CBC 03-07-1996MINUTES
March 7, 1996
CITY BEAUTIFUL
C O M M I S S I O N
500 WEST MARKHAM
ROOM 108
LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201
(501) 371-4770
Call to Order
The City Beautiful Commission held its regular monthly meeting on Thursday,
March 7, 1996, in the Sister Cities Conference Room. The meeting was called to
order at 8:15 a.m. by Chairperson, Frank R.iggins.
Roll Call
Members Present:
Frank Riggins
Josephine Graham
James LaBorde
Joe Robbins, III
Pat Torvestad
Also Present:
Joan Adcock, Vice Mayor
Bob Brown, Neighborhoods and Planning
Carol Dolan, Parks and
Mark Webre, Parks and Recreation
Janeen Freeman, Parks and Recreation
Absent:
Lin Blair
Steve Cato
Unexcused Absence:
Judy Brown
Approval of"' the Minutes:
It was noted by Bob Brown that he was recognized as "Commissioner Brown" in
the minutes for February, 1996. In addition, the minutes erroneously reflected Joe
Robbins in �:Atendance at February's meeting.
A MOTION WAS MADE AND SECONDED THAT THE COMMISSION
APPROVE THE MEWTES OF THE FEBRUARY MEETING WTH THE
ABOVE E-KCEPTIONS NOTED. 1MIOTION CARRIED.
Quality En, vironment and Litter Control Task Force:
Mice Mayor Adcock addressed the Commission regarding quality environment and
litter control for the City of Little Rock. The Task Force serves to attack problems
of litter and work to improve the air and water quality, along with other
beautification issues in addressing the overall environment. The group meets at 8:00
a.m. twice a month at the University Adult Leisure Center.
Ms. Adcock discussed the depth of this city --wide litter program, the goals and
challenges and the programs/committees the 'cask Force has created:
• The Education/Schools Committee is to develop and recommend new
education programs, and to work with the School District for
implementation
• The Neighborhoods Committee is to survey existing conditions of
neighborhoods, identify neighborhood anti -litter needs and identify ways
to work with neighborhoods, develop specific recommendations for
cleanup programs
• The Ordinance/Enforcement Committee is to work with the City Legal and
Police Departments in developing ordinances, securing citizen feedback
and developing creative and effective ways for enforcement of the
ordinances with good citizen participation and other support
• The Business Industry Committee will work with all City businesses and
industries to involve them in the program and to identify ways they may be
active partners in all aspects of the program.
• The Promotional/Research Marketing Committee is to develop ways to
market new and existing programs and activities.
• The Local Government Committee is to identify ways that the City
government can improve its efforts both in enforcing and developing new
programs to target the problem.
Chairperson Riggins, who is a member of the Task Force, encouraged the
Commissioners to give their support to this program by attending the press
conference scheduled Monday, March 18 at the 12`' St. Alert Center to kick off the
litter clean up and to volunteer their time where needed.
Parks and recreation Update:
Mark Webre noted that the contractor had been selected to upgrade Gillam Pool.
Gillam Pool will have its mechanical room, pool deck and parking improved.
The River Market District is making steady progress on several projects. The River
Market facility is going up currently and is anticipated to meet its May deadline.
Commerce Streetscape/Park Entry and Riverfest Amphitheatre improvements are on
the design board and are planned to be completely installed by mid -May. The food
court for the Riverfest Amphitheatre is currently taking bids for its improvements.
Finally, the City of Little Rock Parks and Public Works Departments are preparing
construction documents for streetscape improvements on portions of Markham,
Commerce and Rock Streets.
The Zoo has recently received harsh television coverage about its condition from a
local station. Parks has support from the Mayor's and the City Manager's offices.
The Zoo Master Plan effort has been ongoing since the first of this year and it will
address the old issues that the television station has brought to attention.
Chairperson Riggins suggested a letter be sent to the media supporting the Parks
and Recreation Department's commitment and efforts to► ,,) ds the Zoo.
Mark discussed the electrical, upgrading at Boyle Park and the installation of a new
fountain at Ottenheimer.
Jonesboro Beautification:
Commissioner Graham handed out literature regarding the "Adopt an Intersection
Program" and summarized ]how the program works.
Miscellaneous:
Chairperson Biggins advised the Commission that he had talked with Jim Goodhart
and Jim reiterated that his decision to resign from the Commission was due to
increased commitments personally and professionally. Jim submitted his resignation
in writing to Mayor Dailey.
Mark Webre suggested contacting City Clerk to review resumes' on file for a
potential replacement of Jim.
Bob Brown, Neighborhoods and Planning, advised he would not be able to attend
next month's meeting; however, Richard Wood will attend.
A MOTION WAS MADE AND SECONDED THAT THE MON9'DLY CITY
BEAUTIFUL MEETINGS WOULD COME TO ORDER. AT 8:I5 A.M.
MOTION CARRIED.
Meeting was adjourned at 9:35 a.m,
CITY BEAUTIFUL
C O M M I S S I O N
500 WEST MARKHAM
ROOM 108
LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201
(501) 371-4770
AGENDA
8:00 a.m.
Thursday, March 7, 1996
City Manager's Conference Room
I. Roll Call
II. Approval of Minutes
III. Polish The Rock
IV.
V.
V.
VI.
Parks and Recreation Update
Jonesboro Beautification - Josephine Graham
Miscellaneous
Adjournment