To contact the CLPC Board of Directors, please email loveloring2@gmail.com.

Lee Frelich, President / 2022 – 2024

My name is Lee Frelich–I am Director of the University of Minnesota Center for Forest Ecology and a long-time resident of the Loring Park Neighborhood. For 28 years I have helped the neighborhood maintain its tree canopy, participated in volunteer gardening, and worked on land use issues. In addition to serving on the CLPC board for the last six years (currently CLPC Board President), I am on the boards of Friends of Loring Park and the Loring Greenway Association. CLPC is a leading neighborhood organization in the city of Minneapolis, with positive impacts on quality of life by taking on issues such as safety, urban greening and land use. I look forward to continuing to work on these issues as a member of the CLPC board.

Terri Ashmore, Treasurer / 2022 – 2024

My name is Terri Ashmore and I am seeking CLPC Board membership to work together with residents, business owners and visitors to make sure our dynamic neighborhood is welcoming, safe and secure. I serve as CLPC Board Treasurer. Since 1993 I have worked in the neighborhood at The Basilica of Saint Mary. I started as Development Director raising funds for the care and restoration of the historic campus. My current role is Managing Director leading a team managing communications, volunteer engagement, fundraising and facilities. I also volunteer for Lundstrum Performing Arts offering arts opportunities to children ages 3 through high school and located in north Minneapolis.

Diane Conner 2023 – 2025

This neighborhood has been my home for 40 years.  And for that same length of time I have been involved in the community. I have served as a Board member for many organizations in the arts, in education and in social services.

The experience has always been rewarding and confirming that giving support to try and ensure the longevity and viability of community interests benefits everyone.

Ryo Hamasaki 2023 – 2025

I am a new resident of Loring Park with a passion for making our neighborhood a beautiful and safe place to live, work, shop, and play.  Since moving to the neighborhood, I have been building a sense of community by getting to know my neighbors and local businesses. You may see me biking around town, taking photos at events, or just out picking up litter.  I believe taking small steps can lead to big changes, and feel CLPC is one way for me to stay involved and contribute to our neighborhood.

Alex Heller 2024 – 2026

My name is Alex Heller, and I’m serving on CLPC board because I believe in CLPC mission, and since 2014, I’ve been directly able to see the positive impact CLPC has on our neighborhood. I am currently the property manager of Loring Corners Inc.; however, I’ve served many roles within the business over the years. I live at LPM Apartments, and I want to work closer with the neighborhood on creating a real positive impact in our community that will expand throughout our entire city. Real change happens on the grassroots level, and for me, there isn’t another organization as committed to our community and with actual boots on the ground making a positive impact than CLPC.

Norman Kulba 2023 – 2025

I’ve lived in loring park since 2013 and love being a part of CLPC. I enjoy every aspect of being part of the group, but I especially love the fundraisers. My partner and I host the annual Christmas party and I was lucky enough to help with the Love Loring online auction during Covid. Im looking forward to continuing work with CLPC.

Phyllis Roden 2023 -2025

I have had a business in downtown since 2012 and have been a resident (renter) of Loring since 2017. I moved to Loring because I like to walk to work and because of the park. Obviously, for everyone, the last couple of years have been tough, but the friends and neighbors that I have made in Loring have made it much easier. I have lived in Minnesota since 1996, but I never felt such a true sense of community until I moved to Loring!

I am interested in serving on the Board because I understand how important it is to be involved in your community. Communities work when people show up. Most (nearly 100%) of my Loring friends are renters so I think that I will be able to strongly represent that position on the board.

Bubba Thurn 2023 – 2025

John Van Heel 2022-2024

• Mary Bujold – Berger Fountain
• Trent Palmberg – Nicollet Ave Safety Coalition
• John Van Heel – Hennepin/Lyndale Public Improvement Project
• Jana Metge – 15th St Crossing
  All info requests send to CLPC at LoveLoring@gmail.com and requests will be forwarded to Committee / Task Force Chair

Government Elected & Other Leaders

• Councilmember Lisa Goodman – lisa.goodman@minneapolismn.gov
• CM Goodman’s Policy Aide is Patrick Sadler – patrick.sadler@minneapolismn.gov
• Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene – Marion.Greene@Hennepin.US
• Renee Allen is our 1st Precinct Crime Prevention Specialist – renee.allen@minneapolismn.gov
• Lt. Mark Klukow – Mark.Klukow@minneapolismn.gov
• Loring Park – Questions? Contact Minneapolis Parks & Recreation Commissioner Jono Cowgill at Jcowgill@minneapolisparks.org
• Our Park Police Lt. is Calvin Noble -Cnoble@minneapolisparks.org
• Friends of Loring Park, President is Dave Hile – davidthile@juno.com