York Chester Neighborhood Association BOARD

President | Kaitlyn Peeler

Kaitlyn resides with her husband, son, and lovable crew of kitties. She is a practicing Commercial Designer and Project Manager in the greater Charlotte Metro for a design firm. Kaitlyn serves as a Historic Commissioner for the City of Gastonia, where she combines her love for old buildings with her commitment to preserving the area’s rich heritage. She takes pride in our community and has high hopes for what the future of the YCNA can bring to the neighborhood.

Vice President

Open Position

Treasurer | Jane Cole

Bio to Come

Secretary

Open Position - Pending

York Chester Neighborhood Association chairs

Beautification | Julie Brand

Julie and her husband moved to Gastonia in 2023 and quickly became active members of the York Chester Neighborhood Association. Since settling in, she has taken pride in setting a strong example for their three young children about the value of community involvement and caring for the place you call home. Julie holds a degree in Landscape Contracting with a focus in design/build from Penn State University and is a certified Master Gardener Volunteer for Gaston County. Her love for gardening and deep-rooted passion for plants inspire her commitment to enhancing the natural beauty of the historic district, one outdoor space at a time.

Communications | Chelsea Jones

Chelsea is proud to be a wife, a mother, and a resident of the York Chester Historic District. After a long search for the perfect home and neighborhood, my family and I found exactly what we were looking for here—and we've called it home for the past two and a half years. Owning a historic home has been a lifelong dream of mine, and I’m incredibly grateful to see that dream come true in such a welcoming and vibrant community. It’s an honor to serve on the York Chester Neighborhood Association and to be part of preserving and enriching the place we love.

Events | Julie Coffey

Julie and her family have happily resided in York Chester since 2019. As a top producing Realtor and Mecklenburg county Master Gardener, she understands the importance of property value and community. Recently appointed to the Gastonia Planning Committee, when she’s not working, Julie enjoys reading, walking her rescue pups and dreaming up home renovation projects.

Membership | Pending