By David Varnerin

Lincoln Central Association's 2010 annual meeting and election was recently held at Bacino's Restaurant on Lincoln Ave. Some 30 members and directors attended. Alderman Vi Daley and staff assistant Chuck Eastwood also were present.

The main order of business was the election of two new members to the board and the reelection of three current directors.

New directors are Brian Kasal and Paul Maggio. Brian is a long-time member of Lincoln Central and a former director, having served on the board in 1998 and 1999. An experienced financial professional, he recently joined Morgan Stanley as a senior vice president/portfolio manager. Brian and his wife Tripti have been active in many local organizations, including the Menominee Club and the Old Town Triangle Association.

Originally from Kenosha, Wisconsin, Maggio has lived in Chicago for over twenty years. He and his family moved into the Lincoln Park neighborhood in 2008. Paul is an experienced financial professional and a senior vice president with Newedge USA. He concentrates on financial futures for institutional clients. Paul and his wife Marisa enjoy cooking for family and friends and traveling.

Brian Kasal	Paul Maggio

President Rodger Owen and Director Richard Harris were elected to additional one-year terms, and David Varnerin was elected to a two-year term as secretary.

Alderman Daley addressed current issues facing the neighborhood. She updated the status of the proposed plans for redevelopment of Lincoln Park Hospital and encouraged individuals and groups in the neighborhood to work together to reach a consensus on the project.

A highlight of the evening for attendees was some outstanding food and spirited visiting and conversation.