CBC 02-06-1997(2)CITY BEAUTIFUL
C O M M I S S I G N
500 WEST MARKHAM
ROOM 108
MINUTES
February 6, 1997
LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201
(501) 371-4770
Call To Order
The City Beautiful Commission held its monthly meeting on Thursday, February 6, 1997,
in the Sister Cities Conference Room. Meeting began at 8:15.
Roll Call
Members Present:
Lin Blair
Dottie Funk
James Laborde
Frank Riggins
David Roberts
Pat Torevestad
Absent:
Josephine Graham
Randall Stocks
Also Present:
Linda Joyce, Board of Director, Ward 6
Mark Webre, Parks and Recreation
Bob Brown, Planning and Development
Approval of the Minutes:
MOTION THAT THE JANUARY MINUTES BE PASSED; MOTION PASSED.
Fountain:
Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Wade and Mr. Cromwell were present representing interest in locating a
fountain at Mt. Holly Cemetery.
Mrs. Smith described history of Mt. Holly Cemetery and how the management of it exists;
discussed improvement/renovation costs of fountain.
Mrs. Wade discussed the Victorian characteristics of cemetery and appropriateness and
compatibility of fountain to this area. Additionally, it was pointed out that security is good
and vandalism should not be a problem.
Mr. Cromwell said if fountain doesn't locate at proposed location in Mt. Holly Cemetery,
then something should be located there; he continued by describing location on drawing
board; pointed out the significance of site being a high point in the surrounding area; its
relationship to streets and mausoleum; he also shared character sketches of potential views
of fountain. Commissioners inquired further about fixing the fountain and the cost that
may be incurred: the cost range can be $20-30,000 depending on Parks involvement.
MOTION TO PLACE FOUNTAIN IN MT. HOLLY CEMETERY. MOTION
PASSED.
1997 Issues :
Representatives from the Customer Relations and Information Department were present
to support City Beautiful Commissions efforts and to suggest possible means of exposure
on Channel 11 (Government Channel).
Jim suggested sharing history of CBC through existing large photo album through video
programs and to tape actual award ceremonies and functions; i.e. Landscape, Polish the
Rock and Light Up Little Rock awards and Adopt -a -Park; Televised Program hours are
from 6-9 p.m., Monday through Thursday; Aaron suggested bi-weekly or monthly 30-
minute shows which would not only be beneficial for CBC, but also enhance Gov't
channel operations. Another idea was to create a documentary of restoring fountain at Mt.
Holly Cemetery; Director Joyce suggested these exposures promote the importance and
roles of City Beautiful Commission to generate interest and involvement. It was also noted
that a Web Site on the internet is another means for CBC to reach the citizens.
City Beautiful Commission meeting set at 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 11, at the Adult
Leisure Center to allow Commissioners to discuss specifics further of their role on Gov't
Channel.
Another 1997 issue : Director Joyce discussed problem of businesses going out of
business that leave old signs up; abandoned signs need to be addressed; Bob will provide
sign ordinance for CBC review.
Dottie suggested researching other cities; Jimmy Prichthard will be invited to March
meeting to help inform CBC of signage problem and any others. City Attorney's office
will be invited to the April meeting.
Discussed importance of standing -up for aesthetics at City Board meetings; becoming
more political; Mark needs to keep CBC informed of developments; suggestion to have
CBC representatives regularly at Board meetings; Board Agenda needs to be distributed
for review, but due to volume other options need to be explored; Jim Lawson will be
invited to April's meeting to help with this.
MOTION TO ELECT DOTTIE TO REPRESENT CITY BEAUTIFUL
COMMISSION AT BOARD MEETINGS. MOTION PASSED.
MOTION TO PREPARE A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING JIM LAWSON AND
HIS DEPARTMENT, BOARD AND OVERALL BEAUTY FOR LITTLE ROCK;
MOTION PASSED.
Polish The Rock:
Mr. Osborne's award is complete, and it will be presented to him on February 18, 1997.
Jim LaBorde will contact Mr. Osborne via Bob Lowry.
Appointees:
Josephine Graham's letter was read which expressed her commitment to City Beautiful
Commission. Commissioners discussed her absence and felt that since her tern expires this
year that they will seek another commissioner.
MOTION TO RECOGNIZE HER SERVICE AND RECOMMEND A
REPLACEMENT TO HER POSITION; MOTION PASSED.
Mark will prepare certificate expressing appreciation of Mrs. Graham's services.
Two vacancies remain to be filled; Dottie offered suggestions; Director Joyce will notify
Angela Hoofinan of CBC's desire to advertise replacements.
Parks and Recreation Update:
Mark noted the City Board's authorization to study Revenue Bonds as a financial source
for Zoo improvements.
Miscellaneous:
Trust for Public Land presentation was noted and discussed.
Disclosure Form passed out to commissioners to fill out and return by specified due date.
MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 10:00 a.m.