Location: HEB Community Room @ 1801 E 51st Street Time: 7PM to 9PM Attending: John Wooding, Chair; Bart Jacob; Taylor Youngblood; Preston Tyree, Chair Ex Oficio; Ed Dorn; Ted Herr; Alison Raffalovich, Secretary; Marta White; Richard Carr, Vice Chair; Bart Glaser; John Reese Thomas, Treasurer. Items: 1. Greetings and Pleasantries [John W] 2. Approval of Previous MNA Meeting Minutes [Alison Raffalovich] – These have …
Proposed POA Rules changes
An important reminder, as seen in the Mueller Messenger 1.31.20, from the Property Owners’ Association (POA):The Rules Committee, made up of Mueller residents, has reviewed the current community manual. They have made some suggested changes based on input from the community and based on a desire to simplify the rules and put them in a single document. Please click here to access the draft …
MNA General Meeting Minutes, January 18, 2020
Seton Administrative Building, 1345 Philomena Street 10:05 – Meeting Called to Order – John Wooding, President Attendance ≈ 58 members Introduce members of the Steering Committee – John Treasurer’s Report – John Reese Thomas, Treasurer Frost Checking Account: Beginning Balance: $6,489.99 Total Revenues: $225.00 Total Expenses: $1,048.91 Ending Balance: $5,666.08 POA Update The …
MNA Steering Committee Minutes, January 8, 2020
Location: HEB Community Room @ 1801 E 51st Street Date: Wednesday, January 8, 2020 Time: 7PM to 9PM 1. Greetings and Pleasantries Meeting called to order at 7:03 PM by John Wooding Committee Members Present: Bart Jacob, Joan Quenan, Barton Glaser, Ed Dorn, Marta White, John Reese Thomas, Ted Herr, Taylor Youngblood, Richard Carr 2. Approval of Previous …
Coyote Awareness
In light of the increase in coyote activity around the community and the loss of multiple neighbors’ pets, we want to share some recommendations and information from the City of Austin. Pet Safety: ALWAYS be present with small dogs and cats while outside. Small pets are not safe when left unattended, especially at night. Outdoor cats are not safe, at night or during …
Mueller Neighborhood General Meeting Minutes December 14, 2019
The Mueller Community Singers performed from 9:45 until approximately 10:20 prior to the meeting. The meeting called to order at 10:25 by John Wooding At 10:26 AM, John introduced Jeff Luci, Mueller Mixed Use Board Member. Mr. Luci addressed the following topics: • New landscaping company (WLE) starts in 2020 • Will not use pesticides that are generally …
MNA November 16, 2019 General Meeting Minutes
Welcome to visitors and members, Preston Tyree, co-chair. Approximately 65 people in attendance. Approval of Last Month’s Minutes, Alison Raffalovich, Secretary Treasurer’s Report, Joan Quenan, Treasurer Starting Balance $15,561.92 Revenue – fees, dues t-shirts ($285.80) Expenses Babysitting $60 Fees/website 16.40 Refunds $50 Grants $500 Total $626.40 Ending balance, $15,221.32 Election for Steering Committee, Dennis Mick, Nominating Committee Chair Candidates: Edwin Dorn; …
The Next Generation of Transit— MetroRapid
Expansion of MetroRapid bus service will offer faster, more frequent and reliable service to, from, and within Central Austin and the surrounding region. With improved passenger amenities, MetroRapid will make your commute less stressful and more reliable. We’d like to get your feedback on proposed MetroRapid corridors. Join us starting this month for a series of Open Houses (come and …
MNA Fall Festival
Reminder, the annual Fall Festival is Saturday, November 9th from 3 – 5 pm! Please come join us at John Gaines Park for live music, delicious treats and beverages from local eateries, kettle corn and much more. Bring the kids, pets, and lawn chairs and enjoy a great time in our neighborhood. Please see our visitors guide so you can …
MNA Steering Committee Minutes, November 2019
November 6, 2019 Location: HEB Community Room In attendance: Joan Quenan, Treasurer; Maria Salas, Suzanne O’Malley, Taylor Youngblood, John Wooding and Preston Tyree, Co-Chairs; Bart Glasser, Richard Carr, Vice-Chair; Alison Raffalovich, Secretary Items: Call to Order at 7:00 [Preston Tyree]. It’s Preston’s last Steering Committee meeting; he noted that it’s been a lot of fun and thanked members for all …
MNA Steering Committee Elections
The November MNA meeting will include the annual election of members of the Steering Committee. These six neighbors are interested in serving on the SC, joining several returning members. See candidate info here. There may additionally be nominations from the floor at the meeting. Please attend the meeting November 16 at The Seton Admin building at 9:45 am.
MNA T-Shirts for Sale
Show your pride in our Mueller Neighborhood Association (MNA) by purchasing a Mueller Neighborhood T-shirt. They are available in various styles and sizes from toddler/youth through adult, and colors including navy, white, grey, and light blue. Adult shirts are $15 (+$2/$3 for 2XL/3XL) and toddler/youth shirts are $10. Shirts may be purchased at MNA meetings and at the Fall Festival …
MNA Schools Committee Letter to AISD Regarding ‘School Changes’
The following letter was sent to Austin ISD Board of Trustees and AISD Superintendent Paul Cruz on October 7, 2019. Austin ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Cruz, Thank you for your leadership of the Austin Independent School District. We members of the Mueller Neighborhood Association Schools and Education Committee reach out to you today to share our thoughts and …
Mueller Neighborhood Association General Meeting Minutes, September 21, 2019
Location: Seton Office Annex About 65 in attendance Time: 9:45 a.m. to 11 a.m. Items: Welcome visitors and members, Preston Tyree Approval of previous meeting minutes, Alison Raffalovich Treasurer’s Report, Penny Brandt – We are looking for someone who has experience handling money who might be interested in serving as Treasurer in 2020. There aren’t a lot of transactions but …
MNA Steering Committee Minutes, September 4, 2019
Location: HEB Community Room, 1801 E. 51st Date: Wednesday, September 4, 2019 Time: 7-9 p.m. Attending: Co-chairs Preston Tyree and John Wooding, Treasurer Dan Updegrove, Secretary Alison Raffalovich, Taylor Youngblood, Penny Brandt, Bart Jacob, Bart Glaser, Chair Ex Officio Lila Valencia Not Present: Maria Salas, Richard Carr, Suzanne O’Malley, Bill Kirwin, Joan Quenan Guests: Andrew Clements, Dave Nieder, Matteo Barnstone, …
Beyond the TLAs: Your Neighbors in Action through MNA Committees
By Alison Raffalovich Through this on-going series, I’ll take you on a brief spin through the various committees of the Mueller Neighborhood Association and introduce you to some key volunteers in each – in the hope that YOU’LL be inspired to get involved! Steering Committee These 13 people oversee the MNA overall with general oversight, goals and direction, creating and …
Call for MNA Steering Committee nominations
By Dennis Mick The Mueller Neighborhood Association’s (MNA) annual Springtime Egg Scramble, the 4th of July Parade and Festival, the Fall Fest, the network of block captains who facilitate neighbor-to-neighbor communications, the Front Porch Flyer, and much more, are building the sense of community that drew many of us to the unique Mueller neighborhood. These popular and effective community-building activities …
Mueller Neighborhood Association General Meeting Minutes, August 17, 2019
Location: Wildflower Terrace Time: 9:45 – 11:00 a.m. About 60 people were in attendance, many enjoying the pre-meeting mix-and-mingle time as well as delicious treats from neighborhood chef Ibrahima at [email protected] (more information below in the Local Business Spotlight section). Items: 1. Greetings and Announcements [John Wooding] – Taylor Youngblood, current block captain committee chair, has joined the Steering Committee. Dan …
Mueller Neighborhood Association Steering Committee Meeting Minutes August 7, 2019
Location: HEB Community Room @ 1801 E 51st Street Time: 7-9 p.m. Attending: John Wooding and Preston Tyree, Co-chairs; Richard Carr, Vice Chair; Alison Raffalovich, Secretary; Lila Valencia, Chair Ex Officio; Bart Jacob, Joan Quenan, Bart Glaser, Dan Updegrove Not attending: April Geruso, Penny Brandt, Suzanne O’Malley, Maria Salas Guests: Kathy Sokolic, Mohan Rao Items: 1. Greetings and Pleasantries [John & Preston] 2. Approval …
Mueller Neighborhood Association General Meeting Minutes July 20, 2019
9:45 – 10:05 Social time with coffee and snacks. About 70 people were in attendance. 10:05 Welcome Visitors and New and Renewing Members, John Wooding, co-chair On Sunday July 28 from 10-12 at Zach Scott and Tom Miller, the City of Austin will host a celebration of the newly configured intersection bike lane, parking, and signage on Zach Scott between …
