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CBC 01-04-1996 (2)CITY BEAUTIFUL C O M M I S S I O N 500 WEST MARKHAM ROOM 108 LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 MINUTES January 4, 1996 (501) 371-4770 Call to Order The City Beautiful Commission held its regular monthly meeting on Thursday, January 4, 1996, in the City Manager's Conference Room. The meeting was called to order at 8:10 a.m. by Chairperson, Frank Riggins. Roll Call Members Present: Frank Riggins Lin Blair Judy Brown Steve Cato Josephine Graham James LaBorde Joe Robbins, III Pat Torvestad Also Present: Bob Brown, Neighborhoods and Planning Carol Dolan, Parks and Recreation Shanta Nunn, Parks and Recreation Mark Webre, Parks and Recreation Unexcused Absence: Jim Goodhart Newly appointed Commissioner Pat Torvestad was introduced and welcomed. Approval of the Minutes Commissioner Cato had an exception to the minutes regarding Light Up Little Rock wherein his commendation to Commissioner Goodhart for his excellent handling of the event was inadvertently left out of the minutes. Minutes stand corrected. A MOTION WAS MADE AND SECONDED THAT THE COMMISSION APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 4TH MEETING AS REVISED. MOTION CARRIED. Light Up Little Rock Chairperson Riggins commented that Commissioner Goodhart did a great job in keeping this event alive. The awards ceremony held in the Rotunda at City Hall on December 28th was a success. He further commented that he would like to see the Commission keep this as an annual event. Commissioner Cato commented that if citizen participation in this event continues to grow, serious thought needs to be given towards the guidelines/procedures of judging. He further stated that the Commission needs to solicit corporate sponsorships earlier in the year and possibly go to smaller prizes such as cash goods or services, i.e., complimentary golf passes or fitness passes from the Parks and Recreation Department. Chairperson Riggins recommended a chairperson for this event be elected. (Due to the fact Commissioner Goodhart was not present, Chairperson Riggins said he would talk to him and discuss this recommendation at February's meeting.) ►a Treasurer's Report Commissioner Brown advised that a signature from the Commission is needed to allow her to write checks and requested someone to accompany her to the bank after the meeting. Due to the fact Commissioner Brown was recently elected to this office and unable to endorse checks for the Commission, no disbursements were made from the bank account during the month of January. A MOTION WAS MADE AND SECONDED TO ACCEPT THE TREASURER'S REPORT. MOTION CARRIED. Highway Beautification Report Commissioner Cato advised the Commission that he would have a report available at February's meeting. Polish the Rock For the benefit of newly elected Commissioner Torvestad, Commissioner Blair gave a brief synopsis of Polish the Rock highlighting the fact that this is a prestigious award and presentation of this award requires the Commission's review and recommendation. Commissioner Cato reminded everyone that the landscape certificates are presented spontaneously to the recipient(s). The certificate can be awarded not only for landscape of an area but it can be given for restoration of a building or an act or accomplishment by a citizen. Commissioner Brown advised the Commission that before awards are given for beautification of an area some type of verification is needed to ensure it was done on a voluntary basis and not an enforcement by the City. Chairperson Riggins suggested contacting the Parks Department or Commissioner Brown before presenting an award to anyone. 3 Logo Discussion Mark Webre presented quotes to the Commission regarding the cost of letterhead, envelopes, business cards and notepads. The Commission approved the cost of printing letterhead and envelopes with the new logo. However, it was decided that Parks and Recreation would typeset the business card and note card and the Commission would review/approve at February's meeting. Parks and Recreation Update: Mark Webre suggested the Commission utilize the government access channel when presenting landscape awards in an effort to let citizens know what the Commission is all about. The viewing audience of this channel is steadily rising and has become very popular with the citizens of Little Rock. Shanta Nunn inquired if the Commission would be interested in an annual banquet to further recognize individuals for their community services. Chairperson Riggins said this was a positive move to strengthen the message of what the Commission is all about. Shanta will research this subject and report her findings at February's meeting. Adopt -A -Park Shanta Nunn reported two additional Adopt -A -Park sites; one at Rebsamen Golf Course and various flower beds at the Zoo. In addition, Lyon Services for the Blind is making plans to adopt six areas at War Memorial Fitness Center. Mark Webre was asked to research the River Market area for a location that could be adopted by the Commission. Miscellaneous Commissioner Blair reminded all of the NUSA Conference scheduled May 22 through May 25. It was suggested that the Commission contemplate having a booth or some type of participation in the conference. Adjournment Meeting was adjourned at 10:00 a.m. 4 CITY BEAUTIFUL C O M M I S S I O N 500 WEST MARKHAM ROOM 108 LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 MINUTES January 4, 1996 (501) 371-4770 Call to Order The City Beautiful Commission held its regular monthly meeting on Thursday, January 4, 1996, in the City Manager's Conference Room. The meeting was called to order at 8:10 a.m. by Chairperson, Frank Riggins. Roll Call Members Present: Frank Riggins Lin Blair Judy Brown Steve Cato Josephine Graham James LaBorde Joe Robbins, III Pat Torvestad Also Present: Bob Brown, Neighborhoods and Planning Carol Dolan, Parks and Recreation Shanta Nunn, Parks and Recreation Mark Webre, Parks and Recreation Unexcused Absence: Jim Goodhart Newly appointed Commissioner Pat Torvestad was introduced and welcomed. Approval of the Minutes Commissioner Cato had an exception to the minutes regarding Light Up Little Rock wherein his commendation to Commissioner Goodhart for his excellent handling of the event was inadvertently left out of the minutes. Minutes stand corrected. A MOTION WAS MADE AND SECONDED THAT THE COMMISSION APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 4TH MEETING AS REVISED. MOTION CARRIED. Light Up Little Rock Chairperson Riggins commented that Commissioner Goodhart did a great job in keeping this event alive. The awards ceremony held in the Rotunda at City Hall on December 28th was a success. He fin-ther commented that he would like to see the Commission keep this as an annual event. Commissioner Cato commented that if citizen participation in this event continues to grow, serious thought needs to be given towards the guidelines/procedures of judging. He further stated that the Commission needs to solicit corporate sponsorships earlier in the year and possibly go to smaller prizes such as cash goods or services, i.e., complimentary golf passes or fitness passes from the Parks and Recreation Department. Chairperson Riggins recommended a chairperson for this event be elected. (Due to the fact Commissioner Goodhart was not present, Chairperson Riggins said he would talk to him and discuss this recommendation at February's meeting.) 2 Treasurer's Report Commissioner Brown advised that a signature from the Commission is needed to allow her to write checks and requested someone to accompany her to the bank after the meeting. Due to the fact Commissioner Brown was recently elected to this office and unable to endorse checks for the Commission, no disbursements were made from the bank account during the month of January. A MOTION WAS MADE AND SECONDED TO ACCEPT THE TREASURER'S REPORT. MOTION CARRIED. Highway Beautification Report Commissioner Cato advised the Commission that he would have a report available at February's meeting. Polish the Rock For the benefit of newly elected Commissioner Torvestad, Commissioner Blair gave a brief synopsis of Polish the Rock highlighting the fact that this is a prestigious award and presentation of this award requires the Commission's review and recommendation. Commissioner Cato reminded everyone that the landscape certificates are presented spontaneously to the recipient(s). The certificate can be awarded not only for landscape of an area but it can be given for restoration of a building or an act or accomplishment by a citizen. Commissioner Brown advised the Commission that before awards are given for beautification of an area some type of verification is needed to ensure it was done on a voluntary basis and not an enforcement by the City. Chairperson Riggins suggested contacting the Parks Department or Commissioner Brown before presenting an award to anyone. 3 Logo Discussion Mark Webre presented quotes to the Conunission regarding the cost of letterhead, envelopes, business cards and notepads. The Commission approved the cost of printing letterhead and envelopes with the new logo. However, it was decided that Parks and Recreation would typeset the business card and note card and the Commission would review/approve at February's meeting. Parks and Recreation Update: Mark Webre suggested the Commission utilize the government access channel when presenting landscape awards in an effort to let citizens know what the Commission is all about. The viewing audience of this channel is steadily rising and has become very popular with the citizens of Little Rock. Shanta Nunn inquired if the Commission would be interested in an annual banquet to further recognize individuals for their community services. Chairperson Riggins said this was a positive move to strengthen the message of what the Commission is all about. Shanta will research this subject and report her findings at February's meeting. Adopt -A -Park Shanta Nunn reported two additional Adopt -A -Park sites; one at Rebsamen Golf Course and various flower beds at the Zoo. In addition, Lyon Services for the Blind is making plans to adopt six areas at War Memorial Fitness Center. Mark Webre was asked to research the River Market area for a location that could be adopted by the Commission. Miscellaneous Commissioner Blair reminded all of the NUSA Conference scheduled May 22 through May 25. It was suggested that the Commission contemplate having a booth or some type of participation in the conference. Adjournment Meeting was adjourned at 10:00 a.m. 4 The City Ra�utifd Commission AGENDA 8:00 a.m. Thursday, January 4, 1996 City Manager's Conference Room I. Roll Call II. Approval of Minutes III. Treasurer's Report IV. Light Up Little Rock V. Highway Beautification Report VI. Polish the Rock Update VII. Logo Discussion VIII. Parks and Recreation Update IX. Adopt -A -Park Presentation X. Miscellaneous XI. Adjournment 500 West Markham, Room 108 Little Rock, AR 72201 371-4770