1620 E. 46th St. (:Lake Nokomis Presbyterian Church)
Minneapolis, MN 55407
FRN Info Line: 612-721-5424 • Fax: 612-721-4539 • E-mail: frnng@mtn.org
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1620 East 46th St Minneapolis, MN 55407 Phone: 612-721-5424
President
Sean Conley
1st Vice President
Tom Arneson
2nd Vice President
Sandra Smith
Treasurer
Jane Kaiser
Secretary
Sverre Gropen
Field Neighborhood
Barbara Harris
Northrop North Neighborhood
Val Gunderson
Northrop South Neighborhood
Sue Redepenning
Regina Neighborhood
Jon Drewes
Chair: Roy Vanderwerf
Who Are We?
The Field Regina Northrup Business Committee is a group comprised of volunteers from the neigborhood. Members are primarily neighborhood business owners and residents, however, anyone interested in maintaining the vitality of the Field Regina Northrup neighborhood is welcome to attend.
When Does the Business Committee meet?
Typically, the FRN Business Committee meets monthly, on the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. and last about 2 hours. Meetings are held in the Lake Nokomis Presbyterian Church at 1620 E. 46th Street in Minneapolis.
What does the Business Committee do?
The FRN Business Committee discusses the state of the neighborhood, approve/deny Paint and Fix applications and grants, discuss any neighborhood questions and concerns, and the future of the neighborhood.
What are some examples of project the Business Committee has undertaken?
• Purchased benches and planters for the 48th and Chicago area.
• Landscaping along 48th and Chicago.
• Surveys of neighborhood during National Night Out to gauge neighborhood opinion of businesses (e.g. variety and frequency of visits).
• Submission of articles for the Close to Home newsletter.
How is the Business Committee funded?
The Business Committee traditionally receives an allocated percentage of money from the city. This amount was based on neighborhood size.
What is Paint and Fix?
Paint and Fix programs allow FRN businesses to apply for matching funds to improve exteriors and interiors. Examples of projects approved in the past include; new signage, doors and windows, and landscaping.
How does the Business Committee work with Dream Team, SCABA and other neighborhood associations?
The Business Committee interacts very regularly with both the Dream Team (a group working towards a common vision of the 48th and Chicago business district) and SCABA (South Chicago Area Business Alliance). The three organizations frequently collaborate on projects or brainstorm future development.
How do I join the Business Committee?
Simply attend a meeting! If you cannot attend but would like to participate in a neighborhood committee, contact Kathleen Ellis at 612-721-5424 or via email at frnng at mtn.org for other opportunities.
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PARTICIPATE IN A COMMITTEE!!
If you would like to join a committee, simply attend a meeting! If you cannot attend but would like to participate in a FRNNG neighborhood committee, contact Erica Graber-Mitchell, Director at 612-721-5424 or via email at frnng at mtn.org for other opportunities.