CTRA Board of Directors Meeting

07/01/04

Meeting called to order at 1:15 pm by President Kathy Durham.
A quorum was present.
In attendance: Paul Garrett, Kathy Durham, Alexandra McFarland, Betsy Friebel, Holly Welstein, Paula Sandas, Susan Rosenberg.

Minutes from the 6/03/04 meeting were accepted as submitted.

BOARD PRIORITIES

Neighborhood Traffic Study:

The traffic survey is officially complete and preliminary analysis shows a response rate

of nearly 40% with roughly 70% of those responding preferring the plan with traffic

circles and speed tables. Kathy will put together a final summary and the results will be
made public sometime in late July or early August. The City of Palo Alto Planning

Commission will consider staff recommendations on a traffic trial at their meeting on

September 8.

Because many residents expressed a strong preference for landscaping in the traffic

circles, and there is not sufficient funding to ensure this, Susan Rosenberg and Paula

Sandas will work on a plan for fundraising and implementation of landscaping.

JJ&F block redevelopment:

The board discussed news of a proposed redevelopment of the block housing JJ&F. Paula

will email to the board a summary of preliminary meetings held recently involving

JJ&F, the property owners and developers. This would be a major construction project

requiring special zoning and have substantial impact on College Terrace.

OFFICERS' REPORTS

Social Coordinators:

Kathy reported (for Margaret) on the meetings held recently at CT parks. The city will

repair and improve existing amenities and landscaping but does not have a budget for any

major additions. Kate Rooney hopes to have conceptual drawings available in time for

display at the Labor Day picnic.

Government/Stanford Observers:

Alexandra and Kathy have met once with Jean McCown, who replaced Andy Coe at

Stanford. She also noted that progress on a plan to resolve parking problems has

slowed, but she will continue her efforts.

Vice-President:

Paula has not yet arranged for our new treasurer to receive bank statements. She

reported that as of May 31, our bank balance was $5118.80 (of which $4000 is

held in reserve.)

NEXT MEETING

The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for Thursday, August 4 to include a potluck

lunch.

Respectfully submitted by Holly Welstein, Secretary.