The following is a statement from Marron Thomas, Frayser Neighborhood Council President: Greetings, I pray that all is well and that everyone enjoyed their holidays. The year 2014 was an exciting and rewarding year for the Frayser Neighborhood Council as well as the Frayser Community. Strong communities, make strong cities and undoubtedly the Frayser community plays a vital role in the strength and success of our great city, the city of Memphis. Collectively, the FNC has been very instrumental in leading and bringing our community together in such a way that our efforts have gained the attention of others throughout Memphis and beyond as well as serving as a model for those who seek to do the same within their own communities. Our positioning as leaders in the Frayser community and our roles on the Frayser Neighborhood Council comes with great responsibility. Not to ourselves, but to those whom we have been elected to serve. We must continuously evaluate ourselves individually and as a council; asking ourselves if our efforts and actions are positively or negatively affecting those in whom we serve and serve alongside. Dr. King said “Change does not roll in on the wheels of inevitability, but comes through continuous struggle”. That “struggle” has been evident as we have attempted to cultivate change within Frayser and it yet remains. I am confident that within our council lies those whom are up for the challenge and ready to face the “struggle” head on. Our bylaws state that an election should be held every year. The FNC agreed to postpone the 2014 elections and later set the election date for May of 2015. By a majority vote, the council also decided to defer all public community meetings until the date of the elections. The FNC has by majority vote also agreed to the terms listed below. 1) There will be no public Frayser Neighborhood Council meetings held until the new election in May. 2) Subcommittees and/or individual meetings, and training sessions will serve as the platform to reestablishing the new board structure. 3) Council members will not be permitted to “meet”, “act” or release any statements in the name of the Frayser Neighborhood Council or its subcommittees. During this time, the FNC will be conducting individual and sub committee meetings as well as undergoing training with a representative from the Building Neighborhood Capacity Program to ensure that a positive and progressive culture is being set for the newly elected council. The deferment of meetings does not stop the work of the council but instead forwards us the opportunity to focus inward and ensure success for future elected councils. I am confident that the investments made by the stakeholders of 38127 will not only continue but increase over the next few months. If you have any questions regarding any of the above mentioned matters, please feel free to contact me at this email address. Proudly serving in 38127, Marron Thomas President Frayser Neighborhood Council
Posted on: Wed, 07 Jan 2015 03:49:09 +0000
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