Minutes
Reseda Neighborhood Council Board
October 19, 2026
Draft minutes. These minutes have not been formally approved and may be revised.
RESEDA NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL
Reseda Neighborhood Council Board - MINUTES DRAFT
Monday, October 19, 2026
Call to Order: 6:36 PM PST by Michelle Gallagher
Adjournment: 7:55 PM PST
Call to Order: 6:36 PM PST by Michelle Gallagher
Adjournment: 7:55 PM PST
Meeting Recording:
Watch Recording
I. ATTENDANCE
Members Present (13): Michelle Gallagher, Amos Marvel, Andres Perkins, Borly Green, Bruno Hernandez, Chatura DeSilva, Danny Duarte, Daryt (DJ) Frank, Douglas Smith, Eric Grossman, Hillary Molina, Jimmy Reyes, Rami Frankl
Members Absent (4): Jamie York, Bella Hertler, Karla Escobar, Mike Goldman
Members Absent (4): Jamie York, Bella Hertler, Karla Escobar, Mike Goldman
Late Arrivals:
• Hillary Molina at 7:09 PM
• Daryt (DJ) Frank at 7:09 PM
• Hillary Molina at 7:09 PM
• Daryt (DJ) Frank at 7:09 PM
II. Roll Call
Members Present (13): Michelle Gallagher, Amos Marvel, Andres Perkins, Borly Green, Bruno Hernandez, Chatura DeSilva, Danny Duarte, Daryt (DJ) Frank, Douglas Smith, Eric Grossman, Hillary Molina, Jimmy Reyes, Rami Frankl
Members Absent (4): Jamie York, Bella Hertler, Karla Escobar, Mike Goldman
Members Absent (4): Jamie York, Bella Hertler, Karla Escobar, Mike Goldman
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III. Introduction of Public Officials, City Employees and Visitors
Notes:
[6:38 PM]
None.
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IV. Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items
Notes:
[6:39 PM]
Anna Measles- PLUM Committee comments.
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V. Multiple Agenda Items Comment
Notes:
[6:40 PM]
None.
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VI. Special Orders
A. Vacancy: Vice President
B. Any vacancies created by filling the Vice President vacancy
VII. Lead Business
A. A. Non-Monetary Consent Items
1. September 21, 2026 RNC General Board Meeting Minutes
Notes:
[6:42 PM]
Sharon noted that she couldn't find the minutes.
Motion #1
PASSED
Made by: Andres Perkins
| Seconded by: Douglas Smith
Approve the minutes as drafted.
| Result | Count | Members |
|---|---|---|
| Ayes | 9 | Amos Marvel, Andres Perkins, Borly Green, Bruno Hernandez, Chatura DeSilva, Danny Duarte, Douglas Smith, Eric Grossman, Jimmy Reyes |
| Abstentions | 1 | Michelle Gallagher |
B. B. Monetary Consent Items
Motion #1
PASSED
Made by: Michelle Gallagher
| Seconded by: Amos Marvel
Approve all items as listed.
| Result | Count | Members |
|---|---|---|
| Ayes | 5 | Amos Marvel, Andres Perkins, Chatura DeSilva, Eric Grossman, Jimmy Reyes |
| Abstentions | 1 | Michelle Gallagher |
1. September 2026 MER
2. Review RNC PO Box Contract
Financial
3. 2026-2027 RNC Budget and Rollover
C. Review up to $1500 for SOCES booster NPG
Financial
Notes:
[6:56 PM]
Anna made note of applicant and Sharon made a comment about Tarzana's contribution. Jessica Raymond clarified applicant.
Motion #1
PASSED
Approved NPG for SOCES for $1500.
| Result | Count | Members |
|---|---|---|
| Ayes | 5 | Amos Marvel, Andres Perkins, Eric Grossman, Jimmy Reyes, Michelle Gallagher |
| Abstentions | 1 | Chatura DeSilva |
VIII. Presentations
A. 18855 Victory Boulevard Entitlement Application
Notes:
[7:09 PM]
Presentation by Jessica Padakman, representative from Rosenheim & Associates, Inc. on behalf of Jewish Home for the Aging, as information only.
IX. Board Member Announcements and Comments
Notes:
[7:12 PM]
Michelle shared that we need more people to help step up for leadership roles. Amos shared about missing autistic teen, Junior Saavedra, in the community (Borly noted that he has been found!).
[7:21 PM]
Amos provided an update on the Reseda Theater from Bob Blumenfield (https://drive.google.com/file/d/17he4et-WLRYn0s5C2Z27w70trXySRdJu/view?usp=drive_link).
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X. Officer Reports
A. Parliamentarian- Training requirement update
Notes:
[7:22 PM]
Amos noted that Rami has not completed the Ethics Training and is ineligible to vote on any matters until the training is completed.
XI. Committee and Alliance Reports
A. Economic Development Committee update on Reseda petition for JEDI Zones
Notes:
[7:27 PM]
Chatura noted that EWDD agreed to move forward with an additional JEDI Zone in Reseda, however, the department doesn't have funding/staff at this current time. Chatura also shared that Economic Development Committee will be resuming meetings in November 2026.
B. PLUM Committee: 18430 Sherman Way update
Notes:
[7:26 PM]
Amos discussed the attached 18430 Sherman Way Response Letter.
XII. Old Business
A. RNC Stencil Design for Artbox and Mural Project (Continued)
B. November 19, 2026 National Sleep Out (Continued)
Notes:
[7:40 PM]
Doug motioned to approve co-sponsorship of National Sleep Out on Nov 19, 2026.
[7:46 PM]
Michelle noted that no one said it was illegal to partner with a non-profit. Inquired about Covenant House's role in co-sponsorship.
[7:48 PM]
Amos clarified legal requirements (ADA), co-sponsorship, and disclosure responsibilities of all NCs. Amos also noted he had been speaking with Doug for more than 6 months about this proposal. (See recording)
C. CIS Regarding CF 26-1050 Modernization of the City's Tree Spacing Guidelines (Continued)
XIII. New Business
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XIV. Upcoming Agenda Items
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XV. Next General Meeting
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XVI. Adjournment
Meeting adjourned at: 7:55 PM PST