Candler Park

Neighborhood Organization

Monthly Minutes – August 2025

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Location: Hybrid (in-person & Zoom)

Presiding: Chris Spruell, CPNO President

I. Call to Order & Opening Remarks

  • Meeting called to order at 7:00 PM; recording available for later viewing.

II. Adoption of Agenda & Minutes

  • Agenda and prior minutes adopted by unanimous consent; minutes available online.

III. Guest Speakers

  • APD Zone 6 – Sgt. Smart:
    • Noted attempts/thefts targeting Hyundais & Kias; recent overnight Kia thefts on McClendon.
    • Prevention: remove valuables; steering-wheel clubs available at the precinct; register security cameras with APD.
  • Security Officer – Larry Compton:
    • Summer 2025 vs 2024: Motor Vehicle Thefts (6 vs 0), Theft from Motor Vehicle (11 vs 1), Vandalism (10 vs 4).
    • Encourage vigilance, especially overnight; report casing to 911.
    • Detailed reports posted under CPNO “Safety Reports.”

IV. Committee Reports

  • Education (Stacee Burton White):
    • APS Facilities Reorg: three CPNO reps on task force; prelim recommendations due this week. No redistricting expected for Candler Park; committee will monitor Midtown-cluster impacts and public engagement opportunities.
    • APS Board Seat 8 (At-Large): candidate forum with Lake Claire on Thu, Sept 25 (Zoom); member questions to be solicited; attendance encouraged given impact on zoned schools.

V. Announcements

  • External Affairs: Teo Belli appointed (replacing Aaron Fowler).
  • Candler Park Classic Golf Tournament (Conservancy): fundraiser for the Golf Course; registration ~60–70% full; volunteers needed (perks provided); donations accepted.
  • Candler Park Forever – Poetry Evening: Author Anda Morris at Manuel’s this Fri; socialize ~6:30 PM; talk ~7:00 PM; free, not a fundraiser; interest in book club welcomed.
  • Mimosa Fest: not in Candler Park; moved to Old Fourth Ward Skate Park (conflict with L5P Halloween Fest).
  • Nominating Committee: 5 volunteers needed for next year’s officer slate; 3 secured; seeking 2 more (long-time residents/meeting attendees preferred). Contact the President/Board.

VI. New Business

  • Financial Records & Contracts – Motion by Mark Clement:
    • Motion: Require the Executive Board to provide requested financial records/contracts to any CPNO member in good standing within 10 business days (electronic or written).
    • Motion seconded by Sydney Darryl Howard
    • President believes it is a substantive motion; bylaws review needed to determine if it’s a bylaw change. Will be placed on next Board and General meeting agendas.

VII. Items for Vote

  • Permits:
    • Little Five Points Skatefest (Oct 25) — presented for approval.
    • “All Souls Soul Train” (annual event): Euclid Ave closure (Moreland→Colquitt) due to Finley Plaza uncertainty; altars/store visits likely to continue.
  • Traffic Safety:
    • Support request for DOT engineering study for all-way stop at Harriet Ave & Clifton Rd (speeding concern on hill/through-route).
    • Outcome of study not presupposed.
    • To be decided by online vote.

VIII. Treasury Report

  • Current figures posted on Treasurer’s site.
  • Treasurer (Alyssa) traveling; questions via Treasurer email.

IX. Adjournment

  • No additional business.
  • Meeting adjourned.