Team work!

Volunteers & Board Members  during National Night Out 2006.

 Protetcting the interest of our stakeholders

WHO IS THE SJHDNA?

Founded in 2004, the St. James Historic District Neighborhood Association (SJHDNA) is a grass roots organization started by it's residents. From  "watch-dogging" projects; and looking out for the best interest for public safety, traffic and historical  preservation. The Association is dedicated to represent, protect and enhance our neighborhood’s quality of life & historical assets  in the spirit of community, preservation and smart growth.

Location

The neighborhood  is located between St. John Street to the south,  Bassett to the north, west to North San Pedro and east to North 3rd street.  

High density housing.  This area is known for it's upscale- boutique style, low to mid rise condos, town homes, lofts & luxury apartment. There are several beautifully restored Victorians, which today, predominantly serve as offices.  

Partnerships

Strategic relationships with developers, businesses, city officials, residents -  strengthens partnerships which foster historic preservation and education; economic growth & sustainability; community advocacy & public safety awareness - invigorating and contributing to downtown San Jose's urban renaissance. These groups are (Key) :

-St. James Park Advisory Committee (community driven)

-Preservation Action Council SJ(non-profit)

-History San Jose (non-profit)

-San Jose Downtown Association  (non-profit)

-United Neighborhoods of Santa Clara County (non-profit)

-D3 Neighborhood Advisory Group (NAG)

-3rd Street Community Center (non-profit)

-Office of  PRNS & Planning (City of San Jose)

Cultivating these relationships,  starts  first by being objective  and understanding of eachother's  strengths, as well as their limitations.  Finding "our  fit"  will help motivate and  develop strategies (and tactics) , eventually sharing and making available (to eachother)  RESOURCES that will bring VALUE to our causes , earning the trust and confidence of every stakeholder who is involved and actively participates.

In addition, teaming with  other neighborhood associations can bring  a  more gritty "grass roots support" driving ever closer towards consensus.

Partnerships ARE KEY in developing a safe & positive environment for St. James Historic , as well as for the  overall success of downtown San Jose.

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2008-2009 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Shirley Bell (Park Townsend), President

Bob Carlson (St. James Place), Vice President

Eric (Park Townsend), Treasurer

Vicky Baugh (St. James Place), Secretary

BOARD MEMBERS AT LARGE

Jerri Carmo (The Plaza)

Frank Penrose (350 N 2nd Lofts),  Past President 05-07 

Bruce Friesen (Park Townsend)

MEMBERSHIP INFO & WEB GROUP

• Membership requirements are that you live and/or do business in the St. James Historic District. 
• Currently there are no dues, but we do encourage volunteer participation in our events
  
• General Community Meetings are TO BE ADVISED

Your pro-active participation in our Association is a great way to make a difference in your community - "Giving back" is truly an enriching personal experience! 

St. James Historic District Web Group

"Creating a

neighborhood

to linger in rather

than

pass through!"

-2005 SJHDNA Motto 

The SJHDNA 2009/10

ANNUAL EVENTS LIST

Below is our list of SJHDNA annually sponsored events that helps connect residents with their community. Have more questions?? Please contact one of our event  coordinators for more information!

Bob Carlson, VP

11/09 (to advise)- DAFFODIL DAYS

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Jerri Carmo, At Large

Anytime- ADOPT-A-PARK

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Bob Carlson, VP & F Penrose, At Large

8/4/09- NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

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Shirely Bell, Pres.

2010 (to advise) - FELLOWSHIP & FUN 

SJHDNA Community Meetings

If you are interested in  active participation of our association, our SJHDNA Community Meetings are held every...

• Meetings  -to be advised
  

• 6:30pm to 8pm

• Place to be determined
  

What is...?

"A neighborhood association is a group of neighbors who get together, share ideas and work cooperatively to make their neighborhood a better place to live. "

(2007) Beautifying the neighborhood! The SJHDNA planting Daffodils at St. James Park during Daffodil Days.

Membership in a neighborhood association is voluntary and open to anyone who lives in the area.

Voluntary open membership makes neighborhood associations different from homeowners organizations.  No matter what an organization is named, it’s how the organization functions that determines what it is.

Neighborhood Associations is truly about maintaining, protecting and enhancing the quality of life for those that live in the neighbrohood.

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R E S O U R C E S

WANT HELP STARTING A NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION?

Here are two resources for those living in San Jose and Santa Clara County:

SJ Neighborhood Development Center

United Neighborhoods of Santa Clara County