FAN Board

The FAN board and its teams are residents, property owners, and business owners in the Friendly neighborhood who want to make a positive effect. The FAN board is elected every October at the Annual General Meeting. Any member of the Friendly neighborhood is welcome to serve on the board or any of its teams. We enjoy working together to solve problems, improve livability, and make our community safer.
Carlos Barrera
Board member
Interested in public safety, social equity, a walkable neighborhood, and an informed public.​
Thia Bell
Board Member
​​Former journalist who joined the board in 2020; active in Ready Friendly for five years and a core planner of its Radio Ready team; advocate of resiliency, interactive planning, and government transparency.
Nancy Bray
Board Member
Active on the Equity Action Team since 2017; aims to continue working to help the neighborhood be more welcoming to all.
Nancy Classen
Board Member
Interested in supporting neighbors and the pride felt for the quality of Friendly neighborhood.
Bernie Corrigan
Board member
​​Wants to work on neighborhood transportation and quality of life issues; interests include vehicle speed reduction and facilitating aid for the unhoused.
Joel Drew
Board Member
I’ve lived in FAN since 2020 and love the unique and vibrant spirit of the neighborhood. I believe that having a strong neighborhood association is important for keeping FAN the beautiful place that we call home. I look forward to serving our community and working hand-in-hand with my FAN neighbors.
Christine Irwin
Board member
As a new addition to the Friendly Neighborhood, I was immediately aware of the genuine sense of community and kindness and I wanted to be a part of it and contribute what I could. I am a retired high school science teacher and former paleontologist/archaeologist. I am interested in parks and open spaces as well as community equity and safety.
David "JJ" Jaenisch
Board co-chair
I grew up in San Diego but my love of rain and nature lured my partner and I to the Northwest. We settled in Eugene because the people are so friendly, the gardens and parks are so beautiful, and the infrastructure is walkable and accessible. My background is in physics and software engineering. I’m an avid walker and cyclist and have a particular interest in parks and transportation planning.
Pam Wooddell
Board co-chair
Interested in the FAN Housing and Homelessness Action Committee, as well as staying in touch with the broader issues and visions within the community.

Teams

Friendly Area Neighbors has several teams that focus on specific concerns or projects. Each team may report to the board at its monthly meetings. Members may form new teams to address concerns. Support and funding may be available through FAN. Contact us or the team listed below to participate.

FAN Charter

The FAN Charter is approved by the FAN membership and the City Council.

Partner Groups and Organizations

Several groups and organizations partner with FAN for community events and financial support from time to time.

Friendly Area Neighbors