July 2022

Harvey Oaks Homeowners Association (HOHA) General Membership Meeting

Thursday, July 14, 2022-7:30 p.m. 

Sean O’Casey’s Pub-2523 South 140 Avenue-Omaha, NE 

The meeting was called to order at 7:32 p.m. by Corey Podwinski, President. 

Officers, Committee members, and Area Representatives present at the meeting were: John Brehmer-Guidelines, Trent Bradshaw-Treasurer, Ashley Doherty-Webmaster, Carol Feelhaver-Secretary/Social/Nominating/Welcome, Tom Helm-Parks, Kevin Hughes-Baseball Field Reservations/Advertising, Luke Hawkins-Vice-President, Ashley Podwinski-Webpage content, Gates & Marie Salistean-Parks, Denny Schaeppi-Advertising/Social, Traci Selby-Membership/Social, Donna Thompson-Area 27/Social, and Nicole Hebert-guest.

Committee Reports:

Treasurer’s Report-Trent Bradshaw gave the following report.

• Trent reviewed the financial statements through June 30, 2022.
• Anyone interested in a copy of this report should contact Trent at trent_m_bradshaw@yahoo.com.

Membership Report-No report was given. 

Nominating Report–The following report was given.

• Christina Muska has asked to be replaced as newsletter editor.  Warren Curry has agreed to fill this position.  
• Christina was thanked for her five years of service as newsletter editor.

Parks Report–Tom Helm gave the following report.

• Members of HOHA have met with Bob Scott concerning the renovations to the 144 and Harvey Oaks Avenue Island.  More information will be coming on this project.  
• The City of Omaha (City) is working on replacing the downed tree at 152 and Shirley Street.  

Newsletter Report-Warren Curry wasn’t present to give a report.

• The newsletter deadline for the August/September issue is July 15.
• The newsletter deadline for October/November is September 15.
• Warren will be editing the August/September issue of the newsletter.  

Webpage Report–Ashley Doherty gave the following report.

• The webpage is featuring articles on the bash/picnic.  This includes a sign-up genius for volunteering, a registration form for the Cornhole tournament, and information on ‘early bird’ registration for the event.

Advertising Report-Denny Schaeppi gave the following report.

• There has been some difficulty with the newsletter ads, and Denny has this under control with the advertisers.
• The newsletter will make its budget regarding the selling of ads.

Guidelines Issues-John Brehmer stated there is was no report.  

Citizens Patrol Report–There was no one present to give a report. 

• Volunteers are needed to be patrollers.  Anyone interested can contact Joni Ternes.
• There will be a recruitment table for new volunteers at the bash/picnic.  

Social Committee Report-The following report(s) were given.

• The End of Summer Bash/Picnic will be Saturday, August 13, 5:00-8:00 p.m. in the North Park.
• Food trucks will be at the event from 5:00-8:00 p.m.
• The food trucks that will be available.   

• 402 BBQ
• Burning Bridges
• Corn Dogs
• Johnny Riccos Pizza
• Kona Ice

• Volunteers are needed for the event.  If there are enough volunteers there will be bounce houses and other activities for the children of all ages. 
• Activities for children are very important so adults will be able to stay and enjoy the event.  
• Beverages will be free.  This includes beer, water and pop.
• There will be a Silent Auction with items donated from local businesses.  Youth Emergency Services (YES) is the designated HOHA charity and will receive 20% of the revenue from the Silent Auction.  
• Denny Schaeppi has 12 vendors and approximately $3,000.00 in item value for the Silent Auction.  
• A Cornhole Tournament will be held.  There is a $10.00 team registration fee, and this amount is donated directly to YES.
• Anyone interested in participating in the Cornhole Tournament is asked to register on line.  A team is made up of two individuals.  A registration form will also be in the newsletter. 
• Residents can bring desserts (optional) to the event if they would like.  Each item must be individually wrapped.
• All current (2022) HOHA members are admitted at no charge to the event. Guests of current HOHA members (members must be present) will be charged $7.00 per person to attend.  All non-joining residents of Harvey Oaks will be charged $14.00 per person to attend the event, and grandchildren of current HOHA members are admitted at no charge.   
• The 2023 HOHA Membership Drive will be kicked off at the event.
• Individuals must provide ID if they would like alcoholic beverages.  
• Shirley Street, from 151 to 152, will be closed from 5:00-9:00 p.m. because of the event.   
• No alcoholic beverages can be brought into the park by individuals attending the event.   
• A $5.00 food voucher/coupon will be given to all current HOHA members and their children at registration.  This voucher/coupon can be used to purchase food from the food trucks.

Ball field Committee-Kevin Hughes gave the following report.

• The ball field is still being used by different teams.
• The fall sign-up for a practice times is on a first come basis.

Fireworks Display Committee-The following report was given. 

• The event was held on June 25 and very successful. There is a problem with parking on area streets.  This problem will be addressed for next year’s display.
• The exact location of the display is still under discussion.  The housing development in Heartwood Preserve will be a factor. 
• The fireworks clean-up was held on Sunday, June 26, 10:00 a.m. in the North park.  A tremendous thank you to all the individuals that helped with the clean-up.  Drew Thompson and Craig Dulany were thanked for their time on the event.  

The Children’s Patriotic Parade

• This event was held on June 25 at 11:00 a.m. with approximately 50 children parading around the center park.
• A thank you to Audry Childers for organizing the event.  Traci Selby and Donna Thompson worked registration.  

Old Business:

There was none presented.

New Business:

• Additional planning will take place to solve the parking problems on area streets for next year’s fireworks display.  Safety is the primary concern.
• It was brought to the attention of the Board that individuals are NOT stopping at stop signs.  Speeding continues to be a problem in the neighborhood.  The speed limit is 25 mph in residential areas.

Announcements:

• Residents are encouraged to sign up and volunteer for the End of Summer Bash/Picnic on August 13.  A Sign Up Genius is located on the HOHA website.  

As there was no other business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at 8:26 p.m.  The next regular meeting is Thursday, August 11, 2022, 7:30 p.m. at Sean O’Casey’s Pub, 2523 South 140 Avenue, in the back party room. 

2022 Meeting Schedule-Second Thursday of each month-7:30 p.m.

September 8, October 13, November 10.  There is no December meeting.  

Respectively submitted,

Carol Feelhaver, HOHA Secretary