Announcement of Civic League Annual Meeting
Election of Directors and Officers

April 18, 2018

Dear Roland Park Civic League Members and Residents:

I am pleased to announce the annual meeting of the general membership of the Roland Park Civic League will take place on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 beginning promptly at 7:00 p.m. in the multi- purpose room at the Roland Park Elementary/Middle School. Doors will open at 6:30p for check-in, refreshments and a little live music. In the spirit of participative democracy, all Civic League members are encouraged to attend, and all interested Roland Park residents are invited. Among our responsibilities at this meeting will be the election of officers and plat representatives for the 2018-2019 term. A slate of officers and directors proposed by our nominating committee is enclosed with this letter. Additional nominations may be made from the floor.

Following introductions, we will conduct the election of officers and plat representatives. We will then hear a few words from our elected officials in attendance.

The Board of the Civic League will report on their significant activities for the past year and goals for the coming year. The Treasurer will provide a financial update and we’ll hear from the Roland Park Community Foundation, the Maintenance Committee, the newly formed Events Committee and we’ll present the current status of the Greater Roland Park Master Plan.

At last year’s annual meeting, we told you that committees had been formed to work on a project approval process, a communications policy and an ethics policy. All three are complete and we will provide detail on the finished products. We will also give you an update on the proposed development at Falls Road and Northern Parkway—the Overlook at Roland Park.

The evening will culminate with a follow up to the April 12th DOT meeting concerning safety on Roland Avenue and the RPCL request for the restoration of curbside parking with wider, safer bike lanes. Michelle Pourciau, the Director of the Department of Transportation, will be present to offer updated thoughts. Unlike the meeting at St. David’s, this is not an opportunity for us to voice opinions. We will, however, give you specific guidance on whom to contact with issues or concerns.

Those general members of the Roland Park Civic League whose dues are current are entitled to vote on Board nominations and any other business addressed at our annual meeting. If you have not paid your Civic League dues you will have the opportunity to pay by cash or check at the meeting. We look forward to seeing you on May 22nd.

Sincerely,

Hap Cooper
President, Roland Park Civic League

Agenda
Minutes of 2017 Annual Meeting (posted 5/15/18)
Standing Policies
Proxies
Slate of Nominees (revised)
Standing Rules

Mark your calendars and plan to attend the annual membership meeting of the Roland Park Civic League on Tuesday evening May 22, 2018 from 7-9PM in the auditorium of the Roland Park Elementary/Middle School, 5207 Roland Avenue. All residents are welcome to attend. Dues paying members are entitled to vote on our nominees for Officers and Plat Reps. Watch your mail in the next week for an official invitation that will include a slate of nominated candidates. Please remind your neighbors, too! (Note- this date has been changed from the earlier notice of May 16th)

Roland Park Residents:

It is time for Spring 2018 tree planting. If you are a Roland Park Resident who pays full fees and dues and are up-to-date with your dues, you may apply for a free tree. The trees will be planted by K&C Groundworks, our community landscape maintenance company. Those interested should contact Kate Culotta by email (landscape@rolandpark.org) or by phone [410 804-4750]. There will be a site visit by a member of the Landscape Committee before final approval. The number of available trees is limited and is scheduled on a first come basis. The following trees should be available for planting later in April. This program is made possible by a joint venture by Roland Park Community Foundation, Roland Park Landscape Committee and Baltimore City Department of Forestry.

Shade Trees for planting along the street verge or on personal property within view of street
Nuttal Oak
Chinquapin Oak
White Oak
Black Oak
Red Maples
American Linden
Black Gum
American Hornbeam (Can thrive in shade)
Details and care guidance for shade trees

Ornamental Trees for planting on personal property
Eastern Redbud
Serviceberry
Flowering Dogwood
Flowering Cherry
White Fringe
PawPaw (fruit bearing and shade loving)
Details and care guidance for ornamental trees

 

 

TO BE RESCHEDULED due to inclement weather and dangerous road conditions.

Save the Date to attend a public meeting concerning Roland Avenue being held by Baltimore City Department of Transportation (BCDOT) on Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at Roland Park Elementary/Middle School (RPEMS), 5207 Roland Avenue from 6:00-8:00PM. Further details will be shared when available.

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