SOUTHWEST VIENNA NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION (SWVNA)
MEETIN MINUTES
18 AUGUST 2009In Mike Pool’s absence, Anne Rutherford led the meeting. Old business, i.e. what is the status of Metro West was briefly discussed. Anne has not been able thus far to get current information, but will keep trying and report as it is available.
Mention was made that he Committee for Helping Others (CHO) is in continuing need of help, whether it be volunteers and/or monetary contributions. They have a particular need to repair or replace the truck they use to collect furniture. Info slips were made available to any having interest.
The calendar of next Town for a was reviewed, with emphasis on the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals meetings which will discuss the application of T-Mobile to place cell phone antennae on the Tapawingo Street, SW water tower as well as a tower along the W&OD trail in NE Vienna.
Sonnet Lee reviewed possible issues or events that may be of interest to the group. The ongoing survey and meetings on traffic safety were mentioned, as well as home safety. Michele Scott, the Director of the Shepard Center of Oakton/Vienna was in attendance and gave the group a summary of her organization’s mission to help the elderly. Pamphlets were on hand for those having interest in this activity.
Everyone was advised that the next meeting is scheduled for seven-thirty PM on 16 September, at a new location, the Marshall Road School. All were encouraged to attend on 16 September, as Laurie DiRocco, our new Town Councilwoman and SW resident will be in attendance. The meeting was adjourned at eight o’clock, with thanks to all who attended.
