Nokomis East Neighborhood Association (NENA)
is Seeking Candidates to Serve on its Board of Directors

NENA is a growing community-based nonprofit organization serving over 14,600 residents and dozens of businesses in the southeast corner of Minneapolis.NENA is dedicated to bettering the quality of life and building a sense of community pride by sponsoring actions which help our environment, businesses and homes. See our website at

We are looking for energetic, strategically-minded leaders to help NENA and our neighborhoods thrive. Be a part of this important mission! Nomination Forms are due onApril 12, 2018.

Director Requirements & Duties

  • Complete the full TwoYear Term (or replacement term)
  • Resident (homeowner or renter) of the neighborhood elected to serve (Keewaydin, Minnehaha, Morris Park or Wenonah)
  • Board members must be 18 years or older
  • Monthly Board Meetings – FourthThursday of Each Month (7:00 – 9:00 pm). Third Thursday in November and December.
  • New Board Member Orientation (Saturday, May 12, from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm)
  • Total time commitment per month is about 8 hours
  • Serve on a committee and volunteer for community events
  • Serve on a fundraising team
  • Commitment to financially support NENA within your means

Why Should YOU Consider Serving?
Rewarding, Skill Building & Leadership Development

  1. As a new member, you will serve with a dynamic, enthusiastic, committed group of 14 other volunteers and staff members who work hard onbehalf of our community.
  2. Joining the Board will connect you more tightly with our neighborhoods and give you the chance to develop new skills while providing valuable direction to the course of NENAwork.
  3. By serving on the NENABoard, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of our community. The NENABoard meets once a month for most of the year. Also Board members serve on NENAcommittees and help with NENAevents and activities.
  4. You have good ideas, skills and energy to share to make NENAan even stronger organization.

If you have any questions or would like to chat, please call:

Becky Timm, Executive Director

Nokomis East Neighborhood Association
4313 E. 54th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55417
(612) 724-5652

Board Candidate Nomination Form

The Nokomis East Neighborhood Association will hold an election for its Board of Directors at its Annual Meeting on Thursday, April 26, 2018.The following eight seats are up for election:

2018NENA Board Information Packet & Nomination Form
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Keewaydin Neighborhood2 Seats

Minnehaha Neighborhood2 Seats

Morris Park Neighborhood2 Seats

Wenonah Neighborhood 2 Seats- 2 Year Term

Wenonah Neighborhood 1 Seats- 1 Year Terms

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* All seats are two-year terms, except one Wenonah replacement seat. At-Large seats will be up for election in April 2019.

Eligibility

If you are 18 years or older and a residentof the Nokomis East neighborhood of Keewaydin, Minnehaha, Morris Parkand Wenonah elected to represent.

Board Information Session

Interested individuals are strongly encouraged to schedule a time to meet with Becky Timm, NENA’s Executive Director to learn more about serving on the Board.Eligibility requirements, terms and service, and other information will be discussed at the upcoming Board Information Session on Thursday, April 5 @ 6:00 pm (NENA Office – 4313 E. 54th Street).

Nomination Forms

There are two parts to the Nomination Form: 1) Contact information; 2) Biographical information.An online application form is available at Your address and contact information will not be public. Completed Nomination Forms are due on April 12, 2018.

Nominations from the floor during the Annual Meeting will also be accepted, but all candidates will be expected to address the biographical information on the Nomination Form. All candidates will provide a short presentation to neighborhood members at the Annual Meeting and neighbors will vote for candidates.

Nomination Form – Part 1 Contact Information

(NOT Posted on the NENA Website)

Please Type or Print Legibly

Name:Self Nomination:  Yes  No – List Name of Nominator:

E-mail: Phone:

Street Address:

Neighborhood:

Occupation/Employer:

Nomination Form – Part 2 Biographical Information

(Posted on the NENA Website)

Please Type or Print Legibly

Nominee Name:Currently Serving on the NENA Board

Board Seat Nomination (Check all that apply):

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 Keewaydin Neighborhood Resident Morris Park Neighborhood Resident

 Minnehaha Neighborhood Resident Wenonah Neighborhood Resident

1. Tell us about yourself and your experience in yourneighborhood and in Nokomis East?

  1. Why are you interested in serving on theNENA Board of Directors?Describe your interests, skills, experience, hobbies, volunteer work or community involvement that will help your service on the Board?
  2. What hopes, goals and concerns do you have for your neighborhood and Nokomis East?
  1. What hopes, goals and concerns do you have for NENA?
  1. How will you reach out to the community during your Board term?
  1. What additional organizations, programs and events are you involved with?
  1. If elected, will you be able to complete the full term of service (2 years / 1 year)?

Yes  No

Signature of Agreement

I affirm that I meet the requirements of serving on the NENA Board of Directors and the information given in this Nomination Form is factual and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that should the nominee become an elected Board Member, any false statements, omissions or other misrepresentations could result in immediate dismissal.

Signature Date

Name (Printed)

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