kenwood.  Open Water Swimming, sponsored by YWCA, is rolling out this summer.</li>\r\n	<li>Pledges have been raised for $1350 to fund a pop-up Adventure Park, 3 events to occur this summer.  Matt requested $750 in funding from KIAA to reach the goal of $3000 and for a fund to be established to be administered by KIAA to house the funding as it is collected.  Jeanette so moved and the motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Crime and Safety – Chief Ohotto provided an update in advance of the meeting that crime is down from prior years.  There are still some incidents that have required police response but of less frequency and severity vs prior summers.  Ed Pluimer reminded the board that $8K was allocated for increased police patrols this summer.  KIAA will continue to evaluate the effectiveness of the expenditure.</li>\r\n	<li>The next ECLB subcommittee meeting will be July 14<sup>th</sup> at Kenwood Rec Center and will be published on NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Supplementary Draft EIS Response – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS response was submitted to the board for review prior to the meeting.  There was a general discussion regarding edits related to construction impacts, property values.  Angie moved to approve the response with amendments, and the motion passed unanimously.  The amendments to increase the focus on the response relating to construction short term impacts (noise, vibration, road damage).  The KIAA response will be submitted to the Met Council, and a response will be requested, by the July 21<sup>st</sup> deadline.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Investing in Neighborhood Parks/Closing the Gap – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Minneapolis Park and Rec Board is conducting neighborhood hearings through late September to discuss the current state of Minneapolis Parks and those in need of repairs that may have been deferred.  Please see the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board for dates on upcoming hearings.  You can also email <a href=\"mailto:closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org\">closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org</a> for information and input.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, August 3rd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>June 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 1st, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and Jean Deatrich, and 3 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in June or July.  The next will be August 6<sup>th</sup>, topic is TBD.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa is sending out a weekly downtown event and construction alert including sporting and arts events and street closures.  Future emails will include the reconstruction of Hennepin at Lyndale, Nicollet Mall Reconstruction, etc. Residents can sign up for the weekly Friday email by emailing Lisa’s office.  She is hopeful that the information will help residents and visitors get around town a little easier with all the construction and exciting downtown events.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Streets events are starting, sponsored by the city and the Bicycle Coalition.  There will be road closures and roads will be open to pedestrians and bikers.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.openstreetsmpls.com/\">www.openstreetsmpls.com</a> for more information.</li>\r\n	<li>With the warm weather approaching, residents are advised to keep garages and homes locked when not home.  This will deter crimes of opportunity.  Also, keep valuables out of sight in your car, and keep your car locked even when it is in your garage.  Residents are encouraged to call 911 if you see any suspicious activity.  This will help control crimes of opportunity.</li>\r\n	<li>The City and the Park Board advise to water trees regularly, and advise against pruning ash trees, which can spread the Emerald Ash borer.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update (ECLB, “Hidden Beach”) – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Activities are being planned to increase resident usage of the beach.  Activities will mainly be sponsored by a 3<sup>rd</sup> party, not the Park Board or City.  Matt will submit an article to Hill and Lakes Press with more information in an upcoming issue.</li>\r\n	<li>The first log roll was held on Saturday May 30th with about 25 attendees.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Lake Swimming is in the planning stages, similar Lake Nokomis Open Swim.  The intent is to give residents the opportunity to swim in open water for exercise and triathlon training.  Also for trained swimmers that do not have access to a pool.  The open swim events will be managed by the YMCA.</li>\r\n	<li>Other events are being planned, such as morning meditations, arts events, and more.  Announcements will be shared via the Nextdoor Kenwood website, so please sign up for the site for alerts on upcoming events.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is working to see if a sign can be secured to post at the entrance of the beach area announcing the schedule of activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is doing an amazing job leading the ECLB subcommittee and KIAA appreciates his dedication and effort to bring fun activities to ECLB for everyone.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low outlined the revised neighborhood priority plan that was drafted to direct activities and advise the expenditure of Community Participation Program funds.  Changes to the former plan were advised in response to a recent survey of residents and ongoing KIAA priorities.  Kathy did not seek re-election and was handing the work off to the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Included in the plan is SWLRT work, additional police patrols for ECLB, monthly newsletter, and neighborhood programming activities.</li>\r\n	<li>The final revised plan will be submitted to the city and put on record in the KIAA archives.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS is now published which reflects co-location of Light Rail and Freight Rail.  LRT Done Right is drafting a response to the SDEIS (Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement).  Jeanette Colby proposed that KIAA utilize the LRT Done Right as a foundation to the response for KIAA.  The responses are due by July 6<sup>th</sup> unless an extension is granted.  KIAA will draft a response representative of views expressed by residents and an evaluation of the SDEIS.  Any resident can review the SDEIS at <a href=\"http://www.metrocouncil.org/\">www.metrocouncil.org</a>.  Residents are encouraged to review environmental findings and mitigation plans and provide input to the Met Council directly.  The City of Minneapolis and Park Board are each planning to submit a response to the SDEIS in addition to those of LRT Done Right and KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to be involved with the Citizens Advisory Committee.  KIAA did not support co-location of freight and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor, but will focus the feedback on mitigation that is needed as determined by the board for safety, vibration, noise, light, and economic potential adverse effects on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of KIAA Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby was elected to Chair of the Board.  Ed Pluimer was re-elected as Treasurer.  Larry Moran was elected Vice Chair, to help oversee that transition of the position of Chair to Jeanette.  Shawn Smith was re-elected to Secretary.  The website will be updated by Jean Deatrich to reflect the officers for the next annual period.  It was noted that new members will be needed to continue the work of the board as some members have served for several terms and new resident participation is needed for succession planning.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2015 KIAA 4<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA had its 4<sup>th</sup> annual gathering on May 5<sup>th</sup> in Downtown Kenwood, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">In attendance were the KIAA board, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene, MPRB Anita Tabb, Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, 8 serving board members up for re-election, and approximately 80 neighbors.</p>\r\nThe gathering began at 6PM. The weather was great and everyone enjoyed complimentary Red Wagon Pizza and beverages provided by KIAA. Janet Hallaway from The Bridge for Youth was available to answer questions regarding her organization and to take donations. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM. He stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year: SWLRT work including work on the CAC and mitigation of potential adverse effects to the neighborhood, support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Movies in the Park, Kenwood Carnival, and the Skating Party. He also introduced Matt Spies, who leads the subcommittee working to address concerns over East Cedar Lake “Hidden” Beach. Angie Erdrich gave an update on the Raingarden to be constructed at Kenwood Corner in August 2015.\r\n\r\nLarry introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to himself: Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Ed Pluimer, and Shawn Smith. Larry made the motion for re-election, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood. If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us. If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> April 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">The KIAA Board met April 6, 2015, at Kenwood Rec Center.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Board Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Others present: Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and other Kenwood residents</p>\r\n\r\n<h1><strong>7th Ward Update - City Council Member Lisa Goodman </strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping on most north/south streets will be the week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; east/west streets and the remaining north/south streets will be the week of April 20<sup>th</sup>. Yard waste pickup begins week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; use compostable bags or yard waste containers.</li>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be on Wednesday April 29<sup>th</sup>. Olga Viso, Executive Director of the Walker Art Center, will give an in-depth look at the Walker’s $75 million renovation plans, including the Sculpture Garden and improvements to the hill and along Vineland Place. As usual, please arrive between 11:30 - 11:45 am to get lunch and a seat for the program.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa Goodman is also arranging a visit to the Minneapolis Emergency Operations Center the week of May 4<sup>th</sup> for interested residents. The Center was moved to Fridley and improved after the 35W bridge collapse. Space will be limited. Notice will be sent to anyone who is signed up for her regular notices by email. (Email her office if you would like to be added to her distribution list.)</li>\r\n	<li>Some qualified residents of CIDNA and Lowry Hill have volunteered to be on the Kenilworth Station Art and Landscape Committee that will look at station area design for some of the Minneapolis Southwest Light Rail stations. Selections will be made soon; contact Lisa Goodman’s office if anyone else is interested. KIAA expressed the strong interest in having this committee consider ways that the presence of a station could have a positive impact on problems at East Cedar Lake beach. Lisa Goodman thinks the committee will be focused only on the station design.</li>\r\n	<li>The owners of 1800 Lake/Knox project have stopped pumping water from the basement of the building into Lake Calhoun in accordance with the consent decree.</li>\r\n	<li>The City’s composting program has started; organics can be taken to drop-off sites listed at <a href=\"http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996\">http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996</a>. One of the drop-off sites is the South Transfer Station, 2850 20th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55407. Organics pick up will start in April 2016 for the Kenwood neighborhood. Homeowners will be charged for the service whether they sign up for pick up or not.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The East Cedar Lake Beach KIAA subcommittee recently met and also conducted an online survey. Survey results will be posted on NextDoor; there was interest in log-rolling, which could be once/week in partnership with the maker of synthetic logs who lives in the area, as well as point-to-point swimming across Cedar Lake. The Park Board indicated that they would be supportive of this swimming by providing a lifeguard and allowing this activity, which normally is prohibited.</li>\r\n	<li>The subcommittee discussed that the Park Police are best situated to determine when to deploy extra policing funded by KIAA. Josine Peters introduced a resolution to allocate an additional $3,000 (when added to the previously approved $5,000, for a total of $8,000) of remaining KIAA NRP funds to the Police Buy-Back contract with the City. Jack Levi seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Another idea for positive programming at the Beach is a canoe paddle derby. Jeanette Colby has confirmed the details for one KIAA-sponsored event for all ages: the Open Eye Figure Theatre Driveway Tour will be on Friday, June 5th at 7 p.m. at East Cedar Lake Beach. Residents are invited to picnic and enjoy an innovative puppet show. Jeanette Colby introduced a resolution approving $400 for the event; Kathy Low seconded and it passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Long-term solutions to the problems at the Beach were also discussed at the subcommitee’s recent meeting. Some of the Park Board’s ideas to be considered in the future include fixing up trails and constructing restrooms. <strong>The</strong> suggestion that a CAC be formed as a forum for discussing these kinds of changes was met with enthusiasm.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>SWLRT Discussion - Kathy Low</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy provided an update on the 106 review (environmental review process re: adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties in the neighborhood). KIAA continues to use the PVN consulting firm to assist in our role as consulting party in this process. Kathy proposed a resolution to approve a contract with PVN for 2015 and to add $2,000 to the contract with the City using Neighborhood Priority Plan funds to cover this cost. The consultant will discuss with KIAA what scope of work is requested for each future meeting. It is possible that CIDNA will share in the cost of the consultant’s time to prepare and attend meetings<strong>.</strong> The motion was seconded and carried unanimously. Kathy will attend the next 106 meeting on April 22<sup>nd</sup> and KIAA will seek a new representative for future meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>KIAA Annual Gathering – Angie Erdrich, Ed Pluimer</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> outside the downtown Kenwood businesses on West 21<sup>st</sup> Street beginning at 6 pm. BeARTrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Ed proposed a resolution to allocate $100 each to help with expenses those two businesses will incur as well as funds to cover other KIAA expenses for supplies for the event. Kathy Low seconded and the resolution passed unanimously. Delicious individually-prepared pizza will be prepared on site by Red Wagon Pizza. There will be a brief presentation by Chair Larry Moran at 6:30 describing KIAA activities. The 2015-2016 KIAA board will then be elected: new board members are needed and encouraged to attend. Last year was a huge success and all residents are welcome. Donations to the Bridge for Youth will be accepted.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:25 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, May 4th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on 21<sup>st</sup> Street in front of the Kenwood businesses as described above. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident in each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kiaa55405@gmail.com.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met March 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee), Dr. Eric Larson, and 6 other attendees and neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>No Update this month</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto provided an update on how KIAA funding was utilized in the summer of 2014 beach season. A total of 93 hours were utilized by park police for a budget cost of $6084, over the authorization of $5000 by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Most offenses at ECLB are due to narcotics and alcohol. Submitted for the minutes was a 10 year recap of police reports. 2014 had 101 reports written (not necessarily arrests)</li>\r\n	<li>Chief would like to continue to have “buy back” patrols in 2015 and to have funding in place before June for proactive presence at the beach. The Chief’s recommendation was to have an officer present from 11AM till 4PM on scheduled days (from buy back funding), so as not to double up coverage that is regularly scheduled after 2PM till 10PM, based on availability. He also recommended the board reach out to the 5<sup>th</sup> Precinct City Attorney for partnership in increasing awareness of repeat offenders. Further, to reach out to Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams for support.</li>\r\n	<li>Preceding the recommendation of the Hidden Beach task force, which will be provided to KIAA later in March, Jeanette Colby made a motion to authorize $5000 initially pending the recommendation of the committee (to be finalized March 17<sup>th</sup> at the rec center at 6:30, public welcome) and to be revisited at a later date in case extra funding is needed due to ideas that come from the task force. Josine Peters seconded. Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Larry Moran provided an update from the Community Advisory Committee meeting (Jody Strakosch is the neighborhood CAC representative), which occurs the last Tuesday of each month. Topics included Development Reviews, Community Works, and Design and Engineering. The primary issue was the SDEIS which will be delayed until late Spring or early summer, or later. This is important as SDEIS would speak to the environmental impact of co-location of freight and LRT in the Kenilworth Corridor with a single tunnel. Once complete, the public will have a 45 day period to comment.</li>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low provided an update on the 106 review (adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties). In December, KIAA sent a letter outlining concerns on this topic. MnDot agreed to expedite traffic studies to assess impact of project. It remains unclear what, if any, mitigation will be done to mitigate potential adverse impacts on historic properties. Motion carried unanimously for Kathy Low to send the letter regarding KIAA position on the channel. Motion also carried unanimously to authorize an additional $500 to pay the consultants PVN to help KIAA prepare a response letter to the most recent 106 consultation meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>Dr. Eric Larson, neighbor, addressed the board regarding the transportation of flammable liquids through the Kenilworth Corridor alongside SWLRT. He sent a letter to Fire Chief Fruetel asking him to explore the inherent danger of, and a plan to manage and mitigate the damage in the event of a spill or fire resulting from an ethanol train accident. Construction of the shallow tunnel will occur 12 feet from the freight rail track. Motion carried unanimously to endorse the letter.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn Smith made a motion to update, sign on behalf of KIAA, and send a letter to Senator Dibble recapping the discussion on outstanding questions on SWLRT from the last two meetings, to outline where information is needed and outstanding concerns that are not addressed. Seconded by Josine, carried unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Sculpture Garden Renovation – Josine Peters (minutes addendum)</h1>\r\n<strong>Statement:</strong>\r\n\r\nAs part of the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden renovation, the Walker Art Center will temporarily remove most sculptures. Many will be in storage, but others will be on short- or long-term loan to a number of Twin Cities institutions so that the public can still enjoy them during the construction project. The Walker is still in conversation with these potential partners and is identifying particular works for relocation. No official decisions have been made.\r\n\r\nOne thing we know for certain is that the Frank Gehry <em>Standing Fish</em> will be relocated from the Cowles Conservatory in order to reimagine that particular space. A formal announcement will be made in early 2015 announcing the relocation of specific artworks and their locations.\r\n\r\nMore information can be found on Minneapolisparks.org. Search under “current projects”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Carnival</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Motion carried unanimously to authorize $750 Kenwood Carnival.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> in front of the Kenwood Restaurant, 6-7:30. BeArtrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Food will be Red Wagon Pizza. New prospective board members are welcome. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Volunteers are Needed for Earth Day Cleanup.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meet on Saturday, April 25<sup>th</sup> at the Kenwood Rec Center. 9:30-noon. More info to come in April.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>February 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met February 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; 4 neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1>Lunch with Lisa on Feb 25<sup>th</sup> and the topic is TBD at the time of this meeting. There will be a communication shortly to provide interested residents the time, place and topic. The last lunch was well attended with a speaker from the Youth Homelessness Initiative.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There is a wrecking permit pulled for a residence at 2536 Upton S for a replacement house.</li>\r\n	<li>Property valuation notices for 2015 have been mailed to residents. If residents would like to have a review for equalization of their property value, it must be done at this time. If you believe your property is not correctly assessed, please refer to the City of Minneapolis website for instructions. You will need to pull your own comparative properties and submit an application for review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update, Section 106 Review (potential affects of SWLRT on historic properties) – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that the next SWLRT section 106 consultation meeting is 2/6. KIAA will attend the meeting along with the other consulting parties; SWLRT project staff, the State Historic Preservation Office, City of Minneapolis, the Park Board, CIDNA, and others. This meeting concerns solely the impact on the historical Kenilworth Channel crossing. Adverse effects on neighborhood historic properties from construction as well as operation of the trains and related traffic will continue to be the top focus of KIAA at future 106 meetings. Jeanette Colby motioned to approve $500 for the KIAA retained consultants Preservation Design Works to attend the meeting, Josine Peters seconded. The motion was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a follow up discussion led by Larry Moran regarding the need for specifics from the SW Project office for what to expect in 2015 on the project to be able to inform residents and how best to obtain that information. Suggestions that were made would be finalized after the meeting as a follow up but included contacting representatives to request their attention to any concerns that are not being addressed.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Larry Moran</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA task force is continuing to work on solutions for the 2015 beach season. The importance of continuity was stressed for a neighborhood strategy to address neighborhood concerns regarding the beach. If KIAA funds extra park police patrols in 2015, KIAA would work with funding recipients to align on how the money would be spent, and would look to include Chief Ohotto and Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams in the conversations. Jack Levi to follow up with Kathy Williams for an update from the task force on long term strategies and next steps.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> January 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 5, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Vice Chair Mike Bono called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; Dan Pennie, Anne Carayon, Dylan Thomas (SW Journal), Jean Deatrick (Hill and Lakes Press), Bruce Brunner, Donna Minter, Jody Strakosch\r\n\r\n7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman\r\n<h1><em> </em>Lunch with Lisa on Jan 28<sup>th</sup> will feature a Youth Homelessness speaker. RSVP to Lisa’s office is appreciated.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>SWLRT. There will be CIDNA, KIAA, Bryn Mawr, and Cedar Lake Park Association representation on committees regarding the W 21<sup>st</sup> St and Penn Ave stations. The city is seeking individuals with landscape architecture experience to serve on the committees and give input on environmental mitigation and remediation strategies.</li>\r\n	<li>A CIDNA homeowner described damage to homes on Sunset Blvd from the recent Met Council sewer reconstruction project. The Met Council and its contractor have not satisfactorily addressed the homeowners’ property damage claims according to the testimonial. Kathy Low brought forth a resolution for discussion, similar to one recently passed by CIDNA, requesting that the Met Council revise processes to resolve damage disputes and compensate property owners who suffer damage due to Met Council projects, especially in light of the proposed SWLRT construction. Discussion on how to engage state and city leadership is an issue that is common to neighborhoods at risk of damage by construction, for the agenda of a January 21<sup>st</sup> meeting. Kathy Low moved for approval of the resolution. Jeanette Colby seconded. Unanimously passed and final version was published to KIAA post-meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that on 1/7 the Park Board will vote on two resolutions – 1) request approval of funding to complete a study of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel for SWLRT 2) a letter to the FTA stating that input from the Park Board has not been duly considered (note: the Park Board subsequently voted to approve these motions in the 1/7 meeting). In the board’s materials for discussion is the KIAA Section 106 letter (which is in regard to the adverse effects of construction on historic districts or properties). This letter was approved between KIAA monthly meetings. There was a general discussion regarding upcoming opportunities for neighborhood input, potentially coordinating input with CIDNA and Cedar Lake Park Association, and the reliability of the funding for above mentioned mitigation strategies.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Property Resolution – Kathy Low</h1>\r\nHidden Beach Committee\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike Bono surfaced the discussion of the formation of a KIAA committee to proactively handle concerns for Hidden Beach. The committee chair description was developed by Chair Larry Moran prior to the meeting and was reviewed by the board members present. Angie Erdrich offered to get input on the draft description from Kathy Williams and the Hidden Beach committee she chairs currently.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nKIAA Annual Gathering\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The date of the Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. Preparations are underway and more details are to come. All neighbors are encouraged to join in the annual celebration of our neighborhood, and participate in the election of the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nRain Gardens\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich shared that 20 residents had applied for raingardens. A huge win for the</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>The Rain Garden grant is through Metro Blooms.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Addendum:</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The City of Minneapolis Public Works Department, after consultation with the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board, is working with a contractor to install a temporary diversion of the stormwater system from an outfall pipe in the Lagoon (between Lake of the Isles and Lake Calhoun) to the north shoreline of Lake Calhoun.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWork on the installation begain last week and is expected to be completed by January 16.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Mike Bono at 8:39 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<table width=\"640\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"9\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"4\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n&nbsp;','KIAA_archive_0ct02_2017','','inherit','closed','closed','','1600-revision-3','','','2017-10-02 12:38:27','2017-10-02 17:38:27','',1600,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/10/02/1600-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(1338,2,'2016-04-08 16:27:08','2016-04-08 21:27:08','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2015 meetings will be held on July 6, September 14, October 5, November 2, and December 7.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-137','','','2016-04-08 16:27:08','2016-04-08 21:27:08','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2016/04/08/240-revision-137/',0,'revision','',0),(1343,2,'2016-06-04 13:28:47','2016-06-04 18:28:47','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2016 meetings will be held on June 6, July 11, September 12, October 3, November 7, and December 5.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-139','','','2016-06-04 13:28:47','2016-06-04 18:28:47','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2016/06/04/240-revision-139/',0,'revision','',0),(1341,2,'2016-06-04 13:20:04','2016-06-04 18:20:04','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2015 meetings will be held on July 6, September 14, October 5, November 2, and December 7.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-138','','','2016-06-04 13:20:04','2016-06-04 18:20:04','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2016/06/04/240-revision-138/',0,'revision','',0),(1402,2,'2017-01-21 13:27:06','2017-01-21 19:27:06','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2016 meetings will be held on June 6, July 11, September 12, October 3, November 7, and December 5.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-146','','','2017-01-21 13:27:06','2017-01-21 19:27:06','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/01/21/240-revision-146/',0,'revision','',0),(1302,2,'2015-10-19 17:27:43','2015-10-19 22:27:43','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2015 meetings will be held on July 6, September 14, October 5, November 2, and December 7.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-135','','','2015-10-19 17:27:43','2015-10-19 22:27:43','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2015/10/19/240-revision-135/',0,'revision','',0),(1621,2,'2017-09-28 16:17:41','2017-09-28 21:17:41','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2017 meetings continue on October 2, November 6, and December 4.\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-170','','','2017-09-28 16:17:41','2017-09-28 21:17:41','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/09/28/240-revision-170/',0,'revision','',0),(1627,2,'2017-11-05 17:12:14','2017-11-05 23:12:14','<strong>Kenwood Neighborhood News</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood-Isles Area Association</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> Monthly Board of Directors Meeting</strong>\r\n<strong> November 6<sup>th</sup>, 2017, 6/7:00 pm</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>6:30      Closed Meeting</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>7:00      Welcome, Approval of the Agenda                                         Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>7:05      City of Minneapolis Update                                                CM Lisa Goodman </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>  </strong><strong>7:30      KIAA Contractor Discussion                                                                All</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>                        NRP/CPP</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>                        KIAA Website/Communication</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>                        Neighborhood Programming</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>7:50      Annual Gathering Food Option, </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>               Community Oven Association                                                  Rico Morales</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>8:00      NRP/CPP Allocation Discussion                                                   Shawn</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>8:20     Warming Hut Funding Request                                                      Shawn</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>8:30     Adjourn                                                                                                        All</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>KIAA Board Priorities 2017-2018     (standing topic and reminder)                                    </strong>\r\n\r\n-       <strong>Address Southwest Light Rail Issues</strong>\r\n\r\n-       <strong>Protect our Lakes/Parks/Environment</strong>\r\n\r\n-       <strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Safety</strong>\r\n\r\n-       <strong>Support Kenwood Rec Center, School, and Neighborhood Events</strong>\r\n\r\n-       <strong>Contract consultant to assist with communication/compliance</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>Action Between Meetings</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><strong>Submitted $80 to EIRA to reimburse for September Ward 7 Forum</strong></li>\r\n</ul>','Kenwood News','','publish','closed','closed','','kenwood-news','','','2017-11-05 17:12:14','2017-11-05 23:12:14','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?p=1627',0,'post','',0),(1623,2,'2017-12-08 10:15:54','2017-12-08 16:15:54','Dear Neighbors:\r\n\r\nThe KIAA Board works on issues affecting Kenwood residents. Our priorities today align to our NRP/CPP priorities, which are listed below.  We invite your input and involvement in any of these issues and we are glad to hear from you.  And, we invite you to attend our monthly board meetings, volunteer to be part of the board, or work on a committee that might be of interest to you.  Our board is working hard to keep the quality of life in our neighborhood high.  Another current focus is on our website so that it has timely and useful information for you.  Thank you for your patience as we work on this.\r\n\r\nThank you for making Kenwood your home!\r\n\r\nBest regards,\r\n\r\nShawn Smith\r\n\r\nKIAA Chair','Message from the Chair','','publish','closed','closed','','message-from-the-chair-2','','','2017-12-08 10:52:03','2017-12-08 16:52:03','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?p=1623',0,'post','',0),(1625,2,'2017-10-14 12:17:39','2017-10-14 17:17:39','','Message from the Chair','','inherit','closed','closed','','1623-revision','','','2017-10-14 12:17:39','2017-10-14 17:17:39','',1623,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/10/14/1623-revision/',0,'revision','',0),(1645,2,'2017-12-08 10:49:42','2017-12-08 16:49:42','Dear Neighbors:\r\n\r\nThe KIAA Board works on issues affecting Kenwood residents. Our priorities today align to our NRP/CPP priorities, which are listed below.  We invite your input and involvement in any of these issues and we are glad to hear from you.  And, we invite you to attend our monthly board meetings, volunteer to be part of the board, or work on a committee that might be of interest to you.  Our board is working hard to keep the quality of life in our neighborhood high.  Another current focus is on our website so that it has timely and useful information for you.  Thank you for your patience as we work on this.\r\n\r\nThank you for making Kenwood your home!\r\n\r\nBest regards,\r\n\r\nShawn Smith\r\n\r\nKIAA Chair','Message from the Chair','','inherit','closed','closed','','1623-autosave','','','2017-12-08 10:49:42','2017-12-08 16:49:42','',1623,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/12/08/1623-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(1626,2,'2017-10-14 12:08:41','2017-10-14 17:08:41','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2017 meetings continue on October 2, November 6, and December 4.\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-171','','','2017-10-14 12:08:41','2017-10-14 17:08:41','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/10/14/240-revision-171/',0,'revision','',0);
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (1607,1,'2017-12-13 11:44:25','2017-12-13 17:44:25','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(click on a topic below to view)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#what\">What is KIAA?</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#message\">Message from KIAA Chair</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#listing\">Listing of Board Members</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#join\">Join a Committee</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#support\">Support Our Neighborhood</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#minutes\">KIAA Board Meeting Minutes</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Bylaws_2011.pdf\">KIAA bylaws (click for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-EEO-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA EEO Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-ADA-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA ADA Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/KIAA-Grievance-Procedure1.docx\">KIAA Grievance Procedure</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"what\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>What is KIAA ?</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Isles Area Association</strong> <strong></strong>is a volunteer organization of Kenwood residents who, since 1962, have worked together in a collaborative effort to address issues and matters related to maintaining and improving the quality of life in our neighborhood. The neighborhood-elected Board of Directors generally meets the 1st Monday of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. These meetings are open to the public. The topics of discussion include:\r\n\r\nA City Council update from Lisa Goodman, our City Council representative\r\n\r\nA Treasurer’s report\r\n\r\nCommittee updates\r\n\r\nOther neighborhood updates/news\r\n\r\nWe invite you to attend our meetings and to become involved in the neighborhood by joining the Board or serving on one of our committees: Communications, Crime and Safety, Events/Special Projects, Light Rail Transit (LRT), Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP), and Zoning.\r\n\r\nWe also invite you to participate in our neighborhood events which include:\r\n\r\nThe City of Lakes Loppet and neighborhood skating party in late January/early February\r\n\r\nOur annual neighborhood meeting in May\r\n\r\nSpecial events in Kenwood Park during the summer\r\n\r\nThe Twin Cities Marathon in early October.\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA Mission Statement</strong> – To build a strong community in the Kenwood-Isles area by providing leadership, information on local matters, and a forum for issues resolution.\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Mascot</strong>, Egret (Why the Egret you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Color</strong>, Red (Why red you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\"><img title=\"egret-red\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"448\" height=\"261\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"listing\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Shawn Smith (Chair)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Larry Moran (Vice Chair) </strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Jack Levi (Secretary)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:jack@levicapital.com\">jack@levicapital.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Matthew Spies (Treasurer)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>matthew.spies@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Michael Bono</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:mbono@brocade.com\">mbono@brocade.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Mark Brown</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:pluim2020@aol.com\">M</a>ark@AcceleratedInnovations.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong><a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><a href=\"mailto:angie_sandeep@yahoo.com\">angie_sandeep@yahoo.c</a>om\r\n\r\n<strong>Carl Goldstein</strong>\r\n\r\ncarl@wordsonfire.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Kyle Leier</strong>\r\n\r\nKyleier@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeremy Nichols</strong>\r\n\r\njsn@umn.edu\r\n\r\n<strong>Will Stensrud</strong>\r\n\r\nwillstensrud@gmail.com\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div><strong>Join a Committee</strong> – The <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> would love to have more neighborhood participation on our standing committees. We need your ideas on how to make the <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> even better and more relevant to everyone in the neighborhood. Any one who lives or owns property in the Kenwood neighborhood is eligible to join. If you are interested in participating, please contact any of the committee members listed:</div>\r\n<table width=\"810\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Communications </strong>(Chair is vacant) –This committee works toward better communication among neighbors, KIAA Board members, and other organizations and entities. It also works to promote the Kenwood neighborhood.Responsibilities include:</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Publishing the semi-annual KIAA newsletter and monthly e-newsletter</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the KIAA web site</li>\r\n	<li>Creating/maintaining the neighborhood welcome kit</li>\r\n	<li>Developing communication materials and methods</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the neighborhood e-mail distribution list</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong> Chair is Mark Johnson – <a href=\"mailto:mjruns26@gmail.com\">mjruns26@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee works to promote safety in the Kenwood neighborhood.Goals include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Keeping the community safe</li>\r\n	<li>Educating residents about safety issues</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating information about crimes in the area in a timely and accurate manner</li>\r\n	<li>Recruiting block leaders</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining a relationship with the Minneapolis Police Dept. and Crime Prevention Specialist</li>\r\n	<li>For more information or to subscribe to the quarterly e-newsletter for our precinct (the 5th) visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>or text SPOTLIGHT to 22828.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Events/Special Projects</strong> Chair is Amy Lucas – <a href=\"mailto:amylucas@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">amymlucas@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee plans neighborhood events and works with the Kenwood Recreation Center staff and other neighborhood associations to co-sponsor events. It also addresses issues of current interest to neighborhood residents and ensures KIAA representation on community task forces.Some of the annual events coordinated by this committee are:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Skating party</li>\r\n	<li>Earth day/community cleanup day</li>\r\n	<li>Neighborhood Annual Meeting</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>LRT</strong> Chair is Jeanette Colby – <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\" target=\"_blank\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\nHennepin County and the Met Council are planning a light rail line (SWLRT) between Eden Prairie and downtown Minneapolis that would run along the Kenilworth Trail through the Kenwood neighborhood. KIAA has taken an active role in advocating for high design standards and mitigation that protect our parks and neighborhood.Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Attending community meetings</li>\r\n	<li>Drafting resolutions</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with the KIAA Board and neighbors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong></strong><strong>NRP </strong>Chair position is vacant\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as liaison with the Minneapolis Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) and with the new Minneapolis Neighborhood &amp; Community Relations (NCR) Department.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Management of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Solicitation of neighborhood projects to be recipients of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Completion of required paperwork</li>\r\n	<li>Development and implementation of our NRP Phase II plan</li>\r\n	<li>Communication with NRP staff and neighborhood activists citywide regarding NRP matters</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and written materials required by new Minneapolis NCR Department</li>\r\n	<li>Frequent updates regarding NRP and Minneapolis NCR/NCEC matters at KIAA Board meetings</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Zoning</strong> Chair is Larry Moran – <a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as the liaison between neighborhood homeowners seeking variances or conditional use permits and the KIAA Board.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Responding to neighbor’s questions regarding neighborhood zoning rules</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating the variance or conditional use permit process to neighbors</li>\r\n	<li>Meeting with neighbors to review any variance or conditional use permit requests</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with Minneapolis zoning and planning officials</li>\r\n	<li>Presenting requests for variances or conditional use permits to the KIAA Board</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"support\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Support Our Neighborhood – </strong>Your membership helps<strong> KIAA</strong> support neighborhood projects and events. Click on the link below to download a PDF of the membership form, then print out the form:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?attachment_id=113\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-113\">KIAA_Membership form (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform.gif\"><img title=\"KIAA Membership Form\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform-150x150.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>December 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met on 12/04/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Carl Goldstein, Jeremy Nichols, Mark Brown.\r\n\r\nAbsent: Kyle Leier, Mike Bono\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe financial report was added to the agenda at the beginning of the meeting.\r\n\r\nThe Agenda was approved unanimously.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong><strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWednesday, December 6 was the last opportunity to provide public testimony for the City of Minneapolis’ budget.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lisa commented that due to the larger tax base, many homeowners did not see an increase this year.  However, other wards saw increases based on the appreciation of the value of their homes</li>\r\n	<li>“Later with Lisa” will meet on December 18, 2017 between 5:30 and 7:30 at the Historic Normandy Inn.</li>\r\n	<li>The renovation of the warming house on Lake of the Isles is proceeding.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>Reading Partners – Kari Heistad</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nReading Partners is a non profit organization that addresses illiteracy in schools. This effort started 3 years ago and they are currently in 13 schools in Minnesota, mostly in the metro area. For more information, please go to: readingpartners.org\r\n\r\nThe non profit is looking for volunteers and also hoping to spread the word about the program.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>NRP/CPP</strong><strong> – Shawn Smith:</strong><strong></strong>\r\n\r\nThe contract for the years 2017-2019 was approved by the City of Minneapolis. KIAA is now waiting for the funds to come through before reimbursements can be executed.\r\n\r\nChair Shawn talked about the continuing challenges for hiring a bookkeeper and communication contract person. The main challenge is the difference skill sets required for bookkeeping and communication. The idea of hiring two people is contemplated. Matt offered to do the bookkeeping for the next 3-6 months until a suitable person is found. KIAA placed public notice in Next Door as well as Hill and Lakes Press to solicit interest.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hidden Beach planning ideas – Will Stensrud</strong>\r\n\r\nWill proposed to turn a section of the beach into an amphitheater for music and theater events; Will is also suggesting a solar generator at the beach to run the equipment associated with an amphitheater.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:33 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on January 8, 2018, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong><strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> November 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Prior to the public meeting, at 6:30pm, a closed pre-meeting was held where the current contractor/consultant role and candidates were discussed.  No recommendation was made to the full board.</p>\r\n Also, a motion to approve up to $75 for cookies for the winter ice skating party on Lake of the Isles was approved between meetings by email on 11/1/2017.\r\n\r\nKIAA Board met on 11/06/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Mike Bono, Carl Goldstein, Jeremy Nichols, Mark Brown.\r\n\r\nAbsent: Kyle Leier\r\n\r\nThe Agenda was approved unanimously\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong><strong></strong>\r\n\r\nStreet sweeping is ongoing; please remind neighbors not to rake the leaves from their yard to the curb. The last day for yard waste is Tuesday 11/14/17.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Allina now is making grants available for their Neighborhood Health Connection program; KIAA falls into the category that makes it eligible for this grant and may want to apply to support East Cedar Beach activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Wednesday, November 29 is the date for the City of Minneapolis budget hearing for 2018 at the City Council meeting; please call in advance if you want to come to the meeting to provide public testimony.</li>\r\n	<li>A short term rental ordinance is forthcoming. It would apply to Airbnb or anyone who wants to rent their homes; if the sharing economy is the future, it must be fairly regulated. The regulation is summarized as follows:  If you live in your house, there is no limit as to how many rooms you can rent and you pay no fee. If you don’t live in the house, but you are there sometimes you pay a fee of $46/year. If you don’t live in the house and renting it, the property must be registered and a rental license is necessary.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Community Oven –</strong><strong> Rico Morales, Angie Erdrich</strong><strong></strong>\r\n\r\nKingfield built a community oven and they keep it on the grounds of the communities’ Center for Performing Arts Building; the purpose of this oven is to foster community building. It has been successful. Rico, who is behind the Kingfield project is suggesting that KIAA could have a temporary oven (one that can be assembled and then dismantled) to reduce the food expense for KIAA’s annual meeting. However, this still puts the burden of the food as well as the labor to install and cook, on KIAA. After considering this possibility, KIAA does not believe that this is a viable option.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Warming House on Lake of the Isles – Shawn Smith:</strong><strong></strong>\r\n\r\nA committee of East Isles Residents’ Association is advancing a project to renovate and “refresh” the Lake of the Isles warming house. They would use about $25,000 in NRP funds to paint, install a new metal roof, and replace windows and doors.  EIRA’s budget is not enough to fund other improvements, such as new carpeting or outdoor decking.  These would bring the total cost of renovation to $39,950.  EIRA approached KIAA to ask if KIAA would consider funding part of these expenses.\r\n\r\nJeanette clarified that this is not the same project that had been presented to KIAA earlier; that planning group was not part of the EIRA group.  The EIRA proposal is not a replacement of the warming house and does not address all the current structure’s problems, such as the large expense of moving the building into place, removing and storing it.  The EIRA design had not been shared with any other neighborhood, but a meeting was to be held on November 8th for anyone interested.\r\n\r\nShawn and Larry pointed out the this is a Park Board asset and should be maintained by the Park Board, especially since a significant tax increase passed last year to maintain and improve park properties.  It was decided that KIAA is not in a position to fund these expenses.\r\n\r\n<strong>NRP/CPP</strong><strong> – Shawn Smith:</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey and subsequent planning, Shawn Smith and Matt Spies recommended the following allocation for KIAA’s priorities:\r\n\r\nSWLRT mitigation $900\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Beach activities including police spending $5,000\r\n\r\nLakes of the Isles landscaping or improvements $2,000\r\n\r\nKenwood Park, Kenwood school $3,000\r\n\r\nKIAA communications and stipends, $10,000\r\n\r\nThe board voted and approved this allocation unanimously.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFollowing the November meeting, on 11/14/2017, Chair Smith sent an email stating that KIAA has now officially filed its NRP/CPP stemming from our discussion at our November meeting.  We are all set for the 2017-2019 \"triennium\".\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOctober 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 10/02/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors that are present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Mike Bono, Carl Goldstein, Jeremy Nichols\r\n\r\nAbsent: Kyle Leier, Jeanette Colby, Mark Brown\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>October 25 is Lunch with Lisa at noon at St Thomas Opus Hall, in room 202. The head of the Super Bowl committee will be there to talk about family events during the Super Bowl.</li>\r\n	<li>October street sweeping: Starts October 16 and will last four weeks</li>\r\n	<li>1988 Sheridan will be applying for a variance for an addition to the existing home</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting for the November 7 elections has started for \"City Municipal\" elections for Mayor, City Council, Park Board, and Board of Estimate and Taxation</li>\r\n	<li>City of Minneapolis exceeds $1billion in permits for 2017; this number excludes the stadium.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Budget – Matt Spies, Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn learned about regulations concerning CPP funds from the City of Minneapolis.  They need to be identified as part of the NRP funding application.  The board approved proactively allocating the money in the next three year cycle vs having a public notice and 21 day waiting period any time monies would be allocated.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn spoke to Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto and asked for his perspective on the 95 police reports written in 2017; even though this number is higher than 2016, the Chief found this not alarming because in 2017 they were watching the beach more carefully, including observing activities from a distance with binoculars and that extra surveillance drove the increase. KIAA allocated $5000 for the 2017 season for extra police hours, of which $2820 was used.</li>\r\n	<li>The Board emphasized the importance of starting the patrols early in 2018 in order to establish a presence early to have a safe start to the 2018 beach season.</li>\r\n	<li>The KIAA annual meeting food expenses are not reimbursable by the City. Matt is in favor of reducing food expenses for the KIAA annual meeting and to put more effort, throughout the year, towards raising more money for expenses not reimbursable by the City.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Community Oven – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\nKingfield built a community oven and they keep it on the ground of the communities’ Arts Building; the purpose of this oven is to foster community building and it has been successful. KIAA is considering a temporary oven to be used at the annual gathering to reduce food expense.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>Will Stensrud</strong>:\r\n\r\nThe portable saunas from the “612 Sauna Society” are set to go on the 21st, 22nd, 28<sup>th</sup> and 29th of October at Hidden Beach. They will be open 3 sessions each of those evenings; each session will accommodate 8 reservations online. The cost is $20 for a spot.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hidden Beach – Will Stensrud: </strong>\r\n\r\nWill has had conversations with Keith Prussing regarding a concert at Hidden Beach; Keith is in support of live acoustic music at the beach in 2018. The aim is to have 100-150 people attending.\r\n\r\nRandolph Findley of the Shakespeare production Company has agreed to have some of the productions for the summer of 2018 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nWill is looking at scheduling a committee meeting; the committee currently consists of Mark Brown, Matt Spies and Will Stensrud.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>Community Communications – Shawn Smith:</strong>\r\n\r\nKIAA current has a paid consultant to manage the KIAA newsletter, the website, and other communications.  The annual stipend is $5000.  As the current consultant contract has expired, KIAA is opening up a search for any interested individuals to apply.  Please email Chair Shawn Smith at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> by October 23rd if interested in applying.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on November 6, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>September 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKIAA Board met on 9/12/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Angie Erdrich, Kyle Leier, Will Stensrud. Directors absent: Mike Bono, Carl Goldstein, Mark Brown, Jeremy Nichols.  Also present: Councilmember Lisa Goodman, Jake Warner, Jean Deatrick.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the “60% design review regarding Peavey Plaza”. One of the decisions made so far is that there will be no public restrooms at the Plaza, but the MN Orchestra will be providing a restroom for the public.</li>\r\n	<li>In October, the Superbowl committee is giving out $100,000 and organizing lots of kids’ activities.</li>\r\n	<li>October street sweeping: the City is looking at a 4-5 week window. Date for starting has not established yet.</li>\r\n	<li>The Mayor delivered the budget today. Details at: <a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/mayor/news/WCMSP-204780\">http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/mayor/news/WCMSP-204780</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis early voting date is September 22, 2017</li>\r\n	<li>So far, 45,000 households signed up for organic recycling in Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>The Graves Foundation is proposing a facility near Hennepin &amp; Franklin for affordable youth housing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Thrill Kenwood, Clothing Swap &amp; other topics  - Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n\r\nThrill Kenwood will happen again this year, and $2,150 is needed for the budget. Shawn asked that KIAA approve a $750 contribution. The motion was approved by KIAA, unanimously.\r\n\r\nKenwood neighbors have expressed an interest in holding a clothing swap.  Angie Erdrich requested the KIAA sponsor this activity, as it is an opportunity to both support re-use and build community.  It could be held at the Kenwood Rec Center for a $75 room rental fee.  The board unanimously approved a $75 expenditure for this activity. Funding was supported as it ties to KIAA neighborhood priorities to build more neighborhood connections at the Rec Center.\r\n\r\nKIAA approved up to $300 to sponsor a Ward 7 candidate forum.  Funding will come from NRP money where expenses qualify for reimbursement. The forum will be at the St Paul Episcopal church on Sept 28 at 7pm.\r\n\r\nThere is a shortage of election judges this year; everyone is encouraged to apply for the vacancies.\r\n\r\nThere will be a modified grievance policy regarding KIAA and all other neighborhood associations. This means that, if someone objects to the way an association allocates funds, they can bring a grievance. More information on this will be available shortly.\r\n\r\nLouise Erdrich/Birch Bark Books new additional location update: Still being renovated; it will be an extension of the book store; there may be some other social activities there.\r\n\r\nMany neighborhoods do Happy Hour gatherings; should KIAA do something like that? At Bockley Gallery? TBD.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>How to make Cedar Lake a Better Place – Jake (Ron) Werner</strong>\r\n\r\nJake Werner came prepared with a slide presentation to make a case for a more orderly, better groomed area all around Cedar Lake. Jake would like to see funding for a paved path around Cedar Lake and removal of downed trees and invasive Buckthorn. The scope of the Lake goes beyond just Kenwood; it involves two other neighborhoods and therefore coordination with them is important.\r\n\r\nThis discussion arose in the context of ideas for possible structural changes at East Cedar Beach that could lead to a safer and more welcoming environment for everyone.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>Will Stensrud</strong>: The sauna in the application process; it will no longer be a summer-end activity, but the process is on track for a later opening; Will continues to talk to them to see where things are at.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hidden Beach – Jack Levi</strong>\r\n\r\nJack and Will talked about having the Shakespeare in the Park Series at East Cedar Beach (in addition to the existing locations). More ideas for Hidden Beach activities are encouraged and they should be brought to the KIAA board meeting next month for discussion or emailed to Will Stensrud, East Cedar Beach Committee Chair, <a href=\"mailto:willstensrud@gmail.com\">willstensrud@gmail.com</a>.  The East Cedar Beach committee will begin planning for next year this fall, so activities will be ready as soon as the weather warms next spring.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:37 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on October 2, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 7/10/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center<ins cite=\"mailto:Lucas%20Lucas\" datetime=\"2012-07-16T18:56\"></ins></p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Absent:  Mark Brown.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the  “50% design regarding Peavey Plaza”</li>\r\n	<li>The Penn/Oliver reconstruction project continues; the Penn Ave S setback has been approved. You can go to the Penn Oliver website for more information. Hard finish will be before 8/25/17, before school starts</li>\r\n	<li>The home on 2431 W22nd St is a potential teardown: No news yet regarding this property</li>\r\n	<li>Aug 1, 2017 is National Night Out: Permit application is by July 18<sup>th</sup> to avoid $100 fee.</li>\r\n	<li>Kmart on Lake St: The City is thinking about alternative locations for KMart. The City owns the land and building and the lease expires in 2050. Kmart’s demands are currently not acceptable to the City, so there is a deadlock for now on negotiations.</li>\r\n	<li>Regarding the 35W reconstruction: Starting in August, Interstate 35W will be under construction between I-94 in downtown Minneapolis and 46th Street. Bridges across 35W will be repaired or reconstructed.</li>\r\n	<li>The Pirate Mermaid event is on July 15 1-3pm. Need help with pirate booty and lemonade; Jeanette has offered to help.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a photo area for families to take pictures</li>\r\n	<li>Has KIAA done a neighborhood walking tour? Amanda thinks it would be a good idea. She will propose something.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake event – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The family event that took place in June resulted in commotion at the beach. The police presence diminished after that.  Then, another day following this commotion, there was a fight at the beach, followed by confrontation between the beachgoers and the police.  Following these events, KIAA met with the police; Matt sent a memo to the KIAA Board regarding this meeting with the police 2 weeks ago.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding encampments at Hidden Beach (as well as around South Minneapolis).</li>\r\n	<li>Ron wants to go over photos for ideas regarding paths for walking around the Hidden Beach area, as well as other parts of Cedar Lake. KIAA would like to hear his ideas and then form a committee to steer ideas into reality.</li>\r\n	<li>South Cedar Beach will be re-designed as a result of a private donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>John Peterson</strong>\r\n\r\nThis organization makes saunas available by bringing the sauna to the public. It is a mobile sauna 20X8 ft. John was referred to the park board to obtain a permit.\r\n\r\nThe company is now a coop and they are trying to expand. They currently have 141 members.\r\n\r\nJohn would like to do an event in August 2017 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nJeanette raised the issue that beach goers should be invited to make reservations, not just Kenwood residents. In general, the KIAA board that this would support the KIAA objective for positive programming at the beach.\r\n\r\nThe Motion for sauna operation at Hidden Beach by Will was approved by all.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\nMatt gave a KIAA financial report covering current account balances and monthly financial activity.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>2017 Neighborhood Priority Plan– Mike Bono</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe following was approved by the KIAA Board today:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) is participating in the Community Participation Program (CPP) for Minneapolis neighborhood organizations. CPP is a city program designed to give residents and property owners the power to improve or maintain their own neighborhoods and direct city resources to fit their needs.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe goal of Neighborhood Priority Plans is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners. Neighborhood Priority Plans must be developed and adopted through a thorough neighborhood participation process. The plan identifies preliminary neighborhood priorities (as identified by the neighborhood) and potential partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the result of the neighborhood survey, KIAA proposes to use its Community Participation Program funds allocated to the Neighborhood Priority Plan as listed below:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n1) Support community outreach and consulting services related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n2) Provide funding for landscaping around Lake of the Isles and for spreading awareness about preserving Cedar Lake Park.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n3) Provide funding for increased crime prevention and safety activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n4) Support the Kenwood Recreation Center, Kenwood School, and local businesses with funding for programming activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n5) Continue to fund a resource to assist KIAA with its communication efforts.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSpecifically, the proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan would include but no be limited to:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Supporting cooperative efforts with surrounding neighborhoods and organizations to minimize negative impacts on the Kenilworth trail as a result of the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Provide funding to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Continuing annual support of additional police patrols at East Cedar Lake Beach and other crime prevention activities such as increased police patrols in the alleys.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Contracting for part-time help to continue the monthly e-newsletter, and other communication efforts including developments regarding LRT.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Providing funding for educational programming and social activities with Kenwood School</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on September 11, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a>June Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met June 5<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</strong></p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1>Highlights from the KIAA Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Annual Gathering was held on Monday May 8<sup>th</sup> (rain date)</li>\r\n	<li>Total attendees were approximately 100.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2017-2018 board was elected, including 3 new board members (Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein).  Josine Peters stepped down, and we thank her for her service.</li>\r\n	<li>Speakers included Louise Erdrich regarding the renovation of the former Stephen Dean’s Tailors space, and Deb Pilger from MPRB regarding goats at Hidden Beach.  MetroBlooms and Hennepin County Recycling set up information tables.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction utility and roadwork is beginning.  The work will be completed by early fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Lunch with Lisa Field Trip will happen June 21<sup>st</sup> at 11:45AM.  You can choose from an Arts Tour of the Sculpture Garden, or a Hard Hat Tour of The Target Center Renovation.  Please contact Lisa’s office, as space is limited.  The next Lunch with Lisa is in September and will cover the Peavey Plaza renovation.</li>\r\n	<li>The City will not be able to ban plastic bags from grocery stores as originally planned (due to state legislative pre-emption).  The City is exploring other options and strategies to reduce the use of plastic bags.</li>\r\n	<li>Household hazardous waste events are occurring in June, July, and August.  The city will recover or recycle paint, solvents, etc. for free.  The next two are June 23-24 at the Public Works Facility (3607 E 44<sup>th</sup> St), and July 28-29 at Jenny Lind Elementary (5025 Bryant Ave N)</li>\r\n	<li>There was an open discussion on plastic bags, organic composting, downtown crime</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Election of Officers - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board elected officers for the 2017-2018 season, and welcomed three new directors.  The new KIAA board was unanimously approved by vote; Chair:  Shawn Smith.  Vice-Chair:  Larry Moran.  Treasurer:  Matt Spies.  Secretary:  Jack Levi.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nConflict of Interest Policy - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Board approved the KIAA Conflict of Interest Policy by email voting on April 26<sup>th</sup>, 2017.</li>\r\n	<li>Each board member signed the policy which is designed to 1) protect public trust in the integrity of the KIAA-decision making process and 2) to establish the procedures applicable to the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest in the context of transactions or arrangements entered into by KIAA where a member may have a financial interest in or fiduciary responsibility towards an entity with which KIAA is negotiating a transaction or arrangement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that donations in 2017 were down more than 50% vs. 2016.  This needs to be a focus for the upcoming fiscal year.  Jeanette made a motion to approve reimbursements as noted on financial detail.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Oriole Feeding Installations/Prairie Restoration Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie requested reimbursement for $192 to support the installation of the Oriole Feeding Station, to plant new plants in the prairie restoration area and food for the orioles.  The plants are consistent with the strategy as they are part of the natural environment for the prairie and orioles.  The funding was already approved at the April meeting and is under budget so was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Programming– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown and Will Stensruud planned the June 10<sup>th</sup> Family Beach Opener.  Artrageous is hosting activities for kids.  Jeanette moved to approve $300 for food and refreshments and not more than $500.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Summer Solstice Celebration on Wednesday, June 21<sup>st</sup>.  Artrageous is hosting the solstice party and it will be shared via social media.</li>\r\n	<li>Yoga is free to the public (hosted by KIAA) is held every Thursday at 7PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Open water swims start Monday June 19<sup>th</sup>.  Participants must sign up with the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Jim Gilroy Bench Dedication – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA last year lost a beloved board member, Jim Gilroy.  Thanks to the generosity of Kenwood residents, Jim’s friends and family, a bench was purchased in his memory on the Lake of the Isles Walking Path, across from Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church.  On Sunday, June 25<sup>th</sup> (1-5PM) there will be a dedication picnic.  All are welcome to attend to celebrate his life.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Park Board Update – Mark Holtey\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Rec Center will receive a Little Library this month.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Minnesota Zoomobile Presentation Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> at the Kenwood Park Picnic area from 1-1:45PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Movies in the Park at Kenwood Part resumes Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> 15 minutes after dusk.  This month’s showing will be <em>Hidden Figures</em>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on Monday, July 10th, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met April 3<sup>rd</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</strong></p>\r\n<strong> <img title=\"More...\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-includes/js/tinymce/plugins/wordpress/img/trans.gif\" alt=\"\" />Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown, Angie Erdrich, and Matt Spies.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick.</strong>\r\n<h1><strong><em> </em></strong></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction is scheduled to begin within a couple of months. The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting reviewing the project on April 25<sup>th</sup> at 6:30 at the Kenwood Rec Center.  There will be a separate public meeting on the assessment, tentatively scheduled for May 9<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>The April 26<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will host representatives from the Park Board and Walker Sculpture Garden.  They will discuss public art and sculpture, including updates on the Walker.  Please call Lisa’s office to order a lunch in advance ($10).</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping begins April 11. <a href=\"http://www.minneapolis.gov/streetsweeping\">www.minneapolismn.gov/publicworks/streetsweeping</a>.  Please be sure to follow parking restrictions to avoid a ticket.  Yard waste bundles will also be picked up at the same time – place it with recycling for pickup.  Do not sweep into the street as it is damaging to the environment.</li>\r\n	<li>As Backyard Fire season begins, please observe City Rules:  Permitted only 9AM to 10PM, burn only untreated fire wood (no trash), fire must be 25 feet from a structure and in a fire ring.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>I-35W will be under rehabilitation starting Summer 2017-Fall 2021, between 43<sup>rd</sup> St S and 15<sup>th</sup> St.  Please see <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies (Pre-Report)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt pre-reported less than $2500 in expenditures for the month, which included payments for the Hill and Lake Press Annual Sponsorship, down payments for the annual gathering, and board liability insurance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>2552 W Lake of the Isles Variance – Ryan Smith, Tyler Hillger</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Construction on the vacant lot at 2552 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway will require two variances to build as designed:  1) Front Yard Setback.  Due to the curve of the street, the setback rule would place the house in violation.  The variance would allow the setback variance to be consistent with the adjacent homes.  As designed, the front of the home will be behind the front of the original home down in 2004.  2) Terrace Square Footage Maximum.  The planned terrace would be allowable if variance 1 is approved.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA did not make a motion on the variance and requested that the board be kept informed and adjacent neighbors directly engaged by the homeowner.</li>\r\n	<li>If approved by the city, construction would begin late summer 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP and Priority Plan</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to approve the 2016 KIAA CPP Annual Report, which will be submitted to the city.</li>\r\n	<li>Mike presented a Financial Interest and Fiduciary Responsibility conflict of interest policy, now required by Minneapolis, to preserve public trust in the integrity of KIAA decision-making process.  The policy, once signed, will also be posted to the KIAA website.  The policy will be voted on between meetings to allow board members time to review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Will reviewed the proposed budget for the summer of 2017 at $5450, to support programming: Yoga, Log Rolling, June 10 Summer Kickoff Party, BeArtrageous, and a Music Series.  Motions were made to fund June 10<sup>th</sup> Summer Kickoff ($1300), Yoga ($600 for 10 sessions), the June 21<sup>st</sup> Solstice Party ($150), July 15<sup>th</sup> Pirates and Mermaids ($500).  Approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         An additional expenditure of $2000 was proposed to buy a generator to fill a bounce house for weekly events.  Due to liability concerns, the subcommittee was asked to go back and research further prior to a vote on the funding.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering May 1<sup>st</sup> – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Gathering is 6-7:30 at Kenwood Corner</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA board members are requested to sign up for tasks.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.  Current board members were requested to announce their intent to run prior to the next meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project Updates – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn provides updates on this standing topic, the #1 priority for the board per the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey.</li>\r\n	<li>County Transit Improvement Board did not vote unanimously from disbanding, with Dakota County voting against without a larger payout, and Hennepin County against because commissioners knew that CTIB would not disband.  It remains to be seen whether a county sales tax can be implemented to fund the missing state share of $135M</li>\r\n	<li>SWLRT and Bottineau line are not approved for funding in the new proposed federal budget.  84 State legislators signed a letter to Transportation Secretary Chao further requesting that funding be withheld because it did not have legislative support.</li>\r\n	<li>Files are advancing at the state level to remove/increase railroad liability for co-location, block any future light rail transit without state approval, and implement terms and elections to Met Council officials.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is the Annual Gathering on Monday, May 1st, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 6<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mark Brown, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n<h1> The Agenda Was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting held during the month of April, an announcement will be sent out on Next Door.  There will be a public hearing in May regarding the assessment.</li>\r\n	<li>The March 29<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will be an update on Peavey Plaza renovations.</li>\r\n	<li>Unspent and frozen NRP money will be returned to neighborhoods.  Kenwood received $1000 back.  The amount received by Kenwood for NRP was mostly spent in support of our neighborhood priorities.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA donated $750 to support the Kenwood School auction.</li>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the importance of managing the budget on a three-year cycle, tied to the funding cycle from the city.  Also discussed was ensuring that the budget would address reimbursable expenditures vs non-reimbursable expenditures that depend on neighbor contributions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt submitted a proposal to define objectives for the 2017 season, focusing on the implementation of 3 recurring activities such as puppet shows, yoga, log rolling, etc.  Additionally, how to engage the Park Board to implement improvements to the beach prior to SWLRT operations.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to take the lead on planning the programming.  Options will be discussed for future seasons to fund an intern to manage the programming and community outreach.  For 2017, a subcommittee will be formed to develop the action plan and report to the board at the April meeting.  Larry noted that it is important to share the plan at the annual neighborhood gathering on May 1<sup>st</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The gathering is May 1<sup>st</sup>.  Angie put together a to-do and sign up list for tasks that need to be completed to have a successful event.  The biggest issue to finalize is food.  KIAA is exploring different options that can reduce cost.  An option is to identify any neighborhood caterers or restaurant owners to support the event with food.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January Citizens Advisory Council meeting.   The Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District voted unanimously to permit SWLRT for construction through the waters that it manages.  Cedar Lake and the Kenilworth Channel drain into the creek and the Mississippi River, which MCWD manages.</li>\r\n	<li>On March 8<sup>th</sup>, County Transit Improvement Board voted to disband, clearing the way for Hennepin County to implement a 50 cent sales tax to fund SWLRT state share and ongoing operational costs.  However, because Dakota County voted against disbanding, there will be a process to follow where either CTIB will have one county member, or increasing the buyout to the county to gain their vote.</li>\r\n	<li>Full federal funding grant of $900M, if awarded, will happen by the end of June.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates:  Please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 3<sup>rd</sup>, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 6th, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Mark Brown, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Police Chief Ohotto, and 4 other residents.\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\nCity Council Update – Lisa Goodman\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner and contribute 7% of the total budget of $1M.  There will be a large neighborhood meeting held in advance to share details.  Work will be completed prior to fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The February 22<sup>nd</sup> Lunch with Lisa topic is Emergency Preparedness, including natural disasters and pandemic readiness.  Please contact her office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Ward 7 has been prioritized for the City’s Tree Planting Program.  Residents can get information and order trees March 6-12 at <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.  There will be a lottery, and those selected will be notified by March 22.  Trees will have a nominal cost to residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette provided an update on the parking situation in Downtown Kenwood.  She reported that the business owners did not support a KIAA proposed solution to add restrict parking to one side of 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Another possible solution is to clarify the parking signs on Penn Avenue in front of Kenwood School.  One resident from Oliver Ave expressed his concerns on the adverse effect he is experiencing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA dedicated $5000 for police overtime (80 hours of patrols).  2016 had the second lowest number of police reports since the lowest year (2008).</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The Chief continues to recommend a balance of extra patrols with the positive programming that has happened in the last 2 years.  Neighborhood involvement/usage of the beach is also important, vs. solely relying on police patrols.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Jeanette moved to spend $5000 for 2017 continued additional policing, pending the securing of city funding via the Neighborhood Priority Plan contract.  Mike will inform the board once city funding is confirmed.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The party was rescheduled for February 12<sup>th</sup> due to poor ice conditions.  KIAA will still contribute cookies towards the event.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Residents donated $747 last month, most in response to the annual newsletter.  KIAA also received some city reimbursements, totaling $2500.  KIAA appreciates the local funding of the neighborhood residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jean Deatrich has helped Matt mail thank you letters in response to all donations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Letter of Concern over 3020 Kenwood Parkway – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Calhoun-Isles Association is opposing the construction of a Residential High Rise on the Northeast Corner of Lake Calhoun that would possibly violate the Shoreland Overlay District and would certainly be in opposition to local ordinance.  The building would be 59 feet tall and out of character with the surrounding neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed a letter stating KIAA’s position that developers need to respect the overlay district not only for this project/lake but for future projects and other lakes.  This position supports the KIAA Neighborhood Priority of protecting the environment, lakes, and waterways.  The Overlay height restriction exists to protect the lake edge from out of scale development, shading, and wind concentration and a negative human caused impact on the environment.  Larry moved to send the letter, approved unanimously.  A response was received from CM Lisa Bender that it does not violate the Overlay Disctrict but does violate local zoning.  Jeanette is working with the city and C-I Association to clarify.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The annual gathering and board elections are May 1.  Any residents that would like to run for a board position are encouraged to contact KIAA; ssmith288@me.com.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         To reduce costs, new food alternatives will be considered for the annual gathering.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood School Request – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The School requested $750 in funding to be a sponsor of the Kenwood School Auction and Fundraiser.  KIAA supported this request in 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA view is that the funding supports the Neighborhood Priority of supporting robust programming and education our Kenwood School, which not only serves Kenwood children but children from other parts of the city.  Shawn moved to support the funding, unanimously approved.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January CAC meeting.   The Southwest Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that at the State Legislature GOP leadership is challenging that the Met Council will rely on the state to pay 50% of ongoing operating costs for light rail and transit but the state has no voice in which or how many projects are built.  That would mean that there is no elected voice in the regional transit plan and required state funding.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District is meeting on February 23<sup>rd</sup> to vote whether to approve permits for SWLRT construction and operation in areas that MCWD manages.  The MCWD is responsible for maintaining the water quality for the Watershed, which includes the Chain of Lakes.  The public comment period closed February 2<sup>nd,</sup> and many testified concerns about conflicts of interest with MCWD managers.  Most managers were appointed by Hennepin County Commissioners, that support the project.</li>\r\n	<li>As only 3 Kenwood properties are identified to have severe averse impacts, KIAA will consider funding an independent study of vibration and noise similar to one conducted at the Minneapolis/St Louis Park border.  The study would evaluate the Kenilworth Corridor north of the Kenilworth Channel.  Jeanette will contact the engineers to find out if there would be any benefit and what the cost would be.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will kick off the planning for ECLB programming for 2017.  He will solicit resident ideas.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJanuary 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 9th, 2017 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Will Stensrud, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Directors Absent:  Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mike Bono, Treasurer Matt Spies.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Snow Emergencies are communicated via Facebook, Instragram, Email/text alerts, City of Minneapolis Mobile App.  All residents are encouraged to sign up for alerts to be aware of when Snow Emergencies are declared.</li>\r\n	<li>Road Sand is available from the City Public Works Sites, to be placed in a barrel in areas that are needed.  Please contact Lisa’s office to request a barrel of sand.</li>\r\n	<li>Christmas Trees are recycled by the city.  Please put your trees at your regular pickup site.  Old Christmas lights can also be recycled; go to <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is January 25<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall.  The topic is Public Art, including a sneak preview of the Nicollet Mall art.  Lisa is always interested in constituents’ ideas for topics.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette brought to Lisa’s attention NRP survey results to get her perspective on what is within the city’s ability to address.  Many issues raised in the survey, including noise and excessive speed are regulated and difficult to enforce.  Any public works issues such as alley defects should be directed to Lisa’s office.  Jeanette will follow up with Lisa to address the continuing parking and alley access problem by Downtown Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Warming House – Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy shared that a volunteer group with representatives from from CIDNA, Lowry Hill and East Isles, the Minneapolis Parks Foundation, MPRB staff and local architects are considering that the warming house should be replaced, in part based on age (18 years old). The cost to bring the structure in and out by crane is increasing to $20K per year; a new structure designed to be more easily transported could make moving it less expensive. The idea being discussed is to change the structure into one that can be used all year, across different sites, for different purposes. There will be a design competition and funds raised. KIAA supports the idea of replacement but there was a discussion as to whether it\'s appropriate for KIAA to contribute neighborhood funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Treasurer Report – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Several contributions were received in January ($398) as a result of the Fall Newsletter.  KIAA appreciates the support and Matt will work with Jean to send acknowledgement letters to the donors.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie will provide via cookies for the party funded by KIAA.  The party is January 22<sup>nd</sup> from 1-3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Application – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will help manage the process for Rain garden applications and awarding grants from MetroBlooms.  This year is the third year of this partnership, and this year there will be no cost to KIAA.  KIAA will make an in-kind donation of time and resources to promote the initiative.  More information will be provided by the end of January.  Rain gardens support our NRP initiative of protecting the lakes and environment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Cedar Lake Orioles Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie is leading engagement with Kenwood School to reinstall Oriole feeding stations this spring.  Last year, orioles were abundant and several classes visited Cedar Lake Park to see them, accompanied by teachers and neighborhood volunteers.  This initiative is important because it drives more family and educational opportunities at Cedar Lake.  Angie requested $200 for laminated signs and feeding station supplies (food).  Jeanette moved to approve, unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering Planning Kickoff – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The annual gathering will be May 1<sup>st</sup> in downtown Kenwood, which includes food and election of KIAA officers.  In order to keep costs in check, other food options will be explored.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Communication Committee – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Will, Mark, and Jeanette will work with Jean regarding a communication committee and communication plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that CTIB is likely in the process of self-dissolving so that Hennepin County can raise the transit sales tax to .5%, to fund the missing $140M state share of funding.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion whether to contact the FTA regarding Met Council compliance to 2012 Certification Requirements for Federal Funding, and without a vote KIAA determined not to take any action.</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is contacting three LRT- adjacent property owners to discuss construction.  These are the only houses at 21<sup>st</sup> St that the Met Council deems to be impacted by LRT operations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The top 5 priorities from the survey were identified – SWLRT, Lakes/Parks/Environment, Kenwood Rec Center events, Hidden Beach Safety, and Kenwood School.  Jeanette wrote a summary report to share with anyone interested.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Calhoun Association is asking KIAA to support opposition to a 54 foot tall residential building to be built adjacent to Tin Fish on Lake Calhoun (replacing 3 existing homes).  The proposed structure would be within the Shoreland Overlay District which has a height restriction of 36 feet.  As an action taken between meetings, the proposal will be reviewed and voted on whether to support or not support the opposition.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board Police Chief Ohotto will be invited to attend the KIAA February Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>December 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 5th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis finalizes its 2017 budget on December 7th.  On November 30<sup>th</sup>, there was a public hearing; 45 people provided testimony on the mayor’s proposed budget. There was a significant organized effort to reduce proposed police budgeting in favor of more community based non-profit policing.  The mayor had proposed adding 15 additional sworn officers as 2016 had the lowest number of officers this decade, 100 less than 2009.  Neighborhoods Organizing for Change challenged that increase.  (Addendum Post KIAA Meeting:  December 7<sup>th</sup> saw a similar number of testimonials and content, and the budget was adopted with the 15 additional officers.)</li>\r\n	<li>The budget also proposes a new position of Small Business Navigator.  This position would assist small businesses in navigating the Minneapolis city laws and regulations.  Lisa supports up to 4 positions in order to help small business navigate the city’s complex licensing and codes.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa emphasized that the Final Truth in Taxation notices that were mailed in November did not include the voter approved school special taxation levy.  Therefore, property taxes are understated by approximately 10%.  Revised Final Notices will not be mailed.  (Note to residents:  look at your 2016 School District Voter Approved Levy to see approximately how much your 2017 taxes are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Car2Go is ending operations in Minneapolis because of two business conditions that created an inability for the company to be profitable.  1)  The city mandated that Car2Go distribute cars equitably throughout the city; however, because some neighborhoods had higher origination/destination usage than others, the company incurred high costs to redistribute cars, and some cars sat idle in lower-used neighborhoods.  Publicly, Car2Go cited that they were taxed/licensed at a car rental rate, which is higher than that of taxis and other ride-share services.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January after December 12ths Later with Lisa.  Lisa is interested in constituent input for topics for her schedule of 2017 lunches.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Board Member – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette introduced Will Stensrud, who with his family purchased a home in Kenwood one year ago.  Will asked to join the board to become more involved in the issues that shape Kenwood.  Jeanette motioned to approve his addition, and it was approved unanimously.  Welcome Will!</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>November was a busy month for SWLRT.  The FTA accepted testimony regarding Metropolitan Council accountability and adherence to process to determine certification for federal dollars for the next 4 years.  Many Kenwood residents sent testimony, including the LRT Done Right group.  Testimonials were published in last month’s Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn stated that there are two key next steps where KIAA will engage in SWLRT:  1) Follow up with the FTA to find out about how the neighborhoods testimony will be used, and will the findings be made available to the public, and 2) SWRLT construction and mitigation is the top issue surfaced in the annual NRP survey, and KIAA will continue to keep SWLRT as a standing KIAA meeting topic, and publish updates in the Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>LRT Done Right organization is engaging and meeting with key elected officials in the coming month to gain information and understanding of positions heading into the 2017 State Legislative Session.  Officials at the state, county, city, and park board will be met with.  KIAA’s position against residential development on the Kenilworth Trail/SWLRT line will be communicated.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reviewed the monthly balance sheet for KIAA as well as the expenditures and revenues for the month.  There was minimal activity during the month: payments made to Jean Deatrick and Post net for the Fall Newsletter, as well as a small payment to reimburse Pop Up Playground expense at “Hidden Beach,” and one donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA has submitted its Community Participation Program application for the upcoming three-year funding cycle by the City of Minneapolis, worth $25K annually to Kenwood.  KIAA is in the process of canvassing the neighborhood to determine the specific priorities to include in the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of NPP is to identify major initiatives for neighborhood organizations, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>The results of the Neighborhood Priorities survey were reviewed.  Top issues identified were SWLRT mitigation, protecting the lakes, East Cedar Lake Beach safety, supporting Kenwood Community Center activities/Common gathering place, more street lighting.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette noted that only 60 responses were received.  The link to the survey was put in the KIAA Fall Newsletter, Nextdoor, and Hill and Lakes Press.  Jean Deatrick will email out a link to her neighborhood email list and extend the deadline to December 18<sup>th</sup> to capture more feedback to feed the Top 5 Priorities.  There will also be future discussion on how to address other priorities received in written comments.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Lake of the Isles Warming House will be replaced.  The Park Board is considering a mobile structure that can be used all year.  Neighborhood Associations are being approached to provide funding.  There was discussion as to whether or not neighborhood funds should be used towards this project in light of the “Close the Gap” funding recently allocated to the Park Board, totaling $11M annually and funded by property tax increases.</li>\r\n	<li>Action taken between meetings:  The board approved up to $200 to place a sign in Downtown Kenwood to help address the continued concerns over parking issues.  It will direct patrons towards alternative parking locations and try to keep alley access clear.  Exact wording and structure is under discussion.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:27 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 9th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met November 7th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in November due to Thanksgiving.  On Monday December 12<sup>th</sup> at 4:30pm will be Later with Lisa, her annual holiday party.  It will be held at the Normandy Inn.  Cash bar, parking is free.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping is completed as of November 15th, as is yard waste pickup, for the season.  The city does not sweep alleys, leaf removal there is the responsibility of the home owner.</li>\r\n	<li>The house at 1204 Kenwood Parkway is under historic review.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction is on track to be complete by December.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa shared the Mayor’s 2017 Proposed Budget.  The board reviewed the budget and gleaned that the proposed levy increase is driven primarily by 1) 59 new positions in the city, 2) Park Board/City agreement on 20 Year Plan, 3) additional spending on social programs and grants to Non-Profit organizations.  The Truth in Taxation Hearing is November 30<sup>th</sup> at City Hall, and the budget will be adopted on December 7<sup>th</sup>.  Public testimony will be heard at both.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Monthly expenditures were for the Gilroy Memorial Bench and the Thrill Kenwood, offset by city funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody is the Citizen Advisory Committee representative to the Metropolitan Council and the CAC met last month.  Jody shared updates on SWLRT that were learned in the meeting.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>LRT trains normally sound a horn coming out of a tunnel, but it will not sound when emerging from the tunnel in the Kenilworth Corridor.  There are also bells on each train that sound at road crossings, but at 21<sup>st</sup> St these will not sound and there will be a stationary bell.  This will allow for less variance in the sound impact and more reliable noise mitigation.</li>\r\n	<li>Revenue service is estimated to begin in 2021.  Construction is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Construction will begin in Fall 2017 to move the freight lines in the Kenilworth Corridor; there will be five phases of construction in our neighborhood and it is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Met Council representatives will be going door to door to record structural conditions of homes in order to establish a baseline for potential damage as a result of construction.  Addresses/scheduling to be announced in December.  It is not determined how repairs will be handled that are a result of construction.</li>\r\n	<li>The CAC November meeting was cancelled.  At future meetings Jody will continue to press for information and we will share in this space.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended the FTA review of the Metropolitan Council’s certification on November 2<sup>nd</sup>.  The FTA certifies the Met Council every four years as a process to approve the Council to continue to receive federal funds.  Shawn shared that 5 speakers used SWLRT as an example where the Met Council did not consistently deliver against the objectives that the FTA measures against.  The public has until November 30<sup>th</sup> to provide testimony; if interested, please contact Shawn at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Applications</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sign Ups are now being taken for 2017 Good Steward Raingardens.  Raingardens on your property help reduce pollution in our lakes.  MetroBlooms and KIAA are teaming up to install reduced-cost raingardens for 15 Kenwood homeowners.  Cost is reduced through a Good Steward Grant (cost to homeowners will be approximately $350 for a $2,000 raingarden).  Email Laura Scholl to get on the list:  <a href=\"mailto:laura@metroblooms.org\">laura@metroblooms.org</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be applying for the next three-year cycle of funding by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program for $25K annually.  KIAA will submit its Community Participation Program application that will include the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of the Neighborhood Priority Plan is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the CPP application be approved, Mark seconded, unanimously passed.</li>\r\n	<li>A survey to solicit neighborhood input for the priority plan will be sent this month to ensure that monies are directed in the direction of projects that are valued by residents.  Here is the link: <a href=\"https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp\">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp</a>  (If link doesn’t work, type in your browser)</li>\r\n	<li>This season was one of the lowest in terms of police incidents in recent history.  The full end of season report will be published in the KIAA Fall Newletter, being mailed this month.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach end of season report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is receiving neighborhood impact letters from the Restorative Justice program from citations at East Cedar Lake Beach.  Fines can be waived if the cited writes a letter of atonement.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended October’s Lunch with Lisa.  The topic was the 20 Year Park Plan and it was covered in detail by Superintendent Jayne Miller and Board President Anita Tabb.  The Kenwood Park will not receive any funding from the 20 Year Park Plan as it is not a high priority park as determined by the Park and Rec Board.  Examples of criteria on how prioritization were assessed are Areas of Racially Concentrated Poverty, Populations of Color, Population Density, Youth Population, Asset Lifespan, and Neighborhood Density.  Kenwood Park will still receive its funding as part of the regular budgeting process.  Shawn learned that The Park Board will have approximately $11M of annual incremental funding via the city and park board levy.  Shawn also learned that if Minneapolis were to implement a $15 minimum wage, it would increase payroll for the Park Board by approximately $2.2M annually.  It was not clear how the Park Board would adjust the plan or mitigate the impact of that wage increase without affecting the 20 Year Plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:34 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 3rd, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood and Community Relations Department – Jack Whitehurst</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mr. Whitehurst represented the city for the annual board survey which the city is conducting.  The purpose of the survey is to gain demographic information on the makeup of city boards.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA encourages all residents of the neighborhood who would like to serve on the board regardless of demographic background.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion on Neighborhood Action Plan money status.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt presented an update on in/outflow of cash for the fiscal year, as well as a spending/income forecast through 2019.  Matt will present a financial report at each KIAA monthly meeting going forward.  This will allow for accurate planning on an annual basis going forward so expenditures can be prioritized.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be sending a survey to gain feedback on resident’s priorities to be addressed in the Neighborhood Priority Plan, which needs to be filed in November.  The survey was edited and approved to be sent.</li>\r\n	<li>The new warming house for Lake of the Isles winter skating area is still under consideration by the Minneapolis Park Board.  The new warming house is in concept stage.  Neighborhood associations may be approached to support it financially.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda Vallone from BeArtrageous is planning Thrill Kenwood, a successful Halloween party that has been held in the years past.  The board approved repeating a $750 contribution towards the event.</li>\r\n	<li>The Jim Gilroy memorial bench (former board member, deceased) has been installed and all who donated are appreciated.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA Fall newsletter is in process to be published by November.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA was informed by a MPRB tree inspector who visited the Rec Center corner that 7 diseased crab apple and trees will be removed. They will be replaced in Spring 2017 with 3 North Star Cherry trees and 4 Mont Royal plum trees, which are disease resistant with useful fruit for the public to eat.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nSeptember 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met September 12th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Dee Montgomery (Heritage Coalition).\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn moved for approval of the agenda, with the addition of Dee Montgomery’s topic, and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be September 28<sup>th</sup> at Opus Hall.  The topic is still being determined.  Lisa is always open to suggestions for topics for Lunch with Lisa, please contact her office with ideas.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale construction is still on schedule to be finished this fall.  Hennepin northbound will be open in the coming weeks.</li>\r\n	<li>The local government channels are changing as follows:  Comcast HD will be 799, and Standard Definition will be 14.  Century Link HD will be 8501, and standard definition will be 8001, Multilingual HD will be 8502, and standard definition multilingual will be 8002.</li>\r\n	<li>November 8<sup>th</sup> election early voting starts September 23<sup>rd</sup>.  There are 4 early voting locations in Minneapolis, please see the city website for more details.  Shawn Smith stated that the voting period was starting very early considering the first Presidential Debate is not until September 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Historic Marker Restoration Project – Dee Montgomery</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The centennial marker commemorating the establishment of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation will be restored.  The original boundary of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation included areas of Kenwood, and the marker that is being replaced is located on the southeast edge of Lake of the Isles.  The Heritage Commission has its own funds; tax dollars will not be used.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board advised Dee to consult with Native Americans to ensure that any concerns regarding the history and commemoration of Fort Snelling were heard.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is pushing for clarification and information with the warning bell and mitigation strategy at the 21<sup>st</sup> St crossing.  KIAA has requested involvement from Commissioner Marion Greene and expressed the need for her support on this issue with the Southwest Project Office.  There are concerns over the volume of the proposed wayside bell.</li>\r\n	<li>The Section 106 process is continuing now that the Memorandum of Understanding is executed.  This pertains to mitigation strategies for Grand Rounds eg landscaping, retaining walls, shoreline treatments, etc.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking continues to be an issue where patrons are parking too close to the alley, blocking driveways, too close to stop signs, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to explore signing solutions – parking is allowed at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Increasing neighborhood programming at the beach remains a KIAA focus.  It is part of the overall strategy to reduce crime and improve public safety.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that 35 kids came to the Play Space “pop up playground” and the strategy was successful.  The board approved a $25 increase to the funding to cover extra expenses.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reiterated the need to work on the Priority Plan Strategy, which will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.  Mike Bono, Matt, and Mark Brown will work on the subcommittee.  The CPP application is due November 10.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2016 Minneapolis Housing Resource Guide is published.  This is a resource for associations and homeowners.  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/\">www.minneapolismn.gov</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>A motion was approved to reimburse Deb Gilroy for $100 for the expenses related to placing a bench for former board member Jim Gilroy.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>By Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met July 11th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Chief Jason Ohotto and two of his officers, Jean Deatrick, and three neighbors.\r\n\r\n<strong>Opening Activities</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>No lunch with Lisa in July or August.  Please be sure to sign up for Lisa’s email list to get updates on construction, traffic, and event updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues.  The Hennepin/Vineland intersection will have major work done in July/August.  The overall project is on schedule for completion by November.</li>\r\n	<li>The variance at 2000 W 21<sup>st</sup> St was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting is open for the 2016 primary.  Election judges are needed this year.  Please call Lisa’s office to sign up to be a judge.  A mix of party affiliations is needed.</li>\r\n	<li>National Night out is August 2<sup>nd</sup>.  After July 19<sup>th</sup>, there is a fee to block off the street.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette expressed KIAA’s appreciation for the quality of the City of Minneapolis’s response to the FEIS, documenting the history and the issues within the project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Chief Jason Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Police reports written on park property at the beach declined from 48 to 31.  This is the second summer where there was a significant reduction in reports.  Chief Ohotto attributed the success to the positive programming and activities at the beach, as well as the increased park police patrols, some funded by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto recommended that neighbors that want to support safety efforts should call in issues to 911, and provide detailed, specific information, name and callback number.  Err on the side of calling 911 vs not calling when you see a negative impact to public safety.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown reported that the June 20<sup>th</sup> potluck at the beach was a great success with strong turnout.  The kids activities (face painting, spray chalk, cookies) were popular.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented ideas for longer term strategies, including boat racks, playground equipment.  Park and Rec Board financial support and fundraising will be needed.  A Community Action Committee will be formed.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt proposed an August Pop Up Adventure Playground as a new activity to pilot.  A motion passed to fund this event with up to $800 of NRP funds.  Engagement with the Kenwood School and neighboring association were identified as opportunities to increase participation.  Jeanette recognized Angie for getting the Kenwood School engaged in using the beach for educational opportunities.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed the idea of hosting a food or beverage cart at the beach on behalf of the neighborhood.  A motion passed for up to $200 to be spent from NRP funds for a KIAA/ECLB Patron Appreciation Day.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported on the June 13<sup>th</sup> FEIS public presentation by the Southwest Project Office.  Approximately 20 neighbors attended from Kenwood, CIDNA, and Loring Park.  On a positive note, the presentation summarized the 17,000 page FEIS effectively.  Unfortunately it was not tailored to the concerns of the Minneapolis segment of the corridor.  There continues to be a high level of concern over the ability of the tunnel to be built near Calhoun Shores Townhomes and the Kenilworth “pinch point.”</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the June 28<sup>th</sup> CAC meeting was cancelled, a consistent issue with many of the other CAC meetings which have also been cancelled in the past couple of years.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette communicated with the general manager of the Kenwood Restaurant to ask that employees park on Penn Avenue, and to help address the issue of patrons parking too close to alleys and driveways, and the issue of delivery truck restricting neighbor access to the alley.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie confirmed that parking for Downtown Kenwood businesses is permitted at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.  A “sandwich” board idea was proposed at a cost of $200 or for city signing or to paint the curb yellow to inform where and where not to park.  Noted for follow up between meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Mike Bono, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike and Matt outlined the plan to develop the 3 year plan as well as budgeting for the upcoming year.  It will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood, while also ensuring that current funding priorities can be maintained should funds be cut in the future.</li>\r\n	<li>New neighbor introduction:  Mikki Johnston and family</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will attend a Whittier Alliance Meeting on July 19<sup>th</sup> to understand the goals and strategies of that group.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie will follow up with Creative Citymaking regarding a video project opportunity, with a possible focus on ECLB.  KIAA would need to make a proposal to secure participation in the project, which is a competitive process.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>June 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 6th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters, Jack Levi.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Amanda Vallone, Jody Strakosch, Mark Holtey and two neighbors.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Board members conducted a brief introduction to begin the 2016-2017 term.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is complete for the season.  There will be a “Lunch with Lisa Field trip on Wednesday, June 29<sup>th</sup>, touring Givens Violins, which is a renowned repair business for cellos and violins.  If interested, please call Lisa’s office to book one of the two tours for that day.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues and has entered the paving phase.  Please contact Lisa’s office to be placed on an email list to receive weekly construction updates affecting the Twin Cities.</li>\r\n	<li>Sidewalk repair has come to Kenwood this year, part of a 10 year cycle.  White dots mark the sections that will be replaced.  Homeowners will be assessed $250-$400 per square for the repair.  Call 311 to discuss whether sections need to be replaced, or if they do not need to be replaced.  Please direct questions regarding how unique situations, such as tree root heaves, to 311.  All affected homeowners should have received a letter from the city; please refer to it for FAQs.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette volunteered to remain Chair; Larry volunteered to remain Vice Chair; Matt Spies volunteered to become Treasurer; and Shawn volunteered to remain Secretary.  Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt asked for resolution to relocate the KIAA bank accounts to US Bank.  Jeanette moved in favor, passed unanimously.  Matt asked for an additional resolution to transfer, check writing authority, opening accounts, deposits, and withdraw funds; from Ed Pluimer to himself.  Jeanette to be the second signatory.  Shawn moved, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette once again recognized Ed Pluimer for his years of service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Memorial Bench for Jim Gilroy – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie reported that $1550 has been donated to the Estate of Jim Gilroy for the purposes of a memorial bench on Lake of the Isles, near 21<sup>st</sup> St..  Jean Deatrick will send an e-blast as a reminder for any other residents that would like to contribute.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie moved that KIAA donate $300 towards the memorial bench to recognize Jim as a sitting board member at his death.  Funds will come from KIAA Money Market Account.  Approved unanimously.  As funds are in the account about to be closed, motion was approved to allow Ed Pluimer to write the check.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Financial Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is preparing a 2016-2017 balance sheet to ensure income and expenditures are clearly documented.  Mark, Larry, Matt, and Mike will form a finance subcommittee to inform a finance update at KIAA July meeting.  Motion approved to establish said committee.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies/Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda (from ARTrageous) shared that the Summer Solstice Party will be held at ECLB on June 20<sup>th</sup> from 6:30-8:30.  This will be a potluck event.  ARTrageous will provide henna, face painting, and a Creation Station for families.  The event will be cancelled in case of rain.  The event is open to all.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented a new proposal for a Pop Up Adventure Playground series.  Matt agreed to go renegotiate lower costs in order to run a pilot, vs investing in 3 events this year.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities including a Summer Solstice Potluck, Pirate/Mermaid Beach Party were identified for funding for $800.  A discussion was had regarding source of funds and how much to spend.  The board approved the expenditure unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda and Matt were approved to work together to spend up to $400 to place an ad in Hill and Lake Press to announce summer activities at ECLB.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  The CAC met in May.  Jennifer Munt stated that the Met Council would find funding to move ahead with SWLRT. The FEIS was reviewed; Nani Jacobsen recognized Kenwood for providing feedback that drove changes from the SDEIS to the FEIS.  Further, station art was approved for the West 21<sup>st</sup> St Station, which is what the Kenwood station will be named.  The next meeting will be June 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn has coordinated a meeting on June 13<sup>th</sup> for the Met Council to present the FEIS and take questions from residents.  This meeting was supported by the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn presented the FEIS draft and will circulate a soft copy to the board and Jody to be reviewed and approved as an action between meetings.  The deadline for submission is June 13<sup>th</sup> for any comments, and must be done in writing to the Southwest Project Office.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking at the Kenwood Corner continues to be a challenge, with visitors parking too close to the alley and to corners and blocking access.  Jeanette called the city to determine the cost of parking signs.  Action to be taken between meetings.</li>\r\n	<li>Kenwood Corner Raingarden Signage was approved as an action taken between meetings.  The Raingarden is now installed and the sign provides good information about the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  KIAA thanks Angie Erdrich for her work to beautify the corner.</li>\r\n	<li>Louise Erdrich is taking the space formerly occupied by Stephen Dean for a business to be announced shortly.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 9:10 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 11th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2016 KIAA 5<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> For the 5<sup>th</sup> year, KIAA had its annual meeting on May 2nd at Kenwood Corner, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> In attendance were seven KIAA serving board members up for re-election, one new member-elect, City Council Member Lisa Goodman, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Green, Minneapolis Parks Commissioner Anita Tabb, and approximately 100 neighbors.</p>\r\n The gathering began at 6PM.  The weather was great and everyone enjoyed Red Wagon Pizza and beverages, compliments of KIAA. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM.  There was a moment of remembrance for Jim Gilroy, KIAA board member who passed away suddenly in April.  Jim will be greatly missed; he was a kind and generous person, dedicated to improving our entire community.  The family has reserved a site for a park bench in his memory on Lake of the Isles.  Friends and neighbors who would like to contribute may do so.  KIAA Board Member Angie Erdrich will facilitate, please make checks payable to Minneapolis Finance Department, Memo “Jim Gilroy Bench” and mail to her at 2217 Oliver Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405.  A receipt will come from Minneapolis Parks, and the Gilroy family will receive a list of donor names.  Please submit donations by June 1<sup>st</sup> in hopes of installing the bench this summer.\r\n\r\nKIAA thanked retiring board member Ed Pluimer.  Ed has generously served on the board for over 20 years, most recently as Treasurer.  Our neighborhood is grateful for his energy and commitment.\r\n\r\nJeanette then stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year:  SWLRT work including work such as efforts to mitigate potential adverse effects to the neighborhood (if the project comes to pass), support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Raingardens from Metro Blooms, and positive programming for East Cedar Lake (Hidden) Beach.  The “Welcome Orioles” project – an environmental learning program for Kenwood School, co-sponsored with the Cedar Lake Park Association, received a shout-out from neighbors in attendance.\r\n\r\nJeanette introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to herself:  Jack Levi, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Matt Spies (Treasurer Elect), and Shawn Smith.  One new board member, Mark Brown was introduced.  Jeanette made the motion for re-election/election of the 2016-17 board, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\nKIAA would like to thank neighbors that supported KIAA financially at the gathering and throughout the year.  It helps us fund activities and keep our neighborhood strong!\r\n\r\nOther updates, action between meetings:\r\n\r\nThe 2015 KIAA Annual Report was approved by the board on April 28<sup>th</sup>.  The Annual Report is required by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program.  The report was prepared by Mike Bono with input from KIAA board members, and submitted by the 4/29 deadline.\r\n\r\nMatt and Julia Spies’s are requesting a variance for a remodel on their home.  As the Spies proactively partnered with their neighbors, KIAA supports their variance.  The variance will be reviewed at the Board of Adjustment meeting on June 9<sup>th</sup>.\r\n\r\nThere will be a Kenwood Neighborhood Rummage Festival of June 10-12<sup>th</sup>.  Please join your neighbors and plan a rummage sale during those dates!  If you are not able to have your own rummage sale, please consider donating to the Kenwood Elementary School Benefit Rummage Sale at the Kenwood Rec Center.   The rummage runs June 11 from 9-2PM. Donations can be dropped off at the Kenwood Recreation Center on June 10<sup>th</sup> from 4-6PM.  100% of proceeds benefit the Kenwood School.  Volunteers are needed to price goods, manage the sale, and haul goods to charity at 2PM on the 11<sup>th</sup>.  Contact Angie Erdrich to volunteer:  angie_sandeep@yahoo.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood.  If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us.  If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met April 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nVice Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies (Minutes), Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Jack Levi.  Absent:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith, Josine Peters, Jim Gilroy.  Also present:  Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\nUnanimous Approval of the Agenda\r\n<h1>City Council Update -  Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Upcoming Lunch with Lisas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>April 27  – Discussion with Made Here, the creative place-making initiative to fill empty downtown storefronts</li>\r\n	<li>May – Bill Leaf will talk about tourism master planning</li>\r\n	<li>June  – Field trip to Claire Givens Violin, premier violin reconstruction/repair; 40 people may attending in two groups of 20.  Contact Lisa’s office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping starting April 13 running through May 9</li>\r\n	<li>Yard waste pickup will begin in Kenwood on April 11</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa highlighted the state of the Hennepin/Lyndale Reconstruction Project road closures</li>\r\n	<li>On April 21, Board of Adjustment will be hearing variance for property at 2401 Sheridan Ave.  Adjacent residents will receive a notice in the mail by April 10<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa provided an overview of her and Council Member Barb Johnsons plan for the city to work with the Park Board to provide funding for neighborhood parks</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Gathering will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include a brief meeting:  the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association activities for the year.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lakes, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>As an action taken between meetings, the board approved the hiring of Red Wagon Pizza, and will be paid for by KIAA funds estimated at $1890.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong>2016/2017 Budgeting</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the merits and limitations of creating a budget for the 2016/2017 operating year.   The primary concern and is the complexity of the requirements for using various funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt Spies will coordinate an assembly of board members to explore ways to implement a framework for spending and raising KIAA funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board has indicated that they do not have capacity for an additional movie in the park for summer 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>An Oriole feeding station will be installed in Cedar Lake Park between May 3 – May 17 by Kenwood Elementary School students.  The project is sponsored by Birchbark Books.  Bird watching volunteers are needed.  Contact <a href=\"mailto:Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com\">Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>NOTE: The following information was approved to be added to the minutes by a motion taken after the meeting.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith (update provided in abstentia)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Since the March KIAA meeting, letters opposing the current SWLRT Kenilworth Plan were sent to Governor Dayton, Lt Governor Smith.  An aide in Governor Dayton’s office responded and assisted in getting a response from Adam Duininck, Chair, Metropolitan Council.  The letter thanked KIAA for our participation in the process and informed the following points:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Final EIS will be published in 2<sup>nd</sup> Quarter of 2016, and no other responses will be forthcoming until then.  In the EIS will be the answers to KIAAs (and others) DEIS and SDEIS responses.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a ten day public comment period</li>\r\n	<li>There will be no process for resolution of further concerns as this is not a part of the process of the National Environmental Protection Act process.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn expressed to the aide in Governor Dayton’s office that securing a form response from Mr Duininck was secondary to our concerns.  He asked for Governor Dayton to confirm that he was aware of and supports or does not support the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>That a derailment collision between an ethanol train and light rail train will be a significant danger to the community and Target Field.</li>\r\n	<li>That other less expensive and more flexible options for transit exist, including bus rapid transit</li>\r\n	<li>That the Chain of Lakes could be degraded due to pile driving</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is a defendant in a lawsuit over failure to disclose discussions of other routes</li>\r\n	<li>That ridership of an Uptown line would well exceed the current alignment</li>\r\n	<li>That projected ridership figures at 21<sup>st</sup> St Station are not credible</li>\r\n	<li>That there will be 22 hours of contiguous noise every five minutes in one of the quietest areas in Minneapolis</li>\r\n	<li>That not one low income neighborhood will be within reasonable walking distance of any Minneapolis station.</li>\r\n	<li>We asked for an appointment with the Governor.  There was no response.  Shawn waited ten days and said that because the Governor failed to respond, we would need to inform our constituents that our elected officials and the Governor are aware of the above controversies and find them to be acceptable.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Larry Moran at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is our Annual Neighborhood Gathering on Monday, May 2nd at 6 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner in front of The Kenwood and BeArtrageous. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org   </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> March 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 7th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi.  Also present Patrick Sadler, Pat Scott, Phil Nordberg, Laureen Carlson, Will Stensrud\r\n\r\nMarch Agenda was Approved Unanimously\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Patrick Sadler, Lisa Goodman’s Office</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Community Planning and Economic Development plan for both Ward 7 and the city were provided.  Any residents that would like a copy can contact Lisa’s office or go to the City Website.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be Noon, March 30<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall; the topic is Sister Cities of Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work continues on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Please contact Lisa’s office to receive email updates on construction closures.</li>\r\n	<li>The Workplace Partnership Meetings proceed to review sick time and paid time off policy.  A final recommendation is due March 16.</li>\r\n	<li>There are openings on multiple boards and commissions in Minneapolis.  Any interested residents can apply via the city website.</li>\r\n	<li>The Community Connection Conference is Saturday April 2<sup>nd</sup> at the Minneapolis Convention Center to kick off 3 Year Planning for Minneapolis 2040.  The public is invited.  Jeanette suggested that Lisa’s office post information to Next Door to ensure the 7<sup>th</sup> Ward is represented if nobody from KIAA is able to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Reduced pricing is being offered for rain barrels and compost bins.  <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>. The city will also have a limited number of trees available to residents for $25.  You can order a tree for your property beginning March 21, see <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Request for Support of Variance for Accessory Dwelling, 2401 Sheridan Ave S – Phil Nordberg and Laureen Carlson</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Phil and Laureen requested variance support from KIAA to be able to add a bathroom and categorize their garage as an ADU.  The overall footprint will not change.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is generally supportive.  The petitioners have not spoken to each neighbor but will be sending out notices to all neighbors within 300 feet.  Jeanette motioned to support the variances, contingent that neighbors are all informed and have no objections.  Motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is in the process of confirming the open swim, pop up playground, and other activities for Summer 2016.  Event schedules will be published in Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette signed the agreement for extra police patrols.  With the warm weather, Matt is working with Park Police to start patrols.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities are being coordinated with Kenwood School, including bird watching.  Volunteers are needed to lead school hikes in April and May, please contact Angie Erdrich at angie_sandeep@yahoo.com</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that since the last meeting, letters were sent to the FTA, Senator Klobuchar, Senator Franken, and Rep Ellison as KIAA continues to escalate neighborhood concerns over this project.</li>\r\n	<li>A letter was also sent to Governor Dayton and Lt Governor Smith, with copies of the letters sent to the State and Federal officials asking for his support in getting a meaningful response to neighborhood concerns, which are centered on the risks and ripple effects of co-location of SWLRT and ethanol trains.  His office responded with questions, and KIAA is preparing a communication to send back.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will invite Sophia Ginis from the Met Council to our April meeting since she did not respond to our March meeting invitation.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion that despite our concerns, planning moves ahead unabated.  All are encouraged to contact their elected officials if they have concerns over co-location, noise, vibration, cost, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA has been actively communicating neighborhood concerns to local, state, and federal officials.  Due to an overall lack of responsiveness to those, the board approved a motion to send communication to President Obama, which will represent the highest level of escalation, and likely final, that the board will take.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Meeting - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Annual Meeting will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association financials.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lake Press, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie, Josine, and Matt are researching options for food to reduce costs from last year.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Board Succession Planning - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         With Ed stepping down, KIAA will need to fill the Treasurer role starting May 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is actively seeking new board members.  We need neighbors that are willing to volunteer 3-4 hours per month either as a board member or support a subcommittee.  There are several board members that have served for a decade or more and are looking to retire.  We need your help to fill these positions to continue the level of thoroughness being delivered today.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is seeking a representative for the Green Zone work being done by the city.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 1st, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Meg Forney, Amanda Vallone, and Jody Strakosch\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be February 24<sup>th</sup>.  The topic will be the City Workforce Training and Equity programs on Job Training.</li>\r\n	<li>2431 22<sup>nd</sup> St W ownership has requested a historic review and may be requesting a variance to the board in the near future.  Neighbors are reminded that KIAA is typically notified of variance requests and can help navigate the process.</li>\r\n	<li>The city prefers that the SWLRT station be called “Cedar Lake Station.”  The Met Council has suggested that 21<sup>st</sup> St Station is not a clear indicator of the location of the station but has asked for input.  (KIAA hesitates to put forth a suggestion because KIAA does not support co-location of freight and light rail, but if KIAA were to have a preference it would be West 21<sup>st</sup> St.)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Closing the Gap in Our Parks - Meg Forney</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meg is looking for volunteers to work for a Citizens Group to get signatures to support a referendum on the ballot for “The Closing of the Gap” for funding of $15M/year for the next 20 years to implement repairs in neighborhood parks.  If residents are interested, please contact Meg or Anita Tabb at the Park Board.  Additional information is available on the Park Board website.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Funding Recommendation – Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The success at East Cedar Lake Beach to reduce crime was in large part due to the partnership between KIAA and the Park Police.  The recommendation from Chief Ohotto was to spend $5000 for 2016 vs $8000 spent last year.  Police reports were reduced from 101 in 2014 to 56 in 2015.</li>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to spend $5000 for additional police patrols at ECLB in 2016 and be active early in the season.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that two disbursements were made in January relating to SWLRT planning and the Metro Blooms project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Thrill Kenwood – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>This event raised $400 for The Bridge for Youth.</li>\r\n	<li>The 1<sup>st</sup> annual Rock Kenwood Dance Party will be held at the Rec Center on Saturday February 27<sup>th</sup> from 3-6PM.  There will be a DJ, contests, crafting, and more.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt recapped the recent committee meeting and the programming ideas for 2016.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log rolling and Open Swim are planned to continue in 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>New ideas include puppet shows, art activities, potlucks, and more.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is considering putting forth up to $2000 of additional funding for activities, and discussed how to engage neighbors that might be interested in donating funds to support the activities.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  Jody reported that the November and December meetings were cancelled by the Met Council.  In the January meeting, progress updates were shared by the project office.  Final environmental impact statement is due in April.  Civil construction will begin fall of 2016.  There will be 29 private properties impacted by construction in Minneapolis, primarily adjacent to the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported that some responses were received from correspondence to Minnesota Senators and Representatives on the Transportation Committees.  Some responded to take KIAA response under advisement, and some spoke in favor of KIAA’s position opposing co-location.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn brought a motion to continue to present KIAA’s position opposing co-location to FTA officials in the Chicago office that are working with the Met Council on the alignment.  The board unanimously approved to send a letter.  Shawn will circulate it as an action between meetings for board review and final approval.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette is working to identify a point of contact for the Restorative Justice Program, who would coordinate community service work for the people in the program.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA recognizes Stephen Dean and his long standing contributions to the neighborhood. Kathie Constantine shared that his tailoring business in Downtown Kenwood is expected to close at the end of March.  He kept the neighborhood looking good with the many fine seams, hems, and alterations he provided over his 40 years in business, and we wish him well in retirement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:46 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>January 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met January 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A body was found frozen in the ice in the channel between Lake Calhoun and Lake of the Isles on January 4<sup>th</sup>.  It is not known to be a crime related situation and there is no danger to the public.  Residents are encouraged to demonstrate caution before proceeding to go out on the ice, especially areas that are not designated for winter recreational use.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is on Wednesday January 27<sup>th</sup>, the topic is a preview of the 2016 state legislative session. Senator Dibble among other elected officials are expected to attend.  Please contact Lisa’s office if you plan to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale utility work continues.  Sewer work will be necessary on Vineland Place near the Walker and Sculpture Garden.  Construction updates and road closures are available via Lisa’s office in her email updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Residents are advised that there needs to be a minimum 5 foot clearance on either side of alleys and driveways.  Neighbors are having difficulties accessing driveways and alleys when visitors or residents are parked within 5 feet of one.  This has been a challenge particularly at Kenwood Corner.  If access is blocked, neighbors can call 311 for assistance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed updated KIAA that the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District paid KIAA for the 15 neighborhood Raingarden projects.  KIAA will in turn pay MetroBlooms with these funds, as well as the KIAA share of $1134, approved at the December Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Noise Issues</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Local businesses are advised to ensure that their garbage and recycling services are observing local noise ordinances.  Garbage and recycling are not to be picked up prior to 6AM.  We love our local businesses.  Neighbors observing violations are encouraged to speak to the business owner first, and if unresolved then take a photo of the truck and email KIAA or Lisa Goodman’s office and we will contact the refuse service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt updated KIAA that the next ECLB Committee Meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan 26<sup>th</sup> at 7PM at the Kenwood Community Center.  All are welcome.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will invite Park Police Chief Ohotto to the February meeting to start the dialogue on the strategy for the summer of 2016.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the SWLRT environmental impact statement will not consider impacts of freight rail changes in the Kenilworth Corridor funded by the project, according to a recent email from the Southwest Project Office.  These changes include moving the rail much closer to homes, upgrading the tracks, building a bridge across the Kenilworth Canal, and removing many trees and green spaces.  Further, although the SWLRT project will spend tens of millions of dollars to “co-locate” freight and light rail, the Met Council says it “is not making freight rail permanent” in the Kenilworth Corridor.  KIAA is concerned that the upgraded freight rail infrastructure could encourage more trains at higher speeds, and create additional noise and safety concerns.  KIAA believes the SDEIS is flawed because it does not treat freight as a permanent condition, and therefore adverse impacts are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the section 106 meeting on December 3<sup>rd</sup>.  Section 106 protects historic properties impacted by federally funded projects.  The Kenilworth Channel is protected by section 106.  With input by Michael Schroeder of the MPRB, a bridge design has been agreed upon and the historic WPA retaining walls on the east side of the proposed bridge are now under consideration.  A memorandum of understanding will be developed in the coming months, and KIAA will decide whether or not to sign it when the time comes.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn, on behalf of KIAA, contacted each member of the Minnesota Senate and House Transportation Committees to surface the board’s continued concerns with co-location.  KIAA asked that the $135M of the state portion of the funding be put on hold.  This is to be voted on in the upcoming legislative session.  KIAA maintains that in a time of increased concern over rail safety, co-location of light rail and ethanol trains will pose a continual and sustained danger to the Kenwood neighborhood should there be a derailment. and we remain opposed to co-location.  The Minneapolis City Council, knowing of this risk, has nonetheless approved co-location, so KIAA is appealing to the state level.</li>\r\n	<li>County Commissioner Marion Greene is planning a public meeting on Wednesday, February 3<sup>rd</sup>.  KIAA will post time and place to NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Angie Erdrich will post in Next Door Kenwood a notice to invite neighbors to determine interest for the MetroBlooms Raingarden program for 2016</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lake of the Isles Skating Party is Sunday, January 24<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:38 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>December 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 7th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Larry Moran, Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi, Josine Peters  Also Present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n<h1>Agenda was approved unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since November Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby composed a letter to the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee articulating KIAA concerns that the SDEIS had shortcomings.  These arise from Met Council’s decision to treat freight rail as an “existing condition.” However, the SWLRT proposes creating permanent freight rail infrastructure where only temporary rail exists, and SDEIS failed to properly consider the safety, environmental, vibration, noise, and economic impact of that decision with freight rail as an existing condition.  In the December meeting, KIAA members voted in favor of sending the letter prior to the CMC.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>December 9<sup>th</sup> is the final opportunity for residents to testify at the City Council meeting regarding the 2016 budget and taxes.  Lisa encourages residents to appear in person or email their city representatives to provide testimony and input on how residential tax revenue is generated and spent.  This meeting will be in the past by the time these minutes are published, however residents are notified well in advance of the annual hearing in their Truth in Taxation statements for future tax years.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January.  December 14<sup>th</sup> marks the annual December Later with Lisa event at the Normandy Inn.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work is continuing on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Infrastructure has deteriorated further than expected and the project is approximately 6 weeks behind.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa confirmed that a variance at 2432 Sheridan Ave S was approved by the city.  This was endorsed by KIAA at the November meeting.  KIAA will seek input as broadly as possible for future requests</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed provided prior the meeting a recap of monies received from KIAA members as well as November transactions (expenditures), and these were discussed in the meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>The source of the remainder of Rain Garden funding was discussed.  Jeanette moved to use money from the NRP neighborhood livability Phase II fund.  Passed unanimously.  Mike Bono agreed to ensure that all city requirements were met to utilize that fund.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Resolution regarding Jean Deatrick’s contract – Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jean’s contract is set to expire at the end of the year.  Jean supports KIAA with communication, publication of the minutes, announcements, reimbursements, and other administrative activities.  Mike moved to extend her contract under the same terms until December 31<sup>st</sup> 2016.  Ed seconded the motion.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies\r\n<h1>·         Matt is reaching out to the Park Board to align on proposed activities for summer 2016.  KIAA continues to work on ensuring ECLB will be able to be used safely by all residents.  There will be a public meeting in January to discuss 2016 strategies, date/time/place to be posted on Nextdoor Kenwood.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA increased funding in 2015 to support existing funding from the Park Board et al, and research will be done to understand how much funding will be in place from other sources prior to a KIAA funding commitment for 2016.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Discussion continued from the November meeting regarding engaging state and federal officials over ongoing concerns for rail safety as well as other unaddressed concerns.  KIAA will contact state level transportation bill conferees to raise the concerns before end of year, and then again as State Legislators go back into session in February.  KIAA will also contact Federal Transit officials in advance of final funding of the line to ensure that federal officials are aware of local concerns with regard to safety, environmental, noise, vibration, and economic adverse effects not sufficiently addressed in the SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Metro Blooms is asking if KIAA would be interested in partnering on Rain Gardens again in 2016.  Angie will inform them of KIAA interest, pending gauging neighborhood interest.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:33 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met November 2nd, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since October Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA sent a response to the SWLRT project office regarding SWLRT Section 106 meeting Sept 23<sup>rd</sup>, as it relates to concerns over the traffic study.  There is a discrepancy in the ridership numbers vs SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Variance Request for Peterson Residence, 2432 Sheridan Ave S</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Request made in person by owners to enlarge the structure, extending a less than six foot variance along the property line.  A second variance was requested to extend the garage by five feet closer to the street, which is still within the set back.  Angie motioned to support, Matt to second, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws, Articles – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed changes to KIAA bylaws to modernize them, having consulted with Robert Cooper of the City of Minneapolis legal department.  For example, serving information via email vs paper mail, yet preserving multi modal communication which would include an annual newsletter or mailings at the discretion of KIAA.  Ed moved that KIAA approve the rewritten bylaws which would then be filed with the state, and stored on KIAA’s website.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed then moved to change articles of incorporation to update the registered office of KIAA to the Kenwood Rec Center.  Matt seconded, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Gardens – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved to pay $1134 for KIAA cost share to Metro Blooms (or up to $1200 in case of minor variance in the final invoice).  The costs increased due to decreased participation due to untenable soil conditions or other issues that were not able to be mitigated.  Motion seconded by Jim, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>The raingarden at Kenwood Corner was paid for by the private donations and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  In order to finalize funding, a sign is needed.  The sign will be reviewed as action taken outside the meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         ECLB committee met in October to debrief the year and start planning for next year.  Residents that have ideas for activities for 2016 are encouraged to contact Matt Spies.  2015 saw a tremendous amount of success and KIAA is excited to build on this success but needs continued neighborhood engagement even if there was an increase in usage via activities and a decrease in criminal activity.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Engagement with Anita Tabb and the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board was also discussed as an offline action.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA discussed whether to continue to engage in SWLRT via writing letters to state and federal officials addressing co-location concerns in the Kenilworth Corridor as KIAA was unable to gain support at the city level.  Specifically, to petition state and federal officials to withhold funding due to continuing and increasing concerns over the danger of the co-location of ethanol trains and SWLRT.  Further action to be taken between meetings, but accountability of individual public officials will be the focus, specifically, their knowledge of the risks, and how they plan to vote, is the plan of action via written correspondence.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood general community update.  Jeanette will encourage CM Greene to have the meeting, KIAA will not formally participate.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:43 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 5th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich.\r\n\r\nOthers present:  CM Lisa Goodman, Marc Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), 2 other attendees\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The September lunch with Lisa had over 75 attendees to hear about the Nicollet Mall renovation.  At the October Lunch with Lisa Wed Oct 21<sup>st</sup>, to commemorate the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, State Senator Steve Simon will speak about the Voting Rights Act.  Room 334 of the St Thomas Law School.  All are welcome to attend, please RSVP in advance to Lisa’s office.</li>\r\n	<li>Fall street sweeping will start on October 20<sup>th</sup>.  Please watch for parking restrictions.  Social media will be used to communicate dates.</li>\r\n	<li>Cedar Lake Parkway will be repaved – from 394 to the BNSF bridge.  It will start October 19<sup>th</sup>, last 6 days, and be a complete closure.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding variances and tear downs.  Neighbors are encouraged to review variance proposals with KIAA board so the board can be aware of variance requests.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed attended to any previously discussed financial compliance and efficiency concerns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed that bylaws be examined and modernized.  For example, the bylaws state that minutes must be maintained in a book.  However, now electronic copies are preferred to minimize paper waste.  Also that 1<sup>st</sup> class mail is used for communications, and now electronic notice is more economical and more efficient.  There was also a discussion on how to document action (votes) taken outside of meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark re-requested funding from KIAA for a rechargeable sound system to be used for neighborhood programming, at a cost of $2200.  Motion to fund passed with two abstentions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Hennepin Lake Community Wine Tasting Fundraiser – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is selling tickets to the event which is being held on Wed October 28<sup>th</sup>.  Advance ticket sales benefit KIAA.  Please email Jeanette Colby; email is available on the KIAA website.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>It was noted that each member of the City Council, Mayor Hodges, and Peter Wagenius received a copy of the KIAA SDEIS with a request to require more information regarding mitigation, co-location, and construction concerns prior to granting municipal consent.  However, there was no response to KIAA from the Mayor or the Council and all city council members voted the same as prior municipal consent.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood Q/A meeting for any outstanding questions regarding the SWLRT project.  Jeanette and Shawn will post to Nextdoor Kenwood this opportunity to have a dialogue, to gauge neighborhood interest.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette outlined the finding to the Section 106 Traffic Study.  The finding in the study was that there would not be substantial changes to traffic near historic 106 properties.  The findings of the study appear to be inconsistent with the SDEIS statements regarding how many riders will use the 21<sup>st</sup> St Station and how riders will access the station.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will draft a letter to state and federal officials highlighting the danger of co-location of ethanol trains and high voltage LRT wires in the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Announcements/New Business – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee continues to meet monthly.  Meetings are posted to Nextdoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>Thrill Kenwood is Saturday October 24<sup>th</sup>, at 3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, November 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSeptember 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met September 14th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Park Police Chief Ohotto, Mark Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), Jean Deatrich (Hill and Lakes), and 6 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>September Agenda was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Recognition for Kathy Low for her participation in KIAA and to Larry Moran for Chairing KIAA for the past three years.</li>\r\n	<li>It was agreed that a November KIAA newsletter will be published and mailed.  Articles will be needed and will need to be sent to Jean Deatrich.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich led a discussion regarding the final cost of the Raingarden Project, which will be finalized at a future date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Bylaw and Finance Update – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that he will put together a list of proposed bylaw changes that were discussed at the July KIAA meeting to be submitted.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed gave an overview of committed and past spending as a follow up to the account balance update emailed prior to the meeting.  It was determined to maintain one KIAA account going forward, instead of two, and Ed named some follow up tasks that he would tend to in order to ensure KIAA is compliant with the city policy, and it was also determined to maintain a May 31<sup>st</sup> fiscal year end and coincide with the annual election of the KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark requested funding from KIAA for the replacement of 3 picnic tables and a sound system.  A vote was deferred until ownership of the space where the picnic tables is housed could be confirmed.  Additionally, it was suggested that the Rec Center request funding from the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto/Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Chief Ohotto shared that police reports for ECLB were 69 in 2015 vs 2014 last year.  Most reports were misdemeanors.  He attributes the reduction to Matt Spies and his task force and the community involvement at the beach, as well as concerned residents calling 911 when incidents occurred.  Chief Ohotto recommended continued KIAA-funded hours and activities moving forward.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Subcommittee Meeting is on October 13<sup>th</sup> at 7PM, Kenwood Rec Center.  Residents are encouraged to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Permit Parking was discussed as a deterrent.  There is a Next Door thread discussing a petition to request it to deter beach attendance.  KIAA in the past has recommended that this is not a viable solution to deter crime, however agreed that the SubCommittee should reevaluate this as a solution to ensure that any recommendation reflects current views.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Amanda Vallone - beArtrageous</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda on behalf of beArtrageous proposed some activities for ECLB for 2016.  Activities would be for residents of all ages:  potlucks, craft parties, coffee and sunset gatherings, etc.  Activities would be funded by CPP or participants.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda requested funding from KIAA to fund Thrill Kenwood on October 24<sup>th</sup>.  The activity is a neighborhood dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at the corner of Penn and 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Proceeds go to Bridge for Youth, and emergency Shelter for for 10-17 year old youth.  KIAA approved $800 to fund the event, about 40% of the budget.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>MPRB Ice Rink Warming Hut – Cliff Swenson/Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>MPRB is considering updating the warming hut (without disruption to the footprint or skating area) at Lake of the Isles and across other rinks in the park system.  MPRB is beginning the process of informing city boards about the redesign, and if the project moves forward there would be a community engagement process in the future.  Goal is to have the project done by Fall 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Jeanette Colby/Shawn Smith/Jody Strakosch</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody updated from the Community Advisory Committee, which met recently and the Project Office is proceeding as if they have full funding.  Jody asked that the key elements of the project be a standing topic on the agenda going forward, including co-location, noise, vibration, etc.  Meetings occur the 4<sup>th</sup> Thursday of every month.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette offered to contact County Commissioner Marion Greene to see if we would conduct a public hearing to ask questions.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA agreed to distribute the SDEIS response to additional public officials.  The purpose is to gain support to get answers to those questions posed in the response, submitted to the Project Office in July 2015, that have yet to be answered.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, October 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met July 6th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Lisa Goodman, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee and KIAA Board Member-Elect), Jean Deatrick, and 2 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby nominated Matt Spies to the board and his appointment was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City of Minneapolis Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be August 26<sup>th</sup>.  Topic is TBD and Lisa is seeking input on ideas of broad interest to the ward.</li>\r\n	<li>NextDoor Kenwood will be increasingly used by the city for announcements and crime alerts, so neighbors are encouraged to sign up for the site.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion regarding street paving and repair.  Lisa encourages neighbors to call 3-1-1 to report any potholes in need of fill.  Major repaving for roads in need of repair could result in a potentially significant tax assessment for property owners on the street repaired.</li>\r\n	<li>Because of the buffer zone around parkland, it was emphasized that feral cats are not allowed in much of the Kenwood neighborhood, and should be reported to animal control.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report/Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Year end financial recaps were circulated to KIAA board members prior to the July meeting.  The balance sheet will be attached to the CPP annual report to be sent to the city.  KIAA fiscal year runs from June 1 to May 31 due to the timing of the election of the board in May.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA bylaws have not been updated in several years.  Ed offered to chair a subcommittee to review where updates should be made to allow more relevant communication methods, eg allowing electronic communication vs by US Mail.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP Annual Report – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the KIAA 2014 CPP Annual report be approved and sent to the city, and the motion was unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Dinkytown Historic Commercial Preservation – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The city is voting July 10<sup>th</sup> regarding preservation of the Dinkytown business district.  KIAA will circulate the letter from the preservation group should Kenwood residents wish to show support.  KIAA will not file a formal support with the city but voted to send a statement to the City Council in support of the Marcy Holmes Neighborhood Association (Dinkytown) in its adherence to its neighborhood small area plan.  Small area plans are developed with broad community input and may put parameters on developers to preserve neighborhood history and aesthetics.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Uptown Neighborhoods Working Group (UNWG) – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Per UNWG request, Josine attended the recent meeting of the working group and will provide input into the decisions and discussions related to the Uptown neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Raingardens Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The installations of raingardens in Kenwood continue to have interest in the neighborhood and Angie will continue to provide input and updates to Metro Blooms and KIAA.  20 Residences are approved to be funded by Metro Blooms and KIAA.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log Rolling continues to be a popular event – future dates will be announced on NextDoor Kenwood.  Open Water Swimming, sponsored by YWCA, is rolling out this summer.</li>\r\n	<li>Pledges have been raised for $1350 to fund a pop-up Adventure Park, 3 events to occur this summer.  Matt requested $750 in funding from KIAA to reach the goal of $3000 and for a fund to be established to be administered by KIAA to house the funding as it is collected.  Jeanette so moved and the motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Crime and Safety – Chief Ohotto provided an update in advance of the meeting that crime is down from prior years.  There are still some incidents that have required police response but of less frequency and severity vs prior summers.  Ed Pluimer reminded the board that $8K was allocated for increased police patrols this summer.  KIAA will continue to evaluate the effectiveness of the expenditure.</li>\r\n	<li>The next ECLB subcommittee meeting will be July 14<sup>th</sup> at Kenwood Rec Center and will be published on NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Supplementary Draft EIS Response – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS response was submitted to the board for review prior to the meeting.  There was a general discussion regarding edits related to construction impacts, property values.  Angie moved to approve the response with amendments, and the motion passed unanimously.  The amendments to increase the focus on the response relating to construction short term impacts (noise, vibration, road damage).  The KIAA response will be submitted to the Met Council, and a response will be requested, by the July 21<sup>st</sup> deadline.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Investing in Neighborhood Parks/Closing the Gap – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Minneapolis Park and Rec Board is conducting neighborhood hearings through late September to discuss the current state of Minneapolis Parks and those in need of repairs that may have been deferred.  Please see the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board for dates on upcoming hearings.  You can also email <a href=\"mailto:closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org\">closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org</a> for information and input.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, August 3rd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>June 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 1st, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and Jean Deatrich, and 3 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in June or July.  The next will be August 6<sup>th</sup>, topic is TBD.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa is sending out a weekly downtown event and construction alert including sporting and arts events and street closures.  Future emails will include the reconstruction of Hennepin at Lyndale, Nicollet Mall Reconstruction, etc. Residents can sign up for the weekly Friday email by emailing Lisa’s office.  She is hopeful that the information will help residents and visitors get around town a little easier with all the construction and exciting downtown events.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Streets events are starting, sponsored by the city and the Bicycle Coalition.  There will be road closures and roads will be open to pedestrians and bikers.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.openstreetsmpls.com/\">www.openstreetsmpls.com</a> for more information.</li>\r\n	<li>With the warm weather approaching, residents are advised to keep garages and homes locked when not home.  This will deter crimes of opportunity.  Also, keep valuables out of sight in your car, and keep your car locked even when it is in your garage.  Residents are encouraged to call 911 if you see any suspicious activity.  This will help control crimes of opportunity.</li>\r\n	<li>The City and the Park Board advise to water trees regularly, and advise against pruning ash trees, which can spread the Emerald Ash borer.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update (ECLB, “Hidden Beach”) – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Activities are being planned to increase resident usage of the beach.  Activities will mainly be sponsored by a 3<sup>rd</sup> party, not the Park Board or City.  Matt will submit an article to Hill and Lakes Press with more information in an upcoming issue.</li>\r\n	<li>The first log roll was held on Saturday May 30th with about 25 attendees.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Lake Swimming is in the planning stages, similar Lake Nokomis Open Swim.  The intent is to give residents the opportunity to swim in open water for exercise and triathlon training.  Also for trained swimmers that do not have access to a pool.  The open swim events will be managed by the YMCA.</li>\r\n	<li>Other events are being planned, such as morning meditations, arts events, and more.  Announcements will be shared via the Nextdoor Kenwood website, so please sign up for the site for alerts on upcoming events.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is working to see if a sign can be secured to post at the entrance of the beach area announcing the schedule of activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is doing an amazing job leading the ECLB subcommittee and KIAA appreciates his dedication and effort to bring fun activities to ECLB for everyone.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low outlined the revised neighborhood priority plan that was drafted to direct activities and advise the expenditure of Community Participation Program funds.  Changes to the former plan were advised in response to a recent survey of residents and ongoing KIAA priorities.  Kathy did not seek re-election and was handing the work off to the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Included in the plan is SWLRT work, additional police patrols for ECLB, monthly newsletter, and neighborhood programming activities.</li>\r\n	<li>The final revised plan will be submitted to the city and put on record in the KIAA archives.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS is now published which reflects co-location of Light Rail and Freight Rail.  LRT Done Right is drafting a response to the SDEIS (Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement).  Jeanette Colby proposed that KIAA utilize the LRT Done Right as a foundation to the response for KIAA.  The responses are due by July 6<sup>th</sup> unless an extension is granted.  KIAA will draft a response representative of views expressed by residents and an evaluation of the SDEIS.  Any resident can review the SDEIS at <a href=\"http://www.metrocouncil.org/\">www.metrocouncil.org</a>.  Residents are encouraged to review environmental findings and mitigation plans and provide input to the Met Council directly.  The City of Minneapolis and Park Board are each planning to submit a response to the SDEIS in addition to those of LRT Done Right and KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to be involved with the Citizens Advisory Committee.  KIAA did not support co-location of freight and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor, but will focus the feedback on mitigation that is needed as determined by the board for safety, vibration, noise, light, and economic potential adverse effects on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of KIAA Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby was elected to Chair of the Board.  Ed Pluimer was re-elected as Treasurer.  Larry Moran was elected Vice Chair, to help oversee that transition of the position of Chair to Jeanette.  Shawn Smith was re-elected to Secretary.  The website will be updated by Jean Deatrich to reflect the officers for the next annual period.  It was noted that new members will be needed to continue the work of the board as some members have served for several terms and new resident participation is needed for succession planning.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2015 KIAA 4<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA had its 4<sup>th</sup> annual gathering on May 5<sup>th</sup> in Downtown Kenwood, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">In attendance were the KIAA board, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene, MPRB Anita Tabb, Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, 8 serving board members up for re-election, and approximately 80 neighbors.</p>\r\nThe gathering began at 6PM. The weather was great and everyone enjoyed complimentary Red Wagon Pizza and beverages provided by KIAA. Janet Hallaway from The Bridge for Youth was available to answer questions regarding her organization and to take donations. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM. He stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year: SWLRT work including work on the CAC and mitigation of potential adverse effects to the neighborhood, support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Movies in the Park, Kenwood Carnival, and the Skating Party. He also introduced Matt Spies, who leads the subcommittee working to address concerns over East Cedar Lake “Hidden” Beach. Angie Erdrich gave an update on the Raingarden to be constructed at Kenwood Corner in August 2015.\r\n\r\nLarry introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to himself: Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Ed Pluimer, and Shawn Smith. Larry made the motion for re-election, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood. If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us. If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> April 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">The KIAA Board met April 6, 2015, at Kenwood Rec Center.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Board Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Others present: Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and other Kenwood residents</p>\r\n\r\n<h1><strong>7th Ward Update - City Council Member Lisa Goodman </strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping on most north/south streets will be the week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; east/west streets and the remaining north/south streets will be the week of April 20<sup>th</sup>. Yard waste pickup begins week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; use compostable bags or yard waste containers.</li>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be on Wednesday April 29<sup>th</sup>. Olga Viso, Executive Director of the Walker Art Center, will give an in-depth look at the Walker’s $75 million renovation plans, including the Sculpture Garden and improvements to the hill and along Vineland Place. As usual, please arrive between 11:30 - 11:45 am to get lunch and a seat for the program.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa Goodman is also arranging a visit to the Minneapolis Emergency Operations Center the week of May 4<sup>th</sup> for interested residents. The Center was moved to Fridley and improved after the 35W bridge collapse. Space will be limited. Notice will be sent to anyone who is signed up for her regular notices by email. (Email her office if you would like to be added to her distribution list.)</li>\r\n	<li>Some qualified residents of CIDNA and Lowry Hill have volunteered to be on the Kenilworth Station Art and Landscape Committee that will look at station area design for some of the Minneapolis Southwest Light Rail stations. Selections will be made soon; contact Lisa Goodman’s office if anyone else is interested. KIAA expressed the strong interest in having this committee consider ways that the presence of a station could have a positive impact on problems at East Cedar Lake beach. Lisa Goodman thinks the committee will be focused only on the station design.</li>\r\n	<li>The owners of 1800 Lake/Knox project have stopped pumping water from the basement of the building into Lake Calhoun in accordance with the consent decree.</li>\r\n	<li>The City’s composting program has started; organics can be taken to drop-off sites listed at <a href=\"http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996\">http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996</a>. One of the drop-off sites is the South Transfer Station, 2850 20th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55407. Organics pick up will start in April 2016 for the Kenwood neighborhood. Homeowners will be charged for the service whether they sign up for pick up or not.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The East Cedar Lake Beach KIAA subcommittee recently met and also conducted an online survey. Survey results will be posted on NextDoor; there was interest in log-rolling, which could be once/week in partnership with the maker of synthetic logs who lives in the area, as well as point-to-point swimming across Cedar Lake. The Park Board indicated that they would be supportive of this swimming by providing a lifeguard and allowing this activity, which normally is prohibited.</li>\r\n	<li>The subcommittee discussed that the Park Police are best situated to determine when to deploy extra policing funded by KIAA. Josine Peters introduced a resolution to allocate an additional $3,000 (when added to the previously approved $5,000, for a total of $8,000) of remaining KIAA NRP funds to the Police Buy-Back contract with the City. Jack Levi seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Another idea for positive programming at the Beach is a canoe paddle derby. Jeanette Colby has confirmed the details for one KIAA-sponsored event for all ages: the Open Eye Figure Theatre Driveway Tour will be on Friday, June 5th at 7 p.m. at East Cedar Lake Beach. Residents are invited to picnic and enjoy an innovative puppet show. Jeanette Colby introduced a resolution approving $400 for the event; Kathy Low seconded and it passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Long-term solutions to the problems at the Beach were also discussed at the subcommitee’s recent meeting. Some of the Park Board’s ideas to be considered in the future include fixing up trails and constructing restrooms. <strong>The</strong> suggestion that a CAC be formed as a forum for discussing these kinds of changes was met with enthusiasm.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>SWLRT Discussion - Kathy Low</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy provided an update on the 106 review (environmental review process re: adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties in the neighborhood). KIAA continues to use the PVN consulting firm to assist in our role as consulting party in this process. Kathy proposed a resolution to approve a contract with PVN for 2015 and to add $2,000 to the contract with the City using Neighborhood Priority Plan funds to cover this cost. The consultant will discuss with KIAA what scope of work is requested for each future meeting. It is possible that CIDNA will share in the cost of the consultant’s time to prepare and attend meetings<strong>.</strong> The motion was seconded and carried unanimously. Kathy will attend the next 106 meeting on April 22<sup>nd</sup> and KIAA will seek a new representative for future meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>KIAA Annual Gathering – Angie Erdrich, Ed Pluimer</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> outside the downtown Kenwood businesses on West 21<sup>st</sup> Street beginning at 6 pm. BeARTrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Ed proposed a resolution to allocate $100 each to help with expenses those two businesses will incur as well as funds to cover other KIAA expenses for supplies for the event. Kathy Low seconded and the resolution passed unanimously. Delicious individually-prepared pizza will be prepared on site by Red Wagon Pizza. There will be a brief presentation by Chair Larry Moran at 6:30 describing KIAA activities. The 2015-2016 KIAA board will then be elected: new board members are needed and encouraged to attend. Last year was a huge success and all residents are welcome. Donations to the Bridge for Youth will be accepted.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:25 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, May 4th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on 21<sup>st</sup> Street in front of the Kenwood businesses as described above. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident in each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kiaa55405@gmail.com.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met March 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee), Dr. Eric Larson, and 6 other attendees and neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>No Update this month</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto provided an update on how KIAA funding was utilized in the summer of 2014 beach season. A total of 93 hours were utilized by park police for a budget cost of $6084, over the authorization of $5000 by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Most offenses at ECLB are due to narcotics and alcohol. Submitted for the minutes was a 10 year recap of police reports. 2014 had 101 reports written (not necessarily arrests)</li>\r\n	<li>Chief would like to continue to have “buy back” patrols in 2015 and to have funding in place before June for proactive presence at the beach. The Chief’s recommendation was to have an officer present from 11AM till 4PM on scheduled days (from buy back funding), so as not to double up coverage that is regularly scheduled after 2PM till 10PM, based on availability. He also recommended the board reach out to the 5<sup>th</sup> Precinct City Attorney for partnership in increasing awareness of repeat offenders. Further, to reach out to Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams for support.</li>\r\n	<li>Preceding the recommendation of the Hidden Beach task force, which will be provided to KIAA later in March, Jeanette Colby made a motion to authorize $5000 initially pending the recommendation of the committee (to be finalized March 17<sup>th</sup> at the rec center at 6:30, public welcome) and to be revisited at a later date in case extra funding is needed due to ideas that come from the task force. Josine Peters seconded. Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Larry Moran provided an update from the Community Advisory Committee meeting (Jody Strakosch is the neighborhood CAC representative), which occurs the last Tuesday of each month. Topics included Development Reviews, Community Works, and Design and Engineering. The primary issue was the SDEIS which will be delayed until late Spring or early summer, or later. This is important as SDEIS would speak to the environmental impact of co-location of freight and LRT in the Kenilworth Corridor with a single tunnel. Once complete, the public will have a 45 day period to comment.</li>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low provided an update on the 106 review (adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties). In December, KIAA sent a letter outlining concerns on this topic. MnDot agreed to expedite traffic studies to assess impact of project. It remains unclear what, if any, mitigation will be done to mitigate potential adverse impacts on historic properties. Motion carried unanimously for Kathy Low to send the letter regarding KIAA position on the channel. Motion also carried unanimously to authorize an additional $500 to pay the consultants PVN to help KIAA prepare a response letter to the most recent 106 consultation meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>Dr. Eric Larson, neighbor, addressed the board regarding the transportation of flammable liquids through the Kenilworth Corridor alongside SWLRT. He sent a letter to Fire Chief Fruetel asking him to explore the inherent danger of, and a plan to manage and mitigate the damage in the event of a spill or fire resulting from an ethanol train accident. Construction of the shallow tunnel will occur 12 feet from the freight rail track. Motion carried unanimously to endorse the letter.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn Smith made a motion to update, sign on behalf of KIAA, and send a letter to Senator Dibble recapping the discussion on outstanding questions on SWLRT from the last two meetings, to outline where information is needed and outstanding concerns that are not addressed. Seconded by Josine, carried unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Sculpture Garden Renovation – Josine Peters (minutes addendum)</h1>\r\n<strong>Statement:</strong>\r\n\r\nAs part of the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden renovation, the Walker Art Center will temporarily remove most sculptures. Many will be in storage, but others will be on short- or long-term loan to a number of Twin Cities institutions so that the public can still enjoy them during the construction project. The Walker is still in conversation with these potential partners and is identifying particular works for relocation. No official decisions have been made.\r\n\r\nOne thing we know for certain is that the Frank Gehry <em>Standing Fish</em> will be relocated from the Cowles Conservatory in order to reimagine that particular space. A formal announcement will be made in early 2015 announcing the relocation of specific artworks and their locations.\r\n\r\nMore information can be found on Minneapolisparks.org. Search under “current projects”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Carnival</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Motion carried unanimously to authorize $750 Kenwood Carnival.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> in front of the Kenwood Restaurant, 6-7:30. BeArtrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Food will be Red Wagon Pizza. New prospective board members are welcome. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Volunteers are Needed for Earth Day Cleanup.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meet on Saturday, April 25<sup>th</sup> at the Kenwood Rec Center. 9:30-noon. More info to come in April.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>February 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met February 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; 4 neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1>Lunch with Lisa on Feb 25<sup>th</sup> and the topic is TBD at the time of this meeting. There will be a communication shortly to provide interested residents the time, place and topic. The last lunch was well attended with a speaker from the Youth Homelessness Initiative.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There is a wrecking permit pulled for a residence at 2536 Upton S for a replacement house.</li>\r\n	<li>Property valuation notices for 2015 have been mailed to residents. If residents would like to have a review for equalization of their property value, it must be done at this time. If you believe your property is not correctly assessed, please refer to the City of Minneapolis website for instructions. You will need to pull your own comparative properties and submit an application for review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update, Section 106 Review (potential affects of SWLRT on historic properties) – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that the next SWLRT section 106 consultation meeting is 2/6. KIAA will attend the meeting along with the other consulting parties; SWLRT project staff, the State Historic Preservation Office, City of Minneapolis, the Park Board, CIDNA, and others. This meeting concerns solely the impact on the historical Kenilworth Channel crossing. Adverse effects on neighborhood historic properties from construction as well as operation of the trains and related traffic will continue to be the top focus of KIAA at future 106 meetings. Jeanette Colby motioned to approve $500 for the KIAA retained consultants Preservation Design Works to attend the meeting, Josine Peters seconded. The motion was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a follow up discussion led by Larry Moran regarding the need for specifics from the SW Project office for what to expect in 2015 on the project to be able to inform residents and how best to obtain that information. Suggestions that were made would be finalized after the meeting as a follow up but included contacting representatives to request their attention to any concerns that are not being addressed.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Larry Moran</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA task force is continuing to work on solutions for the 2015 beach season. The importance of continuity was stressed for a neighborhood strategy to address neighborhood concerns regarding the beach. If KIAA funds extra park police patrols in 2015, KIAA would work with funding recipients to align on how the money would be spent, and would look to include Chief Ohotto and Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams in the conversations. Jack Levi to follow up with Kathy Williams for an update from the task force on long term strategies and next steps.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> January 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 5, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Vice Chair Mike Bono called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; Dan Pennie, Anne Carayon, Dylan Thomas (SW Journal), Jean Deatrick (Hill and Lakes Press), Bruce Brunner, Donna Minter, Jody Strakosch\r\n\r\n7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman\r\n<h1><em> </em>Lunch with Lisa on Jan 28<sup>th</sup> will feature a Youth Homelessness speaker. RSVP to Lisa’s office is appreciated.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>SWLRT. There will be CIDNA, KIAA, Bryn Mawr, and Cedar Lake Park Association representation on committees regarding the W 21<sup>st</sup> St and Penn Ave stations. The city is seeking individuals with landscape architecture experience to serve on the committees and give input on environmental mitigation and remediation strategies.</li>\r\n	<li>A CIDNA homeowner described damage to homes on Sunset Blvd from the recent Met Council sewer reconstruction project. The Met Council and its contractor have not satisfactorily addressed the homeowners’ property damage claims according to the testimonial. Kathy Low brought forth a resolution for discussion, similar to one recently passed by CIDNA, requesting that the Met Council revise processes to resolve damage disputes and compensate property owners who suffer damage due to Met Council projects, especially in light of the proposed SWLRT construction. Discussion on how to engage state and city leadership is an issue that is common to neighborhoods at risk of damage by construction, for the agenda of a January 21<sup>st</sup> meeting. Kathy Low moved for approval of the resolution. Jeanette Colby seconded. Unanimously passed and final version was published to KIAA post-meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that on 1/7 the Park Board will vote on two resolutions – 1) request approval of funding to complete a study of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel for SWLRT 2) a letter to the FTA stating that input from the Park Board has not been duly considered (note: the Park Board subsequently voted to approve these motions in the 1/7 meeting). In the board’s materials for discussion is the KIAA Section 106 letter (which is in regard to the adverse effects of construction on historic districts or properties). This letter was approved between KIAA monthly meetings. There was a general discussion regarding upcoming opportunities for neighborhood input, potentially coordinating input with CIDNA and Cedar Lake Park Association, and the reliability of the funding for above mentioned mitigation strategies.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Property Resolution – Kathy Low</h1>\r\nHidden Beach Committee\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike Bono surfaced the discussion of the formation of a KIAA committee to proactively handle concerns for Hidden Beach. The committee chair description was developed by Chair Larry Moran prior to the meeting and was reviewed by the board members present. Angie Erdrich offered to get input on the draft description from Kathy Williams and the Hidden Beach committee she chairs currently.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nKIAA Annual Gathering\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The date of the Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. Preparations are underway and more details are to come. All neighbors are encouraged to join in the annual celebration of our neighborhood, and participate in the election of the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nRain Gardens\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich shared that 20 residents had applied for raingardens. A huge win for the</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>The Rain Garden grant is through Metro Blooms.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Addendum:</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The City of Minneapolis Public Works Department, after consultation with the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board, is working with a contractor to install a temporary diversion of the stormwater system from an outfall pipe in the Lagoon (between Lake of the Isles and Lake Calhoun) to the north shoreline of Lake Calhoun.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWork on the installation begain last week and is expected to be completed by January 16.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Mike Bono at 8:39 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<table width=\"640\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"9\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"4\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n&nbsp;','KIAA','','publish','closed','closed','','kiaa','','','2017-12-13 11:44:48','2017-12-13 17:44:48','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?page_id=1607',0,'page','',0),(1608,1,'2017-10-02 12:43:12','2017-10-02 17:43:12','','KIAA','','inherit','closed','closed','','1607-revision','','','2017-10-02 12:43:12','2017-10-02 17:43:12','',1607,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/10/02/1607-revision/',0,'revision','',0),(1609,1,'2017-10-02 12:43:25','2017-10-02 17:43:25','','KIAA','','inherit','closed','closed','','1607-revision-2','','','2017-10-02 12:43:25','2017-10-02 17:43:25','',1607,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/10/02/1607-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(1426,2,'2017-01-21 14:27:08','2017-01-21 20:27:08','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2016 meetings will be held on June 6, July 11, September 12, October 3, November 7, and December 5.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. 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Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2016 meetings will be held on June 6, July 11, September 12, October 3, November 7, and December 5.  (No meeting in August.)\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-152','','','2017-02-06 14:53:25','2017-02-06 20:53:25','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/02/06/240-revision-152/',0,'revision','',0),(1430,2,'2017-02-06 15:04:01','2017-02-06 21:04:01','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. 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Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2017 meetings will be held on January 9, February 6, March 6, April 3, May 1, and June 5.\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-155','','','2017-02-06 15:29:30','2017-02-06 21:29:30','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/02/06/240-revision-155/',0,'revision','',0),(1464,2,'2017-02-06 16:10:37','2017-02-06 22:10:37','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. 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Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2017 meetings will be held on January 9, February 6, March 6, April 3, May 1, and June 5.\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. 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Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2017 meetings will be held on January 9, February 6, March 6, April 3, May 1, and June 5.\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-157','','','2017-02-06 16:08:25','2017-02-06 22:08:25','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/02/06/240-revision-157/',0,'revision','',0),(1610,1,'2017-10-02 12:46:18','2017-10-02 17:46:18','&nbsp;\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n(click on a topic below to view)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#what\">What is KIAA?</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#message\">Message from KIAA Chair</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#listing\">Listing of Board Members</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#join\">Join a Committee</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#support\">Support Our Neighborhood</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#minutes\">KIAA Board Meeting Minutes</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Bylaws_2011.pdf\">KIAA bylaws (click for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-EEO-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA EEO Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-ADA-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA ADA Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/KIAA-Grievance-Procedure1.docx\">KIAA Grievance Procedure</a>\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"what\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>What is KIAA ?</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Isles Area Association</strong> <strong></strong>is a volunteer organization of Kenwood residents who, since 1962, have worked together in a collaborative effort to address issues and matters related to maintaining and improving the quality of life in our neighborhood. The neighborhood-elected Board of Directors generally meets the 1st Monday of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. These meetings are open to the public. The topics of discussion include:\r\n\r\nA City Council update from Lisa Goodman, our City Council representative\r\n\r\nA Treasurer’s report\r\n\r\nCommittee updates\r\n\r\nOther neighborhood updates/news\r\n\r\nWe invite you to attend our meetings and to become involved in the neighborhood by joining the Board or serving on one of our committees: Communications, Crime and Safety, Events/Special Projects, Light Rail Transit (LRT), Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP), and Zoning.\r\n\r\nWe also invite you to participate in our neighborhood events which include:\r\n\r\nThe City of Lakes Loppet and neighborhood skating party in late January/early February\r\n\r\nOur annual neighborhood meeting in May\r\n\r\nSpecial events in Kenwood Park during the summer\r\n\r\nThe Twin Cities Marathon in early October.\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA Mission Statement</strong> – To build a strong community in the Kenwood-Isles area by providing leadership, information on local matters, and a forum for issues resolution.\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Mascot</strong>, Egret (Why the Egret you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Color</strong>, Red (Why red you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\"><img title=\"egret-red\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"448\" height=\"261\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Message from KIAA Chair</strong> –\r\n\r\nThe KIAA Board continues to work on issues affecting Kenwood residents. These issues include:\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li><strong>Light Rail</strong>. The planned construction of light rail in the neighborhood brings both great opportunity and challenge. Connecting to a growing system will allow residents access to the western suburbs, both downtowns, the northern suburbs, and the airport. We face two challenges with the arrival of light rail: we need to ensure that it moves safely through the neighborhood; we need to work to make sure that is has the least impact on the neighborhood and the environment. To that end, we have neighbors on the various committees that are making decisions on design, station areas, and the mitigation of the overall effect the project will have on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Freight Rail Re-Route</strong>. The approved plan for the light rail construction requires the reroute of the freight line out of the Kenilworth Corridor (because of space constraints). Currently, there is discussion to redesign the project in order to allow both light rail and freight rail to run in the corridor. KIAA Board members are involved in meetings that discuss the issue and are trying to make sure resident concerns are heard.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Parade Road</strong>. Though it is not in Kenwood, the reconstruction of the road in front of Parade Ice Garden affects many residents. We have followed the discussions and have heard presentations from Anita Tabb, our Park Board Representative.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>The Budget</strong>. As we faced last year, budget issues are affecting Kenwood Recreation Center. We are working closely with the management of the center to offer whatever help we can.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\nWe invite your input and involvement in any of these issues. We also are glad to hear from you about any other issue you think is affecting the quality of life in our neighborhood. Join us for our monthly board meeting. Volunteer to be part of the board or work on specific board committees (e.g., LRT, zoning, communications, crime and safety). Visit our new website (<strong><a href=\"../../\">http://kenwoodminneapolis.org</a></strong>) and stay informed on neighborhood events and news.\r\n\r\nThanks and have a great spring!\r\n\r\nKIAA Board Chair\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"listing\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Shawn Smith (Chair)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Larry Moran (Vice Chair) </strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Jack Levi (Secretary)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:jack@levicapital.com\">jack@levicapital.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Matthew Spies (Treasurer)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>matthew.spies@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Michael Bono</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:mbono@brocade.com\">mbono@brocade.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Mark Brown</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:pluim2020@aol.com\">M</a>ark@AcceleratedInnovations.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong><a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><a href=\"mailto:angie_sandeep@yahoo.com\">angie_sandeep@yahoo.c</a>om\r\n\r\n<strong>Carl Goldstein</strong>\r\n\r\ncarl@wordsonfire.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Kyle Leier</strong>\r\n\r\nKyleier@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeremy Nichols</strong>\r\n\r\njsn@umn.edu\r\n\r\n<strong>Will Stensrud</strong>\r\n\r\nwillstensrud@gmail.com\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div><strong>Join a Committee</strong> – The <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> would love to have more neighborhood participation on our standing committees. We need your ideas on how to make the <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> even better and more relevant to everyone in the neighborhood. Any one who lives or owns property in the Kenwood neighborhood is eligible to join. If you are interested in participating, please contact any of the committee members listed:</div>\r\n<table width=\"810\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Communications </strong>(Chair is vacant) –This committee works toward better communication among neighbors, KIAA Board members, and other organizations and entities. It also works to promote the Kenwood neighborhood.Responsibilities include:</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Publishing the semi-annual KIAA newsletter and monthly e-newsletter</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the KIAA web site</li>\r\n	<li>Creating/maintaining the neighborhood welcome kit</li>\r\n	<li>Developing communication materials and methods</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the neighborhood e-mail distribution list</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong> Chair is Mark Johnson – <a href=\"mailto:mjruns26@gmail.com\">mjruns26@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee works to promote safety in the Kenwood neighborhood.Goals include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Keeping the community safe</li>\r\n	<li>Educating residents about safety issues</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating information about crimes in the area in a timely and accurate manner</li>\r\n	<li>Recruiting block leaders</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining a relationship with the Minneapolis Police Dept. and Crime Prevention Specialist</li>\r\n	<li>For more information or to subscribe to the quarterly e-newsletter for our precinct (the 5th) visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>or text SPOTLIGHT to 22828.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Events/Special Projects</strong> Chair is Amy Lucas – <a href=\"mailto:amylucas@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">amymlucas@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee plans neighborhood events and works with the Kenwood Recreation Center staff and other neighborhood associations to co-sponsor events. It also addresses issues of current interest to neighborhood residents and ensures KIAA representation on community task forces.Some of the annual events coordinated by this committee are:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Skating party</li>\r\n	<li>Earth day/community cleanup day</li>\r\n	<li>Neighborhood Annual Meeting</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>LRT</strong> Chair is Jeanette Colby – <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\" target=\"_blank\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\nHennepin County and the Met Council are planning a light rail line (SWLRT) between Eden Prairie and downtown Minneapolis that would run along the Kenilworth Trail through the Kenwood neighborhood. KIAA has taken an active role in advocating for high design standards and mitigation that protect our parks and neighborhood.Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Attending community meetings</li>\r\n	<li>Drafting resolutions</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with the KIAA Board and neighbors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong></strong><strong>NRP </strong>Chair position is vacant\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as liaison with the Minneapolis Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) and with the new Minneapolis Neighborhood &amp; Community Relations (NCR) Department.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Management of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Solicitation of neighborhood projects to be recipients of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Completion of required paperwork</li>\r\n	<li>Development and implementation of our NRP Phase II plan</li>\r\n	<li>Communication with NRP staff and neighborhood activists citywide regarding NRP matters</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and written materials required by new Minneapolis NCR Department</li>\r\n	<li>Frequent updates regarding NRP and Minneapolis NCR/NCEC matters at KIAA Board meetings</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Zoning</strong> Chair is Larry Moran – <a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as the liaison between neighborhood homeowners seeking variances or conditional use permits and the KIAA Board.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Responding to neighbor’s questions regarding neighborhood zoning rules</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating the variance or conditional use permit process to neighbors</li>\r\n	<li>Meeting with neighbors to review any variance or conditional use permit requests</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with Minneapolis zoning and planning officials</li>\r\n	<li>Presenting requests for variances or conditional use permits to the KIAA Board</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"support\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Support Our Neighborhood – </strong>Your membership helps<strong> KIAA</strong> support neighborhood projects and events. Click on the link below to download a PDF of the membership form, then print out the form:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?attachment_id=113\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-113\">KIAA_Membership form (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform.gif\"><img title=\"KIAA Membership Form\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform-150x150.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\r\n<div>-<strong>July 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 7/10/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center<ins cite=\"mailto:Lucas%20Lucas\" datetime=\"2012-07-16T18:56\"></ins></p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Absent:  Mark Brown.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the  “50% design regarding Peavey Plaza”</li>\r\n	<li>The Penn/Oliver reconstruction project continues; the Penn Ave S setback has been approved. You can go to the Penn Oliver website for more information. Hard finish will be before 8/25/17, before school starts</li>\r\n	<li>The home on 2431 W22nd St is a potential teardown: No news yet regarding this property</li>\r\n	<li>Aug 1, 2017 is National Night Out: Permit application is by July 18<sup>th</sup> to avoid $100 fee.</li>\r\n	<li>Kmart on Lake St: The City is thinking about alternative locations for KMart. The City owns the land and building and the lease expires in 2050. Kmart’s demands are currently not acceptable to the City, so there is a deadlock for now on negotiations.</li>\r\n	<li>Regarding the 35W reconstruction: Starting in August, Interstate 35W will be under construction between I-94 in downtown Minneapolis and 46th Street. Bridges across 35W will be repaired or reconstructed.</li>\r\n	<li>The Pirate Mermaid event is on July 15 1-3pm. Need help with pirate booty and lemonade; Jeanette has offered to help.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a photo area for families to take pictures</li>\r\n	<li>Has KIAA done a neighborhood walking tour? Amanda thinks it would be a good idea. She will propose something.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake event – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The family event that took place in June resulted in commotion at the beach. The police presence diminished after that.  Then, another day following this commotion, there was a fight at the beach, followed by confrontation between the beachgoers and the police.  Following these events, KIAA met with the police; Matt sent a memo to the KIAA Board regarding this meeting with the police 2 weeks ago.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding encampments at Hidden Beach (as well as around South Minneapolis).</li>\r\n	<li>Ron wants to go over photos for ideas regarding paths for walking around the Hidden Beach area, as well as other parts of Cedar Lake. KIAA would like to hear his ideas and then form a committee to steer ideas into reality.</li>\r\n	<li>South Cedar Beach will be re-designed as a result of a private donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>John Peterson</strong>\r\n\r\nThis organization makes saunas available by bringing the sauna to the public. It is a mobile sauna 20X8 ft. John was referred to the park board to obtain a permit.\r\n\r\nThe company is now a coop and they are trying to expand. They currently have 141 members.\r\n\r\nJohn would like to do an event in August 2017 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nJeanette raised the issue that beach goers should be invited to make reservations, not just Kenwood residents. In general, the KIAA board that this would support the KIAA objective for positive programming at the beach.\r\n\r\nThe Motion for sauna operation at Hidden Beach by Will was approved by all.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\nMatt gave a KIAA financial report covering current account balances and monthly financial activity.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>2017 Neighborhood Priority Plan– Mike Bono</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe following was approved by the KIAA Board today:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) is participating in the Community Participation Program (CPP) for Minneapolis neighborhood organizations. CPP is a city program designed to give residents and property owners the power to improve or maintain their own neighborhoods and direct city resources to fit their needs.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe goal of Neighborhood Priority Plans is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners. Neighborhood Priority Plans must be developed and adopted through a thorough neighborhood participation process. The plan identifies preliminary neighborhood priorities (as identified by the neighborhood) and potential partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the result of the neighborhood survey, KIAA proposes to use its Community Participation Program funds allocated to the Neighborhood Priority Plan as listed below:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n1) Support community outreach and consulting services related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n2) Provide funding for landscaping around Lake of the Isles and for spreading awareness about preserving Cedar Lake Park.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n3) Provide funding for increased crime prevention and safety activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n4) Support the Kenwood Recreation Center, Kenwood School, and local businesses with funding for programming activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n5) Continue to fund a resource to assist KIAA with its communication efforts.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSpecifically, the proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan would include but no be limited to:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Supporting cooperative efforts with surrounding neighborhoods and organizations to minimize negative impacts on the Kenilworth trail as a result of the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Provide funding to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Continuing annual support of additional police patrols at East Cedar Lake Beach and other crime prevention activities such as increased police patrols in the alleys.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Contracting for part-time help to continue the monthly e-newsletter, and other communication efforts including developments regarding LRT.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Providing funding for educational programming and social activities with Kenwood School</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on September 11, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a>June Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met June 5<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</strong></p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1>Highlights from the KIAA Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Annual Gathering was held on Monday May 8<sup>th</sup> (rain date)</li>\r\n	<li>Total attendees were approximately 100.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2017-2018 board was elected, including 3 new board members (Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein).  Josine Peters stepped down, and we thank her for her service.</li>\r\n	<li>Speakers included Louise Erdrich regarding the renovation of the former Stephen Dean’s Tailors space, and Deb Pilger from MPRB regarding goats at Hidden Beach.  MetroBlooms and Hennepin County Recycling set up information tables.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction utility and roadwork is beginning.  The work will be completed by early fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Lunch with Lisa Field Trip will happen June 21<sup>st</sup> at 11:45AM.  You can choose from an Arts Tour of the Sculpture Garden, or a Hard Hat Tour of The Target Center Renovation.  Please contact Lisa’s office, as space is limited.  The next Lunch with Lisa is in September and will cover the Peavey Plaza renovation.</li>\r\n	<li>The City will not be able to ban plastic bags from grocery stores as originally planned (due to state legislative pre-emption).  The City is exploring other options and strategies to reduce the use of plastic bags.</li>\r\n	<li>Household hazardous waste events are occurring in June, July, and August.  The city will recover or recycle paint, solvents, etc. for free.  The next two are June 23-24 at the Public Works Facility (3607 E 44<sup>th</sup> St), and July 28-29 at Jenny Lind Elementary (5025 Bryant Ave N)</li>\r\n	<li>There was an open discussion on plastic bags, organic composting, downtown crime</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Election of Officers - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board elected officers for the 2017-2018 season, and welcomed three new directors.  The new KIAA board was unanimously approved by vote; Chair:  Shawn Smith.  Vice-Chair:  Larry Moran.  Treasurer:  Matt Spies.  Secretary:  Jack Levi.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nConflict of Interest Policy - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Board approved the KIAA Conflict of Interest Policy by email voting on April 26<sup>th</sup>, 2017.</li>\r\n	<li>Each board member signed the policy which is designed to 1) protect public trust in the integrity of the KIAA-decision making process and 2) to establish the procedures applicable to the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest in the context of transactions or arrangements entered into by KIAA where a member may have a financial interest in or fiduciary responsibility towards an entity with which KIAA is negotiating a transaction or arrangement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that donations in 2017 were down more than 50% vs. 2016.  This needs to be a focus for the upcoming fiscal year.  Jeanette made a motion to approve reimbursements as noted on financial detail.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Oriole Feeding Installations/Prairie Restoration Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie requested reimbursement for $192 to support the installation of the Oriole Feeding Station, to plant new plants in the prairie restoration area and food for the orioles.  The plants are consistent with the strategy as they are part of the natural environment for the prairie and orioles.  The funding was already approved at the April meeting and is under budget so was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Programming– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown and Will Stensruud planned the June 10<sup>th</sup> Family Beach Opener.  Artrageous is hosting activities for kids.  Jeanette moved to approve $300 for food and refreshments and not more than $500.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Summer Solstice Celebration on Wednesday, June 21<sup>st</sup>.  Artrageous is hosting the solstice party and it will be shared via social media.</li>\r\n	<li>Yoga is free to the public (hosted by KIAA) is held every Thursday at 7PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Open water swims start Monday June 19<sup>th</sup>.  Participants must sign up with the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Jim Gilroy Bench Dedication – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA last year lost a beloved board member, Jim Gilroy.  Thanks to the generosity of Kenwood residents, Jim’s friends and family, a bench was purchased in his memory on the Lake of the Isles Walking Path, across from Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church.  On Sunday, June 25<sup>th</sup> (1-5PM) there will be a dedication picnic.  All are welcome to attend to celebrate his life.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Park Board Update – Mark Holtey\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Rec Center will receive a Little Library this month.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Minnesota Zoomobile Presentation Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> at the Kenwood Park Picnic area from 1-1:45PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Movies in the Park at Kenwood Part resumes Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> 15 minutes after dusk.  This month’s showing will be <em>Hidden Figures</em>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on Monday, July 10th, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met April 3<sup>rd</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</strong></p>\r\n<strong> <img title=\"More...\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-includes/js/tinymce/plugins/wordpress/img/trans.gif\" alt=\"\" />Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown, Angie Erdrich, and Matt Spies.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick.</strong>\r\n<h1><strong><em> </em></strong></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction is scheduled to begin within a couple of months. The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting reviewing the project on April 25<sup>th</sup> at 6:30 at the Kenwood Rec Center.  There will be a separate public meeting on the assessment, tentatively scheduled for May 9<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>The April 26<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will host representatives from the Park Board and Walker Sculpture Garden.  They will discuss public art and sculpture, including updates on the Walker.  Please call Lisa’s office to order a lunch in advance ($10).</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping begins April 11. <a href=\"http://www.minneapolis.gov/streetsweeping\">www.minneapolismn.gov/publicworks/streetsweeping</a>.  Please be sure to follow parking restrictions to avoid a ticket.  Yard waste bundles will also be picked up at the same time – place it with recycling for pickup.  Do not sweep into the street as it is damaging to the environment.</li>\r\n	<li>As Backyard Fire season begins, please observe City Rules:  Permitted only 9AM to 10PM, burn only untreated fire wood (no trash), fire must be 25 feet from a structure and in a fire ring.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>I-35W will be under rehabilitation starting Summer 2017-Fall 2021, between 43<sup>rd</sup> St S and 15<sup>th</sup> St.  Please see <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies (Pre-Report)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt pre-reported less than $2500 in expenditures for the month, which included payments for the Hill and Lake Press Annual Sponsorship, down payments for the annual gathering, and board liability insurance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>2552 W Lake of the Isles Variance – Ryan Smith, Tyler Hillger</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Construction on the vacant lot at 2552 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway will require two variances to build as designed:  1) Front Yard Setback.  Due to the curve of the street, the setback rule would place the house in violation.  The variance would allow the setback variance to be consistent with the adjacent homes.  As designed, the front of the home will be behind the front of the original home down in 2004.  2) Terrace Square Footage Maximum.  The planned terrace would be allowable if variance 1 is approved.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA did not make a motion on the variance and requested that the board be kept informed and adjacent neighbors directly engaged by the homeowner.</li>\r\n	<li>If approved by the city, construction would begin late summer 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP and Priority Plan</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to approve the 2016 KIAA CPP Annual Report, which will be submitted to the city.</li>\r\n	<li>Mike presented a Financial Interest and Fiduciary Responsibility conflict of interest policy, now required by Minneapolis, to preserve public trust in the integrity of KIAA decision-making process.  The policy, once signed, will also be posted to the KIAA website.  The policy will be voted on between meetings to allow board members time to review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Will reviewed the proposed budget for the summer of 2017 at $5450, to support programming: Yoga, Log Rolling, June 10 Summer Kickoff Party, BeArtrageous, and a Music Series.  Motions were made to fund June 10<sup>th</sup> Summer Kickoff ($1300), Yoga ($600 for 10 sessions), the June 21<sup>st</sup> Solstice Party ($150), July 15<sup>th</sup> Pirates and Mermaids ($500).  Approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         An additional expenditure of $2000 was proposed to buy a generator to fill a bounce house for weekly events.  Due to liability concerns, the subcommittee was asked to go back and research further prior to a vote on the funding.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering May 1<sup>st</sup> – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Gathering is 6-7:30 at Kenwood Corner</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA board members are requested to sign up for tasks.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.  Current board members were requested to announce their intent to run prior to the next meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project Updates – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn provides updates on this standing topic, the #1 priority for the board per the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey.</li>\r\n	<li>County Transit Improvement Board did not vote unanimously from disbanding, with Dakota County voting against without a larger payout, and Hennepin County against because commissioners knew that CTIB would not disband.  It remains to be seen whether a county sales tax can be implemented to fund the missing state share of $135M</li>\r\n	<li>SWLRT and Bottineau line are not approved for funding in the new proposed federal budget.  84 State legislators signed a letter to Transportation Secretary Chao further requesting that funding be withheld because it did not have legislative support.</li>\r\n	<li>Files are advancing at the state level to remove/increase railroad liability for co-location, block any future light rail transit without state approval, and implement terms and elections to Met Council officials.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is the Annual Gathering on Monday, May 1st, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 6<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mark Brown, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n<h1> The Agenda Was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting held during the month of April, an announcement will be sent out on Next Door.  There will be a public hearing in May regarding the assessment.</li>\r\n	<li>The March 29<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will be an update on Peavey Plaza renovations.</li>\r\n	<li>Unspent and frozen NRP money will be returned to neighborhoods.  Kenwood received $1000 back.  The amount received by Kenwood for NRP was mostly spent in support of our neighborhood priorities.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA donated $750 to support the Kenwood School auction.</li>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the importance of managing the budget on a three-year cycle, tied to the funding cycle from the city.  Also discussed was ensuring that the budget would address reimbursable expenditures vs non-reimbursable expenditures that depend on neighbor contributions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt submitted a proposal to define objectives for the 2017 season, focusing on the implementation of 3 recurring activities such as puppet shows, yoga, log rolling, etc.  Additionally, how to engage the Park Board to implement improvements to the beach prior to SWLRT operations.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to take the lead on planning the programming.  Options will be discussed for future seasons to fund an intern to manage the programming and community outreach.  For 2017, a subcommittee will be formed to develop the action plan and report to the board at the April meeting.  Larry noted that it is important to share the plan at the annual neighborhood gathering on May 1<sup>st</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The gathering is May 1<sup>st</sup>.  Angie put together a to-do and sign up list for tasks that need to be completed to have a successful event.  The biggest issue to finalize is food.  KIAA is exploring different options that can reduce cost.  An option is to identify any neighborhood caterers or restaurant owners to support the event with food.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January Citizens Advisory Council meeting.   The Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District voted unanimously to permit SWLRT for construction through the waters that it manages.  Cedar Lake and the Kenilworth Channel drain into the creek and the Mississippi River, which MCWD manages.</li>\r\n	<li>On March 8<sup>th</sup>, County Transit Improvement Board voted to disband, clearing the way for Hennepin County to implement a 50 cent sales tax to fund SWLRT state share and ongoing operational costs.  However, because Dakota County voted against disbanding, there will be a process to follow where either CTIB will have one county member, or increasing the buyout to the county to gain their vote.</li>\r\n	<li>Full federal funding grant of $900M, if awarded, will happen by the end of June.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates:  Please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 3<sup>rd</sup>, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 6th, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Mark Brown, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Police Chief Ohotto, and 4 other residents.\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\nCity Council Update – Lisa Goodman\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner and contribute 7% of the total budget of $1M.  There will be a large neighborhood meeting held in advance to share details.  Work will be completed prior to fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The February 22<sup>nd</sup> Lunch with Lisa topic is Emergency Preparedness, including natural disasters and pandemic readiness.  Please contact her office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Ward 7 has been prioritized for the City’s Tree Planting Program.  Residents can get information and order trees March 6-12 at <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.  There will be a lottery, and those selected will be notified by March 22.  Trees will have a nominal cost to residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette provided an update on the parking situation in Downtown Kenwood.  She reported that the business owners did not support a KIAA proposed solution to add restrict parking to one side of 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Another possible solution is to clarify the parking signs on Penn Avenue in front of Kenwood School.  One resident from Oliver Ave expressed his concerns on the adverse effect he is experiencing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA dedicated $5000 for police overtime (80 hours of patrols).  2016 had the second lowest number of police reports since the lowest year (2008).</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The Chief continues to recommend a balance of extra patrols with the positive programming that has happened in the last 2 years.  Neighborhood involvement/usage of the beach is also important, vs. solely relying on police patrols.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Jeanette moved to spend $5000 for 2017 continued additional policing, pending the securing of city funding via the Neighborhood Priority Plan contract.  Mike will inform the board once city funding is confirmed.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The party was rescheduled for February 12<sup>th</sup> due to poor ice conditions.  KIAA will still contribute cookies towards the event.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Residents donated $747 last month, most in response to the annual newsletter.  KIAA also received some city reimbursements, totaling $2500.  KIAA appreciates the local funding of the neighborhood residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jean Deatrich has helped Matt mail thank you letters in response to all donations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Letter of Concern over 3020 Kenwood Parkway – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Calhoun-Isles Association is opposing the construction of a Residential High Rise on the Northeast Corner of Lake Calhoun that would possibly violate the Shoreland Overlay District and would certainly be in opposition to local ordinance.  The building would be 59 feet tall and out of character with the surrounding neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed a letter stating KIAA’s position that developers need to respect the overlay district not only for this project/lake but for future projects and other lakes.  This position supports the KIAA Neighborhood Priority of protecting the environment, lakes, and waterways.  The Overlay height restriction exists to protect the lake edge from out of scale development, shading, and wind concentration and a negative human caused impact on the environment.  Larry moved to send the letter, approved unanimously.  A response was received from CM Lisa Bender that it does not violate the Overlay Disctrict but does violate local zoning.  Jeanette is working with the city and C-I Association to clarify.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The annual gathering and board elections are May 1.  Any residents that would like to run for a board position are encouraged to contact KIAA; ssmith288@me.com.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         To reduce costs, new food alternatives will be considered for the annual gathering.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood School Request – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The School requested $750 in funding to be a sponsor of the Kenwood School Auction and Fundraiser.  KIAA supported this request in 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA view is that the funding supports the Neighborhood Priority of supporting robust programming and education our Kenwood School, which not only serves Kenwood children but children from other parts of the city.  Shawn moved to support the funding, unanimously approved.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January CAC meeting.   The Southwest Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that at the State Legislature GOP leadership is challenging that the Met Council will rely on the state to pay 50% of ongoing operating costs for light rail and transit but the state has no voice in which or how many projects are built.  That would mean that there is no elected voice in the regional transit plan and required state funding.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District is meeting on February 23<sup>rd</sup> to vote whether to approve permits for SWLRT construction and operation in areas that MCWD manages.  The MCWD is responsible for maintaining the water quality for the Watershed, which includes the Chain of Lakes.  The public comment period closed February 2<sup>nd,</sup> and many testified concerns about conflicts of interest with MCWD managers.  Most managers were appointed by Hennepin County Commissioners, that support the project.</li>\r\n	<li>As only 3 Kenwood properties are identified to have severe averse impacts, KIAA will consider funding an independent study of vibration and noise similar to one conducted at the Minneapolis/St Louis Park border.  The study would evaluate the Kenilworth Corridor north of the Kenilworth Channel.  Jeanette will contact the engineers to find out if there would be any benefit and what the cost would be.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will kick off the planning for ECLB programming for 2017.  He will solicit resident ideas.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJanuary 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 9th, 2017 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Will Stensrud, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Directors Absent:  Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mike Bono, Treasurer Matt Spies.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Snow Emergencies are communicated via Facebook, Instragram, Email/text alerts, City of Minneapolis Mobile App.  All residents are encouraged to sign up for alerts to be aware of when Snow Emergencies are declared.</li>\r\n	<li>Road Sand is available from the City Public Works Sites, to be placed in a barrel in areas that are needed.  Please contact Lisa’s office to request a barrel of sand.</li>\r\n	<li>Christmas Trees are recycled by the city.  Please put your trees at your regular pickup site.  Old Christmas lights can also be recycled; go to <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is January 25<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall.  The topic is Public Art, including a sneak preview of the Nicollet Mall art.  Lisa is always interested in constituents’ ideas for topics.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette brought to Lisa’s attention NRP survey results to get her perspective on what is within the city’s ability to address.  Many issues raised in the survey, including noise and excessive speed are regulated and difficult to enforce.  Any public works issues such as alley defects should be directed to Lisa’s office.  Jeanette will follow up with Lisa to address the continuing parking and alley access problem by Downtown Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Warming House – Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy shared that a volunteer group with representatives from from CIDNA, Lowry Hill and East Isles, the Minneapolis Parks Foundation, MPRB staff and local architects are considering that the warming house should be replaced, in part based on age (18 years old). The cost to bring the structure in and out by crane is increasing to $20K per year; a new structure designed to be more easily transported could make moving it less expensive. The idea being discussed is to change the structure into one that can be used all year, across different sites, for different purposes. There will be a design competition and funds raised. KIAA supports the idea of replacement but there was a discussion as to whether it\'s appropriate for KIAA to contribute neighborhood funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Treasurer Report – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Several contributions were received in January ($398) as a result of the Fall Newsletter.  KIAA appreciates the support and Matt will work with Jean to send acknowledgement letters to the donors.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie will provide via cookies for the party funded by KIAA.  The party is January 22<sup>nd</sup> from 1-3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Application – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will help manage the process for Rain garden applications and awarding grants from MetroBlooms.  This year is the third year of this partnership, and this year there will be no cost to KIAA.  KIAA will make an in-kind donation of time and resources to promote the initiative.  More information will be provided by the end of January.  Rain gardens support our NRP initiative of protecting the lakes and environment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Cedar Lake Orioles Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie is leading engagement with Kenwood School to reinstall Oriole feeding stations this spring.  Last year, orioles were abundant and several classes visited Cedar Lake Park to see them, accompanied by teachers and neighborhood volunteers.  This initiative is important because it drives more family and educational opportunities at Cedar Lake.  Angie requested $200 for laminated signs and feeding station supplies (food).  Jeanette moved to approve, unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering Planning Kickoff – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The annual gathering will be May 1<sup>st</sup> in downtown Kenwood, which includes food and election of KIAA officers.  In order to keep costs in check, other food options will be explored.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Communication Committee – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Will, Mark, and Jeanette will work with Jean regarding a communication committee and communication plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that CTIB is likely in the process of self-dissolving so that Hennepin County can raise the transit sales tax to .5%, to fund the missing $140M state share of funding.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion whether to contact the FTA regarding Met Council compliance to 2012 Certification Requirements for Federal Funding, and without a vote KIAA determined not to take any action.</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is contacting three LRT- adjacent property owners to discuss construction.  These are the only houses at 21<sup>st</sup> St that the Met Council deems to be impacted by LRT operations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The top 5 priorities from the survey were identified – SWLRT, Lakes/Parks/Environment, Kenwood Rec Center events, Hidden Beach Safety, and Kenwood School.  Jeanette wrote a summary report to share with anyone interested.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Calhoun Association is asking KIAA to support opposition to a 54 foot tall residential building to be built adjacent to Tin Fish on Lake Calhoun (replacing 3 existing homes).  The proposed structure would be within the Shoreland Overlay District which has a height restriction of 36 feet.  As an action taken between meetings, the proposal will be reviewed and voted on whether to support or not support the opposition.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board Police Chief Ohotto will be invited to attend the KIAA February Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>December 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 5th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis finalizes its 2017 budget on December 7th.  On November 30<sup>th</sup>, there was a public hearing; 45 people provided testimony on the mayor’s proposed budget. There was a significant organized effort to reduce proposed police budgeting in favor of more community based non-profit policing.  The mayor had proposed adding 15 additional sworn officers as 2016 had the lowest number of officers this decade, 100 less than 2009.  Neighborhoods Organizing for Change challenged that increase.  (Addendum Post KIAA Meeting:  December 7<sup>th</sup> saw a similar number of testimonials and content, and the budget was adopted with the 15 additional officers.)</li>\r\n	<li>The budget also proposes a new position of Small Business Navigator.  This position would assist small businesses in navigating the Minneapolis city laws and regulations.  Lisa supports up to 4 positions in order to help small business navigate the city’s complex licensing and codes.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa emphasized that the Final Truth in Taxation notices that were mailed in November did not include the voter approved school special taxation levy.  Therefore, property taxes are understated by approximately 10%.  Revised Final Notices will not be mailed.  (Note to residents:  look at your 2016 School District Voter Approved Levy to see approximately how much your 2017 taxes are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Car2Go is ending operations in Minneapolis because of two business conditions that created an inability for the company to be profitable.  1)  The city mandated that Car2Go distribute cars equitably throughout the city; however, because some neighborhoods had higher origination/destination usage than others, the company incurred high costs to redistribute cars, and some cars sat idle in lower-used neighborhoods.  Publicly, Car2Go cited that they were taxed/licensed at a car rental rate, which is higher than that of taxis and other ride-share services.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January after December 12ths Later with Lisa.  Lisa is interested in constituent input for topics for her schedule of 2017 lunches.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Board Member – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette introduced Will Stensrud, who with his family purchased a home in Kenwood one year ago.  Will asked to join the board to become more involved in the issues that shape Kenwood.  Jeanette motioned to approve his addition, and it was approved unanimously.  Welcome Will!</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>November was a busy month for SWLRT.  The FTA accepted testimony regarding Metropolitan Council accountability and adherence to process to determine certification for federal dollars for the next 4 years.  Many Kenwood residents sent testimony, including the LRT Done Right group.  Testimonials were published in last month’s Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn stated that there are two key next steps where KIAA will engage in SWLRT:  1) Follow up with the FTA to find out about how the neighborhoods testimony will be used, and will the findings be made available to the public, and 2) SWRLT construction and mitigation is the top issue surfaced in the annual NRP survey, and KIAA will continue to keep SWLRT as a standing KIAA meeting topic, and publish updates in the Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>LRT Done Right organization is engaging and meeting with key elected officials in the coming month to gain information and understanding of positions heading into the 2017 State Legislative Session.  Officials at the state, county, city, and park board will be met with.  KIAA’s position against residential development on the Kenilworth Trail/SWLRT line will be communicated.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reviewed the monthly balance sheet for KIAA as well as the expenditures and revenues for the month.  There was minimal activity during the month: payments made to Jean Deatrick and Post net for the Fall Newsletter, as well as a small payment to reimburse Pop Up Playground expense at “Hidden Beach,” and one donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA has submitted its Community Participation Program application for the upcoming three-year funding cycle by the City of Minneapolis, worth $25K annually to Kenwood.  KIAA is in the process of canvassing the neighborhood to determine the specific priorities to include in the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of NPP is to identify major initiatives for neighborhood organizations, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>The results of the Neighborhood Priorities survey were reviewed.  Top issues identified were SWLRT mitigation, protecting the lakes, East Cedar Lake Beach safety, supporting Kenwood Community Center activities/Common gathering place, more street lighting.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette noted that only 60 responses were received.  The link to the survey was put in the KIAA Fall Newsletter, Nextdoor, and Hill and Lakes Press.  Jean Deatrick will email out a link to her neighborhood email list and extend the deadline to December 18<sup>th</sup> to capture more feedback to feed the Top 5 Priorities.  There will also be future discussion on how to address other priorities received in written comments.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Lake of the Isles Warming House will be replaced.  The Park Board is considering a mobile structure that can be used all year.  Neighborhood Associations are being approached to provide funding.  There was discussion as to whether or not neighborhood funds should be used towards this project in light of the “Close the Gap” funding recently allocated to the Park Board, totaling $11M annually and funded by property tax increases.</li>\r\n	<li>Action taken between meetings:  The board approved up to $200 to place a sign in Downtown Kenwood to help address the continued concerns over parking issues.  It will direct patrons towards alternative parking locations and try to keep alley access clear.  Exact wording and structure is under discussion.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:27 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 9th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met November 7th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in November due to Thanksgiving.  On Monday December 12<sup>th</sup> at 4:30pm will be Later with Lisa, her annual holiday party.  It will be held at the Normandy Inn.  Cash bar, parking is free.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping is completed as of November 15th, as is yard waste pickup, for the season.  The city does not sweep alleys, leaf removal there is the responsibility of the home owner.</li>\r\n	<li>The house at 1204 Kenwood Parkway is under historic review.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction is on track to be complete by December.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa shared the Mayor’s 2017 Proposed Budget.  The board reviewed the budget and gleaned that the proposed levy increase is driven primarily by 1) 59 new positions in the city, 2) Park Board/City agreement on 20 Year Plan, 3) additional spending on social programs and grants to Non-Profit organizations.  The Truth in Taxation Hearing is November 30<sup>th</sup> at City Hall, and the budget will be adopted on December 7<sup>th</sup>.  Public testimony will be heard at both.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Monthly expenditures were for the Gilroy Memorial Bench and the Thrill Kenwood, offset by city funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody is the Citizen Advisory Committee representative to the Metropolitan Council and the CAC met last month.  Jody shared updates on SWLRT that were learned in the meeting.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>LRT trains normally sound a horn coming out of a tunnel, but it will not sound when emerging from the tunnel in the Kenilworth Corridor.  There are also bells on each train that sound at road crossings, but at 21<sup>st</sup> St these will not sound and there will be a stationary bell.  This will allow for less variance in the sound impact and more reliable noise mitigation.</li>\r\n	<li>Revenue service is estimated to begin in 2021.  Construction is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Construction will begin in Fall 2017 to move the freight lines in the Kenilworth Corridor; there will be five phases of construction in our neighborhood and it is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Met Council representatives will be going door to door to record structural conditions of homes in order to establish a baseline for potential damage as a result of construction.  Addresses/scheduling to be announced in December.  It is not determined how repairs will be handled that are a result of construction.</li>\r\n	<li>The CAC November meeting was cancelled.  At future meetings Jody will continue to press for information and we will share in this space.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended the FTA review of the Metropolitan Council’s certification on November 2<sup>nd</sup>.  The FTA certifies the Met Council every four years as a process to approve the Council to continue to receive federal funds.  Shawn shared that 5 speakers used SWLRT as an example where the Met Council did not consistently deliver against the objectives that the FTA measures against.  The public has until November 30<sup>th</sup> to provide testimony; if interested, please contact Shawn at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Applications</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sign Ups are now being taken for 2017 Good Steward Raingardens.  Raingardens on your property help reduce pollution in our lakes.  MetroBlooms and KIAA are teaming up to install reduced-cost raingardens for 15 Kenwood homeowners.  Cost is reduced through a Good Steward Grant (cost to homeowners will be approximately $350 for a $2,000 raingarden).  Email Laura Scholl to get on the list:  <a href=\"mailto:laura@metroblooms.org\">laura@metroblooms.org</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be applying for the next three-year cycle of funding by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program for $25K annually.  KIAA will submit its Community Participation Program application that will include the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of the Neighborhood Priority Plan is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the CPP application be approved, Mark seconded, unanimously passed.</li>\r\n	<li>A survey to solicit neighborhood input for the priority plan will be sent this month to ensure that monies are directed in the direction of projects that are valued by residents.  Here is the link: <a href=\"https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp\">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp</a>  (If link doesn’t work, type in your browser)</li>\r\n	<li>This season was one of the lowest in terms of police incidents in recent history.  The full end of season report will be published in the KIAA Fall Newletter, being mailed this month.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach end of season report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is receiving neighborhood impact letters from the Restorative Justice program from citations at East Cedar Lake Beach.  Fines can be waived if the cited writes a letter of atonement.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended October’s Lunch with Lisa.  The topic was the 20 Year Park Plan and it was covered in detail by Superintendent Jayne Miller and Board President Anita Tabb.  The Kenwood Park will not receive any funding from the 20 Year Park Plan as it is not a high priority park as determined by the Park and Rec Board.  Examples of criteria on how prioritization were assessed are Areas of Racially Concentrated Poverty, Populations of Color, Population Density, Youth Population, Asset Lifespan, and Neighborhood Density.  Kenwood Park will still receive its funding as part of the regular budgeting process.  Shawn learned that The Park Board will have approximately $11M of annual incremental funding via the city and park board levy.  Shawn also learned that if Minneapolis were to implement a $15 minimum wage, it would increase payroll for the Park Board by approximately $2.2M annually.  It was not clear how the Park Board would adjust the plan or mitigate the impact of that wage increase without affecting the 20 Year Plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:34 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 3rd, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood and Community Relations Department – Jack Whitehurst</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mr. Whitehurst represented the city for the annual board survey which the city is conducting.  The purpose of the survey is to gain demographic information on the makeup of city boards.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA encourages all residents of the neighborhood who would like to serve on the board regardless of demographic background.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion on Neighborhood Action Plan money status.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt presented an update on in/outflow of cash for the fiscal year, as well as a spending/income forecast through 2019.  Matt will present a financial report at each KIAA monthly meeting going forward.  This will allow for accurate planning on an annual basis going forward so expenditures can be prioritized.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be sending a survey to gain feedback on resident’s priorities to be addressed in the Neighborhood Priority Plan, which needs to be filed in November.  The survey was edited and approved to be sent.</li>\r\n	<li>The new warming house for Lake of the Isles winter skating area is still under consideration by the Minneapolis Park Board.  The new warming house is in concept stage.  Neighborhood associations may be approached to support it financially.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda Vallone from BeArtrageous is planning Thrill Kenwood, a successful Halloween party that has been held in the years past.  The board approved repeating a $750 contribution towards the event.</li>\r\n	<li>The Jim Gilroy memorial bench (former board member, deceased) has been installed and all who donated are appreciated.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA Fall newsletter is in process to be published by November.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA was informed by a MPRB tree inspector who visited the Rec Center corner that 7 diseased crab apple and trees will be removed. They will be replaced in Spring 2017 with 3 North Star Cherry trees and 4 Mont Royal plum trees, which are disease resistant with useful fruit for the public to eat.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nSeptember 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met September 12th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Dee Montgomery (Heritage Coalition).\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn moved for approval of the agenda, with the addition of Dee Montgomery’s topic, and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be September 28<sup>th</sup> at Opus Hall.  The topic is still being determined.  Lisa is always open to suggestions for topics for Lunch with Lisa, please contact her office with ideas.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale construction is still on schedule to be finished this fall.  Hennepin northbound will be open in the coming weeks.</li>\r\n	<li>The local government channels are changing as follows:  Comcast HD will be 799, and Standard Definition will be 14.  Century Link HD will be 8501, and standard definition will be 8001, Multilingual HD will be 8502, and standard definition multilingual will be 8002.</li>\r\n	<li>November 8<sup>th</sup> election early voting starts September 23<sup>rd</sup>.  There are 4 early voting locations in Minneapolis, please see the city website for more details.  Shawn Smith stated that the voting period was starting very early considering the first Presidential Debate is not until September 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Historic Marker Restoration Project – Dee Montgomery</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The centennial marker commemorating the establishment of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation will be restored.  The original boundary of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation included areas of Kenwood, and the marker that is being replaced is located on the southeast edge of Lake of the Isles.  The Heritage Commission has its own funds; tax dollars will not be used.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board advised Dee to consult with Native Americans to ensure that any concerns regarding the history and commemoration of Fort Snelling were heard.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is pushing for clarification and information with the warning bell and mitigation strategy at the 21<sup>st</sup> St crossing.  KIAA has requested involvement from Commissioner Marion Greene and expressed the need for her support on this issue with the Southwest Project Office.  There are concerns over the volume of the proposed wayside bell.</li>\r\n	<li>The Section 106 process is continuing now that the Memorandum of Understanding is executed.  This pertains to mitigation strategies for Grand Rounds eg landscaping, retaining walls, shoreline treatments, etc.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking continues to be an issue where patrons are parking too close to the alley, blocking driveways, too close to stop signs, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to explore signing solutions – parking is allowed at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Increasing neighborhood programming at the beach remains a KIAA focus.  It is part of the overall strategy to reduce crime and improve public safety.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that 35 kids came to the Play Space “pop up playground” and the strategy was successful.  The board approved a $25 increase to the funding to cover extra expenses.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reiterated the need to work on the Priority Plan Strategy, which will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.  Mike Bono, Matt, and Mark Brown will work on the subcommittee.  The CPP application is due November 10.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2016 Minneapolis Housing Resource Guide is published.  This is a resource for associations and homeowners.  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/\">www.minneapolismn.gov</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>A motion was approved to reimburse Deb Gilroy for $100 for the expenses related to placing a bench for former board member Jim Gilroy.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>By Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met July 11th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Chief Jason Ohotto and two of his officers, Jean Deatrick, and three neighbors.\r\n\r\n<strong>Opening Activities</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>No lunch with Lisa in July or August.  Please be sure to sign up for Lisa’s email list to get updates on construction, traffic, and event updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues.  The Hennepin/Vineland intersection will have major work done in July/August.  The overall project is on schedule for completion by November.</li>\r\n	<li>The variance at 2000 W 21<sup>st</sup> St was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting is open for the 2016 primary.  Election judges are needed this year.  Please call Lisa’s office to sign up to be a judge.  A mix of party affiliations is needed.</li>\r\n	<li>National Night out is August 2<sup>nd</sup>.  After July 19<sup>th</sup>, there is a fee to block off the street.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette expressed KIAA’s appreciation for the quality of the City of Minneapolis’s response to the FEIS, documenting the history and the issues within the project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Chief Jason Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Police reports written on park property at the beach declined from 48 to 31.  This is the second summer where there was a significant reduction in reports.  Chief Ohotto attributed the success to the positive programming and activities at the beach, as well as the increased park police patrols, some funded by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto recommended that neighbors that want to support safety efforts should call in issues to 911, and provide detailed, specific information, name and callback number.  Err on the side of calling 911 vs not calling when you see a negative impact to public safety.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown reported that the June 20<sup>th</sup> potluck at the beach was a great success with strong turnout.  The kids activities (face painting, spray chalk, cookies) were popular.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented ideas for longer term strategies, including boat racks, playground equipment.  Park and Rec Board financial support and fundraising will be needed.  A Community Action Committee will be formed.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt proposed an August Pop Up Adventure Playground as a new activity to pilot.  A motion passed to fund this event with up to $800 of NRP funds.  Engagement with the Kenwood School and neighboring association were identified as opportunities to increase participation.  Jeanette recognized Angie for getting the Kenwood School engaged in using the beach for educational opportunities.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed the idea of hosting a food or beverage cart at the beach on behalf of the neighborhood.  A motion passed for up to $200 to be spent from NRP funds for a KIAA/ECLB Patron Appreciation Day.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported on the June 13<sup>th</sup> FEIS public presentation by the Southwest Project Office.  Approximately 20 neighbors attended from Kenwood, CIDNA, and Loring Park.  On a positive note, the presentation summarized the 17,000 page FEIS effectively.  Unfortunately it was not tailored to the concerns of the Minneapolis segment of the corridor.  There continues to be a high level of concern over the ability of the tunnel to be built near Calhoun Shores Townhomes and the Kenilworth “pinch point.”</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the June 28<sup>th</sup> CAC meeting was cancelled, a consistent issue with many of the other CAC meetings which have also been cancelled in the past couple of years.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette communicated with the general manager of the Kenwood Restaurant to ask that employees park on Penn Avenue, and to help address the issue of patrons parking too close to alleys and driveways, and the issue of delivery truck restricting neighbor access to the alley.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie confirmed that parking for Downtown Kenwood businesses is permitted at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.  A “sandwich” board idea was proposed at a cost of $200 or for city signing or to paint the curb yellow to inform where and where not to park.  Noted for follow up between meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Mike Bono, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike and Matt outlined the plan to develop the 3 year plan as well as budgeting for the upcoming year.  It will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood, while also ensuring that current funding priorities can be maintained should funds be cut in the future.</li>\r\n	<li>New neighbor introduction:  Mikki Johnston and family</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will attend a Whittier Alliance Meeting on July 19<sup>th</sup> to understand the goals and strategies of that group.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie will follow up with Creative Citymaking regarding a video project opportunity, with a possible focus on ECLB.  KIAA would need to make a proposal to secure participation in the project, which is a competitive process.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>June 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 6th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters, Jack Levi.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Amanda Vallone, Jody Strakosch, Mark Holtey and two neighbors.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Board members conducted a brief introduction to begin the 2016-2017 term.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is complete for the season.  There will be a “Lunch with Lisa Field trip on Wednesday, June 29<sup>th</sup>, touring Givens Violins, which is a renowned repair business for cellos and violins.  If interested, please call Lisa’s office to book one of the two tours for that day.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues and has entered the paving phase.  Please contact Lisa’s office to be placed on an email list to receive weekly construction updates affecting the Twin Cities.</li>\r\n	<li>Sidewalk repair has come to Kenwood this year, part of a 10 year cycle.  White dots mark the sections that will be replaced.  Homeowners will be assessed $250-$400 per square for the repair.  Call 311 to discuss whether sections need to be replaced, or if they do not need to be replaced.  Please direct questions regarding how unique situations, such as tree root heaves, to 311.  All affected homeowners should have received a letter from the city; please refer to it for FAQs.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette volunteered to remain Chair; Larry volunteered to remain Vice Chair; Matt Spies volunteered to become Treasurer; and Shawn volunteered to remain Secretary.  Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt asked for resolution to relocate the KIAA bank accounts to US Bank.  Jeanette moved in favor, passed unanimously.  Matt asked for an additional resolution to transfer, check writing authority, opening accounts, deposits, and withdraw funds; from Ed Pluimer to himself.  Jeanette to be the second signatory.  Shawn moved, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette once again recognized Ed Pluimer for his years of service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Memorial Bench for Jim Gilroy – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie reported that $1550 has been donated to the Estate of Jim Gilroy for the purposes of a memorial bench on Lake of the Isles, near 21<sup>st</sup> St..  Jean Deatrick will send an e-blast as a reminder for any other residents that would like to contribute.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie moved that KIAA donate $300 towards the memorial bench to recognize Jim as a sitting board member at his death.  Funds will come from KIAA Money Market Account.  Approved unanimously.  As funds are in the account about to be closed, motion was approved to allow Ed Pluimer to write the check.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Financial Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is preparing a 2016-2017 balance sheet to ensure income and expenditures are clearly documented.  Mark, Larry, Matt, and Mike will form a finance subcommittee to inform a finance update at KIAA July meeting.  Motion approved to establish said committee.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies/Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda (from ARTrageous) shared that the Summer Solstice Party will be held at ECLB on June 20<sup>th</sup> from 6:30-8:30.  This will be a potluck event.  ARTrageous will provide henna, face painting, and a Creation Station for families.  The event will be cancelled in case of rain.  The event is open to all.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented a new proposal for a Pop Up Adventure Playground series.  Matt agreed to go renegotiate lower costs in order to run a pilot, vs investing in 3 events this year.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities including a Summer Solstice Potluck, Pirate/Mermaid Beach Party were identified for funding for $800.  A discussion was had regarding source of funds and how much to spend.  The board approved the expenditure unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda and Matt were approved to work together to spend up to $400 to place an ad in Hill and Lake Press to announce summer activities at ECLB.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  The CAC met in May.  Jennifer Munt stated that the Met Council would find funding to move ahead with SWLRT. The FEIS was reviewed; Nani Jacobsen recognized Kenwood for providing feedback that drove changes from the SDEIS to the FEIS.  Further, station art was approved for the West 21<sup>st</sup> St Station, which is what the Kenwood station will be named.  The next meeting will be June 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn has coordinated a meeting on June 13<sup>th</sup> for the Met Council to present the FEIS and take questions from residents.  This meeting was supported by the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn presented the FEIS draft and will circulate a soft copy to the board and Jody to be reviewed and approved as an action between meetings.  The deadline for submission is June 13<sup>th</sup> for any comments, and must be done in writing to the Southwest Project Office.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking at the Kenwood Corner continues to be a challenge, with visitors parking too close to the alley and to corners and blocking access.  Jeanette called the city to determine the cost of parking signs.  Action to be taken between meetings.</li>\r\n	<li>Kenwood Corner Raingarden Signage was approved as an action taken between meetings.  The Raingarden is now installed and the sign provides good information about the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  KIAA thanks Angie Erdrich for her work to beautify the corner.</li>\r\n	<li>Louise Erdrich is taking the space formerly occupied by Stephen Dean for a business to be announced shortly.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 9:10 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 11th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2016 KIAA 5<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> For the 5<sup>th</sup> year, KIAA had its annual meeting on May 2nd at Kenwood Corner, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> In attendance were seven KIAA serving board members up for re-election, one new member-elect, City Council Member Lisa Goodman, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Green, Minneapolis Parks Commissioner Anita Tabb, and approximately 100 neighbors.</p>\r\n The gathering began at 6PM.  The weather was great and everyone enjoyed Red Wagon Pizza and beverages, compliments of KIAA. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM.  There was a moment of remembrance for Jim Gilroy, KIAA board member who passed away suddenly in April.  Jim will be greatly missed; he was a kind and generous person, dedicated to improving our entire community.  The family has reserved a site for a park bench in his memory on Lake of the Isles.  Friends and neighbors who would like to contribute may do so.  KIAA Board Member Angie Erdrich will facilitate, please make checks payable to Minneapolis Finance Department, Memo “Jim Gilroy Bench” and mail to her at 2217 Oliver Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405.  A receipt will come from Minneapolis Parks, and the Gilroy family will receive a list of donor names.  Please submit donations by June 1<sup>st</sup> in hopes of installing the bench this summer.\r\n\r\nKIAA thanked retiring board member Ed Pluimer.  Ed has generously served on the board for over 20 years, most recently as Treasurer.  Our neighborhood is grateful for his energy and commitment.\r\n\r\nJeanette then stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year:  SWLRT work including work such as efforts to mitigate potential adverse effects to the neighborhood (if the project comes to pass), support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Raingardens from Metro Blooms, and positive programming for East Cedar Lake (Hidden) Beach.  The “Welcome Orioles” project – an environmental learning program for Kenwood School, co-sponsored with the Cedar Lake Park Association, received a shout-out from neighbors in attendance.\r\n\r\nJeanette introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to herself:  Jack Levi, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Matt Spies (Treasurer Elect), and Shawn Smith.  One new board member, Mark Brown was introduced.  Jeanette made the motion for re-election/election of the 2016-17 board, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\nKIAA would like to thank neighbors that supported KIAA financially at the gathering and throughout the year.  It helps us fund activities and keep our neighborhood strong!\r\n\r\nOther updates, action between meetings:\r\n\r\nThe 2015 KIAA Annual Report was approved by the board on April 28<sup>th</sup>.  The Annual Report is required by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program.  The report was prepared by Mike Bono with input from KIAA board members, and submitted by the 4/29 deadline.\r\n\r\nMatt and Julia Spies’s are requesting a variance for a remodel on their home.  As the Spies proactively partnered with their neighbors, KIAA supports their variance.  The variance will be reviewed at the Board of Adjustment meeting on June 9<sup>th</sup>.\r\n\r\nThere will be a Kenwood Neighborhood Rummage Festival of June 10-12<sup>th</sup>.  Please join your neighbors and plan a rummage sale during those dates!  If you are not able to have your own rummage sale, please consider donating to the Kenwood Elementary School Benefit Rummage Sale at the Kenwood Rec Center.   The rummage runs June 11 from 9-2PM. Donations can be dropped off at the Kenwood Recreation Center on June 10<sup>th</sup> from 4-6PM.  100% of proceeds benefit the Kenwood School.  Volunteers are needed to price goods, manage the sale, and haul goods to charity at 2PM on the 11<sup>th</sup>.  Contact Angie Erdrich to volunteer:  angie_sandeep@yahoo.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood.  If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us.  If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met April 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nVice Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies (Minutes), Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Jack Levi.  Absent:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith, Josine Peters, Jim Gilroy.  Also present:  Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\nUnanimous Approval of the Agenda\r\n<h1>City Council Update -  Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Upcoming Lunch with Lisas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>April 27  – Discussion with Made Here, the creative place-making initiative to fill empty downtown storefronts</li>\r\n	<li>May – Bill Leaf will talk about tourism master planning</li>\r\n	<li>June  – Field trip to Claire Givens Violin, premier violin reconstruction/repair; 40 people may attending in two groups of 20.  Contact Lisa’s office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping starting April 13 running through May 9</li>\r\n	<li>Yard waste pickup will begin in Kenwood on April 11</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa highlighted the state of the Hennepin/Lyndale Reconstruction Project road closures</li>\r\n	<li>On April 21, Board of Adjustment will be hearing variance for property at 2401 Sheridan Ave.  Adjacent residents will receive a notice in the mail by April 10<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa provided an overview of her and Council Member Barb Johnsons plan for the city to work with the Park Board to provide funding for neighborhood parks</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Gathering will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include a brief meeting:  the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association activities for the year.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lakes, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>As an action taken between meetings, the board approved the hiring of Red Wagon Pizza, and will be paid for by KIAA funds estimated at $1890.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong>2016/2017 Budgeting</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the merits and limitations of creating a budget for the 2016/2017 operating year.   The primary concern and is the complexity of the requirements for using various funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt Spies will coordinate an assembly of board members to explore ways to implement a framework for spending and raising KIAA funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board has indicated that they do not have capacity for an additional movie in the park for summer 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>An Oriole feeding station will be installed in Cedar Lake Park between May 3 – May 17 by Kenwood Elementary School students.  The project is sponsored by Birchbark Books.  Bird watching volunteers are needed.  Contact <a href=\"mailto:Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com\">Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>NOTE: The following information was approved to be added to the minutes by a motion taken after the meeting.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith (update provided in abstentia)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Since the March KIAA meeting, letters opposing the current SWLRT Kenilworth Plan were sent to Governor Dayton, Lt Governor Smith.  An aide in Governor Dayton’s office responded and assisted in getting a response from Adam Duininck, Chair, Metropolitan Council.  The letter thanked KIAA for our participation in the process and informed the following points:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Final EIS will be published in 2<sup>nd</sup> Quarter of 2016, and no other responses will be forthcoming until then.  In the EIS will be the answers to KIAAs (and others) DEIS and SDEIS responses.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a ten day public comment period</li>\r\n	<li>There will be no process for resolution of further concerns as this is not a part of the process of the National Environmental Protection Act process.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn expressed to the aide in Governor Dayton’s office that securing a form response from Mr Duininck was secondary to our concerns.  He asked for Governor Dayton to confirm that he was aware of and supports or does not support the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>That a derailment collision between an ethanol train and light rail train will be a significant danger to the community and Target Field.</li>\r\n	<li>That other less expensive and more flexible options for transit exist, including bus rapid transit</li>\r\n	<li>That the Chain of Lakes could be degraded due to pile driving</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is a defendant in a lawsuit over failure to disclose discussions of other routes</li>\r\n	<li>That ridership of an Uptown line would well exceed the current alignment</li>\r\n	<li>That projected ridership figures at 21<sup>st</sup> St Station are not credible</li>\r\n	<li>That there will be 22 hours of contiguous noise every five minutes in one of the quietest areas in Minneapolis</li>\r\n	<li>That not one low income neighborhood will be within reasonable walking distance of any Minneapolis station.</li>\r\n	<li>We asked for an appointment with the Governor.  There was no response.  Shawn waited ten days and said that because the Governor failed to respond, we would need to inform our constituents that our elected officials and the Governor are aware of the above controversies and find them to be acceptable.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Larry Moran at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is our Annual Neighborhood Gathering on Monday, May 2nd at 6 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner in front of The Kenwood and BeArtrageous. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org   </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> March 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 7th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi.  Also present Patrick Sadler, Pat Scott, Phil Nordberg, Laureen Carlson, Will Stensrud\r\n\r\nMarch Agenda was Approved Unanimously\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Patrick Sadler, Lisa Goodman’s Office</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Community Planning and Economic Development plan for both Ward 7 and the city were provided.  Any residents that would like a copy can contact Lisa’s office or go to the City Website.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be Noon, March 30<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall; the topic is Sister Cities of Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work continues on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Please contact Lisa’s office to receive email updates on construction closures.</li>\r\n	<li>The Workplace Partnership Meetings proceed to review sick time and paid time off policy.  A final recommendation is due March 16.</li>\r\n	<li>There are openings on multiple boards and commissions in Minneapolis.  Any interested residents can apply via the city website.</li>\r\n	<li>The Community Connection Conference is Saturday April 2<sup>nd</sup> at the Minneapolis Convention Center to kick off 3 Year Planning for Minneapolis 2040.  The public is invited.  Jeanette suggested that Lisa’s office post information to Next Door to ensure the 7<sup>th</sup> Ward is represented if nobody from KIAA is able to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Reduced pricing is being offered for rain barrels and compost bins.  <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>. The city will also have a limited number of trees available to residents for $25.  You can order a tree for your property beginning March 21, see <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Request for Support of Variance for Accessory Dwelling, 2401 Sheridan Ave S – Phil Nordberg and Laureen Carlson</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Phil and Laureen requested variance support from KIAA to be able to add a bathroom and categorize their garage as an ADU.  The overall footprint will not change.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is generally supportive.  The petitioners have not spoken to each neighbor but will be sending out notices to all neighbors within 300 feet.  Jeanette motioned to support the variances, contingent that neighbors are all informed and have no objections.  Motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is in the process of confirming the open swim, pop up playground, and other activities for Summer 2016.  Event schedules will be published in Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette signed the agreement for extra police patrols.  With the warm weather, Matt is working with Park Police to start patrols.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities are being coordinated with Kenwood School, including bird watching.  Volunteers are needed to lead school hikes in April and May, please contact Angie Erdrich at angie_sandeep@yahoo.com</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that since the last meeting, letters were sent to the FTA, Senator Klobuchar, Senator Franken, and Rep Ellison as KIAA continues to escalate neighborhood concerns over this project.</li>\r\n	<li>A letter was also sent to Governor Dayton and Lt Governor Smith, with copies of the letters sent to the State and Federal officials asking for his support in getting a meaningful response to neighborhood concerns, which are centered on the risks and ripple effects of co-location of SWLRT and ethanol trains.  His office responded with questions, and KIAA is preparing a communication to send back.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will invite Sophia Ginis from the Met Council to our April meeting since she did not respond to our March meeting invitation.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion that despite our concerns, planning moves ahead unabated.  All are encouraged to contact their elected officials if they have concerns over co-location, noise, vibration, cost, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA has been actively communicating neighborhood concerns to local, state, and federal officials.  Due to an overall lack of responsiveness to those, the board approved a motion to send communication to President Obama, which will represent the highest level of escalation, and likely final, that the board will take.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Meeting - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Annual Meeting will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association financials.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lake Press, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie, Josine, and Matt are researching options for food to reduce costs from last year.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Board Succession Planning - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         With Ed stepping down, KIAA will need to fill the Treasurer role starting May 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is actively seeking new board members.  We need neighbors that are willing to volunteer 3-4 hours per month either as a board member or support a subcommittee.  There are several board members that have served for a decade or more and are looking to retire.  We need your help to fill these positions to continue the level of thoroughness being delivered today.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is seeking a representative for the Green Zone work being done by the city.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 1st, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Meg Forney, Amanda Vallone, and Jody Strakosch\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be February 24<sup>th</sup>.  The topic will be the City Workforce Training and Equity programs on Job Training.</li>\r\n	<li>2431 22<sup>nd</sup> St W ownership has requested a historic review and may be requesting a variance to the board in the near future.  Neighbors are reminded that KIAA is typically notified of variance requests and can help navigate the process.</li>\r\n	<li>The city prefers that the SWLRT station be called “Cedar Lake Station.”  The Met Council has suggested that 21<sup>st</sup> St Station is not a clear indicator of the location of the station but has asked for input.  (KIAA hesitates to put forth a suggestion because KIAA does not support co-location of freight and light rail, but if KIAA were to have a preference it would be West 21<sup>st</sup> St.)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Closing the Gap in Our Parks - Meg Forney</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meg is looking for volunteers to work for a Citizens Group to get signatures to support a referendum on the ballot for “The Closing of the Gap” for funding of $15M/year for the next 20 years to implement repairs in neighborhood parks.  If residents are interested, please contact Meg or Anita Tabb at the Park Board.  Additional information is available on the Park Board website.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Funding Recommendation – Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The success at East Cedar Lake Beach to reduce crime was in large part due to the partnership between KIAA and the Park Police.  The recommendation from Chief Ohotto was to spend $5000 for 2016 vs $8000 spent last year.  Police reports were reduced from 101 in 2014 to 56 in 2015.</li>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to spend $5000 for additional police patrols at ECLB in 2016 and be active early in the season.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that two disbursements were made in January relating to SWLRT planning and the Metro Blooms project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Thrill Kenwood – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>This event raised $400 for The Bridge for Youth.</li>\r\n	<li>The 1<sup>st</sup> annual Rock Kenwood Dance Party will be held at the Rec Center on Saturday February 27<sup>th</sup> from 3-6PM.  There will be a DJ, contests, crafting, and more.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt recapped the recent committee meeting and the programming ideas for 2016.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log rolling and Open Swim are planned to continue in 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>New ideas include puppet shows, art activities, potlucks, and more.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is considering putting forth up to $2000 of additional funding for activities, and discussed how to engage neighbors that might be interested in donating funds to support the activities.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  Jody reported that the November and December meetings were cancelled by the Met Council.  In the January meeting, progress updates were shared by the project office.  Final environmental impact statement is due in April.  Civil construction will begin fall of 2016.  There will be 29 private properties impacted by construction in Minneapolis, primarily adjacent to the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported that some responses were received from correspondence to Minnesota Senators and Representatives on the Transportation Committees.  Some responded to take KIAA response under advisement, and some spoke in favor of KIAA’s position opposing co-location.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn brought a motion to continue to present KIAA’s position opposing co-location to FTA officials in the Chicago office that are working with the Met Council on the alignment.  The board unanimously approved to send a letter.  Shawn will circulate it as an action between meetings for board review and final approval.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette is working to identify a point of contact for the Restorative Justice Program, who would coordinate community service work for the people in the program.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA recognizes Stephen Dean and his long standing contributions to the neighborhood. Kathie Constantine shared that his tailoring business in Downtown Kenwood is expected to close at the end of March.  He kept the neighborhood looking good with the many fine seams, hems, and alterations he provided over his 40 years in business, and we wish him well in retirement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:46 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>January 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met January 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A body was found frozen in the ice in the channel between Lake Calhoun and Lake of the Isles on January 4<sup>th</sup>.  It is not known to be a crime related situation and there is no danger to the public.  Residents are encouraged to demonstrate caution before proceeding to go out on the ice, especially areas that are not designated for winter recreational use.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is on Wednesday January 27<sup>th</sup>, the topic is a preview of the 2016 state legislative session. Senator Dibble among other elected officials are expected to attend.  Please contact Lisa’s office if you plan to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale utility work continues.  Sewer work will be necessary on Vineland Place near the Walker and Sculpture Garden.  Construction updates and road closures are available via Lisa’s office in her email updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Residents are advised that there needs to be a minimum 5 foot clearance on either side of alleys and driveways.  Neighbors are having difficulties accessing driveways and alleys when visitors or residents are parked within 5 feet of one.  This has been a challenge particularly at Kenwood Corner.  If access is blocked, neighbors can call 311 for assistance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed updated KIAA that the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District paid KIAA for the 15 neighborhood Raingarden projects.  KIAA will in turn pay MetroBlooms with these funds, as well as the KIAA share of $1134, approved at the December Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Noise Issues</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Local businesses are advised to ensure that their garbage and recycling services are observing local noise ordinances.  Garbage and recycling are not to be picked up prior to 6AM.  We love our local businesses.  Neighbors observing violations are encouraged to speak to the business owner first, and if unresolved then take a photo of the truck and email KIAA or Lisa Goodman’s office and we will contact the refuse service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt updated KIAA that the next ECLB Committee Meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan 26<sup>th</sup> at 7PM at the Kenwood Community Center.  All are welcome.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will invite Park Police Chief Ohotto to the February meeting to start the dialogue on the strategy for the summer of 2016.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the SWLRT environmental impact statement will not consider impacts of freight rail changes in the Kenilworth Corridor funded by the project, according to a recent email from the Southwest Project Office.  These changes include moving the rail much closer to homes, upgrading the tracks, building a bridge across the Kenilworth Canal, and removing many trees and green spaces.  Further, although the SWLRT project will spend tens of millions of dollars to “co-locate” freight and light rail, the Met Council says it “is not making freight rail permanent” in the Kenilworth Corridor.  KIAA is concerned that the upgraded freight rail infrastructure could encourage more trains at higher speeds, and create additional noise and safety concerns.  KIAA believes the SDEIS is flawed because it does not treat freight as a permanent condition, and therefore adverse impacts are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the section 106 meeting on December 3<sup>rd</sup>.  Section 106 protects historic properties impacted by federally funded projects.  The Kenilworth Channel is protected by section 106.  With input by Michael Schroeder of the MPRB, a bridge design has been agreed upon and the historic WPA retaining walls on the east side of the proposed bridge are now under consideration.  A memorandum of understanding will be developed in the coming months, and KIAA will decide whether or not to sign it when the time comes.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn, on behalf of KIAA, contacted each member of the Minnesota Senate and House Transportation Committees to surface the board’s continued concerns with co-location.  KIAA asked that the $135M of the state portion of the funding be put on hold.  This is to be voted on in the upcoming legislative session.  KIAA maintains that in a time of increased concern over rail safety, co-location of light rail and ethanol trains will pose a continual and sustained danger to the Kenwood neighborhood should there be a derailment. and we remain opposed to co-location.  The Minneapolis City Council, knowing of this risk, has nonetheless approved co-location, so KIAA is appealing to the state level.</li>\r\n	<li>County Commissioner Marion Greene is planning a public meeting on Wednesday, February 3<sup>rd</sup>.  KIAA will post time and place to NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Angie Erdrich will post in Next Door Kenwood a notice to invite neighbors to determine interest for the MetroBlooms Raingarden program for 2016</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lake of the Isles Skating Party is Sunday, January 24<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:38 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>December 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 7th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Larry Moran, Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi, Josine Peters  Also Present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n<h1>Agenda was approved unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since November Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby composed a letter to the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee articulating KIAA concerns that the SDEIS had shortcomings.  These arise from Met Council’s decision to treat freight rail as an “existing condition.” However, the SWLRT proposes creating permanent freight rail infrastructure where only temporary rail exists, and SDEIS failed to properly consider the safety, environmental, vibration, noise, and economic impact of that decision with freight rail as an existing condition.  In the December meeting, KIAA members voted in favor of sending the letter prior to the CMC.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>December 9<sup>th</sup> is the final opportunity for residents to testify at the City Council meeting regarding the 2016 budget and taxes.  Lisa encourages residents to appear in person or email their city representatives to provide testimony and input on how residential tax revenue is generated and spent.  This meeting will be in the past by the time these minutes are published, however residents are notified well in advance of the annual hearing in their Truth in Taxation statements for future tax years.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January.  December 14<sup>th</sup> marks the annual December Later with Lisa event at the Normandy Inn.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work is continuing on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Infrastructure has deteriorated further than expected and the project is approximately 6 weeks behind.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa confirmed that a variance at 2432 Sheridan Ave S was approved by the city.  This was endorsed by KIAA at the November meeting.  KIAA will seek input as broadly as possible for future requests</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed provided prior the meeting a recap of monies received from KIAA members as well as November transactions (expenditures), and these were discussed in the meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>The source of the remainder of Rain Garden funding was discussed.  Jeanette moved to use money from the NRP neighborhood livability Phase II fund.  Passed unanimously.  Mike Bono agreed to ensure that all city requirements were met to utilize that fund.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Resolution regarding Jean Deatrick’s contract – Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jean’s contract is set to expire at the end of the year.  Jean supports KIAA with communication, publication of the minutes, announcements, reimbursements, and other administrative activities.  Mike moved to extend her contract under the same terms until December 31<sup>st</sup> 2016.  Ed seconded the motion.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies\r\n<h1>·         Matt is reaching out to the Park Board to align on proposed activities for summer 2016.  KIAA continues to work on ensuring ECLB will be able to be used safely by all residents.  There will be a public meeting in January to discuss 2016 strategies, date/time/place to be posted on Nextdoor Kenwood.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA increased funding in 2015 to support existing funding from the Park Board et al, and research will be done to understand how much funding will be in place from other sources prior to a KIAA funding commitment for 2016.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Discussion continued from the November meeting regarding engaging state and federal officials over ongoing concerns for rail safety as well as other unaddressed concerns.  KIAA will contact state level transportation bill conferees to raise the concerns before end of year, and then again as State Legislators go back into session in February.  KIAA will also contact Federal Transit officials in advance of final funding of the line to ensure that federal officials are aware of local concerns with regard to safety, environmental, noise, vibration, and economic adverse effects not sufficiently addressed in the SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Metro Blooms is asking if KIAA would be interested in partnering on Rain Gardens again in 2016.  Angie will inform them of KIAA interest, pending gauging neighborhood interest.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:33 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met November 2nd, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since October Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA sent a response to the SWLRT project office regarding SWLRT Section 106 meeting Sept 23<sup>rd</sup>, as it relates to concerns over the traffic study.  There is a discrepancy in the ridership numbers vs SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Variance Request for Peterson Residence, 2432 Sheridan Ave S</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Request made in person by owners to enlarge the structure, extending a less than six foot variance along the property line.  A second variance was requested to extend the garage by five feet closer to the street, which is still within the set back.  Angie motioned to support, Matt to second, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws, Articles – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed changes to KIAA bylaws to modernize them, having consulted with Robert Cooper of the City of Minneapolis legal department.  For example, serving information via email vs paper mail, yet preserving multi modal communication which would include an annual newsletter or mailings at the discretion of KIAA.  Ed moved that KIAA approve the rewritten bylaws which would then be filed with the state, and stored on KIAA’s website.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed then moved to change articles of incorporation to update the registered office of KIAA to the Kenwood Rec Center.  Matt seconded, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Gardens – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved to pay $1134 for KIAA cost share to Metro Blooms (or up to $1200 in case of minor variance in the final invoice).  The costs increased due to decreased participation due to untenable soil conditions or other issues that were not able to be mitigated.  Motion seconded by Jim, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>The raingarden at Kenwood Corner was paid for by the private donations and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  In order to finalize funding, a sign is needed.  The sign will be reviewed as action taken outside the meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         ECLB committee met in October to debrief the year and start planning for next year.  Residents that have ideas for activities for 2016 are encouraged to contact Matt Spies.  2015 saw a tremendous amount of success and KIAA is excited to build on this success but needs continued neighborhood engagement even if there was an increase in usage via activities and a decrease in criminal activity.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Engagement with Anita Tabb and the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board was also discussed as an offline action.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA discussed whether to continue to engage in SWLRT via writing letters to state and federal officials addressing co-location concerns in the Kenilworth Corridor as KIAA was unable to gain support at the city level.  Specifically, to petition state and federal officials to withhold funding due to continuing and increasing concerns over the danger of the co-location of ethanol trains and SWLRT.  Further action to be taken between meetings, but accountability of individual public officials will be the focus, specifically, their knowledge of the risks, and how they plan to vote, is the plan of action via written correspondence.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood general community update.  Jeanette will encourage CM Greene to have the meeting, KIAA will not formally participate.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:43 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 5th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich.\r\n\r\nOthers present:  CM Lisa Goodman, Marc Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), 2 other attendees\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The September lunch with Lisa had over 75 attendees to hear about the Nicollet Mall renovation.  At the October Lunch with Lisa Wed Oct 21<sup>st</sup>, to commemorate the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, State Senator Steve Simon will speak about the Voting Rights Act.  Room 334 of the St Thomas Law School.  All are welcome to attend, please RSVP in advance to Lisa’s office.</li>\r\n	<li>Fall street sweeping will start on October 20<sup>th</sup>.  Please watch for parking restrictions.  Social media will be used to communicate dates.</li>\r\n	<li>Cedar Lake Parkway will be repaved – from 394 to the BNSF bridge.  It will start October 19<sup>th</sup>, last 6 days, and be a complete closure.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding variances and tear downs.  Neighbors are encouraged to review variance proposals with KIAA board so the board can be aware of variance requests.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed attended to any previously discussed financial compliance and efficiency concerns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed that bylaws be examined and modernized.  For example, the bylaws state that minutes must be maintained in a book.  However, now electronic copies are preferred to minimize paper waste.  Also that 1<sup>st</sup> class mail is used for communications, and now electronic notice is more economical and more efficient.  There was also a discussion on how to document action (votes) taken outside of meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark re-requested funding from KIAA for a rechargeable sound system to be used for neighborhood programming, at a cost of $2200.  Motion to fund passed with two abstentions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Hennepin Lake Community Wine Tasting Fundraiser – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is selling tickets to the event which is being held on Wed October 28<sup>th</sup>.  Advance ticket sales benefit KIAA.  Please email Jeanette Colby; email is available on the KIAA website.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>It was noted that each member of the City Council, Mayor Hodges, and Peter Wagenius received a copy of the KIAA SDEIS with a request to require more information regarding mitigation, co-location, and construction concerns prior to granting municipal consent.  However, there was no response to KIAA from the Mayor or the Council and all city council members voted the same as prior municipal consent.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood Q/A meeting for any outstanding questions regarding the SWLRT project.  Jeanette and Shawn will post to Nextdoor Kenwood this opportunity to have a dialogue, to gauge neighborhood interest.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette outlined the finding to the Section 106 Traffic Study.  The finding in the study was that there would not be substantial changes to traffic near historic 106 properties.  The findings of the study appear to be inconsistent with the SDEIS statements regarding how many riders will use the 21<sup>st</sup> St Station and how riders will access the station.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will draft a letter to state and federal officials highlighting the danger of co-location of ethanol trains and high voltage LRT wires in the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Announcements/New Business – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee continues to meet monthly.  Meetings are posted to Nextdoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>Thrill Kenwood is Saturday October 24<sup>th</sup>, at 3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, November 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSeptember 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met September 14th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Park Police Chief Ohotto, Mark Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), Jean Deatrich (Hill and Lakes), and 6 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>September Agenda was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Recognition for Kathy Low for her participation in KIAA and to Larry Moran for Chairing KIAA for the past three years.</li>\r\n	<li>It was agreed that a November KIAA newsletter will be published and mailed.  Articles will be needed and will need to be sent to Jean Deatrich.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich led a discussion regarding the final cost of the Raingarden Project, which will be finalized at a future date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Bylaw and Finance Update – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that he will put together a list of proposed bylaw changes that were discussed at the July KIAA meeting to be submitted.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed gave an overview of committed and past spending as a follow up to the account balance update emailed prior to the meeting.  It was determined to maintain one KIAA account going forward, instead of two, and Ed named some follow up tasks that he would tend to in order to ensure KIAA is compliant with the city policy, and it was also determined to maintain a May 31<sup>st</sup> fiscal year end and coincide with the annual election of the KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark requested funding from KIAA for the replacement of 3 picnic tables and a sound system.  A vote was deferred until ownership of the space where the picnic tables is housed could be confirmed.  Additionally, it was suggested that the Rec Center request funding from the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto/Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Chief Ohotto shared that police reports for ECLB were 69 in 2015 vs 2014 last year.  Most reports were misdemeanors.  He attributes the reduction to Matt Spies and his task force and the community involvement at the beach, as well as concerned residents calling 911 when incidents occurred.  Chief Ohotto recommended continued KIAA-funded hours and activities moving forward.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Subcommittee Meeting is on October 13<sup>th</sup> at 7PM, Kenwood Rec Center.  Residents are encouraged to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Permit Parking was discussed as a deterrent.  There is a Next Door thread discussing a petition to request it to deter beach attendance.  KIAA in the past has recommended that this is not a viable solution to deter crime, however agreed that the SubCommittee should reevaluate this as a solution to ensure that any recommendation reflects current views.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Amanda Vallone - beArtrageous</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda on behalf of beArtrageous proposed some activities for ECLB for 2016.  Activities would be for residents of all ages:  potlucks, craft parties, coffee and sunset gatherings, etc.  Activities would be funded by CPP or participants.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda requested funding from KIAA to fund Thrill Kenwood on October 24<sup>th</sup>.  The activity is a neighborhood dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at the corner of Penn and 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Proceeds go to Bridge for Youth, and emergency Shelter for for 10-17 year old youth.  KIAA approved $800 to fund the event, about 40% of the budget.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>MPRB Ice Rink Warming Hut – Cliff Swenson/Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>MPRB is considering updating the warming hut (without disruption to the footprint or skating area) at Lake of the Isles and across other rinks in the park system.  MPRB is beginning the process of informing city boards about the redesign, and if the project moves forward there would be a community engagement process in the future.  Goal is to have the project done by Fall 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Jeanette Colby/Shawn Smith/Jody Strakosch</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody updated from the Community Advisory Committee, which met recently and the Project Office is proceeding as if they have full funding.  Jody asked that the key elements of the project be a standing topic on the agenda going forward, including co-location, noise, vibration, etc.  Meetings occur the 4<sup>th</sup> Thursday of every month.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette offered to contact County Commissioner Marion Greene to see if we would conduct a public hearing to ask questions.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA agreed to distribute the SDEIS response to additional public officials.  The purpose is to gain support to get answers to those questions posed in the response, submitted to the Project Office in July 2015, that have yet to be answered.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, October 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met July 6th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Lisa Goodman, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee and KIAA Board Member-Elect), Jean Deatrick, and 2 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby nominated Matt Spies to the board and his appointment was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City of Minneapolis Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be August 26<sup>th</sup>.  Topic is TBD and Lisa is seeking input on ideas of broad interest to the ward.</li>\r\n	<li>NextDoor Kenwood will be increasingly used by the city for announcements and crime alerts, so neighbors are encouraged to sign up for the site.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion regarding street paving and repair.  Lisa encourages neighbors to call 3-1-1 to report any potholes in need of fill.  Major repaving for roads in need of repair could result in a potentially significant tax assessment for property owners on the street repaired.</li>\r\n	<li>Because of the buffer zone around parkland, it was emphasized that feral cats are not allowed in much of the Kenwood neighborhood, and should be reported to animal control.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report/Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Year end financial recaps were circulated to KIAA board members prior to the July meeting.  The balance sheet will be attached to the CPP annual report to be sent to the city.  KIAA fiscal year runs from June 1 to May 31 due to the timing of the election of the board in May.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA bylaws have not been updated in several years.  Ed offered to chair a subcommittee to review where updates should be made to allow more relevant communication methods, eg allowing electronic communication vs by US Mail.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP Annual Report – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the KIAA 2014 CPP Annual report be approved and sent to the city, and the motion was unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Dinkytown Historic Commercial Preservation – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The city is voting July 10<sup>th</sup> regarding preservation of the Dinkytown business district.  KIAA will circulate the letter from the preservation group should Kenwood residents wish to show support.  KIAA will not file a formal support with the city but voted to send a statement to the City Council in support of the Marcy Holmes Neighborhood Association (Dinkytown) in its adherence to its neighborhood small area plan.  Small area plans are developed with broad community input and may put parameters on developers to preserve neighborhood history and aesthetics.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Uptown Neighborhoods Working Group (UNWG) – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Per UNWG request, Josine attended the recent meeting of the working group and will provide input into the decisions and discussions related to the Uptown neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Raingardens Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The installations of raingardens in Kenwood continue to have interest in the neighborhood and Angie will continue to provide input and updates to Metro Blooms and KIAA.  20 Residences are approved to be funded by Metro Blooms and KIAA.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log Rolling continues to be a popular event – future dates will be announced on NextDoor Kenwood.  Open Water Swimming, sponsored by YWCA, is rolling out this summer.</li>\r\n	<li>Pledges have been raised for $1350 to fund a pop-up Adventure Park, 3 events to occur this summer.  Matt requested $750 in funding from KIAA to reach the goal of $3000 and for a fund to be established to be administered by KIAA to house the funding as it is collected.  Jeanette so moved and the motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Crime and Safety – Chief Ohotto provided an update in advance of the meeting that crime is down from prior years.  There are still some incidents that have required police response but of less frequency and severity vs prior summers.  Ed Pluimer reminded the board that $8K was allocated for increased police patrols this summer.  KIAA will continue to evaluate the effectiveness of the expenditure.</li>\r\n	<li>The next ECLB subcommittee meeting will be July 14<sup>th</sup> at Kenwood Rec Center and will be published on NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Supplementary Draft EIS Response – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS response was submitted to the board for review prior to the meeting.  There was a general discussion regarding edits related to construction impacts, property values.  Angie moved to approve the response with amendments, and the motion passed unanimously.  The amendments to increase the focus on the response relating to construction short term impacts (noise, vibration, road damage).  The KIAA response will be submitted to the Met Council, and a response will be requested, by the July 21<sup>st</sup> deadline.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Investing in Neighborhood Parks/Closing the Gap – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Minneapolis Park and Rec Board is conducting neighborhood hearings through late September to discuss the current state of Minneapolis Parks and those in need of repairs that may have been deferred.  Please see the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board for dates on upcoming hearings.  You can also email <a href=\"mailto:closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org\">closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org</a> for information and input.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, August 3rd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>June 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 1st, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and Jean Deatrich, and 3 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in June or July.  The next will be August 6<sup>th</sup>, topic is TBD.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa is sending out a weekly downtown event and construction alert including sporting and arts events and street closures.  Future emails will include the reconstruction of Hennepin at Lyndale, Nicollet Mall Reconstruction, etc. Residents can sign up for the weekly Friday email by emailing Lisa’s office.  She is hopeful that the information will help residents and visitors get around town a little easier with all the construction and exciting downtown events.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Streets events are starting, sponsored by the city and the Bicycle Coalition.  There will be road closures and roads will be open to pedestrians and bikers.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.openstreetsmpls.com/\">www.openstreetsmpls.com</a> for more information.</li>\r\n	<li>With the warm weather approaching, residents are advised to keep garages and homes locked when not home.  This will deter crimes of opportunity.  Also, keep valuables out of sight in your car, and keep your car locked even when it is in your garage.  Residents are encouraged to call 911 if you see any suspicious activity.  This will help control crimes of opportunity.</li>\r\n	<li>The City and the Park Board advise to water trees regularly, and advise against pruning ash trees, which can spread the Emerald Ash borer.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update (ECLB, “Hidden Beach”) – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Activities are being planned to increase resident usage of the beach.  Activities will mainly be sponsored by a 3<sup>rd</sup> party, not the Park Board or City.  Matt will submit an article to Hill and Lakes Press with more information in an upcoming issue.</li>\r\n	<li>The first log roll was held on Saturday May 30th with about 25 attendees.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Lake Swimming is in the planning stages, similar Lake Nokomis Open Swim.  The intent is to give residents the opportunity to swim in open water for exercise and triathlon training.  Also for trained swimmers that do not have access to a pool.  The open swim events will be managed by the YMCA.</li>\r\n	<li>Other events are being planned, such as morning meditations, arts events, and more.  Announcements will be shared via the Nextdoor Kenwood website, so please sign up for the site for alerts on upcoming events.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is working to see if a sign can be secured to post at the entrance of the beach area announcing the schedule of activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is doing an amazing job leading the ECLB subcommittee and KIAA appreciates his dedication and effort to bring fun activities to ECLB for everyone.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low outlined the revised neighborhood priority plan that was drafted to direct activities and advise the expenditure of Community Participation Program funds.  Changes to the former plan were advised in response to a recent survey of residents and ongoing KIAA priorities.  Kathy did not seek re-election and was handing the work off to the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Included in the plan is SWLRT work, additional police patrols for ECLB, monthly newsletter, and neighborhood programming activities.</li>\r\n	<li>The final revised plan will be submitted to the city and put on record in the KIAA archives.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS is now published which reflects co-location of Light Rail and Freight Rail.  LRT Done Right is drafting a response to the SDEIS (Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement).  Jeanette Colby proposed that KIAA utilize the LRT Done Right as a foundation to the response for KIAA.  The responses are due by July 6<sup>th</sup> unless an extension is granted.  KIAA will draft a response representative of views expressed by residents and an evaluation of the SDEIS.  Any resident can review the SDEIS at <a href=\"http://www.metrocouncil.org/\">www.metrocouncil.org</a>.  Residents are encouraged to review environmental findings and mitigation plans and provide input to the Met Council directly.  The City of Minneapolis and Park Board are each planning to submit a response to the SDEIS in addition to those of LRT Done Right and KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to be involved with the Citizens Advisory Committee.  KIAA did not support co-location of freight and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor, but will focus the feedback on mitigation that is needed as determined by the board for safety, vibration, noise, light, and economic potential adverse effects on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of KIAA Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby was elected to Chair of the Board.  Ed Pluimer was re-elected as Treasurer.  Larry Moran was elected Vice Chair, to help oversee that transition of the position of Chair to Jeanette.  Shawn Smith was re-elected to Secretary.  The website will be updated by Jean Deatrich to reflect the officers for the next annual period.  It was noted that new members will be needed to continue the work of the board as some members have served for several terms and new resident participation is needed for succession planning.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2015 KIAA 4<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA had its 4<sup>th</sup> annual gathering on May 5<sup>th</sup> in Downtown Kenwood, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">In attendance were the KIAA board, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene, MPRB Anita Tabb, Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, 8 serving board members up for re-election, and approximately 80 neighbors.</p>\r\nThe gathering began at 6PM. The weather was great and everyone enjoyed complimentary Red Wagon Pizza and beverages provided by KIAA. Janet Hallaway from The Bridge for Youth was available to answer questions regarding her organization and to take donations. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM. He stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year: SWLRT work including work on the CAC and mitigation of potential adverse effects to the neighborhood, support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Movies in the Park, Kenwood Carnival, and the Skating Party. He also introduced Matt Spies, who leads the subcommittee working to address concerns over East Cedar Lake “Hidden” Beach. Angie Erdrich gave an update on the Raingarden to be constructed at Kenwood Corner in August 2015.\r\n\r\nLarry introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to himself: Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Ed Pluimer, and Shawn Smith. Larry made the motion for re-election, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood. If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us. If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> April 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">The KIAA Board met April 6, 2015, at Kenwood Rec Center.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Board Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Others present: Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and other Kenwood residents</p>\r\n\r\n<h1><strong>7th Ward Update - City Council Member Lisa Goodman </strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping on most north/south streets will be the week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; east/west streets and the remaining north/south streets will be the week of April 20<sup>th</sup>. Yard waste pickup begins week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; use compostable bags or yard waste containers.</li>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be on Wednesday April 29<sup>th</sup>. Olga Viso, Executive Director of the Walker Art Center, will give an in-depth look at the Walker’s $75 million renovation plans, including the Sculpture Garden and improvements to the hill and along Vineland Place. As usual, please arrive between 11:30 - 11:45 am to get lunch and a seat for the program.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa Goodman is also arranging a visit to the Minneapolis Emergency Operations Center the week of May 4<sup>th</sup> for interested residents. The Center was moved to Fridley and improved after the 35W bridge collapse. Space will be limited. Notice will be sent to anyone who is signed up for her regular notices by email. (Email her office if you would like to be added to her distribution list.)</li>\r\n	<li>Some qualified residents of CIDNA and Lowry Hill have volunteered to be on the Kenilworth Station Art and Landscape Committee that will look at station area design for some of the Minneapolis Southwest Light Rail stations. Selections will be made soon; contact Lisa Goodman’s office if anyone else is interested. KIAA expressed the strong interest in having this committee consider ways that the presence of a station could have a positive impact on problems at East Cedar Lake beach. Lisa Goodman thinks the committee will be focused only on the station design.</li>\r\n	<li>The owners of 1800 Lake/Knox project have stopped pumping water from the basement of the building into Lake Calhoun in accordance with the consent decree.</li>\r\n	<li>The City’s composting program has started; organics can be taken to drop-off sites listed at <a href=\"http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996\">http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996</a>. One of the drop-off sites is the South Transfer Station, 2850 20th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55407. Organics pick up will start in April 2016 for the Kenwood neighborhood. Homeowners will be charged for the service whether they sign up for pick up or not.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The East Cedar Lake Beach KIAA subcommittee recently met and also conducted an online survey. Survey results will be posted on NextDoor; there was interest in log-rolling, which could be once/week in partnership with the maker of synthetic logs who lives in the area, as well as point-to-point swimming across Cedar Lake. The Park Board indicated that they would be supportive of this swimming by providing a lifeguard and allowing this activity, which normally is prohibited.</li>\r\n	<li>The subcommittee discussed that the Park Police are best situated to determine when to deploy extra policing funded by KIAA. Josine Peters introduced a resolution to allocate an additional $3,000 (when added to the previously approved $5,000, for a total of $8,000) of remaining KIAA NRP funds to the Police Buy-Back contract with the City. Jack Levi seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Another idea for positive programming at the Beach is a canoe paddle derby. Jeanette Colby has confirmed the details for one KIAA-sponsored event for all ages: the Open Eye Figure Theatre Driveway Tour will be on Friday, June 5th at 7 p.m. at East Cedar Lake Beach. Residents are invited to picnic and enjoy an innovative puppet show. Jeanette Colby introduced a resolution approving $400 for the event; Kathy Low seconded and it passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Long-term solutions to the problems at the Beach were also discussed at the subcommitee’s recent meeting. Some of the Park Board’s ideas to be considered in the future include fixing up trails and constructing restrooms. <strong>The</strong> suggestion that a CAC be formed as a forum for discussing these kinds of changes was met with enthusiasm.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>SWLRT Discussion - Kathy Low</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy provided an update on the 106 review (environmental review process re: adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties in the neighborhood). KIAA continues to use the PVN consulting firm to assist in our role as consulting party in this process. Kathy proposed a resolution to approve a contract with PVN for 2015 and to add $2,000 to the contract with the City using Neighborhood Priority Plan funds to cover this cost. The consultant will discuss with KIAA what scope of work is requested for each future meeting. It is possible that CIDNA will share in the cost of the consultant’s time to prepare and attend meetings<strong>.</strong> The motion was seconded and carried unanimously. Kathy will attend the next 106 meeting on April 22<sup>nd</sup> and KIAA will seek a new representative for future meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>KIAA Annual Gathering – Angie Erdrich, Ed Pluimer</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> outside the downtown Kenwood businesses on West 21<sup>st</sup> Street beginning at 6 pm. BeARTrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Ed proposed a resolution to allocate $100 each to help with expenses those two businesses will incur as well as funds to cover other KIAA expenses for supplies for the event. Kathy Low seconded and the resolution passed unanimously. Delicious individually-prepared pizza will be prepared on site by Red Wagon Pizza. There will be a brief presentation by Chair Larry Moran at 6:30 describing KIAA activities. The 2015-2016 KIAA board will then be elected: new board members are needed and encouraged to attend. Last year was a huge success and all residents are welcome. Donations to the Bridge for Youth will be accepted.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:25 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, May 4th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on 21<sup>st</sup> Street in front of the Kenwood businesses as described above. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident in each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kiaa55405@gmail.com.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met March 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee), Dr. Eric Larson, and 6 other attendees and neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>No Update this month</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto provided an update on how KIAA funding was utilized in the summer of 2014 beach season. A total of 93 hours were utilized by park police for a budget cost of $6084, over the authorization of $5000 by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Most offenses at ECLB are due to narcotics and alcohol. Submitted for the minutes was a 10 year recap of police reports. 2014 had 101 reports written (not necessarily arrests)</li>\r\n	<li>Chief would like to continue to have “buy back” patrols in 2015 and to have funding in place before June for proactive presence at the beach. The Chief’s recommendation was to have an officer present from 11AM till 4PM on scheduled days (from buy back funding), so as not to double up coverage that is regularly scheduled after 2PM till 10PM, based on availability. He also recommended the board reach out to the 5<sup>th</sup> Precinct City Attorney for partnership in increasing awareness of repeat offenders. Further, to reach out to Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams for support.</li>\r\n	<li>Preceding the recommendation of the Hidden Beach task force, which will be provided to KIAA later in March, Jeanette Colby made a motion to authorize $5000 initially pending the recommendation of the committee (to be finalized March 17<sup>th</sup> at the rec center at 6:30, public welcome) and to be revisited at a later date in case extra funding is needed due to ideas that come from the task force. Josine Peters seconded. Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Larry Moran provided an update from the Community Advisory Committee meeting (Jody Strakosch is the neighborhood CAC representative), which occurs the last Tuesday of each month. Topics included Development Reviews, Community Works, and Design and Engineering. The primary issue was the SDEIS which will be delayed until late Spring or early summer, or later. This is important as SDEIS would speak to the environmental impact of co-location of freight and LRT in the Kenilworth Corridor with a single tunnel. Once complete, the public will have a 45 day period to comment.</li>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low provided an update on the 106 review (adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties). In December, KIAA sent a letter outlining concerns on this topic. MnDot agreed to expedite traffic studies to assess impact of project. It remains unclear what, if any, mitigation will be done to mitigate potential adverse impacts on historic properties. Motion carried unanimously for Kathy Low to send the letter regarding KIAA position on the channel. Motion also carried unanimously to authorize an additional $500 to pay the consultants PVN to help KIAA prepare a response letter to the most recent 106 consultation meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>Dr. Eric Larson, neighbor, addressed the board regarding the transportation of flammable liquids through the Kenilworth Corridor alongside SWLRT. He sent a letter to Fire Chief Fruetel asking him to explore the inherent danger of, and a plan to manage and mitigate the damage in the event of a spill or fire resulting from an ethanol train accident. Construction of the shallow tunnel will occur 12 feet from the freight rail track. Motion carried unanimously to endorse the letter.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn Smith made a motion to update, sign on behalf of KIAA, and send a letter to Senator Dibble recapping the discussion on outstanding questions on SWLRT from the last two meetings, to outline where information is needed and outstanding concerns that are not addressed. Seconded by Josine, carried unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Sculpture Garden Renovation – Josine Peters (minutes addendum)</h1>\r\n<strong>Statement:</strong>\r\n\r\nAs part of the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden renovation, the Walker Art Center will temporarily remove most sculptures. Many will be in storage, but others will be on short- or long-term loan to a number of Twin Cities institutions so that the public can still enjoy them during the construction project. The Walker is still in conversation with these potential partners and is identifying particular works for relocation. No official decisions have been made.\r\n\r\nOne thing we know for certain is that the Frank Gehry <em>Standing Fish</em> will be relocated from the Cowles Conservatory in order to reimagine that particular space. A formal announcement will be made in early 2015 announcing the relocation of specific artworks and their locations.\r\n\r\nMore information can be found on Minneapolisparks.org. Search under “current projects”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Carnival</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Motion carried unanimously to authorize $750 Kenwood Carnival.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> in front of the Kenwood Restaurant, 6-7:30. BeArtrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Food will be Red Wagon Pizza. New prospective board members are welcome. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Volunteers are Needed for Earth Day Cleanup.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meet on Saturday, April 25<sup>th</sup> at the Kenwood Rec Center. 9:30-noon. More info to come in April.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>February 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met February 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; 4 neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1>Lunch with Lisa on Feb 25<sup>th</sup> and the topic is TBD at the time of this meeting. There will be a communication shortly to provide interested residents the time, place and topic. The last lunch was well attended with a speaker from the Youth Homelessness Initiative.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There is a wrecking permit pulled for a residence at 2536 Upton S for a replacement house.</li>\r\n	<li>Property valuation notices for 2015 have been mailed to residents. If residents would like to have a review for equalization of their property value, it must be done at this time. If you believe your property is not correctly assessed, please refer to the City of Minneapolis website for instructions. You will need to pull your own comparative properties and submit an application for review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update, Section 106 Review (potential affects of SWLRT on historic properties) – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that the next SWLRT section 106 consultation meeting is 2/6. KIAA will attend the meeting along with the other consulting parties; SWLRT project staff, the State Historic Preservation Office, City of Minneapolis, the Park Board, CIDNA, and others. This meeting concerns solely the impact on the historical Kenilworth Channel crossing. Adverse effects on neighborhood historic properties from construction as well as operation of the trains and related traffic will continue to be the top focus of KIAA at future 106 meetings. Jeanette Colby motioned to approve $500 for the KIAA retained consultants Preservation Design Works to attend the meeting, Josine Peters seconded. The motion was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a follow up discussion led by Larry Moran regarding the need for specifics from the SW Project office for what to expect in 2015 on the project to be able to inform residents and how best to obtain that information. Suggestions that were made would be finalized after the meeting as a follow up but included contacting representatives to request their attention to any concerns that are not being addressed.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Larry Moran</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA task force is continuing to work on solutions for the 2015 beach season. The importance of continuity was stressed for a neighborhood strategy to address neighborhood concerns regarding the beach. If KIAA funds extra park police patrols in 2015, KIAA would work with funding recipients to align on how the money would be spent, and would look to include Chief Ohotto and Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams in the conversations. Jack Levi to follow up with Kathy Williams for an update from the task force on long term strategies and next steps.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> January 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 5, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Vice Chair Mike Bono called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; Dan Pennie, Anne Carayon, Dylan Thomas (SW Journal), Jean Deatrick (Hill and Lakes Press), Bruce Brunner, Donna Minter, Jody Strakosch\r\n\r\n7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman\r\n<h1><em> </em>Lunch with Lisa on Jan 28<sup>th</sup> will feature a Youth Homelessness speaker. RSVP to Lisa’s office is appreciated.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>SWLRT. There will be CIDNA, KIAA, Bryn Mawr, and Cedar Lake Park Association representation on committees regarding the W 21<sup>st</sup> St and Penn Ave stations. The city is seeking individuals with landscape architecture experience to serve on the committees and give input on environmental mitigation and remediation strategies.</li>\r\n	<li>A CIDNA homeowner described damage to homes on Sunset Blvd from the recent Met Council sewer reconstruction project. The Met Council and its contractor have not satisfactorily addressed the homeowners’ property damage claims according to the testimonial. Kathy Low brought forth a resolution for discussion, similar to one recently passed by CIDNA, requesting that the Met Council revise processes to resolve damage disputes and compensate property owners who suffer damage due to Met Council projects, especially in light of the proposed SWLRT construction. Discussion on how to engage state and city leadership is an issue that is common to neighborhoods at risk of damage by construction, for the agenda of a January 21<sup>st</sup> meeting. Kathy Low moved for approval of the resolution. Jeanette Colby seconded. Unanimously passed and final version was published to KIAA post-meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that on 1/7 the Park Board will vote on two resolutions – 1) request approval of funding to complete a study of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel for SWLRT 2) a letter to the FTA stating that input from the Park Board has not been duly considered (note: the Park Board subsequently voted to approve these motions in the 1/7 meeting). In the board’s materials for discussion is the KIAA Section 106 letter (which is in regard to the adverse effects of construction on historic districts or properties). This letter was approved between KIAA monthly meetings. There was a general discussion regarding upcoming opportunities for neighborhood input, potentially coordinating input with CIDNA and Cedar Lake Park Association, and the reliability of the funding for above mentioned mitigation strategies.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Property Resolution – Kathy Low</h1>\r\nHidden Beach Committee\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike Bono surfaced the discussion of the formation of a KIAA committee to proactively handle concerns for Hidden Beach. The committee chair description was developed by Chair Larry Moran prior to the meeting and was reviewed by the board members present. Angie Erdrich offered to get input on the draft description from Kathy Williams and the Hidden Beach committee she chairs currently.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nKIAA Annual Gathering\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The date of the Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. Preparations are underway and more details are to come. All neighbors are encouraged to join in the annual celebration of our neighborhood, and participate in the election of the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nRain Gardens\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich shared that 20 residents had applied for raingardens. A huge win for the</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>The Rain Garden grant is through Metro Blooms.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Addendum:</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The City of Minneapolis Public Works Department, after consultation with the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board, is working with a contractor to install a temporary diversion of the stormwater system from an outfall pipe in the Lagoon (between Lake of the Isles and Lake Calhoun) to the north shoreline of Lake Calhoun.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWork on the installation begain last week and is expected to be completed by January 16.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Mike Bono at 8:39 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<table width=\"640\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"9\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"4\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n&nbsp;','KIAA','','inherit','closed','closed','','1607-revision-3','','','2017-10-02 12:46:18','2017-10-02 17:46:18','',1607,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/10/02/1607-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(1628,2,'2017-11-05 17:11:13','2017-11-05 23:11:13','<strong>Kenwood Neighborhood News</strong>\n\nKenwood-Isles Area Association\n\nMonthly Board of Directors Meeting\nNovember 6<sup>th</sup>, 2017, 6/7:00 pm\n\n<strong>6:30      Closed Meeting</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>7:00      Welcome, Approval of the Agenda                                             Shawn Smith</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>7:05      City of Minneapolis Update                                                CM Lisa Goodman </strong>\n\n<strong>  </strong><strong>7:30      KIAA Contractor Discussion                                                                All</strong>\n\n<strong>                        NRP/CPP</strong>\n\n<strong>                        KIAA Website/Communication</strong>\n\n<strong>                        Neighborhood Programming</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>7:50      Annual Gathering Food Option, </strong>\n\n<strong>               Community Oven Association                                                  Rico Morales</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>8:00      NRP/CPP Allocation Discussion                                                   Shawn</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>8:20     Warming Hut Funding Request                                                      Shawn</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>8:30     Adjourn                                                                                                        All</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>KIAA Board Priorities 2017-2018     (standing topic and reminder)                                    </strong>\n\n-       <strong>Address Southwest Light Rail Issues</strong>\n\n-       <strong>Protect our Lakes/Parks/Environment</strong>\n\n-       <strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Safety</strong>\n\n-       <strong>Support Kenwood Rec Center, School, and Neighborhood Events</strong>\n\n-       <strong>Contract consultant to assist with communication/compliance</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>Action Between Meetings</strong>\n<ul>\n	<li><strong>Submitted $80 to EIRA to reimburse for September Ward 7 Forum</strong></li>\n</ul>','Kenwood News','','inherit','closed','closed','','1627-revision','','','2017-11-05 17:11:13','2017-11-05 23:11:13','',1627,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/11/05/1627-revision/',0,'revision','',0),(1629,2,'2017-11-05 17:12:15','2017-11-05 23:12:15','<strong>Kenwood Neighborhood News</strong>\n\n<strong>Kenwood-Isles Area Association</strong>\n\n<strong> Monthly Board of Directors Meeting</strong>\n<strong> November 6<sup>th</sup>, 2017, 6/7:00 pm</strong>\n\n<strong>6:30      Closed Meeting</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>7:00      Welcome, Approval of the Agenda                                         Shawn Smith</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>7:05      City of Minneapolis Update                                                CM Lisa Goodman </strong>\n\n<strong>  </strong><strong>7:30      KIAA Contractor Discussion                                                                All</strong>\n\n<strong>                        NRP/CPP</strong>\n\n<strong>                        KIAA Website/Communication</strong>\n\n<strong>                        Neighborhood Programming</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>7:50      Annual Gathering Food Option, </strong>\n\n<strong>               Community Oven Association                                                  Rico Morales</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>8:00      NRP/CPP Allocation Discussion                                                   Shawn</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>8:20     Warming Hut Funding Request                                                      Shawn</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>8:30     Adjourn                                                                                                        All</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>KIAA Board Priorities 2017-2018     (standing topic and reminder)                                    </strong>\n\n-       <strong>Address Southwest Light Rail Issues</strong>\n\n-       <strong>Protect our Lakes/Parks/Environment</strong>\n\n-       <strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Safety</strong>\n\n-       <strong>Support Kenwood Rec Center, School, and Neighborhood Events</strong>\n\n-       <strong>Contract consultant to assist with communication/compliance</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong><strong>Action Between Meetings</strong>\n<ul>\n	<li><strong>Submitted $80 to EIRA to reimburse for September Ward 7 Forum</strong></li>\n</ul>','Kenwood News','','inherit','closed','closed','','1627-autosave','','','2017-11-05 17:12:15','2017-11-05 23:12:15','',1627,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/11/05/1627-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(1630,2,'2017-10-14 12:17:58','2017-10-14 17:17:58','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2017 meetings continue on October 2, November 6, and December 4.\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-172','','','2017-10-14 12:17:58','2017-10-14 17:17:58','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/10/14/240-revision-172/',0,'revision','',0),(1657,2,'2017-12-08 11:07:09','2017-12-08 17:07:09','<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest  Light Rail (SWLRT) Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC.\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe four comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-04_22_2015-Materials_THL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 04_22_2015 Materials_THL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials-FINAL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials FINAL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Hill &amp; Lake Press article re: SWLRT</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong> By Michael Wilson</p>\r\n<p align=\"center\">The above article can be found on the bottom part of page one of this link:</p>\r\n<a title=\"Viability of SWLRT, current alignment questioned\" href=\"http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf\">http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest LRT Update re Park Board:\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects.\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners voted on the following resolution:\r\n\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Community Update on SWLRT: </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>What 2015 Holds</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Kenwood Rec Center Gym </strong>\r\n<strong>2101 West Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis,MN </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Wednesday, January 21st, 6-8 PM</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"></h1>\r\nThis event is hosted by Hennepin County District 3 Commissioner Marion Greene and co-sponsored by the Cedar-Isles-Dean Neighborhood Association (CIDNA), the Cedar Lake Park Association (CLPA) and the Kenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA). In response to feedback from these neighborhood groups, the meeting will offer presentations by the County and Southwest Light Rail Project Office, rather than an open house, with ample time for questions and answers. It has also been requested that the staff identify future opportunities for meaningful community input into the planning process. Commissioner Greene and other presenters will begin at 6 pm and answer questions afterwards, starting sometime between 7 and 7:30. Questions may be submitted to Marion Green in advance or asked at the meeting. <a href=\"mailto:Marion.Greene@hennepin.us\" target=\"_blank\">Marion.Greene@hennepin.us</a>\r\n\r\nCommissioner Greene states: \"All are welcome; we anticipate this meeting being of greatest interest to people who live in the area of the West Lake, 21st Street, or Kenwood side of the Penn Avenue Stations, who want to know how the project will move forward in 2015, and ways to get involved.\"\r\n\r\n~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\r\n<h1><strong>How should the City of Minneapolis gauge its success?</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe City of Minneapolis has launched a project soliciting public input on how the City can know it is achieving its goals.  For example, what does \"Living Well\" (one of the five City goals) mean to those who live, work, and play in Minneapolis?  Does it mean connected neighborhoods?  Access to amenities? Safe streets?\r\n\r\nThrough the project, the City is looking for input from the community to help define what success looks like.  through community outreach and online engagement, the City wants to hear from folks on what Minneapolis looks like when the City achieves its goals.\r\n\r\nFolks are encouraged to share their thoughts using an online engagement tool (Success.MinneapolisMN.gov) now until Feb. 6 and encourage others in Minneapolis to also weigh in with their feedback.  Because the online engagement tool uses crowdsourcing technology, the information within the tool will update in real time to display the changing input and ideas of its users.  Log in often to submit new ideas and vote on new information!  It\'s quick and easy to participate, and you can spend as much or as little time within the tool as you want.\r\n\r\nThe City is using tailored engagement strategies to ensure it gets a variety of perspectives from a wide range of communities including cultural communities, GLBTQA, seniors, youth, and City employees.  The community will have opportunities to provide input through community listening sessions and paper surveys in addition to the online engagement tool.\r\n\r\nOnce the engagement period closes, City staff will develop measures for the most popular themes within each City goal.  Thank you for participating in this important project.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nINPUT NEEDED on KIAA\'s Response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for Light Rail Line\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on a response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. <strong>KIAA\'s draft response can be found on the LRT page of this website:</strong><a title=\"LRT\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/\">http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/</a> . Please provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net \">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a> or by attending KIAA\'s December 3rdmeeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). Please also consider submitting your own response to the DEIS by following the instructions on the Southwest Transitway web site, <a href=\"http://southwesttransit.org\">southwesttransit.org</a>.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-80','','','2017-12-08 11:07:09','2017-12-08 17:07:09','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/12/08/46-revision-80/',0,'revision','',0),(1658,2,'2017-12-08 11:12:23','2017-12-08 17:12:23','<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest  Light Rail (SWLRT) Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC.\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe four comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-04_22_2015-Materials_THL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 04_22_2015 Materials_THL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials-FINAL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials FINAL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Hill &amp; Lake Press article re: SWLRT</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong> By Michael Wilson</p>\r\n<p align=\"center\">The above article can be found on the bottom part of page one of this link:</p>\r\n<a title=\"Viability of SWLRT, current alignment questioned\" href=\"http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf\">http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest LRT Update re Park Board:\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects.\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners voted on the following resolution:\r\n\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Community Update on SWLRT: </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>What 2015 Holds</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Kenwood Rec Center Gym </strong>\r\n<strong>2101 West Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis,MN </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Wednesday, January 21st, 6-8 PM</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"></h1>\r\nThis event is hosted by Hennepin County District 3 Commissioner Marion Greene and co-sponsored by the Cedar-Isles-Dean Neighborhood Association (CIDNA), the Cedar Lake Park Association (CLPA) and the Kenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA). In response to feedback from these neighborhood groups, the meeting will offer presentations by the County and Southwest Light Rail Project Office, rather than an open house, with ample time for questions and answers. It has also been requested that the staff identify future opportunities for meaningful community input into the planning process. Commissioner Greene and other presenters will begin at 6 pm and answer questions afterwards, starting sometime between 7 and 7:30. Questions may be submitted to Marion Green in advance or asked at the meeting. <a href=\"mailto:Marion.Greene@hennepin.us\" target=\"_blank\">Marion.Greene@hennepin.us</a>\r\n\r\nCommissioner Greene states: \"All are welcome; we anticipate this meeting being of greatest interest to people who live in the area of the West Lake, 21st Street, or Kenwood side of the Penn Avenue Stations, who want to know how the project will move forward in 2015, and ways to get involved.\"\r\n\r\n~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\r\n<h1><strong>How should the City of Minneapolis gauge its success?</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe City of Minneapolis has launched a project soliciting public input on how the City can know it is achieving its goals.  For example, what does \"Living Well\" (one of the five City goals) mean to those who live, work, and play in Minneapolis?  Does it mean connected neighborhoods?  Access to amenities? Safe streets?\r\n\r\nThrough the project, the City is looking for input from the community to help define what success looks like.  through community outreach and online engagement, the City wants to hear from folks on what Minneapolis looks like when the City achieves its goals.\r\n\r\nFolks are encouraged to share their thoughts using an online engagement tool (Success.MinneapolisMN.gov) now until Feb. 6 and encourage others in Minneapolis to also weigh in with their feedback.  Because the online engagement tool uses crowdsourcing technology, the information within the tool will update in real time to display the changing input and ideas of its users.  Log in often to submit new ideas and vote on new information!  It\'s quick and easy to participate, and you can spend as much or as little time within the tool as you want.\r\n\r\nThe City is using tailored engagement strategies to ensure it gets a variety of perspectives from a wide range of communities including cultural communities, GLBTQA, seniors, youth, and City employees.  The community will have opportunities to provide input through community listening sessions and paper surveys in addition to the online engagement tool.\r\n\r\nOnce the engagement period closes, City staff will develop measures for the most popular themes within each City goal.  Thank you for participating in this important project.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nINPUT NEEDED on KIAA\'s Response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for Light Rail Line\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on a response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. <strong>KIAA\'s draft response can be found on the LRT page of this website:</strong><a title=\"LRT\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/\">http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/</a> . Please provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net \">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a> or by attending KIAA\'s December 3rdmeeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). Please also consider submitting your own response to the DEIS by following the instructions on the Southwest Transitway web site, <a href=\"http://southwesttransit.org\">southwesttransit.org</a>.\r\n\r\nLRT Public Hearings\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\nThe next KIAA meeting  is Monday, <strong>November 5th </strong>from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center and we expect discussion of the DEIS to be on the agenda. All Kenwood residents are invited to the meeting, as always.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-81','','','2017-12-08 11:12:23','2017-12-08 17:12:23','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/12/08/46-revision-81/',0,'revision','',0),(1660,2,'2017-09-15 14:04:43','2017-09-15 19:04:43','<strong>By U.S. mail:</strong>\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association\r\n<h4>PO Box 3660</h4>\r\n<h4>Minneapolis, MN 55403</h4>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>By phone or email:</strong>\r\n\r\nShawn Smith\r\n\r\n612\r\n\r\nssmith288@me.com\r\n\r\nOr, you may contact any of the KIAA Board of Directors at their email address shown under the “<a title=\"KIAA\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/kiaa/\">KIAA Listing of Board Members</a>” section of this website','CONTACT US','','inherit','closed','closed','','50-revision-10','','','2017-09-15 14:04:43','2017-09-15 19:04:43','',50,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/09/15/50-revision-10/',0,'revision','',0),(1663,2,'2017-12-08 11:12:24','2017-12-08 17:12:24','<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest  Light Rail (SWLRT) Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC.\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe four comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-04_22_2015-Materials_THL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 04_22_2015 Materials_THL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials-FINAL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials FINAL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Hill &amp; Lake Press article re: SWLRT</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong> By Michael Wilson</p>\r\n<p align=\"center\">The above article can be found on the bottom part of page one of this link:</p>\r\n<a title=\"Viability of SWLRT, current alignment questioned\" href=\"http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf\">http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest LRT Update re Park Board:\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects.\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners voted on the following resolution:\r\n\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Community Update on SWLRT: </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>What 2015 Holds</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Kenwood Rec Center Gym </strong>\r\n<strong>2101 West Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis,MN </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Wednesday, January 21st, 6-8 PM</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"></h1>\r\nThis event is hosted by Hennepin County District 3 Commissioner Marion Greene and co-sponsored by the Cedar-Isles-Dean Neighborhood Association (CIDNA), the Cedar Lake Park Association (CLPA) and the Kenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA). In response to feedback from these neighborhood groups, the meeting will offer presentations by the County and Southwest Light Rail Project Office, rather than an open house, with ample time for questions and answers. It has also been requested that the staff identify future opportunities for meaningful community input into the planning process. Commissioner Greene and other presenters will begin at 6 pm and answer questions afterwards, starting sometime between 7 and 7:30. Questions may be submitted to Marion Green in advance or asked at the meeting. <a href=\"mailto:Marion.Greene@hennepin.us\" target=\"_blank\">Marion.Greene@hennepin.us</a>\r\n\r\nCommissioner Greene states: \"All are welcome; we anticipate this meeting being of greatest interest to people who live in the area of the West Lake, 21st Street, or Kenwood side of the Penn Avenue Stations, who want to know how the project will move forward in 2015, and ways to get involved.\"\r\n\r\n~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\r\n<h1><strong>How should the City of Minneapolis gauge its success?</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe City of Minneapolis has launched a project soliciting public input on how the City can know it is achieving its goals.  For example, what does \"Living Well\" (one of the five City goals) mean to those who live, work, and play in Minneapolis?  Does it mean connected neighborhoods?  Access to amenities? Safe streets?\r\n\r\nThrough the project, the City is looking for input from the community to help define what success looks like.  through community outreach and online engagement, the City wants to hear from folks on what Minneapolis looks like when the City achieves its goals.\r\n\r\nFolks are encouraged to share their thoughts using an online engagement tool (Success.MinneapolisMN.gov) now until Feb. 6 and encourage others in Minneapolis to also weigh in with their feedback.  Because the online engagement tool uses crowdsourcing technology, the information within the tool will update in real time to display the changing input and ideas of its users.  Log in often to submit new ideas and vote on new information!  It\'s quick and easy to participate, and you can spend as much or as little time within the tool as you want.\r\n\r\nThe City is using tailored engagement strategies to ensure it gets a variety of perspectives from a wide range of communities including cultural communities, GLBTQA, seniors, youth, and City employees.  The community will have opportunities to provide input through community listening sessions and paper surveys in addition to the online engagement tool.\r\n\r\nOnce the engagement period closes, City staff will develop measures for the most popular themes within each City goal.  Thank you for participating in this important project.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nINPUT NEEDED on KIAA\'s Response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for Light Rail Line\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on a response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. <strong>KIAA\'s draft response can be found on the LRT page of this website:</strong><a title=\"LRT\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/\">http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/</a> . Please provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net \">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a> or by attending KIAA\'s December 3rdmeeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). Please also consider submitting your own response to the DEIS by following the instructions on the Southwest Transitway web site, <a href=\"http://southwesttransit.org\">southwesttransit.org</a>.\r\n\r\nLRT Public Hearings\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\nThe next KIAA meeting  is Monday, <strong>November 5th </strong>from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center and we expect discussion of the DEIS to be on the agenda. All Kenwood residents are invited to the meeting, as always.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-82','','','2017-12-08 11:12:24','2017-12-08 17:12:24','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/12/08/46-revision-82/',0,'revision','',0),(1664,2,'2017-12-08 11:24:00','2017-12-08 17:24:00','<strong>Kenwood News January 23, 2016</strong>\r\n\r\nIn July, 2013, KIAA advanced a position statement opposing “co-location” of freight rail and SWLRT.  We continue to maintain that position, as this routing decision adds enormously to project costs without evidence that it can preserve the environment, protect quality of life, and create a safe and equitable mode of transit.\r\n\r\nSince then, the KIAA board and other Kenwood residents have engaged with planners through public processes such as environmental review, Section 106 historical review, and the Community Advisory Committee.  In this spirit, we pass along the information below.\r\n\r\n<strong>SWLRT Community Update</strong>\r\n\r\nOn Tuesday, February 2, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene will host a community update on SWLRT, \"to discuss project goals and opportunities for community input in 2016.\"  SWLRT Project Office staff will be joined by staff from the City of Minneapolis and Hennepin County. Please come with your questions and concerns. St. Paul\'s Episcopal Church, 1917 Logan Avenue South, February 2nd 6:00 to 7:00 PM\r\n\r\n<strong> Proposed SWLRT Station Names</strong>\r\n\r\nIt seems like putting the cart before the horse, but the Met Council is considering different names for the proposed 21st Street station and the proposed Penn Ave station.  For Penn, they\'re proposing \"Bryn Mawr station.\"  For 21st Street, they are proposing \"Kenwood station\" or \"Cedar Lake station.\"  If you would like to weigh in or propose a different name, please contact any KIAA Board member or KIAA at your earliest convenience.\r\n\r\nKIAA Chair Jeanette Colby: jmcolby@earthlink.net; KIAA55405@gmail.com\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest  Light Rail (SWLRT) Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC.\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe four comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-04_22_2015-Materials_THL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 04_22_2015 Materials_THL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials-FINAL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials FINAL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Hill &amp; Lake Press article re: SWLRT</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong> By Michael Wilson</p>\r\n<p align=\"center\">The above article can be found on the bottom part of page one of this link:</p>\r\n<a title=\"Viability of SWLRT, current alignment questioned\" href=\"http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf\">http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest LRT Update re Park Board:\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects.\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners voted on the following resolution:\r\n\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Community Update on SWLRT: </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>What 2015 Holds</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Kenwood Rec Center Gym </strong>\r\n<strong>2101 West Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis,MN </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Wednesday, January 21st, 6-8 PM</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"></h1>\r\nThis event is hosted by Hennepin County District 3 Commissioner Marion Greene and co-sponsored by the Cedar-Isles-Dean Neighborhood Association (CIDNA), the Cedar Lake Park Association (CLPA) and the Kenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA). In response to feedback from these neighborhood groups, the meeting will offer presentations by the County and Southwest Light Rail Project Office, rather than an open house, with ample time for questions and answers. It has also been requested that the staff identify future opportunities for meaningful community input into the planning process. Commissioner Greene and other presenters will begin at 6 pm and answer questions afterwards, starting sometime between 7 and 7:30. Questions may be submitted to Marion Green in advance or asked at the meeting. <a href=\"mailto:Marion.Greene@hennepin.us\" target=\"_blank\">Marion.Greene@hennepin.us</a>\r\n\r\nCommissioner Greene states: \"All are welcome; we anticipate this meeting being of greatest interest to people who live in the area of the West Lake, 21st Street, or Kenwood side of the Penn Avenue Stations, who want to know how the project will move forward in 2015, and ways to get involved.\"\r\n\r\n~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\r\n<h1><strong>How should the City of Minneapolis gauge its success?</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe City of Minneapolis has launched a project soliciting public input on how the City can know it is achieving its goals.  For example, what does \"Living Well\" (one of the five City goals) mean to those who live, work, and play in Minneapolis?  Does it mean connected neighborhoods?  Access to amenities? Safe streets?\r\n\r\nThrough the project, the City is looking for input from the community to help define what success looks like.  through community outreach and online engagement, the City wants to hear from folks on what Minneapolis looks like when the City achieves its goals.\r\n\r\nFolks are encouraged to share their thoughts using an online engagement tool (Success.MinneapolisMN.gov) now until Feb. 6 and encourage others in Minneapolis to also weigh in with their feedback.  Because the online engagement tool uses crowdsourcing technology, the information within the tool will update in real time to display the changing input and ideas of its users.  Log in often to submit new ideas and vote on new information!  It\'s quick and easy to participate, and you can spend as much or as little time within the tool as you want.\r\n\r\nThe City is using tailored engagement strategies to ensure it gets a variety of perspectives from a wide range of communities including cultural communities, GLBTQA, seniors, youth, and City employees.  The community will have opportunities to provide input through community listening sessions and paper surveys in addition to the online engagement tool.\r\n\r\nOnce the engagement period closes, City staff will develop measures for the most popular themes within each City goal.  Thank you for participating in this important project.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nINPUT NEEDED on KIAA\'s Response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for Light Rail Line\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on a response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. <strong>KIAA\'s draft response can be found on the LRT page of this website:</strong><a title=\"LRT\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/\">http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/</a> . Please provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net \">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a> or by attending KIAA\'s December 3rdmeeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). Please also consider submitting your own response to the DEIS by following the instructions on the Southwest Transitway web site, <a href=\"http://southwesttransit.org\">southwesttransit.org</a>.\r\n\r\nLRT Public Hearings\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\nThe next KIAA meeting  is Monday, <strong>November 5th </strong>from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center and we expect discussion of the DEIS to be on the agenda. All Kenwood residents are invited to the meeting, as always.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-83','','','2017-12-08 11:24:00','2017-12-08 17:24:00','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/12/08/46-revision-83/',0,'revision','',0),(1681,2,'2017-12-13 11:44:47','2017-12-13 17:44:47','<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n(click on a topic below to view)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#what\">What is KIAA?</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#message\">Message from KIAA Chair</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#listing\">Listing of Board Members</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#join\">Join a Committee</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#support\">Support Our Neighborhood</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#minutes\">KIAA Board Meeting Minutes</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Bylaws_2011.pdf\">KIAA bylaws (click for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-EEO-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA EEO Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-ADA-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA ADA Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/KIAA-Grievance-Procedure1.docx\">KIAA Grievance Procedure</a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"what\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>What is KIAA ?</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Isles Area Association</strong> <strong></strong>is a volunteer organization of Kenwood residents who, since 1962, have worked together in a collaborative effort to address issues and matters related to maintaining and improving the quality of life in our neighborhood. The neighborhood-elected Board of Directors generally meets the 1st Monday of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. These meetings are open to the public. The topics of discussion include:\r\n\r\nA City Council update from Lisa Goodman, our City Council representative\r\n\r\nA Treasurer’s report\r\n\r\nCommittee updates\r\n\r\nOther neighborhood updates/news\r\n\r\nWe invite you to attend our meetings and to become involved in the neighborhood by joining the Board or serving on one of our committees: Communications, Crime and Safety, Events/Special Projects, Light Rail Transit (LRT), Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP), and Zoning.\r\n\r\nWe also invite you to participate in our neighborhood events which include:\r\n\r\nThe City of Lakes Loppet and neighborhood skating party in late January/early February\r\n\r\nOur annual neighborhood meeting in May\r\n\r\nSpecial events in Kenwood Park during the summer\r\n\r\nThe Twin Cities Marathon in early October.\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA Mission Statement</strong> – To build a strong community in the Kenwood-Isles area by providing leadership, information on local matters, and a forum for issues resolution.\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Mascot</strong>, Egret (Why the Egret you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Color</strong>, Red (Why red you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\"><img title=\"egret-red\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"448\" height=\"261\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"listing\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Shawn Smith (Chair)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Larry Moran (Vice Chair) </strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Jack Levi (Secretary)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:jack@levicapital.com\">jack@levicapital.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Matthew Spies (Treasurer)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>matthew.spies@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Michael Bono</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:mbono@brocade.com\">mbono@brocade.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Mark Brown</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:pluim2020@aol.com\">M</a>ark@AcceleratedInnovations.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong><a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><a href=\"mailto:angie_sandeep@yahoo.com\">angie_sandeep@yahoo.c</a>om\r\n\r\n<strong>Carl Goldstein</strong>\r\n\r\ncarl@wordsonfire.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Kyle Leier</strong>\r\n\r\nKyleier@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeremy Nichols</strong>\r\n\r\njsn@umn.edu\r\n\r\n<strong>Will Stensrud</strong>\r\n\r\nwillstensrud@gmail.com\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div><strong>Join a Committee</strong> – The <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> would love to have more neighborhood participation on our standing committees. We need your ideas on how to make the <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> even better and more relevant to everyone in the neighborhood. Any one who lives or owns property in the Kenwood neighborhood is eligible to join. If you are interested in participating, please contact any of the committee members listed:</div>\r\n<table width=\"810\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Communications </strong>(Chair is vacant) –This committee works toward better communication among neighbors, KIAA Board members, and other organizations and entities. It also works to promote the Kenwood neighborhood.Responsibilities include:</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Publishing the semi-annual KIAA newsletter and monthly e-newsletter</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the KIAA web site</li>\r\n	<li>Creating/maintaining the neighborhood welcome kit</li>\r\n	<li>Developing communication materials and methods</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the neighborhood e-mail distribution list</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong> Chair is Mark Johnson – <a href=\"mailto:mjruns26@gmail.com\">mjruns26@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee works to promote safety in the Kenwood neighborhood.Goals include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Keeping the community safe</li>\r\n	<li>Educating residents about safety issues</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating information about crimes in the area in a timely and accurate manner</li>\r\n	<li>Recruiting block leaders</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining a relationship with the Minneapolis Police Dept. and Crime Prevention Specialist</li>\r\n	<li>For more information or to subscribe to the quarterly e-newsletter for our precinct (the 5th) visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>or text SPOTLIGHT to 22828.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Events/Special Projects</strong> Chair is Amy Lucas – <a href=\"mailto:amylucas@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">amymlucas@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee plans neighborhood events and works with the Kenwood Recreation Center staff and other neighborhood associations to co-sponsor events. It also addresses issues of current interest to neighborhood residents and ensures KIAA representation on community task forces.Some of the annual events coordinated by this committee are:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Skating party</li>\r\n	<li>Earth day/community cleanup day</li>\r\n	<li>Neighborhood Annual Meeting</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>LRT</strong> Chair is Jeanette Colby – <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\" target=\"_blank\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\nHennepin County and the Met Council are planning a light rail line (SWLRT) between Eden Prairie and downtown Minneapolis that would run along the Kenilworth Trail through the Kenwood neighborhood. KIAA has taken an active role in advocating for high design standards and mitigation that protect our parks and neighborhood.Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Attending community meetings</li>\r\n	<li>Drafting resolutions</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with the KIAA Board and neighbors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong></strong><strong>NRP </strong>Chair position is vacant\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as liaison with the Minneapolis Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) and with the new Minneapolis Neighborhood &amp; Community Relations (NCR) Department.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Management of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Solicitation of neighborhood projects to be recipients of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Completion of required paperwork</li>\r\n	<li>Development and implementation of our NRP Phase II plan</li>\r\n	<li>Communication with NRP staff and neighborhood activists citywide regarding NRP matters</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and written materials required by new Minneapolis NCR Department</li>\r\n	<li>Frequent updates regarding NRP and Minneapolis NCR/NCEC matters at KIAA Board meetings</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Zoning</strong> Chair is Larry Moran – <a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as the liaison between neighborhood homeowners seeking variances or conditional use permits and the KIAA Board.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Responding to neighbor’s questions regarding neighborhood zoning rules</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating the variance or conditional use permit process to neighbors</li>\r\n	<li>Meeting with neighbors to review any variance or conditional use permit requests</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with Minneapolis zoning and planning officials</li>\r\n	<li>Presenting requests for variances or conditional use permits to the KIAA Board</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"support\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Support Our Neighborhood – </strong>Your membership helps<strong> KIAA</strong> support neighborhood projects and events. Click on the link below to download a PDF of the membership form, then print out the form:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?attachment_id=113\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-113\">KIAA_Membership form (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform.gif\"><img title=\"KIAA Membership Form\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform-150x150.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>December 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met on 12/04/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Carl Goldstein, Jeremy Nichols, Mark Brown.\r\n\r\nAbsent: Kyle Leier, Mike Bono\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe financial report was added to the agenda at the beginning of the meeting.\r\n\r\nThe Agenda was approved unanimously.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong><strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWednesday, December 6 was the last opportunity to provide public testimony for the City of Minneapolis’ budget.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lisa commented that due to the larger tax base, many homeowners did not see an increase this year.  However, other wards saw increases based on the appreciation of the value of their homes</li>\r\n	<li>“Later with Lisa” will meet on December 18, 2017 between 5:30 and 7:30 at the Historic Normandy Inn.</li>\r\n	<li>The renovation of the warming house on Lake of the Isles is proceeding.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>Reading Partners – Kari Heistad</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nReading Partners is a non profit organization that addresses illiteracy in schools. This effort started 3 years ago and they are currently in 13 schools in Minnesota, mostly in the metro area. For more information, please go to: readingpartners.org\r\n\r\nThe non profit is looking for volunteers and also hoping to spread the word about the program.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>NRP/CPP</strong><strong> – Shawn Smith:</strong><strong></strong>\r\n\r\nThe contract for the years 2017-2019 was approved by the City of Minneapolis. KIAA is now waiting for the funds to come through before reimbursements can be executed.\r\n\r\nChair Shawn talked about the continuing challenges for hiring a bookkeeper and communication contract person. The main challenge is the difference skill sets required for bookkeeping and communication. The idea of hiring two people is contemplated. Matt offered to do the bookkeeping for the next 3-6 months until a suitable person is found. KIAA placed public notice in Next Door as well as Hill and Lakes Press to solicit interest.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hidden Beach planning ideas – Will Stensrud</strong>\r\n\r\nWill proposed to turn a section of the beach into an amphitheater for music and theater events; Will is also suggesting a solar generator at the beach to run the equipment associated with an amphitheater.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:33 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on January 8, 2018, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong><strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> November 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Prior to the public meeting, at 6:30pm, a closed pre-meeting was held where the current contractor/consultant role and candidates were discussed.  No recommendation was made to the full board.</p>\r\n Also, a motion to approve up to $75 for cookies for the winter ice skating party on Lake of the Isles was approved between meetings by email on 11/1/2017.\r\n\r\nKIAA Board met on 11/06/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Mike Bono, Carl Goldstein, Jeremy Nichols, Mark Brown.\r\n\r\nAbsent: Kyle Leier\r\n\r\nThe Agenda was approved unanimously\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong><strong></strong>\r\n\r\nStreet sweeping is ongoing; please remind neighbors not to rake the leaves from their yard to the curb. The last day for yard waste is Tuesday 11/14/17.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Allina now is making grants available for their Neighborhood Health Connection program; KIAA falls into the category that makes it eligible for this grant and may want to apply to support East Cedar Beach activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Wednesday, November 29 is the date for the City of Minneapolis budget hearing for 2018 at the City Council meeting; please call in advance if you want to come to the meeting to provide public testimony.</li>\r\n	<li>A short term rental ordinance is forthcoming. It would apply to Airbnb or anyone who wants to rent their homes; if the sharing economy is the future, it must be fairly regulated. The regulation is summarized as follows:  If you live in your house, there is no limit as to how many rooms you can rent and you pay no fee. If you don’t live in the house, but you are there sometimes you pay a fee of $46/year. If you don’t live in the house and renting it, the property must be registered and a rental license is necessary.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Community Oven –</strong><strong> Rico Morales, Angie Erdrich</strong><strong></strong>\r\n\r\nKingfield built a community oven and they keep it on the grounds of the communities’ Center for Performing Arts Building; the purpose of this oven is to foster community building. It has been successful. Rico, who is behind the Kingfield project is suggesting that KIAA could have a temporary oven (one that can be assembled and then dismantled) to reduce the food expense for KIAA’s annual meeting. However, this still puts the burden of the food as well as the labor to install and cook, on KIAA. After considering this possibility, KIAA does not believe that this is a viable option.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Warming House on Lake of the Isles – Shawn Smith:</strong><strong></strong>\r\n\r\nA committee of East Isles Residents’ Association is advancing a project to renovate and “refresh” the Lake of the Isles warming house. They would use about $25,000 in NRP funds to paint, install a new metal roof, and replace windows and doors.  EIRA’s budget is not enough to fund other improvements, such as new carpeting or outdoor decking.  These would bring the total cost of renovation to $39,950.  EIRA approached KIAA to ask if KIAA would consider funding part of these expenses.\r\n\r\nJeanette clarified that this is not the same project that had been presented to KIAA earlier; that planning group was not part of the EIRA group.  The EIRA proposal is not a replacement of the warming house and does not address all the current structure’s problems, such as the large expense of moving the building into place, removing and storing it.  The EIRA design had not been shared with any other neighborhood, but a meeting was to be held on November 8th for anyone interested.\r\n\r\nShawn and Larry pointed out the this is a Park Board asset and should be maintained by the Park Board, especially since a significant tax increase passed last year to maintain and improve park properties.  It was decided that KIAA is not in a position to fund these expenses.\r\n\r\n<strong>NRP/CPP</strong><strong> – Shawn Smith:</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey and subsequent planning, Shawn Smith and Matt Spies recommended the following allocation for KIAA’s priorities:\r\n\r\nSWLRT mitigation $900\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Beach activities including police spending $5,000\r\n\r\nLakes of the Isles landscaping or improvements $2,000\r\n\r\nKenwood Park, Kenwood school $3,000\r\n\r\nKIAA communications and stipends, $10,000\r\n\r\nThe board voted and approved this allocation unanimously.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFollowing the November meeting, on 11/14/2017, Chair Smith sent an email stating that KIAA has now officially filed its NRP/CPP stemming from our discussion at our November meeting.  We are all set for the 2017-2019 \"triennium\".\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOctober 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 10/02/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors that are present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Mike Bono, Carl Goldstein, Jeremy Nichols\r\n\r\nAbsent: Kyle Leier, Jeanette Colby, Mark Brown\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>October 25 is Lunch with Lisa at noon at St Thomas Opus Hall, in room 202. The head of the Super Bowl committee will be there to talk about family events during the Super Bowl.</li>\r\n	<li>October street sweeping: Starts October 16 and will last four weeks</li>\r\n	<li>1988 Sheridan will be applying for a variance for an addition to the existing home</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting for the November 7 elections has started for \"City Municipal\" elections for Mayor, City Council, Park Board, and Board of Estimate and Taxation</li>\r\n	<li>City of Minneapolis exceeds $1billion in permits for 2017; this number excludes the stadium.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Budget – Matt Spies, Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn learned about regulations concerning CPP funds from the City of Minneapolis.  They need to be identified as part of the NRP funding application.  The board approved proactively allocating the money in the next three year cycle vs having a public notice and 21 day waiting period any time monies would be allocated.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn spoke to Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto and asked for his perspective on the 95 police reports written in 2017; even though this number is higher than 2016, the Chief found this not alarming because in 2017 they were watching the beach more carefully, including observing activities from a distance with binoculars and that extra surveillance drove the increase. KIAA allocated $5000 for the 2017 season for extra police hours, of which $2820 was used.</li>\r\n	<li>The Board emphasized the importance of starting the patrols early in 2018 in order to establish a presence early to have a safe start to the 2018 beach season.</li>\r\n	<li>The KIAA annual meeting food expenses are not reimbursable by the City. Matt is in favor of reducing food expenses for the KIAA annual meeting and to put more effort, throughout the year, towards raising more money for expenses not reimbursable by the City.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Community Oven – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\nKingfield built a community oven and they keep it on the ground of the communities’ Arts Building; the purpose of this oven is to foster community building and it has been successful. KIAA is considering a temporary oven to be used at the annual gathering to reduce food expense.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>Will Stensrud</strong>:\r\n\r\nThe portable saunas from the “612 Sauna Society” are set to go on the 21st, 22nd, 28<sup>th</sup> and 29th of October at Hidden Beach. They will be open 3 sessions each of those evenings; each session will accommodate 8 reservations online. The cost is $20 for a spot.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hidden Beach – Will Stensrud: </strong>\r\n\r\nWill has had conversations with Keith Prussing regarding a concert at Hidden Beach; Keith is in support of live acoustic music at the beach in 2018. The aim is to have 100-150 people attending.\r\n\r\nRandolph Findley of the Shakespeare production Company has agreed to have some of the productions for the summer of 2018 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nWill is looking at scheduling a committee meeting; the committee currently consists of Mark Brown, Matt Spies and Will Stensrud.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>Community Communications – Shawn Smith:</strong>\r\n\r\nKIAA current has a paid consultant to manage the KIAA newsletter, the website, and other communications.  The annual stipend is $5000.  As the current consultant contract has expired, KIAA is opening up a search for any interested individuals to apply.  Please email Chair Shawn Smith at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> by October 23rd if interested in applying.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on November 6, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>September 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKIAA Board met on 9/12/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Angie Erdrich, Kyle Leier, Will Stensrud. Directors absent: Mike Bono, Carl Goldstein, Mark Brown, Jeremy Nichols.  Also present: Councilmember Lisa Goodman, Jake Warner, Jean Deatrick.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the “60% design review regarding Peavey Plaza”. One of the decisions made so far is that there will be no public restrooms at the Plaza, but the MN Orchestra will be providing a restroom for the public.</li>\r\n	<li>In October, the Superbowl committee is giving out $100,000 and organizing lots of kids’ activities.</li>\r\n	<li>October street sweeping: the City is looking at a 4-5 week window. Date for starting has not established yet.</li>\r\n	<li>The Mayor delivered the budget today. Details at: <a href=\"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/mayor/news/WCMSP-204780\">http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/mayor/news/WCMSP-204780</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis early voting date is September 22, 2017</li>\r\n	<li>So far, 45,000 households signed up for organic recycling in Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>The Graves Foundation is proposing a facility near Hennepin &amp; Franklin for affordable youth housing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Thrill Kenwood, Clothing Swap &amp; other topics  - Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n\r\nThrill Kenwood will happen again this year, and $2,150 is needed for the budget. Shawn asked that KIAA approve a $750 contribution. The motion was approved by KIAA, unanimously.\r\n\r\nKenwood neighbors have expressed an interest in holding a clothing swap.  Angie Erdrich requested the KIAA sponsor this activity, as it is an opportunity to both support re-use and build community.  It could be held at the Kenwood Rec Center for a $75 room rental fee.  The board unanimously approved a $75 expenditure for this activity. Funding was supported as it ties to KIAA neighborhood priorities to build more neighborhood connections at the Rec Center.\r\n\r\nKIAA approved up to $300 to sponsor a Ward 7 candidate forum.  Funding will come from NRP money where expenses qualify for reimbursement. The forum will be at the St Paul Episcopal church on Sept 28 at 7pm.\r\n\r\nThere is a shortage of election judges this year; everyone is encouraged to apply for the vacancies.\r\n\r\nThere will be a modified grievance policy regarding KIAA and all other neighborhood associations. This means that, if someone objects to the way an association allocates funds, they can bring a grievance. More information on this will be available shortly.\r\n\r\nLouise Erdrich/Birch Bark Books new additional location update: Still being renovated; it will be an extension of the book store; there may be some other social activities there.\r\n\r\nMany neighborhoods do Happy Hour gatherings; should KIAA do something like that? At Bockley Gallery? TBD.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>How to make Cedar Lake a Better Place – Jake (Ron) Werner</strong>\r\n\r\nJake Werner came prepared with a slide presentation to make a case for a more orderly, better groomed area all around Cedar Lake. Jake would like to see funding for a paved path around Cedar Lake and removal of downed trees and invasive Buckthorn. The scope of the Lake goes beyond just Kenwood; it involves two other neighborhoods and therefore coordination with them is important.\r\n\r\nThis discussion arose in the context of ideas for possible structural changes at East Cedar Beach that could lead to a safer and more welcoming environment for everyone.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>Will Stensrud</strong>: The sauna in the application process; it will no longer be a summer-end activity, but the process is on track for a later opening; Will continues to talk to them to see where things are at.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Hidden Beach – Jack Levi</strong>\r\n\r\nJack and Will talked about having the Shakespeare in the Park Series at East Cedar Beach (in addition to the existing locations). More ideas for Hidden Beach activities are encouraged and they should be brought to the KIAA board meeting next month for discussion or emailed to Will Stensrud, East Cedar Beach Committee Chair, <a href=\"mailto:willstensrud@gmail.com\">willstensrud@gmail.com</a>.  The East Cedar Beach committee will begin planning for next year this fall, so activities will be ready as soon as the weather warms next spring.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:37 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on October 2, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 7/10/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center<ins cite=\"mailto:Lucas%20Lucas\" datetime=\"2012-07-16T18:56\"></ins></p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Absent:  Mark Brown.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the  “50% design regarding Peavey Plaza”</li>\r\n	<li>The Penn/Oliver reconstruction project continues; the Penn Ave S setback has been approved. You can go to the Penn Oliver website for more information. Hard finish will be before 8/25/17, before school starts</li>\r\n	<li>The home on 2431 W22nd St is a potential teardown: No news yet regarding this property</li>\r\n	<li>Aug 1, 2017 is National Night Out: Permit application is by July 18<sup>th</sup> to avoid $100 fee.</li>\r\n	<li>Kmart on Lake St: The City is thinking about alternative locations for KMart. The City owns the land and building and the lease expires in 2050. Kmart’s demands are currently not acceptable to the City, so there is a deadlock for now on negotiations.</li>\r\n	<li>Regarding the 35W reconstruction: Starting in August, Interstate 35W will be under construction between I-94 in downtown Minneapolis and 46th Street. Bridges across 35W will be repaired or reconstructed.</li>\r\n	<li>The Pirate Mermaid event is on July 15 1-3pm. Need help with pirate booty and lemonade; Jeanette has offered to help.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a photo area for families to take pictures</li>\r\n	<li>Has KIAA done a neighborhood walking tour? Amanda thinks it would be a good idea. She will propose something.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake event – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The family event that took place in June resulted in commotion at the beach. The police presence diminished after that.  Then, another day following this commotion, there was a fight at the beach, followed by confrontation between the beachgoers and the police.  Following these events, KIAA met with the police; Matt sent a memo to the KIAA Board regarding this meeting with the police 2 weeks ago.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding encampments at Hidden Beach (as well as around South Minneapolis).</li>\r\n	<li>Ron wants to go over photos for ideas regarding paths for walking around the Hidden Beach area, as well as other parts of Cedar Lake. KIAA would like to hear his ideas and then form a committee to steer ideas into reality.</li>\r\n	<li>South Cedar Beach will be re-designed as a result of a private donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>John Peterson</strong>\r\n\r\nThis organization makes saunas available by bringing the sauna to the public. It is a mobile sauna 20X8 ft. John was referred to the park board to obtain a permit.\r\n\r\nThe company is now a coop and they are trying to expand. They currently have 141 members.\r\n\r\nJohn would like to do an event in August 2017 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nJeanette raised the issue that beach goers should be invited to make reservations, not just Kenwood residents. In general, the KIAA board that this would support the KIAA objective for positive programming at the beach.\r\n\r\nThe Motion for sauna operation at Hidden Beach by Will was approved by all.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\nMatt gave a KIAA financial report covering current account balances and monthly financial activity.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>2017 Neighborhood Priority Plan– Mike Bono</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe following was approved by the KIAA Board today:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) is participating in the Community Participation Program (CPP) for Minneapolis neighborhood organizations. CPP is a city program designed to give residents and property owners the power to improve or maintain their own neighborhoods and direct city resources to fit their needs.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe goal of Neighborhood Priority Plans is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners. Neighborhood Priority Plans must be developed and adopted through a thorough neighborhood participation process. The plan identifies preliminary neighborhood priorities (as identified by the neighborhood) and potential partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the result of the neighborhood survey, KIAA proposes to use its Community Participation Program funds allocated to the Neighborhood Priority Plan as listed below:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n1) Support community outreach and consulting services related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n2) Provide funding for landscaping around Lake of the Isles and for spreading awareness about preserving Cedar Lake Park.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n3) Provide funding for increased crime prevention and safety activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n4) Support the Kenwood Recreation Center, Kenwood School, and local businesses with funding for programming activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n5) Continue to fund a resource to assist KIAA with its communication efforts.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSpecifically, the proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan would include but no be limited to:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Supporting cooperative efforts with surrounding neighborhoods and organizations to minimize negative impacts on the Kenilworth trail as a result of the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Provide funding to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Continuing annual support of additional police patrols at East Cedar Lake Beach and other crime prevention activities such as increased police patrols in the alleys.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Contracting for part-time help to continue the monthly e-newsletter, and other communication efforts including developments regarding LRT.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Providing funding for educational programming and social activities with Kenwood School</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on September 11, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a>June Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met June 5<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</strong></p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1>Highlights from the KIAA Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Annual Gathering was held on Monday May 8<sup>th</sup> (rain date)</li>\r\n	<li>Total attendees were approximately 100.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2017-2018 board was elected, including 3 new board members (Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein).  Josine Peters stepped down, and we thank her for her service.</li>\r\n	<li>Speakers included Louise Erdrich regarding the renovation of the former Stephen Dean’s Tailors space, and Deb Pilger from MPRB regarding goats at Hidden Beach.  MetroBlooms and Hennepin County Recycling set up information tables.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction utility and roadwork is beginning.  The work will be completed by early fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Lunch with Lisa Field Trip will happen June 21<sup>st</sup> at 11:45AM.  You can choose from an Arts Tour of the Sculpture Garden, or a Hard Hat Tour of The Target Center Renovation.  Please contact Lisa’s office, as space is limited.  The next Lunch with Lisa is in September and will cover the Peavey Plaza renovation.</li>\r\n	<li>The City will not be able to ban plastic bags from grocery stores as originally planned (due to state legislative pre-emption).  The City is exploring other options and strategies to reduce the use of plastic bags.</li>\r\n	<li>Household hazardous waste events are occurring in June, July, and August.  The city will recover or recycle paint, solvents, etc. for free.  The next two are June 23-24 at the Public Works Facility (3607 E 44<sup>th</sup> St), and July 28-29 at Jenny Lind Elementary (5025 Bryant Ave N)</li>\r\n	<li>There was an open discussion on plastic bags, organic composting, downtown crime</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Election of Officers - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board elected officers for the 2017-2018 season, and welcomed three new directors.  The new KIAA board was unanimously approved by vote; Chair:  Shawn Smith.  Vice-Chair:  Larry Moran.  Treasurer:  Matt Spies.  Secretary:  Jack Levi.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nConflict of Interest Policy - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Board approved the KIAA Conflict of Interest Policy by email voting on April 26<sup>th</sup>, 2017.</li>\r\n	<li>Each board member signed the policy which is designed to 1) protect public trust in the integrity of the KIAA-decision making process and 2) to establish the procedures applicable to the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest in the context of transactions or arrangements entered into by KIAA where a member may have a financial interest in or fiduciary responsibility towards an entity with which KIAA is negotiating a transaction or arrangement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that donations in 2017 were down more than 50% vs. 2016.  This needs to be a focus for the upcoming fiscal year.  Jeanette made a motion to approve reimbursements as noted on financial detail.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Oriole Feeding Installations/Prairie Restoration Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie requested reimbursement for $192 to support the installation of the Oriole Feeding Station, to plant new plants in the prairie restoration area and food for the orioles.  The plants are consistent with the strategy as they are part of the natural environment for the prairie and orioles.  The funding was already approved at the April meeting and is under budget so was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Programming– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown and Will Stensruud planned the June 10<sup>th</sup> Family Beach Opener.  Artrageous is hosting activities for kids.  Jeanette moved to approve $300 for food and refreshments and not more than $500.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Summer Solstice Celebration on Wednesday, June 21<sup>st</sup>.  Artrageous is hosting the solstice party and it will be shared via social media.</li>\r\n	<li>Yoga is free to the public (hosted by KIAA) is held every Thursday at 7PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Open water swims start Monday June 19<sup>th</sup>.  Participants must sign up with the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Jim Gilroy Bench Dedication – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA last year lost a beloved board member, Jim Gilroy.  Thanks to the generosity of Kenwood residents, Jim’s friends and family, a bench was purchased in his memory on the Lake of the Isles Walking Path, across from Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church.  On Sunday, June 25<sup>th</sup> (1-5PM) there will be a dedication picnic.  All are welcome to attend to celebrate his life.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Park Board Update – Mark Holtey\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Rec Center will receive a Little Library this month.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Minnesota Zoomobile Presentation Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> at the Kenwood Park Picnic area from 1-1:45PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Movies in the Park at Kenwood Part resumes Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> 15 minutes after dusk.  This month’s showing will be <em>Hidden Figures</em>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on Monday, July 10th, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met April 3<sup>rd</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</strong></p>\r\n<strong> <img title=\"More...\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-includes/js/tinymce/plugins/wordpress/img/trans.gif\" alt=\"\" />Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown, Angie Erdrich, and Matt Spies.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick.</strong>\r\n<h1><strong><em> </em></strong></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction is scheduled to begin within a couple of months. The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting reviewing the project on April 25<sup>th</sup> at 6:30 at the Kenwood Rec Center.  There will be a separate public meeting on the assessment, tentatively scheduled for May 9<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>The April 26<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will host representatives from the Park Board and Walker Sculpture Garden.  They will discuss public art and sculpture, including updates on the Walker.  Please call Lisa’s office to order a lunch in advance ($10).</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping begins April 11. <a href=\"http://www.minneapolis.gov/streetsweeping\">www.minneapolismn.gov/publicworks/streetsweeping</a>.  Please be sure to follow parking restrictions to avoid a ticket.  Yard waste bundles will also be picked up at the same time – place it with recycling for pickup.  Do not sweep into the street as it is damaging to the environment.</li>\r\n	<li>As Backyard Fire season begins, please observe City Rules:  Permitted only 9AM to 10PM, burn only untreated fire wood (no trash), fire must be 25 feet from a structure and in a fire ring.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>I-35W will be under rehabilitation starting Summer 2017-Fall 2021, between 43<sup>rd</sup> St S and 15<sup>th</sup> St.  Please see <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies (Pre-Report)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt pre-reported less than $2500 in expenditures for the month, which included payments for the Hill and Lake Press Annual Sponsorship, down payments for the annual gathering, and board liability insurance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>2552 W Lake of the Isles Variance – Ryan Smith, Tyler Hillger</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Construction on the vacant lot at 2552 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway will require two variances to build as designed:  1) Front Yard Setback.  Due to the curve of the street, the setback rule would place the house in violation.  The variance would allow the setback variance to be consistent with the adjacent homes.  As designed, the front of the home will be behind the front of the original home down in 2004.  2) Terrace Square Footage Maximum.  The planned terrace would be allowable if variance 1 is approved.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA did not make a motion on the variance and requested that the board be kept informed and adjacent neighbors directly engaged by the homeowner.</li>\r\n	<li>If approved by the city, construction would begin late summer 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP and Priority Plan</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to approve the 2016 KIAA CPP Annual Report, which will be submitted to the city.</li>\r\n	<li>Mike presented a Financial Interest and Fiduciary Responsibility conflict of interest policy, now required by Minneapolis, to preserve public trust in the integrity of KIAA decision-making process.  The policy, once signed, will also be posted to the KIAA website.  The policy will be voted on between meetings to allow board members time to review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Will reviewed the proposed budget for the summer of 2017 at $5450, to support programming: Yoga, Log Rolling, June 10 Summer Kickoff Party, BeArtrageous, and a Music Series.  Motions were made to fund June 10<sup>th</sup> Summer Kickoff ($1300), Yoga ($600 for 10 sessions), the June 21<sup>st</sup> Solstice Party ($150), July 15<sup>th</sup> Pirates and Mermaids ($500).  Approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         An additional expenditure of $2000 was proposed to buy a generator to fill a bounce house for weekly events.  Due to liability concerns, the subcommittee was asked to go back and research further prior to a vote on the funding.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering May 1<sup>st</sup> – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Gathering is 6-7:30 at Kenwood Corner</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA board members are requested to sign up for tasks.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.  Current board members were requested to announce their intent to run prior to the next meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project Updates – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn provides updates on this standing topic, the #1 priority for the board per the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey.</li>\r\n	<li>County Transit Improvement Board did not vote unanimously from disbanding, with Dakota County voting against without a larger payout, and Hennepin County against because commissioners knew that CTIB would not disband.  It remains to be seen whether a county sales tax can be implemented to fund the missing state share of $135M</li>\r\n	<li>SWLRT and Bottineau line are not approved for funding in the new proposed federal budget.  84 State legislators signed a letter to Transportation Secretary Chao further requesting that funding be withheld because it did not have legislative support.</li>\r\n	<li>Files are advancing at the state level to remove/increase railroad liability for co-location, block any future light rail transit without state approval, and implement terms and elections to Met Council officials.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is the Annual Gathering on Monday, May 1st, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 6<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mark Brown, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n<h1> The Agenda Was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting held during the month of April, an announcement will be sent out on Next Door.  There will be a public hearing in May regarding the assessment.</li>\r\n	<li>The March 29<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will be an update on Peavey Plaza renovations.</li>\r\n	<li>Unspent and frozen NRP money will be returned to neighborhoods.  Kenwood received $1000 back.  The amount received by Kenwood for NRP was mostly spent in support of our neighborhood priorities.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA donated $750 to support the Kenwood School auction.</li>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the importance of managing the budget on a three-year cycle, tied to the funding cycle from the city.  Also discussed was ensuring that the budget would address reimbursable expenditures vs non-reimbursable expenditures that depend on neighbor contributions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt submitted a proposal to define objectives for the 2017 season, focusing on the implementation of 3 recurring activities such as puppet shows, yoga, log rolling, etc.  Additionally, how to engage the Park Board to implement improvements to the beach prior to SWLRT operations.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to take the lead on planning the programming.  Options will be discussed for future seasons to fund an intern to manage the programming and community outreach.  For 2017, a subcommittee will be formed to develop the action plan and report to the board at the April meeting.  Larry noted that it is important to share the plan at the annual neighborhood gathering on May 1<sup>st</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The gathering is May 1<sup>st</sup>.  Angie put together a to-do and sign up list for tasks that need to be completed to have a successful event.  The biggest issue to finalize is food.  KIAA is exploring different options that can reduce cost.  An option is to identify any neighborhood caterers or restaurant owners to support the event with food.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January Citizens Advisory Council meeting.   The Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District voted unanimously to permit SWLRT for construction through the waters that it manages.  Cedar Lake and the Kenilworth Channel drain into the creek and the Mississippi River, which MCWD manages.</li>\r\n	<li>On March 8<sup>th</sup>, County Transit Improvement Board voted to disband, clearing the way for Hennepin County to implement a 50 cent sales tax to fund SWLRT state share and ongoing operational costs.  However, because Dakota County voted against disbanding, there will be a process to follow where either CTIB will have one county member, or increasing the buyout to the county to gain their vote.</li>\r\n	<li>Full federal funding grant of $900M, if awarded, will happen by the end of June.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates:  Please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 3<sup>rd</sup>, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 6th, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Mark Brown, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Police Chief Ohotto, and 4 other residents.\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\nCity Council Update – Lisa Goodman\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner and contribute 7% of the total budget of $1M.  There will be a large neighborhood meeting held in advance to share details.  Work will be completed prior to fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The February 22<sup>nd</sup> Lunch with Lisa topic is Emergency Preparedness, including natural disasters and pandemic readiness.  Please contact her office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Ward 7 has been prioritized for the City’s Tree Planting Program.  Residents can get information and order trees March 6-12 at <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.  There will be a lottery, and those selected will be notified by March 22.  Trees will have a nominal cost to residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette provided an update on the parking situation in Downtown Kenwood.  She reported that the business owners did not support a KIAA proposed solution to add restrict parking to one side of 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Another possible solution is to clarify the parking signs on Penn Avenue in front of Kenwood School.  One resident from Oliver Ave expressed his concerns on the adverse effect he is experiencing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA dedicated $5000 for police overtime (80 hours of patrols).  2016 had the second lowest number of police reports since the lowest year (2008).</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The Chief continues to recommend a balance of extra patrols with the positive programming that has happened in the last 2 years.  Neighborhood involvement/usage of the beach is also important, vs. solely relying on police patrols.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Jeanette moved to spend $5000 for 2017 continued additional policing, pending the securing of city funding via the Neighborhood Priority Plan contract.  Mike will inform the board once city funding is confirmed.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The party was rescheduled for February 12<sup>th</sup> due to poor ice conditions.  KIAA will still contribute cookies towards the event.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Residents donated $747 last month, most in response to the annual newsletter.  KIAA also received some city reimbursements, totaling $2500.  KIAA appreciates the local funding of the neighborhood residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jean Deatrich has helped Matt mail thank you letters in response to all donations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Letter of Concern over 3020 Kenwood Parkway – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Calhoun-Isles Association is opposing the construction of a Residential High Rise on the Northeast Corner of Lake Calhoun that would possibly violate the Shoreland Overlay District and would certainly be in opposition to local ordinance.  The building would be 59 feet tall and out of character with the surrounding neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed a letter stating KIAA’s position that developers need to respect the overlay district not only for this project/lake but for future projects and other lakes.  This position supports the KIAA Neighborhood Priority of protecting the environment, lakes, and waterways.  The Overlay height restriction exists to protect the lake edge from out of scale development, shading, and wind concentration and a negative human caused impact on the environment.  Larry moved to send the letter, approved unanimously.  A response was received from CM Lisa Bender that it does not violate the Overlay Disctrict but does violate local zoning.  Jeanette is working with the city and C-I Association to clarify.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The annual gathering and board elections are May 1.  Any residents that would like to run for a board position are encouraged to contact KIAA; ssmith288@me.com.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         To reduce costs, new food alternatives will be considered for the annual gathering.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood School Request – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The School requested $750 in funding to be a sponsor of the Kenwood School Auction and Fundraiser.  KIAA supported this request in 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA view is that the funding supports the Neighborhood Priority of supporting robust programming and education our Kenwood School, which not only serves Kenwood children but children from other parts of the city.  Shawn moved to support the funding, unanimously approved.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January CAC meeting.   The Southwest Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that at the State Legislature GOP leadership is challenging that the Met Council will rely on the state to pay 50% of ongoing operating costs for light rail and transit but the state has no voice in which or how many projects are built.  That would mean that there is no elected voice in the regional transit plan and required state funding.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District is meeting on February 23<sup>rd</sup> to vote whether to approve permits for SWLRT construction and operation in areas that MCWD manages.  The MCWD is responsible for maintaining the water quality for the Watershed, which includes the Chain of Lakes.  The public comment period closed February 2<sup>nd,</sup> and many testified concerns about conflicts of interest with MCWD managers.  Most managers were appointed by Hennepin County Commissioners, that support the project.</li>\r\n	<li>As only 3 Kenwood properties are identified to have severe averse impacts, KIAA will consider funding an independent study of vibration and noise similar to one conducted at the Minneapolis/St Louis Park border.  The study would evaluate the Kenilworth Corridor north of the Kenilworth Channel.  Jeanette will contact the engineers to find out if there would be any benefit and what the cost would be.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will kick off the planning for ECLB programming for 2017.  He will solicit resident ideas.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJanuary 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 9th, 2017 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Will Stensrud, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Directors Absent:  Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mike Bono, Treasurer Matt Spies.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Snow Emergencies are communicated via Facebook, Instragram, Email/text alerts, City of Minneapolis Mobile App.  All residents are encouraged to sign up for alerts to be aware of when Snow Emergencies are declared.</li>\r\n	<li>Road Sand is available from the City Public Works Sites, to be placed in a barrel in areas that are needed.  Please contact Lisa’s office to request a barrel of sand.</li>\r\n	<li>Christmas Trees are recycled by the city.  Please put your trees at your regular pickup site.  Old Christmas lights can also be recycled; go to <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is January 25<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall.  The topic is Public Art, including a sneak preview of the Nicollet Mall art.  Lisa is always interested in constituents’ ideas for topics.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette brought to Lisa’s attention NRP survey results to get her perspective on what is within the city’s ability to address.  Many issues raised in the survey, including noise and excessive speed are regulated and difficult to enforce.  Any public works issues such as alley defects should be directed to Lisa’s office.  Jeanette will follow up with Lisa to address the continuing parking and alley access problem by Downtown Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Warming House – Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy shared that a volunteer group with representatives from from CIDNA, Lowry Hill and East Isles, the Minneapolis Parks Foundation, MPRB staff and local architects are considering that the warming house should be replaced, in part based on age (18 years old). The cost to bring the structure in and out by crane is increasing to $20K per year; a new structure designed to be more easily transported could make moving it less expensive. The idea being discussed is to change the structure into one that can be used all year, across different sites, for different purposes. There will be a design competition and funds raised. KIAA supports the idea of replacement but there was a discussion as to whether it\'s appropriate for KIAA to contribute neighborhood funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Treasurer Report – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Several contributions were received in January ($398) as a result of the Fall Newsletter.  KIAA appreciates the support and Matt will work with Jean to send acknowledgement letters to the donors.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie will provide via cookies for the party funded by KIAA.  The party is January 22<sup>nd</sup> from 1-3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Application – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will help manage the process for Rain garden applications and awarding grants from MetroBlooms.  This year is the third year of this partnership, and this year there will be no cost to KIAA.  KIAA will make an in-kind donation of time and resources to promote the initiative.  More information will be provided by the end of January.  Rain gardens support our NRP initiative of protecting the lakes and environment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Cedar Lake Orioles Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie is leading engagement with Kenwood School to reinstall Oriole feeding stations this spring.  Last year, orioles were abundant and several classes visited Cedar Lake Park to see them, accompanied by teachers and neighborhood volunteers.  This initiative is important because it drives more family and educational opportunities at Cedar Lake.  Angie requested $200 for laminated signs and feeding station supplies (food).  Jeanette moved to approve, unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering Planning Kickoff – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The annual gathering will be May 1<sup>st</sup> in downtown Kenwood, which includes food and election of KIAA officers.  In order to keep costs in check, other food options will be explored.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Communication Committee – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Will, Mark, and Jeanette will work with Jean regarding a communication committee and communication plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that CTIB is likely in the process of self-dissolving so that Hennepin County can raise the transit sales tax to .5%, to fund the missing $140M state share of funding.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion whether to contact the FTA regarding Met Council compliance to 2012 Certification Requirements for Federal Funding, and without a vote KIAA determined not to take any action.</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is contacting three LRT- adjacent property owners to discuss construction.  These are the only houses at 21<sup>st</sup> St that the Met Council deems to be impacted by LRT operations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The top 5 priorities from the survey were identified – SWLRT, Lakes/Parks/Environment, Kenwood Rec Center events, Hidden Beach Safety, and Kenwood School.  Jeanette wrote a summary report to share with anyone interested.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Calhoun Association is asking KIAA to support opposition to a 54 foot tall residential building to be built adjacent to Tin Fish on Lake Calhoun (replacing 3 existing homes).  The proposed structure would be within the Shoreland Overlay District which has a height restriction of 36 feet.  As an action taken between meetings, the proposal will be reviewed and voted on whether to support or not support the opposition.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board Police Chief Ohotto will be invited to attend the KIAA February Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>December 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 5th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis finalizes its 2017 budget on December 7th.  On November 30<sup>th</sup>, there was a public hearing; 45 people provided testimony on the mayor’s proposed budget. There was a significant organized effort to reduce proposed police budgeting in favor of more community based non-profit policing.  The mayor had proposed adding 15 additional sworn officers as 2016 had the lowest number of officers this decade, 100 less than 2009.  Neighborhoods Organizing for Change challenged that increase.  (Addendum Post KIAA Meeting:  December 7<sup>th</sup> saw a similar number of testimonials and content, and the budget was adopted with the 15 additional officers.)</li>\r\n	<li>The budget also proposes a new position of Small Business Navigator.  This position would assist small businesses in navigating the Minneapolis city laws and regulations.  Lisa supports up to 4 positions in order to help small business navigate the city’s complex licensing and codes.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa emphasized that the Final Truth in Taxation notices that were mailed in November did not include the voter approved school special taxation levy.  Therefore, property taxes are understated by approximately 10%.  Revised Final Notices will not be mailed.  (Note to residents:  look at your 2016 School District Voter Approved Levy to see approximately how much your 2017 taxes are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Car2Go is ending operations in Minneapolis because of two business conditions that created an inability for the company to be profitable.  1)  The city mandated that Car2Go distribute cars equitably throughout the city; however, because some neighborhoods had higher origination/destination usage than others, the company incurred high costs to redistribute cars, and some cars sat idle in lower-used neighborhoods.  Publicly, Car2Go cited that they were taxed/licensed at a car rental rate, which is higher than that of taxis and other ride-share services.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January after December 12ths Later with Lisa.  Lisa is interested in constituent input for topics for her schedule of 2017 lunches.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Board Member – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette introduced Will Stensrud, who with his family purchased a home in Kenwood one year ago.  Will asked to join the board to become more involved in the issues that shape Kenwood.  Jeanette motioned to approve his addition, and it was approved unanimously.  Welcome Will!</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>November was a busy month for SWLRT.  The FTA accepted testimony regarding Metropolitan Council accountability and adherence to process to determine certification for federal dollars for the next 4 years.  Many Kenwood residents sent testimony, including the LRT Done Right group.  Testimonials were published in last month’s Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn stated that there are two key next steps where KIAA will engage in SWLRT:  1) Follow up with the FTA to find out about how the neighborhoods testimony will be used, and will the findings be made available to the public, and 2) SWRLT construction and mitigation is the top issue surfaced in the annual NRP survey, and KIAA will continue to keep SWLRT as a standing KIAA meeting topic, and publish updates in the Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>LRT Done Right organization is engaging and meeting with key elected officials in the coming month to gain information and understanding of positions heading into the 2017 State Legislative Session.  Officials at the state, county, city, and park board will be met with.  KIAA’s position against residential development on the Kenilworth Trail/SWLRT line will be communicated.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reviewed the monthly balance sheet for KIAA as well as the expenditures and revenues for the month.  There was minimal activity during the month: payments made to Jean Deatrick and Post net for the Fall Newsletter, as well as a small payment to reimburse Pop Up Playground expense at “Hidden Beach,” and one donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA has submitted its Community Participation Program application for the upcoming three-year funding cycle by the City of Minneapolis, worth $25K annually to Kenwood.  KIAA is in the process of canvassing the neighborhood to determine the specific priorities to include in the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of NPP is to identify major initiatives for neighborhood organizations, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>The results of the Neighborhood Priorities survey were reviewed.  Top issues identified were SWLRT mitigation, protecting the lakes, East Cedar Lake Beach safety, supporting Kenwood Community Center activities/Common gathering place, more street lighting.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette noted that only 60 responses were received.  The link to the survey was put in the KIAA Fall Newsletter, Nextdoor, and Hill and Lakes Press.  Jean Deatrick will email out a link to her neighborhood email list and extend the deadline to December 18<sup>th</sup> to capture more feedback to feed the Top 5 Priorities.  There will also be future discussion on how to address other priorities received in written comments.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Lake of the Isles Warming House will be replaced.  The Park Board is considering a mobile structure that can be used all year.  Neighborhood Associations are being approached to provide funding.  There was discussion as to whether or not neighborhood funds should be used towards this project in light of the “Close the Gap” funding recently allocated to the Park Board, totaling $11M annually and funded by property tax increases.</li>\r\n	<li>Action taken between meetings:  The board approved up to $200 to place a sign in Downtown Kenwood to help address the continued concerns over parking issues.  It will direct patrons towards alternative parking locations and try to keep alley access clear.  Exact wording and structure is under discussion.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:27 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 9th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met November 7th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in November due to Thanksgiving.  On Monday December 12<sup>th</sup> at 4:30pm will be Later with Lisa, her annual holiday party.  It will be held at the Normandy Inn.  Cash bar, parking is free.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping is completed as of November 15th, as is yard waste pickup, for the season.  The city does not sweep alleys, leaf removal there is the responsibility of the home owner.</li>\r\n	<li>The house at 1204 Kenwood Parkway is under historic review.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction is on track to be complete by December.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa shared the Mayor’s 2017 Proposed Budget.  The board reviewed the budget and gleaned that the proposed levy increase is driven primarily by 1) 59 new positions in the city, 2) Park Board/City agreement on 20 Year Plan, 3) additional spending on social programs and grants to Non-Profit organizations.  The Truth in Taxation Hearing is November 30<sup>th</sup> at City Hall, and the budget will be adopted on December 7<sup>th</sup>.  Public testimony will be heard at both.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Monthly expenditures were for the Gilroy Memorial Bench and the Thrill Kenwood, offset by city funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody is the Citizen Advisory Committee representative to the Metropolitan Council and the CAC met last month.  Jody shared updates on SWLRT that were learned in the meeting.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>LRT trains normally sound a horn coming out of a tunnel, but it will not sound when emerging from the tunnel in the Kenilworth Corridor.  There are also bells on each train that sound at road crossings, but at 21<sup>st</sup> St these will not sound and there will be a stationary bell.  This will allow for less variance in the sound impact and more reliable noise mitigation.</li>\r\n	<li>Revenue service is estimated to begin in 2021.  Construction is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Construction will begin in Fall 2017 to move the freight lines in the Kenilworth Corridor; there will be five phases of construction in our neighborhood and it is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Met Council representatives will be going door to door to record structural conditions of homes in order to establish a baseline for potential damage as a result of construction.  Addresses/scheduling to be announced in December.  It is not determined how repairs will be handled that are a result of construction.</li>\r\n	<li>The CAC November meeting was cancelled.  At future meetings Jody will continue to press for information and we will share in this space.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended the FTA review of the Metropolitan Council’s certification on November 2<sup>nd</sup>.  The FTA certifies the Met Council every four years as a process to approve the Council to continue to receive federal funds.  Shawn shared that 5 speakers used SWLRT as an example where the Met Council did not consistently deliver against the objectives that the FTA measures against.  The public has until November 30<sup>th</sup> to provide testimony; if interested, please contact Shawn at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Applications</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sign Ups are now being taken for 2017 Good Steward Raingardens.  Raingardens on your property help reduce pollution in our lakes.  MetroBlooms and KIAA are teaming up to install reduced-cost raingardens for 15 Kenwood homeowners.  Cost is reduced through a Good Steward Grant (cost to homeowners will be approximately $350 for a $2,000 raingarden).  Email Laura Scholl to get on the list:  <a href=\"mailto:laura@metroblooms.org\">laura@metroblooms.org</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be applying for the next three-year cycle of funding by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program for $25K annually.  KIAA will submit its Community Participation Program application that will include the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of the Neighborhood Priority Plan is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the CPP application be approved, Mark seconded, unanimously passed.</li>\r\n	<li>A survey to solicit neighborhood input for the priority plan will be sent this month to ensure that monies are directed in the direction of projects that are valued by residents.  Here is the link: <a href=\"https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp\">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp</a>  (If link doesn’t work, type in your browser)</li>\r\n	<li>This season was one of the lowest in terms of police incidents in recent history.  The full end of season report will be published in the KIAA Fall Newletter, being mailed this month.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach end of season report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is receiving neighborhood impact letters from the Restorative Justice program from citations at East Cedar Lake Beach.  Fines can be waived if the cited writes a letter of atonement.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended October’s Lunch with Lisa.  The topic was the 20 Year Park Plan and it was covered in detail by Superintendent Jayne Miller and Board President Anita Tabb.  The Kenwood Park will not receive any funding from the 20 Year Park Plan as it is not a high priority park as determined by the Park and Rec Board.  Examples of criteria on how prioritization were assessed are Areas of Racially Concentrated Poverty, Populations of Color, Population Density, Youth Population, Asset Lifespan, and Neighborhood Density.  Kenwood Park will still receive its funding as part of the regular budgeting process.  Shawn learned that The Park Board will have approximately $11M of annual incremental funding via the city and park board levy.  Shawn also learned that if Minneapolis were to implement a $15 minimum wage, it would increase payroll for the Park Board by approximately $2.2M annually.  It was not clear how the Park Board would adjust the plan or mitigate the impact of that wage increase without affecting the 20 Year Plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:34 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 3rd, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood and Community Relations Department – Jack Whitehurst</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mr. Whitehurst represented the city for the annual board survey which the city is conducting.  The purpose of the survey is to gain demographic information on the makeup of city boards.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA encourages all residents of the neighborhood who would like to serve on the board regardless of demographic background.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion on Neighborhood Action Plan money status.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt presented an update on in/outflow of cash for the fiscal year, as well as a spending/income forecast through 2019.  Matt will present a financial report at each KIAA monthly meeting going forward.  This will allow for accurate planning on an annual basis going forward so expenditures can be prioritized.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be sending a survey to gain feedback on resident’s priorities to be addressed in the Neighborhood Priority Plan, which needs to be filed in November.  The survey was edited and approved to be sent.</li>\r\n	<li>The new warming house for Lake of the Isles winter skating area is still under consideration by the Minneapolis Park Board.  The new warming house is in concept stage.  Neighborhood associations may be approached to support it financially.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda Vallone from BeArtrageous is planning Thrill Kenwood, a successful Halloween party that has been held in the years past.  The board approved repeating a $750 contribution towards the event.</li>\r\n	<li>The Jim Gilroy memorial bench (former board member, deceased) has been installed and all who donated are appreciated.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA Fall newsletter is in process to be published by November.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA was informed by a MPRB tree inspector who visited the Rec Center corner that 7 diseased crab apple and trees will be removed. They will be replaced in Spring 2017 with 3 North Star Cherry trees and 4 Mont Royal plum trees, which are disease resistant with useful fruit for the public to eat.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nSeptember 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met September 12th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Dee Montgomery (Heritage Coalition).\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn moved for approval of the agenda, with the addition of Dee Montgomery’s topic, and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be September 28<sup>th</sup> at Opus Hall.  The topic is still being determined.  Lisa is always open to suggestions for topics for Lunch with Lisa, please contact her office with ideas.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale construction is still on schedule to be finished this fall.  Hennepin northbound will be open in the coming weeks.</li>\r\n	<li>The local government channels are changing as follows:  Comcast HD will be 799, and Standard Definition will be 14.  Century Link HD will be 8501, and standard definition will be 8001, Multilingual HD will be 8502, and standard definition multilingual will be 8002.</li>\r\n	<li>November 8<sup>th</sup> election early voting starts September 23<sup>rd</sup>.  There are 4 early voting locations in Minneapolis, please see the city website for more details.  Shawn Smith stated that the voting period was starting very early considering the first Presidential Debate is not until September 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Historic Marker Restoration Project – Dee Montgomery</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The centennial marker commemorating the establishment of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation will be restored.  The original boundary of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation included areas of Kenwood, and the marker that is being replaced is located on the southeast edge of Lake of the Isles.  The Heritage Commission has its own funds; tax dollars will not be used.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board advised Dee to consult with Native Americans to ensure that any concerns regarding the history and commemoration of Fort Snelling were heard.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is pushing for clarification and information with the warning bell and mitigation strategy at the 21<sup>st</sup> St crossing.  KIAA has requested involvement from Commissioner Marion Greene and expressed the need for her support on this issue with the Southwest Project Office.  There are concerns over the volume of the proposed wayside bell.</li>\r\n	<li>The Section 106 process is continuing now that the Memorandum of Understanding is executed.  This pertains to mitigation strategies for Grand Rounds eg landscaping, retaining walls, shoreline treatments, etc.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking continues to be an issue where patrons are parking too close to the alley, blocking driveways, too close to stop signs, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to explore signing solutions – parking is allowed at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Increasing neighborhood programming at the beach remains a KIAA focus.  It is part of the overall strategy to reduce crime and improve public safety.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that 35 kids came to the Play Space “pop up playground” and the strategy was successful.  The board approved a $25 increase to the funding to cover extra expenses.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reiterated the need to work on the Priority Plan Strategy, which will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.  Mike Bono, Matt, and Mark Brown will work on the subcommittee.  The CPP application is due November 10.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2016 Minneapolis Housing Resource Guide is published.  This is a resource for associations and homeowners.  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/\">www.minneapolismn.gov</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>A motion was approved to reimburse Deb Gilroy for $100 for the expenses related to placing a bench for former board member Jim Gilroy.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>By Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met July 11th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Chief Jason Ohotto and two of his officers, Jean Deatrick, and three neighbors.\r\n\r\n<strong>Opening Activities</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>No lunch with Lisa in July or August.  Please be sure to sign up for Lisa’s email list to get updates on construction, traffic, and event updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues.  The Hennepin/Vineland intersection will have major work done in July/August.  The overall project is on schedule for completion by November.</li>\r\n	<li>The variance at 2000 W 21<sup>st</sup> St was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting is open for the 2016 primary.  Election judges are needed this year.  Please call Lisa’s office to sign up to be a judge.  A mix of party affiliations is needed.</li>\r\n	<li>National Night out is August 2<sup>nd</sup>.  After July 19<sup>th</sup>, there is a fee to block off the street.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette expressed KIAA’s appreciation for the quality of the City of Minneapolis’s response to the FEIS, documenting the history and the issues within the project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Chief Jason Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Police reports written on park property at the beach declined from 48 to 31.  This is the second summer where there was a significant reduction in reports.  Chief Ohotto attributed the success to the positive programming and activities at the beach, as well as the increased park police patrols, some funded by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto recommended that neighbors that want to support safety efforts should call in issues to 911, and provide detailed, specific information, name and callback number.  Err on the side of calling 911 vs not calling when you see a negative impact to public safety.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown reported that the June 20<sup>th</sup> potluck at the beach was a great success with strong turnout.  The kids activities (face painting, spray chalk, cookies) were popular.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented ideas for longer term strategies, including boat racks, playground equipment.  Park and Rec Board financial support and fundraising will be needed.  A Community Action Committee will be formed.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt proposed an August Pop Up Adventure Playground as a new activity to pilot.  A motion passed to fund this event with up to $800 of NRP funds.  Engagement with the Kenwood School and neighboring association were identified as opportunities to increase participation.  Jeanette recognized Angie for getting the Kenwood School engaged in using the beach for educational opportunities.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed the idea of hosting a food or beverage cart at the beach on behalf of the neighborhood.  A motion passed for up to $200 to be spent from NRP funds for a KIAA/ECLB Patron Appreciation Day.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported on the June 13<sup>th</sup> FEIS public presentation by the Southwest Project Office.  Approximately 20 neighbors attended from Kenwood, CIDNA, and Loring Park.  On a positive note, the presentation summarized the 17,000 page FEIS effectively.  Unfortunately it was not tailored to the concerns of the Minneapolis segment of the corridor.  There continues to be a high level of concern over the ability of the tunnel to be built near Calhoun Shores Townhomes and the Kenilworth “pinch point.”</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the June 28<sup>th</sup> CAC meeting was cancelled, a consistent issue with many of the other CAC meetings which have also been cancelled in the past couple of years.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette communicated with the general manager of the Kenwood Restaurant to ask that employees park on Penn Avenue, and to help address the issue of patrons parking too close to alleys and driveways, and the issue of delivery truck restricting neighbor access to the alley.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie confirmed that parking for Downtown Kenwood businesses is permitted at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.  A “sandwich” board idea was proposed at a cost of $200 or for city signing or to paint the curb yellow to inform where and where not to park.  Noted for follow up between meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Mike Bono, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike and Matt outlined the plan to develop the 3 year plan as well as budgeting for the upcoming year.  It will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood, while also ensuring that current funding priorities can be maintained should funds be cut in the future.</li>\r\n	<li>New neighbor introduction:  Mikki Johnston and family</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will attend a Whittier Alliance Meeting on July 19<sup>th</sup> to understand the goals and strategies of that group.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie will follow up with Creative Citymaking regarding a video project opportunity, with a possible focus on ECLB.  KIAA would need to make a proposal to secure participation in the project, which is a competitive process.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>June 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 6th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters, Jack Levi.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Amanda Vallone, Jody Strakosch, Mark Holtey and two neighbors.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Board members conducted a brief introduction to begin the 2016-2017 term.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is complete for the season.  There will be a “Lunch with Lisa Field trip on Wednesday, June 29<sup>th</sup>, touring Givens Violins, which is a renowned repair business for cellos and violins.  If interested, please call Lisa’s office to book one of the two tours for that day.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues and has entered the paving phase.  Please contact Lisa’s office to be placed on an email list to receive weekly construction updates affecting the Twin Cities.</li>\r\n	<li>Sidewalk repair has come to Kenwood this year, part of a 10 year cycle.  White dots mark the sections that will be replaced.  Homeowners will be assessed $250-$400 per square for the repair.  Call 311 to discuss whether sections need to be replaced, or if they do not need to be replaced.  Please direct questions regarding how unique situations, such as tree root heaves, to 311.  All affected homeowners should have received a letter from the city; please refer to it for FAQs.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette volunteered to remain Chair; Larry volunteered to remain Vice Chair; Matt Spies volunteered to become Treasurer; and Shawn volunteered to remain Secretary.  Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt asked for resolution to relocate the KIAA bank accounts to US Bank.  Jeanette moved in favor, passed unanimously.  Matt asked for an additional resolution to transfer, check writing authority, opening accounts, deposits, and withdraw funds; from Ed Pluimer to himself.  Jeanette to be the second signatory.  Shawn moved, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette once again recognized Ed Pluimer for his years of service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Memorial Bench for Jim Gilroy – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie reported that $1550 has been donated to the Estate of Jim Gilroy for the purposes of a memorial bench on Lake of the Isles, near 21<sup>st</sup> St..  Jean Deatrick will send an e-blast as a reminder for any other residents that would like to contribute.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie moved that KIAA donate $300 towards the memorial bench to recognize Jim as a sitting board member at his death.  Funds will come from KIAA Money Market Account.  Approved unanimously.  As funds are in the account about to be closed, motion was approved to allow Ed Pluimer to write the check.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Financial Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is preparing a 2016-2017 balance sheet to ensure income and expenditures are clearly documented.  Mark, Larry, Matt, and Mike will form a finance subcommittee to inform a finance update at KIAA July meeting.  Motion approved to establish said committee.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies/Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda (from ARTrageous) shared that the Summer Solstice Party will be held at ECLB on June 20<sup>th</sup> from 6:30-8:30.  This will be a potluck event.  ARTrageous will provide henna, face painting, and a Creation Station for families.  The event will be cancelled in case of rain.  The event is open to all.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented a new proposal for a Pop Up Adventure Playground series.  Matt agreed to go renegotiate lower costs in order to run a pilot, vs investing in 3 events this year.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities including a Summer Solstice Potluck, Pirate/Mermaid Beach Party were identified for funding for $800.  A discussion was had regarding source of funds and how much to spend.  The board approved the expenditure unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda and Matt were approved to work together to spend up to $400 to place an ad in Hill and Lake Press to announce summer activities at ECLB.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  The CAC met in May.  Jennifer Munt stated that the Met Council would find funding to move ahead with SWLRT. The FEIS was reviewed; Nani Jacobsen recognized Kenwood for providing feedback that drove changes from the SDEIS to the FEIS.  Further, station art was approved for the West 21<sup>st</sup> St Station, which is what the Kenwood station will be named.  The next meeting will be June 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn has coordinated a meeting on June 13<sup>th</sup> for the Met Council to present the FEIS and take questions from residents.  This meeting was supported by the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn presented the FEIS draft and will circulate a soft copy to the board and Jody to be reviewed and approved as an action between meetings.  The deadline for submission is June 13<sup>th</sup> for any comments, and must be done in writing to the Southwest Project Office.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking at the Kenwood Corner continues to be a challenge, with visitors parking too close to the alley and to corners and blocking access.  Jeanette called the city to determine the cost of parking signs.  Action to be taken between meetings.</li>\r\n	<li>Kenwood Corner Raingarden Signage was approved as an action taken between meetings.  The Raingarden is now installed and the sign provides good information about the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  KIAA thanks Angie Erdrich for her work to beautify the corner.</li>\r\n	<li>Louise Erdrich is taking the space formerly occupied by Stephen Dean for a business to be announced shortly.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 9:10 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 11th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2016 KIAA 5<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> For the 5<sup>th</sup> year, KIAA had its annual meeting on May 2nd at Kenwood Corner, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> In attendance were seven KIAA serving board members up for re-election, one new member-elect, City Council Member Lisa Goodman, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Green, Minneapolis Parks Commissioner Anita Tabb, and approximately 100 neighbors.</p>\r\n The gathering began at 6PM.  The weather was great and everyone enjoyed Red Wagon Pizza and beverages, compliments of KIAA. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM.  There was a moment of remembrance for Jim Gilroy, KIAA board member who passed away suddenly in April.  Jim will be greatly missed; he was a kind and generous person, dedicated to improving our entire community.  The family has reserved a site for a park bench in his memory on Lake of the Isles.  Friends and neighbors who would like to contribute may do so.  KIAA Board Member Angie Erdrich will facilitate, please make checks payable to Minneapolis Finance Department, Memo “Jim Gilroy Bench” and mail to her at 2217 Oliver Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405.  A receipt will come from Minneapolis Parks, and the Gilroy family will receive a list of donor names.  Please submit donations by June 1<sup>st</sup> in hopes of installing the bench this summer.\r\n\r\nKIAA thanked retiring board member Ed Pluimer.  Ed has generously served on the board for over 20 years, most recently as Treasurer.  Our neighborhood is grateful for his energy and commitment.\r\n\r\nJeanette then stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year:  SWLRT work including work such as efforts to mitigate potential adverse effects to the neighborhood (if the project comes to pass), support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Raingardens from Metro Blooms, and positive programming for East Cedar Lake (Hidden) Beach.  The “Welcome Orioles” project – an environmental learning program for Kenwood School, co-sponsored with the Cedar Lake Park Association, received a shout-out from neighbors in attendance.\r\n\r\nJeanette introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to herself:  Jack Levi, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Matt Spies (Treasurer Elect), and Shawn Smith.  One new board member, Mark Brown was introduced.  Jeanette made the motion for re-election/election of the 2016-17 board, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\nKIAA would like to thank neighbors that supported KIAA financially at the gathering and throughout the year.  It helps us fund activities and keep our neighborhood strong!\r\n\r\nOther updates, action between meetings:\r\n\r\nThe 2015 KIAA Annual Report was approved by the board on April 28<sup>th</sup>.  The Annual Report is required by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program.  The report was prepared by Mike Bono with input from KIAA board members, and submitted by the 4/29 deadline.\r\n\r\nMatt and Julia Spies’s are requesting a variance for a remodel on their home.  As the Spies proactively partnered with their neighbors, KIAA supports their variance.  The variance will be reviewed at the Board of Adjustment meeting on June 9<sup>th</sup>.\r\n\r\nThere will be a Kenwood Neighborhood Rummage Festival of June 10-12<sup>th</sup>.  Please join your neighbors and plan a rummage sale during those dates!  If you are not able to have your own rummage sale, please consider donating to the Kenwood Elementary School Benefit Rummage Sale at the Kenwood Rec Center.   The rummage runs June 11 from 9-2PM. Donations can be dropped off at the Kenwood Recreation Center on June 10<sup>th</sup> from 4-6PM.  100% of proceeds benefit the Kenwood School.  Volunteers are needed to price goods, manage the sale, and haul goods to charity at 2PM on the 11<sup>th</sup>.  Contact Angie Erdrich to volunteer:  angie_sandeep@yahoo.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood.  If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us.  If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met April 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nVice Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies (Minutes), Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Jack Levi.  Absent:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith, Josine Peters, Jim Gilroy.  Also present:  Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\nUnanimous Approval of the Agenda\r\n<h1>City Council Update -  Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Upcoming Lunch with Lisas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>April 27  – Discussion with Made Here, the creative place-making initiative to fill empty downtown storefronts</li>\r\n	<li>May – Bill Leaf will talk about tourism master planning</li>\r\n	<li>June  – Field trip to Claire Givens Violin, premier violin reconstruction/repair; 40 people may attending in two groups of 20.  Contact Lisa’s office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping starting April 13 running through May 9</li>\r\n	<li>Yard waste pickup will begin in Kenwood on April 11</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa highlighted the state of the Hennepin/Lyndale Reconstruction Project road closures</li>\r\n	<li>On April 21, Board of Adjustment will be hearing variance for property at 2401 Sheridan Ave.  Adjacent residents will receive a notice in the mail by April 10<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa provided an overview of her and Council Member Barb Johnsons plan for the city to work with the Park Board to provide funding for neighborhood parks</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Gathering will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include a brief meeting:  the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association activities for the year.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lakes, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>As an action taken between meetings, the board approved the hiring of Red Wagon Pizza, and will be paid for by KIAA funds estimated at $1890.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong>2016/2017 Budgeting</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the merits and limitations of creating a budget for the 2016/2017 operating year.   The primary concern and is the complexity of the requirements for using various funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt Spies will coordinate an assembly of board members to explore ways to implement a framework for spending and raising KIAA funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board has indicated that they do not have capacity for an additional movie in the park for summer 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>An Oriole feeding station will be installed in Cedar Lake Park between May 3 – May 17 by Kenwood Elementary School students.  The project is sponsored by Birchbark Books.  Bird watching volunteers are needed.  Contact <a href=\"mailto:Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com\">Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>NOTE: The following information was approved to be added to the minutes by a motion taken after the meeting.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith (update provided in abstentia)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Since the March KIAA meeting, letters opposing the current SWLRT Kenilworth Plan were sent to Governor Dayton, Lt Governor Smith.  An aide in Governor Dayton’s office responded and assisted in getting a response from Adam Duininck, Chair, Metropolitan Council.  The letter thanked KIAA for our participation in the process and informed the following points:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Final EIS will be published in 2<sup>nd</sup> Quarter of 2016, and no other responses will be forthcoming until then.  In the EIS will be the answers to KIAAs (and others) DEIS and SDEIS responses.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a ten day public comment period</li>\r\n	<li>There will be no process for resolution of further concerns as this is not a part of the process of the National Environmental Protection Act process.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn expressed to the aide in Governor Dayton’s office that securing a form response from Mr Duininck was secondary to our concerns.  He asked for Governor Dayton to confirm that he was aware of and supports or does not support the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>That a derailment collision between an ethanol train and light rail train will be a significant danger to the community and Target Field.</li>\r\n	<li>That other less expensive and more flexible options for transit exist, including bus rapid transit</li>\r\n	<li>That the Chain of Lakes could be degraded due to pile driving</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is a defendant in a lawsuit over failure to disclose discussions of other routes</li>\r\n	<li>That ridership of an Uptown line would well exceed the current alignment</li>\r\n	<li>That projected ridership figures at 21<sup>st</sup> St Station are not credible</li>\r\n	<li>That there will be 22 hours of contiguous noise every five minutes in one of the quietest areas in Minneapolis</li>\r\n	<li>That not one low income neighborhood will be within reasonable walking distance of any Minneapolis station.</li>\r\n	<li>We asked for an appointment with the Governor.  There was no response.  Shawn waited ten days and said that because the Governor failed to respond, we would need to inform our constituents that our elected officials and the Governor are aware of the above controversies and find them to be acceptable.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Larry Moran at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is our Annual Neighborhood Gathering on Monday, May 2nd at 6 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner in front of The Kenwood and BeArtrageous. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org   </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> March 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 7th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi.  Also present Patrick Sadler, Pat Scott, Phil Nordberg, Laureen Carlson, Will Stensrud\r\n\r\nMarch Agenda was Approved Unanimously\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Patrick Sadler, Lisa Goodman’s Office</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Community Planning and Economic Development plan for both Ward 7 and the city were provided.  Any residents that would like a copy can contact Lisa’s office or go to the City Website.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be Noon, March 30<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall; the topic is Sister Cities of Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work continues on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Please contact Lisa’s office to receive email updates on construction closures.</li>\r\n	<li>The Workplace Partnership Meetings proceed to review sick time and paid time off policy.  A final recommendation is due March 16.</li>\r\n	<li>There are openings on multiple boards and commissions in Minneapolis.  Any interested residents can apply via the city website.</li>\r\n	<li>The Community Connection Conference is Saturday April 2<sup>nd</sup> at the Minneapolis Convention Center to kick off 3 Year Planning for Minneapolis 2040.  The public is invited.  Jeanette suggested that Lisa’s office post information to Next Door to ensure the 7<sup>th</sup> Ward is represented if nobody from KIAA is able to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Reduced pricing is being offered for rain barrels and compost bins.  <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>. The city will also have a limited number of trees available to residents for $25.  You can order a tree for your property beginning March 21, see <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Request for Support of Variance for Accessory Dwelling, 2401 Sheridan Ave S – Phil Nordberg and Laureen Carlson</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Phil and Laureen requested variance support from KIAA to be able to add a bathroom and categorize their garage as an ADU.  The overall footprint will not change.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is generally supportive.  The petitioners have not spoken to each neighbor but will be sending out notices to all neighbors within 300 feet.  Jeanette motioned to support the variances, contingent that neighbors are all informed and have no objections.  Motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is in the process of confirming the open swim, pop up playground, and other activities for Summer 2016.  Event schedules will be published in Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette signed the agreement for extra police patrols.  With the warm weather, Matt is working with Park Police to start patrols.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities are being coordinated with Kenwood School, including bird watching.  Volunteers are needed to lead school hikes in April and May, please contact Angie Erdrich at angie_sandeep@yahoo.com</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that since the last meeting, letters were sent to the FTA, Senator Klobuchar, Senator Franken, and Rep Ellison as KIAA continues to escalate neighborhood concerns over this project.</li>\r\n	<li>A letter was also sent to Governor Dayton and Lt Governor Smith, with copies of the letters sent to the State and Federal officials asking for his support in getting a meaningful response to neighborhood concerns, which are centered on the risks and ripple effects of co-location of SWLRT and ethanol trains.  His office responded with questions, and KIAA is preparing a communication to send back.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will invite Sophia Ginis from the Met Council to our April meeting since she did not respond to our March meeting invitation.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion that despite our concerns, planning moves ahead unabated.  All are encouraged to contact their elected officials if they have concerns over co-location, noise, vibration, cost, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA has been actively communicating neighborhood concerns to local, state, and federal officials.  Due to an overall lack of responsiveness to those, the board approved a motion to send communication to President Obama, which will represent the highest level of escalation, and likely final, that the board will take.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Meeting - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Annual Meeting will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association financials.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lake Press, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie, Josine, and Matt are researching options for food to reduce costs from last year.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Board Succession Planning - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         With Ed stepping down, KIAA will need to fill the Treasurer role starting May 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is actively seeking new board members.  We need neighbors that are willing to volunteer 3-4 hours per month either as a board member or support a subcommittee.  There are several board members that have served for a decade or more and are looking to retire.  We need your help to fill these positions to continue the level of thoroughness being delivered today.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is seeking a representative for the Green Zone work being done by the city.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 1st, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Meg Forney, Amanda Vallone, and Jody Strakosch\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be February 24<sup>th</sup>.  The topic will be the City Workforce Training and Equity programs on Job Training.</li>\r\n	<li>2431 22<sup>nd</sup> St W ownership has requested a historic review and may be requesting a variance to the board in the near future.  Neighbors are reminded that KIAA is typically notified of variance requests and can help navigate the process.</li>\r\n	<li>The city prefers that the SWLRT station be called “Cedar Lake Station.”  The Met Council has suggested that 21<sup>st</sup> St Station is not a clear indicator of the location of the station but has asked for input.  (KIAA hesitates to put forth a suggestion because KIAA does not support co-location of freight and light rail, but if KIAA were to have a preference it would be West 21<sup>st</sup> St.)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Closing the Gap in Our Parks - Meg Forney</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meg is looking for volunteers to work for a Citizens Group to get signatures to support a referendum on the ballot for “The Closing of the Gap” for funding of $15M/year for the next 20 years to implement repairs in neighborhood parks.  If residents are interested, please contact Meg or Anita Tabb at the Park Board.  Additional information is available on the Park Board website.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Funding Recommendation – Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The success at East Cedar Lake Beach to reduce crime was in large part due to the partnership between KIAA and the Park Police.  The recommendation from Chief Ohotto was to spend $5000 for 2016 vs $8000 spent last year.  Police reports were reduced from 101 in 2014 to 56 in 2015.</li>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to spend $5000 for additional police patrols at ECLB in 2016 and be active early in the season.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that two disbursements were made in January relating to SWLRT planning and the Metro Blooms project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Thrill Kenwood – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>This event raised $400 for The Bridge for Youth.</li>\r\n	<li>The 1<sup>st</sup> annual Rock Kenwood Dance Party will be held at the Rec Center on Saturday February 27<sup>th</sup> from 3-6PM.  There will be a DJ, contests, crafting, and more.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt recapped the recent committee meeting and the programming ideas for 2016.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log rolling and Open Swim are planned to continue in 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>New ideas include puppet shows, art activities, potlucks, and more.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is considering putting forth up to $2000 of additional funding for activities, and discussed how to engage neighbors that might be interested in donating funds to support the activities.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  Jody reported that the November and December meetings were cancelled by the Met Council.  In the January meeting, progress updates were shared by the project office.  Final environmental impact statement is due in April.  Civil construction will begin fall of 2016.  There will be 29 private properties impacted by construction in Minneapolis, primarily adjacent to the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported that some responses were received from correspondence to Minnesota Senators and Representatives on the Transportation Committees.  Some responded to take KIAA response under advisement, and some spoke in favor of KIAA’s position opposing co-location.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn brought a motion to continue to present KIAA’s position opposing co-location to FTA officials in the Chicago office that are working with the Met Council on the alignment.  The board unanimously approved to send a letter.  Shawn will circulate it as an action between meetings for board review and final approval.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette is working to identify a point of contact for the Restorative Justice Program, who would coordinate community service work for the people in the program.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA recognizes Stephen Dean and his long standing contributions to the neighborhood. Kathie Constantine shared that his tailoring business in Downtown Kenwood is expected to close at the end of March.  He kept the neighborhood looking good with the many fine seams, hems, and alterations he provided over his 40 years in business, and we wish him well in retirement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:46 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>January 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met January 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A body was found frozen in the ice in the channel between Lake Calhoun and Lake of the Isles on January 4<sup>th</sup>.  It is not known to be a crime related situation and there is no danger to the public.  Residents are encouraged to demonstrate caution before proceeding to go out on the ice, especially areas that are not designated for winter recreational use.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is on Wednesday January 27<sup>th</sup>, the topic is a preview of the 2016 state legislative session. Senator Dibble among other elected officials are expected to attend.  Please contact Lisa’s office if you plan to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale utility work continues.  Sewer work will be necessary on Vineland Place near the Walker and Sculpture Garden.  Construction updates and road closures are available via Lisa’s office in her email updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Residents are advised that there needs to be a minimum 5 foot clearance on either side of alleys and driveways.  Neighbors are having difficulties accessing driveways and alleys when visitors or residents are parked within 5 feet of one.  This has been a challenge particularly at Kenwood Corner.  If access is blocked, neighbors can call 311 for assistance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed updated KIAA that the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District paid KIAA for the 15 neighborhood Raingarden projects.  KIAA will in turn pay MetroBlooms with these funds, as well as the KIAA share of $1134, approved at the December Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Noise Issues</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Local businesses are advised to ensure that their garbage and recycling services are observing local noise ordinances.  Garbage and recycling are not to be picked up prior to 6AM.  We love our local businesses.  Neighbors observing violations are encouraged to speak to the business owner first, and if unresolved then take a photo of the truck and email KIAA or Lisa Goodman’s office and we will contact the refuse service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt updated KIAA that the next ECLB Committee Meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan 26<sup>th</sup> at 7PM at the Kenwood Community Center.  All are welcome.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will invite Park Police Chief Ohotto to the February meeting to start the dialogue on the strategy for the summer of 2016.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the SWLRT environmental impact statement will not consider impacts of freight rail changes in the Kenilworth Corridor funded by the project, according to a recent email from the Southwest Project Office.  These changes include moving the rail much closer to homes, upgrading the tracks, building a bridge across the Kenilworth Canal, and removing many trees and green spaces.  Further, although the SWLRT project will spend tens of millions of dollars to “co-locate” freight and light rail, the Met Council says it “is not making freight rail permanent” in the Kenilworth Corridor.  KIAA is concerned that the upgraded freight rail infrastructure could encourage more trains at higher speeds, and create additional noise and safety concerns.  KIAA believes the SDEIS is flawed because it does not treat freight as a permanent condition, and therefore adverse impacts are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the section 106 meeting on December 3<sup>rd</sup>.  Section 106 protects historic properties impacted by federally funded projects.  The Kenilworth Channel is protected by section 106.  With input by Michael Schroeder of the MPRB, a bridge design has been agreed upon and the historic WPA retaining walls on the east side of the proposed bridge are now under consideration.  A memorandum of understanding will be developed in the coming months, and KIAA will decide whether or not to sign it when the time comes.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn, on behalf of KIAA, contacted each member of the Minnesota Senate and House Transportation Committees to surface the board’s continued concerns with co-location.  KIAA asked that the $135M of the state portion of the funding be put on hold.  This is to be voted on in the upcoming legislative session.  KIAA maintains that in a time of increased concern over rail safety, co-location of light rail and ethanol trains will pose a continual and sustained danger to the Kenwood neighborhood should there be a derailment. and we remain opposed to co-location.  The Minneapolis City Council, knowing of this risk, has nonetheless approved co-location, so KIAA is appealing to the state level.</li>\r\n	<li>County Commissioner Marion Greene is planning a public meeting on Wednesday, February 3<sup>rd</sup>.  KIAA will post time and place to NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Angie Erdrich will post in Next Door Kenwood a notice to invite neighbors to determine interest for the MetroBlooms Raingarden program for 2016</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lake of the Isles Skating Party is Sunday, January 24<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:38 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>December 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 7th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Larry Moran, Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi, Josine Peters  Also Present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n<h1>Agenda was approved unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since November Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby composed a letter to the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee articulating KIAA concerns that the SDEIS had shortcomings.  These arise from Met Council’s decision to treat freight rail as an “existing condition.” However, the SWLRT proposes creating permanent freight rail infrastructure where only temporary rail exists, and SDEIS failed to properly consider the safety, environmental, vibration, noise, and economic impact of that decision with freight rail as an existing condition.  In the December meeting, KIAA members voted in favor of sending the letter prior to the CMC.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>December 9<sup>th</sup> is the final opportunity for residents to testify at the City Council meeting regarding the 2016 budget and taxes.  Lisa encourages residents to appear in person or email their city representatives to provide testimony and input on how residential tax revenue is generated and spent.  This meeting will be in the past by the time these minutes are published, however residents are notified well in advance of the annual hearing in their Truth in Taxation statements for future tax years.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January.  December 14<sup>th</sup> marks the annual December Later with Lisa event at the Normandy Inn.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work is continuing on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Infrastructure has deteriorated further than expected and the project is approximately 6 weeks behind.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa confirmed that a variance at 2432 Sheridan Ave S was approved by the city.  This was endorsed by KIAA at the November meeting.  KIAA will seek input as broadly as possible for future requests</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed provided prior the meeting a recap of monies received from KIAA members as well as November transactions (expenditures), and these were discussed in the meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>The source of the remainder of Rain Garden funding was discussed.  Jeanette moved to use money from the NRP neighborhood livability Phase II fund.  Passed unanimously.  Mike Bono agreed to ensure that all city requirements were met to utilize that fund.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Resolution regarding Jean Deatrick’s contract – Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jean’s contract is set to expire at the end of the year.  Jean supports KIAA with communication, publication of the minutes, announcements, reimbursements, and other administrative activities.  Mike moved to extend her contract under the same terms until December 31<sup>st</sup> 2016.  Ed seconded the motion.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies\r\n<h1>·         Matt is reaching out to the Park Board to align on proposed activities for summer 2016.  KIAA continues to work on ensuring ECLB will be able to be used safely by all residents.  There will be a public meeting in January to discuss 2016 strategies, date/time/place to be posted on Nextdoor Kenwood.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA increased funding in 2015 to support existing funding from the Park Board et al, and research will be done to understand how much funding will be in place from other sources prior to a KIAA funding commitment for 2016.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Discussion continued from the November meeting regarding engaging state and federal officials over ongoing concerns for rail safety as well as other unaddressed concerns.  KIAA will contact state level transportation bill conferees to raise the concerns before end of year, and then again as State Legislators go back into session in February.  KIAA will also contact Federal Transit officials in advance of final funding of the line to ensure that federal officials are aware of local concerns with regard to safety, environmental, noise, vibration, and economic adverse effects not sufficiently addressed in the SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Metro Blooms is asking if KIAA would be interested in partnering on Rain Gardens again in 2016.  Angie will inform them of KIAA interest, pending gauging neighborhood interest.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:33 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met November 2nd, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since October Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA sent a response to the SWLRT project office regarding SWLRT Section 106 meeting Sept 23<sup>rd</sup>, as it relates to concerns over the traffic study.  There is a discrepancy in the ridership numbers vs SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Variance Request for Peterson Residence, 2432 Sheridan Ave S</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Request made in person by owners to enlarge the structure, extending a less than six foot variance along the property line.  A second variance was requested to extend the garage by five feet closer to the street, which is still within the set back.  Angie motioned to support, Matt to second, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws, Articles – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed changes to KIAA bylaws to modernize them, having consulted with Robert Cooper of the City of Minneapolis legal department.  For example, serving information via email vs paper mail, yet preserving multi modal communication which would include an annual newsletter or mailings at the discretion of KIAA.  Ed moved that KIAA approve the rewritten bylaws which would then be filed with the state, and stored on KIAA’s website.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed then moved to change articles of incorporation to update the registered office of KIAA to the Kenwood Rec Center.  Matt seconded, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Gardens – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved to pay $1134 for KIAA cost share to Metro Blooms (or up to $1200 in case of minor variance in the final invoice).  The costs increased due to decreased participation due to untenable soil conditions or other issues that were not able to be mitigated.  Motion seconded by Jim, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>The raingarden at Kenwood Corner was paid for by the private donations and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  In order to finalize funding, a sign is needed.  The sign will be reviewed as action taken outside the meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         ECLB committee met in October to debrief the year and start planning for next year.  Residents that have ideas for activities for 2016 are encouraged to contact Matt Spies.  2015 saw a tremendous amount of success and KIAA is excited to build on this success but needs continued neighborhood engagement even if there was an increase in usage via activities and a decrease in criminal activity.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Engagement with Anita Tabb and the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board was also discussed as an offline action.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA discussed whether to continue to engage in SWLRT via writing letters to state and federal officials addressing co-location concerns in the Kenilworth Corridor as KIAA was unable to gain support at the city level.  Specifically, to petition state and federal officials to withhold funding due to continuing and increasing concerns over the danger of the co-location of ethanol trains and SWLRT.  Further action to be taken between meetings, but accountability of individual public officials will be the focus, specifically, their knowledge of the risks, and how they plan to vote, is the plan of action via written correspondence.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood general community update.  Jeanette will encourage CM Greene to have the meeting, KIAA will not formally participate.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:43 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 5th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich.\r\n\r\nOthers present:  CM Lisa Goodman, Marc Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), 2 other attendees\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The September lunch with Lisa had over 75 attendees to hear about the Nicollet Mall renovation.  At the October Lunch with Lisa Wed Oct 21<sup>st</sup>, to commemorate the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, State Senator Steve Simon will speak about the Voting Rights Act.  Room 334 of the St Thomas Law School.  All are welcome to attend, please RSVP in advance to Lisa’s office.</li>\r\n	<li>Fall street sweeping will start on October 20<sup>th</sup>.  Please watch for parking restrictions.  Social media will be used to communicate dates.</li>\r\n	<li>Cedar Lake Parkway will be repaved – from 394 to the BNSF bridge.  It will start October 19<sup>th</sup>, last 6 days, and be a complete closure.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding variances and tear downs.  Neighbors are encouraged to review variance proposals with KIAA board so the board can be aware of variance requests.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed attended to any previously discussed financial compliance and efficiency concerns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed that bylaws be examined and modernized.  For example, the bylaws state that minutes must be maintained in a book.  However, now electronic copies are preferred to minimize paper waste.  Also that 1<sup>st</sup> class mail is used for communications, and now electronic notice is more economical and more efficient.  There was also a discussion on how to document action (votes) taken outside of meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark re-requested funding from KIAA for a rechargeable sound system to be used for neighborhood programming, at a cost of $2200.  Motion to fund passed with two abstentions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Hennepin Lake Community Wine Tasting Fundraiser – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is selling tickets to the event which is being held on Wed October 28<sup>th</sup>.  Advance ticket sales benefit KIAA.  Please email Jeanette Colby; email is available on the KIAA website.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>It was noted that each member of the City Council, Mayor Hodges, and Peter Wagenius received a copy of the KIAA SDEIS with a request to require more information regarding mitigation, co-location, and construction concerns prior to granting municipal consent.  However, there was no response to KIAA from the Mayor or the Council and all city council members voted the same as prior municipal consent.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood Q/A meeting for any outstanding questions regarding the SWLRT project.  Jeanette and Shawn will post to Nextdoor Kenwood this opportunity to have a dialogue, to gauge neighborhood interest.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette outlined the finding to the Section 106 Traffic Study.  The finding in the study was that there would not be substantial changes to traffic near historic 106 properties.  The findings of the study appear to be inconsistent with the SDEIS statements regarding how many riders will use the 21<sup>st</sup> St Station and how riders will access the station.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will draft a letter to state and federal officials highlighting the danger of co-location of ethanol trains and high voltage LRT wires in the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Announcements/New Business – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee continues to meet monthly.  Meetings are posted to Nextdoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>Thrill Kenwood is Saturday October 24<sup>th</sup>, at 3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, November 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSeptember 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met September 14th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Park Police Chief Ohotto, Mark Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), Jean Deatrich (Hill and Lakes), and 6 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>September Agenda was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Recognition for Kathy Low for her participation in KIAA and to Larry Moran for Chairing KIAA for the past three years.</li>\r\n	<li>It was agreed that a November KIAA newsletter will be published and mailed.  Articles will be needed and will need to be sent to Jean Deatrich.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich led a discussion regarding the final cost of the Raingarden Project, which will be finalized at a future date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Bylaw and Finance Update – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that he will put together a list of proposed bylaw changes that were discussed at the July KIAA meeting to be submitted.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed gave an overview of committed and past spending as a follow up to the account balance update emailed prior to the meeting.  It was determined to maintain one KIAA account going forward, instead of two, and Ed named some follow up tasks that he would tend to in order to ensure KIAA is compliant with the city policy, and it was also determined to maintain a May 31<sup>st</sup> fiscal year end and coincide with the annual election of the KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark requested funding from KIAA for the replacement of 3 picnic tables and a sound system.  A vote was deferred until ownership of the space where the picnic tables is housed could be confirmed.  Additionally, it was suggested that the Rec Center request funding from the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto/Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Chief Ohotto shared that police reports for ECLB were 69 in 2015 vs 2014 last year.  Most reports were misdemeanors.  He attributes the reduction to Matt Spies and his task force and the community involvement at the beach, as well as concerned residents calling 911 when incidents occurred.  Chief Ohotto recommended continued KIAA-funded hours and activities moving forward.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Subcommittee Meeting is on October 13<sup>th</sup> at 7PM, Kenwood Rec Center.  Residents are encouraged to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Permit Parking was discussed as a deterrent.  There is a Next Door thread discussing a petition to request it to deter beach attendance.  KIAA in the past has recommended that this is not a viable solution to deter crime, however agreed that the SubCommittee should reevaluate this as a solution to ensure that any recommendation reflects current views.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Amanda Vallone - beArtrageous</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda on behalf of beArtrageous proposed some activities for ECLB for 2016.  Activities would be for residents of all ages:  potlucks, craft parties, coffee and sunset gatherings, etc.  Activities would be funded by CPP or participants.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda requested funding from KIAA to fund Thrill Kenwood on October 24<sup>th</sup>.  The activity is a neighborhood dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at the corner of Penn and 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Proceeds go to Bridge for Youth, and emergency Shelter for for 10-17 year old youth.  KIAA approved $800 to fund the event, about 40% of the budget.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>MPRB Ice Rink Warming Hut – Cliff Swenson/Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>MPRB is considering updating the warming hut (without disruption to the footprint or skating area) at Lake of the Isles and across other rinks in the park system.  MPRB is beginning the process of informing city boards about the redesign, and if the project moves forward there would be a community engagement process in the future.  Goal is to have the project done by Fall 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Jeanette Colby/Shawn Smith/Jody Strakosch</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody updated from the Community Advisory Committee, which met recently and the Project Office is proceeding as if they have full funding.  Jody asked that the key elements of the project be a standing topic on the agenda going forward, including co-location, noise, vibration, etc.  Meetings occur the 4<sup>th</sup> Thursday of every month.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette offered to contact County Commissioner Marion Greene to see if we would conduct a public hearing to ask questions.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA agreed to distribute the SDEIS response to additional public officials.  The purpose is to gain support to get answers to those questions posed in the response, submitted to the Project Office in July 2015, that have yet to be answered.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, October 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met July 6th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Lisa Goodman, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee and KIAA Board Member-Elect), Jean Deatrick, and 2 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby nominated Matt Spies to the board and his appointment was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City of Minneapolis Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be August 26<sup>th</sup>.  Topic is TBD and Lisa is seeking input on ideas of broad interest to the ward.</li>\r\n	<li>NextDoor Kenwood will be increasingly used by the city for announcements and crime alerts, so neighbors are encouraged to sign up for the site.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion regarding street paving and repair.  Lisa encourages neighbors to call 3-1-1 to report any potholes in need of fill.  Major repaving for roads in need of repair could result in a potentially significant tax assessment for property owners on the street repaired.</li>\r\n	<li>Because of the buffer zone around parkland, it was emphasized that feral cats are not allowed in much of the Kenwood neighborhood, and should be reported to animal control.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report/Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Year end financial recaps were circulated to KIAA board members prior to the July meeting.  The balance sheet will be attached to the CPP annual report to be sent to the city.  KIAA fiscal year runs from June 1 to May 31 due to the timing of the election of the board in May.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA bylaws have not been updated in several years.  Ed offered to chair a subcommittee to review where updates should be made to allow more relevant communication methods, eg allowing electronic communication vs by US Mail.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP Annual Report – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the KIAA 2014 CPP Annual report be approved and sent to the city, and the motion was unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Dinkytown Historic Commercial Preservation – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The city is voting July 10<sup>th</sup> regarding preservation of the Dinkytown business district.  KIAA will circulate the letter from the preservation group should Kenwood residents wish to show support.  KIAA will not file a formal support with the city but voted to send a statement to the City Council in support of the Marcy Holmes Neighborhood Association (Dinkytown) in its adherence to its neighborhood small area plan.  Small area plans are developed with broad community input and may put parameters on developers to preserve neighborhood history and aesthetics.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Uptown Neighborhoods Working Group (UNWG) – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Per UNWG request, Josine attended the recent meeting of the working group and will provide input into the decisions and discussions related to the Uptown neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Raingardens Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The installations of raingardens in Kenwood continue to have interest in the neighborhood and Angie will continue to provide input and updates to Metro Blooms and KIAA.  20 Residences are approved to be funded by Metro Blooms and KIAA.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log Rolling continues to be a popular event – future dates will be announced on NextDoor Kenwood.  Open Water Swimming, sponsored by YWCA, is rolling out this summer.</li>\r\n	<li>Pledges have been raised for $1350 to fund a pop-up Adventure Park, 3 events to occur this summer.  Matt requested $750 in funding from KIAA to reach the goal of $3000 and for a fund to be established to be administered by KIAA to house the funding as it is collected.  Jeanette so moved and the motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Crime and Safety – Chief Ohotto provided an update in advance of the meeting that crime is down from prior years.  There are still some incidents that have required police response but of less frequency and severity vs prior summers.  Ed Pluimer reminded the board that $8K was allocated for increased police patrols this summer.  KIAA will continue to evaluate the effectiveness of the expenditure.</li>\r\n	<li>The next ECLB subcommittee meeting will be July 14<sup>th</sup> at Kenwood Rec Center and will be published on NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Supplementary Draft EIS Response – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS response was submitted to the board for review prior to the meeting.  There was a general discussion regarding edits related to construction impacts, property values.  Angie moved to approve the response with amendments, and the motion passed unanimously.  The amendments to increase the focus on the response relating to construction short term impacts (noise, vibration, road damage).  The KIAA response will be submitted to the Met Council, and a response will be requested, by the July 21<sup>st</sup> deadline.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Investing in Neighborhood Parks/Closing the Gap – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Minneapolis Park and Rec Board is conducting neighborhood hearings through late September to discuss the current state of Minneapolis Parks and those in need of repairs that may have been deferred.  Please see the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board for dates on upcoming hearings.  You can also email <a href=\"mailto:closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org\">closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org</a> for information and input.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, August 3rd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>June 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 1st, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and Jean Deatrich, and 3 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in June or July.  The next will be August 6<sup>th</sup>, topic is TBD.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa is sending out a weekly downtown event and construction alert including sporting and arts events and street closures.  Future emails will include the reconstruction of Hennepin at Lyndale, Nicollet Mall Reconstruction, etc. Residents can sign up for the weekly Friday email by emailing Lisa’s office.  She is hopeful that the information will help residents and visitors get around town a little easier with all the construction and exciting downtown events.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Streets events are starting, sponsored by the city and the Bicycle Coalition.  There will be road closures and roads will be open to pedestrians and bikers.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.openstreetsmpls.com/\">www.openstreetsmpls.com</a> for more information.</li>\r\n	<li>With the warm weather approaching, residents are advised to keep garages and homes locked when not home.  This will deter crimes of opportunity.  Also, keep valuables out of sight in your car, and keep your car locked even when it is in your garage.  Residents are encouraged to call 911 if you see any suspicious activity.  This will help control crimes of opportunity.</li>\r\n	<li>The City and the Park Board advise to water trees regularly, and advise against pruning ash trees, which can spread the Emerald Ash borer.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update (ECLB, “Hidden Beach”) – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Activities are being planned to increase resident usage of the beach.  Activities will mainly be sponsored by a 3<sup>rd</sup> party, not the Park Board or City.  Matt will submit an article to Hill and Lakes Press with more information in an upcoming issue.</li>\r\n	<li>The first log roll was held on Saturday May 30th with about 25 attendees.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Lake Swimming is in the planning stages, similar Lake Nokomis Open Swim.  The intent is to give residents the opportunity to swim in open water for exercise and triathlon training.  Also for trained swimmers that do not have access to a pool.  The open swim events will be managed by the YMCA.</li>\r\n	<li>Other events are being planned, such as morning meditations, arts events, and more.  Announcements will be shared via the Nextdoor Kenwood website, so please sign up for the site for alerts on upcoming events.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is working to see if a sign can be secured to post at the entrance of the beach area announcing the schedule of activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is doing an amazing job leading the ECLB subcommittee and KIAA appreciates his dedication and effort to bring fun activities to ECLB for everyone.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low outlined the revised neighborhood priority plan that was drafted to direct activities and advise the expenditure of Community Participation Program funds.  Changes to the former plan were advised in response to a recent survey of residents and ongoing KIAA priorities.  Kathy did not seek re-election and was handing the work off to the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Included in the plan is SWLRT work, additional police patrols for ECLB, monthly newsletter, and neighborhood programming activities.</li>\r\n	<li>The final revised plan will be submitted to the city and put on record in the KIAA archives.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS is now published which reflects co-location of Light Rail and Freight Rail.  LRT Done Right is drafting a response to the SDEIS (Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement).  Jeanette Colby proposed that KIAA utilize the LRT Done Right as a foundation to the response for KIAA.  The responses are due by July 6<sup>th</sup> unless an extension is granted.  KIAA will draft a response representative of views expressed by residents and an evaluation of the SDEIS.  Any resident can review the SDEIS at <a href=\"http://www.metrocouncil.org/\">www.metrocouncil.org</a>.  Residents are encouraged to review environmental findings and mitigation plans and provide input to the Met Council directly.  The City of Minneapolis and Park Board are each planning to submit a response to the SDEIS in addition to those of LRT Done Right and KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to be involved with the Citizens Advisory Committee.  KIAA did not support co-location of freight and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor, but will focus the feedback on mitigation that is needed as determined by the board for safety, vibration, noise, light, and economic potential adverse effects on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of KIAA Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby was elected to Chair of the Board.  Ed Pluimer was re-elected as Treasurer.  Larry Moran was elected Vice Chair, to help oversee that transition of the position of Chair to Jeanette.  Shawn Smith was re-elected to Secretary.  The website will be updated by Jean Deatrich to reflect the officers for the next annual period.  It was noted that new members will be needed to continue the work of the board as some members have served for several terms and new resident participation is needed for succession planning.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2015 KIAA 4<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA had its 4<sup>th</sup> annual gathering on May 5<sup>th</sup> in Downtown Kenwood, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">In attendance were the KIAA board, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene, MPRB Anita Tabb, Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, 8 serving board members up for re-election, and approximately 80 neighbors.</p>\r\nThe gathering began at 6PM. The weather was great and everyone enjoyed complimentary Red Wagon Pizza and beverages provided by KIAA. Janet Hallaway from The Bridge for Youth was available to answer questions regarding her organization and to take donations. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM. He stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year: SWLRT work including work on the CAC and mitigation of potential adverse effects to the neighborhood, support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Movies in the Park, Kenwood Carnival, and the Skating Party. He also introduced Matt Spies, who leads the subcommittee working to address concerns over East Cedar Lake “Hidden” Beach. Angie Erdrich gave an update on the Raingarden to be constructed at Kenwood Corner in August 2015.\r\n\r\nLarry introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to himself: Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Ed Pluimer, and Shawn Smith. Larry made the motion for re-election, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood. If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us. If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> April 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">The KIAA Board met April 6, 2015, at Kenwood Rec Center.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Board Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Others present: Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and other Kenwood residents</p>\r\n\r\n<h1><strong>7th Ward Update - City Council Member Lisa Goodman </strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping on most north/south streets will be the week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; east/west streets and the remaining north/south streets will be the week of April 20<sup>th</sup>. Yard waste pickup begins week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; use compostable bags or yard waste containers.</li>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be on Wednesday April 29<sup>th</sup>. Olga Viso, Executive Director of the Walker Art Center, will give an in-depth look at the Walker’s $75 million renovation plans, including the Sculpture Garden and improvements to the hill and along Vineland Place. As usual, please arrive between 11:30 - 11:45 am to get lunch and a seat for the program.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa Goodman is also arranging a visit to the Minneapolis Emergency Operations Center the week of May 4<sup>th</sup> for interested residents. The Center was moved to Fridley and improved after the 35W bridge collapse. Space will be limited. Notice will be sent to anyone who is signed up for her regular notices by email. (Email her office if you would like to be added to her distribution list.)</li>\r\n	<li>Some qualified residents of CIDNA and Lowry Hill have volunteered to be on the Kenilworth Station Art and Landscape Committee that will look at station area design for some of the Minneapolis Southwest Light Rail stations. Selections will be made soon; contact Lisa Goodman’s office if anyone else is interested. KIAA expressed the strong interest in having this committee consider ways that the presence of a station could have a positive impact on problems at East Cedar Lake beach. Lisa Goodman thinks the committee will be focused only on the station design.</li>\r\n	<li>The owners of 1800 Lake/Knox project have stopped pumping water from the basement of the building into Lake Calhoun in accordance with the consent decree.</li>\r\n	<li>The City’s composting program has started; organics can be taken to drop-off sites listed at <a href=\"http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996\">http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996</a>. One of the drop-off sites is the South Transfer Station, 2850 20th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55407. Organics pick up will start in April 2016 for the Kenwood neighborhood. Homeowners will be charged for the service whether they sign up for pick up or not.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The East Cedar Lake Beach KIAA subcommittee recently met and also conducted an online survey. Survey results will be posted on NextDoor; there was interest in log-rolling, which could be once/week in partnership with the maker of synthetic logs who lives in the area, as well as point-to-point swimming across Cedar Lake. The Park Board indicated that they would be supportive of this swimming by providing a lifeguard and allowing this activity, which normally is prohibited.</li>\r\n	<li>The subcommittee discussed that the Park Police are best situated to determine when to deploy extra policing funded by KIAA. Josine Peters introduced a resolution to allocate an additional $3,000 (when added to the previously approved $5,000, for a total of $8,000) of remaining KIAA NRP funds to the Police Buy-Back contract with the City. Jack Levi seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Another idea for positive programming at the Beach is a canoe paddle derby. Jeanette Colby has confirmed the details for one KIAA-sponsored event for all ages: the Open Eye Figure Theatre Driveway Tour will be on Friday, June 5th at 7 p.m. at East Cedar Lake Beach. Residents are invited to picnic and enjoy an innovative puppet show. Jeanette Colby introduced a resolution approving $400 for the event; Kathy Low seconded and it passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Long-term solutions to the problems at the Beach were also discussed at the subcommitee’s recent meeting. Some of the Park Board’s ideas to be considered in the future include fixing up trails and constructing restrooms. <strong>The</strong> suggestion that a CAC be formed as a forum for discussing these kinds of changes was met with enthusiasm.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>SWLRT Discussion - Kathy Low</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy provided an update on the 106 review (environmental review process re: adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties in the neighborhood). KIAA continues to use the PVN consulting firm to assist in our role as consulting party in this process. Kathy proposed a resolution to approve a contract with PVN for 2015 and to add $2,000 to the contract with the City using Neighborhood Priority Plan funds to cover this cost. The consultant will discuss with KIAA what scope of work is requested for each future meeting. It is possible that CIDNA will share in the cost of the consultant’s time to prepare and attend meetings<strong>.</strong> The motion was seconded and carried unanimously. Kathy will attend the next 106 meeting on April 22<sup>nd</sup> and KIAA will seek a new representative for future meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>KIAA Annual Gathering – Angie Erdrich, Ed Pluimer</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> outside the downtown Kenwood businesses on West 21<sup>st</sup> Street beginning at 6 pm. BeARTrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Ed proposed a resolution to allocate $100 each to help with expenses those two businesses will incur as well as funds to cover other KIAA expenses for supplies for the event. Kathy Low seconded and the resolution passed unanimously. Delicious individually-prepared pizza will be prepared on site by Red Wagon Pizza. There will be a brief presentation by Chair Larry Moran at 6:30 describing KIAA activities. The 2015-2016 KIAA board will then be elected: new board members are needed and encouraged to attend. Last year was a huge success and all residents are welcome. Donations to the Bridge for Youth will be accepted.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:25 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, May 4th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on 21<sup>st</sup> Street in front of the Kenwood businesses as described above. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident in each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kiaa55405@gmail.com.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met March 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee), Dr. Eric Larson, and 6 other attendees and neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>No Update this month</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto provided an update on how KIAA funding was utilized in the summer of 2014 beach season. A total of 93 hours were utilized by park police for a budget cost of $6084, over the authorization of $5000 by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Most offenses at ECLB are due to narcotics and alcohol. Submitted for the minutes was a 10 year recap of police reports. 2014 had 101 reports written (not necessarily arrests)</li>\r\n	<li>Chief would like to continue to have “buy back” patrols in 2015 and to have funding in place before June for proactive presence at the beach. The Chief’s recommendation was to have an officer present from 11AM till 4PM on scheduled days (from buy back funding), so as not to double up coverage that is regularly scheduled after 2PM till 10PM, based on availability. He also recommended the board reach out to the 5<sup>th</sup> Precinct City Attorney for partnership in increasing awareness of repeat offenders. Further, to reach out to Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams for support.</li>\r\n	<li>Preceding the recommendation of the Hidden Beach task force, which will be provided to KIAA later in March, Jeanette Colby made a motion to authorize $5000 initially pending the recommendation of the committee (to be finalized March 17<sup>th</sup> at the rec center at 6:30, public welcome) and to be revisited at a later date in case extra funding is needed due to ideas that come from the task force. Josine Peters seconded. Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Larry Moran provided an update from the Community Advisory Committee meeting (Jody Strakosch is the neighborhood CAC representative), which occurs the last Tuesday of each month. Topics included Development Reviews, Community Works, and Design and Engineering. The primary issue was the SDEIS which will be delayed until late Spring or early summer, or later. This is important as SDEIS would speak to the environmental impact of co-location of freight and LRT in the Kenilworth Corridor with a single tunnel. Once complete, the public will have a 45 day period to comment.</li>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low provided an update on the 106 review (adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties). In December, KIAA sent a letter outlining concerns on this topic. MnDot agreed to expedite traffic studies to assess impact of project. It remains unclear what, if any, mitigation will be done to mitigate potential adverse impacts on historic properties. Motion carried unanimously for Kathy Low to send the letter regarding KIAA position on the channel. Motion also carried unanimously to authorize an additional $500 to pay the consultants PVN to help KIAA prepare a response letter to the most recent 106 consultation meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>Dr. Eric Larson, neighbor, addressed the board regarding the transportation of flammable liquids through the Kenilworth Corridor alongside SWLRT. He sent a letter to Fire Chief Fruetel asking him to explore the inherent danger of, and a plan to manage and mitigate the damage in the event of a spill or fire resulting from an ethanol train accident. Construction of the shallow tunnel will occur 12 feet from the freight rail track. Motion carried unanimously to endorse the letter.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn Smith made a motion to update, sign on behalf of KIAA, and send a letter to Senator Dibble recapping the discussion on outstanding questions on SWLRT from the last two meetings, to outline where information is needed and outstanding concerns that are not addressed. Seconded by Josine, carried unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Sculpture Garden Renovation – Josine Peters (minutes addendum)</h1>\r\n<strong>Statement:</strong>\r\n\r\nAs part of the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden renovation, the Walker Art Center will temporarily remove most sculptures. Many will be in storage, but others will be on short- or long-term loan to a number of Twin Cities institutions so that the public can still enjoy them during the construction project. The Walker is still in conversation with these potential partners and is identifying particular works for relocation. No official decisions have been made.\r\n\r\nOne thing we know for certain is that the Frank Gehry <em>Standing Fish</em> will be relocated from the Cowles Conservatory in order to reimagine that particular space. A formal announcement will be made in early 2015 announcing the relocation of specific artworks and their locations.\r\n\r\nMore information can be found on Minneapolisparks.org. Search under “current projects”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Carnival</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Motion carried unanimously to authorize $750 Kenwood Carnival.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> in front of the Kenwood Restaurant, 6-7:30. BeArtrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Food will be Red Wagon Pizza. New prospective board members are welcome. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Volunteers are Needed for Earth Day Cleanup.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meet on Saturday, April 25<sup>th</sup> at the Kenwood Rec Center. 9:30-noon. More info to come in April.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>February 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met February 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; 4 neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1>Lunch with Lisa on Feb 25<sup>th</sup> and the topic is TBD at the time of this meeting. There will be a communication shortly to provide interested residents the time, place and topic. The last lunch was well attended with a speaker from the Youth Homelessness Initiative.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There is a wrecking permit pulled for a residence at 2536 Upton S for a replacement house.</li>\r\n	<li>Property valuation notices for 2015 have been mailed to residents. If residents would like to have a review for equalization of their property value, it must be done at this time. If you believe your property is not correctly assessed, please refer to the City of Minneapolis website for instructions. You will need to pull your own comparative properties and submit an application for review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update, Section 106 Review (potential affects of SWLRT on historic properties) – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that the next SWLRT section 106 consultation meeting is 2/6. KIAA will attend the meeting along with the other consulting parties; SWLRT project staff, the State Historic Preservation Office, City of Minneapolis, the Park Board, CIDNA, and others. This meeting concerns solely the impact on the historical Kenilworth Channel crossing. Adverse effects on neighborhood historic properties from construction as well as operation of the trains and related traffic will continue to be the top focus of KIAA at future 106 meetings. Jeanette Colby motioned to approve $500 for the KIAA retained consultants Preservation Design Works to attend the meeting, Josine Peters seconded. The motion was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a follow up discussion led by Larry Moran regarding the need for specifics from the SW Project office for what to expect in 2015 on the project to be able to inform residents and how best to obtain that information. Suggestions that were made would be finalized after the meeting as a follow up but included contacting representatives to request their attention to any concerns that are not being addressed.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Larry Moran</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA task force is continuing to work on solutions for the 2015 beach season. The importance of continuity was stressed for a neighborhood strategy to address neighborhood concerns regarding the beach. If KIAA funds extra park police patrols in 2015, KIAA would work with funding recipients to align on how the money would be spent, and would look to include Chief Ohotto and Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams in the conversations. Jack Levi to follow up with Kathy Williams for an update from the task force on long term strategies and next steps.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> January 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 5, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Vice Chair Mike Bono called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; Dan Pennie, Anne Carayon, Dylan Thomas (SW Journal), Jean Deatrick (Hill and Lakes Press), Bruce Brunner, Donna Minter, Jody Strakosch\r\n\r\n7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman\r\n<h1><em> </em>Lunch with Lisa on Jan 28<sup>th</sup> will feature a Youth Homelessness speaker. RSVP to Lisa’s office is appreciated.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>SWLRT. There will be CIDNA, KIAA, Bryn Mawr, and Cedar Lake Park Association representation on committees regarding the W 21<sup>st</sup> St and Penn Ave stations. The city is seeking individuals with landscape architecture experience to serve on the committees and give input on environmental mitigation and remediation strategies.</li>\r\n	<li>A CIDNA homeowner described damage to homes on Sunset Blvd from the recent Met Council sewer reconstruction project. The Met Council and its contractor have not satisfactorily addressed the homeowners’ property damage claims according to the testimonial. Kathy Low brought forth a resolution for discussion, similar to one recently passed by CIDNA, requesting that the Met Council revise processes to resolve damage disputes and compensate property owners who suffer damage due to Met Council projects, especially in light of the proposed SWLRT construction. Discussion on how to engage state and city leadership is an issue that is common to neighborhoods at risk of damage by construction, for the agenda of a January 21<sup>st</sup> meeting. Kathy Low moved for approval of the resolution. Jeanette Colby seconded. Unanimously passed and final version was published to KIAA post-meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that on 1/7 the Park Board will vote on two resolutions – 1) request approval of funding to complete a study of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel for SWLRT 2) a letter to the FTA stating that input from the Park Board has not been duly considered (note: the Park Board subsequently voted to approve these motions in the 1/7 meeting). In the board’s materials for discussion is the KIAA Section 106 letter (which is in regard to the adverse effects of construction on historic districts or properties). This letter was approved between KIAA monthly meetings. There was a general discussion regarding upcoming opportunities for neighborhood input, potentially coordinating input with CIDNA and Cedar Lake Park Association, and the reliability of the funding for above mentioned mitigation strategies.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Property Resolution – Kathy Low</h1>\r\nHidden Beach Committee\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike Bono surfaced the discussion of the formation of a KIAA committee to proactively handle concerns for Hidden Beach. The committee chair description was developed by Chair Larry Moran prior to the meeting and was reviewed by the board members present. Angie Erdrich offered to get input on the draft description from Kathy Williams and the Hidden Beach committee she chairs currently.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nKIAA Annual Gathering\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The date of the Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. Preparations are underway and more details are to come. All neighbors are encouraged to join in the annual celebration of our neighborhood, and participate in the election of the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nRain Gardens\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich shared that 20 residents had applied for raingardens. A huge win for the</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>The Rain Garden grant is through Metro Blooms.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Addendum:</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The City of Minneapolis Public Works Department, after consultation with the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board, is working with a contractor to install a temporary diversion of the stormwater system from an outfall pipe in the Lagoon (between Lake of the Isles and Lake Calhoun) to the north shoreline of Lake Calhoun.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWork on the installation begain last week and is expected to be completed by January 16.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Mike Bono at 8:39 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<table width=\"640\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"9\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td></td>\r\n<td rowspan=\"4\" colspan=\"4\" valign=\"top\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n&nbsp;','KIAA','','inherit','closed','closed','','1607-revision-13','','','2017-12-13 11:44:47','2017-12-13 17:44:47','',1607,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/12/13/1607-revision-13/',0,'revision','',0),(1637,2,'2017-11-13 10:05:17','2017-11-13 16:05:17','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2017 meetings continue on October 2, November 6, and December 4.\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-174','','','2017-11-13 10:05:17','2017-11-13 16:05:17','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/11/13/240-revision-174/',0,'revision','',0),(1640,2,'2017-11-20 17:52:00','2017-11-20 23:52:00','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2017 meetings continue on October 2, November 6, and December 4.\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-175','','','2017-11-20 17:52:00','2017-11-20 23:52:00','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/11/20/240-revision-175/',0,'revision','',0),(1643,2,'2017-12-08 10:51:05','0000-00-00 00:00:00','','Auto Draft','','auto-draft','closed','closed','','','','','2017-12-08 10:51:05','0000-00-00 00:00:00','',0,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?p=1643',0,'post','',0),(1644,2,'2017-10-14 12:15:54','2017-10-14 17:15:54','Dear Neighbors:\r\n\r\nThe KIAA Board works on issues affecting Kenwood residents. Our priorities today align to our NRP/CPP priorities, which are listed below.  We invite your input and involvement in any of these issues and we are glad to hear from you.  And, we invite you to attend our monthly board meetings, volunteer to be part of the board, or work on a committee that might be of interest to you.  Our board is working hard to keep the quality of life in our neighborhood high.  Another current focus is on our website so that it has timely and useful information for you.  Thank you for your patience as we work on this.\r\n\r\nThank you for making Kenwood your home!\r\n\r\nBest regards,\r\n\r\nShawn Smith\r\n\r\nKIAA Chair','Message from the Chair','','inherit','closed','closed','','1623-revision-2','','','2017-10-14 12:15:54','2017-10-14 17:15:54','',1623,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/10/14/1623-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(1646,2,'2017-11-20 17:56:43','2017-11-20 23:56:43','Welcome to the Kenwood Isles Area Association (<strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong>) website. Kenwood is a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, just southwest of the downtown area. Please scroll down for postings of news for our neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYou are invited to attend our monthly <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA </span></strong>Board meetings, which are generally held on the first Monday of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, then we meet on the second Monday. 2017 meetings continue on October 2, November 6, and December 4.\r\n\r\nIf you wish to be added to the list of Kenwood residents receiving future copies of Kenwood neighborhood news or if you want to be removed from that list, please contact Jean Deatrick at KIAA55405@gmail.com. Please provide your name, email address, and home address.','Welcome','','inherit','closed','closed','','240-revision-176','','','2017-11-20 17:56:43','2017-11-20 23:56:43','',240,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/11/20/240-revision-176/',0,'revision','',0),(1649,2,'2017-12-08 11:04:28','2017-12-08 17:04:28','<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest  Light Rail (SWLRT) Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC.\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe four comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-04_22_2015-Materials_THL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 04_22_2015 Materials_THL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials-FINAL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials FINAL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Hill &amp; Lake Press article re: SWLRT</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong> By Michael Wilson</p>\r\n<p align=\"center\">The above article can be found on the bottom part of page one of this link:</p>\r\n<a title=\"Viability of SWLRT, current alignment questioned\" href=\"http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf\">http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest LRT Update re Park Board:\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects.\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners voted on the following resolution:\r\n\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Community Update on SWLRT: </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>What 2015 Holds</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Kenwood Rec Center Gym </strong>\r\n<strong>2101 West Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis,MN </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Wednesday, January 21st, 6-8 PM</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"></h1>\r\nThis event is hosted by Hennepin County District 3 Commissioner Marion Greene and co-sponsored by the Cedar-Isles-Dean Neighborhood Association (CIDNA), the Cedar Lake Park Association (CLPA) and the Kenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA). In response to feedback from these neighborhood groups, the meeting will offer presentations by the County and Southwest Light Rail Project Office, rather than an open house, with ample time for questions and answers. It has also been requested that the staff identify future opportunities for meaningful community input into the planning process. Commissioner Greene and other presenters will begin at 6 pm and answer questions afterwards, starting sometime between 7 and 7:30. Questions may be submitted to Marion Green in advance or asked at the meeting. <a href=\"mailto:Marion.Greene@hennepin.us\" target=\"_blank\">Marion.Greene@hennepin.us</a>\r\n\r\nCommissioner Greene states: \"All are welcome; we anticipate this meeting being of greatest interest to people who live in the area of the West Lake, 21st Street, or Kenwood side of the Penn Avenue Stations, who want to know how the project will move forward in 2015, and ways to get involved.\"\r\n\r\n~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\r\n<h1><strong>How should the City of Minneapolis gauge its success?</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe City of Minneapolis has launched a project soliciting public input on how the City can know it is achieving its goals.  For example, what does \"Living Well\" (one of the five City goals) mean to those who live, work, and play in Minneapolis?  Does it mean connected neighborhoods?  Access to amenities? Safe streets?\r\n\r\nThrough the project, the City is looking for input from the community to help define what success looks like.  through community outreach and online engagement, the City wants to hear from folks on what Minneapolis looks like when the City achieves its goals.\r\n\r\nFolks are encouraged to share their thoughts using an online engagement tool (Success.MinneapolisMN.gov) now until Feb. 6 and encourage others in Minneapolis to also weigh in with their feedback.  Because the online engagement tool uses crowdsourcing technology, the information within the tool will update in real time to display the changing input and ideas of its users.  Log in often to submit new ideas and vote on new information!  It\'s quick and easy to participate, and you can spend as much or as little time within the tool as you want.\r\n\r\nThe City is using tailored engagement strategies to ensure it gets a variety of perspectives from a wide range of communities including cultural communities, GLBTQA, seniors, youth, and City employees.  The community will have opportunities to provide input through community listening sessions and paper surveys in addition to the online engagement tool.\r\n\r\nOnce the engagement period closes, City staff will develop measures for the most popular themes within each City goal.  Thank you for participating in this important project.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-75','','','2017-12-08 11:04:28','2017-12-08 17:04:28','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/12/08/46-revision-75/',0,'revision','',0),(1651,2,'2017-12-08 11:04:28','2017-12-08 17:04:28','<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest  Light Rail (SWLRT) Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC.\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe four comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-04_22_2015-Materials_THL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 04_22_2015 Materials_THL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials-FINAL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials FINAL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Hill &amp; Lake Press article re: SWLRT</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong> By Michael Wilson</p>\r\n<p align=\"center\">The above article can be found on the bottom part of page one of this link:</p>\r\n<a title=\"Viability of SWLRT, current alignment questioned\" href=\"http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf\">http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest LRT Update re Park Board:\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects.\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners voted on the following resolution:\r\n\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Community Update on SWLRT: </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>What 2015 Holds</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Kenwood Rec Center Gym </strong>\r\n<strong>2101 West Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis,MN </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Wednesday, January 21st, 6-8 PM</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"></h1>\r\nThis event is hosted by Hennepin County District 3 Commissioner Marion Greene and co-sponsored by the Cedar-Isles-Dean Neighborhood Association (CIDNA), the Cedar Lake Park Association (CLPA) and the Kenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA). In response to feedback from these neighborhood groups, the meeting will offer presentations by the County and Southwest Light Rail Project Office, rather than an open house, with ample time for questions and answers. It has also been requested that the staff identify future opportunities for meaningful community input into the planning process. Commissioner Greene and other presenters will begin at 6 pm and answer questions afterwards, starting sometime between 7 and 7:30. Questions may be submitted to Marion Green in advance or asked at the meeting. <a href=\"mailto:Marion.Greene@hennepin.us\" target=\"_blank\">Marion.Greene@hennepin.us</a>\r\n\r\nCommissioner Greene states: \"All are welcome; we anticipate this meeting being of greatest interest to people who live in the area of the West Lake, 21st Street, or Kenwood side of the Penn Avenue Stations, who want to know how the project will move forward in 2015, and ways to get involved.\"\r\n\r\n~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\r\n<h1><strong>How should the City of Minneapolis gauge its success?</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe City of Minneapolis has launched a project soliciting public input on how the City can know it is achieving its goals.  For example, what does \"Living Well\" (one of the five City goals) mean to those who live, work, and play in Minneapolis?  Does it mean connected neighborhoods?  Access to amenities? Safe streets?\r\n\r\nThrough the project, the City is looking for input from the community to help define what success looks like.  through community outreach and online engagement, the City wants to hear from folks on what Minneapolis looks like when the City achieves its goals.\r\n\r\nFolks are encouraged to share their thoughts using an online engagement tool (Success.MinneapolisMN.gov) now until Feb. 6 and encourage others in Minneapolis to also weigh in with their feedback.  Because the online engagement tool uses crowdsourcing technology, the information within the tool will update in real time to display the changing input and ideas of its users.  Log in often to submit new ideas and vote on new information!  It\'s quick and easy to participate, and you can spend as much or as little time within the tool as you want.\r\n\r\nThe City is using tailored engagement strategies to ensure it gets a variety of perspectives from a wide range of communities including cultural communities, GLBTQA, seniors, youth, and City employees.  The community will have opportunities to provide input through community listening sessions and paper surveys in addition to the online engagement tool.\r\n\r\nOnce the engagement period closes, City staff will develop measures for the most popular themes within each City goal.  Thank you for participating in this important project.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-76','','','2017-12-08 11:04:28','2017-12-08 17:04:28','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/12/08/46-revision-76/',0,'revision','',0),(1652,2,'2017-12-08 11:07:41','2017-12-08 17:07:41','<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest  Light Rail (SWLRT) Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC.\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe four comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-04_22_2015-Materials_THL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 04_22_2015 Materials_THL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials-FINAL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials FINAL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Hill &amp; Lake Press article re: SWLRT</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong> By Michael Wilson</p>\r\n<p align=\"center\">The above article can be found on the bottom part of page one of this link:</p>\r\n<a title=\"Viability of SWLRT, current alignment questioned\" href=\"http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf\">http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest LRT Update re Park Board:\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects.\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners voted on the following resolution:\r\n\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Community Update on SWLRT: </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>What 2015 Holds</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Kenwood Rec Center Gym </strong>\r\n<strong>2101 West Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis,MN </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Wednesday, January 21st, 6-8 PM</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"></h1>\r\nThis event is hosted by Hennepin County District 3 Commissioner Marion Greene and co-sponsored by the Cedar-Isles-Dean Neighborhood Association (CIDNA), the Cedar Lake Park Association (CLPA) and the Kenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA). In response to feedback from these neighborhood groups, the meeting will offer presentations by the County and Southwest Light Rail Project Office, rather than an open house, with ample time for questions and answers. It has also been requested that the staff identify future opportunities for meaningful community input into the planning process. Commissioner Greene and other presenters will begin at 6 pm and answer questions afterwards, starting sometime between 7 and 7:30. Questions may be submitted to Marion Green in advance or asked at the meeting. <a href=\"mailto:Marion.Greene@hennepin.us\" target=\"_blank\">Marion.Greene@hennepin.us</a>\r\n\r\nCommissioner Greene states: \"All are welcome; we anticipate this meeting being of greatest interest to people who live in the area of the West Lake, 21st Street, or Kenwood side of the Penn Avenue Stations, who want to know how the project will move forward in 2015, and ways to get involved.\"\r\n\r\n~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\r\n<h1><strong>How should the City of Minneapolis gauge its success?</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe City of Minneapolis has launched a project soliciting public input on how the City can know it is achieving its goals.  For example, what does \"Living Well\" (one of the five City goals) mean to those who live, work, and play in Minneapolis?  Does it mean connected neighborhoods?  Access to amenities? Safe streets?\r\n\r\nThrough the project, the City is looking for input from the community to help define what success looks like.  through community outreach and online engagement, the City wants to hear from folks on what Minneapolis looks like when the City achieves its goals.\r\n\r\nFolks are encouraged to share their thoughts using an online engagement tool (Success.MinneapolisMN.gov) now until Feb. 6 and encourage others in Minneapolis to also weigh in with their feedback.  Because the online engagement tool uses crowdsourcing technology, the information within the tool will update in real time to display the changing input and ideas of its users.  Log in often to submit new ideas and vote on new information!  It\'s quick and easy to participate, and you can spend as much or as little time within the tool as you want.\r\n\r\nThe City is using tailored engagement strategies to ensure it gets a variety of perspectives from a wide range of communities including cultural communities, GLBTQA, seniors, youth, and City employees.  The community will have opportunities to provide input through community listening sessions and paper surveys in addition to the online engagement tool.\r\n\r\nOnce the engagement period closes, City staff will develop measures for the most popular themes within each City goal.  Thank you for participating in this important project.\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on a response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. <strong>KIAA\'s draft response can be found on the LRT page of this website:</strong><a title=\"LRT\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/\">http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/</a> . Please provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net \">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a> or by attending KIAA\'s December 3rdmeeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). Please also consider submitting your own response to the DEIS by following the instructions on the Southwest Transitway web site, <a href=\"http://southwesttransit.org\">southwesttransit.org</a>.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-77','','','2017-12-08 11:07:41','2017-12-08 17:07:41','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/12/08/46-revision-77/',0,'revision','',0),(1653,2,'2017-12-08 11:07:42','2017-12-08 17:07:42','<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest  Light Rail (SWLRT) Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC.\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe four comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-04_22_2015-Materials_THL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 04_22_2015 Materials_THL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials-FINAL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials FINAL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Hill &amp; Lake Press article re: SWLRT</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong> By Michael Wilson</p>\r\n<p align=\"center\">The above article can be found on the bottom part of page one of this link:</p>\r\n<a title=\"Viability of SWLRT, current alignment questioned\" href=\"http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf\">http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest LRT Update re Park Board:\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects.\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners voted on the following resolution:\r\n\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Community Update on SWLRT: </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>What 2015 Holds</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Kenwood Rec Center Gym </strong>\r\n<strong>2101 West Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis,MN </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Wednesday, January 21st, 6-8 PM</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"></h1>\r\nThis event is hosted by Hennepin County District 3 Commissioner Marion Greene and co-sponsored by the Cedar-Isles-Dean Neighborhood Association (CIDNA), the Cedar Lake Park Association (CLPA) and the Kenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA). In response to feedback from these neighborhood groups, the meeting will offer presentations by the County and Southwest Light Rail Project Office, rather than an open house, with ample time for questions and answers. It has also been requested that the staff identify future opportunities for meaningful community input into the planning process. Commissioner Greene and other presenters will begin at 6 pm and answer questions afterwards, starting sometime between 7 and 7:30. Questions may be submitted to Marion Green in advance or asked at the meeting. <a href=\"mailto:Marion.Greene@hennepin.us\" target=\"_blank\">Marion.Greene@hennepin.us</a>\r\n\r\nCommissioner Greene states: \"All are welcome; we anticipate this meeting being of greatest interest to people who live in the area of the West Lake, 21st Street, or Kenwood side of the Penn Avenue Stations, who want to know how the project will move forward in 2015, and ways to get involved.\"\r\n\r\n~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\r\n<h1><strong>How should the City of Minneapolis gauge its success?</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe City of Minneapolis has launched a project soliciting public input on how the City can know it is achieving its goals.  For example, what does \"Living Well\" (one of the five City goals) mean to those who live, work, and play in Minneapolis?  Does it mean connected neighborhoods?  Access to amenities? Safe streets?\r\n\r\nThrough the project, the City is looking for input from the community to help define what success looks like.  through community outreach and online engagement, the City wants to hear from folks on what Minneapolis looks like when the City achieves its goals.\r\n\r\nFolks are encouraged to share their thoughts using an online engagement tool (Success.MinneapolisMN.gov) now until Feb. 6 and encourage others in Minneapolis to also weigh in with their feedback.  Because the online engagement tool uses crowdsourcing technology, the information within the tool will update in real time to display the changing input and ideas of its users.  Log in often to submit new ideas and vote on new information!  It\'s quick and easy to participate, and you can spend as much or as little time within the tool as you want.\r\n\r\nThe City is using tailored engagement strategies to ensure it gets a variety of perspectives from a wide range of communities including cultural communities, GLBTQA, seniors, youth, and City employees.  The community will have opportunities to provide input through community listening sessions and paper surveys in addition to the online engagement tool.\r\n\r\nOnce the engagement period closes, City staff will develop measures for the most popular themes within each City goal.  Thank you for participating in this important project.\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on a response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. <strong>KIAA\'s draft response can be found on the LRT page of this website:</strong><a title=\"LRT\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/\">http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/</a> . Please provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net \">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a> or by attending KIAA\'s December 3rdmeeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). Please also consider submitting your own response to the DEIS by following the instructions on the Southwest Transitway web site, <a href=\"http://southwesttransit.org\">southwesttransit.org</a>.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-78','','','2017-12-08 11:07:42','2017-12-08 17:07:42','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/12/08/46-revision-78/',0,'revision','',0),(1654,2,'2017-12-08 11:07:08','2017-12-08 17:07:08','<strong>SWLRT Community Advisory Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest  Light Rail (SWLRT) Community Advisory Committee, with new members, has begun meetings again. The Met Council describes its role as follows:  \"The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) serves as a voice for the community and advises the Corridor Management Committee during the planning and implementation phases of the light rail line.\" Jody Strakosch from Kenwood is on the CAC.\r\n\r\nCAC meeting schedules and minutes can be viewed on the Met Council website:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-15.docx\">http://www.metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/SWLRT-Committees/Community-Advisory-Committee.aspx</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement</strong>\r\n\r\nA Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS) regarding the  Southwest Light Rail Transit project is required because of changes to the project since the preparation of the DEIS. Changes include the decision to co-locate both freight rail and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor and the addition of a  tunnel under Cedar Lake Parkway for light rail. The Southwest Project Office has thus far released just one section of the DEIS, concerning noise and vibrations impacts (before any mitigation). It can be viewed here.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DraftSDEISSections-2.pdf\">DraftSDEISSections (2)</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail update and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter the Minneapolis City Council granted Municipal Consent for the $1.65 billion SWLRT project, the Met Council proceeded to the “30% engineering” stage. The current illustration of the 21<sup>st</sup> St. Station can be viewed here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx\">http://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Projects/Current-Projects/Southwest-LRT/Publications-And-Resources/Engineering/PE_RollPlots/SWLRT_PE_22_21stStreetStation.aspx</a>\r\n\r\nThe 2012 SWLRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) recommended against the current plan to locate both freight and light rail in the Kenilworth corridor, and did not cover the impact of the currently proposed shallow tunnel. The Supplemental Draft EIS addressing these and other issues is expected in 2015.\r\n\r\nSection 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides for a review process to encourage (but does not mandate) preservation when a federally-funded project like SWLRT affects historic properties such as Kenwood Parkway and the Kenilworth channel between Lake of the Isles and Cedar Lake, which is part of the Chain of Lakes.  KIAA approved an expenditure of up to $5,000 for a contract with Preservation Design Works to assist KIAA with its role as a Consulting Party in the section 106 review process. KIAA will use Neighborhood Priority Plan (NPP) funds from the City under the Community Participation Program to pay for this cost. Based on the neighborhood survey in 2013, one of KIAA’s NPP priorities is “hiring a professional to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nThe four comment letters submitted by KIAA to date under the section 106 review process can be found here:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-04_22_2015-Materials_THL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 04_22_2015 Materials_THL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/KIAA-SWLRT-106-Letter-on-02_24_2015-Materials-FINAL.docx\">KIAA SWLRT 106 Letter on 02_24_2015 Materials FINAL</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/SWLRT-106-Letter-2-16-15-FINAL-3.2.20-151.docx\">SWLRT 106 Letter 2 16 15 FINAL 3.2.20 15</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-Response-to-11_12_2014-106-Materials-Final-2.pdf\">KIAA Response to 11_12_2014 106 Materials Final (2)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA-106-Response-to-10_17_20142.docx\">KIAA 106 Response to 10_17_2014</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Hill &amp; Lake Press article re: SWLRT</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>Viability of Southwest LRT, current Kenilworth alignment questioned as challenges accumulate</strong> By Michael Wilson</p>\r\n<p align=\"center\">The above article can be found on the bottom part of page one of this link:</p>\r\n<a title=\"Viability of SWLRT, current alignment questioned\" href=\"http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf\">http://hillandlakepress.com/PDF/15Jan.pdf</a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<strong>Southwest LRT Update re Park Board:\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board Commissioners will be asked to support a light rail transit bridge over the Kenilworth channel, (i.e., discontinuing their research efforts into tunnel alternatives), and to facilitate future LRT projects.\r\n\r\nThe Commissioners voted on the following resolution:\r\n\r\n<strong>Resolution 2015-139</strong>\r\nResolution Determining that the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Will Not Pursue Tunnel Crossing Options for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project; Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Council that 1) Establishes a Process that Recognizes Parks and Park Resources in the Transit Project Development Process, 2) Outlines a Process for Collaboration Between the Southwest Project Office and MPRB on Design of Bridge Crossings at the Kenilworth Channel, and 3) Results in an Agreement Between the Metropolitan Council and the MPRB to Facilitate Approval and Construction of the SWLRT Project; and Authorizing the Superintendent to Initiate Agreements with Metropolitan Council to Reimburse the MPRB for Costs Related to Its Work on the SWLRT Project and the Blue Line Light Rail Transit Extension (Bottineau) Project.\r\n\r\n<strong>Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to share your opinion during </strong>\r\n<strong>Open Time* or by contacting the Commissioners** prior to the meeting.</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011Psa0_FCIu93aRBYmMRfU13Oe3tX35yViP0KtWF6sfJRFymywGXmuI2ZoCcfJBcfDUcUdcCtKvVdK7S-FKVewRkZn65P2Fpcu2MfTuGJwwMMw9v4oYvgFDIzUKiMdm88TEl_12fv_9W5DepVIrRc1ijPTf17nJF691C94xGpzjne6aPA6wiWM94l6bedmEmwq49KgNVQEvCGGveSDq1PCJ7J-92E0bbWdZKlU5TBLcP_7hokUJe-PEhwwE1gqNtAhB25Ee9a-KAv-nNzYrdkxBlGVUhaASqLA5HMaptZew0lXHm5OPwJUQFCFijyKSAcr-i7hhQ8gMfoHc8IfhimuQeFaqRWTZAzxVT9KchXCQU=&amp;c=b1TW1VzCyas4nY8nVi1OmA9TXrbpARqkW38epgEpUP_X9qDYyM04Vw==&amp;ch=AlI-rjVJzLu5Zt68n2fm09P59Tovg3FAW6t95P0XKI2UszfgtYHnrA==\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to read</a> more about the agreement between MPRB and Metropolitan Council and the Memorandum of Understanding.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*************************</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Kenwood Isles Area Association </span></span></strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Position Statement on Freight Relocation for SWLRT</span></span></strong><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\">Adopted July 1, 2013</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\">Nearly 1.5 miles of the proposed SWLRT runs through the Kenwood Isles Area Association neighborhood.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">We vehemently oppose the idea of maintaining freight rail along with light rail at grade in the Kenilworth Corridor, known as “co-location.”</strong><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor has been promised for years.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>While the corridor was long used for transporting goods, freight use of Kenilworth was halted in 1993 when the Midtown Greenway was established.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>When freight was later re-introduced into the Kenilworth Corridor, Hennepin County assured residents this use of the corridor was temporary.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Meanwhile, over 20 years of citizen efforts to build and maintain Cedar Lake Park and the Kenilworth Trail have resulted in a more beautiful and complete Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Traffic on federally funded commuter and recreational bicycle trails in the Kenilworth Corridor grew to over 620,000 visits in 2012.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">When the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority began looking at using the Kenilworth Corridor for LRT, several key studies and decisions reiterated the expectation that, if Kenilworth is to be used for transit, then the freight line must be relocated. (See notes below.)<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Trails were to be preserved.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Freight rail was to be considered a separate project with a separate funding stream, according to Hennepin County.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This position was stated publicly on many occasions, including Community Advisory Committee meetings and Policy Advisory Committee meetings.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Minneapolis residents have positively contributed to the SWLRT process based on the information that freight and light rail would not co-exist in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Although many of us think that Kenilworth is not the best route, most have participated in the spirit of cooperation and compromise to make the SWLRT the best it can be.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Despite numerous engineering studies on rerouting the freight rail, it was not until December 2012 that the current freight operator in the Kenilworth Corridor, TC&amp;W, decided to weigh in publicly on the location of its freight rail route.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>TC&amp;W rejected the proposed reroute.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Met Council has responded by advancing new proposals for both rerouting the freight and keeping it in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>For either option, these proposals range from the hugely impactful to the very expensive – or both.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Six of the eight proposals call for “co-location” despite the temporary status of freight in Kenilworth.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth proposals include the destruction of homes, trails, parkland, and green space.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>Most of the proposals would significantly add to the noise, safety issues, visual impacts, traffic backups, and other environmental impacts identified in the DEIS.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This is not a NIMBY issue.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Trail provides safe, healthy recreational and commuter options for the city and region.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">   </span>It is functionally part of our park system.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>The Kenilworth Corridor is priceless green space that cannot be replaced.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Geneva;\">For over a decade public agencies have stated that freight rail must be relocated to make way for LRT through the Kenilworth Corridor.  If this position is reversed midway through the design process for SWLRT, the residents of Kenwood Isles would find this a significant breach of the public trust.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Simply stated, none of the co-location proposals are in keeping with the project goals of preserving the environment, protecting the quality of life, and creating a safe transit mode compatible with existing trails.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">This has been a deeply flawed process, and we <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">reject any recommendation for at-grade co-location in the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>If freight doesn’t work in St. Louis Park, perhaps it’s time to rethink the Locally Preferred Alternative.</strong></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Notes</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">1) The 29<sup>th</sup> Street and Southwest Corridor Vintage Trolley Study (2000) noted that, <span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">\"To implement transit service in the Southwest Corridor, either a rail swap with Canadian Pacific Rail or a southern interconnect must occur.\"</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">2) The FTA-compliant Alternatives Analysis (2005-2007) defines the Kenilworth section of route 3A for the proposed Southwest Light Rail in this way:<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Just north of West Lake Street the route enters <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">an exclusive (LRT) guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor to Penn Avenue</strong>” (page 25)</span>.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>This study goes on to say that “<span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">to construct and operate an exclusive transit-only guideway in the HCRRA’s Kenilworth Corridor the <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">existing freight rail service must be relocated</strong>” (page 26).</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">3) The “Locally Preferred Alternative” (LPA) recommended by HCRRA (10/29/2009) to participating municipalities and the Metropolitan Council included a recommendation that freight rail relocation be considered as a separate “parallel process.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">4) In adopting HCRRA’s recommended Locally Preferred Alternative based on treating relocation of the freight rail as a separate process, the City of Minneapolis’ Resolution (January, 2010) stated:</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">“Be It Further Resolved that the current environmental quality, natural conditions, wildlife, urban</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">forest, and the walking and biking paths be preserved and protected during construction and operation</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of the proposed Southwest LRT line.</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 28.0pt 56.0pt 84.0pt 112.0pt 140.0pt 168.0pt 196.0pt 224.0pt 3.5in 280.0pt 308.0pt 336.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; text-autospace: none;\"><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Be It Further Resolved that any negative impacts to the parks and park-like surrounding areas</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">resulting from the Southwest LRT line are minimized and that access to Cedar Lake Park, Cedar Lake</span><span style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">Regional Trail, Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway is retained.”</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">5) The Draft Environmental Impact Statement supports the Locally Preferred Alternative, which includes relocation of freight out of the Kenilworth Corridor.<span style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\">  </span>(December, 2012)</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">6) The <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">southwesttransitway.org</strong> has stated since its inception that:</p>\r\n<span style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: \'Times New Roman\',\'serif\'; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Verdana; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\">Hennepin County and its partners are committed to ensuring that a connected system of trails is retained throughout the southwest metro area.  Currently, there are four trails that may be affected by a Southwest LRT line. They are the Southwest LRT trail, the Kenilworth trail, the Cedar Lake Park trail, and the Midtown Greenway. These trails are all located on property owned by the HCRRA. The existing walking and biking trails will be maintained; <strong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\">there is plenty of space for light rail and the existing trails</strong>. Currently, rails and trails safely coexist in more than 60 areas of the United State</span>s.\r\n\r\n------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\n\r\nThe Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Southwest Light Rail project documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. The final KIAA response to the DEIS was formulated with input from Kenwood residents. The document can be read by clicking on this link:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-KIAA-final.docx\">DEIS KIAA final</a>\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on its response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is now available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. KIAA\'s draft response can be found in the links below. Please consider submitting your own response on the DEIS by following the instructions on the website mentioned above, and also provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby, <strong>KIAA</strong> LRT Committee Chair, at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>, or by attending KIAA\'s December 3<sup>rd</sup> meeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). KIAA\'s draft response to the DEIS:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/deis-introduction-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-516\">DEIS Introduction</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch2-Alternatives.docx\">DEIS Ch2 Alternatives</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">D</a><a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Social-Effects1.docx\">EIS Social Effects</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch4-Environment.docx\">DEIS Ch4 Environment</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch5-Economic.docx\">DEIS Ch5 Economic</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/DEIS-Ch6-Transportation.docx\">DEIS Ch6 Transportation</a>\r\n\r\n(scroll to the bottom of the page for other <strong><span style=\"color: #c4242a;\">KIAA</span></strong> / <strong>LRT</strong> - related documents)\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Transitway DEIS Now Available</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is now available for your review and comment at <a href=\"http://e2.ma/click/x2knd/9fbab/x6fa3\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this proposed project.\r\n\r\nFor the most up-to-date information regarding the Southwest LRT project, visit  <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org\" target=\"_blank\">www.southwesttransitway.org</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Southwest LRT Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Public Hearings Set  </strong><strong>November 13th, 14th and 29th</strong></h4>\r\nThe important information below, dated September 25th, 2012, appears on Hennepin County\'s <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransitway.org </a>web site.\r\n\r\nThe Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority has scheduled three public hearings in November to formally gather public comments on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Friday, Oct. 12; the comment period will be 60 days, extended from the minimum requirement of 45 days due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.\r\n\r\nThe Southwest LRT DEIS will be available online as a searchable document on the <a title=\"southwesttransitway.org\" href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\">southwesttransit.org</a> website. Hard copies will be available at the Hennepin County 701 Building; Hennepin County Library locations; the city halls along the proposed route and the Southwest LRT Project Office. For immediate notification of DEIS publication, please <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/contact-us.html\" target=\"_blank\">sign up</a> for the project email list.\r\n\r\nPublic comment on the impact statement will inform preliminary engineering on the project, which is scheduled to begin in early 2013.\r\n\r\nThe public hearings will each be preceded by an open house, where people can learn more about the Southwest LRT project and the DEIS.\r\n\r\n·           4:30 p.m. (4 p.m. Open House) Tuesday, Nov. 13, Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+South+6th+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.947867,-93.342848&amp;sspn=0.00631,0.013937&amp;oq=300+south&amp;hnear=300+S+6th+St,+Minneapolis,+Minnesota+55402&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Wednesday, Nov. 14, St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5005+Minnetonka+Boulevard,+St.+Louis+Park,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.856266,-93.461953&amp;sspn=0.00632,0.013937&amp;oq=5005+Min&amp;hnear=5005+Minnetonka+Blvd,+St+Louis+Park,+Minnesota+55416&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\n·           6 p.m. (5 p.m. Open House) Thursday, Nov. 29, Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie <a href=\"http://maps.google.com/maps?q=8080+Mitchell+Road,+Eden+Prairie,+MN&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=44.970697,-93.261478&amp;sspn=0.403682,0.891953&amp;oq=8080+Mitchell&amp;hnear=8080+Mitchell+Rd,+Eden+Prairie,+Minnesota+55344&amp;t=m&amp;z=17\" target=\"_blank\">map</a>\r\n\r\nIn addition to formal testimony at one of the three public hearings, comments can be submitted:\r\n\r\n· By email: Written comments can be submitted to <a href=\"mailto:swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us\" target=\"_blank\">swcorridor@co.hennepin.mn.us</a>.\r\n\r\n· By U.S. Mail: 701 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55415\r\n\r\nAll comments received on the impact statement will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Council, which will be responsible for responding to the comments during the Final Environmental Impact Statement phase of project development.\r\n\r\n<strong>Southwest Light Rail Transit Update – March 2011</strong>\r\n\r\nPlanning for the proposed Southwest LRT between Eden Prairie and downtown\r\nMinneapolis continues. Because a station stop is planned at 21st Street, a number of <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members participated in station area planning beginning last summer and concluding on February 28th. The final product can be found at<a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html\" target=\"_blank\"> www.southwesttransitway.org/station-area-planning.html</a>.\r\n\r\nTwo <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> Board members, Eric Sjoding and Jeanette Colby, are part of the\r\nMinneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Advisory Committee (CAC). <a href=\"http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=1247</a>\r\n\r\nIn preparation for a response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), the CAC is charged with developing recommendations related to the proposed corridor and LRT’s potential impacts on parkland. The County initially believed that the DEIS would be made public in November, but it is now not likely to be released before the end of April. Finally, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> has been following the heated discussion in St. Louis Park of the expected relocation of freight trains. These trains currently run about four times per day through the Kenilworth corridor, and their relocation is a requirement for building the SWLRT. Hennepin County has assured constituents that “the existing walking and biking trails will be maintained” and that they can safely co-exist with light rail. With advocacy, high standards, creativity, and use of available tools and partnerships, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> hopes that the proposed SWLRT can be a national example of excellence in transit design.\r\n\r\nJeanette Colby, <span style=\"color: #c4242a;\"><strong>KIAA</strong></span> LRT Committee Chair\r\n<div style=\"width: 500px; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid #C4242A; font-size: 0;\">-</div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n(click on a topic below to view a PDF related to that topic)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Station_Response_2011.pdf\">KIAA_Station_Response_2011 (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals.pdf\">Joint_Neighborhood_LRT_Design_Goals (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution.pdf\">City_of_Mpls_LRT_Locally_Preferred_Alternative_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution.pdf\">KIAA_LRT_2008_Resolution (PDF)</a>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Community Update on SWLRT: </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>What 2015 Holds</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Kenwood Rec Center Gym </strong>\r\n<strong>2101 West Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis,MN </strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"><strong>Wednesday, January 21st, 6-8 PM</strong></h1>\r\n<h1 align=\"center\"></h1>\r\nThis event is hosted by Hennepin County District 3 Commissioner Marion Greene and co-sponsored by the Cedar-Isles-Dean Neighborhood Association (CIDNA), the Cedar Lake Park Association (CLPA) and the Kenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA). In response to feedback from these neighborhood groups, the meeting will offer presentations by the County and Southwest Light Rail Project Office, rather than an open house, with ample time for questions and answers. It has also been requested that the staff identify future opportunities for meaningful community input into the planning process. Commissioner Greene and other presenters will begin at 6 pm and answer questions afterwards, starting sometime between 7 and 7:30. Questions may be submitted to Marion Green in advance or asked at the meeting. <a href=\"mailto:Marion.Greene@hennepin.us\" target=\"_blank\">Marion.Greene@hennepin.us</a>\r\n\r\nCommissioner Greene states: \"All are welcome; we anticipate this meeting being of greatest interest to people who live in the area of the West Lake, 21st Street, or Kenwood side of the Penn Avenue Stations, who want to know how the project will move forward in 2015, and ways to get involved.\"\r\n\r\n~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\r\n<h1><strong>How should the City of Minneapolis gauge its success?</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe City of Minneapolis has launched a project soliciting public input on how the City can know it is achieving its goals.  For example, what does \"Living Well\" (one of the five City goals) mean to those who live, work, and play in Minneapolis?  Does it mean connected neighborhoods?  Access to amenities? Safe streets?\r\n\r\nThrough the project, the City is looking for input from the community to help define what success looks like.  through community outreach and online engagement, the City wants to hear from folks on what Minneapolis looks like when the City achieves its goals.\r\n\r\nFolks are encouraged to share their thoughts using an online engagement tool (Success.MinneapolisMN.gov) now until Feb. 6 and encourage others in Minneapolis to also weigh in with their feedback.  Because the online engagement tool uses crowdsourcing technology, the information within the tool will update in real time to display the changing input and ideas of its users.  Log in often to submit new ideas and vote on new information!  It\'s quick and easy to participate, and you can spend as much or as little time within the tool as you want.\r\n\r\nThe City is using tailored engagement strategies to ensure it gets a variety of perspectives from a wide range of communities including cultural communities, GLBTQA, seniors, youth, and City employees.  The community will have opportunities to provide input through community listening sessions and paper surveys in addition to the online engagement tool.\r\n\r\nOnce the engagement period closes, City staff will develop measures for the most popular themes within each City goal.  Thank you for participating in this important project.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nINPUT NEEDED on KIAA\'s Response to the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for Light Rail Line\r\n\r\nKIAA is working on a response to the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The DEIS is available for review and comment at <a href=\"http://www.southwesttransitway.org/\" target=\"_blank\">southwesttransitway.org</a>.  <strong></strong>The DEIS documents the potential social and environmental impacts of this light rail project, the proposed route for which will pass through Kenwood along the Kenilworth Trail. <strong> </strong>Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, <strong>December 11</strong>. <strong>KIAA\'s draft response can be found on the LRT page of this website:</strong><a title=\"LRT\" href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/\">http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/lrt/</a> . Please provide input on KIAA\'s response by emailing Jeanette Colby at <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net \">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a> or by attending KIAA\'s December 3rdmeeting (7 pm at the Kenwood Rec Center). Please also consider submitting your own response to the DEIS by following the instructions on the Southwest Transitway web site, <a href=\"http://southwesttransit.org\">southwesttransit.org</a>.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;','LRT','','inherit','closed','closed','','46-revision-79','','','2017-12-08 11:07:08','2017-12-08 17:07:08','',46,'http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/2017/12/08/46-revision-79/',0,'revision','',0);
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (1605,1,'2017-10-02 12:41:55','2017-10-02 17:41:55','&nbsp;\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n(click on a topic below to view)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#what\">What is KIAA?</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#message\">Message from KIAA Chair</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#listing\">Listing of Board Members</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#join\">Join a Committee</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#support\">Support Our Neighborhood</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#minutes\">KIAA Board Meeting Minutes</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAA_Bylaws_2011.pdf\">KIAA bylaws (click for PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-EEO-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA EEO Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/KIAA-ADA-Policy_approved-120312.pdf\">KIAA ADA Policy_approved 120312</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/KIAA-Grievance-Procedure1.docx\">KIAA Grievance Procedure</a>\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"what\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>What is KIAA ?</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Isles Area Association</strong> <strong></strong>is a volunteer organization of Kenwood residents who, since 1962, have worked together in a collaborative effort to address issues and matters related to maintaining and improving the quality of life in our neighborhood. The neighborhood-elected Board of Directors generally meets the 1st Monday of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the Kenwood Recreation Center, 2101 W. Franklin Ave. These meetings are open to the public. The topics of discussion include:\r\n\r\nA City Council update from Lisa Goodman, our City Council representative\r\n\r\nA Treasurer’s report\r\n\r\nCommittee updates\r\n\r\nOther neighborhood updates/news\r\n\r\nWe invite you to attend our meetings and to become involved in the neighborhood by joining the Board or serving on one of our committees: Communications, Crime and Safety, Events/Special Projects, Light Rail Transit (LRT), Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP), and Zoning.\r\n\r\nWe also invite you to participate in our neighborhood events which include:\r\n\r\nThe City of Lakes Loppet and neighborhood skating party in late January/early February\r\n\r\nOur annual neighborhood meeting in May\r\n\r\nSpecial events in Kenwood Park during the summer\r\n\r\nThe Twin Cities Marathon in early October.\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA Mission Statement</strong> – To build a strong community in the Kenwood-Isles area by providing leadership, information on local matters, and a forum for issues resolution.\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Mascot</strong>, Egret (Why the Egret you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<strong>Kenwood Color</strong>, Red (Why red you ask? Unknown.)\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\"><img title=\"egret-red\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/egret-red.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"448\" height=\"261\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Message from KIAA Chair</strong> –\r\n\r\nThe KIAA Board continues to work on issues affecting Kenwood residents. These issues include:\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li><strong>Light Rail</strong>. The planned construction of light rail in the neighborhood brings both great opportunity and challenge. Connecting to a growing system will allow residents access to the western suburbs, both downtowns, the northern suburbs, and the airport. We face two challenges with the arrival of light rail: we need to ensure that it moves safely through the neighborhood; we need to work to make sure that is has the least impact on the neighborhood and the environment. To that end, we have neighbors on the various committees that are making decisions on design, station areas, and the mitigation of the overall effect the project will have on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Freight Rail Re-Route</strong>. The approved plan for the light rail construction requires the reroute of the freight line out of the Kenilworth Corridor (because of space constraints). Currently, there is discussion to redesign the project in order to allow both light rail and freight rail to run in the corridor. KIAA Board members are involved in meetings that discuss the issue and are trying to make sure resident concerns are heard.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>Parade Road</strong>. Though it is not in Kenwood, the reconstruction of the road in front of Parade Ice Garden affects many residents. We have followed the discussions and have heard presentations from Anita Tabb, our Park Board Representative.</li>\r\n	<li><strong>The Budget</strong>. As we faced last year, budget issues are affecting Kenwood Recreation Center. We are working closely with the management of the center to offer whatever help we can.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\nWe invite your input and involvement in any of these issues. We also are glad to hear from you about any other issue you think is affecting the quality of life in our neighborhood. Join us for our monthly board meeting. Volunteer to be part of the board or work on specific board committees (e.g., LRT, zoning, communications, crime and safety). Visit our new website (<strong><a href=\"../../\">http://kenwoodminneapolis.org</a></strong>) and stay informed on neighborhood events and news.\r\n\r\nThanks and have a great spring!\r\n\r\nKIAA Board Chair\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"listing\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Shawn Smith (Chair)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Larry Moran (Vice Chair) </strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Jack Levi (Secretary)</strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:jack@levicapital.com\">jack@levicapital.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Matthew Spies (Treasurer)</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>matthew.spies@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Michael Bono</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:mbono@brocade.com\">mbono@brocade.com</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><strong>Mark Brown</strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:pluim2020@aol.com\">M</a>ark@AcceleratedInnovations.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong><a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><a href=\"mailto:angie_sandeep@yahoo.com\">angie_sandeep@yahoo.c</a>om\r\n\r\n<strong>Carl Goldstein</strong>\r\n\r\ncarl@wordsonfire.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Kyle Leier</strong>\r\n\r\nKyleier@gmail.com\r\n\r\n<strong>Jeremy Nichols</strong>\r\n\r\njsn@umn.edu\r\n\r\n<strong>Will Stensrud</strong>\r\n\r\nwillstensrud@gmail.com\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div><strong>Join a Committee</strong> – The <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> would love to have more neighborhood participation on our standing committees. We need your ideas on how to make the <strong><strong>KIAA</strong></strong> even better and more relevant to everyone in the neighborhood. Any one who lives or owns property in the Kenwood neighborhood is eligible to join. If you are interested in participating, please contact any of the committee members listed:</div>\r\n<table width=\"810\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Communications </strong>(Chair is vacant) –This committee works toward better communication among neighbors, KIAA Board members, and other organizations and entities. It also works to promote the Kenwood neighborhood.Responsibilities include:</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Publishing the semi-annual KIAA newsletter and monthly e-newsletter</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the KIAA web site</li>\r\n	<li>Creating/maintaining the neighborhood welcome kit</li>\r\n	<li>Developing communication materials and methods</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining the neighborhood e-mail distribution list</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Crime and Safety</strong> Chair is Mark Johnson – <a href=\"mailto:mjruns26@gmail.com\">mjruns26@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee works to promote safety in the Kenwood neighborhood.Goals include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Keeping the community safe</li>\r\n	<li>Educating residents about safety issues</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating information about crimes in the area in a timely and accurate manner</li>\r\n	<li>Recruiting block leaders</li>\r\n	<li>Maintaining a relationship with the Minneapolis Police Dept. and Crime Prevention Specialist</li>\r\n	<li>For more information or to subscribe to the quarterly e-newsletter for our precinct (the 5th) visit: <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp\" target=\"_blank\">www.minneapolismn.gov/police/about/5th-precinct.asp</a>or text SPOTLIGHT to 22828.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Events/Special Projects</strong> Chair is Amy Lucas – <a href=\"mailto:amylucas@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\">amymlucas@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee plans neighborhood events and works with the Kenwood Recreation Center staff and other neighborhood associations to co-sponsor events. It also addresses issues of current interest to neighborhood residents and ensures KIAA representation on community task forces.Some of the annual events coordinated by this committee are:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Skating party</li>\r\n	<li>Earth day/community cleanup day</li>\r\n	<li>Neighborhood Annual Meeting</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>LRT</strong> Chair is Jeanette Colby – <a href=\"mailto:jmcolby@earthlink.net\" target=\"_blank\">jmcolby@earthlink.net</a>\r\n\r\nHennepin County and the Met Council are planning a light rail line (SWLRT) between Eden Prairie and downtown Minneapolis that would run along the Kenilworth Trail through the Kenwood neighborhood. KIAA has taken an active role in advocating for high design standards and mitigation that protect our parks and neighborhood.Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Attending community meetings</li>\r\n	<li>Drafting resolutions</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with the KIAA Board and neighbors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong></strong><strong>NRP </strong>Chair position is vacant\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as liaison with the Minneapolis Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) and with the new Minneapolis Neighborhood &amp; Community Relations (NCR) Department.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Management of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Solicitation of neighborhood projects to be recipients of our NRP funds</li>\r\n	<li>Completion of required paperwork</li>\r\n	<li>Development and implementation of our NRP Phase II plan</li>\r\n	<li>Communication with NRP staff and neighborhood activists citywide regarding NRP matters</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and written materials required by new Minneapolis NCR Department</li>\r\n	<li>Frequent updates regarding NRP and Minneapolis NCR/NCEC matters at KIAA Board meetings</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Zoning</strong> Chair is Larry Moran – <a href=\"mailto:larrymoran1955@gmail.com\">larrymoran1955@gmail.com</a>\r\n\r\nThis committee acts as the liaison between neighborhood homeowners seeking variances or conditional use permits and the KIAA Board.  Responsibilities include:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Responding to neighbor’s questions regarding neighborhood zoning rules</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating the variance or conditional use permit process to neighbors</li>\r\n	<li>Meeting with neighbors to review any variance or conditional use permit requests</li>\r\n	<li>Communicating with Minneapolis zoning and planning officials</li>\r\n	<li>Presenting requests for variances or conditional use permits to the KIAA Board</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div>-</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"support\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Support Our Neighborhood – </strong>Your membership helps<strong> KIAA</strong> support neighborhood projects and events. Click on the link below to download a PDF of the membership form, then print out the form:\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/?attachment_id=113\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-113\">KIAA_Membership form (PDF)</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform.gif\"><img title=\"KIAA Membership Form\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/KIAAform-150x150.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\r\n<div>-<strong>July 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met on 7/10/17 at the Kenwood Recreation Center<ins cite=\"mailto:Lucas%20Lucas\" datetime=\"2012-07-16T18:56\"></ins></p>\r\nChair Shawn Smith called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Secretary Jack Levi, Jeanette Colby, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensrud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Absent:  Mark Brown.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sept 27 is Lunch with Lisa. One of the topics will be the  “50% design regarding Peavey Plaza”</li>\r\n	<li>The Penn/Oliver reconstruction project continues; the Penn Ave S setback has been approved. You can go to the Penn Oliver website for more information. Hard finish will be before 8/25/17, before school starts</li>\r\n	<li>The home on 2431 W22nd St is a potential teardown: No news yet regarding this property</li>\r\n	<li>Aug 1, 2017 is National Night Out: Permit application is by July 18<sup>th</sup> to avoid $100 fee.</li>\r\n	<li>Kmart on Lake St: The City is thinking about alternative locations for KMart. The City owns the land and building and the lease expires in 2050. Kmart’s demands are currently not acceptable to the City, so there is a deadlock for now on negotiations.</li>\r\n	<li>Regarding the 35W reconstruction: Starting in August, Interstate 35W will be under construction between I-94 in downtown Minneapolis and 46th Street. Bridges across 35W will be repaired or reconstructed.</li>\r\n	<li>The Pirate Mermaid event is on July 15 1-3pm. Need help with pirate booty and lemonade; Jeanette has offered to help.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a photo area for families to take pictures</li>\r\n	<li>Has KIAA done a neighborhood walking tour? Amanda thinks it would be a good idea. She will propose something.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake event – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The family event that took place in June resulted in commotion at the beach. The police presence diminished after that.  Then, another day following this commotion, there was a fight at the beach, followed by confrontation between the beachgoers and the police.  Following these events, KIAA met with the police; Matt sent a memo to the KIAA Board regarding this meeting with the police 2 weeks ago.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding encampments at Hidden Beach (as well as around South Minneapolis).</li>\r\n	<li>Ron wants to go over photos for ideas regarding paths for walking around the Hidden Beach area, as well as other parts of Cedar Lake. KIAA would like to hear his ideas and then form a committee to steer ideas into reality.</li>\r\n	<li>South Cedar Beach will be re-designed as a result of a private donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<strong>612 Sauna Society</strong> – <strong>John Peterson</strong>\r\n\r\nThis organization makes saunas available by bringing the sauna to the public. It is a mobile sauna 20X8 ft. John was referred to the park board to obtain a permit.\r\n\r\nThe company is now a coop and they are trying to expand. They currently have 141 members.\r\n\r\nJohn would like to do an event in August 2017 at Hidden Beach.\r\n\r\nJeanette raised the issue that beach goers should be invited to make reservations, not just Kenwood residents. In general, the KIAA board that this would support the KIAA objective for positive programming at the beach.\r\n\r\nThe Motion for sauna operation at Hidden Beach by Will was approved by all.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\nMatt gave a KIAA financial report covering current account balances and monthly financial activity.\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>2017 Neighborhood Priority Plan– Mike Bono</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe following was approved by the KIAA Board today:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKenwood Isles Area Association (KIAA) is participating in the Community Participation Program (CPP) for Minneapolis neighborhood organizations. CPP is a city program designed to give residents and property owners the power to improve or maintain their own neighborhoods and direct city resources to fit their needs.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe goal of Neighborhood Priority Plans is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners. Neighborhood Priority Plans must be developed and adopted through a thorough neighborhood participation process. The plan identifies preliminary neighborhood priorities (as identified by the neighborhood) and potential partners.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on the result of the neighborhood survey, KIAA proposes to use its Community Participation Program funds allocated to the Neighborhood Priority Plan as listed below:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n1) Support community outreach and consulting services related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n2) Provide funding for landscaping around Lake of the Isles and for spreading awareness about preserving Cedar Lake Park.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n3) Provide funding for increased crime prevention and safety activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n4) Support the Kenwood Recreation Center, Kenwood School, and local businesses with funding for programming activities.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n5) Continue to fund a resource to assist KIAA with its communication efforts.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSpecifically, the proposed Neighborhood Priority Plan would include but no be limited to:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Supporting cooperative efforts with surrounding neighborhoods and organizations to minimize negative impacts on the Kenilworth trail as a result of the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Provide funding to identify ideas for mitigation near the proposed 21st Street Station, including visual, noise, and safety issues related to the proposed Southwest Light Rail Transit, or otherwise addressing issues related to the impact of the SWLRT on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Continuing annual support of additional police patrols at East Cedar Lake Beach and other crime prevention activities such as increased police patrols in the alleys.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Contracting for part-time help to continue the monthly e-newsletter, and other communication efforts including developments regarding LRT.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Providing funding for educational programming and social activities with Kenwood School</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChair Shawn Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on September 11, 2017, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a>June Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met June 5<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at the Kenwood Recreation Center</strong></p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nDirectors - Elect present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<h1>Highlights from the KIAA Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Annual Gathering was held on Monday May 8<sup>th</sup> (rain date)</li>\r\n	<li>Total attendees were approximately 100.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2017-2018 board was elected, including 3 new board members (Kyle Leier, Jeremy Nichols, Carl Goldstein).  Josine Peters stepped down, and we thank her for her service.</li>\r\n	<li>Speakers included Louise Erdrich regarding the renovation of the former Stephen Dean’s Tailors space, and Deb Pilger from MPRB regarding goats at Hidden Beach.  MetroBlooms and Hennepin County Recycling set up information tables.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction utility and roadwork is beginning.  The work will be completed by early fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Lunch with Lisa Field Trip will happen June 21<sup>st</sup> at 11:45AM.  You can choose from an Arts Tour of the Sculpture Garden, or a Hard Hat Tour of The Target Center Renovation.  Please contact Lisa’s office, as space is limited.  The next Lunch with Lisa is in September and will cover the Peavey Plaza renovation.</li>\r\n	<li>The City will not be able to ban plastic bags from grocery stores as originally planned (due to state legislative pre-emption).  The City is exploring other options and strategies to reduce the use of plastic bags.</li>\r\n	<li>Household hazardous waste events are occurring in June, July, and August.  The city will recover or recycle paint, solvents, etc. for free.  The next two are June 23-24 at the Public Works Facility (3607 E 44<sup>th</sup> St), and July 28-29 at Jenny Lind Elementary (5025 Bryant Ave N)</li>\r\n	<li>There was an open discussion on plastic bags, organic composting, downtown crime</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Election of Officers - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board elected officers for the 2017-2018 season, and welcomed three new directors.  The new KIAA board was unanimously approved by vote; Chair:  Shawn Smith.  Vice-Chair:  Larry Moran.  Treasurer:  Matt Spies.  Secretary:  Jack Levi.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nConflict of Interest Policy - All\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA Board approved the KIAA Conflict of Interest Policy by email voting on April 26<sup>th</sup>, 2017.</li>\r\n	<li>Each board member signed the policy which is designed to 1) protect public trust in the integrity of the KIAA-decision making process and 2) to establish the procedures applicable to the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest in the context of transactions or arrangements entered into by KIAA where a member may have a financial interest in or fiduciary responsibility towards an entity with which KIAA is negotiating a transaction or arrangement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that donations in 2017 were down more than 50% vs. 2016.  This needs to be a focus for the upcoming fiscal year.  Jeanette made a motion to approve reimbursements as noted on financial detail.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Oriole Feeding Installations/Prairie Restoration Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie requested reimbursement for $192 to support the installation of the Oriole Feeding Station, to plant new plants in the prairie restoration area and food for the orioles.  The plants are consistent with the strategy as they are part of the natural environment for the prairie and orioles.  The funding was already approved at the April meeting and is under budget so was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Programming– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown and Will Stensruud planned the June 10<sup>th</sup> Family Beach Opener.  Artrageous is hosting activities for kids.  Jeanette moved to approve $300 for food and refreshments and not more than $500.  Approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Summer Solstice Celebration on Wednesday, June 21<sup>st</sup>.  Artrageous is hosting the solstice party and it will be shared via social media.</li>\r\n	<li>Yoga is free to the public (hosted by KIAA) is held every Thursday at 7PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Open water swims start Monday June 19<sup>th</sup>.  Participants must sign up with the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Jim Gilroy Bench Dedication – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA last year lost a beloved board member, Jim Gilroy.  Thanks to the generosity of Kenwood residents, Jim’s friends and family, a bench was purchased in his memory on the Lake of the Isles Walking Path, across from Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church.  On Sunday, June 25<sup>th</sup> (1-5PM) there will be a dedication picnic.  All are welcome to attend to celebrate his life.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>Park Board Update – Mark Holtey\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Rec Center will receive a Little Library this month.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a Minnesota Zoomobile Presentation Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> at the Kenwood Park Picnic area from 1-1:45PM.</li>\r\n	<li>Movies in the Park at Kenwood Part resumes Friday June 23<sup>rd</sup> 15 minutes after dusk.  This month’s showing will be <em>Hidden Figures</em>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is on Monday, July 10th, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><a name=\"minutes\"></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met April 3<sup>rd</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</strong></p>\r\n<strong> <img title=\"More...\" src=\"http://kenwoodminneapolis.org/blog1/wp-includes/js/tinymce/plugins/wordpress/img/trans.gif\" alt=\"\" />Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mark Brown, Angie Erdrich, and Matt Spies.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick.</strong>\r\n<h1><strong><em> </em></strong></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue reconstruction is scheduled to begin within a couple of months. The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting reviewing the project on April 25<sup>th</sup> at 6:30 at the Kenwood Rec Center.  There will be a separate public meeting on the assessment, tentatively scheduled for May 9<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>The April 26<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will host representatives from the Park Board and Walker Sculpture Garden.  They will discuss public art and sculpture, including updates on the Walker.  Please call Lisa’s office to order a lunch in advance ($10).</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping begins April 11. <a href=\"http://www.minneapolis.gov/streetsweeping\">www.minneapolismn.gov/publicworks/streetsweeping</a>.  Please be sure to follow parking restrictions to avoid a ticket.  Yard waste bundles will also be picked up at the same time – place it with recycling for pickup.  Do not sweep into the street as it is damaging to the environment.</li>\r\n	<li>As Backyard Fire season begins, please observe City Rules:  Permitted only 9AM to 10PM, burn only untreated fire wood (no trash), fire must be 25 feet from a structure and in a fire ring.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>I-35W will be under rehabilitation starting Summer 2017-Fall 2021, between 43<sup>rd</sup> St S and 15<sup>th</sup> St.  Please see <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35wminneapolis</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies (Pre-Report)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt pre-reported less than $2500 in expenditures for the month, which included payments for the Hill and Lake Press Annual Sponsorship, down payments for the annual gathering, and board liability insurance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>2552 W Lake of the Isles Variance – Ryan Smith, Tyler Hillger</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Construction on the vacant lot at 2552 W. Lake of the Isles Parkway will require two variances to build as designed:  1) Front Yard Setback.  Due to the curve of the street, the setback rule would place the house in violation.  The variance would allow the setback variance to be consistent with the adjacent homes.  As designed, the front of the home will be behind the front of the original home down in 2004.  2) Terrace Square Footage Maximum.  The planned terrace would be allowable if variance 1 is approved.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA did not make a motion on the variance and requested that the board be kept informed and adjacent neighbors directly engaged by the homeowner.</li>\r\n	<li>If approved by the city, construction would begin late summer 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP and Priority Plan</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to approve the 2016 KIAA CPP Annual Report, which will be submitted to the city.</li>\r\n	<li>Mike presented a Financial Interest and Fiduciary Responsibility conflict of interest policy, now required by Minneapolis, to preserve public trust in the integrity of KIAA decision-making process.  The policy, once signed, will also be posted to the KIAA website.  The policy will be voted on between meetings to allow board members time to review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Will Stensruud</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Will reviewed the proposed budget for the summer of 2017 at $5450, to support programming: Yoga, Log Rolling, June 10 Summer Kickoff Party, BeArtrageous, and a Music Series.  Motions were made to fund June 10<sup>th</sup> Summer Kickoff ($1300), Yoga ($600 for 10 sessions), the June 21<sup>st</sup> Solstice Party ($150), July 15<sup>th</sup> Pirates and Mermaids ($500).  Approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         An additional expenditure of $2000 was proposed to buy a generator to fill a bounce house for weekly events.  Due to liability concerns, the subcommittee was asked to go back and research further prior to a vote on the funding.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering May 1<sup>st</sup> – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Gathering is 6-7:30 at Kenwood Corner</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA board members are requested to sign up for tasks.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.  Current board members were requested to announce their intent to run prior to the next meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project Updates – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn provides updates on this standing topic, the #1 priority for the board per the Neighborhood Priority Plan survey.</li>\r\n	<li>County Transit Improvement Board did not vote unanimously from disbanding, with Dakota County voting against without a larger payout, and Hennepin County against because commissioners knew that CTIB would not disband.  It remains to be seen whether a county sales tax can be implemented to fund the missing state share of $135M</li>\r\n	<li>SWLRT and Bottineau line are not approved for funding in the new proposed federal budget.  84 State legislators signed a letter to Transportation Secretary Chao further requesting that funding be withheld because it did not have legislative support.</li>\r\n	<li>Files are advancing at the state level to remove/increase railroad liability for co-location, block any future light rail transit without state approval, and implement terms and elections to Met Council officials.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:45 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is the Annual Gathering on Monday, May 1st, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 6<sup>th</sup>, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mark Brown, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith.  Absent:  Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman.\r\n<h1> The Agenda Was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  The area to be reconstructed is from Douglas Ave to Lake of the Isles Parkway.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner, representing 7% of the total cost of $1M.  There will be a public information meeting held during the month of April, an announcement will be sent out on Next Door.  There will be a public hearing in May regarding the assessment.</li>\r\n	<li>The March 29<sup>th</sup> Lunch with Lisa will be an update on Peavey Plaza renovations.</li>\r\n	<li>Unspent and frozen NRP money will be returned to neighborhoods.  Kenwood received $1000 back.  The amount received by Kenwood for NRP was mostly spent in support of our neighborhood priorities.</li>\r\n	<li>I-94 will be under construction from the Lowry Hill Tunnel to Brooklyn Center, starting in May.  An example of an impact to Minneapolis is that I-94 will be reduced to two lanes from May to November.  One side of the Lowry Hill Tunnel will be closed.  The project website is <a href=\"http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr\">www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i94brooklyncntr</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA donated $750 to support the Kenwood School auction.</li>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the importance of managing the budget on a three-year cycle, tied to the funding cycle from the city.  Also discussed was ensuring that the budget would address reimbursable expenditures vs non-reimbursable expenditures that depend on neighbor contributions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt submitted a proposal to define objectives for the 2017 season, focusing on the implementation of 3 recurring activities such as puppet shows, yoga, log rolling, etc.  Additionally, how to engage the Park Board to implement improvements to the beach prior to SWLRT operations.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to take the lead on planning the programming.  Options will be discussed for future seasons to fund an intern to manage the programming and community outreach.  For 2017, a subcommittee will be formed to develop the action plan and report to the board at the April meeting.  Larry noted that it is important to share the plan at the annual neighborhood gathering on May 1<sup>st</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby for Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The gathering is May 1<sup>st</sup>.  Angie put together a to-do and sign up list for tasks that need to be completed to have a successful event.  The biggest issue to finalize is food.  KIAA is exploring different options that can reduce cost.  An option is to identify any neighborhood caterers or restaurant owners to support the event with food.</li>\r\n	<li>As the board elections are held during the gathering, any residents of Kenwood that are interested in joining the KIAA board are encouraged to contact <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a> and indicate interest.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January Citizens Advisory Council meeting.   The Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District voted unanimously to permit SWLRT for construction through the waters that it manages.  Cedar Lake and the Kenilworth Channel drain into the creek and the Mississippi River, which MCWD manages.</li>\r\n	<li>On March 8<sup>th</sup>, County Transit Improvement Board voted to disband, clearing the way for Hennepin County to implement a 50 cent sales tax to fund SWLRT state share and ongoing operational costs.  However, because Dakota County voted against disbanding, there will be a process to follow where either CTIB will have one county member, or increasing the buyout to the county to gain their vote.</li>\r\n	<li>Full federal funding grant of $900M, if awarded, will happen by the end of June.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates:  Please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 3<sup>rd</sup>, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 6th, 2017 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Will Stensruud, Secretary Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Mark Brown, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Police Chief Ohotto, and 4 other residents.\r\n<h1><em> </em>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\nCity Council Update – Lisa Goodman\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Penn/Oliver Avenue will be ground, patched, and resurfaced, as part of the Concrete Streets Rehabilitation program, and will extend the life of the street for 15 years.  There will be an assessment of .22 cents per sq/ft per property owner and contribute 7% of the total budget of $1M.  There will be a large neighborhood meeting held in advance to share details.  Work will be completed prior to fall.</li>\r\n	<li>The February 22<sup>nd</sup> Lunch with Lisa topic is Emergency Preparedness, including natural disasters and pandemic readiness.  Please contact her office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Ward 7 has been prioritized for the City’s Tree Planting Program.  Residents can get information and order trees March 6-12 at <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.  There will be a lottery, and those selected will be notified by March 22.  Trees will have a nominal cost to residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette provided an update on the parking situation in Downtown Kenwood.  She reported that the business owners did not support a KIAA proposed solution to add restrict parking to one side of 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Another possible solution is to clarify the parking signs on Penn Avenue in front of Kenwood School.  One resident from Oliver Ave expressed his concerns on the adverse effect he is experiencing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA dedicated $5000 for police overtime (80 hours of patrols).  2016 had the second lowest number of police reports since the lowest year (2008).</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The Chief continues to recommend a balance of extra patrols with the positive programming that has happened in the last 2 years.  Neighborhood involvement/usage of the beach is also important, vs. solely relying on police patrols.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Jeanette moved to spend $5000 for 2017 continued additional policing, pending the securing of city funding via the Neighborhood Priority Plan contract.  Mike will inform the board once city funding is confirmed.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The party was rescheduled for February 12<sup>th</sup> due to poor ice conditions.  KIAA will still contribute cookies towards the event.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Residents donated $747 last month, most in response to the annual newsletter.  KIAA also received some city reimbursements, totaling $2500.  KIAA appreciates the local funding of the neighborhood residents.</li>\r\n	<li>Jean Deatrich has helped Matt mail thank you letters in response to all donations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Letter of Concern over 3020 Kenwood Parkway – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Calhoun-Isles Association is opposing the construction of a Residential High Rise on the Northeast Corner of Lake Calhoun that would possibly violate the Shoreland Overlay District and would certainly be in opposition to local ordinance.  The building would be 59 feet tall and out of character with the surrounding neighborhood.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed a letter stating KIAA’s position that developers need to respect the overlay district not only for this project/lake but for future projects and other lakes.  This position supports the KIAA Neighborhood Priority of protecting the environment, lakes, and waterways.  The Overlay height restriction exists to protect the lake edge from out of scale development, shading, and wind concentration and a negative human caused impact on the environment.  Larry moved to send the letter, approved unanimously.  A response was received from CM Lisa Bender that it does not violate the Overlay Disctrict but does violate local zoning.  Jeanette is working with the city and C-I Association to clarify.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The annual gathering and board elections are May 1.  Any residents that would like to run for a board position are encouraged to contact KIAA; ssmith288@me.com.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         To reduce costs, new food alternatives will be considered for the annual gathering.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood School Request – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The School requested $750 in funding to be a sponsor of the Kenwood School Auction and Fundraiser.  KIAA supported this request in 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA view is that the funding supports the Neighborhood Priority of supporting robust programming and education our Kenwood School, which not only serves Kenwood children but children from other parts of the city.  Shawn moved to support the funding, unanimously approved.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the January CAC meeting.   The Southwest Project Office is developing a website to share updates related to construction of SWLRT.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that at the State Legislature GOP leadership is challenging that the Met Council will rely on the state to pay 50% of ongoing operating costs for light rail and transit but the state has no voice in which or how many projects are built.  That would mean that there is no elected voice in the regional transit plan and required state funding.</li>\r\n	<li>The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District is meeting on February 23<sup>rd</sup> to vote whether to approve permits for SWLRT construction and operation in areas that MCWD manages.  The MCWD is responsible for maintaining the water quality for the Watershed, which includes the Chain of Lakes.  The public comment period closed February 2<sup>nd,</sup> and many testified concerns about conflicts of interest with MCWD managers.  Most managers were appointed by Hennepin County Commissioners, that support the project.</li>\r\n	<li>As only 3 Kenwood properties are identified to have severe averse impacts, KIAA will consider funding an independent study of vibration and noise similar to one conducted at the Minneapolis/St Louis Park border.  The study would evaluate the Kenilworth Corridor north of the Kenilworth Channel.  Jeanette will contact the engineers to find out if there would be any benefit and what the cost would be.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will kick off the planning for ECLB programming for 2017.  He will solicit resident ideas.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:35 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJanuary 2017 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 9th, 2017 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Will Stensrud, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Directors Absent:  Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Mike Bono, Treasurer Matt Spies.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Snow Emergencies are communicated via Facebook, Instragram, Email/text alerts, City of Minneapolis Mobile App.  All residents are encouraged to sign up for alerts to be aware of when Snow Emergencies are declared.</li>\r\n	<li>Road Sand is available from the City Public Works Sites, to be placed in a barrel in areas that are needed.  Please contact Lisa’s office to request a barrel of sand.</li>\r\n	<li>Christmas Trees are recycled by the city.  Please put your trees at your regular pickup site.  Old Christmas lights can also be recycled; go to <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is January 25<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall.  The topic is Public Art, including a sneak preview of the Nicollet Mall art.  Lisa is always interested in constituents’ ideas for topics.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette brought to Lisa’s attention NRP survey results to get her perspective on what is within the city’s ability to address.  Many issues raised in the survey, including noise and excessive speed are regulated and difficult to enforce.  Any public works issues such as alley defects should be directed to Lisa’s office.  Jeanette will follow up with Lisa to address the continuing parking and alley access problem by Downtown Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Warming House – Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy shared that a volunteer group with representatives from from CIDNA, Lowry Hill and East Isles, the Minneapolis Parks Foundation, MPRB staff and local architects are considering that the warming house should be replaced, in part based on age (18 years old). The cost to bring the structure in and out by crane is increasing to $20K per year; a new structure designed to be more easily transported could make moving it less expensive. The idea being discussed is to change the structure into one that can be used all year, across different sites, for different purposes. There will be a design competition and funds raised. KIAA supports the idea of replacement but there was a discussion as to whether it\'s appropriate for KIAA to contribute neighborhood funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Treasurer Report – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Several contributions were received in January ($398) as a result of the Fall Newsletter.  KIAA appreciates the support and Matt will work with Jean to send acknowledgement letters to the donors.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Lake of the Isles Skating Party</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie will provide via cookies for the party funded by KIAA.  The party is January 22<sup>nd</sup> from 1-3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Application – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will help manage the process for Rain garden applications and awarding grants from MetroBlooms.  This year is the third year of this partnership, and this year there will be no cost to KIAA.  KIAA will make an in-kind donation of time and resources to promote the initiative.  More information will be provided by the end of January.  Rain gardens support our NRP initiative of protecting the lakes and environment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Cedar Lake Orioles Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie is leading engagement with Kenwood School to reinstall Oriole feeding stations this spring.  Last year, orioles were abundant and several classes visited Cedar Lake Park to see them, accompanied by teachers and neighborhood volunteers.  This initiative is important because it drives more family and educational opportunities at Cedar Lake.  Angie requested $200 for laminated signs and feeding station supplies (food).  Jeanette moved to approve, unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering Planning Kickoff – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The annual gathering will be May 1<sup>st</sup> in downtown Kenwood, which includes food and election of KIAA officers.  In order to keep costs in check, other food options will be explored.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Communication Committee – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Will, Mark, and Jeanette will work with Jean regarding a communication committee and communication plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that CTIB is likely in the process of self-dissolving so that Hennepin County can raise the transit sales tax to .5%, to fund the missing $140M state share of funding.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion whether to contact the FTA regarding Met Council compliance to 2012 Certification Requirements for Federal Funding, and without a vote KIAA determined not to take any action.</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is contacting three LRT- adjacent property owners to discuss construction.  These are the only houses at 21<sup>st</sup> St that the Met Council deems to be impacted by LRT operations.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The top 5 priorities from the survey were identified – SWLRT, Lakes/Parks/Environment, Kenwood Rec Center events, Hidden Beach Safety, and Kenwood School.  Jeanette wrote a summary report to share with anyone interested.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Calhoun Association is asking KIAA to support opposition to a 54 foot tall residential building to be built adjacent to Tin Fish on Lake Calhoun (replacing 3 existing homes).  The proposed structure would be within the Shoreland Overlay District which has a height restriction of 36 feet.  As an action taken between meetings, the proposal will be reviewed and voted on whether to support or not support the opposition.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board Police Chief Ohotto will be invited to attend the KIAA February Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>December 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 5th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member Ward 7</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Minneapolis finalizes its 2017 budget on December 7th.  On November 30<sup>th</sup>, there was a public hearing; 45 people provided testimony on the mayor’s proposed budget. There was a significant organized effort to reduce proposed police budgeting in favor of more community based non-profit policing.  The mayor had proposed adding 15 additional sworn officers as 2016 had the lowest number of officers this decade, 100 less than 2009.  Neighborhoods Organizing for Change challenged that increase.  (Addendum Post KIAA Meeting:  December 7<sup>th</sup> saw a similar number of testimonials and content, and the budget was adopted with the 15 additional officers.)</li>\r\n	<li>The budget also proposes a new position of Small Business Navigator.  This position would assist small businesses in navigating the Minneapolis city laws and regulations.  Lisa supports up to 4 positions in order to help small business navigate the city’s complex licensing and codes.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa emphasized that the Final Truth in Taxation notices that were mailed in November did not include the voter approved school special taxation levy.  Therefore, property taxes are understated by approximately 10%.  Revised Final Notices will not be mailed.  (Note to residents:  look at your 2016 School District Voter Approved Levy to see approximately how much your 2017 taxes are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Car2Go is ending operations in Minneapolis because of two business conditions that created an inability for the company to be profitable.  1)  The city mandated that Car2Go distribute cars equitably throughout the city; however, because some neighborhoods had higher origination/destination usage than others, the company incurred high costs to redistribute cars, and some cars sat idle in lower-used neighborhoods.  Publicly, Car2Go cited that they were taxed/licensed at a car rental rate, which is higher than that of taxis and other ride-share services.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January after December 12ths Later with Lisa.  Lisa is interested in constituent input for topics for her schedule of 2017 lunches.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Board Member – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette introduced Will Stensrud, who with his family purchased a home in Kenwood one year ago.  Will asked to join the board to become more involved in the issues that shape Kenwood.  Jeanette motioned to approve his addition, and it was approved unanimously.  Welcome Will!</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>November was a busy month for SWLRT.  The FTA accepted testimony regarding Metropolitan Council accountability and adherence to process to determine certification for federal dollars for the next 4 years.  Many Kenwood residents sent testimony, including the LRT Done Right group.  Testimonials were published in last month’s Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn stated that there are two key next steps where KIAA will engage in SWLRT:  1) Follow up with the FTA to find out about how the neighborhoods testimony will be used, and will the findings be made available to the public, and 2) SWRLT construction and mitigation is the top issue surfaced in the annual NRP survey, and KIAA will continue to keep SWLRT as a standing KIAA meeting topic, and publish updates in the Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>LRT Done Right organization is engaging and meeting with key elected officials in the coming month to gain information and understanding of positions heading into the 2017 State Legislative Session.  Officials at the state, county, city, and park board will be met with.  KIAA’s position against residential development on the Kenilworth Trail/SWLRT line will be communicated.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt reviewed the monthly balance sheet for KIAA as well as the expenditures and revenues for the month.  There was minimal activity during the month: payments made to Jean Deatrick and Post net for the Fall Newsletter, as well as a small payment to reimburse Pop Up Playground expense at “Hidden Beach,” and one donation.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono, Mark Brown</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA has submitted its Community Participation Program application for the upcoming three-year funding cycle by the City of Minneapolis, worth $25K annually to Kenwood.  KIAA is in the process of canvassing the neighborhood to determine the specific priorities to include in the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of NPP is to identify major initiatives for neighborhood organizations, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>The results of the Neighborhood Priorities survey were reviewed.  Top issues identified were SWLRT mitigation, protecting the lakes, East Cedar Lake Beach safety, supporting Kenwood Community Center activities/Common gathering place, more street lighting.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette noted that only 60 responses were received.  The link to the survey was put in the KIAA Fall Newsletter, Nextdoor, and Hill and Lakes Press.  Jean Deatrick will email out a link to her neighborhood email list and extend the deadline to December 18<sup>th</sup> to capture more feedback to feed the Top 5 Priorities.  There will also be future discussion on how to address other priorities received in written comments.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Lake of the Isles Warming House will be replaced.  The Park Board is considering a mobile structure that can be used all year.  Neighborhood Associations are being approached to provide funding.  There was discussion as to whether or not neighborhood funds should be used towards this project in light of the “Close the Gap” funding recently allocated to the Park Board, totaling $11M annually and funded by property tax increases.</li>\r\n	<li>Action taken between meetings:  The board approved up to $200 to place a sign in Downtown Kenwood to help address the continued concerns over parking issues.  It will direct patrons towards alternative parking locations and try to keep alley access clear.  Exact wording and structure is under discussion.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:27 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 9th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met November 7th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Mike Bono, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>The Agenda was unanimously approved</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>City of Minneapolis Update – Lisa Goodman, Council Member</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in November due to Thanksgiving.  On Monday December 12<sup>th</sup> at 4:30pm will be Later with Lisa, her annual holiday party.  It will be held at the Normandy Inn.  Cash bar, parking is free.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping is completed as of November 15th, as is yard waste pickup, for the season.  The city does not sweep alleys, leaf removal there is the responsibility of the home owner.</li>\r\n	<li>The house at 1204 Kenwood Parkway is under historic review.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction is on track to be complete by December.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa shared the Mayor’s 2017 Proposed Budget.  The board reviewed the budget and gleaned that the proposed levy increase is driven primarily by 1) 59 new positions in the city, 2) Park Board/City agreement on 20 Year Plan, 3) additional spending on social programs and grants to Non-Profit organizations.  The Truth in Taxation Hearing is November 30<sup>th</sup> at City Hall, and the budget will be adopted on December 7<sup>th</sup>.  Public testimony will be heard at both.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies, Treasurer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Monthly expenditures were for the Gilroy Memorial Bench and the Thrill Kenwood, offset by city funds.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody is the Citizen Advisory Committee representative to the Metropolitan Council and the CAC met last month.  Jody shared updates on SWLRT that were learned in the meeting.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>LRT trains normally sound a horn coming out of a tunnel, but it will not sound when emerging from the tunnel in the Kenilworth Corridor.  There are also bells on each train that sound at road crossings, but at 21<sup>st</sup> St these will not sound and there will be a stationary bell.  This will allow for less variance in the sound impact and more reliable noise mitigation.</li>\r\n	<li>Revenue service is estimated to begin in 2021.  Construction is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Construction will begin in Fall 2017 to move the freight lines in the Kenilworth Corridor; there will be five phases of construction in our neighborhood and it is scheduled to be complete mid-2020.</li>\r\n	<li>Met Council representatives will be going door to door to record structural conditions of homes in order to establish a baseline for potential damage as a result of construction.  Addresses/scheduling to be announced in December.  It is not determined how repairs will be handled that are a result of construction.</li>\r\n	<li>The CAC November meeting was cancelled.  At future meetings Jody will continue to press for information and we will share in this space.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended the FTA review of the Metropolitan Council’s certification on November 2<sup>nd</sup>.  The FTA certifies the Met Council every four years as a process to approve the Council to continue to receive federal funds.  Shawn shared that 5 speakers used SWLRT as an example where the Met Council did not consistently deliver against the objectives that the FTA measures against.  The public has until November 30<sup>th</sup> to provide testimony; if interested, please contact Shawn at <a href=\"mailto:ssmith288@me.com\">ssmith288@me.com</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Garden Grant Applications</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Sign Ups are now being taken for 2017 Good Steward Raingardens.  Raingardens on your property help reduce pollution in our lakes.  MetroBlooms and KIAA are teaming up to install reduced-cost raingardens for 15 Kenwood homeowners.  Cost is reduced through a Good Steward Grant (cost to homeowners will be approximately $350 for a $2,000 raingarden).  Email Laura Scholl to get on the list:  <a href=\"mailto:laura@metroblooms.org\">laura@metroblooms.org</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Community Participation and Neighborhood Priority Plan – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be applying for the next three-year cycle of funding by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program for $25K annually.  KIAA will submit its Community Participation Program application that will include the Neighborhood Priority Plan.  The goal of the Neighborhood Priority Plan is to identify major initiatives for the neighborhood organization, and to communicate neighborhood priorities to the City and other jurisdictional partners.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the CPP application be approved, Mark seconded, unanimously passed.</li>\r\n	<li>A survey to solicit neighborhood input for the priority plan will be sent this month to ensure that monies are directed in the direction of projects that are valued by residents.  Here is the link: <a href=\"https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp\">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/kenwoodnpp</a>  (If link doesn’t work, type in your browser)</li>\r\n	<li>This season was one of the lowest in terms of police incidents in recent history.  The full end of season report will be published in the KIAA Fall Newletter, being mailed this month.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach end of season report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is receiving neighborhood impact letters from the Restorative Justice program from citations at East Cedar Lake Beach.  Fines can be waived if the cited writes a letter of atonement.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn attended October’s Lunch with Lisa.  The topic was the 20 Year Park Plan and it was covered in detail by Superintendent Jayne Miller and Board President Anita Tabb.  The Kenwood Park will not receive any funding from the 20 Year Park Plan as it is not a high priority park as determined by the Park and Rec Board.  Examples of criteria on how prioritization were assessed are Areas of Racially Concentrated Poverty, Populations of Color, Population Density, Youth Population, Asset Lifespan, and Neighborhood Density.  Kenwood Park will still receive its funding as part of the regular budgeting process.  Shawn learned that The Park Board will have approximately $11M of annual incremental funding via the city and park board levy.  Shawn also learned that if Minneapolis were to implement a $15 minimum wage, it would increase payroll for the Park Board by approximately $2.2M annually.  It was not clear how the Park Board would adjust the plan or mitigate the impact of that wage increase without affecting the 20 Year Plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:34 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 3rd, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mark Brown, Josine Peters.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood and Community Relations Department – Jack Whitehurst</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mr. Whitehurst represented the city for the annual board survey which the city is conducting.  The purpose of the survey is to gain demographic information on the makeup of city boards.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA encourages all residents of the neighborhood who would like to serve on the board regardless of demographic background.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion on Neighborhood Action Plan money status.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt presented an update on in/outflow of cash for the fiscal year, as well as a spending/income forecast through 2019.  Matt will present a financial report at each KIAA monthly meeting going forward.  This will allow for accurate planning on an annual basis going forward so expenditures can be prioritized.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA will be sending a survey to gain feedback on resident’s priorities to be addressed in the Neighborhood Priority Plan, which needs to be filed in November.  The survey was edited and approved to be sent.</li>\r\n	<li>The new warming house for Lake of the Isles winter skating area is still under consideration by the Minneapolis Park Board.  The new warming house is in concept stage.  Neighborhood associations may be approached to support it financially.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda Vallone from BeArtrageous is planning Thrill Kenwood, a successful Halloween party that has been held in the years past.  The board approved repeating a $750 contribution towards the event.</li>\r\n	<li>The Jim Gilroy memorial bench (former board member, deceased) has been installed and all who donated are appreciated.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA Fall newsletter is in process to be published by November.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA was informed by a MPRB tree inspector who visited the Rec Center corner that 7 diseased crab apple and trees will be removed. They will be replaced in Spring 2017 with 3 North Star Cherry trees and 4 Mont Royal plum trees, which are disease resistant with useful fruit for the public to eat.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>KIAA needs new board members.  If you are interested in joining the board, please contact us or come to a monthly meeting.  Being a KIAA board member is an excellent way to serve our community and stay informed on issues that are, or will, impact our neighborhood.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\nSeptember 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met September 12th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Dee Montgomery (Heritage Coalition).\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn moved for approval of the agenda, with the addition of Dee Montgomery’s topic, and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be September 28<sup>th</sup> at Opus Hall.  The topic is still being determined.  Lisa is always open to suggestions for topics for Lunch with Lisa, please contact her office with ideas.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale construction is still on schedule to be finished this fall.  Hennepin northbound will be open in the coming weeks.</li>\r\n	<li>The local government channels are changing as follows:  Comcast HD will be 799, and Standard Definition will be 14.  Century Link HD will be 8501, and standard definition will be 8001, Multilingual HD will be 8502, and standard definition multilingual will be 8002.</li>\r\n	<li>November 8<sup>th</sup> election early voting starts September 23<sup>rd</sup>.  There are 4 early voting locations in Minneapolis, please see the city website for more details.  Shawn Smith stated that the voting period was starting very early considering the first Presidential Debate is not until September 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Historic Marker Restoration Project – Dee Montgomery</h1>\r\n<h1>·         The centennial marker commemorating the establishment of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation will be restored.  The original boundary of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation included areas of Kenwood, and the marker that is being replaced is located on the southeast edge of Lake of the Isles.  The Heritage Commission has its own funds; tax dollars will not be used.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board advised Dee to consult with Native Americans to ensure that any concerns regarding the history and commemoration of Fort Snelling were heard.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is pushing for clarification and information with the warning bell and mitigation strategy at the 21<sup>st</sup> St crossing.  KIAA has requested involvement from Commissioner Marion Greene and expressed the need for her support on this issue with the Southwest Project Office.  There are concerns over the volume of the proposed wayside bell.</li>\r\n	<li>The Section 106 process is continuing now that the Memorandum of Understanding is executed.  This pertains to mitigation strategies for Grand Rounds eg landscaping, retaining walls, shoreline treatments, etc.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking continues to be an issue where patrons are parking too close to the alley, blocking driveways, too close to stop signs, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to explore signing solutions – parking is allowed at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Increasing neighborhood programming at the beach remains a KIAA focus.  It is part of the overall strategy to reduce crime and improve public safety.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt reported that 35 kids came to the Play Space “pop up playground” and the strategy was successful.  The board approved a $25 increase to the funding to cover extra expenses.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reiterated the need to work on the Priority Plan Strategy, which will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.  Mike Bono, Matt, and Mark Brown will work on the subcommittee.  The CPP application is due November 10.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>The 2016 Minneapolis Housing Resource Guide is published.  This is a resource for associations and homeowners.  <a href=\"http://www.minneapolismn.gov/\">www.minneapolismn.gov</a>.</li>\r\n	<li>A motion was approved to reimburse Deb Gilroy for $100 for the expenses related to placing a bench for former board member Jim Gilroy.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>By Shawn Smith</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met July 11th, 2016 at the Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Chief Jason Ohotto and two of his officers, Jean Deatrick, and three neighbors.\r\n\r\n<strong>Opening Activities</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>No lunch with Lisa in July or August.  Please be sure to sign up for Lisa’s email list to get updates on construction, traffic, and event updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues.  The Hennepin/Vineland intersection will have major work done in July/August.  The overall project is on schedule for completion by November.</li>\r\n	<li>The variance at 2000 W 21<sup>st</sup> St was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Early voting is open for the 2016 primary.  Election judges are needed this year.  Please call Lisa’s office to sign up to be a judge.  A mix of party affiliations is needed.</li>\r\n	<li>National Night out is August 2<sup>nd</sup>.  After July 19<sup>th</sup>, there is a fee to block off the street.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette expressed KIAA’s appreciation for the quality of the City of Minneapolis’s response to the FEIS, documenting the history and the issues within the project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Chief Jason Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Police reports written on park property at the beach declined from 48 to 31.  This is the second summer where there was a significant reduction in reports.  Chief Ohotto attributed the success to the positive programming and activities at the beach, as well as the increased park police patrols, some funded by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto recommended that neighbors that want to support safety efforts should call in issues to 911, and provide detailed, specific information, name and callback number.  Err on the side of calling 911 vs not calling when you see a negative impact to public safety.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB) Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark Brown reported that the June 20<sup>th</sup> potluck at the beach was a great success with strong turnout.  The kids activities (face painting, spray chalk, cookies) were popular.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented ideas for longer term strategies, including boat racks, playground equipment.  Park and Rec Board financial support and fundraising will be needed.  A Community Action Committee will be formed.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt proposed an August Pop Up Adventure Playground as a new activity to pilot.  A motion passed to fund this event with up to $800 of NRP funds.  Engagement with the Kenwood School and neighboring association were identified as opportunities to increase participation.  Jeanette recognized Angie for getting the Kenwood School engaged in using the beach for educational opportunities.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette proposed the idea of hosting a food or beverage cart at the beach on behalf of the neighborhood.  A motion passed for up to $200 to be spent from NRP funds for a KIAA/ECLB Patron Appreciation Day.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported on the June 13<sup>th</sup> FEIS public presentation by the Southwest Project Office.  Approximately 20 neighbors attended from Kenwood, CIDNA, and Loring Park.  On a positive note, the presentation summarized the 17,000 page FEIS effectively.  Unfortunately it was not tailored to the concerns of the Minneapolis segment of the corridor.  There continues to be a high level of concern over the ability of the tunnel to be built near Calhoun Shores Townhomes and the Kenilworth “pinch point.”</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the June 28<sup>th</sup> CAC meeting was cancelled, a consistent issue with many of the other CAC meetings which have also been cancelled in the past couple of years.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Downtown Kenwood Parking Issue – Jeanette Colby</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette communicated with the general manager of the Kenwood Restaurant to ask that employees park on Penn Avenue, and to help address the issue of patrons parking too close to alleys and driveways, and the issue of delivery truck restricting neighbor access to the alley.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie confirmed that parking for Downtown Kenwood businesses is permitted at the Kenwood School when school is not in session.  A “sandwich” board idea was proposed at a cost of $200 or for city signing or to paint the curb yellow to inform where and where not to park.  Noted for follow up between meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan and Budget – Mike Bono, Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike and Matt outlined the plan to develop the 3 year plan as well as budgeting for the upcoming year.  It will include a neighborhood engagement survey to identify the priorities for KIAA spending.</li>\r\n	<li>The Finance Committee will identify the threshold amount to have in savings to ensure there is sufficient cash flow while more readily identifying opportunities to spend improvement funds to benefit Kenwood.  The board’s intent is to ensure available funds are spent for the betterment of Kenwood, while also ensuring that current funding priorities can be maintained should funds be cut in the future.</li>\r\n	<li>New neighbor introduction:  Mikki Johnston and family</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will attend a Whittier Alliance Meeting on July 19<sup>th</sup> to understand the goals and strategies of that group.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie will follow up with Creative Citymaking regarding a video project opportunity, with a possible focus on ECLB.  KIAA would need to make a proposal to secure participation in the project, which is a competitive process.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1></h1>\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>June 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 6th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Mark Brown, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters, Jack Levi.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Amanda Vallone, Jody Strakosch, Mark Holtey and two neighbors.\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Activities</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved for approval of the agenda and it was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Board members conducted a brief introduction to begin the 2016-2017 term.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is complete for the season.  There will be a “Lunch with Lisa Field trip on Wednesday, June 29<sup>th</sup>, touring Givens Violins, which is a renowned repair business for cellos and violins.  If interested, please call Lisa’s office to book one of the two tours for that day.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction continues and has entered the paving phase.  Please contact Lisa’s office to be placed on an email list to receive weekly construction updates affecting the Twin Cities.</li>\r\n	<li>Sidewalk repair has come to Kenwood this year, part of a 10 year cycle.  White dots mark the sections that will be replaced.  Homeowners will be assessed $250-$400 per square for the repair.  Call 311 to discuss whether sections need to be replaced, or if they do not need to be replaced.  Please direct questions regarding how unique situations, such as tree root heaves, to 311.  All affected homeowners should have received a letter from the city; please refer to it for FAQs.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette volunteered to remain Chair; Larry volunteered to remain Vice Chair; Matt Spies volunteered to become Treasurer; and Shawn volunteered to remain Secretary.  Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt asked for resolution to relocate the KIAA bank accounts to US Bank.  Jeanette moved in favor, passed unanimously.  Matt asked for an additional resolution to transfer, check writing authority, opening accounts, deposits, and withdraw funds; from Ed Pluimer to himself.  Jeanette to be the second signatory.  Shawn moved, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette once again recognized Ed Pluimer for his years of service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Memorial Bench for Jim Gilroy – Angie Erdrich</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie reported that $1550 has been donated to the Estate of Jim Gilroy for the purposes of a memorial bench on Lake of the Isles, near 21<sup>st</sup> St..  Jean Deatrick will send an e-blast as a reminder for any other residents that would like to contribute.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie moved that KIAA donate $300 towards the memorial bench to recognize Jim as a sitting board member at his death.  Funds will come from KIAA Money Market Account.  Approved unanimously.  As funds are in the account about to be closed, motion was approved to allow Ed Pluimer to write the check.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Financial Report – Matt Spies</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is preparing a 2016-2017 balance sheet to ensure income and expenditures are clearly documented.  Mark, Larry, Matt, and Mike will form a finance subcommittee to inform a finance update at KIAA July meeting.  Motion approved to establish said committee.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies/Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda (from ARTrageous) shared that the Summer Solstice Party will be held at ECLB on June 20<sup>th</sup> from 6:30-8:30.  This will be a potluck event.  ARTrageous will provide henna, face painting, and a Creation Station for families.  The event will be cancelled in case of rain.  The event is open to all.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt presented a new proposal for a Pop Up Adventure Playground series.  Matt agreed to go renegotiate lower costs in order to run a pilot, vs investing in 3 events this year.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities including a Summer Solstice Potluck, Pirate/Mermaid Beach Party were identified for funding for $800.  A discussion was had regarding source of funds and how much to spend.  The board approved the expenditure unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda and Matt were approved to work together to spend up to $400 to place an ad in Hill and Lake Press to announce summer activities at ECLB.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  The CAC met in May.  Jennifer Munt stated that the Met Council would find funding to move ahead with SWLRT. The FEIS was reviewed; Nani Jacobsen recognized Kenwood for providing feedback that drove changes from the SDEIS to the FEIS.  Further, station art was approved for the West 21<sup>st</sup> St Station, which is what the Kenwood station will be named.  The next meeting will be June 28<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn has coordinated a meeting on June 13<sup>th</sup> for the Met Council to present the FEIS and take questions from residents.  This meeting was supported by the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn presented the FEIS draft and will circulate a soft copy to the board and Jody to be reviewed and approved as an action between meetings.  The deadline for submission is June 13<sup>th</sup> for any comments, and must be done in writing to the Southwest Project Office.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business/Action Taken Between Meetings - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Parking at the Kenwood Corner continues to be a challenge, with visitors parking too close to the alley and to corners and blocking access.  Jeanette called the city to determine the cost of parking signs.  Action to be taken between meetings.</li>\r\n	<li>Kenwood Corner Raingarden Signage was approved as an action taken between meetings.  The Raingarden is now installed and the sign provides good information about the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  KIAA thanks Angie Erdrich for her work to beautify the corner.</li>\r\n	<li>Louise Erdrich is taking the space formerly occupied by Stephen Dean for a business to be announced shortly.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 9:10 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 11th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2016 KIAA 5<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> For the 5<sup>th</sup> year, KIAA had its annual meeting on May 2nd at Kenwood Corner, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> In attendance were seven KIAA serving board members up for re-election, one new member-elect, City Council Member Lisa Goodman, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Green, Minneapolis Parks Commissioner Anita Tabb, and approximately 100 neighbors.</p>\r\n The gathering began at 6PM.  The weather was great and everyone enjoyed Red Wagon Pizza and beverages, compliments of KIAA. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM.  There was a moment of remembrance for Jim Gilroy, KIAA board member who passed away suddenly in April.  Jim will be greatly missed; he was a kind and generous person, dedicated to improving our entire community.  The family has reserved a site for a park bench in his memory on Lake of the Isles.  Friends and neighbors who would like to contribute may do so.  KIAA Board Member Angie Erdrich will facilitate, please make checks payable to Minneapolis Finance Department, Memo “Jim Gilroy Bench” and mail to her at 2217 Oliver Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405.  A receipt will come from Minneapolis Parks, and the Gilroy family will receive a list of donor names.  Please submit donations by June 1<sup>st</sup> in hopes of installing the bench this summer.\r\n\r\nKIAA thanked retiring board member Ed Pluimer.  Ed has generously served on the board for over 20 years, most recently as Treasurer.  Our neighborhood is grateful for his energy and commitment.\r\n\r\nJeanette then stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year:  SWLRT work including work such as efforts to mitigate potential adverse effects to the neighborhood (if the project comes to pass), support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Raingardens from Metro Blooms, and positive programming for East Cedar Lake (Hidden) Beach.  The “Welcome Orioles” project – an environmental learning program for Kenwood School, co-sponsored with the Cedar Lake Park Association, received a shout-out from neighbors in attendance.\r\n\r\nJeanette introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to herself:  Jack Levi, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Matt Spies (Treasurer Elect), and Shawn Smith.  One new board member, Mark Brown was introduced.  Jeanette made the motion for re-election/election of the 2016-17 board, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\nKIAA would like to thank neighbors that supported KIAA financially at the gathering and throughout the year.  It helps us fund activities and keep our neighborhood strong!\r\n\r\nOther updates, action between meetings:\r\n\r\nThe 2015 KIAA Annual Report was approved by the board on April 28<sup>th</sup>.  The Annual Report is required by the City of Minneapolis Community Participation Program.  The report was prepared by Mike Bono with input from KIAA board members, and submitted by the 4/29 deadline.\r\n\r\nMatt and Julia Spies’s are requesting a variance for a remodel on their home.  As the Spies proactively partnered with their neighbors, KIAA supports their variance.  The variance will be reviewed at the Board of Adjustment meeting on June 9<sup>th</sup>.\r\n\r\nThere will be a Kenwood Neighborhood Rummage Festival of June 10-12<sup>th</sup>.  Please join your neighbors and plan a rummage sale during those dates!  If you are not able to have your own rummage sale, please consider donating to the Kenwood Elementary School Benefit Rummage Sale at the Kenwood Rec Center.   The rummage runs June 11 from 9-2PM. Donations can be dropped off at the Kenwood Recreation Center on June 10<sup>th</sup> from 4-6PM.  100% of proceeds benefit the Kenwood School.  Volunteers are needed to price goods, manage the sale, and haul goods to charity at 2PM on the 11<sup>th</sup>.  Contact Angie Erdrich to volunteer:  angie_sandeep@yahoo.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood.  If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us.  If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>April 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met April 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nVice Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirectors present:  Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies (Minutes), Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Jack Levi.  Absent:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith, Josine Peters, Jim Gilroy.  Also present:  Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\nUnanimous Approval of the Agenda\r\n<h1>City Council Update -  Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Upcoming Lunch with Lisas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>April 27  – Discussion with Made Here, the creative place-making initiative to fill empty downtown storefronts</li>\r\n	<li>May – Bill Leaf will talk about tourism master planning</li>\r\n	<li>June  – Field trip to Claire Givens Violin, premier violin reconstruction/repair; 40 people may attending in two groups of 20.  Contact Lisa’s office if you would like to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping starting April 13 running through May 9</li>\r\n	<li>Yard waste pickup will begin in Kenwood on April 11</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa highlighted the state of the Hennepin/Lyndale Reconstruction Project road closures</li>\r\n	<li>On April 21, Board of Adjustment will be hearing variance for property at 2401 Sheridan Ave.  Adjacent residents will receive a notice in the mail by April 10<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa provided an overview of her and Council Member Barb Johnsons plan for the city to work with the Park Board to provide funding for neighborhood parks</li>\r\n	<li>The Annual Gathering will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include a brief meeting:  the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association activities for the year.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lakes, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>As an action taken between meetings, the board approved the hiring of Red Wagon Pizza, and will be paid for by KIAA funds estimated at $1890.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Annual Gathering - All</h1>\r\n<strong>2016/2017 Budgeting</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The board discussed the merits and limitations of creating a budget for the 2016/2017 operating year.   The primary concern and is the complexity of the requirements for using various funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt Spies will coordinate an assembly of board members to explore ways to implement a framework for spending and raising KIAA funds.</li>\r\n	<li>Park Board has indicated that they do not have capacity for an additional movie in the park for summer 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>An Oriole feeding station will be installed in Cedar Lake Park between May 3 – May 17 by Kenwood Elementary School students.  The project is sponsored by Birchbark Books.  Bird watching volunteers are needed.  Contact <a href=\"mailto:Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com\">Angie_Sandeep@yahoo.com</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>NOTE: The following information was approved to be added to the minutes by a motion taken after the meeting.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith (update provided in abstentia)</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Since the March KIAA meeting, letters opposing the current SWLRT Kenilworth Plan were sent to Governor Dayton, Lt Governor Smith.  An aide in Governor Dayton’s office responded and assisted in getting a response from Adam Duininck, Chair, Metropolitan Council.  The letter thanked KIAA for our participation in the process and informed the following points:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Final EIS will be published in 2<sup>nd</sup> Quarter of 2016, and no other responses will be forthcoming until then.  In the EIS will be the answers to KIAAs (and others) DEIS and SDEIS responses.</li>\r\n	<li>There will be a ten day public comment period</li>\r\n	<li>There will be no process for resolution of further concerns as this is not a part of the process of the National Environmental Protection Act process.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn expressed to the aide in Governor Dayton’s office that securing a form response from Mr Duininck was secondary to our concerns.  He asked for Governor Dayton to confirm that he was aware of and supports or does not support the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>That a derailment collision between an ethanol train and light rail train will be a significant danger to the community and Target Field.</li>\r\n	<li>That other less expensive and more flexible options for transit exist, including bus rapid transit</li>\r\n	<li>That the Chain of Lakes could be degraded due to pile driving</li>\r\n	<li>The Met Council is a defendant in a lawsuit over failure to disclose discussions of other routes</li>\r\n	<li>That ridership of an Uptown line would well exceed the current alignment</li>\r\n	<li>That projected ridership figures at 21<sup>st</sup> St Station are not credible</li>\r\n	<li>That there will be 22 hours of contiguous noise every five minutes in one of the quietest areas in Minneapolis</li>\r\n	<li>That not one low income neighborhood will be within reasonable walking distance of any Minneapolis station.</li>\r\n	<li>We asked for an appointment with the Governor.  There was no response.  Shawn waited ten days and said that because the Governor failed to respond, we would need to inform our constituents that our elected officials and the Governor are aware of the above controversies and find them to be acceptable.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Larry Moran at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is our Annual Neighborhood Gathering on Monday, May 2nd at 6 p.m. at the Kenwood Corner in front of The Kenwood and BeArtrageous. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org   </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> March 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met March 7th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi.  Also present Patrick Sadler, Pat Scott, Phil Nordberg, Laureen Carlson, Will Stensrud\r\n\r\nMarch Agenda was Approved Unanimously\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Patrick Sadler, Lisa Goodman’s Office</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Community Planning and Economic Development plan for both Ward 7 and the city were provided.  Any residents that would like a copy can contact Lisa’s office or go to the City Website.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be Noon, March 30<sup>th</sup> at St Thomas Opus Hall; the topic is Sister Cities of Minneapolis.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work continues on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Please contact Lisa’s office to receive email updates on construction closures.</li>\r\n	<li>The Workplace Partnership Meetings proceed to review sick time and paid time off policy.  A final recommendation is due March 16.</li>\r\n	<li>There are openings on multiple boards and commissions in Minneapolis.  Any interested residents can apply via the city website.</li>\r\n	<li>The Community Connection Conference is Saturday April 2<sup>nd</sup> at the Minneapolis Convention Center to kick off 3 Year Planning for Minneapolis 2040.  The public is invited.  Jeanette suggested that Lisa’s office post information to Next Door to ensure the 7<sup>th</sup> Ward is represented if nobody from KIAA is able to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Reduced pricing is being offered for rain barrels and compost bins.  <a href=\"http://www.recycleminnesota.org/\">www.recycleminnesota.org</a>. The city will also have a limited number of trees available to residents for $25.  You can order a tree for your property beginning March 21, see <a href=\"http://www.treetrust.org/\">www.treetrust.org</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Request for Support of Variance for Accessory Dwelling, 2401 Sheridan Ave S – Phil Nordberg and Laureen Carlson</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Phil and Laureen requested variance support from KIAA to be able to add a bathroom and categorize their garage as an ADU.  The overall footprint will not change.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is generally supportive.  The petitioners have not spoken to each neighbor but will be sending out notices to all neighbors within 300 feet.  Jeanette motioned to support the variances, contingent that neighbors are all informed and have no objections.  Motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Matt is in the process of confirming the open swim, pop up playground, and other activities for Summer 2016.  Event schedules will be published in Hill and Lakes Press.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette signed the agreement for extra police patrols.  With the warm weather, Matt is working with Park Police to start patrols.</li>\r\n	<li>Activities are being coordinated with Kenwood School, including bird watching.  Volunteers are needed to lead school hikes in April and May, please contact Angie Erdrich at angie_sandeep@yahoo.com</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Shawn shared that since the last meeting, letters were sent to the FTA, Senator Klobuchar, Senator Franken, and Rep Ellison as KIAA continues to escalate neighborhood concerns over this project.</li>\r\n	<li>A letter was also sent to Governor Dayton and Lt Governor Smith, with copies of the letters sent to the State and Federal officials asking for his support in getting a meaningful response to neighborhood concerns, which are centered on the risks and ripple effects of co-location of SWLRT and ethanol trains.  His office responded with questions, and KIAA is preparing a communication to send back.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette will invite Sophia Ginis from the Met Council to our April meeting since she did not respond to our March meeting invitation.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion that despite our concerns, planning moves ahead unabated.  All are encouraged to contact their elected officials if they have concerns over co-location, noise, vibration, cost, etc</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA has been actively communicating neighborhood concerns to local, state, and federal officials.  Due to an overall lack of responsiveness to those, the board approved a motion to send communication to President Obama, which will represent the highest level of escalation, and likely final, that the board will take.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Annual Meeting - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Annual Meeting will be Monday May 2<sup>nd</sup> at Kenwood Corner.  All neighbors are invited to attend.  The meeting will include the election of the KIAA Board and a recap of association financials.  This has been a fun annual event in the past couple of years, so please plan to come out and meet your board and connect with neighbors.</li>\r\n	<li>The meeting will be announced via Hill and Lake Press, the Spring Newsletter, and Next Door.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie, Josine, and Matt are researching options for food to reduce costs from last year.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Board Succession Planning - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         With Ed stepping down, KIAA will need to fill the Treasurer role starting May 2016.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is actively seeking new board members.  We need neighbors that are willing to volunteer 3-4 hours per month either as a board member or support a subcommittee.  There are several board members that have served for a decade or more and are looking to retire.  We need your help to fill these positions to continue the level of thoroughness being delivered today.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA is seeking a representative for the Green Zone work being done by the city.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:36 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>February 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met February 1st, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Josine Peters.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick, Meg Forney, Amanda Vallone, and Jody Strakosch\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will be February 24<sup>th</sup>.  The topic will be the City Workforce Training and Equity programs on Job Training.</li>\r\n	<li>2431 22<sup>nd</sup> St W ownership has requested a historic review and may be requesting a variance to the board in the near future.  Neighbors are reminded that KIAA is typically notified of variance requests and can help navigate the process.</li>\r\n	<li>The city prefers that the SWLRT station be called “Cedar Lake Station.”  The Met Council has suggested that 21<sup>st</sup> St Station is not a clear indicator of the location of the station but has asked for input.  (KIAA hesitates to put forth a suggestion because KIAA does not support co-location of freight and light rail, but if KIAA were to have a preference it would be West 21<sup>st</sup> St.)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Closing the Gap in Our Parks - Meg Forney</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meg is looking for volunteers to work for a Citizens Group to get signatures to support a referendum on the ballot for “The Closing of the Gap” for funding of $15M/year for the next 20 years to implement repairs in neighborhood parks.  If residents are interested, please contact Meg or Anita Tabb at the Park Board.  Additional information is available on the Park Board website.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Funding Recommendation – Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The success at East Cedar Lake Beach to reduce crime was in large part due to the partnership between KIAA and the Park Police.  The recommendation from Chief Ohotto was to spend $5000 for 2016 vs $8000 spent last year.  Police reports were reduced from 101 in 2014 to 56 in 2015.</li>\r\n	<li>The board voted unanimously to spend $5000 for additional police patrols at ECLB in 2016 and be active early in the season.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that two disbursements were made in January relating to SWLRT planning and the Metro Blooms project.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Thrill Kenwood – Amanda Vallone</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>This event raised $400 for The Bridge for Youth.</li>\r\n	<li>The 1<sup>st</sup> annual Rock Kenwood Dance Party will be held at the Rec Center on Saturday February 27<sup>th</sup> from 3-6PM.  There will be a DJ, contests, crafting, and more.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt recapped the recent committee meeting and the programming ideas for 2016.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log rolling and Open Swim are planned to continue in 2016.</li>\r\n	<li>New ideas include puppet shows, art activities, potlucks, and more.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA is considering putting forth up to $2000 of additional funding for activities, and discussed how to engage neighbors that might be interested in donating funds to support the activities.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jody Strakosch, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody represents KIAA on the Community Advisory Committee.  Jody reported that the November and December meetings were cancelled by the Met Council.  In the January meeting, progress updates were shared by the project office.  Final environmental impact statement is due in April.  Civil construction will begin fall of 2016.  There will be 29 private properties impacted by construction in Minneapolis, primarily adjacent to the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn reported that some responses were received from correspondence to Minnesota Senators and Representatives on the Transportation Committees.  Some responded to take KIAA response under advisement, and some spoke in favor of KIAA’s position opposing co-location.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn brought a motion to continue to present KIAA’s position opposing co-location to FTA officials in the Chicago office that are working with the Met Council on the alignment.  The board unanimously approved to send a letter.  Shawn will circulate it as an action between meetings for board review and final approval.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette is working to identify a point of contact for the Restorative Justice Program, who would coordinate community service work for the people in the program.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA recognizes Stephen Dean and his long standing contributions to the neighborhood. Kathie Constantine shared that his tailoring business in Downtown Kenwood is expected to close at the end of March.  He kept the neighborhood looking good with the many fine seams, hems, and alterations he provided over his 40 years in business, and we wish him well in retirement.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:46 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>January 2016 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met January 4th, 2016 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Chair Jeanette Colby, Vice Chair Larry Moran, Treasurer Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy, Matt Spies, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (Recording Secretary).  Absent:  Angie Erdrich, Mike Bono.  Also present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n\r\n<strong>The Agenda was Approved Unanimously</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>A body was found frozen in the ice in the channel between Lake Calhoun and Lake of the Isles on January 4<sup>th</sup>.  It is not known to be a crime related situation and there is no danger to the public.  Residents are encouraged to demonstrate caution before proceeding to go out on the ice, especially areas that are not designated for winter recreational use.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa is on Wednesday January 27<sup>th</sup>, the topic is a preview of the 2016 state legislative session. Senator Dibble among other elected officials are expected to attend.  Please contact Lisa’s office if you plan to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin/Lyndale utility work continues.  Sewer work will be necessary on Vineland Place near the Walker and Sculpture Garden.  Construction updates and road closures are available via Lisa’s office in her email updates.</li>\r\n	<li>Residents are advised that there needs to be a minimum 5 foot clearance on either side of alleys and driveways.  Neighbors are having difficulties accessing driveways and alleys when visitors or residents are parked within 5 feet of one.  This has been a challenge particularly at Kenwood Corner.  If access is blocked, neighbors can call 311 for assistance.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed updated KIAA that the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District paid KIAA for the 15 neighborhood Raingarden projects.  KIAA will in turn pay MetroBlooms with these funds, as well as the KIAA share of $1134, approved at the December Meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Noise Issues</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Local businesses are advised to ensure that their garbage and recycling services are observing local noise ordinances.  Garbage and recycling are not to be picked up prior to 6AM.  We love our local businesses.  Neighbors observing violations are encouraged to speak to the business owner first, and if unresolved then take a photo of the truck and email KIAA or Lisa Goodman’s office and we will contact the refuse service.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt updated KIAA that the next ECLB Committee Meeting will take place on Tuesday Jan 26<sup>th</sup> at 7PM at the Kenwood Community Center.  All are welcome.</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Matt will invite Park Police Chief Ohotto to the February meeting to start the dialogue on the strategy for the summer of 2016.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette reported that the SWLRT environmental impact statement will not consider impacts of freight rail changes in the Kenilworth Corridor funded by the project, according to a recent email from the Southwest Project Office.  These changes include moving the rail much closer to homes, upgrading the tracks, building a bridge across the Kenilworth Canal, and removing many trees and green spaces.  Further, although the SWLRT project will spend tens of millions of dollars to “co-locate” freight and light rail, the Met Council says it “is not making freight rail permanent” in the Kenilworth Corridor.  KIAA is concerned that the upgraded freight rail infrastructure could encourage more trains at higher speeds, and create additional noise and safety concerns.  KIAA believes the SDEIS is flawed because it does not treat freight as a permanent condition, and therefore adverse impacts are understated.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette attended the section 106 meeting on December 3<sup>rd</sup>.  Section 106 protects historic properties impacted by federally funded projects.  The Kenilworth Channel is protected by section 106.  With input by Michael Schroeder of the MPRB, a bridge design has been agreed upon and the historic WPA retaining walls on the east side of the proposed bridge are now under consideration.  A memorandum of understanding will be developed in the coming months, and KIAA will decide whether or not to sign it when the time comes.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn, on behalf of KIAA, contacted each member of the Minnesota Senate and House Transportation Committees to surface the board’s continued concerns with co-location.  KIAA asked that the $135M of the state portion of the funding be put on hold.  This is to be voted on in the upcoming legislative session.  KIAA maintains that in a time of increased concern over rail safety, co-location of light rail and ethanol trains will pose a continual and sustained danger to the Kenwood neighborhood should there be a derailment. and we remain opposed to co-location.  The Minneapolis City Council, knowing of this risk, has nonetheless approved co-location, so KIAA is appealing to the state level.</li>\r\n	<li>County Commissioner Marion Greene is planning a public meeting on Wednesday, February 3<sup>rd</sup>.  KIAA will post time and place to NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Angie Erdrich will post in Next Door Kenwood a notice to invite neighbors to determine interest for the MetroBlooms Raingarden program for 2016</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Lake of the Isles Skating Party is Sunday, January 24<sup>th</sup>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:38 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>December 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met December 7th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Larry Moran, Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Jim Gilroy, Jack Levi, Josine Peters  Also Present CM Lisa Goodman, Jean Deatrick\r\n<h1>Agenda was approved unanimously</h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since November Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby composed a letter to the SWLRT Corridor Management Committee articulating KIAA concerns that the SDEIS had shortcomings.  These arise from Met Council’s decision to treat freight rail as an “existing condition.” However, the SWLRT proposes creating permanent freight rail infrastructure where only temporary rail exists, and SDEIS failed to properly consider the safety, environmental, vibration, noise, and economic impact of that decision with freight rail as an existing condition.  In the December meeting, KIAA members voted in favor of sending the letter prior to the CMC.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City Council Update – Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>December 9<sup>th</sup> is the final opportunity for residents to testify at the City Council meeting regarding the 2016 budget and taxes.  Lisa encourages residents to appear in person or email their city representatives to provide testimony and input on how residential tax revenue is generated and spent.  This meeting will be in the past by the time these minutes are published, however residents are notified well in advance of the annual hearing in their Truth in Taxation statements for future tax years.</li>\r\n	<li>Lunch with Lisa will resume in January.  December 14<sup>th</sup> marks the annual December Later with Lisa event at the Normandy Inn.</li>\r\n	<li>Utility work is continuing on the Hennepin/Lyndale reconstruction.  Infrastructure has deteriorated further than expected and the project is approximately 6 weeks behind.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa confirmed that a variance at 2432 Sheridan Ave S was approved by the city.  This was endorsed by KIAA at the November meeting.  KIAA will seek input as broadly as possible for future requests</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed provided prior the meeting a recap of monies received from KIAA members as well as November transactions (expenditures), and these were discussed in the meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>The source of the remainder of Rain Garden funding was discussed.  Jeanette moved to use money from the NRP neighborhood livability Phase II fund.  Passed unanimously.  Mike Bono agreed to ensure that all city requirements were met to utilize that fund.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Resolution regarding Jean Deatrick’s contract – Ed Pluimer, Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jean’s contract is set to expire at the end of the year.  Jean supports KIAA with communication, publication of the minutes, announcements, reimbursements, and other administrative activities.  Mike moved to extend her contract under the same terms until December 31<sup>st</sup> 2016.  Ed seconded the motion.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEast Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies\r\n<h1>·         Matt is reaching out to the Park Board to align on proposed activities for summer 2016.  KIAA continues to work on ensuring ECLB will be able to be used safely by all residents.  There will be a public meeting in January to discuss 2016 strategies, date/time/place to be posted on Nextdoor Kenwood.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA increased funding in 2015 to support existing funding from the Park Board et al, and research will be done to understand how much funding will be in place from other sources prior to a KIAA funding commitment for 2016.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Discussion continued from the November meeting regarding engaging state and federal officials over ongoing concerns for rail safety as well as other unaddressed concerns.  KIAA will contact state level transportation bill conferees to raise the concerns before end of year, and then again as State Legislators go back into session in February.  KIAA will also contact Federal Transit officials in advance of final funding of the line to ensure that federal officials are aware of local concerns with regard to safety, environmental, noise, vibration, and economic adverse effects not sufficiently addressed in the SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>New Business - All</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Metro Blooms is asking if KIAA would be interested in partnering on Rain Gardens again in 2016.  Angie will inform them of KIAA interest, pending gauging neighborhood interest.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:33 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, January 4th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service, and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>November 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met November 2nd, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.</p>\r\n Directors present:  Jeanette Colby, Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Josine Peters\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Action Taken Since October Meeting</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA sent a response to the SWLRT project office regarding SWLRT Section 106 meeting Sept 23<sup>rd</sup>, as it relates to concerns over the traffic study.  There is a discrepancy in the ridership numbers vs SDEIS.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Variance Request for Peterson Residence, 2432 Sheridan Ave S</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Request made in person by owners to enlarge the structure, extending a less than six foot variance along the property line.  A second variance was requested to extend the garage by five feet closer to the street, which is still within the set back.  Angie motioned to support, Matt to second, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws, Articles – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed changes to KIAA bylaws to modernize them, having consulted with Robert Cooper of the City of Minneapolis legal department.  For example, serving information via email vs paper mail, yet preserving multi modal communication which would include an annual newsletter or mailings at the discretion of KIAA.  Ed moved that KIAA approve the rewritten bylaws which would then be filed with the state, and stored on KIAA’s website.  Passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed then moved to change articles of incorporation to update the registered office of KIAA to the Kenwood Rec Center.  Matt seconded, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Rain Gardens – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie moved to pay $1134 for KIAA cost share to Metro Blooms (or up to $1200 in case of minor variance in the final invoice).  The costs increased due to decreased participation due to untenable soil conditions or other issues that were not able to be mitigated.  Motion seconded by Jim, passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>The raingarden at Kenwood Corner was paid for by the private donations and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  In order to finalize funding, a sign is needed.  The sign will be reviewed as action taken outside the meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach (ECLB)– Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         ECLB committee met in October to debrief the year and start planning for next year.  Residents that have ideas for activities for 2016 are encouraged to contact Matt Spies.  2015 saw a tremendous amount of success and KIAA is excited to build on this success but needs continued neighborhood engagement even if there was an increase in usage via activities and a decrease in criminal activity.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Engagement with Anita Tabb and the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board was also discussed as an offline action.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>KIAA discussed whether to continue to engage in SWLRT via writing letters to state and federal officials addressing co-location concerns in the Kenilworth Corridor as KIAA was unable to gain support at the city level.  Specifically, to petition state and federal officials to withhold funding due to continuing and increasing concerns over the danger of the co-location of ethanol trains and SWLRT.  Further action to be taken between meetings, but accountability of individual public officials will be the focus, specifically, their knowledge of the risks, and how they plan to vote, is the plan of action via written correspondence.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood general community update.  Jeanette will encourage CM Greene to have the meeting, KIAA will not formally participate.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:43 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, December 7th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> October 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met October 5th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Shawn Smith (minute taker).  Absent:  Matt Spies, Angie Erdrich.\r\n\r\nOthers present:  CM Lisa Goodman, Marc Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), 2 other attendees\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The September lunch with Lisa had over 75 attendees to hear about the Nicollet Mall renovation.  At the October Lunch with Lisa Wed Oct 21<sup>st</sup>, to commemorate the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, State Senator Steve Simon will speak about the Voting Rights Act.  Room 334 of the St Thomas Law School.  All are welcome to attend, please RSVP in advance to Lisa’s office.</li>\r\n	<li>Fall street sweeping will start on October 20<sup>th</sup>.  Please watch for parking restrictions.  Social media will be used to communicate dates.</li>\r\n	<li>Cedar Lake Parkway will be repaved – from 394 to the BNSF bridge.  It will start October 19<sup>th</sup>, last 6 days, and be a complete closure.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a discussion regarding variances and tear downs.  Neighbors are encouraged to review variance proposals with KIAA board so the board can be aware of variance requests.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed attended to any previously discussed financial compliance and efficiency concerns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Changes to Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed proposed that bylaws be examined and modernized.  For example, the bylaws state that minutes must be maintained in a book.  However, now electronic copies are preferred to minimize paper waste.  Also that 1<sup>st</sup> class mail is used for communications, and now electronic notice is more economical and more efficient.  There was also a discussion on how to document action (votes) taken outside of meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark re-requested funding from KIAA for a rechargeable sound system to be used for neighborhood programming, at a cost of $2200.  Motion to fund passed with two abstentions.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Hennepin Lake Community Wine Tasting Fundraiser – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<h1>·         KIAA is selling tickets to the event which is being held on Wed October 28<sup>th</sup>.  Advance ticket sales benefit KIAA.  Please email Jeanette Colby; email is available on the KIAA website.</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit Project – Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>It was noted that each member of the City Council, Mayor Hodges, and Peter Wagenius received a copy of the KIAA SDEIS with a request to require more information regarding mitigation, co-location, and construction concerns prior to granting municipal consent.  However, there was no response to KIAA from the Mayor or the Council and all city council members voted the same as prior municipal consent.</li>\r\n	<li>Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene has proposed a neighborhood Q/A meeting for any outstanding questions regarding the SWLRT project.  Jeanette and Shawn will post to Nextdoor Kenwood this opportunity to have a dialogue, to gauge neighborhood interest.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette outlined the finding to the Section 106 Traffic Study.  The finding in the study was that there would not be substantial changes to traffic near historic 106 properties.  The findings of the study appear to be inconsistent with the SDEIS statements regarding how many riders will use the 21<sup>st</sup> St Station and how riders will access the station.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will draft a letter to state and federal officials highlighting the danger of co-location of ethanol trains and high voltage LRT wires in the Kenilworth Corridor.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Announcements/New Business – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>East Cedar Lake Beach Committee continues to meet monthly.  Meetings are posted to Nextdoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n	<li>Thrill Kenwood is Saturday October 24<sup>th</sup>, at 3PM.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:40 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, November 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSeptember 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes\r\n<p align=\"left\"> KIAA Board met September 14th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\"> Chair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\n Board Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Park Police Chief Ohotto, Mark Holtey (Kenwood Rec Center), Jean Deatrich (Hill and Lakes), and 6 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>September Agenda was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>Recognition for Kathy Low for her participation in KIAA and to Larry Moran for Chairing KIAA for the past three years.</li>\r\n	<li>It was agreed that a November KIAA newsletter will be published and mailed.  Articles will be needed and will need to be sent to Jean Deatrich.</li>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich led a discussion regarding the final cost of the Raingarden Project, which will be finalized at a future date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Bylaw and Finance Update – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Ed shared that he will put together a list of proposed bylaw changes that were discussed at the July KIAA meeting to be submitted.</li>\r\n	<li>Ed gave an overview of committed and past spending as a follow up to the account balance update emailed prior to the meeting.  It was determined to maintain one KIAA account going forward, instead of two, and Ed named some follow up tasks that he would tend to in order to ensure KIAA is compliant with the city policy, and it was also determined to maintain a May 31<sup>st</sup> fiscal year end and coincide with the annual election of the KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Rec Center – Mark Holtey</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mark requested funding from KIAA for the replacement of 3 picnic tables and a sound system.  A vote was deferred until ownership of the space where the picnic tables is housed could be confirmed.  Additionally, it was suggested that the Rec Center request funding from the Park Board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto/Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<h1>·         Chief Ohotto shared that police reports for ECLB were 69 in 2015 vs 2014 last year.  Most reports were misdemeanors.  He attributes the reduction to Matt Spies and his task force and the community involvement at the beach, as well as concerned residents calling 911 when incidents occurred.  Chief Ohotto recommended continued KIAA-funded hours and activities moving forward.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Subcommittee Meeting is on October 13<sup>th</sup> at 7PM, Kenwood Rec Center.  Residents are encouraged to attend.</li>\r\n	<li>Permit Parking was discussed as a deterrent.  There is a Next Door thread discussing a petition to request it to deter beach attendance.  KIAA in the past has recommended that this is not a viable solution to deter crime, however agreed that the SubCommittee should reevaluate this as a solution to ensure that any recommendation reflects current views.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Amanda Vallone - beArtrageous</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Amanda on behalf of beArtrageous proposed some activities for ECLB for 2016.  Activities would be for residents of all ages:  potlucks, craft parties, coffee and sunset gatherings, etc.  Activities would be funded by CPP or participants.</li>\r\n	<li>Amanda requested funding from KIAA to fund Thrill Kenwood on October 24<sup>th</sup>.  The activity is a neighborhood dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at the corner of Penn and 21<sup>st</sup> St.   Proceeds go to Bridge for Youth, and emergency Shelter for for 10-17 year old youth.  KIAA approved $800 to fund the event, about 40% of the budget.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>MPRB Ice Rink Warming Hut – Cliff Swenson/Kathy Spraitz</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>MPRB is considering updating the warming hut (without disruption to the footprint or skating area) at Lake of the Isles and across other rinks in the park system.  MPRB is beginning the process of informing city boards about the redesign, and if the project moves forward there would be a community engagement process in the future.  Goal is to have the project done by Fall 2017.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Southwest Light Rail Transit – Jeanette Colby/Shawn Smith/Jody Strakosch</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jody updated from the Community Advisory Committee, which met recently and the Project Office is proceeding as if they have full funding.  Jody asked that the key elements of the project be a standing topic on the agenda going forward, including co-location, noise, vibration, etc.  Meetings occur the 4<sup>th</sup> Thursday of every month.</li>\r\n	<li>Jeanette offered to contact County Commissioner Marion Greene to see if we would conduct a public hearing to ask questions.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA agreed to distribute the SDEIS response to additional public officials.  The purpose is to gain support to get answers to those questions posed in the response, submitted to the Project Office in July 2015, that have yet to be answered.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, October 5th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>July 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met July 6th, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Jeanette Colby called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Jeanette Colby, Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Lisa Goodman, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee and KIAA Board Member-Elect), Jean Deatrick, and 2 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>Opening Business</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby nominated Matt Spies to the board and his appointment was approved unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>City of Minneapolis Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be August 26<sup>th</sup>.  Topic is TBD and Lisa is seeking input on ideas of broad interest to the ward.</li>\r\n	<li>NextDoor Kenwood will be increasingly used by the city for announcements and crime alerts, so neighbors are encouraged to sign up for the site.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a general discussion regarding street paving and repair.  Lisa encourages neighbors to call 3-1-1 to report any potholes in need of fill.  Major repaving for roads in need of repair could result in a potentially significant tax assessment for property owners on the street repaired.</li>\r\n	<li>Because of the buffer zone around parkland, it was emphasized that feral cats are not allowed in much of the Kenwood neighborhood, and should be reported to animal control.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Financial Report/Bylaws – Ed Pluimer</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Year end financial recaps were circulated to KIAA board members prior to the July meeting.  The balance sheet will be attached to the CPP annual report to be sent to the city.  KIAA fiscal year runs from June 1 to May 31 due to the timing of the election of the board in May.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA bylaws have not been updated in several years.  Ed offered to chair a subcommittee to review where updates should be made to allow more relevant communication methods, eg allowing electronic communication vs by US Mail.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>CPP Annual Report – Mike Bono</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette moved that the KIAA 2014 CPP Annual report be approved and sent to the city, and the motion was unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Dinkytown Historic Commercial Preservation – Jeanette Colby</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The city is voting July 10<sup>th</sup> regarding preservation of the Dinkytown business district.  KIAA will circulate the letter from the preservation group should Kenwood residents wish to show support.  KIAA will not file a formal support with the city but voted to send a statement to the City Council in support of the Marcy Holmes Neighborhood Association (Dinkytown) in its adherence to its neighborhood small area plan.  Small area plans are developed with broad community input and may put parameters on developers to preserve neighborhood history and aesthetics.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Uptown Neighborhoods Working Group (UNWG) – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Per UNWG request, Josine attended the recent meeting of the working group and will provide input into the decisions and discussions related to the Uptown neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Raingardens Project – Angie Erdrich</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The installations of raingardens in Kenwood continue to have interest in the neighborhood and Angie will continue to provide input and updates to Metro Blooms and KIAA.  20 Residences are approved to be funded by Metro Blooms and KIAA.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Log Rolling continues to be a popular event – future dates will be announced on NextDoor Kenwood.  Open Water Swimming, sponsored by YWCA, is rolling out this summer.</li>\r\n	<li>Pledges have been raised for $1350 to fund a pop-up Adventure Park, 3 events to occur this summer.  Matt requested $750 in funding from KIAA to reach the goal of $3000 and for a fund to be established to be administered by KIAA to house the funding as it is collected.  Jeanette so moved and the motion passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Crime and Safety – Chief Ohotto provided an update in advance of the meeting that crime is down from prior years.  There are still some incidents that have required police response but of less frequency and severity vs prior summers.  Ed Pluimer reminded the board that $8K was allocated for increased police patrols this summer.  KIAA will continue to evaluate the effectiveness of the expenditure.</li>\r\n	<li>The next ECLB subcommittee meeting will be July 14<sup>th</sup> at Kenwood Rec Center and will be published on NextDoor Kenwood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Supplementary Draft EIS Response – Shawn Smith</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS response was submitted to the board for review prior to the meeting.  There was a general discussion regarding edits related to construction impacts, property values.  Angie moved to approve the response with amendments, and the motion passed unanimously.  The amendments to increase the focus on the response relating to construction short term impacts (noise, vibration, road damage).  The KIAA response will be submitted to the Met Council, and a response will be requested, by the July 21<sup>st</sup> deadline.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Investing in Neighborhood Parks/Closing the Gap – Josine Peters</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Minneapolis Park and Rec Board is conducting neighborhood hearings through late September to discuss the current state of Minneapolis Parks and those in need of repairs that may have been deferred.  Please see the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board for dates on upcoming hearings.  You can also email <a href=\"mailto:closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org\">closingthegap@minneapolisparks.org</a> for information and input.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Jeanette Colby at 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, August 3rd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>June 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met June 1st, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoard Members present:  Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Ed Pluimer, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present:  Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and Jean Deatrich, and 3 other neighbors\r\n<h1><em> </em></h1>\r\n<h1>City Council Update – CM Lisa Goodman</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There will not be a Lunch with Lisa in June or July.  The next will be August 6<sup>th</sup>, topic is TBD.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa is sending out a weekly downtown event and construction alert including sporting and arts events and street closures.  Future emails will include the reconstruction of Hennepin at Lyndale, Nicollet Mall Reconstruction, etc. Residents can sign up for the weekly Friday email by emailing Lisa’s office.  She is hopeful that the information will help residents and visitors get around town a little easier with all the construction and exciting downtown events.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Streets events are starting, sponsored by the city and the Bicycle Coalition.  There will be road closures and roads will be open to pedestrians and bikers.  Go to <a href=\"http://www.openstreetsmpls.com/\">www.openstreetsmpls.com</a> for more information.</li>\r\n	<li>With the warm weather approaching, residents are advised to keep garages and homes locked when not home.  This will deter crimes of opportunity.  Also, keep valuables out of sight in your car, and keep your car locked even when it is in your garage.  Residents are encouraged to call 911 if you see any suspicious activity.  This will help control crimes of opportunity.</li>\r\n	<li>The City and the Park Board advise to water trees regularly, and advise against pruning ash trees, which can spread the Emerald Ash borer.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update (ECLB, “Hidden Beach”) – Matt Spies</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Activities are being planned to increase resident usage of the beach.  Activities will mainly be sponsored by a 3<sup>rd</sup> party, not the Park Board or City.  Matt will submit an article to Hill and Lakes Press with more information in an upcoming issue.</li>\r\n	<li>The first log roll was held on Saturday May 30th with about 25 attendees.</li>\r\n	<li>Open Lake Swimming is in the planning stages, similar Lake Nokomis Open Swim.  The intent is to give residents the opportunity to swim in open water for exercise and triathlon training.  Also for trained swimmers that do not have access to a pool.  The open swim events will be managed by the YMCA.</li>\r\n	<li>Other events are being planned, such as morning meditations, arts events, and more.  Announcements will be shared via the Nextdoor Kenwood website, so please sign up for the site for alerts on upcoming events.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is working to see if a sign can be secured to post at the entrance of the beach area announcing the schedule of activities.</li>\r\n	<li>Matt is doing an amazing job leading the ECLB subcommittee and KIAA appreciates his dedication and effort to bring fun activities to ECLB for everyone.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Neighborhood Priority Plan – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low outlined the revised neighborhood priority plan that was drafted to direct activities and advise the expenditure of Community Participation Program funds.  Changes to the former plan were advised in response to a recent survey of residents and ongoing KIAA priorities.  Kathy did not seek re-election and was handing the work off to the board.</li>\r\n	<li>Included in the plan is SWLRT work, additional police patrols for ECLB, monthly newsletter, and neighborhood programming activities.</li>\r\n	<li>The final revised plan will be submitted to the city and put on record in the KIAA archives.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The SDEIS is now published which reflects co-location of Light Rail and Freight Rail.  LRT Done Right is drafting a response to the SDEIS (Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement).  Jeanette Colby proposed that KIAA utilize the LRT Done Right as a foundation to the response for KIAA.  The responses are due by July 6<sup>th</sup> unless an extension is granted.  KIAA will draft a response representative of views expressed by residents and an evaluation of the SDEIS.  Any resident can review the SDEIS at <a href=\"http://www.metrocouncil.org/\">www.metrocouncil.org</a>.  Residents are encouraged to review environmental findings and mitigation plans and provide input to the Met Council directly.  The City of Minneapolis and Park Board are each planning to submit a response to the SDEIS in addition to those of LRT Done Right and KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>KIAA will continue to be involved with the Citizens Advisory Committee.  KIAA did not support co-location of freight and light rail in the Kenilworth Corridor, but will focus the feedback on mitigation that is needed as determined by the board for safety, vibration, noise, light, and economic potential adverse effects on the neighborhood.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Election of KIAA Officers</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Jeanette Colby was elected to Chair of the Board.  Ed Pluimer was re-elected as Treasurer.  Larry Moran was elected Vice Chair, to help oversee that transition of the position of Chair to Jeanette.  Shawn Smith was re-elected to Secretary.  The website will be updated by Jean Deatrich to reflect the officers for the next annual period.  It was noted that new members will be needed to continue the work of the board as some members have served for several terms and new resident participation is needed for succession planning.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:50 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us.  </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, July 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.  KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>May 2015 KIAA 4<sup>th</sup> Annual Gathering</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA had its 4<sup>th</sup> annual gathering on May 5<sup>th</sup> in Downtown Kenwood, in front of BeArtrageous Studio and The Kenwood Restaurant.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">In attendance were the KIAA board, Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene, MPRB Anita Tabb, Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, 8 serving board members up for re-election, and approximately 80 neighbors.</p>\r\nThe gathering began at 6PM. The weather was great and everyone enjoyed complimentary Red Wagon Pizza and beverages provided by KIAA. Janet Hallaway from The Bridge for Youth was available to answer questions regarding her organization and to take donations. BeArtrageous hosted activities for children.\r\n\r\nChair Larry Moran called the meeting part of the gathering to order at 6:45PM. He stated the purpose of the board and highlighted some of the board’s activities in the past year: SWLRT work including work on the CAC and mitigation of potential adverse effects to the neighborhood, support of Rec Center events including Shakespeare in the Park, Movies in the Park, Kenwood Carnival, and the Skating Party. He also introduced Matt Spies, who leads the subcommittee working to address concerns over East Cedar Lake “Hidden” Beach. Angie Erdrich gave an update on the Raingarden to be constructed at Kenwood Corner in August 2015.\r\n\r\nLarry introduced the board members up for re-election in addition to himself: Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Ed Pluimer, and Shawn Smith. Larry made the motion for re-election, and the neighbors voted in favor.\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned at 7PM and the gathering continued so everyone could continue socializing and enjoying more delicious pizza!\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: KIAA board membership is a great way to get informed and engaged in issues affecting our neighborhood. If you are interested in joining the board, we are seeking new members so please contact us. If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more about the association.</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, June 1st from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong> April 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">The KIAA Board met April 6, 2015, at Kenwood Rec Center.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Board Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Jim Gilroy.</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Others present: Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee) and other Kenwood residents</p>\r\n\r\n<h1><strong>7th Ward Update - City Council Member Lisa Goodman </strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Street sweeping on most north/south streets will be the week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; east/west streets and the remaining north/south streets will be the week of April 20<sup>th</sup>. Yard waste pickup begins week of April 13<sup>th</sup>; use compostable bags or yard waste containers.</li>\r\n	<li>The next Lunch with Lisa will be on Wednesday April 29<sup>th</sup>. Olga Viso, Executive Director of the Walker Art Center, will give an in-depth look at the Walker’s $75 million renovation plans, including the Sculpture Garden and improvements to the hill and along Vineland Place. As usual, please arrive between 11:30 - 11:45 am to get lunch and a seat for the program.</li>\r\n	<li>Lisa Goodman is also arranging a visit to the Minneapolis Emergency Operations Center the week of May 4<sup>th</sup> for interested residents. The Center was moved to Fridley and improved after the 35W bridge collapse. Space will be limited. Notice will be sent to anyone who is signed up for her regular notices by email. (Email her office if you would like to be added to her distribution list.)</li>\r\n	<li>Some qualified residents of CIDNA and Lowry Hill have volunteered to be on the Kenilworth Station Art and Landscape Committee that will look at station area design for some of the Minneapolis Southwest Light Rail stations. Selections will be made soon; contact Lisa Goodman’s office if anyone else is interested. KIAA expressed the strong interest in having this committee consider ways that the presence of a station could have a positive impact on problems at East Cedar Lake beach. Lisa Goodman thinks the committee will be focused only on the station design.</li>\r\n	<li>The owners of 1800 Lake/Knox project have stopped pumping water from the basement of the building into Lake Calhoun in accordance with the consent decree.</li>\r\n	<li>The City’s composting program has started; organics can be taken to drop-off sites listed at <a href=\"http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996\">http://minneapolismn.gov/solid-waste/organics/WCMS1P-131996</a>. One of the drop-off sites is the South Transfer Station, 2850 20th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55407. Organics pick up will start in April 2016 for the Kenwood neighborhood. Homeowners will be charged for the service whether they sign up for pick up or not.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Matt Spies</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The East Cedar Lake Beach KIAA subcommittee recently met and also conducted an online survey. Survey results will be posted on NextDoor; there was interest in log-rolling, which could be once/week in partnership with the maker of synthetic logs who lives in the area, as well as point-to-point swimming across Cedar Lake. The Park Board indicated that they would be supportive of this swimming by providing a lifeguard and allowing this activity, which normally is prohibited.</li>\r\n	<li>The subcommittee discussed that the Park Police are best situated to determine when to deploy extra policing funded by KIAA. Josine Peters introduced a resolution to allocate an additional $3,000 (when added to the previously approved $5,000, for a total of $8,000) of remaining KIAA NRP funds to the Police Buy-Back contract with the City. Jack Levi seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Another idea for positive programming at the Beach is a canoe paddle derby. Jeanette Colby has confirmed the details for one KIAA-sponsored event for all ages: the Open Eye Figure Theatre Driveway Tour will be on Friday, June 5th at 7 p.m. at East Cedar Lake Beach. Residents are invited to picnic and enjoy an innovative puppet show. Jeanette Colby introduced a resolution approving $400 for the event; Kathy Low seconded and it passed unanimously.</li>\r\n	<li>Long-term solutions to the problems at the Beach were also discussed at the subcommitee’s recent meeting. Some of the Park Board’s ideas to be considered in the future include fixing up trails and constructing restrooms. <strong>The</strong> suggestion that a CAC be formed as a forum for discussing these kinds of changes was met with enthusiasm.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>SWLRT Discussion - Kathy Low</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy provided an update on the 106 review (environmental review process re: adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties in the neighborhood). KIAA continues to use the PVN consulting firm to assist in our role as consulting party in this process. Kathy proposed a resolution to approve a contract with PVN for 2015 and to add $2,000 to the contract with the City using Neighborhood Priority Plan funds to cover this cost. The consultant will discuss with KIAA what scope of work is requested for each future meeting. It is possible that CIDNA will share in the cost of the consultant’s time to prepare and attend meetings<strong>.</strong> The motion was seconded and carried unanimously. Kathy will attend the next 106 meeting on April 22<sup>nd</sup> and KIAA will seek a new representative for future meetings.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1><strong>KIAA Annual Gathering – Angie Erdrich, Ed Pluimer</strong></h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> outside the downtown Kenwood businesses on West 21<sup>st</sup> Street beginning at 6 pm. BeARTrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Ed proposed a resolution to allocate $100 each to help with expenses those two businesses will incur as well as funds to cover other KIAA expenses for supplies for the event. Kathy Low seconded and the resolution passed unanimously. Delicious individually-prepared pizza will be prepared on site by Red Wagon Pizza. There will be a brief presentation by Chair Larry Moran at 6:30 describing KIAA activities. The 2015-2016 KIAA board will then be elected: new board members are needed and encouraged to attend. Last year was a huge success and all residents are welcome. Donations to the Bridge for Youth will be accepted.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:25 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, May 4th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on 21<sup>st</sup> Street in front of the Kenwood businesses as described above. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident in each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kiaa55405@gmail.com.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>March 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met March 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Mike Bono, Angie Erdrich, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Park Police Chief Jason Ohotto, Matt Spies (ECLB Subcommittee), Dr. Eric Larson, and 6 other attendees and neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>City Council Update</strong>\r\n<h1><em> </em>No Update this month</h1>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Park Police Chief Ohotto</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Chief Ohotto provided an update on how KIAA funding was utilized in the summer of 2014 beach season. A total of 93 hours were utilized by park police for a budget cost of $6084, over the authorization of $5000 by KIAA.</li>\r\n	<li>Most offenses at ECLB are due to narcotics and alcohol. Submitted for the minutes was a 10 year recap of police reports. 2014 had 101 reports written (not necessarily arrests)</li>\r\n	<li>Chief would like to continue to have “buy back” patrols in 2015 and to have funding in place before June for proactive presence at the beach. The Chief’s recommendation was to have an officer present from 11AM till 4PM on scheduled days (from buy back funding), so as not to double up coverage that is regularly scheduled after 2PM till 10PM, based on availability. He also recommended the board reach out to the 5<sup>th</sup> Precinct City Attorney for partnership in increasing awareness of repeat offenders. Further, to reach out to Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams for support.</li>\r\n	<li>Preceding the recommendation of the Hidden Beach task force, which will be provided to KIAA later in March, Jeanette Colby made a motion to authorize $5000 initially pending the recommendation of the committee (to be finalized March 17<sup>th</sup> at the rec center at 6:30, public welcome) and to be revisited at a later date in case extra funding is needed due to ideas that come from the task force. Josine Peters seconded. Unanimously approved.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Discussion</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Larry Moran provided an update from the Community Advisory Committee meeting (Jody Strakosch is the neighborhood CAC representative), which occurs the last Tuesday of each month. Topics included Development Reviews, Community Works, and Design and Engineering. The primary issue was the SDEIS which will be delayed until late Spring or early summer, or later. This is important as SDEIS would speak to the environmental impact of co-location of freight and LRT in the Kenilworth Corridor with a single tunnel. Once complete, the public will have a 45 day period to comment.</li>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low provided an update on the 106 review (adverse impact of construction and operation of SWLRT on historically significant properties). In December, KIAA sent a letter outlining concerns on this topic. MnDot agreed to expedite traffic studies to assess impact of project. It remains unclear what, if any, mitigation will be done to mitigate potential adverse impacts on historic properties. Motion carried unanimously for Kathy Low to send the letter regarding KIAA position on the channel. Motion also carried unanimously to authorize an additional $500 to pay the consultants PVN to help KIAA prepare a response letter to the most recent 106 consultation meeting.</li>\r\n	<li>Dr. Eric Larson, neighbor, addressed the board regarding the transportation of flammable liquids through the Kenilworth Corridor alongside SWLRT. He sent a letter to Fire Chief Fruetel asking him to explore the inherent danger of, and a plan to manage and mitigate the damage in the event of a spill or fire resulting from an ethanol train accident. Construction of the shallow tunnel will occur 12 feet from the freight rail track. Motion carried unanimously to endorse the letter.</li>\r\n	<li>Shawn Smith made a motion to update, sign on behalf of KIAA, and send a letter to Senator Dibble recapping the discussion on outstanding questions on SWLRT from the last two meetings, to outline where information is needed and outstanding concerns that are not addressed. Seconded by Josine, carried unanimously.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Sculpture Garden Renovation – Josine Peters (minutes addendum)</h1>\r\n<strong>Statement:</strong>\r\n\r\nAs part of the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden renovation, the Walker Art Center will temporarily remove most sculptures. Many will be in storage, but others will be on short- or long-term loan to a number of Twin Cities institutions so that the public can still enjoy them during the construction project. The Walker is still in conversation with these potential partners and is identifying particular works for relocation. No official decisions have been made.\r\n\r\nOne thing we know for certain is that the Frank Gehry <em>Standing Fish</em> will be relocated from the Cowles Conservatory in order to reimagine that particular space. A formal announcement will be made in early 2015 announcing the relocation of specific artworks and their locations.\r\n\r\nMore information can be found on Minneapolisparks.org. Search under “current projects”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Kenwood Carnival</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Motion carried unanimously to authorize $750 Kenwood Carnival.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup> in front of the Kenwood Restaurant, 6-7:30. BeArtrageous will host activities for children. The Bockley Gallery will serve as a rain location. Food will be Red Wagon Pizza. New prospective board members are welcome. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Volunteers are Needed for Earth Day Cleanup.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Meet on Saturday, April 25<sup>th</sup> at the Kenwood Rec Center. 9:30-noon. More info to come in April.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong>Updates: If you are interested in receiving monthly email updates, please email us at kiaa55405@gmail.com. Also please visit our website at kenwoodminneapolis.org to learn more. If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong><strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, April 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>February 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>KIAA Board met February 2, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</strong></p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Chair Larry Moran called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Larry Moran, Jack Levi, Josine Peters, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; 4 neighbors\r\n\r\n<strong>7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman</strong>\r\n<h1>Lunch with Lisa on Feb 25<sup>th</sup> and the topic is TBD at the time of this meeting. There will be a communication shortly to provide interested residents the time, place and topic. The last lunch was well attended with a speaker from the Youth Homelessness Initiative.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>There is a wrecking permit pulled for a residence at 2536 Upton S for a replacement house.</li>\r\n	<li>Property valuation notices for 2015 have been mailed to residents. If residents would like to have a review for equalization of their property value, it must be done at this time. If you believe your property is not correctly assessed, please refer to the City of Minneapolis website for instructions. You will need to pull your own comparative properties and submit an application for review.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update, Section 106 Review (potential affects of SWLRT on historic properties) – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that the next SWLRT section 106 consultation meeting is 2/6. KIAA will attend the meeting along with the other consulting parties; SWLRT project staff, the State Historic Preservation Office, City of Minneapolis, the Park Board, CIDNA, and others. This meeting concerns solely the impact on the historical Kenilworth Channel crossing. Adverse effects on neighborhood historic properties from construction as well as operation of the trains and related traffic will continue to be the top focus of KIAA at future 106 meetings. Jeanette Colby motioned to approve $500 for the KIAA retained consultants Preservation Design Works to attend the meeting, Josine Peters seconded. The motion was approved.</li>\r\n	<li>There was a follow up discussion led by Larry Moran regarding the need for specifics from the SW Project office for what to expect in 2015 on the project to be able to inform residents and how best to obtain that information. Suggestions that were made would be finalized after the meeting as a follow up but included contacting representatives to request their attention to any concerns that are not being addressed.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>East Cedar Lake Beach Update – Larry Moran</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The KIAA task force is continuing to work on solutions for the 2015 beach season. The importance of continuity was stressed for a neighborhood strategy to address neighborhood concerns regarding the beach. If KIAA funds extra park police patrols in 2015, KIAA would work with funding recipients to align on how the money would be spent, and would look to include Chief Ohotto and Crime Prevention Specialist Chelsea Adams in the conversations. Jack Levi to follow up with Kathy Williams for an update from the task force on long term strategies and next steps.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h1>Reminder: KIAA Annual Gathering</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>While not discussed in the meeting, the date of the Kenwood Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. All residents are welcome to attend and more details to come soon. Last year was a huge success and we will be electing the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Chair Larry Moran at 8:32 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong> If you are interested in participating on the Board, please contact us. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, March 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. KIAA invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by KIAA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting us at kenwoodminneapolis.org</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> January 2015 KIAA Meeting Minutes</strong>\r\n<p align=\"left\">KIAA Board met January 5, 2015 at Kenwood Rec Center</p>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Vice Chair Mike Bono called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.</p>\r\nBoard Members present: Mike Bono, Jim Gilroy, Jeanette Colby, Kathy Low, Ed Pluimer, Angie Erdrich, Shawn Smith (minute taker).\r\n\r\nOthers present: Council Member Lisa Goodman; Dan Pennie, Anne Carayon, Dylan Thomas (SW Journal), Jean Deatrick (Hill and Lakes Press), Bruce Brunner, Donna Minter, Jody Strakosch\r\n\r\n7th Ward Update - Lisa Goodman\r\n<h1><em> </em>Lunch with Lisa on Jan 28<sup>th</sup> will feature a Youth Homelessness speaker. RSVP to Lisa’s office is appreciated.</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>SWLRT. There will be CIDNA, KIAA, Bryn Mawr, and Cedar Lake Park Association representation on committees regarding the W 21<sup>st</sup> St and Penn Ave stations. The city is seeking individuals with landscape architecture experience to serve on the committees and give input on environmental mitigation and remediation strategies.</li>\r\n	<li>A CIDNA homeowner described damage to homes on Sunset Blvd from the recent Met Council sewer reconstruction project. The Met Council and its contractor have not satisfactorily addressed the homeowners’ property damage claims according to the testimonial. Kathy Low brought forth a resolution for discussion, similar to one recently passed by CIDNA, requesting that the Met Council revise processes to resolve damage disputes and compensate property owners who suffer damage due to Met Council projects, especially in light of the proposed SWLRT construction. Discussion on how to engage state and city leadership is an issue that is common to neighborhoods at risk of damage by construction, for the agenda of a January 21<sup>st</sup> meeting. Kathy Low moved for approval of the resolution. Jeanette Colby seconded. Unanimously passed and final version was published to KIAA post-meeting.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>SWLRT Update – Kathy Low</h1>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Kathy Low informed that on 1/7 the Park Board will vote on two resolutions – 1) request approval of funding to complete a study of tunneling under the Kenilworth Channel for SWLRT 2) a letter to the FTA stating that input from the Park Board has not been duly considered (note: the Park Board subsequently voted to approve these motions in the 1/7 meeting). In the board’s materials for discussion is the KIAA Section 106 letter (which is in regard to the adverse effects of construction on historic districts or properties). This letter was approved between KIAA monthly meetings. There was a general discussion regarding upcoming opportunities for neighborhood input, potentially coordinating input with CIDNA and Cedar Lake Park Association, and the reliability of the funding for above mentioned mitigation strategies.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h1>Property Resolution – Kathy Low</h1>\r\nHidden Beach Committee\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Mike Bono surfaced the discussion of the formation of a KIAA committee to proactively handle concerns for Hidden Beach. The committee chair description was developed by Chair Larry Moran prior to the meeting and was reviewed by the board members present. Angie Erdrich offered to get input on the draft description from Kathy Williams and the Hidden Beach committee she chairs currently.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nKIAA Annual Gathering\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The date of the Annual Gathering will be May 4<sup>th</sup>. Preparations are underway and more details are to come. All neighbors are encouraged to join in the annual celebration of our neighborhood, and participate in the election of the 2015-2016 KIAA board.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nRain Gardens\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Angie Erdrich shared that 20 residents had applied for raingardens. A huge win for the</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>The Rain Garden grant is through Metro Blooms.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Addendum:</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The City of Minneapolis Public Works Department, after consultation with the Minneapolis Park &amp; Recreation Board, is working with a contractor to install a temporary diversion of the stormwater system from an outfall pipe in the Lagoon (between Lake of the Isles and Lake Calhoun) to the north shoreline of Lake Calhoun.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWork on the installation begain last week and is expected to be completed by January 16.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting was adjourned by Vice Chair Mike Bono at 8:39 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>The next Kenwood Isles Area Association Board meeting is Monday, February 2nd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Kenwood Recreation Center. Monthly meetings are held on the first calendar Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. 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