The Eastside Neighborhood Association is proud to host this summer tradition at Lions Park. Neighborhood businesses donate food, people bring potluck…there are games and music and best of all, there is friendship and conversation. DON’T MISS IT! 4p.m. to 7 p.m. at Lions Park Shelter.
Proudly co-sponsored by Rod n Reels, the Eastside Neighborhood Association, and the Olympia Lions Club, this event promises a reel good time for the whole family!
- Exciting Fishing Demos
- Expert Tips and Techniques
- Interactive Workshops
- Free Rods and Reels
- And much, much more!
- Including delicious refreshments, and FREE hotdogs!
Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just dipping your toes into the world of fishing, this event is perfect for anglers of all ages and skill levels.
Mark your calendars and be sure to join us on June 8th at the Pavilion located in Lions Park for an unforgettable afternoon!
ENA Board Meeting
August 7, 2024, 7:00 PM
Swantown Inn
Members Present
Sherry Chilcutt (President), Jim Sweeney (Secretary), Jim Rioux (Treasurer) Karen Clemens (CNA Representative), Nathan Allan, Abigail Twombly, Cheryl Bale
1) Approval of the minutes
The June 12th meeting minutes were approved as amended.
There wasn’t a quorum for the July meeting.
2) Treasurer Report
Jim R. noted our miscellaneous savings accounts have been combined into one general savings account as discussed at the June 12th meeting.
Checking $618.35
Savings $3,241.32
Total $3,859.67
3) Annual Picnic
Board members discussed food and table service for the potluck, and who will provide which items. Several people said they will bring games.
4) Harvest Festival Oct. 12th 1-4 PM
Abigail has arranged for live music.
Games such as cornhole will be available.
Sherry will not be there but Hank will be available to transport the apple press. Jim S. said he can help load and set up the press.
Sherry suggested some people come early for setup, and others stay late for cleanup.
We may want to talk to the Parks people about hosing off the tables and floor in the shelter.
Jim S. will work with Abigail to write up an announcement and make posters. We will also want to post “rules” for apple pressing, such as suggesting people bring only one 5-gallon bucket of apples along with re-usable glass containers.
5) How do we make Fir and 10th safer?
Someone near this intersection asked if the ENA could help facilitate safety improvements. The problem is people are driving too fast on Fir Street plus limited sight distance. One suggestion is to ask the City to close the street for a day and paint a mandala in the intersection.
Sherry will reply to the neighbor and suggest they contact the City.
6) CNA Report
Jim R. attended the July CNA meeting. There was a discussion about the South Capital RNA and their efforts to reduce speeding on Capital Way.
Tim Smith reported on the many pending permit applications.
The CNA discussed the City’s budget, the Council retreat, and the proposed quarterly forum.
7) City Sidewalk inventory
There has not been a lot of input into the sidewalk app recently.
The City is doing a separate inventory with a focus on downtown sidewalks.
8) Mural Update
The Eastside Street mural is progressing nicely.
9) Hold off on electing a VP until our annual meeting?
The Board agreed to hold off electing a new vice president until the annual meeting.
We agreed to include a discussion about the annual meeting date, guest speakers and so forth at our September meeting.
10) New Courthouse location
A County subcommittee has been meeting to discuss their building and space needs. This would be a good topic to bring up at the annual meeting. For contact information see the website: https://www.thurstoncountywa.gov/departments/board-county-commissioners/courthouse-and-regional-administrative-buildings-project
The meeting adjourned at 8:20 PM.