About Us
WHO WE ARE
The Mueller Neighborhood Association (MNA) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan grassroots organization that builds community through education, conversation, meetings and neighborhood events. MNA is separate from the Mueller Property Owners Association (POA), which manages and maintains Mueller properties.
A clear community vision emerged for the Robert Mueller Municipal Airport site in 1984 calling for the creation of a compact and pedestrian-oriented, mixed-use community. The vision includes six guiding principles for the Mueller community: fiscal responsibility, economic development, East Austin revitalization, compatibility with surrounding neighborhoods, diversity and affordability, and sustainability.
2024 MNA Steering Committee
MNA members elect a 13-member volunteer Steering Committee to manage MNA’s operations, activities, events and fundraising. The committee sets goals and priorities and ensures all activities align with MNA’s mission and vision.
By providing strategic guidance and ensuring effective use of financial resources, the Steering Committee plays an essential role in fostering a vibrant, inclusive and well-organized neighborhood. Committee members also represent MNA to other entities such as the Mueller POA, nearby neighborhood associations, and city and county elected officials, departments and services.
Committee members serve two-year staggered terms. The committee seeks input from neighborhood leaders and MNA volunteers to accomplish MNA’s goals and projects.
Steering Committee
Members
Sarah Seraj, Chair
Sally Acevedo, Vice Chair
Chris "Kaz" Wojtewicz, Secretary
Chris Ruzin, Co-Treasurer
Mai Ly Vong, Co-Treasurer
Karen Swenson, Ex Officio
Merrell Foote
Gary Jacobson
Greg Keller
Meisha-Ann Martin
Catherine Sweet
Sherri "Sophie" Taylor
Preston "Ty" Tyree
MNA Statement of Diversity and Inclusion
The Mueller Neighborhood Association (MNA) strives for diversity and inclusion for all members of our community — residents and visitors alike. We will foster a community that respects the unique attributes and perspectives that make each of us who we are. MNA is committed to building and maintaining an intentionally welcoming, affirming and safe neighborhood for everyone — especially those who have previously been denied opportunities to fully participate in our community — including people of any age, ethnicity, education level, gender, gender identity, homeownership status, immigration status, language, nationality, parental status, physical, mental and developmental abilities, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, shape or size, skin color and socioeconomic status. By valuing our diversity and developing a purposefully inclusive environment, Mueller can achieve a higher level of connectedness while preserving the best that each of us has to offer.
MNA Standing Committees
The Steering Committee has 10 standing committees and may appoint special committees as needed for specific topics. The Steering Committee may appoint other MNA members to committees. MNA’s bylaws specify each committee’s membership and duties.
MNA Standing Committees
Audit
Block Captains
Communications
Engagement and Inclusion
Events
Membership
Newsletter
Nominating
Sponsorships
Transportation and Urban Planning
MNA Bylaws
MNA members adopt bylaws to govern the Steering Committee and MNA’s operations and activities. The Steering Committee reviews the bylaws periodically and may propose changes for approval by MNA members. Members voted to adopt the current bylaws on 10/19/2024.