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Jim Coppfer – questioned the lowering of the membership rates. Is this effective, as we have less money
coming in each month?
Aaron Goodman – noted there are many people faced with increased problems financially, and we need to
recognize this for students, seniors, and disabled people, or those without jobs. Members MUST feel the
need to donate individually MORE THAN what the base amounts are. As a community volunteer
organization, funding must come from philanthropic levels of donation by members. The upcoming EIR will
once again reduce our funds significantly like the SFSU/CSU EIR and thus we need to acquire donations
PRIOR to the EIR being issued. Currently we do not have finances to ensure notice, and effective
communication to all residents. If residents cannot submit or help physically, they need to seriously
consider donating financially at a higher level or we cannot sustain this organization long-term and through
the next EIR issues approaching this next year in 2010.
Terence Faulkner – suggested 501(3) c, status, which is a prior project that has not been completed, and
needs effort by PRO members to follow up on to reduce postage costs for memos. [Our by-laws state
we are “not-for-profit “ organization as apposed to a “non profit”.]
Aaron Goodman – notes (2) SF planning dept. Notifications for “deck” additions which are non-issues for
PRO. A notice from Fiona Ma, Majority Whip, on a public meeting next week to a, if any PRO member is
interested in raising issues in regards to AB 338 which deals with tax-increment financing (TIF) for transit-
oriented development (TOD) which is what is proposed for Parkmerced by a private developer. Notice
received from Parkmerced to all residents on the “Snow-Day” and donations for the event for toys for their
toy-drive are appreciated by the Stellar staff. I will be overseas and will not be able to attend both items
above.
Motion to appoint Al Castillo and Perla Castillo to the PRO Board as business members. [Motion violates
current by-laws.]
MOVED by Terence Faulkner, SECOND by David Spero [is a guest and not a seated member of the
board until 01/12/2010; thereby adding a second disqualification to the motion], BOARD
DISCUSSION: John Jweinat has been elected formally [there are serious questions as to the validity
of Mr. Jweinat's election as he is not a resident] however currently PRO By-Laws do not address
voting rights of business members and this is pending a formal PRO Board decision on the by-laws and a
decision by the PRO general membership.,,BOARD Vote: YES – 7, NO – 1, ABSTAIN – 0, APPROVED
UNANIMOUS.
Motion to appoint John Jweinat to the PRO Board as a business member. [Motion violates current by-
laws.]
MOVED by Terence Faulkner, SECOND by Dorothy Lefkovits, BOARD DISCUSSION: PRO By-Laws do not
address voting rights of business members and this is pending a final PRO Board decision on the by-laws
and a decision by the PRO general membership.,walk through: YES – 7, NO – 1, ABSTAIN – 0,
APPROVED UNANIMOUS.
Aaron Goodman – received a call from Mr. Tureaud regarding a medical issue that will prevent him from
serving for 3-4 months, however he still was excited and interested in being on the board and help
represent residents in the UPS blocks, and we can nominate him upon his return. We wish him a speedy
and healthy recovery, and will list him as a board member (medical leave) until he can return to the next
PRO meeting.
Cathy Lentz – PRO Board Holiday Event Final Announcement – Sunday Dec. 13th 12:30pm at the Beach
Chalet. Members attending are to pay for their own individual meals as separate checks are accepted
there. NO PRO BUSINESS will be discussed at this event.
Ad-HOC - PRO BOARD TRASH COMMITTEE REPORT
David Spero - memo generated and submitted to the PRO board for the initial submission to the
Parkmerced management and the city on issues raised by residents. A final draft will be generated for
issuance.
Aaron Goodman – noted a walk through with Stellar Management prior, and a second walk with
Parkmerced and a member of the SFDPH of the towers and garden units, concerns for cleanliness of
areas, effects of compost in the towers, inadequate bin size, source separation, dumping in basement
areas, inadequate ongoing training of tenants, signage translation, and improper signage being posted in
visual locations to direct trash disposal, inadequate ability of residents to deposit trash in commercial
grade containers, and improper sealing of the tower basements from rodent and insect intrusion. A mouse
ran past as we appeared at 350 Arballo in the trash room while walking into the room with the SFDPH
inspector Olga Jaurigui (Tel: 415.252.3881) email: olga.jaurigui@sfdph.org. She noted that she will
forward to the DBI our concerns and suggestions for improved conditions along with Parkmerced
Management. She also noted a distinct concern for a lack of workers due to the increased work-load of
employees on site. We visited the office and compactor area at Vidal, and noted that numerous compost
bins were not distributed and lie adjacent to the trash compactors along with shorter bins that are easier to
access height wise which are used only occasionally on the site.
David Spero – noted a tenant in UPN (SFSU) that residents there were complaining of living conditions, and
professors were refusing to complain and were sleeping in cars due to fear of being fired by the university
if they complain on the living conditions. Aaron Goodman noted prior fliering the neighborhood and
receiving limited response by residents to joining PRO officially.
Motion to send a memo to management to suspend the composting on-site until there is a formal
resolution of the unsanitary conditions for composting both in the towers, and garden units due to the SF
Ordinance. A copy of this shall be sent to the SF Dept. of Public Health, SF Dept. of the Environment, and
the SF Board of Supervisors.MOVED by Terence Faulkner, SECOND by Lora Traveler, BOARD
DISCUSSION: None YES -7, NO - 0, ABSTAIN – 1, APPROVED.
Aaron Goodman – it would be worthwhile to review with the Ad-Hoc committee the proposed memo, draft,
and review the sections of Article 6 and the environmental code sections in relation to the trash concerns
to issue a formal resolution, to be sent to our supervisors based on our review of the codes. The new
board in January can hopefully continue the discussion, but we need to address a memo ASAP, due to
ongoing concerns and health conditions on site. There are also raised concerns on the reduction in
services this has caused, and the lack of additional labor hired to be involved in the increased daily
workload and conditions on site.
Dorothy Lefkovits – noted that in her building there, was an exterminator there for a number of days, 55
Chumasero, there was notice on the “storage” rooms being cleaned out and unsanitary conditions
requiring clean-out. They have been working 7 days on the basement level of this tower alone. Aaron
Goodman referenced the SFDPH inspector and noted issues should be immediately addressed to the
senior inspector on all issues related to infestations and health issues on site.
Dorothy Lefkovits – noted possible joint new years effort on safety groups on site, she noted concerns that
at 77 Cambon may not be available, and we need a future set space, where NERT training and safety
meetings can be held for larger groups in January.
[NOTE: At this point the PRO Board did not have a quorum due to one member leaving.]
PRO Board - continued to have a general discussion on the by-laws suggested changes of individual
members, reading some of the proposed changes by individual members of PRO. Due to a lack of a
quorum no motions or resolutions were made.
Cathy Lentz – noted that on discussion with Robert Pender Emeritus he had noted a prior precedent for an
“associate membership level” that is non-voting but allows other entities to be members of PRO. A formal
suggested change could be made to include this in the by-laws for business memberships at the next
meeting and she noted she would like to work with the other suggested changes to craft a joint motion that
is acceptable on this issue.
Aaron Goodman - PRO also was noted on a memo for the need for a formal space to store PRO’s
documents, banners, and files. PRO needs to resolve this prior to January 2010 date noted or items will be
thrown in the trash. We will need to resolve this issue, and finalize a space for PRO document storage. In
addition we need to determine our next years “donations” to organizations in January.
Motion to continue the by-laws discussion and agenda items not covered, to the December 14th 2009 @
7:00pm at 405 Serrano Dr. Apt. #12-D this meeting. MOVED by Terence Faulkner, SECOND by Lora
Traveler, BOARD DISCUSSION: None: YES -8, NO - 0, ABSTAIN – 0, APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY.
NEW BUSINESS: (POSTPONED to December 14, 2009 [emergency session] Meeting - DUE TO
LACK OF QUORUM)
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT FUTURE CALENDAR DATES:
The December 8th meeting was halted due to a lack of quorum, Continuation of this meeting and the By-
Laws discussion, in addition to agenda items not reached at this meeting is scheduled for Monday Dec.
14th at 405 Serrano Drive Apt 12D, 7:00pm
The next PRO Board meeting [emergency session] is Tuesday, December 14, 2009 at 7:00pm at
405 Serrano Dr. Apt. #12-D. (NOTE: Please mark your calendars, review the PRO By-Laws and be
prepared to introduce new by-laws changes for the spring general membership meeting!)
The first PRO Board meeting in 2010 and our Board Election date is scheduled for Tuesday January 12th,
2010 at 7:00pm (Location To Be Determined). (NOTE: Please mark your calendars and attend, and review
the PRO by-laws for the duties section for all elected board positions)
The General Membership Spring meeting is scheduled for Saturday February 20th, 2009 at 2:
00pm (Location To Be Determined).
Meeting Adjourned: 9:10pm
Respectfully Submitted, Aaron Goodman
Reviewed / Edited by Elected PRO Board Members
Jim Coppfer – questioned the lowering of the membership rates. Is this effective, as we have less money
coming in each month?
Aaron Goodman – noted there are many people faced with increased problems financially, and we need to
recognize this for students, seniors, and disabled people, or those without jobs. Members MUST feel the
need to donate individually MORE THAN what the base amounts are. As a community volunteer
organization, funding must come from philanthropic levels of donation by members. The upcoming EIR will
once again reduce our funds significantly like the SFSU/CSU EIR and thus we need to acquire donations
PRIOR to the EIR being issued. Currently we do not have finances to ensure notice, and effective
communication to all residents. If residents cannot submit or help physically, they need to seriously
consider donating financially at a higher level or we cannot sustain this organization long-term and through
the next EIR issues approaching this next year in 2010.
Terence Faulkner – suggested 501(3) c, status, which is a prior project that has not been completed, and
needs effort by PRO members to follow up on to reduce postage costs for memos. [Our by-laws state
we are “not-for-profit “ organization as apposed to a “non profit”.]
Aaron Goodman – notes (2) SF planning dept. Notifications for “deck” additions which are non-issues for
PRO. A notice from Fiona Ma, Majority Whip, on a public meeting next week to a, if any PRO member is
interested in raising issues in regards to AB 338 which deals with tax-increment financing (TIF) for transit-
oriented development (TOD) which is what is proposed for Parkmerced by a private developer. Notice
received from Parkmerced to all residents on the “Snow-Day” and donations for the event for toys for their
toy-drive are appreciated by the Stellar staff. I will be overseas and will not be able to attend both items
above.
Motion to appoint Al Castillo and Perla Castillo to the PRO Board as business members. [Motion violates
current by-laws.]
MOVED by Terence Faulkner, SECOND by David Spero [is a guest and not a seated member of the
board until 01/12/2010; thereby adding a second disqualification to the motion], BOARD
DISCUSSION: John Jweinat has been elected formally [there are serious questions as to the validity
of Mr. Jweinat's election as he is not a resident] however currently PRO By-Laws do not address
voting rights of business members and this is pending a formal PRO Board decision on the by-laws and a
decision by the PRO general membership.,,BOARD Vote: YES – 7, NO – 1, ABSTAIN – 0, APPROVED
UNANIMOUS.
Motion to appoint John Jweinat to the PRO Board as a business member. [Motion violates current by-
laws.]
MOVED by Terence Faulkner, SECOND by Dorothy Lefkovits, BOARD DISCUSSION: PRO By-Laws do not
address voting rights of business members and this is pending a final PRO Board decision on the by-laws
and a decision by the PRO general membership.,walk through: YES – 7, NO – 1, ABSTAIN – 0,
APPROVED UNANIMOUS.
Aaron Goodman – received a call from Mr. Tureaud regarding a medical issue that will prevent him from
serving for 3-4 months, however he still was excited and interested in being on the board and help
represent residents in the UPS blocks, and we can nominate him upon his return. We wish him a speedy
and healthy recovery, and will list him as a board member (medical leave) until he can return to the next
PRO meeting.
Cathy Lentz – PRO Board Holiday Event Final Announcement – Sunday Dec. 13th 12:30pm at the Beach
Chalet. Members attending are to pay for their own individual meals as separate checks are accepted
there. NO PRO BUSINESS will be discussed at this event.
Ad-HOC - PRO BOARD TRASH COMMITTEE REPORT
David Spero - memo generated and submitted to the PRO board for the initial submission to the
Parkmerced management and the city on issues raised by residents. A final draft will be generated for
issuance.
Aaron Goodman – noted a walk through with Stellar Management prior, and a second walk with
Parkmerced and a member of the SFDPH of the towers and garden units, concerns for cleanliness of
areas, effects of compost in the towers, inadequate bin size, source separation, dumping in basement
areas, inadequate ongoing training of tenants, signage translation, and improper signage being posted in
visual locations to direct trash disposal, inadequate ability of residents to deposit trash in commercial
grade containers, and improper sealing of the tower basements from rodent and insect intrusion. A mouse
ran past as we appeared at 350 Arballo in the trash room while walking into the room with the SFDPH
inspector Olga Jaurigui (Tel: 415.252.3881) email: olga.jaurigui@sfdph.org. She noted that she will
forward to the DBI our concerns and suggestions for improved conditions along with Parkmerced
Management. She also noted a distinct concern for a lack of workers due to the increased work-load of
employees on site. We visited the office and compactor area at Vidal, and noted that numerous compost
bins were not distributed and lie adjacent to the trash compactors along with shorter bins that are easier to
access height wise which are used only occasionally on the site.
David Spero – noted a tenant in UPN (SFSU) that residents there were complaining of living conditions, and
professors were refusing to complain and were sleeping in cars due to fear of being fired by the university
if they complain on the living conditions. Aaron Goodman noted prior fliering the neighborhood and
receiving limited response by residents to joining PRO officially.
Motion to send a memo to management to suspend the composting on-site until there is a formal
resolution of the unsanitary conditions for composting both in the towers, and garden units due to the SF
Ordinance. A copy of this shall be sent to the SF Dept. of Public Health, SF Dept. of the Environment, and
the SF Board of Supervisors.MOVED by Terence Faulkner, SECOND by Lora Traveler, BOARD
DISCUSSION: None YES -7, NO - 0, ABSTAIN – 1, APPROVED.
Aaron Goodman – it would be worthwhile to review with the Ad-Hoc committee the proposed memo, draft,
and review the sections of Article 6 and the environmental code sections in relation to the trash concerns
to issue a formal resolution, to be sent to our supervisors based on our review of the codes. The new
board in January can hopefully continue the discussion, but we need to address a memo ASAP, due to
ongoing concerns and health conditions on site. There are also raised concerns on the reduction in
services this has caused, and the lack of additional labor hired to be involved in the increased daily
workload and conditions on site.
Dorothy Lefkovits – noted that in her building there, was an exterminator there for a number of days, 55
Chumasero, there was notice on the “storage” rooms being cleaned out and unsanitary conditions
requiring clean-out. They have been working 7 days on the basement level of this tower alone. Aaron
Goodman referenced the SFDPH inspector and noted issues should be immediately addressed to the
senior inspector on all issues related to infestations and health issues on site.
Dorothy Lefkovits – noted possible joint new years effort on safety groups on site, she noted concerns that
at 77 Cambon may not be available, and we need a future set space, where NERT training and safety
meetings can be held for larger groups in January.
[NOTE: At this point the PRO Board did not have a quorum due to one member leaving.]
PRO Board - continued to have a general discussion on the by-laws suggested changes of individual
members, reading some of the proposed changes by individual members of PRO. Due to a lack of a
quorum no motions or resolutions were made.
Cathy Lentz – noted that on discussion with Robert Pender Emeritus he had noted a prior precedent for an
“associate membership level” that is non-voting but allows other entities to be members of PRO. A formal
suggested change could be made to include this in the by-laws for business memberships at the next
meeting and she noted she would like to work with the other suggested changes to craft a joint motion that
is acceptable on this issue.
Aaron Goodman - PRO also was noted on a memo for the need for a formal space to store PRO’s
documents, banners, and files. PRO needs to resolve this prior to January 2010 date noted or items will be
thrown in the trash. We will need to resolve this issue, and finalize a space for PRO document storage. In
addition we need to determine our next years “donations” to organizations in January.
Motion to continue the by-laws discussion and agenda items not covered, to the December 14th 2009 @
7:00pm at 405 Serrano Dr. Apt. #12-D this meeting. MOVED by Terence Faulkner, SECOND by Lora
Traveler, BOARD DISCUSSION: None: YES -8, NO - 0, ABSTAIN – 0, APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY.
NEW BUSINESS: (POSTPONED to December 14, 2009 [emergency session] Meeting - DUE TO
LACK OF QUORUM)
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT FUTURE CALENDAR DATES:
The December 8th meeting was halted due to a lack of quorum, Continuation of this meeting and the By-
Laws discussion, in addition to agenda items not reached at this meeting is scheduled for Monday Dec.
14th at 405 Serrano Drive Apt 12D, 7:00pm
The next PRO Board meeting [emergency session] is Tuesday, December 14, 2009 at 7:00pm at
405 Serrano Dr. Apt. #12-D. (NOTE: Please mark your calendars, review the PRO By-Laws and be
prepared to introduce new by-laws changes for the spring general membership meeting!)
The first PRO Board meeting in 2010 and our Board Election date is scheduled for Tuesday January 12th,
2010 at 7:00pm (Location To Be Determined). (NOTE: Please mark your calendars and attend, and review
the PRO by-laws for the duties section for all elected board positions)
The General Membership Spring meeting is scheduled for Saturday February 20th, 2009 at 2:
00pm (Location To Be Determined).
Meeting Adjourned: 9:10pm
Respectfully Submitted, Aaron Goodman
Reviewed / Edited by Elected PRO Board Members
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