James Brownlee - Secretary

James and his partner, Eddie Montez moved to St Pete 22 years ago with employment transfers. Their prior home was San Jose CA.  James is a native of Sunnyside, NY and spent his first 35 years in an assortment of New York State localities.  Their home here in North Kenwood is rounded off with their 'family' of all rescues.  First is their senior Puggle, Bailey; next a Blue Healer, Hope (another senior); and lastly a Lab/Pit mix named Rocco.  You may see them walking their 'family' individually around the neighborhood.  They also assist a neighbor in walking his rescue, a Pit named Happy. 

In addition to working in a finance department of a major .com retailer, James enjoys his hobby of genealogy and working around the house on a variety of projects.  James and Eddie are just second owners of their home and much of the property is still original to 1951.  Their furnishing include 'various' finds from over the years; and furniture from both of James' grandparents and a great grandmother. 

Over the years James has been active with the Association in differing capacities from member to Vice President.  James is excited the Association has grown with new individuals and their talents.  James really likes living on 26th St and strives to know as many neighbors on a first name basis as is allowable.