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CBC 06-02-2011MEETING NOTICE June 2, 2011 THE CITY BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION WILL HOLD ITS REGULAR MEETING AT 1 1:30 A.M. ON THURSDAY JUNE 2, 2011, IN CURRAN HALL (615 E CAPITOL AVE, LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: • VARIANCE REQUESTS: NONE TREASURER'S REPORT: EXPENSES REPORT COMMITTEE REPORT: UPDATES ■ COMMUNITY PROJECTS 0 1-630 TREES • PUBLIC RELATIONS 0 WEBSITE 0 LIBRARY EXHIBIT/ HISTORY EXHIBIT • KLRB (UPDATE) (4th Wed / Noon) ■ ADOPT -A -STREET COORDINATORS • INFORMATION / COMMUNICATION EYE OF THE BEHOLDER • LANDSCAPE AWARDS NEW BUSINESS: • MISSION STATE DISCUSSION -REWRITE BYLAWS • NON SMOKING IN PARKS • TREE PRUNING CERTIFICATION ANNOUNCEMENTS: NEXT MEETING - THURSDAY, JULY 7, 2011 • LITTER PICK UP - SATURDAY, JULY 9 (8:30AM) ADJOURNMENT BILL CHRISTY MAY 5, 2011 LINDA WALTER/CHRISTY/HERB/STEVE LYNN 4 WALTER HERB/CARRIE JENN *01m W STEVE JENNIE LYNN LYNN FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ) LITTLE ROCK CITY BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION LITTLE ROCK. CrrY IIEAUTIrUL COMMISSION 4. WHAT DOES THE CITY BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION DO? CITY BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION The goal of the City Beautiful Commission is to raise the level of community expectation for the quality of its environment CrTY BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION. DUTIES `1. REVIEW VARIANCE REQUESTS TO THE LANDSCAPE ORDINANCE Review all commercial development plans requesting variances to the required Landscape Ordinance This is a requirement per the Tree City USA registration (2001). The City Beautiful Commission (CBC) was assigned to serve as the governing Tree Board which was added to their duties at that time. 2. PROMOTE THE BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPE IN LITTLE ROCK Promote public interest in the general improvement and appearance of the City of Little Rock. 3. PROVIDE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY DIRECTIONS AND GUIDANCE TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Prepare and transmit to the Little Rock City Board of Directors recommended environmental policies and implement plans prepared by and/or for the Commission. 4. PROVIDE AESTHETIC IMPROVEMENT GUIDELINES TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Establish, subject to the Little Rock City Board of Directors approval, regulations of aesthetic quality for improvements to public and private lands. CBC MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the City Beautiful Commission is to enhance the city's appearance and quality of life by promoting public awareness and providing oversight in the development of its natural assets. Date: May 2011 o-F ai}ekdee - -- � oIo -a-div t�y �een -6ex--ko- a. �l _ b G a Cx5i ( etil k eci -�b d U-�r U� --- C v- ��nt� w i Cl2�t� _�� ► a _- �v c. J L,Ps. Aft 2�ca tu�� w -------------------- ow -Mot,be. avk'rr�� _ -_�r gar Gs G U� . Ltvv-, - — - - - ------ -- G--_h e- - -- ------------ ------ -- -- u �e�n ga.�de- f W 3 CcAx�d/JAUIA - - - L w •� - -- +� l�P`I �G S•S �bN��'►��.N`�r Gem -- - l.�nh, di�ri�ib�tC�i . av '�u�cli�� su�rjcOwe- ilea- 'free 7-:6 2. 1�,ea-boau-1 --- �• a\luca�aa� . I 0?1A hak:�)o )% Generation Products Company PO Box 648 Lake Jackson, TX 77566 979-285-9600 Website: www.GenerationProducts.com Fax 285-9644 E-mail: lookgood@GenerationProducts.com BILL TO City of LR Planning & Development Attn: Christy Marvel 723 W. Markham Little Rock, AR 72201 E-mail: Phone: 501-371-4864 QTY ITEM DESCRIPTION 1 Printing - Sublimation Name badge 1 Shipping Shipping & Handling Thank you f� good, IEWL'-� U�fn�lv��ch� v�CA Ar.t. NJ] Download a "QR Code Reader" App ❑r your smart phone, then scan. INVOICE NO: 19686 DATE: 5/31 /2011 SHIP TO City of LR Planning & Development Attn: Christy Marvel 723 W. Markham Little Rock, AR 72201 PO # TERMS: Upon Receipt UNIT PRICE AMOUNT 10.50 10.50T 4.50 4.50T ook Subtotal $15.00 SalesTax (0.0%) $0.00 Payments $0.00 Total Due $15.00 A finance charge of 1-3/4% per month, may be applied to past due accounts BEST TREES FOR CITY SPACES ys , I It's no secret that the planet needs more trees Planting a tree is the simplest way to help combat the effects of climate change, and, when the right trees are planted in the right places on urban lawns, the benefits are tangible. At a time when many cities lack the funds to plant new trees, let alone enough to maintain those already present, environmental experts are pushing for the right trees to be planted in urban areas. According to studies conducted by the Environmental Protection Agency, a large urban tree provides comparatively 10 to 20 times more ecological benefits than a tree in a rural forest. Through their natural growing process, trees are able to absorb carbon dioxide and other harmful greenhouse gases from the atmosphere, which reduces the urban heat island effect in cities. Trees also reduce runoff, helping to prevent flooding in urban areas, which contain a much larger number of impermeable surfaces than rural areas. When planted in the right location, trees can reduce heating and cooling costs by providing shade to a home in summer, and blocking cold winter winds. There are several qualities to look for when selecting a tree to plant in an urban area, including light and water requirements, salt tolerance, disease resistance, limb strength, and the ultimate size and growing habits of the species. Also, take into consideration any thorns or harmful attributes the tree may have, especially in areas with children. Trees in urban areas should be kept less than 30 feet tall when planted near utility lines or in confined spaces. Also, avoid trees that have strong, wide -reaching roots that can potentially damage sidewalks and foundations. Be sure check your area's hardiness zone to ensure your tree will be able to grow properly. Below are a few suggestions from the US Forest Service: • Amur Maple: tolerant to a wide range of soils and shade conditions; very cold -tolerant • Cumulus Serviceberry: ideal for streetside planting; attracts birds • American Hornbeam: grows slowly; tolerates flooding and shade �■ Goldenrain Tree: very tolerant of heat, drought, pollution, and poor soils; produces bright yellow flowers in the summer • Crabapples: hundreds of varieties; produces fruit through the fall • Japanese Lilac Tree: pest -resistant; tolerates partial shade, though produces flowers best in full sun http;//www.americanfore5t5.org/forestbvtes/iune,2011 fb 'une2011 fb inside.html#best MEETING NOTICE —4mjX 7, 2011 THE CITY BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION WILL HOLD ITS REGULAR MEETING AT 11:30 A.M. ON THURSDAY JUNE 7, 2011, IN CURRAN HALL (615 E CAPITOL AVE, LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: • VARIANCE REQUESTS: NONE TREASURER'S REPORT: • EXPENSES REPORT COMMITTEE REPORT: UPDATES • COMMUNITY PROJECTS o 1-630 TREES • PUBLIC RELATIONS o WEBSITE o LIBRARY EXHIBIT/ HISTORY EXHIBIT • KLRB (UPDATE) (4'h Wed / Noon) • ADOPT -A -STREET COORDINATORS • INFORMATION / COMMUNICATION • EYE OF THE BEHOLDER • LANDSCAPE AWARDS NEW BUSINESS: • LANDSCAPE ORDINANCE REVISIONS ANNOUNCEMENTS: • NEXT MEETING - THURSDAY, AU U T 4, 2011 • LITTER PICK UP - SATURDAY, JU 98:30AM) ADJOURNMENT HERB DANA June 2, 2011 LINDA WALTER/CHRISTY/HERB/STEVE LYNN JULLEAH WALTER HERB/CARRIE JENNIE LYNN STEVE DANA/BETH LITTLE ROCK CITY BEAUTIFUL COM M Iss1ON The City Beautiful Commission held its regular meeting Thursday, June 2nd, 2011, at 11:30 a.m. at Curran Hall. Chair Wiedower called the meeting to order. MEMBERS PRESENT: Steve Homeyer Bill Wiedower Lynn Warren Kay Tatum Herb Dicker Julleah Wise Jennie Cole Carrie Young MEMBERS ABSENT: vacancy Walter Jennings Linda Bell ALSO PRESENT: Christy Marvel, Plans Development Administrator, Department of Planning & Development, City of Little Rock Beth Blevins Carpenter, Deputy City Attorney, City of Little Rock APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Motion: Commissioner Cole made a motion to accept the CBC minutes with the change of one attendee. Second: Vice -chair Dicker seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. OPEN PUBLIC MEETING: TREASURER'S REPORT: Vice -chair Dicker noted no changes; treasurer absent COMMITTEE REPORTS: UPDATES: OLD BUSINESS: Community Pro9ects I-630 Trees -no report. Wehsite (Lynn)- Commissioner Warren reported the link to the new website has been sent to all the CBC members. The announcement can be made to the public in a couple of weeks after it's launching. It will give the CBC and Aristotle time to work out any/all bugs. Commissioner Warren inquired about the charge for the hosting of the site when it hasn't been completed all this time. A credit to the account maybe an option; ideally a credit would be optimal as opposed to a refund. LibraEy Exhibit- Julleah -Commissioner Wise noted the exhibit is currently at Fletcher Library. Commissioner Wise noted that the exhibit could use some updating in three (3) primary areas. It was also noted that the City of Little Rock was noted as the second (2"d) cleanest city in Forbes Magazine. Ideas for updating the exhibit were discussed. Motion: Commissioner Homeyer made a motion to allow Commissioner Wise up to one hundred and fifty dollars ($150.00) to spend on updating the CBC Exhibit. Second: Commissioner Warren seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. KLRB Walter - no report. Ada t-A-Street Jennies Dicker5 and Young)- Vice -chair Dicker noted that he and Commissioner Dicker picked up last month. The next pick up date is July the 9tn Communications- (Cole)- Commissioner Cole the Arkansas Democrat Gazette, Homestyle Section, had an article titled, "City Group Will Praise Fruitful Green Thumbs". The date of the article was May 141n, 2011, by Marcia Schnedler. It was also noted the "Green Guide" should be coming out soon too. Eye of the Beholder (Tatum)- Commissioner Tatum updated the CBC with recent Eye Award activity. Two additional Eye Certificates were given to city staff for mailing. Commissioner Warren noted that each CBC member could turn in two (2) nominations this month. Things are in bloom and it's a great time to find those neighborhood jewels. Landscape Awards (Homeyer, Wise) -Commissioner Homeyer noted the CBC had the press conference announcing the opening of the 2011 City Beautiful Commission Landscape Awards. It was held at Baldwin and Shell Construction Company, one of the 2010 CBC Award Winners. It is being aired on the LR Access Channel this month. By-law Revisions: Deputy City Attorney Beth Carpenter noted the CBC Bylaws were distributed via email on May 6", 2011 and need the full thirty (30) days prior to voting. It can be voted upon next month. Smoking in Public Parks: Commissioner Warren noted upon a discussion with the City Mayor the issue should be reviewed by a different commission. The Mayor also feels the issue should remain as a policy especially while the city is understaffed. Police officers are very busy handling violent crimes. It was also discussed the issue really isn't within the CBC purview or mandate. It was decided to table the issue. Tree pruning certification: Commissioner Warren explained she'd sent out an executive summary on the tree pruning issue. Motion: Commissioner Warren made a motion to table the issue until November 2011. Second: Commissioner Wise seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. NEW BUSINESS: Four (4) Essential Ingredients for the City of Little Rock to keep their "Tree City U.S.A." Certification, which follow: 1. A tree ordinance. 2. A tree board. 3. An annual Arbor Day function. 4. Monies allocated for trees. A tree preservation ordinance was discussed. Commissioner Warren wanted to know when city staff was going to pursue this issue. Christy Marvel, city staff noted discussion would commence and be reported to the CBC at next months meeting. Tree fund: The tree fund was discussed briefly. More clarification is needed from City Finance Department for the use of the funds procedure. Christy Marvel, city staff will investigate further and report back to the CBC. New Recycling Launched: Commissioner Warren noted that a new paper recycling initiative was launched. It was discussed that the City Recycle Coordinator could answer and/or explain the new program. It was mentioned more information on this issue would be great and perhaps Public Works could explain the program further. Motion: Vice -chair Dicker made a motion to adjourn. 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