BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES

May 18, 2026

6:00pm @ SPAR Office & Google Meet

CALL TO ORDER - [ 6:00  ] PM 

In Person: Jesse Wilson, Laureen Husband, Mike Haskins, Rachelle Miller, Kenny Logston, Justin Gravatt, Jose Acevedo, Tyler Grant, Margie Viss, Daniel Ashworth

On-line: Heidi Ford, Jason Hardwick, Emily Moody, Haleigh Hutchison

1. CALL TO ORDER 

2. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS – Malik Singarreddy

3. LEARNING SEGMENT (Jesse Wilson - SPAR Website rollout) 

4. CONSENT AGENDA OF PRIOR BOARD MEETING MINUTES/COMMITTEE REPORTS (M. Viss). Motion approved.

5. REVIEW OF TREASURER’S REPORT (Finance Committee). Attached document reviewed.

6. STAFF REPORT – Attached document reviewed

7. COMMITTEE / TASK FORCE OVERVIEWS

   1. Bold City Ball (Heidi Ford) At the Glass Factory. Actively searching for auction items. Glass & Glamour is the theme.

   2. CCB / SAMBA – (Rachelle Miller) – New format for meetings- lab based. 2 façade grants submitted- one withdrawn and 1 pending information. Project Road Diet discussed to reduce Main St in the business district. The issue is FDOT. Working on grants to hire specialist who would assist with this project.

   3. CRIC (Bryant Shumaker (Daniel Ashworth / Jesse Wilson - Board liaison)) – Motion presented later in meeting. Discussed the pending legislation removing code in overlay regarding home occupation, replaced by city code. Emerald Trail also discussed.

   4. Design Review- (Daniel Ashworth) – Received draft agenda for 5/19 meeting. 

   5. Governance (John Shermetaro) – Motion later in meeting.

   6. Holiday Society (Kathea / Caitlin Haskins) – no update

   7. Home Tour (Margie Viss liaison (Kathea chair)) final meeting scheduled 5/21

   8. PorchFest (Michael Haskins) – update coming later in the week

8. NEW BUSINESS / RECOMMENDATIONS TO BOARD FROM EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

   1. MOTION - To approve letter of opposition to city bill that proposes certain changes to zoning processes to reclassify certain development applications as administrative actions (2026-364); Discussion held, motion approved.

   2. MOTION - To create a street sweeping task force; Discussion held, motion approved.

   3. MOTION - To accept resignation of Margie Viss from Board of Directors. Discussion, motion approved. Will nominate the replacement at next meeting.

9. OLD BUSINESS

10. ITEMS REFERRED TO COMMITTEES

11. ANNOUNCEMENTS – Need volunteers for upcoming July 4 baseball game and Springwork program.

12. ADJOURN @6:55 pm

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES

April 20, 2026

6:00pm @ SPAR Office & Google Meet

CALL TO ORDER – 6:00 PM 

In Person: Tyler Grant, Michael Haskins, Emily Moody, Haleigh Hutchison, Heidi Ford, Laureen Husband, Kenny Longsdon, Daniel Ashworth, Jason Hardwick, Jesse Wilson, Justin Gravatt, John Shermetaro, Rachelle Miller, Margie Viss

On-line: None

1. CALL TO ORDER 

2. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS Bill Hoff, Maik Singlebury

3. LEARNING SEGMENT (N/A) 

4. CONSENT AGENDA OF PRIOR BOARD MEETING MINUTES/COMMITTEE REPORTS (M. Viss). Motion to approve as submitted approved.

5. REVIEW OF TREASURER’S REPORT (Finance Committee). 

6. STAFF REPORT – Discussion regarding meeting with city regarding Groundworks JAX plans for Klutho Park.

7. COMMITTEE / TASK FORCE OVERVIEWS

   1. Bold City Ball (Heidi Ford) – Start thinking about auction items.

   2. CCB / SAMBA – (Rachelle Miller) Changes being made around meetings. Moving to a lab style meeting where members can take away tangible skills. Updating website. There is an upcoming happy hour.

   3. CRIC (Bryant Shumaker (Daniel Ashworth / Jesse Wilson - Board liaison)) – Several of the motions today came out of CRIC. Duval Laundry- concern from the city with the PUD regarding commercial and industrial combined zoning. Conversation was had that a land use change could be tied to the PUD which would allow for an approval closer to what they want to do.

   4. Design Review- (Daniel Ashworth) – Several recent actions had comments submitted. Looking to engage with CRIC further. Looking at who should be the next chair.

   5. Governance (John Shermetaro) – 

   6. Holiday Society (Kathea / Caitlin Haskins) – No update

   7. Home Tour (Margie Viss liaison (Kathea chair)) – This weekend. On track. All board members are encouranged to attend the preview party and volunteer during the home tour.

   8. PorchFest (Michael Haskins)

8. NEW BUSINESS / RECOMMENDATIONS TO BOARD FROM EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

   1. MOTION - To approve letter of support for Ordinance 2026-0231. – Discussion. Motion passed.

   2. MOTION - To approve letter of support for Certificate of Appropriateness and Variance for 2039 N Laura Street monument sign and associated construction. Discussion. Motion passed.

   3. MOTION - To approve the SPAR Information Technology Policy as amended. (Redline version, final draft.) Discussion. Motion passed.

   4. MOTION - To approve the SPAR Investment Policy as amended. (Redline version, final draft.) Discussion. Motion passed.

   5. MOTION - To add Tyler Grant, Justin Gravatt, and Michael Haskins to Wells Fargo operating and to remove any and all other authorized users. (Board corporate resolution.) Discussion. Motion passed.

   6. MOTION - To add Tyler Grant, Justin Gravatt, and Michael Haskins to Wells Fargo CSG and to remove any and all other authorized users. (Board corporate resolution.) Discussion. Motion passed.

   7. MOTION - To remove Tim Hope as authorized user of VyStar savings account (Building Fund), remove any other named users of VyStar savings account, and add Tyler Grant, Justin Gravatt, and Michael Haskins as authorized users of VyStar savings account. (Board corporate resolution.) Discussion. Motion passed.

   8. MOTION - To remove Tim Hope as authorized user of VyStar checking account, remove any other named users of VyStar checking account, and add Tyler Grant, Justin Gravatt, and Michael Haskins as authorized users of VyStar checking account. Motion authorizes Board President, Treasurer, and Executive Director to close VyStar checking account associated with Tim Hope and open a new VyStar commercial account if necessary. (Board corporate resolution.)Discussion. Motion passed.

   9. MOTION  - To repeal any and all prior Board motions to transfer funds from unrestricted cash-on-hand to the Building Fund, including the Board motion to transfer $250 per month from unrestricted cash-on-hand to the Building Fund. Discussion. Motion passed.

   10. MOTION - To remove any and all restrictions on funds in VyStar savings account (Building Fund), transfer funds to general operating as unrestricted cash-on-hand, and close VyStar savings account. (Board corporate resolution.) Discussion. Motion passed. 

   11. MOTION - To close Wells Fargo SAMBA account and transfer funds to general operating as unrestricted cash-on-hand. (Board corporate resolution.) Discussion. Motion passed. 

   12. MOTION - To transfer $73,000 from unrestricted cash-on-hand and/or the Operating Reserve to the Strategic Reserve. The combination of funds transferred from unrestricted cash-on-hand and/or the Operating Reserve shall be at the discretion of management. Discussion. Motion passed.

9. OLD BUSINESS – Drew Mansion- updates soon. $52k city grant approved, fundraising is steady. State funding is pending. Future efforts to further secure the building.

10. ITEMS REFERRED TO COMMITTEES

11. ANNOUNCEMENTS – Friday night community clean up. 

12. ADJOURN- 7:00 pm

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES

March 16, 2026

6:00pm @ SPAR Office & Google Meet

CALL TO ORDER – 6:01 PM 

In Person: Michael Haskins, Tyler Grant, Kenny Longsdon, Haleigh Hutchison, Rochelle Miller, Emily Moody, Justin Gravatt, John Shermetaro, Margie Viss

On-line: Jason Hardwick, Heidi Ford, Daniel Ashworth, Laureen Husband, Jesse Wilson

1. CALL TO ORDER 
2. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS – Bill Hoff (neighbor)
3. LEARNING SEGMENT (N/A) 
4. CONSENT AGENDA OF PRIOR BOARD MEETING MINUTES/COMMITTEE REPORTS (M. Viss)- motion to approve as submitted passed.
5. REVIEW OF TREASURER’S REPORT (Finance Committee). See attachments presented.
6. STAFF REPORT See attachments presented
7. COMMITTEE / TASK FORCE OVERVIEWS
   1. Bold City Ball (Heidi Ford) – Venue is Glass Factory. Theme is pending.
   2. CCB / SAMBA – (Rachelle Miller) – Samba met, brought in ADP to discuss payroll tools. CCB met and determined that Jesse will be new secretary. Discussing initiatives (highlight vacant spaces on Main St)
   3. CRIC (Bryant Shumaker (Daniel Ashworth / Jesse Wilson - Board liaison)) – Recommendation letter is pending for The Cove, discussion about Main St lane reduction, Traffic calming (cit matching no parking signs to paint), Groundworks Jacksonville, meeting Groundworks later this month to discuss closing Market Street. Also hosting Garden Party upcoming to review plans with Groundworks. Duval Laundry updates sent to CRIC. City filed lawsuit against Pad Split (the pink house) and are currently doing depositions.
   4. Design Review- (Daniel Ashworth) – No update
   5. Governance (John Shermetaro) – Did not meet. 
   6. Holiday Society (Kathea / Caitlin Haskins) – Approved budget request for Egg Hunt.
   7. Home Tour (Margie Viss liaison (Kathea chair)) – On track with planning, communication. Opportunities for additional sponsorships ($14K). 
   8. PorchFest (Michael Haskins) – Recruiting sponsors. Do not have a Presenting sponsor yet. 
8. NEW BUSINESS / RECOMMENDATIONS TO BOARD FROM EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
   1. DISCUSSION - Drew Construction Fund; Some donors are interested in a community foundation to donate into. Would be set up and managed by same company who manages the Endowment. Need $10k starter fund and would like it to come from the Board. More communication coming.
   2. Motion to support the Cove Social Club’s request. Discussion. Motion passed.
   3. Drew Mansion update – RFP coming for architect
9. OLD BUSINESS
10. ITEMS REFERRED TO COMMITTEES
11. ANNOUNCEMENTS – Mike thanked various board members for their volunteer work.
12. ADJOURN @7:05 PM.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES

February 17, 2026

6:00pm @ SPAR Office & Google Meet

CALL TO ORDER - [   ] PM 

In Person: Emily Moody, Haleigh Hutchison, Heidi Ford, Jesse Wilson, Mike Haskins, Tyler Grant Margaret Viss, Kenny Logsdon, Melissa Schmitt, Laureen Husband

On-line: Justin Gravatt, Jose Acevedo, John Shermetaro, Jason Hardwick, Daniel Ashworth

1. CALL TO ORDER 
2. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS- Bill Hoff, Ben Price, Charles Price, John Drum
3. LEARNING SEGMENT (Ben Price and Charles Price) - Duval Laundry – They bought and are remodeling the Duval Laundry. Discussion regarding Duval Laundry project. Filing PUD today. Community oriented project including residential and retail. Walked through the PUD process. Working with Rethreaded re partnering in the future. 
4. CONSENT AGENDA OF PRIOR BOARD MEETING MINUTES/COMMITTEE REPORTS (M. Viss)- Moved and approved.
5. REVIEW OF TREASURER’S REPORT (Finance Committee). Discussion of changes to the report for clarity. Red are not approved yet.
6. STAFF REPORT – Michael Haskins presented report. 4 of the 6 employees are on a grant which limit the tasks that they can do. Need volunteers for two remaining clean up days. 2/28 is Drew Day (6-8 pm), St. Patrick’s day alley activation (March 13th). Need Home Tour sponsorship assistance. Project 1 Health- budget approved. 
7. COMMITTEE / TASK FORCE OVERVIEWS
   1. Bold City Ball (Heidi Ford) – Need sponsorships, have a showrunner sponsor.
   2. CCB / SAMBA – (Rachelle Miller) - 
   3. CRIC (Bryant Shumaker (Daniel Ashworth / Jesse Wilson - Board liaison)) – Duval Laundry discussed.
   4. Design Review- (Daniel Ashworth) – No update
   5. Governance (John Shermetaro) – no update
   6. Holiday Society (Kathea / Caitlin Haskins) - No
   7. Home Tour (Margie Viss liaison (Kathea chair)) – All houses secured, next meeting 2/19. Orientation meeting with homeowners is 2/24.
   8. PorchFest (Michael Haskins)- No update.
8. NEW BUSINESS / RECOMMENDATIONS TO BOARD FROM EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
   1. MOTION - Motion to purchase Gator type vehicle + trailer + MadVac for Project SPARdvark implementation; Discussion, moved and passed.
   2. Drew Mansion update. All grants have been applied for. Starting private donor financing. 
   3. Garden Party with Groundworks Jax to review  submitted plans for park
9. OLD BUSINESS
10. ITEMS REFERRED TO COMMITTEES
11. ANNOUNCEMENTS
12. ADJOURN – 7:15

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES

January 20, 2026

6:00pm @ SPAR Office & Google Meet

CALL TO ORDER – 6:00PM 

In Person: Jason Waters, Haleigh Hutchinson, Malik Singarreddy, Kenny Longsdon, Rachelle Miller, Tyler Grant, Jesse Wilson, Justin Gravatt, Laureen Husband, John Shermetaro, Emily Moody

On-line: Daniel Ashworth, Melissa Schmitt, Jason Hrdwick

Guests: Bill Hoff, John Shermetaro, Zach Hanson, Patti Peoples

1. CALL TO ORDER 
2. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS: Bill Hoff, Zach Hanson, Patti Peeple, John Shermetaro
3. LEARNING SEGMENT (Zach Hanson) - Community Cleanups – review of process.
4. CONSENT AGENDA OF PRIOR BOARD MEETING MINUTES/COMMITTEE REPORTS (M. Viss)- 12/15 & 12/17. Motion passed without discussion.
5. REVIEW OF TREASURER’S REPORT (Finance Committee). No P&L or Balance sheet this month. Currently being finalized. Investment accounts reviewed. Working on new benchmark setting.
6. STAFF REPORT – Review of attachment overviewing Strategic Focus, Community Events, Quick Wins
7. COMMITTEE / TASK FORCE OVERVIEWS
   1. CCB / SAMBA – (Tyler Grant) – No update
   2. CRIC (Bryant Shumaker (Daniel Ashworth - Board liaison)) – landscaping plan for Main St preference (leaning towards the option without hollies). Road closures recommendations.
   3. Design Review- (Daniel Ashworth) – 2010 N. Main renovation was discussed. Motion pending.
   4. Fund Development (Michael Haskins) – removing committee- will be under Bold City Ball committee.
   5. Governance (John Shermetaro) – First meeting being held in February.
   6. Home Tour (Margie Viss liaison (Kathea chair)) – First meeting held January 15. 2 homes secure. Emily shared that Phoenix Arts plans to also do their mural jam that weekend.
   7. Porchfest (Michael Haskins)
   8. Membership Task Force - (Heidi Ford & Jesse Wilson)
   9. Holiday Task Force (Kathea / Caitlin Haskins) – Changing to Holiday Society 
   10. Zoning Overlay Task Force (Update)
8. NEW BUSINESS / RECOMMENDATIONS TO BOARD FROM EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
   1. MOTION - Motions to dissolve certain committees and task forces: Motion made, discussed, and passed. 
      1. CLOSE: Fund Development, Demolition by Neglect Taskforce, Membership Taskforce, Zoning Overlay Taskforce, Holiday Task Force
      2. ADD: Bold City Ball; Holiday Society

1. MOTION - Motion to adopt board corporate resolution adding President, Treasurer, and Executive Director as authorized signers and executors of Friedrich Financial LLC account. Link to full resolution. Motion made, discussed, and approved.
2. MOTION - Motion to adopt board corporate resolution adding Executive Director as authorized signer and executor with the City of Jacksonville. Link to full resolution. Motion made, discussed, and approved.
3. MOTION - Letter to Emerald Trail regarding closure of (1) between 1st St and 2nd St at Boulevard and (2) 4th and Pearl St connector; Motion made, discussed options presented. Motion withdrawn.
4. MOTION - Motion in opposition to the MMA (minor modification application) to windows at 2010 N Main St. Motion made, discussed, and approved.
5. Drew Mansion update. New security door, securing foundation quotes, working on funding sources. Phasing out the renovation, starting with foundation, followed by exterior, finishing with interior. Working on community event in February to include art.

1. OLD BUSINESS - none
2. ITEMS REFERRED TO COMMITTEES - none
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS- none
4. ADJOURN @7:15

SPECIALLY NOTICED BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES

Thursday, December 17, 2025

6:30pm @ Google Meet

CALL TO ORDER – 6:30 PM 

In Person: None

On-line: Michael Haskins, Tyler Grant, Jason Hardwick, Daniel Ashworth, Kenny Logsdon, Jesse Wilson, Emily Moody, Malik Singareddy, Margie Viss

1. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS: No guests present.
2. NEW BUSINESS
   1. MOTION - To approve the 2026 Operating Budget as forwarded by the Finance Committee. Presentation of budget detail by Michael Haskins. Discussion of details. Motion passes as presented.
3. OLD BUSINESS- None
4. ITEMS REFERRED TO COMMITTEES- None
5. ANNOUNCEMENTS- None
6. ADJOURN 7:00 PM

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES

Monday, December 15, 2025

6:00pm @ SPAR Office & Google Meet

CALL TO ORDER - [   ] PM 

In Person: Jason Waters, Heidi Ford, Kenny Logsdon, Malik Singarreddy, Jesse Wilson, Jose Acevedo, John Shermetaro, Rachelle Miller, Tyler Grant, Loreen, Michael Haskins, Margaret Viss, Justin Gravatt

On-line:  Daniele Ashworth, Melissa Schmitt, Jason Hardwick

1. CALL TO ORDER - 6:00 pm
2. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS: Bill Hoff, Zach Friedrich 
3. LEARNING SEGMENT (Zach Friedrich) - Provided overview of investment and engagement philosophy. 
4. CONSENT AGENDA OF PRIOR BOARD MEETING MINUTES/COMMITTEE REPORTS (M. Viss)- Motion to approve minutes as presented. Approved.
5. REVIEW OF TREASURER’S REPORT (Finance Committee) - Presented and attached. 
6. STAFF REPORT - Presented and attached. Michael is working on 2026 priorities and goals.
7. COMMITTEE / TASK FORCE OVERVIEWS
   1. CCB / SAMBA – (Tyler Grant) - Continues to grow. 2026 planning underway. Project One Health update provide. $74k provided in grant, SPAR will have to make up the difference. Looking at other grant opportunities and partners to fund the difference. Ideally in place by March 31st. 
   2. CRIC (Bryant Shumaker (Daniel Ashworth - Board liaison)) - Michael - Main St landscaping- alternative plan, not involving Holly trees. Ongoing discussion with low foundation height- HCC contacted with concerns. Groundwork JAX suggested additional street closures which has been sent to the board to discuss.
   3. Design Review- (Daniel Ashworth) 
   4. Fund Development (Michael Haskins) - Bold City Ball Meeting next week.
   5. Governance (John Shermetaro)- Officer Elections held tonight.
   6. Home Tour (Margie Viss liaison (Kathia chair)) - Kathia has taken over as chair. Initial reach out to potential homeowners in progress. 
   7. Porchfest (Michael Haskins)- no update
   8. Membership Task Force - (Heidi Ford & Jesse Wilson)- First board meeting in Q1
   9. Holiday Task Force (Kathia / Caitlin Haskins) - Home Contest results are pending.
   10. Zoning Overlay Task Force (Update)

1. NEW BUSINESS / RECOMMENDATIONS TO BOARD FROM EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
   1. E-VOTE MOTION - Letter of support for Rose Arbor Way rename; Discussion. Motion ratified.
   2. MOTION / DISCUSSION - Letter to Emerald Trail regarding closure of (1) between 1st St and 2nd St at Boulevard and (2) 4th and Pearl St connector; Discussion. Referring back to CRIC for further review. To be discussed at January Board meeting.
   3. MOTION - Migrate money, managed accounts to Charles Schwab as managed by Zach Friedrich; Discussion. Motion Passed.
   4. MOTION - To nominate and select the Joyce Holbrook award winner; Discussion and presentation of candidates. Tim Hope will be presented the award.
   5. ELECTIONS - to elect new officers of SPAR. Candidates presented, Votes (13 voted). VP-Rachelle Miller, President- Tyler Grant, Treasurer-Justin Gravatt, Secretary- Margie Viss.
2. OLD BUSINESS
3. ITEMS REFERRED TO COMMITTEES
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS
5. ADJOURN @ 7:30 pm

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES

Monday, November 24, 2025

6:00pm @ SPAR Office & Google Meet

CALL TO ORDER -  6 PM 

In Person: Emily Moody, Daniel Ashworth, Malik Singarreddy, Margie Viss, Heidi Ford, Jose Acevedo, Tyler Grant, Rachelle Miller, John Shermetaro, Laureen Husband

On-line: Jesse Wilson, Justin Gravatt, Jason Hardwick

1. CALL TO ORDER 
2. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS: Patti Peoples
3. LEARNING SEGMENT (None)
4. CONSENT AGENDA OF PRIOR BOARD MEETING MINUTES/COMMITTEE REPORTS (M. Viss). Moved to approve prior minutes as submitted. Motion passed.
5. REVIEW OF TREASURER’S REPORT (Finance Committee) – Discussion regarding current provider, Prudential. Concern is rate of return. Finance will make recommendation regarding options to move 1/1/2025.
6. STAFF REPORT
7. COMMITTEE / TASK FORCE OVERVIEWS
   1. CCB / SAMBA – (Tyler Grant) – 2026 Planning commenced. Monthly meetings being extended to include peer-to-peer meetings. Adding 2 3-hour seminars to allow businesses to deep dive. Also adding evening sessions with a focus on networking. 
   2. CRIC (Bryant Shumaker (Daniel Ashworth - Board liaison)) – One property discussed (Hubbard) which is ongoing. Injunction being filed on the Pink House this week by the city. Goal is to move back to a quad. 
   3. Design Review- (Daniel Ashworth) HPC passed all window infills must go before HPC. 1741 Ionia’s builder is appealing the finding. SPAR will retain their position and attend the hearing.
   4. Fund Development (Michael Haskins)- Bold City Ball planning is starting.
   5. Governance (John Shermetaro) – Requests for nominations were sent last week. Due by December 3rd. EC elections will be held in December. 
   6. Home Tour (Margie Viss) – Starting to send out follow up letters to homes on the potential list. Margie also approached Kathea Bryan to take over as chair.
   7. Porchfest (Michael Haskins) – Went very well. If was profitable, amount not finalized. Will have final numbers at December meeting. Jimmy P is going to work on reducing the security cost. Sponsors are being approached.
   8. Demo by Neglect Task Force (Margie Viss)- finished.
   9. Membership Task Force - (Heidi Ford & Jesse Wilson) – Membership counts have increased. 
   10. Holiday Task Force (Caitlin Haskins)- No Update
   11. Zoning Overlay Task Force (Update) – Committed to completion by December 2025. Splitting commercial and residential.

1. NEW BUSINESS / RECOMMENDATIONS TO BOARD FROM EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
   1. MOTION - To approve a 10% bonus for Executive Director for 2025 fiscal year; Discussion: this follows prior years bonus plan. Previously discussed. Motion passed as presented.
   2. MOTION - To approve candidates for nomination for SPAR community vote; Discussion: 2 candidates – Jason Waters and Haleigh Hutchinson. Slate presented at December community meeting. Motion passes as presented.
   3. MOTION - To approve letter for State of Florida Department of State Division of Arts and Culture Specific Cultural Project grant for Jacksonville PorchFest 2026; Discussion: have previously received.  Motion passed as presented.
   4. Certify E-Vote  - Letter of support for Springfield Animal Hospital and Unleashed A Dog Bar rezone - T Grant to send around letter for E-vote this week; Motion Passed as presented.
   5. UPDATE - Drew Mansion and action plan. Ownership has moved to SPAR. Funding is being worked on. Exterior lights added and permit being pulled. Announcing next week, with website. January community event. 
2. OLD BUSINESS- None
3. ITEMS REFERRED TO COMMITTEES- None
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS- None
5. ADJOURN @7:10.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES

Monday, October 20, 2025

6:00pm @ SPAR Office & Google Meet

CALL TO ORDER - 6 PM 

In Person: Melissa S, Margaret Viss, Kenny L., Malik S., Daniel

On-line:  Jessie W, Emily M., Jason H, Lauren H.

Guests: Bill Hoff, Patti Peoples, Bryant S.

1. CALL TO ORDER 
2. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS: Bill Hoff, Patti Peoples, Bryant S
3. LEARNING SEGMENT (None)
4. CONSENT AGENDA OF PRIOR BOARD MEETING MINUTES/COMMITTEE REPORTS (M. Viss): Prior 
5. REVIEW OF TREASURER’S REPORT (Finance Committee). Prudential meeting was good. They provided options for investment. 
6. STAFF REPORT (attached summary reviewed)
7. COMMITTEE / TASK FORCE OVERVIEWS
   1. CCB / SAMBA – Patti- 500% increase in attendance, struggle to engage the larger Main St. businesses. Not incentivized. Request for SPAR email for Carol Fuller since she is doing recruiting. Financial fraud detection presentation last month was successful. City engagement has increased. Immigration red cards being shared with local business. Next year, due to grants, will continue to grow and add in-depth trainings. Asking board to talk about Samba with local businesses. Envision leadership will be paid position. Also need a budget.
   2. CRIC (Bryant Shumaker (Daniel Ashworth - Board liaison)) – 
   3. Design Review- (Daniel Ashworth) – 2026 COA matrix changes issued for comment. 
   4. Fund Development (Michael Haskins)- $12K net from Bold City Ball. Porchfest is looking good. Sponsors finalized. 
   5. Governance (John Shermetaro) – no update
   6. Home Tour (Margie Viss) – 1 house committed. Meeting after Porchfest 
   7. Porchfest (Michael Haskins) – Need volunteers still, specifically board members to be shift leads. Volunteers for poster distribution and handing out resident letters needed. Need someone to represent SPAR at the 11/7 artist discussion being held at Strings.
   8. Demo by Neglect Task Force (Margie Viss) - 
   9. Membership Task Force - (Heidi Ford & Jesse Wilson) – Include membership QR code flyer when distributing resident letters.
   10. Holiday Task Force (Caitlin Haskins)
   11. Zoning Overlay Task Force (Update)- pending

1. NEW BUSINESS / RECOMMENDATIONS TO BOARD FROM EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
   1. MOTION - COJ Neighborhoods Grant approval (NOTE: City requires board approval for receipt of grant funding each year - this authorizes staff to negotiate / sign for grants on SPAR’s behalf); Motion to approve passed.
   2. MOTION - To move $12,000 to Endowment from Bold City Ball proceeds (Bold City Ball netted $12,000 and per Board discussion last year regarding BCB goals, EC has recommended those proceeds be contributed annually to the Endowment); Motion to approve passed.
   3. UPDATE - Drew Mansion (16-2025-CA-002781-AXXX-MA).: M&M boarded the building last week. Under contract with city. There is current discussion regarding whether to take title from LLC. Due to notice requirements to LLC’s debtors. Approach to address needs to be determined.
   4. Future E-Vote  - Letter of support for Springfield Animal Hospital and Unleashed A Dog Bar rezone - T Grant to send around letter for E-vote this week;
2. OLD BUSINESS
3. ITEMS REFERRED TO COMMITTEES
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS
   1. 11/8 - Porchfest!
   2. 11/21 – Disc Golf tournament
5. ADJOURN – 6:50 pm

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES

Monday, September 22, 2025

6:00pm @ SPAR Office & Google Meet

CALL TO ORDER - 6 PM 

In Person: Daniel, Justin, Kenny, Rachelle, Heidi, Mallik, Jose, Jesse, Tyler, Margaret, Michael

On-line: Jason H, Melissa G. 

Guests: Bill Hoff, John S., Daniel A.

1. CALL TO ORDER (T. Grant)
2. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS: None
3. LEARNING SEGMENT (None)
4. CONSENT AGENDA OF PRIOR BOARD MEETING MINUTES/COMMITTEE REPORTS (M. Viss)- Moved to approve as submitted. Motion passed.
5. REVIEW OF TREASURER’S REPORT (Finance Committee) 
6. STAFF REPORT (attached summary reviewed)
7. COMMITTEE / TASK FORCE OVERVIEWS
   1. CCB / SAMBA – (Tyler Grant) – Legislation being proposed regarding JSA services at events and Urban Agriculture policy. Discussion regarding issues with Project Tidal wave (gas station activity).
   2. CRIC (Bryant Shumaker (Daniel Ashworth - Board liaison)) . – last meeting, discussed property owner requesting Confederate St being renamed Rose Arbor. This is on the current JHBC agenda.
   3. Design Review- (Daniel Ashworth) 
   4. Fund Development (Michael Haskins) – covered in Staff Report
   5. Governance (John Shermetaro) – 3 open board seats next year. One applicant received.
   6. Home Tour (Margie Viss) – 2025 revenue finalized at $36,570.
   7. Porchfest (Michael Haskins) – Push for additional sponsorship.
   8. Demo by Neglect Task Force (Margie Viss) - Done
   9. Membership Task Force - (Heidi Ford & Jesse Wilson) – Scheduling committee meeting to brainstorm leveraging Porchfest attendance.
   10. Holiday Task Force (Caitlin Haskins) – Covered by Kathea this year.
   11. Zoning Overlay Task Force (Update) – Revisions in progress.

1. NEW BUSINESS / RECOMMENDATIONS TO BOARD FROM EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
   1. MOTION - Executive Director compensation; Tyler moved that the EC compensation be increased by $15k effective next paycheck. Discussion. Motion passed.
   2. UPDATE - Drew Mansion (16-2025-CA-002781-AXXX-MA). Consent crafted. Inspections pending. Still working through how property will transfer. Initial tour 9/27 @11.
2. OLD BUSINESS - None
3. ITEMS REFERRED TO COMMITTEES - None
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS
   1. 9/23 - JSO Sheriff’s Watch Meeting;
   2. 9/27 - Drew Mansion Structural Engineer Assessment; 
   3. 10/4 - Community Clean up (SesQ Park); 
   4. 11/8 - Porchfest!
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