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A big shout out to our new members!

I did a blog post earlier this week about membership in the South Capitol Neighborhood Association and in it, I included a link to a page on our website where you can join up. An email with the link then went out to our listserv (email distribution list) and many of you responded. As ourContinue reading “A big shout out to our new members!”

A few words about membership

At our recent board meeting, one of the items we discussed was membership in the South Capitol Neighborhood Association. The reason this came up was really two-fold: we have several new members on the board (like me) who are learning about the board’s history and purpose, and what we as board members are supposed toContinue reading “A few words about membership”

Board Minutes Oct 2023

South Capitol Neighborhood Association Board Meeting MinutesWeds, Oct 11, 2023 6:30-8:30 pmLincoln Elementary School library Introductions and Call Meeting to OrderMembers of the South Capitol Neighborhood Association (SCNA) in attendance:John Saunders, PresidentGerry Apple, Vice PresidentSue Hedrick, SecretaryAddie Spencer, TreasurerAt-large members: Lorie Hewitt, Emily Tilger, Treacy Duerfeldt and Howard Goldberg John called the meeting to orderContinue reading “Board Minutes Oct 2023”

November Association Board Meeting Agenda

The next meeting of the South Capitol Neighborhood Association Board is Wednesday November 8 at 6:30 pm. The meeting will be held in the Lincoln Elementary School Library. See the agenda. Like to become a member of the South Capitol Neighborhood Association? Just fill out the online form.

Possible school closures in Olympia

Earlier this week, a resident of the South Capitol Neighborhood sent out an email via our association listserve (if interested, you can sign up on our Contact Page) about the possibility of school consolidations/closures being considered by the Olympia School District (OSD), which may affect Lincoln Options and other schools in the district. The emailContinue reading “Possible school closures in Olympia”

Help keep storm drains clean

I periodically receive a Water Resources newsletter from the City of Olympia in my inbox. I find the items in it interesting and of value. With the start of fall weather, the recent one had a good reminder about keeping storm drains free of leaves and other debris to prevent street flooding. In case youContinue reading “Help keep storm drains clean”

Bark Bark at the Dog Park

Buttercup in her favorite spot Every morning, I start my day with a walk in the neighborhood. And if I time it right, I pass Lincoln School when the dogs are playing. Monday through Friday, they gather on the field next to the playground at 7:15. It’s an informal meet-up – sometimes many dogs, sometimesContinue reading “Bark Bark at the Dog Park”

Board Minutes Sept 2023

Weds, Sept 13, 2023 6:30-8:30 pm Introductions and Call Meeting to OrderMembers of the South Capitol Neighborhood Association (SCNA) in attendance:John Saunders, PresidentGerry Apple, Vice PresidentSue Hedrick, SecretaryAt-large Members: Lorie Hewitt, Treacy Duerfeldt and Howard Goldberg Approval of August Meeting Minutes and Today’s AgendaTreacy made a motion to approve the August minutes and September agenda,Continue reading “Board Minutes Sept 2023”

Board Minutes August 2023

Introductions and Call Meeting to OrderMembers of the South Capitol Neighborhood Association (SCNA) in attendance:John Saunders, PresidentGerry Apple, Vice PresidentAddie Spencer, TreasurerSue Hedrick, SecretaryAt-large members: Emily Tilger, Lorie Hewitt and Howard Goldberg Approval of July Meeting Minutes and Today’s AgendaEmily made a motion to approve the July minutes and August agenda, Addie seconded, and theContinue reading “Board Minutes August 2023”

Summer BBQ Success!

Many thanks to those who were able to attend last Sunday’s BBQ potluck at Lincoln School. Our motley crew of board members, family and friends braved the afternoon sun to schlep grills, tables, chairs and ice chests from cars and trucks to set up the playshed for an afternoon of fun and celebration. Then thingsContinue reading “Summer BBQ Success!”