November 14, 2006 A meeting of the Board of Directors of the Peter Howell Neighborhood Association was held Saturday, November 4, 2006 at the Martha Cooper Library at 12:30 p.m. Those in attendance were Donald Ijams, President; Elaine Lim, Vice-President; Gene Wright, Treasurer; Mary Handley, Secretary; Abbey Rosen, Newsletter Coordinator, and Judy Pickrell. Abby Rosen and Elaine Lim are spearheading a Neighborhood Newsletter. Ideas for content were presented and include minutes from recent meetings, short bios on two of the Board Members, upcoming events and possibly a beginning listing of services offered by neighborhood residents. Also, there was a desire to explore the possibility of a "Meet Your New Neighbors" committee, with some notice appearing in the newsletter. Considering communication among neighbors, Judy Pickrell is taking the initiative to call on her street for phone numbers of each house so a "neighborhood watch" or information of whom to call in case of strange occurrences will be available. Judy also suggested having a 'services offered' column in the newsletter or a classified directory of services within the neighborhood so it would be possible for neighbors to patronize neighbors' services or establishments if desired, and Elaine concurred that it was something that had already been considered for incorporation. Rather than print a directory, perhaps it should be included in the newsletter rather than incur printing costs for the Association. Elaine will also put a notice in the newsletter to have people not now on the Association email list to send e-mail addresses to the president, Don Ijams (ijamsaz at earthlink.net). Another point of communication among neighbors was enabling people of similar types to meet each other and get together; i.e., groups for young Moms, Knitting and Needlework, Seniors, etc. The Neighborhood Services/Neighborhood Classified idea might be good for a web page on the Association's web site, in addition to the newsletter. Abby and Elaine hope to have the first newsletter to the City for printing and distribution to all neighborhood addresses before mid-December. Feedback has been received from Joan Gilbert, Principal, Peter E. Howell Elementary School regarding cooperation between Association and school in hopes of fostering greater participation in the Association: PTA Meetings; Held the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 5:45 in the library. A representative from PHNA would be welcomed so school plans could be shared as well as getting association input about school events. Volunteers for the school and mentors for students would be welcomed. The Volunteer Coordinator is Linda Perry who can be reached at 232-7218. A new TUSD requirement is that all volunteers be fingerprinted, and Linda Perry can provide more information. The most important concern of the school is the safety of their students, especially as they walk and ride their bikes home through the neighborhood. Ms. Gilbert stated that your watchfulness is very helpful. Judy Pickrell, speaking from past experience as a P.T.A. president, suggested that people standing in their yards during the 'to and from' school traffic times is helpful, and perhaps "safe houses" could be established for a child in need or who is frightened. The school would like to ask if there is any way for the PHNA to inform neighborhood residents of the Arizona Tax Credit Program. The school relies heavily on tax credit funds for all of the extracurricular activities, and a challenge is getting the word out to people who do not have children in school. Any AZ resident who pays AZ state taxes is eligible to make a payment to a private or public school with that amount of money designated as part of their tax payment. Persons filing as single head of household can give up to $200 while married who file jointly can provide up to $400 in a tax payment to the school. The school has brochures that explain the process as well as forms for the actual payments. Ms. Gilbert hopes this might be something that the Association could inform the neighbors about through e-mail or even a direct mailing. Dates were considered and set for the following: Spring Meeting of the Association: It is tentatively scheduled for March 14, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. to be held in one of the meeting rooms of the Martha Cooper Library. Spring Picnic: The tentative date set for the picnic is Saturday, April 14, 2007 at Alvernon Park. The next Board meeting date was set for January 24, 2007, 6:30 p.m. at the Martha Cooper Library. The meeting was adjourned at 1:34 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Mary Handley, Secretary

September 27, 2006 The Peter Howell Neighborhood Association Board of Directors met last evening at the new Martha Cooper Library. The Board unanimously chose the following officers for the 2006-07 year: President - Donald Ijams Vice President - Elaine Lim Treasurer - Gene Wright Secretary - Mary Handley Newsletter Coordinator - Abby Rosen Activities for the upcoming year are planned as follows: Spring Neighborhood Meeting - March 2007 Neighborhood Picnic - Date to be determined - Elaine Lim, Coordinator Don Ijams PHNA President

September 23, 2006 The September 20, 2006 Peter Howell Neighborhood Association meeting was held in the Library at Peter Howell school. There were 46 names on the attendance list. Don Ijams, PHNA President, chaired the meeting (7:00 - 8:45 PM). Here is the agenda and some notes: Ward VI Update Councilwoman Nina Trasoff greeted us and asked for questions. She responded to a number of issues, including weeds in public rights of way and alleys, code enforcement support and graffiti removal available through the City's Neighborhood Resources Department (792-CITY) and gave us an update on Rio Nuevo progress. History of Peter Howell Neighborhood Mr. Jim Turner, of the Arizona Historical Society, gave a presentation describing highlights in the development of our neighborhood. Jim grew up in the neighborhood and attended Peter Howell School. His animated stories of the background of the mansions that are now the Old Pueblo Grille and the Lodge on the Desert were much appreciated by attendees. Jim's reminiscences about well-known people who were attached in some way to the neighborhood brought knowing smiles from some of the long-term residents in the audience. Tucson Police Department Overview Officer Dustin Dial gave a crime and police incident review of our neighborhood. He commented on improved participation of apartment units near 3rd and Alvernon in the Crime-Free Multihousing program. This program includes active screening of incoming renters and timely eviction of problem renters. Progress in crime reduction related to these apartments should be slow but steady. Off. Dial described the various incident types experienced over the last several months and answered residents' questions. His presentation was calm and professional, and was much appreciated by attendees. A crime map, prepared by Don Ijams, was circulated for review. Peter Howell School News Peter Howell principal Joan Gilbert talked about recent events at the school and was pleased to describe the good start to the school year they've been having. Election of Association Board Members Don Ijams gave an introduction to the annual bylaw requirement that Board of Director members be elected at the annual meeting. After describing Board and officer duties, he asked for nominations and self-nominations. Six names were offered and all were accepted by acclimation. Individuals elected to the Board for 2006-07 are: Mary Handley, Donald Ijams, Gene Wright, Elaine Lim, Julie Pupkoff and Abby Rosen. The new Board will meet soon to elect new officers from their group. Neighborhood Traffic Management A discussion was held on the City's neighborhood traffic management process and its recent history in northern Peter Howell neighborhood. The neighborhood association is taking a neutral position on traffic circles and other traffic calming devices given the strong opinions (for and against) in the neighborhood. Money gathered for roadway improvements (by Peter Howell Safe and Beautiful), now in the Association account, will be held until further notice. However, people who donated money for that purpose, who want their money back, and who can provide evidence of the donation, will be paid. Neighborhood Service Committee A Neighborhood Service Committee concept was presented, as a way to involve residents in solving problems in the neighborhood. No action on this idea was taken. Announcements - Open Floor Don Ijams PHNA President

April 25, 2006 Despite some windy conditions last Saturday, the Peter Howell Neighborhood Association had what I thought was a very nice picnic at Alvernon Park. I would say there were 40 people or so who came by to visit and/or who brought food and drinks to share. Many thanks to those who contributed much to its success, including Elaine, Judy, Scot, Scott, Clague, Abby, Tom, Nansi, Amy, Gene, and especially to our event coordinator, Julie Pupkoff. A number of others generously shared food and supplies for the benefit of us all. Thanks also to Council Member Trasoff and to State Senator Aboud for dropping by to visit with us. Thanks to the Lodge on the Desert for some great brownies, and to several nearby businesses for nice door prizes. Don Ijams PHNA President

April 7, 2006 The March 15, 2006 Peter Howell Neighborhood Association meeting was held in the new Multipurpose Building at Peter Howell school. There were 20 - 25 neighbors in attendance. Don Ijams, PHNA President, chaired the meeting (7:00 - 8:45 PM). Here is the agenda and some notes: Introductions Since Councilwoman Nina Trasoff was out of town on City business, Council Aid Monique Martin was introduced to the audience. She described services available through the City's Ward 6 office and answered a few questions. Neighborhood Picnic - Saturday, April 22 Picnic Event Coordinator Julie Pupkoff spoke about plans for the upcoming Neighborhood Picnic at Alvernon Park, to be held from 3 - 6 PM on Saturday, April 22. She solicited volunteers to help with arrangements and invited everyone to come for some good times with neighbors. 2005 Neighborhood Crime Review Don Ijams handled this portion of the agenda. He is a recently retired management analyst from the Tucson Police Department who frequently was called on to summarize crime data for Tucson. He showed a PowerPoint presentation on the screen, to let neighbors see where crime rates were in 2005 and how they compared with previous years. He also showed some crime maps for Tucson and for the Peter Howell neighborhood. Much of the neighborhood crime is near major intersections or along Alvernon and Speedway, rather than inside the neighborhood. Tucson Police Department Comments Capt. George Rodriguez and two of his Midtown Division officers provided updates on area crime. A welcome drop in City-wide burglaries was noted, with some discussion of related TPD efforts. Capt. Rodriguez described the main reason for the noticeable drop in larcenies for 2005 when compared with recent years. There has been a change in how TPD handles larceny reports. Before mid-2005, a citizen calling in a theft would be sent a form to be mailed back with details. The case would be recorded as a larceny in the computer, but not changed to miscellaneous when no followup report was received from the citizen, thus inflating the actual number of larcenies occurring. This process has since been changed, producing a more accurate count of larcenies. Capt. Rodriguez talked about crime in the Midtown area, noting the continuing effects of methamphetamine use on property crime, especially in the 1st/Grant area. He also spoke of crime prevention services offered by the department. Peter Howell School News Peter Howell principal Joan Gilbert talked about her students, where they came from in the community and about recent events at the school. Transportation Plan Overview Clague Van Slyke provided a bit of history and an overview of the upcoming regional transportation plan and vote (May 16). He made handouts available that gave pro and con arguments for the ballot measures. Neighborhood Traffic Management A discussion was held on the City's neighborhood traffic management process, and its progress in northern Peter Howell neighborhood. While the neighborhood association is taking a neutral position on traffic circles and other traffic calming devices, there was no lack of strong opinions (for and against) in the audience. The nature of the process was discussed and some misconceptions were clarified. A revised set of traffic calming structures is planned for mock up on 2nd St and at Irving/3rd in the next several months. Announcements - Open Floor

March 6, 2006 The March 4 neighborhood cleanup was a low key affair. A coordinating point at the south end of Alvernon Park was set up beginning at 8 AM. A number of neighbors stopped by for a chat while walking their dogs. Two volunteers came to help and were sent to the alley behind 800 - 900 N. Alvernon. Though they had only a short time available, they did a nice job of picking up the area. Eight to ten people took advantage of the household hazardous waste pickup we advertised and left a range of paints, oils and various other products for transport. Three temporary pickup locations are available on the first Saturday of each month (8 - 12 AM), one of which is at 7575 E. Speedway. This is the site where I took a full truckload of hazardous waste for disposal. D. S. Ijams

January 31, 2006 Notes from the Peter Howell Neighborhood Association Board Meeting January 24, 2006 / 5:30 - 6:45 PM Attendance: Ijams, Robira, Van Slyke, Wright, Marshall, Pupkoff Absent: Burruel (ill) 1. Neighbohood Picnic The Board agreed that Saturday, April 22, 2006 would be the date for the picnic. The picnic, to be held at Alvernon Park, from 2 - 6 PM (tentative), is being coordniated by Julie Pupkoff. She is in contact with Elaine Lim, who spearheaded last year's event. Julie asked about what should be provided (grills, charcoal, drinks, etc.) and discussed a children's portion of the event. 2. Spring Neighborhood Association Meeting The desired date for this meeting was set as Wednesday, March 15, 2006. Final confirmation of the use of Peter Howell school as the meeting location with Principal Joan Gilbert is expected soon. (Now confirmed) A tentative agenda for the Spring Meeting includes: New Councilwoman Introduction Peter Howell School News 2005 Neighborhood Crime Review Upcoming Events - April Picnic at Alvernon Park Transportation Plan Presentation Traffic Circle Update Other Extended Discussion of Above Items 3. Traffic Circle Update - Laura Burge, Ward VI Council Aide The Board reiterated its position that the Association will remain neutral on the traffic circle issue, given the strong opinions on both sides. More information about what is planned was desired, and the Board agreed that a fair process, implemented in the open, was best for the neighborhood. Don was to contact Scott Duerstock, project leader for the traffic circles. Laura Burge mentioned that Zelin Canchola of the City's Neighborhood Traffic program was receiving concerns about the safety of non-ambulatory travel through the 2nd/Bryant intersection, given the proposed layout of the traffic circle. 4. March Brush & Bulky week (March 6) - Neighborhood Cleanup? The Board considered what efforts might be organized, in conjunction with the next City Environmental Services Brush & Bulky pickup, to clean up the neighborhood. Alleys and other less obvious areas were mentioned as focal points. Help for elderly and others in need, to take advantage of the City's service, was suggested. A pickup point for hazardous materials (paints, oils, etc.) was also suggested. 5. A mailing to residents and businesses will happen soon, notifying all of new Board officers, recent happenings and plans. 6. Other - The walkway on the northern edge of Peter Howell school, along 5th St., was discussed. The Safe Routes to School Program is administered by Pima County through grant money. TUSD also has money to improve "adjacent ways" which are access to school properties. Clague was involved with the Safe Routes program when a few individuals started it with assistance from GABA - Greater Arizona Bicycling Association and the Robideaux Foundation. Matt Zoll, who is the alternate modes coordinator for Pima County, obtained the grant money and Clague was able to help get Peter Howell included in the pilot schools. Don Ijams and Clague Van Slyke, III

December 16, 2005 Happy holidays to all - The board got together Tuesday night and elected officers. The Peter Howell officers for this year are: Donald Ijams, President - Tom Robira, Vice-President - and Clague Van Slyke, secretary / treasurer. We discussed the traffic circles and agreed that the neighborhood association would stay neutral on the issue. The City has a process for individuals to petition for traffic mitigation separate and apart from the neighborhood association. Because this was not a neighborhood association project and no association money is being spent � it is not an issue that the board desires to interject ourselves into in any official capacity. The PHNA has had a history of collaborative cooperation and we wish to preserve that philosophy. We also discussed more frequent neighborhood meetings. Would the neighborhood prefer to meet twice a year? Three times? We were thinking perhaps two meetings and an annual picnic sometime in April or May? We also should put out a newsletter at least once or twice per year. We are looking for newsletter and picnic volunteers. Let me know. Don is also going to formalize the website � thanks! Several quick reminders: It is not to late to make your on-line tax credit contributions to TUSD schools. Remember, this is a tax credit, not a deduction, so it is the same as directing your taxes to a school of your choice. You can do it on-line even. Also, be extra cautious during the holidays. The bad guys don't take a break and in fact are looking to do some opportunist shopping. Don't leave valuable stuff in plain view in your car, lock your doors, watch out for unusual solicitors or strangers casing the neighborhood. Commonsense, precautions and watchful vigilance are your best protection. Lastly, if you enjoy jazz � the Arizona Jazz Academy is holding a concert at Rincon this Sunday at 3 PM. You'll hear some amazing jazz from some talented middle and high school kids along with the Arizona Jazz Orchestra, a big band of top professionals. It is a fund raiser for this non-profit group. Best wishes for a joyous holiday! Clague Van Slyke, Secretary P.S. - I still have a heavy duty swing set available for free to anyone who wants to move it!

From the Annual Meeting of the Peter Howell Neighborhood Association September 28, 2005, 7 PM, Peter Howell School Library: Greetings neighbors - I think I've got all the bugs out and this is a good list. We now have 80 folks on the email list which is roughly 20% of the homes in Peter Howell. First I want to thank everyone who attended the Annual Meeting. We had a good turnout on short notice and it is always good to catch up with neighbors that we haven't seen in a while. We had an interesting conversation with Joan Gilbert, the principal of Peter Howell. The multi purpose room is just about finished. Howell continues to expand the Opening the Minds through the Arts program which is incorporating music into the curriculum. Howell is also participating in International Walk to School Day and encouraging neighborhood kids to walk or bike to school. They welcome volunteers for tutoring and other projects. We also had a long conversation with one of our local TPD officers. Our neighborhood has seen a slight hike in burglaries and car thefts. Our crime statistics also include property along Alvernon and Speedway so our crime stats get somewhat inflated by non-residential crime. For example shoplifting at the Texaco on Alvernon and Speedway is a neighborhood crime as is a car theft at the Clarion. TPD reminds everyone to lock your doors and windows and lock your cars. Many of the larcenies and burglaries and car thefts were through open doors and windows or unlocked cars. Do not leave any visible valuables or money in cars. Also, since so much crime is committed by methamphetamine addicts beware that they will steal anything of value. So leaving even yard tools out is an invitation for theft. Even spare change in a car ashtray. We are also advised that TPD would like us to call 9-1-1 to report any suspicious person or activity. All calls for service to TPD go through 9-1-1 so don't feel that it has to be a life or death emergency. They will prioritize the call. It also helps them allocate resources if they know when and where certain kinds of calls come from. The most important crime prevention tips are to know your neighbors, protect your belongings and keep your eyes open. TPD needs our help to patrol our neighborhood. Lastly, we had a visit from Councilmember Fred Ronstadt and his aide Mike Guymon. They answered questions and discussed City goings on. Fred defended the City's decision to not notify us about the 5th St. sidewalks. Mike, however, was instrumental in at least stopping the section in front of the school �- it will be finished soon. We elected a Board of Directors for the upcoming year. They are: Tom Robira, Julie Pupkoff, Gene Wright, Donald Ijams, Catherine Marshall, Dawn Burruel and Clague Van Slyke, III. The Board will meet soon to elect officers. Thanks for helping make Peter Howell a great neighborhood! Clague Van Slyke, III

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