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IN THIS ISSUE
                                                                                                                    Letter from the President pg. 3
                                                                                                                  NRPCA Calendar of Events pg. 5
                                                                                                                        Baseball Registration pg. 6
MAR-APR 2021                                                                                                                 Farmer's Market pg. 6
002 / vol. 96                                                                                                           NRPCA Membership pg. 8
NORTH ROSEDALE PARK
DETROIT, MI                                                                                                               NRPCA Financials pg. 9

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                                            “…WE WILL REBUILD, RECONCILE AND RECOVER
                                             AND EVERY KNOWN NOOK OF OUR NATION AND
                                                     EVERY CORNER CALLED OUR COUNTRY,
                                       OUR PEOPLE DIVERSE AND BEAUTIFUL WILL EMERGE,
                                                               BATTERED AND BEAUTIFUL
                                             WHEN DAY COMES WE STEP OUT OF THE SHADE,
                                                                  AFLAME AND UNAFRAID
                                                    THE NEW DAWN BLOOMS AS WE FREE IT
                                                             FOR THERE IS ALWAYS LIGHT,
                                                  IF ONLY WE’RE BRAVE ENOUGH TO SEE IT
                                                  IF ONLY WE’RE BRAVE ENOUGH TO BE IT”
                                                            ~THE HILL WE CLIMB
                                                           BY AMANDA GORMAN,
                                                     U.S. YOUTH POET LAUREATE
 The Rosedale Tattler is a publication of the North Rosedale Park Civic Association. Established in 1924, the North Rosedale Park Civic Association
is a community organization that promotes the interests and welfare of North Rosedale Park residents, maintains park facilities for community use,
         advocates for necessary public improvements, and enforces building restrictions and ordinances within North Rosedale Park.
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NRPCA 2021 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
PRESIDENT Wendy Jackson • wljackson@kresge.org
VICE PRESIDENT James Martin • james@nrpca.org
PAST PRESIDENT Bill Frey • bill@nrpca.org
DIRECTORS                                                    DEADLINE FOR
Sarah Hulett • sarah.hulett@gmail.com
Karen Graham • kgraham877@gmail.com                          THE TATTLER!
Christopher Krupa • Christopher.krupa@yahoo.com
Beverly Frederick • frederickbly@gmail.com                 The Rosedale Tattler is a bi-monthly newsletter published by the
James Courtney • james.s.courtney@gmail.com                NRPCA. All articles and advertisements for the next edition are due
Eric Willingham • ericwillingham@att.net                   by APRIL 17, 2021. Please contact Tattler@nrpca.org to submit
Elizabeth Cooper • elizabeth.cooper129@yahoo.com           articles or for advertising rates and policies. We welcome and
Theresa Glenn • tagstaxesLLC129@gmail.com
                                                           encourage submissions. The author’s name, address and phone
TREASURER
                                                           number is required for publication. The editorial staff reserves the
John Gumbel • TreasurerNRPCA@gmail.com • 313-531-5817
                                                           right to edit submissions for space or material which they deem
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY
                                                           obscene, defamatory, deceptive or misleading.
Chelsea Neblett • chelsea@nrpca.org • 734-323-2487
CORRESPONDING SECRETARY
Marcia Bonner • marciabonner1@gmail.com
RECORDING SECRETARY
JaNae Harrison • harrison.jj84@gmail.com
BLDG. MANAGER
Beverly Frederick • 313-837-3416
Billie Newsom • 313-837-3416
PROGRAM MANAGER
Gloria Goodwine • nrpcaprograms@gmail.com • 313-971-3990
ADVERTISING COORDINATOR
Deena Policicchio • tattler@nrpca.org
TATTLER EDITOR
Tamara Halliburton • tattler@nrpca.org
TATTLER DESIGNER
Antha Ann • anthaann34@gmail.com
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Dexter Slusarski • dexter@nrpca.org

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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT

DEAR NEIGHBORS,

My President’s letter comes to you one year after COVID-19 changed our world overnight. March 2020 seems like a
lifetime ago and in North Rosedale Park we have been through much together while safely remaining at a distance
from each other. We hold so many memories of the last year and I’m grateful that after a year of tremendous loss and
reckoning, we were able to be each other’s bond.

I chose to open this first edition of the 2021 Tattler with the words of Amanda Gorman from her celebrated poem,
“The Hill We Climb.” Her hopeful embrace of the future we must create serves as a powerful north star for our work
in North Rosedale Park. When she graced the podium on January 20 at the Inauguration of President Joe Biden and
Vice President Kamala Harris, it was a moment not only for the country to pause and reflect on our collective purpose,
but closer to home - in our neighborhood – we should view it as a poignant invitation for change and audacious
possibilities. Her call to action - for us to rebuild, reconcile and recover - embodies our neighborhood agenda for how
we will work in the year ahead.

WELCOME NEW BOARD DIRECTORS TO THE NORTH ROSEDALE PARK CIVIC ASSOCIATION
In January, the neighborhood held its annual elections and on behalf of the North Rosedale Park Civic Association; I’m
pleased to announce that four new members have joined the board of directors. Coming with strong backgrounds
in business and education, the dynamic new NRPCA board members bring years of experience and leadership in
our neighborhood, fresh new ideas, and the energy to help address the complex challenges we still face from the
aftershocks of the pandemic. Please join me in welcoming Elizabeth Cooper, James Courtney, Theresa Glenn, and
Eric Willingham to the board. The four new members join existing board members Beverly Frederick, Bill Frey, Karen
Graham, Sarah Hulett, Chris Krupa, and James Martin. They will be joined by the 2021 board appointees approved at
the February 7, board meeting: Marcia Bonner, Corresponding Secretary; JaNae Harrison, Recording Secretary; and
Chelsea Neblett, Membership Secretary.

We thank Adriane Henry, Billie Newsom and Ebonee Webb for their tremendous board service during 2020. Both Billie
and Ebonee have agreed to continue as volunteers for NRPCA with Billie serving as the Interim Co-Building Manager
(with Beverly Frederick) and Ebonee will again co-chair our annual Steak Roast (with James Courtney).

A YEAR TO “REBUILD, RECONCILE, AND RECOVER” IN NORTH ROSEDALE PARK
North Rosedale Park begins the new year at an inflection point as Detroit begins to grapple with its post-pandemic
future. Our neighborhood continues to meet the moment in addressing the health impacts COVID-19, but now there
is an impending economic reset ahead that NRPCA must be vigilant to address. The NRPCA Board of Directors will be
organized around the following priorities in 2021:
        • Provide stronger governance and financial stewardship for the park and Community House.
        • Grow our membership and foster a sense of community.
        • Support actions that keep our neighborhood beautiful and safe during the pandemic.

SPRING IS NOT CANCELED
At its March 4, meeting the NRPCA voted to reopen the playground. A tremendous thank you to Amy Oakes for creating the
beautiful new signage to inform visitors on the importance of maintaining vigilance against COVID-19, while using the playscapes.
Our celebration of North Rosedale Park’s centennial year continues in 2021 thanks to the leadership of the North Rosedale Park

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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT CONT.
Centennial Committee, led by Rose Love, Tess Tchou, and Marsha Bruhn. The Committee has planned a series of events to
commemorate this important milestone. A description of events and activities are listed in this edition of the Tattler and I hope you
will find this as an opportunity to get involved.

 HOW YOU CAN HELP – YOUR MEMBERSHIP MEANS EVERYTHING
Your financial support will help the neighborhood get through a critical time and by renewing your general membership at $75, you
can provide for the maintenance of the Community House and park grounds as well as community programs from the Steak Roast
to June Day. To become a member, please visit www.nrpca.org.

WITH GRATITUDE,
WENDY LEWIS JACKSON
PRESIDENT | NORTH ROSEDALE PARK CIVIC ASSOCIATION

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NORTH ROSEDALE PARK                                                                                                                         2021
CIVIC ASSOCIATION                                                                                                           CALENDAR OF EVENTS
18445 Scarsdale Detroit, MI 48223                                                                                                ​C heck NRPCA.org to
(313) 837-3416 • www.nrpca.org                                                                                                  confirm these events.

APRIL
 3 Easter Egg Hunt            8 General Membership Meeting

MAY
17 DIA Art Installation Around the Park

JUNE
 3 Farmers Market Begins      5 DSO Outdoor Concert (Salute to Members)         12 June Day (Always the 2nd Saturday)   26 Graduation Tributes

JULY
 ? Family Movie Night

AUGUST
Summer Concerts in the Park     19 Family Movie Night         21 Home and Garden Tour

SEPTEMBER
10 Steak Roast

OCTOBER
14 General Membership Meeting             31 Trunk-or-Treat

NOVEMBER
To Be Determined

DECEMBER
1-21 Holiday Lights Contest        9 General Membership Meeting and 2022 Board Nominations
                                          Holiday Greetings

SPEED HUMPS COMING TO GROW DETROIT'S
NORTH ROSEDALE PARK   YOUNG TALENT
This year, Detroit’s Department of Public Works plan to install                  Applications for the 2021 season will be open until May 1st!
4,500 speed humps. The 4,500 locations for speed humps will be                   Grow Detroit’s Young Talent (GDYT) is a citywide summer jobs
on streets with a 25 mph speed limit. For the 2021 program, the City             program that trains and employs young adults between the
has allocated $11.5 million for the speed humps that will come from              ages of 14 and 24 for up to 120 hours. Youth participants must be
state transportation funds, as well planned capital projects that                permanent residents of the City of Detroit and be eligible to work in
have been reprioritized. Recently, it was announced that NRP will                the United States. There are a broad range of jobs available to the
be included in that number.                                                      participants.
Click here for a list of speed humps being installed this year in                Examples of jobs include: community cleanups, event planning,
District One, which is the district NRP is in.                                   accounting, retail and the Junior Police or Fire Cadets to name a
From the city of Detroit website, installation will start this spring on         few. Last year, over 8,000 local youth received employment, which
sites determined by the road engineering department based on                     is the program’s goal again this year. This is a great work experience
three criteria:                                                                  opportunity for Grandmont youth.
          • Traffic counts on street                                             Please call the City of Detroit Youth Services Department for any
          • Number of children living on the street                              questions or concerns. Their contact information is listed below:
          • DPD or other reports of excessive speeding on the street                       Youth Services
Specific emphasis will be placed on streets often used as a cut-                           (313) 628-1154
through, or shortcut to bypass major road traffic.                                         youthdetroit@detroitmi.gov
Interested in requesting a speed hump on your street?                                      Grow Detroit's Young Talent Website
 Find more information here.

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ROSEDALE GRANDMONT
                                                                                       BASEBALL REGISTRATION
                                                                                       IS OPEN!
                                                                                          Rosedale Grandmont Baseball League
                                                                                         is making plans for a 2021 season, and
                                                                                       registration for Rosedale Grandmont
                                                                                  Baseball League is now LIVE. Please visit
                                                                 rosedalegrandmontbaseball.org ASAP to register online or
                                                                 to print off forms to return with payment. You may also visit
                                                                 our Facebook page at facebook.com/RosedaleGrandmont
                                                                 for news. There are three divisions:
                                                                         • T-Ball for ages 3 – 4 years
                                                                         • Coach Pitch for ages 5 – 6 years
                                                                         • Baseball (in three age brackets) for ages 7 – 16 years
                                                                 Rosedale Grandmont Baseball League is a chartered member
                                                                 of Cal Ripken/Babe Ruth Baseball. This league’s first season
                                                                 was in 1992. Some 300 boys and girls (3-16 years old) play
                                                                 t-ball, coach pitch, and baseball each season. The season
                                                                 starts with practices throughout April with our Opening Day
                                                                 (complete with parade and ceremonies) around the end of
                                                                 the month. Games are scheduled through the end of June.
                                                                 The league is represented by our all-stars in area tournaments
                                                                 in July and August. All the work in the administration of the
                                                                 league is done by volunteers.

FARMER'S MARKET
TO START JUNE 3RD
The 17th season of the Northwest Detroit Farmers’ Market
will start on Thursday, June 3! While we are still working out
the details, you can certainly mark your calendars for opening
day! The Market will again take place every Thursday through
early October in the parking lot at the North Rosedale Park
Community House, 18445 Scarsdale.

Follow Northwest Detroit Farmers’ Market to learn the latest:
Facebook nwdetroitfarmersmarket
Instagram @nwdetroitfarmersmarket

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WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT!
The North Rosedale Park Civic Association (NRPCA) is a membership organization of current and former residents and businesses
dedicated to preserving the neighborhood and enhancing residential quality of life. We take pride in our community and serving our
neighbors. If you are a new resident or have lived here for years, your support is needed for the NRPCA to fulfill its mission.
By joining the North Rosedale Park Civic Association, you can take advantage of numerous opportunities and stay up to date on the
issues currently affecting the neighborhood. Annual membership dues support the ongoing programs of the NRPCA and the operations
of the Community House and park. As a member, you’ll learn about unique ways that your neighbors are volunteering their time to help
preserve and shape the future of North Rosedale Park!
Annual North Rosedale Park Civic Association membership dues help to support the work of our primarily volunteer-based organization.
Your membership supports efforts such as:
• The Tattler newsletter                                               • Monthly neighborhood safety meetings
• Website                                                              • A variety of social events that promote a sense of community
• An active block club program that meets monthly                      • Maintenance of the Community House and grounds
• A Code Enforcement & Zoning Team that provides information on city   • Advocacy efforts to request improve city, county, and state services
ordinances                                                             • Community House rental discount
• The Foreclosure Prevention and Vacant Property Task Force            • Weekly farmers market
The cost of membership in the North Rosedale Park Civic Association for Park Residents is $75.00 per year, or $20 per quarter. Being a
member of the NRPCA entitles you to all of the things listed above and makes you an owner and contributing member of the community.
It’s easy to start or renew your membership! You can pay on our website.

ELECTION HIGHLIGHTS

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   01/07/21         Statement of Financial Income and Expense
   Accrual Basis                       January through December 2020

                                                                                 TOTAL
                       Income
                         4035 · Kitchen Rental & Storage                                901.00
                         4000 · Grant/Foundation Income                              15,000.00
                         4010 · Corporate Contributions                              10,765.00
                         4020 · Individual Contributions
                           4020.3 · Red Rose Society                             9,900.00
                           4020.1 · Ind Contrib Operations Support               4,180.00
                           4020.2 · Ind Contrib Capital Campaign                 3,875.00
                           4020 · Individual Contributions - Other               5,800.00

                         Total 4020 · Individual Contributions                       23,755.00

                         4030 · Dues Income                                          20,799.70
                         4040 · Rental Income
                           4045 · Rental Income - Admin Fee                      1,950.00
                           4040 · Rental Income - Other                         12,460.20

                         Total 4040 · Rental Income                                  14,410.20

                         4050 · Advertising Income                                      410.00
                         4060 · Fundraising/Special Evnt Income                      19,179.16
                         4070 · Other/Miscellaneous Income                            1,300.00
                         4090 · Interest Income                                          92.46
                         4095 · Program Income                                          677.00

                       Total Income                                                 107,289.52

                     Gross Profit                                                   107,289.52

                       Expense
                         6086 · Property Tax                                             -35.22
                         5000 · Payroll Expenses
                           5000.1 · Gross Wages                                 24,848.75
                           5000.2 · Payroll Tax Expense                          5,107.48
                           5000.4 · Payroll Service Fee                          1,397.11

                         Total 5000 · Payroll Expenses                               31,353.34

                         5500 · Contract Services
                           5500.5 · Construction/Renovation Related              1,134.31
                           5500.1 · Accounting Fees                                760.00
                           5500.4 · Outside Contract Services                   12,989.27
                           5500 · Contract Services - Other                        -27.50

                         Total 5500 · Contract Services                              14,856.08

                         6010 · Bank Service Fees                                     1,703.36
                         6015 · Computer/Technology Expense                             831.23
                         6030 · Donation Expense                                      2,520.00
                         6040 · Fundraiser/Special Event Exp                          5,216.48
                         6045 · Insurance Expense                                    17,097.32
                         6050 · Interest Expense                                        727.80
                         6055 · Licenses & Fees Expense                                -896.00

                         6060 · Membership Expenses                                     260.00
                         6073 · Miscellaneouse Expenses                                 697.16
                         6075 · Office Supplies & Expense                             1,603.75
                         6080 · Postage & Delivery Fees                                 230.04
                         6085 · Printing & Reproduction Expense                       1,333.05
                         6087 · PropertyTax Expense                                  -1,600.00
                         6100 · Repairs & Maintenance Expense
                           6100.5 · Building Supplies                             822.68
   1:59 PM                  North Rosedale Park Civic
                           6100.1 · Building Repairs & Maintenance
                                                                      Association
                                                                                6,380.29
   01/07/21         Statement of Financial Income and Expense
                                                        9,212.50
                           6100.2 · Grounds Repairs & Maintenance
   Accrual Basis                      January
                         Total 6100 · Repairs   through December
                                              & Maintenance Expense     2020         16,415.47

                         6105 · Security Expense                                      2,521.60
                         6110 · Telephone, Cable & Internt Fees                  TOTAL1,128.11
                         6120 · Utility Expenses
                           6120.4 · Gas/Electric Budget Payment                  5,982.00         Page 1
                           6120.3 · Water                                        4,384.07

                         Total 6120 · Utility Expenses                               10,366.07

                       Total Expense                                                106,329.64

                   Net Income                                                            959.88

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