Fostering community. Strengthening bonds.
Our Mission is to foster a vibrant community spirit, and we strive to inspire and facilitate voluntary collaboration among residents. We work to preserve the essence of our neighborhood by promoting mutual respect, care, community, family, and friendship. We are dedicated to enhancing our quality of life through the conscientious maintenance of shared spaces, addressing challenges collectively, and proactively seeking opportunities to fortify the bonds that strengthen our association.
Meet Your Board of Directors
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Jan Krouse
President
Connection to Moss Bradley: Resident since 1996. Various positions held on the Board. Event organizer of Moss Avenue Sale & Festival for 25 years. Commissioner on the Historical Preservation Commission. I have a deep love for and a commitment to our neighborhood and truly believe our strength lies in the people who live here.
Fun Facts: My wild garden contains plants and objects from many MBRA neighbors! Hostas, lilies, ferns, lily of the valley, wild ginger, chives, iris and many more. My favorite is the weathered wooden glider that used to be in Marjorie Klise’s backyard and now resides in mine. -
Ralph Amen
Vice President
Connection to Moss Bradley: Although I've lived in the area forever, I only got involved in the neighborhood when I first volunteered at the WestMark Food Pantry nearly ten years ago. Three years ago, I was asked to join the MBRA Board and am in my second year as Vice-President.
Fun Fact: Walking my dog has given me a chance to become acquainted with many great people in our interesting and diverse neighborhood.
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Matt Carlson
Secretary
Connection to Moss-Bradley: Barker homeowner since 2007, resident since 2012
Fun Fact: Landlord, grandfather, career volunteer, pre-siltation boater, ex-Clevelander
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Joanne Bannon
Treasurer
Connection to Moss-Bradley: As a Peoria and West-Bluff native, I have a deep affinity for our city and neighborhood. I wholeheartedly believe that Moss-Bradley is the most neighborly place in our city!
Fun Fact: My family calls me a “crazy bird lady” because I adore feeding and watching birds especially my summer hummingbirds! I enjoy cooking, reading, live music and theatre.
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Beth Jensen
Director
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Damian Giselle
Director
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Eliot Forrest
Director & Chairman of Communications Committee
Connection to Moss Bradley: Resident since 2021, passionate about preserving the historical charm of the neighborhood and fostering community engagement.
Fun Fact: I love to golf, and I’m always doing DIY projects. I recently completed a 15x17 ft patio in my backyard. I love to dance all the time. -
Jonna Randleman
Director
Connection to Moss-Bradley: I moved here in 2017 and have really enjoyed getting to know our neighbors by helping out with the many events and volunteer opportunities.
Fun Fact: I’m an old house purist and taught myself how to restore my wood windows. Also, I found my home while on a walk down Moss Ave after a picnic at Giant Oak Park.