Biographies
Joe joined FSNA's Board of Directors in the Summer of 2008, and is currently the president. He has been a Fairfields-Sylvan homeowner since December 1978. After majoring in history and government, he graduated with a BA degree from Indiana University-Bloomington, and served as a US Army Captain for eight years active duty and reserves. Joe retired after 37 years in insurance, including being a casualty claim manager and a security analyst auditing claim offices across the USA. He is executive director of the Greater Allisonville Community Council; is a ward chairman in Indianapolis; and serves as secretary of his I.U. fraternity alumni association.
Tom Sturmer
Vice-President
Tom Sturmer joined the F-SNA board in 2010 and serves as the Board's liaison on Transportation and other Public Works matters. Tom is a registered Professional Engineer and Professional Traffic Operation Engineer, and is Principal of Transportation Solutions, LLC, an Indianapolis based transportation engineering and planning consulting firm. Tom, his wife Bab, and their two daughters have lived on Ewing Street since 1997. Tom appreciates the natural beauty of our neighborhood setting and it's proximity to activity centers on Indy's north side.
Sherry joined the FSNA board in 2006 and served two terms as president. She and her husband Andy and daughter Katy have lived in the Fairfields-Sylvan neighborhood since 1997. They especially enjoy the convenience of living so close all the surrounding amenities. Sherry has served as the executive director for the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority for the state of Indiana for the last seven years. She has spent her entire career working in the community redevelopment industry.
Ken is an old geezer who can't remember when he joined the Board - 2000 or so? He's been Secretary for what - five years? Ken has lived in Fairfields-Sylvan for the last 24+ years, since he and his wife Betsy moved to Indy from Evansville. He was an independent oil producer for 20 years, and after that he became a computer technician, installing and running computer networks for the restaurant industry. He and Betsy serve as Inspector and Judge for a polling place each time there's an election. He also does volunteer work for St Peters UCC church in Carmel, and for the Kettle Moraine Land Trust in southeast Wisconsin.
My name is Barbara Hazel and my husband Bill and I have lived in the FSNA neighborhood for eight years. Previously we were Broad Ripple villagers for thirty-four years where we raised our five children. I worked part-time at Bishop Chatard High School from 1987 until 2009 and am now enjoying retirement. Reading, gardening,IndyCar races and being with my five grandaughters are some of the things I enjoy. I am also involved in several ministries at St. Pius X Catholic Church. Life is good!!
Kathie grew up in the Meridian -Kessler area and lived in that area for most of her married life. Kathie and her husband moved to FSNA in 2000 because of the large, beautiful properties. They especially love the mature trees and wildlife. Kathie graduated from college in the 60's, married Jim a week later and taught school until the first of their 4 children were born. She spent the 70's & 80's as a high school CYO moderator, treasurer, secretary & President of a Co-op Nursery school and all round grade/high school volunteer. Kathie returned to work at Bishop Chatard High School as the Bookstore Manager, retiring after 15 years in the early 2000's. She still works 2 days/week at BCHS, and also works at the polls and as a volunteer for various Republican candidates. For fun, she spends time with her 11 grandchildren (all who live within 15 min.) and reads mysteries.
Bill Hazel and his wife, Barbara, have been Fairfield-Sylvan residents for almost nine years. Formerly, they resided in Broad Ripple Village where they raised 3 boys and 2 girls. Bill has been a FSNA Crime Watch Block Captain for the last two plus years, loves yard work, and spoiling his five granddaughters. He is retired after investing 43 years in management with two Marion County Beer/Wine Distributors, and working for a period of time with the Marion County Sheriff's Department as a Special Deputy.
Ted Hudnut joined the FSNA board in 2011. He has lived his whole life in Indianapolis. Ted is a Broker and owner of TBH Realty and Management, an Indianapolis-based property management company. Ted, his wife Amy, and their three children have lived on Olney street since 2004. They are active at Allisonville Christian Church, and Amy is on the PTO for John Strange Middle School
Terry Dobson
Crime Watch Coordinator
Terry has been a long standing board member and is the current FSNA Crime Watch coordinator. Terry and his wife, Susan, grew up in the immediate area attending Eastwood and North Central HS. Terry and Susan have lived in the neighborhood for over 12 years. Terry and Susan enjoy the neighborhood country lifestyle with a city address! We have a strong commitment to keeping the FSNA neighborhood a great place to live and raise a family!