CBC 03-06-1997MINUTES
March 6, 1997
CITY BEAUTIFUL
C O M M I S S I O N
500 WEST MARKHAM
ROOM 108
LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201
Call to Order:
(501) 371-4770 The City Beautiful Commission held its monthly meeting on Thursday, March, 1997, in
the Sister Cities Conference Room.
Roll Call:
Members Present:
Dottie Funk
James Laborde
Frank Riggins
David Roberts
Randy Stocks
Molly Satterfield
Absent:
Lin Blair
Pat Torvestad
Also Present:
Linda Joyce, Board of Directors, Ward 6
Mark Webre, Parks and Recreation
Bob Brown, Planning and Development
Richard Wood, Planning and Development
Van McClendon, Planning and Development
Kenny Scott, Planning and Development
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Approval of Minutes:
MOTION TO APPROVE FEBRUARY MINUTES AS WRITTEN.
MOTION PASSED
Polish the Rock:
Polish the Rock award to Jennings Osborne was presented at last Board meeting. Mr.
Osborne expressed his appreciation and looks forward to expanding his efforts next year.
Fountain:
Jim wants fountain project to remain strong through CBC support.
It was noted that funds are necessary to have fountain repaired and installed.
Dottie suggested asking for financial support from various organizations (i.e. Historic
Preservation, Garden Club, etc.).
1997 Issues:
Commission is to meet March 11, 6 p.m., at the Adult Leisure Center to discuss
opportunities for use of the Government Channel in communicating goals and objectives
of CBC.
Discussed problem of abandoned signs; noted that measure to remove abandoned signs is
difficult to deal with and there is no budget available to remove signs.
Kenny Scott and Van McClendon discussed maintenance of signs; also discussed billboard
status to be decided by courts ($1,000,000 in funds and $300,000 in federal grants
available for sign removal); billboards issue is controversial and because this is uncharted
territory it is a difficult issue, too.
Appointees:
Molly Satterfield was recognized as a new commissioner and welcomed.
It was noted that an additional position needs to be filled.
Parks & Recreation:
Mark provided an update on the Southwest Pool complex, Zoo Accreditation, and
Riverfest Amphitheatre Fixed Seating.
Miscellaneous:
Prize level for 1996 was thought to be adequate.
Jim suggested early involvement in preparing for the Light Up Little Rock program.
Frank suggested that more preparation would have made last year's program better.
It was suggested "other" companies be solicited to participate in order to involve more
of the community.
Jim asked commissioners to consult him before soliciting various companies in order
to coordinate what is being solicited for the Light Up Little Rock program.
❑ Frank noted pleasure of resolution that was read to Board at last meeting.
Dottie recommended next resolution be in proclamation format (i.e. gold seal of logo
on special paper backing).
Commissioners were reminded of use of CBC calling cards, certificate of recognition,
or Polish the Rock as ways to recognize beatification efforts. Dottie also expressed
concern of recognizing citizens and companies for beautification
❑ Dottie also pointed out that there is not a means for commissioners to let community
know of its' concerns and issues.
Mr. Wood noted that Ozark Bank is a potential site to appeal to retain tree coverage.
Frank suggested sending proclamation or brochure encouraging developers at onset of
permit and zoning process expressing concerns and issues. This is also an opportunity
to strengthen landscape and excavation ordinances.
It was suggested that commissioners meet with developers and general contractors to
present CBC's views on the environment.
Additionally, it was suggested to get with Neighborhood Associations and present
CBC views to them (residents cut more trees trying to grow grass than one might
realize).
An opportunity to promote CBC's values is available through Bob Brown's
Landscape Ordinance review.
It was suggested that commissioners prepare draft of CBC's values and coordinate
with Frank Riggins who will contact city staff and prepare proposed brochure for
commissioners review and approval.
Mr. Wood suggested recognizing efforts of city planners in the brochure who are
active with neighborhood associations.
Randy suggested getting with AIA, ASLA, and Engineer's Association to share the
proclamation with them.
❑ Jim noted flooding has caused debris and trash problems in Boyle Park. He will be
there cleaning March 7 and 8 if anyone wants to join and help.
❑ Ms. Graham's Certificate of Appreciation will be framed and letter sent.
❑ Randy asked for an update on green trashcan controversy.
❑ It was noted the planning commission meetings are every two weeks from this
Thursday at 4 p.m.
MOTION TO ADJOURN. MOTION PASSED
Meeting adjourned at 10 a.m.
CITY BEAUTIFUL
C O M M I S S 1 0 N
500 WEST MARKHAM
ROOM 108
AGENDA
LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201
8:15 a.m.
Thursday, March 6, 1997
(501) 371-4770 Sister Cities Conference Room
I. Roll Call
H. Approval of Minutes
III. 1997 Issues
IV. Polish the Rock
V. Appointees
VI. Parks and Recreation Update
VIL Miscellaneous