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CBC 09-29-2008City of Little Rock Office of the City Hall - 200 City Clerk 500 W. Markham Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1429 Phone: (501) 371-6803 MEMORANDUM TO: BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS CONTACT PERSON Americans with Disabilities Act Citizen's Grievance Committee Arkansas Museum of Discovery Little Rock City Beautiful Commission Community Housing Advisory Board Commission on Children Youth and Families Little Rock Historic District Commission MacArthur Military History Museum Commission Little Rock Sanitary Sewer Committee Little Rock Zoo Board of Governors DATE: SEPTEMBER 29, 2008 SUBJ: APPOINTMENTS FROM SEPTEMBER 16, 2008 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Please find enclosed a copy of Resolution 12,763 which reflects appointments and reappointments to various Little Rock Boards and Commissions. Also enclosed is an updated copy of the Commission's member list. The respective appointments with expiration dates, term status, and resolution numbers are included. All of the applicants will be notified by letter from the Mayor's Office of their new appointments. Please call 244-5494 with any changes or corrections that are not current with the information you have on file for your members. Tha k you. RESOLUTION NO.12,763 A RESOLUTION MAKING APPOINTMENTS TO VARIOUS CITY OF LITTLE ROCK BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. BE RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: SECTION 1. The following named person(s) are herby appointed as members of the following Boards and Commissions: AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT CITIZEN'S GRIEVANCE COMMITTEE: Joseph A. Banken, appointed to serve as a service provider, replacing John M. Wyrick, said unexpired term expiring on July 6, 2011. Jacqueline Long, appointed to serve as a disabled representative, replacing Allene Higgins, said unexpired term expiring on July 6, 2011. ARKANSAS MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY: Eric McDuff e, appointed to serve an unexpired term ending on December 31, 2008. Laura Shue, appointed to serve an unexpired term ending on December 31, 2009. LITTLE ROCK CITY BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION: Benjamin D. Jackson, appointed to serve the unexpired term left vacant by the resignation of Jessica Watts, said term expiring October 19, 2009. Lee Anne Overall, appointed to serve a full three-year term as an At -Large representative, filling the position left vacant when Lynn Mittelstaedt Warren was appointed to serve in the architect position of John Beneke on February 26, 2008, said term expiring October 19, 2011. COMMISSION ON CHILDREN YOUTH AND FAMILIES: Pursuant to Ordinance 19,902 (01-08-08) the Commission on Children Youth and Families was restructured. Lynn M. Lincoln, appointed to serve a full three-year At -Large term, said term expiring on May 31, 2012. Angela McFadden, appointed to serve a full three-year At -Large term, said term expiring on May 31, 2012. Patricia A. Wilkerson, appointed to serve a full three-year At -Large term, said term expirinp, on May 31, 2012. CITY BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION Name 1st Appointed Expiration Date Term Status Resolutions) Jennie Cole 08-28-07 10-19-10 1st Term 12,569 (At -Large) 332 North Ridge Road Little Rock, AR 72207 HOME: 666-6250 Ccole6250@att.net Steve Homeyer 11-06-06 10-19-09 1st Term 12,385 (At -Large — Vice Chair) 25 Butterfly Cove Little Rock, AR 72210 HOME: 224-9507 WORK: 224-9507 shomeye r("wb-e l l . net Benjamin D. Jackson 09-16-08 10-19-09 Unexp Term 12,763 (At -Large) 11810 Pleasant Ridge Road Apartment 204 Little Rock, AR 72223 HOME: 230-0967 b'ackson mws w.com Walter Jennings 12-11-07 10-19-08 1st Term 12,619 " (At -Large) 3123 Montrose Drive Little Rock, AR 72212 PHONE: 224-9565 WalterJennin s @Xrodigy.net Lee Anne Overall 09-16-08 10-19-11 1st Term 12,763 (At -Large) 5519 Evergreen Drive Little Rock, AR 72205 PHONE: 258-5122 L.Overall(coincast.net Page l of 2 — Updated 09-29-08 CITY BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION (cont.) Name Debra Redding, Treasurer (At -Large) 14704 Ridgewood Drive Little Rock, AR 72211 PHONE: 804-9750 debreddingCo lhotmail.com 1st Appointed 02-13-07 Kay Tatum 12-11-07 (At -Large) 1010 So. Scott Street Little Rock, AR 72202-3824 PHONE: 375-5197 Kay.tatumayahoo.com Lynn Mittelstaedt Warren (architect) 5617 "C' Street Little Rock, AR 72205 PHONE: 664-0411 WORK: 682-6937 I, aroo il.com Ex airatiott Date 10-19-09 10-19-10 Term Status Resolutions) 1 st Term 12,442 1" Term 12,619 02-26-08 10-19-08 Unexp Term 12,658 05-20-08 10-19-08 Unexp Term 12,703 (Appointed to rill Jolt Beneke's Architect Postioit) William Wiedower 02-26-08 (Architect) 319 President Clinton Ave; Ste 201 Little Rock, AR 72201 HOME: 707-0115 BJ Wyrick 01-16-07 (Ex-offccio Member) 11001 Alexander Rd. Mabelvale, AR 72103 PHONE: 455-4701 10-19-10 12-31-08 l st Term 1" Term 12,658 12,422 Page 2 of 2 — Updated 09-29-08 Board of Directors Communication *** AMENDED PACKET *** TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS FROM: BRUCE T. MOORE, CITY MANAG { RE: BOARD AND COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS DATE: SEPTEMBER 16, 2008 Attached are letters, applications, and resumes from citizens who wish to be considered for appointments or reappointments to the following Board and/or Commission: American With Disabilities Act Citizen's Grievance Committee 2 Positions *Arkansas Museum of Discovery Board of Trustees 2 Positions *Little Rock City Beautiful Commission 3 Positions *Little Rock Civil Service Commission 1 Position *Commission on Children Youth and Families 3 Positions Little Rock Community Housing Advisory Board 1 Position Little Rock Historic District Commission 1 Position Housing Board of Adjustments and Appeals 1 Position MacArthur Military history Museum Commission 1 Position *Little Rock Racial and Cultural Diversity Commission 4 Positions Little Rock River Market District Design Review Committee 1 Position Little Rock Sanitary Sewer Committee 1 Position *Little Rock Zoo Board of Governors 1 Position * Indicates change from original packet City of Little Rock, Arkansas CITY BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION NUMBER OF MEMBERS: Nine LENGTH OF TERMS: Three Years POSITIONS CURRENTLY OPEN FOR APPOINTMENT: Three NAME DATE FIRST EXPIRATION STATUS APPOINTED DATE OF TERMS(S) John Beneke 07-02-02 10-19-08 2°a Term (Landscape Architect —Ward 3) —An At -large position should be filled (Resigned March 2008) Lynn Mittelstaedt Warren 02-26-08 10-19-08 Unexp Term (Architect - Appointed to fill John Beneke's Architect Postion) (Resigned 09-09-08) Jessica L. Watts 02-13-07 10-19-09 1s` Term (At -Large) (Resigned 09-09-08) QUALIFICATIONS: 2 Positions — At -Large Member 1 Position - Civil Engineer, Urban Planner, Registered Architect, or Registered Landscape Architect BACKGROUND MATERIAL ATTACHED: Letters, resumes and questionnaires from the following individual requesting appointment: At -Large Applicants Benjamin D. Jackson — Ward 5 Derek Harris — Ward 1 Lee Anne Overall — Ward 3 JOHN K. BAKER W. CHRISTOPHER BARRIER SHERRY P. BARTLEY STEVE BAUMAN R. T. BEARD, III C. DOUGLAS BUFORD, JR. BURNIE BURNERIo FREDERICK K. CAMPBELL' MICHELLE H. CAULEY CHARLES B. CLIETT, JR.- KEN COOK ELISABETH S. DELARGY'a DOAK FOSTER' BYRON FREELAND ALLAN GATES' KATHLYN GRAVES HAROLD W. HAM LIN JEFFREY W. HATFIELD L. KYLE HEFFLEY DONALD H. HENRY M. SAMUEL JONES III JOHN ALAN LEWIS WALTER E. MAY LANCE R. MILLER STUART P. MILLER T. ARK MONROE, III' MARSHALL S. NEY ANNE S. PARKER LARRY PARKS1O LYN P. PRUITT CHRISTOPHER T. ROGERS JEFFREY L. SINGLETON DERRICK W. SMITH' STAN D. SMITH MARCELLAJ.TAYLOR JEFFREY THOMAS' NICHOLAS THOMPSON' WILLIAM H.L. WOODYARD, III, P.A. WALTER G. WRIGHT, JR. LEIGH ANNE YEARGAN MITCHELL 11 WILLIAMS 425 WEST CAPITOL AVENUE, SUITE 1800 LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS 72201-3525 TELEPHONE 501-688-8800 FAX 501-688-8807 WRITER'S DIRECT DIAL 501-688-8887 Mayor Mark Stodola City of Little Rock Board of Directors 500 W. Markham Street, Room 200 July 23, 2008 TRAV BAXTER DAWN D. BICKER °DELENA C. HURST COURTNEY C. CROUCH, III 7JENNY T. GARRETT JOHN K. HARRIMAN BEN D. JACKSON MARGARET A. JOHNSTON TONYJUNEAU JENNIFER R. PIERCE CRISTINA SAN ROMAN JEFFREY L. SPILLYARDS ZACHARY T. STEADMAN aJAMIE METZ SWEENEY MARY CATHERINE WOOD OF COUNSEL JOSEPH W. GELZINE 'HERMANN WESTER 'H. MAURICE MITCHELL JOHN S. SELIG JEAN D. STOCKBURGER RICHARD A. WILLIAMS COUNSEL °HEATHER M. BELL JEFFREY H. DIXON °JILL GRIMSLEY DREWYOR 2ANTON L. JANIK, JR. 12BRUCE MCCANDLESS III TODD L. NEWTON "JULIE M. POMERANTZ 'ABARRY G. SKOLNICK SHANNON S. SMITH 1 wDMITT of DisTN ICT 01' [4Lal..0 AND ANNA AN a °bNllTLt! IN [04PNADa AND XANa- Aa 1RLa1N M[ Y.l. MTLIA AND—. tlMYICi ANP ANNANTAT m". 49UN44 AND TEXAT 12 ADMITTED IN NEW _K WATMINDTDN, D.[. AND TEXAT 1 T ADMIRED INTENNEaaEE AND TMA O LT AOYITILD fN NL W TON N ALL OTNE°N •tl-=P IN uI.ANEAa Little Rock, AR 72201 LO _N r C= Re: City of Little Rock City Beautiful Commission Dear Mayor Stodola : cN) x ri I would like to submit my name as an applicant for the available At -Large Fositiq wi h �p the Little Rock City Beautiful Commission. As a native of Searcy, Arkansas, and a studer�at e University of Arkansas, I have been involved in various community organizations relg d o �; improving the landscape of those communities, including Adopt -a -Highway and envirorltr'rien al T fun -runs. Many of the jobs I held as a youth were related to landscaping and painting, positidns which reflected my interest in improving the aesthetic and environmental quality of those communities I lived in. It has always been my opinion that these qualities are extremely crucial to the effective economic and social development of any community, and represent the "first impression" of our great city for all visitors, both individual and corporate. Upon obtaining my degree from the University of Arkansas School of Law, I moved to Little Rock to become an attorney with Mitchell Williams Law Firm. An important part of my education and practice involves policy review, interpretation, drafting and development. Additionally, a great deal of my time is devoted to public relations, both as an advocate for my clients and the community at large. As such, I would like the opportunity to be a part of, and contribute to, the City Beautiful Commission. I believe that my abilities and enthusiasm would be put to excellent use in this organization, and ask that you give me the opportunity to assist the Little Rock City Beautiful Commission as an At -Large Member. Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard, P.L.L.C. I Attorneys at Law Little Rock • Rogers • Austin I Mitchel 1W111iamsLaW.com CITY OF LITTLE ROCK BOARDS & COMMISSIONS QUESTIONNAIRE Complete this questionnaire, along with a letter of intent addressed to the Mayor, and a copy of your resume (please limit your resume to 2 pages, please include home address). Return completed information to the City Clerks Office (244-5494) by the designated deadline date: 500 West Markham -Room 200; Little Rock, AR 72201. Please answer the following questions as completely as possible. This information will be made available to the City Board of Directors and the Chair of the respective Board or Commissions that you are applying, for the purposes of making recommendations and appointments. Name of Board or Commission which you are applying: 1) Outline the purpose or mission of the Board or Commission for which you are applying. To �1"�tu'1 V'Lviavkl-c. �'C,�"ts j('KdsL-lAC ordU"ncc; Fvow%s+t 6q"Ak;ful �r�xlsc�yoe. (rl.row�w4} (a`iklt Lock. a✓�d pravi,lt. ¢,n.�;rar��cyknl i'�oliL`( dirk-3iov�S ctx.1 kcs-Hn��iG. ��.�p,�avtw�f' guw�t-li..�tt k+ }bw Y3oard of V)irti-Aws . 2) Why are you interested in serving on this Board or Commission? -�kA ov? v�crd o.ioVrewta+we, o� hti`l �oW�L- Gi S Ve-i-I jr,-f'D{.}i.n'- +0 A-Lt aw�- r k,­ amd c.,4PUitnc t_ A po(11-y ;n+tt.Vr p-'QA1,}ibA aK1 3) What are your qualifications for serving on this Board or Commission? rA't an.1 i°r+c}��c. Cev'tV- vv% I'wX�' f,cl.!kion5 aln� �nvolvtS a S,9v�it ►L#6 - Gv,,o. k o� rool;e-� in�,t,rirxe�s.kiar� ^hd op,rw.i•. lat C-••c 4� s k( ( Is vvvo l j VA4 iy R i r; r+ ►= C.bM„tii €ti oy� . 4) Do you have an idea of the time commitment it will take to serve on this Board or Commission? If, so, are you willing to make the full time commitment? -L r &1P�4_ a � ry ti4 i .,�. +1 *kj- -'-w 4k+ % Goww.i S t i o'A Its i S 'U�onA S A-fI . Signed Date: LZ � FILLO L-R. CITY CLERKS OFFICE n Y_ . AUG 26 PM 4: 38 To the Honorable Mayor Stodola and Distinguished Board o ity Directors, "Service is the rent we pay to be living. It is the very purpose of life and not something you do in your spare time. " - quote by Marian Wright Edelman It is with great pleasure that I , Derek Harris, submit my name for consideration for the following City of Little Rock Board and Commission vacancies; ■ City Beautiful Commission (At Large Position) ■ Housing Board of Adjustment (At Large Position) • LR Community Housing Advisory Board (2 Positions: For Profit Corp / Real Estate -related Business) • LR Racial & Cultural Diversity Commission (At Large Position) As a 41 year resident of the City of Little Rock, I bring a denizen's perspective as well as one of an experienced business owner and professional. I've been educated through the Little Rock Public School System and attended both the University of Arkansas -Fayetteville and UALR. My background has been in Architecture, Construction and Transportation. Over the years, I have been involved as a member of the Greater Little Rock Chamber of Commerce and Downtown Partnership, serving on various committees. Over the last 20 years, I've founded 2 transportation businesses here and know our region's and our city's `eography better than most. Currently, I serve a growing list of clients as an independent Home Improvement Consultant. I am also employed by Hanke Brothers of Arkansas as a sales representative. I believe I am an ideal candidate for either of these vacancies not only because of my personal and professional experience, but because my approach to public service is that of a "servant -leader". Quite frankly, I believe, the best way to lead and accomplish great things is to provide great service to others. In my capacity as a board member and/or commissioner, I hope to contribute to the tremendous progress our city has made over the last few years. Attached, please find my resume and position questionnaires. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, q� Derek L. Harris Derek Lamar Haris P.O. Box 274 derek za media.com Little Rock, Arkansas 72203 501.612-1181 Cell Summary of Dynamic, Versatile Leader: Described by associates as creative, self -motivated, multi -faceted and with Qualifications great vision. Experienced in leading several organizations and teams. Conceptualized and developed several successful business ventures and coordinated other projects through an effective servant -leadership style. Effective, Seasoned Management Professional• Able to conceive and articulate the vision of others well; Communicate new initiatives; and Provide overall direction. Strong ability to analyze project outcome and implement strategy and tactics for maximum results. Characterized by associates and subordinates alike, as consistently fair, organized and professional with high standards and an excellent work ethic. Resourceful, Sales & Marketing Professional• An innovative, out -of -the box thinker with a keen sales & marketing acumen. Experienced in marketing research providing in-depth Product, Promotion, Placement and Pricing data. Able to find and influence decision makers through effectively communicated and marketed ideas. Firmly established in the business community with a database of contacts and clients nationwide. ❑ 2007—Current Hanke Brothers (Hot Springs, AR) Professional Home Improvement Sales Consultant Experience ■ Consult existing clients on home improvement issues; Recommend proper product and services to clients and prospects in 68 counties throughout the Arkansas and parts of Mississippi, Louisiana, and Oklahoma. ■ Measure and estimate residential and commercial jobs; prepare written work orders, produce sketches and line drawings for installation department ❑ 1996-2007 MaxAmend Corporation (Little Rock, AR) Resident and General Manager ■ Founded and operated this small transportation and logistics company servicing companies in 42 states from clients based throughout the Mid South and Mid Western United States. ■ Worked in every aspect of the business and in every capacity including; Freight Broker, Sales & Marketing, Dispatch & Operations, Accounting, Administration and Delivery Driver. ■ Increased Annual Sales Revenues 1200% from first year of operation, effectively improving cash flow, while maintaining a debt to income ratio of less than 18% and a steady client retention rate of at least 82%. ■ Increased Net Earnings by an average of 23% annually for 5 consecutive years. ❑ 1995-1996 Apex Marketing, Inc. (Little Rock, AR) Marketing Representative ■ Sold condominiums, entertainment and vacation packages. ■ Completed several training course for CSR's (Customer Service Rep) — sales and customer service. ❑ 1989-1995 ProPrompt Messenger Courier (Little Rock, AR) Co -Owner and Operations Manager ■ Founded and Co -Owned local courier service servicing 6 cities within Central Arkansas. ■ Doubled anmial sales each year for 4 straight years. ■ Expanded delivery operations statewide overseeing as many as 25 drivers. ❑ 1985-1988 University of Arkansas (Fayetteville, AR) Mailroom Manager ■ Managed incoming and outgoing mail for UA Razorback Athletic Donn ■ Received highest praise from UA administration. '� Developed great rapport with coaches, athletes and staff 2008-08-27 10:51 » 5013714857 P 2/5 5519 Evergreen Drive Little Rock, AR 72205 Mark Stodola, Mayor City of Little Rock City of Little hock 500 West Markham, Suite 200 Little Rock, AR 72201 Dear Mr. Mayor, Please accept this application for the position on the City Beautiful Commission. As a resident and homeowner of this City 1 value its ability to be beautiful while continuing to thrive as a city. I would like the opportunity to serve on this commission with the thoughts that I would be able to help to continue to promote the aesthetics of our city. �a C= -_ 0 N C- M � � d •�O Ln C7 Lam' •.:.?.-ifitirs{�:NI;;y.`y"iV•e '3MY'{'7��jr���y4'--+5�•��S,i�7k"�':�� .i : •n' 2008-08-27 10:51 >> 5013714857 P 4/5 Lee Anne Overall, 1V HSA. 5519 Evergreen Drive Little Rock, AR 72205 (501) 257-2987 (W), (501) 258-5122 (h) L.Overall@comcast.net EDUCATION University of Arkansas at Little Rock (2000-2004) Master's Health Services Administration University of Southern Mississippi (1996-1998) Kinesiotherapy Internship Exercise Science graduate studies Louisiana State University (1991-1995) Bachelor's of Science in Kinesiology EXPERIENCE Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (1998-present) September 2007- present Administrative Officer, Surgical Services .Directly supervise 15 employees ■ Advise Chief of Surgical service in matters related to staffing/human resources for the department .Advise/council all Surgical Service managers in matters related to staffing such as hiring, discipline •Serve as Surgical Service liaison with facility Human Resources department .Serve as Surgical Service liaison with hospital Director and Chief of Staff in matters related to staffing, access to care, and customer service *Appropriate and monitor budget for five Fund Control Points (which include overtime, equipment, and surgical implants) totaling over $7 million ■ Primary approving official for payroll submission for Surgical Service *Represent department as a member of the facility's Customer Service Executive Board & Write and revise intradepartmental policies and memorandums as needed &Serve as the department Customer Service representative, working with veterans, families, and other hospital staff to provide best outcomes May 2002-Sept2007 Supervisory Kinesotherapist/.A,sst, Program Director & Department Safety Officer ■Received all consults for Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&RS) for 150-bed Transitional Care/Extended Care Unit &Assigned and monitored workload for four Kinesiotherapists ■ Monitored patient care trends and adapted staffing assignments accordingly ■Implemented new process for scheduling consults resulting in 25% decrease in scheduling time .Educated Residents / Medical Students and other providers on proper consulting procedures for Physical Medicine Service *Wrote or revised intradepartmental policies and memorandums as needed *Communicated daily with other professionals to insure better service from Physical Medicine for veterans &Database Coordinator for CAVHS performance measure 7: Rehabilitation *Helped CAVHS achieve level of 98% for a National Performance Measure *Coordinated staff education in -services with the education requirements of the facility for PM&P S Department &Served as principle staff member responsible for the Health and Safety area of Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation. Facilities (CARP) recertification for the Rehabilitation Unit &Communicated with hospital Safety Officers to insure proper policies/procedures in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation are up to date ■Advised Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation leadership in areas of safety as applied to a specific work unit LITTLE• ROCK CITY BEAUTIFUL COIN M ISSIo�i MEETING NOTICE SEPTEMBER 2008 The City Beautiful Commission will hold its regular meeting at 1 1:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 4, 2008, in the Board of Directors Room on the second floor of City Hall. AGENDA Call to Order Roll Call Approval of the Minutes Lynn Christy August 7, 2008 Treasurer's Report Debra ■ Upcoming expenses to report to the City (Sept) Committee Reports: Updates ■ Landscape Awards (Presentation: Oct. 7th) Jennie ■ Logistics: Poster/frames, Food/drink, new signs, roses, pr, flyers • Eye of the Beholder (EOB) — Total? Debra • Community Projects • City Hall Rear Entry Garden Lynn / Steve ■ 1-630 Trees Walter / Jessica / Christy • Public Relations ■ Website Lynn ■ KLRB (4Eh Wed-Noon/MHP) Adopt -A -Street Coordinators Walter Bill / Jessica Old Business: VOTING Lynn ■ Out -going commissioners (Oct. 2008): Walter, Lynn, Cohn) ■ 2009 Officers: Nomination Committee - Steve (`09)/Chair, Walter (`08), Kay (` 10) ■ Landscape Award Nominations ■ Landscape Ordinance Changes ■ CBC Budget for 2009 New Business: Lynn/Christy ■ Upcoming public session about the revised Landscape Ordinance (Oct. 2nd) ■ Upcoming landscape/buffer variance requests to the PC or the BOA by city staff ■ Upcoming landscape variance requests by city staff Announcements: Lynn Litter Pickup — Sat., Sept. 6th (8:30 am) • Public Ordinance Hearin CBC — Thurs, Oct. 2nd Landscape Award Presentation at City Hall — Tuesday, October 7th 6:00 pm (5:30 reception) Adjournment CITY BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION ♦ 723 WEST MARKHAM ♦ LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 ♦ (501) 371-4864 LITTLE ROCK ----------- CITY BEAUTIFUL CoMMissroN The City Beautiful Commission held its regular meeting Thursday, September 04, 2008, at 11:30 a.m. in the City Board Room on the second floor of City Hall. Chair Warren called the meeting to order. MEMBERS PRESENT: MEMBERS ABSENT: Lynn Warren Steve Homeyer Jennie Cole Jessica Watts Debra Redding vacancy Walter Jennings Kay Tatum Bill Wiedower ALSO PRESENT: Dana Carney, Zoning and Subdivision Manager, Department of Planning & Development, City of Little Rock 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 AUGUST MINUTES: Motion: Vice -chair Homeyer made a motion to accept the minutes with the changes noted. Second: Commissioner Cole seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. TREASURER'S REPORT: Emailed to city staff. Per Debra Redding, Treasurer: Little Rock City Beautiful Commission Treasurer's Report 09-04-2008 Beginning Balance as of July 24th, 2008 Credits Interest on Account .20 Total credits $ 0.20 Debits No debits S2,545.81 Ending Bank Balance as of July 23rd, 2008 OPENING OF PUBLIC MEETING: $2 5�. 45.61 $2,545.81 $2,545.81 COMMITTEE REPORTS: UPDATES: Garden Show 2009-no report. Landscape Awards(Jennie)-Commissioner Cole spoke with Billy Rutherford about catering and they have agreed to do so. Commissioner Cole noted that she would handle the punch for the ceremony. Commissioner Wiedower noted that he would take care of the poster(s) and framing. Chair Warren showed some examples. The size options are 11" X 17" and 16" X 20". Chair Warren noted that she'd hope we could spend less than $75.00 each for the awards. Chair Warren shared two (2) examples of the photo at varying resolutions and gave Commissioner Wiedower a cd with the high resolution photo and poster examples. It was noted that Scott Carter, will compose a news article denoting the awardees selection(s). Chair Warren noted that she'd made the changes to the Landscape Award Nomination Form for 2009 and its located on the website for next year. Vice -chair Homeyer noted that he would be picking up last year's landscape award signs. Vice - chair also noted that he'd cleared up the discrepancy on the past due bill. It had been paid and a receipt was shown as such. Chair Warren will get the 2007 CBC Landscape Awardees contact information to Vice -chair Homeyer so he can call prior to removing their signage. Chair Warren noted she'd send out the congratulations letters to all the nominees and carbon copy the nominators next week and then congrats letter(s) to the winners by mid -September. Chair Warren noted that she would contact Vice -Mayor Hurst about the donation of three (3) long-stemmed, de -thorned roses for the ceremony. Chair Warren will also develop the flyer for the ceremony and send out the award letter(s) to the winners. Commissioner Tatum noted that she would be willin to take photos of the ceremony. The reception ceremony will begin at 5:30 p.m., October the 7t in the City Hall Rotunda hallway. All CBC members need to arrive at 5:15 p.m. that evening prior to help set-up. Eye of the Beholder (Debra) - no report. Future Proiects City Hall Rear Entry Garden — Chair Warren is working on a mockup for the donor plaque. I-630 Trees -Commissioner Wiedower noted that he'd researched the tree donation program in Oklahoma and found there were two (2) that may be of interest. One is the Tree Bank Foundation and the other is the Apache Foundation. Commissioner Wiedower noted that he'd check into this further to see if it might be an option for the future. PR-Website-Chair Warren noted that errors with the website have been fixed and it is up to date. KLRB- Commissioner Jennings informed the CBC that newly appointed Executive Director Ron Meyers is taking a job in Washington. The KLRB Commission is looking at alternative ways to handle his resignation. KLRB intends on asking the City of Little Rock for administrative help especially with the resignation and lack on monies. KLRB recently received a donation from Waste Management for $2,500.00. Chair Warren inquired about any up coming projects that the KLRB may want/need help with from the CBC. Commissioner Jennings noted that he believed not; that currently they are regrouping due to the loss of their director. Chair Warren noted that Commissioner Watts will need to write a letter to the Board of Directors to be reinstated on the CBC. Chair Warren noted that she had spoken with Commissioner Watts and she really wants to continue but her work is making it very difficult to do so. Ado t-A-Street- It was noted that Commissioner Watts had '/2 of the pick up litter equipment. Commissioner Wiedower noted that he'd purchased another pick-up tool recently. Chair Warren noted that she'd send an email to Commissioner Watts about getting the equipment. OLD BUSINESS: Out -going Commissioners Oct.24D8 : Walter Lynn, vacancy Chair Warren noted that there is currently one vacancy on the CBC and that both Commissioner Jennings and her position would expire next month. It was noted that if Commissioner Jennings wants to re -apply then he would need to get a letter into the Board for approval. 2009 Officers: Nomination Committee -Steve 09' /Chair Walter 08' Ka 10' : The Slate of Officers follow: Chair: Mr. Steve Homeyer Vice -chair: Mr. Bill Wiedower and Mr. Walter Jennings Treasurer: Ms. Debra Redding Commissioner Jennings noted that he appreciated the vote of confidence; however, he would like to pull his name from the hat and put his support behind Commissioner Wiedower. Motion: Commissioner Cole made a motion to accept the Slate of Officers as presented for 2009. Second: Commissioner Jennings seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. 2008 Landscape Awards: City staff presented the nominations for the 2008 CBC Landscape Awards via a PowerPoint presentation. Upon review of the slide show and voting the following sites are the 2008 CBC Landscape Award Winners: ARKANSAS RIVER TRAIL LITTLE ROCK PARKS & RECREATION HILLCREST HALL GREATER LITTLE ROCK COUNCIL OF GARDEN CLUBS WESTLAKE CORPORATE PARK Mr. Dana Carney inquired about the replacement of the plaque for a poster format. Mr. Carney also noted that the winning sites were all very good developments; however, in the future the CBC may want to look at sites that were directly using the landscape ordinance that the CBC administers. For example, Pleasant Ridge Shopping Center spent over 2 million in landscaping material(s) and it'd be great to give sites such as this recognition. Commissioner Wiedower stated that was a grand idea and next year that can be reviewed. Lajidscape Ordinance Changes. Mr. Carney noted that all the changes requested by the CBC were made with the exception of the asterisks reflecting which trees are of a native species. However, in general city staff already encourages the use of native trees. Mr. Carney noted that today the CBC can set the October CBC meeting as a public hearing date to hear feedback from the public on the proposed changes to the landscape ordinance. Mr. Carney noted that he'd distribute the ordinance amendments to the contact list which consists of 50-60 design professionals, neighborhood, coalitions, realtors, etc. No newspaper ad is required. The CBC will need to get with Mr. Scott Carter about any PR for the meeting which is currently set for October the 2"d, 200$ Beth Blevins Carpenter, Deputy City Attorney, City of Little Rock noted one minor typo in the document and it was noted. Motion: Vice -chair Homeyer made a motion to approve the landscape ordinance amendments with the typo/error change. Second: Commissioner Tatum seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Public Meeting was set for October the 2"d (Has since been changed to October the 7th since many Commissioners could not make that meeting date and Mr. Scott Carter will be notified. CBC Budget for 2009: Mr. Tony Bozynski requested a 2009 budget for the CBC. Chair Warren composed this document for review. Chair Warren also noted that it may change after the retreat early next year. Motion: Commissioner Wiedower made a motion to accept the proposed 2009 CBC Budget. Second: Commissioner Tatum seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. NEW BUSINESS: City staff noted that the CBC currently will be hearing three (3) landscape variance requests next month. Motion: Vice -Chair Homeyer made a motion to adjourn Second: Commissioner Wiedower seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Commissioner Jennings inquired about requesting to continue on as a City Beautiful Commissioner. The process was explained and Mr. Jennings was encouraged to continue on with the Commission another term. NOMINATION COMMITTEE: No report. NEW BUSINESS: Chair Warren sent out a copy of the land use buffer letter for CBC review and Beth Carpenters review via email. Motion: Commissioner Cole made a motion to accept the letter as presented with the minor changes. Second: Commissioner Jennings seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. None NEW BUSINESS: Landscape Ordinance -Mr. Dana Carney, Zoning & Subdivision Manager for the City of Little Rock entertained any questions regarding the latest revisions to the landscape ordinance. Mr. Carney explained that some of the changes desired by the CBC just weren't practical or breached into other jurisdictional ordinances. Commissioner Jennings noted a paragraph that needed a break in it for mere clarity. Mr. Carney noted the change. Chair Warren inquired about the location of the tree funds. Mr. Carney, stated that currently there are no funds going into this account and should the tree funds remain the finance department would be able to answer these type questions. Mr. Carney noted they'd decided to take out the requirement of the owner to keep an approved landscape plan on site. Ms. Carpenter noted that the on site detention comments were addressed in the City of Little Rock's Public Works Department and their ordinances. Therefore, needed removal. Commissioner Cole inquired about the elimination of the requirement for a tree survey for all sites. Mr. Carney responded that until such time that there is a requirement to save trees he sees no reason to require the survey. Mr. Carney also noted that a tree survey would be part of the requirement of a tree preservation ordinance. Chair Warren noted that the State of Arkansas requires a demolition plan with each new project which shows all of the onsite conditions, including trees, and it has been very useful in reflecting the trees that are to be saved on a site and which ones are to be removed. The fact that the trees are shown has saved numerous trees by simply shifting parking lots and/or the locations of buildings. The certification for tree pruning , recommendation skipped. Section 15.84, change of title only. Tree types were discussed at length. Of special interest was the ordinance stating which tree types in the ordinance are of the native species and which were not. Staff stated they would look into this option further and get back with the CBC at next months meeting. Ms. Carpenter stated that the CBC needs to vote on one final document; therefore, let the Planning and Development Department make the changes discussed today and re -issue the revised copy for a final document to be voted upon at the next months CBC meeting. This will put the Planning and Development Department distributing the revisions in September and open the meeting to a public hearing on the changes at the October or November CBC meeting. The document still needs to be sent to the Board of Directors for review and the Mayor. Motion: Vice -chair Homeyer made a motion to adjourn. Second: Commissioner Jennings seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Adjournment: 12:57 p.m.