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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCBC 11-02-2006LITTLE ROCK CrrY SEAUTiFUL CoMMTSS10N MEETING NOTICE The City Beautiful Commission will hold its regular meeting at 11:15 a.m. on Thursday, November the 2nd, 2006, in the Sister Cities Conference Room on the second floor of City Hall. AGENDA Call to Order: Jan Hicks, Vice -chair Roll Call: Open Public Meeting: ITEM NO. 1 C.B.C. 599-New Matters Walgreens Tim Daters, agent With White-Daters & Asso., Inc. 7601 Cantrell Road Presentation by City Staff: Applicants Comments: Comments from other interested parties: Call for a motion: Close Public Meeting: Approval of the Minutes: October 05, 2006 Treasurer's Report: Ann Ivey Old Business: New Business: • Adoption of the 2007 CBC Calendar ■ Election for CBC for 2007 • Informative meeting on upcoming landscape variance requests by city staff Adjournment: City Beautiful Commission ♦ 723 West Markham ♦ Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 ♦ (501) 371-4864 November 02, 2006 ITEM NO. 1 - C.B.C. 599 - NEW MATTERS Applicant: Address: Description: ORDINANCE RE UIREMENTS: Walgreens Springfield Holdings Group White-Daters & Associates, Inc. Agent, Tim Daters 7601 Cantrell Road SW Corner of Cantrell & Mississippi A perimeter planting strip is required along any side of a vehicular use area that abuts the public right-of-way. This strip shall be at least nine (9) feet wide. VARIANCE RE VESTED: Reduction of a portion of the required northern perimeter landscaping strip. FINDINGS: The property located at 7601 Cantrell contains a service station located at the intersection of Cantrell Road and Mississippi Avenue. A commercial building is located along the eastern perimeter of the plat area. There area is a commercial node, with a service station located across Cantrell Road from the site, a shopping center located across Mississippi Avenue, and a strip center located on the northeast corner of Cantrell Road and Keightly Drive. On October the 26th, 2006 the applicant went before the Planning Commission for a preliminary plat review. The only outstanding issues at this time are the alley abandonment and a deficient perimeter landscaping strip along the north, next to Cantrell Road. The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the alley abandonment which will be forwarded to the Board of Directors. The landscaping strip, in question, varies in size from approximately zero (0'-0") to thirty-eight feet (38'-0"'). Overall the applicant is meeting the minimum amount of green space along Cantrell Road. However, the minimum amount drops below the nine foot wide requirement found in Section 15-96 of the Code landscaping ordinance. The applicant has agreed to double the amount of evergreen shrubs in this area. Therefore, the number of trees and shrubs will more than comply with the minimum Ordinance requirements. The proposed development has been designed to fit within the limits of the property and to respect normal setback and landscape requirements as closely as possible. Although the new development does not fully comply with all typical Ordinance standards, staff feels the proposed development will be a good addition to this neighborhood. I have received two phone calls from the neighborhood in support. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested perimeter landscape strip variance. LITTLE ROCK CITY SEAUT1FU3 COM M iS§10N The City Beautiful Commission held its regular meeting Thursday, October the 5th, 2006, at 11:30 a.m. in the Sister Cities Conference Room on the second floor of City Hall. Chair Karol Zoeller called the meeting to order. MEMBERS PRESENT: Jan Hicks Lynn Warren Ross Piazza John Beneke Cita Cobb Mary Jane Rebick Troy Laha ALSO PRESENT: Dana Carney, Zoning & Subdivision Manager, Department of Planning & Development, City of Little Rock Christy Marvel, Plans Development Administrator, Department of Planning & Development, City of Little Rock Shawn Luther, Landscape Architect, D.C.I., agent Steve Wade, President of Simmons Bank, applicant Howard Atkins, Realtor for McDonalds, property owner Kelly Daniels, Landscape Architect, Manly Land Design, agent for Chick-Fil-A OPENING OF PUBLIC HEARING: C.B.C. Case Number 596, Simmons Bank Staff began the meeting for the property located at 5000 West Markham Street, which was formerly occupied by a McDonald's restaurant and its associated parking. The building has been razed and the site has been cleared of all improvements. Simmons First National Bank proposes to redevelop the site for a branch bank facility. The new development will consist of a 2,600 square foot building with three drive -through lanes for teller and ATM services. Nine parking spaces will be provided. On September 14, 2006, the Planning Commission approved a Planned Development rezoning application for the site. The Commission's recommendation will be forwarded to the Board of Directors after the City Beautiful Commission's action. The site is relatively small, being 100 feet wide and 287 +/- feet deep. Due to the narrow width of the site, there are two variances associated with the required perimeter landscape strips. The applicant is proposing a perimeter strip of approximately 6.5 feet in width along the eastern (Jackson Street) perimeter and a perimeter strip width of approximately 4.5 feet along a portion of the western perimeter. Since the site is located in the designated mature area of the City, the landscape strip can be 6.9 feet in width; a 25% reduction of the typical 9-foot requirement found in Section 15-96 of the Code. Staff is supportive of the requested variances. The proposed redevelopment of this infill site as a new bank will result in a more aesthetically pleasing property than has existed in the thirty years it was occupied by the fast food restaurant. The site sits below the level of Jackson Street by as much as 5 feet. A retaining wall will be located along this perimeter ranging in height from 2.5 to 5 feet. The bank is proposing to place landscaping along both the high and low sides of the retaining wall. The number of required shrubs and trees within this perimeter will exceed Ordinance requirements. The reduction in the perimeter strip width on the western perimeter is for only the north half of the site where it abuts a parking lot for an adjacent office use. The southern half of the western perimeter strip will be larger than required by the Ordinance. Again, in this strip, the number of trees and shrubs will comply with Ordinance requirements. The proposed development has been designed to fit within the limits of the property and to respect normal setback and landscape requirements as closely as possible. Although the new development does not fully comply with all typical Ordinance standards, staff feels the proposed development will be a good addition to this mature neighborhood. Steve Wade, President of Simmons Bank, pointed out that they had met with the Hillcrest Home Owners Association. Per the requests of the homeowners, the neighborhood did not want Jackson Street to be widened. Mr. Wade pointed out the hours of operation is less of an impact than the previous business. They will close at 6:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday and 9:00 a.m. to noon, on Saturday. The site will also be irrigated with an automatic controlled system. Pete Rausch, the City Urban Forester, requested via email, that the maple trees be substituted with the Pistachio tree type. The applicant agreed to the change and amended his application to reflect this change. Motion: Troy Laha moved to approve the variance request with the changes of the maple trees being changed to Pistachio Trees. Second: Cita Cobb seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. OPENING OF PUBLIC HEARING: C.B.C. Case Number 598, Chick-fil-A The property located at 6201 West Markham Street was formerly occupied by a Casual Corner retail store and its associated parking. The proposal includes the removal of the structure and the existing parking surface. Chick-fil-A proposes to redevelop the site for a restaurant with drive through service. The new development will consist of a 3,776 square foot building with a drive - through lane and fifty parking spaces will be provided. The site is relatively small, being 148 feet wide and 288 +/- feet deep. Due to the narrow width of the site, there are two variances associated with the required perimeter landscape strips. The applicant is proposing a perimeter strip ranging from 2.5 feet to 4.5 feet in width along the eastern, western, and southern perimeters. This minimum city requirement is nine feet along all three perimeters per Section 15-96 of the Code. The site is a total of 0.976 acres and three sides of the property are enclosed by an existing retaining wall. Due to the perimeter restraints of the property the quantity of required trees has been reduced. The landscape ordinance requires a tree every 30 feet along the perimeters of the site. The applicant is proposing the following in conjunction with this approval: 1. To increase the depth of the green space along Markham Street twenty-five feet. 2. To increase the landscaping quantity along Markham Street frontage. 3. To add an automatic irrigation system. 4. The interior islands have been increase to 300 square feet in area; 150 are the requirement and shrubs have been added to these interior islands. Staff is supportive of the requested variances. The proposed redevelopment of this infill site as a new restaurant within the Mid -town District is a substantial improvement to the area. The new building is substantially smaller thus allowing for the addition of permeable green space. Kelly Daniels, Landscape Architect with Manly Land Design, stated the intentions of the restaurant, Chick-fil-A. Vice -chair Hicks noted she'd like to see the maple trees changed to Pistachio trees and for Carolina Jessamine to be planted to grow down the retaining wall. Commissioner Warren noted that we shouldn't necessarily limit the tree type to one variety. Perhaps, we recommend them to choose an asphalt friendly type of tree or maybe recommending three varieties to give the applicant more flexibility. For example, the applicant may have chosen the maple tree for fall color. By limiting the type of tree it also limits the design of the applicant. Dana Carney, Zoning and Subdivision Manager, noted that reviewing of the landscape ordinances list of recommended trees might be something the CBC may want to consider revising in the near future. Motion: Troy Laha made a motion to approve the variance request with the addition of the tree type change and the addition of Carolina Jessamine to be planted on the retaining walls. Second: John Beneke seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Motion: Commissioner Laha made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Second: Commissioner Hicks seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. TREASURER'S REPORT: City staff noted the following per Ann Ivey: Little Rock City Beautiful Commission Treasurer's Report 10-05-2006 Beginning Balance as of September 07, 2006 Credits $3,323.5I Debits Interest oii Account •77 Total credits $0.77 $33324.28 Olive Branch Restaurant -awards luncheon $ 98.55 Micheal's-3 plagues $ 28.99 Total debits $127.54 $3,196.74 Ending Balance as of October 05, 2006 $3,196.74 NEW BUSINESS: Jan Hicks inquired whether or not the Olive Branch was given gratuity with the luncheon last month. Jan Hicks will check with Ann Ivey regarding the tip. The landscape awards went off great! The awardee speaking was a nice addition to the ceremony. The elimination of the food and beverage was also good. Having only 3 award winners was also optimal. Has someone reserve the booth for the upcoming Spring Flower and Garden show? Ross stated he would be happy to arrange the schedule like last year but cannot take on the show, actively. Staff inquired about the possibility of the three commissioners continuing as a commissioner until such time that the position is filled. Commissioner Cobb cannot continue. Commissioner Zoeller would if she was requested to continue and Commissioner Laha stated although it would be difficult he would do his best to continue through the end of the year. Everyone encourage individuals to apply for the City Beautiful Commission. Perhaps, someone from the nursery industry would be an asset. Everyone consider the upcoming election of officers for the City Beautiful Commission. OLD BUSINESS: Commissioner Warren updated the commission on the pocket ashtrays. She suggested color - coding the ashtrays to keep up with where/who on distribution. Karol stated the white ashtrays would seemingly appear dirty after sometime. John Beneke inquired on whether this project should be the focus of City Beautiful Commission. Jan Hicks suggested not turning this project into something huge City staff noted the potential for 1 variance request for the month of November. Commissioner Warren stated she'd check on donations for the Spring Garden Show since they were in her department; i.e. trash bags and tools to pick up trash. This Saturday is the scheduled day/time for the City Beautiful Commissioners to pick up litter on the site a Bowman Curve. If able, please come help. Adjournment: 12:24 p.m. LITTLE ROCK CITY BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION MEETING NOTICE The City Beautiful Commission will hold its regular meeting at 11:15 a.m. on Thursday, November the 2nd, 2006, in the Sister Cities Conference Room on the second floor of City Hall. AGENDA Call to Order: Jan Hicks, Vice -chair Roll Call: Open Public Meeting: ITEM NO. 1 C.B.C. 599-New Matters Walgreens Tim Daters, agent With White-Daters & Asso., Inc. 7601 Cantrell Road Presentation by City Staff: Applicants Comments: Comments from other interested parties: Call for a motion: Close Public Meeting: Approval of the Minutes: October 05, 2006 Treasurer's Report: Ann Ivey Old Business: New Business: • Adoption of the 2007 CBC Calendar • Election for CBC for 2007 • Informative meeting on upcoming landscape variance requests by city staff Adjournment: City Beautiful Commission ♦ 723 West Markham ♦ Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 ♦ (501) 371-4864 LITTLE ROCK r CITY BEAUTIFUL COMMTSSION The City Beautiful Commission held its regular meeting Thursday, October the 5th, 2006, at 11:30 a.m. in the Sister Cities Conference Room on the second floor of City Hall. Chair Karol Zoeller called the meeting to order. MEMBERS PRESENT: Jan Hicks Lynn Warren Ross Piazza John Beneke Cita Cobb Mary Jane Rebick Troy Laha ALSO PRESENT: Dana Carney, Zoning & Subdivision Manager, Department of Planning & Development, City of Little Rock Christy Marvel, Plans Development Administrator, Department of Planning & Development, City of Little Rock Shawn Luther, Landscape Architect, D.C.I., agent Steve Wade, President of Simmons Bank, applicant Howard Atkins, Realtor for McDonalds, property owner Kelly Daniels, Landscape Architect, Manly Land Design, agent for Chick-Fil-A OPENING OF PUBLIC HEARING: C.B.C. Case Number 596, Simmons Bank Staff began the meeting for the property located at 5000 West Markham Street, which was formerly occupied by a McDonald's restaurant and its associated parking. The building has been razed and the site has been cleared of all improvements. Simmons First National Bank proposes to redevelop the site for a branch bank facility. The new development will consist of a 2,600 square foot building with three drive -through lanes for teller and ATM services. Nine parking spaces will be provided. On September 14, 2006, the Planning Commission approved a Planned Development rezoning application for the site. The Commission's recommendation will be forwarded to the Board of Directors after the City Beautiful Commission's action. The site is relatively small, being 100 feet wide and 287 +/- feet deep. Due to the narrow width of the site, there are two variances associated with the required perimeter landscape strips. The applicant is proposing a perimeter strip of approximately 6.5 feet in width along the eastern (Jackson Street) perimeter and a perimeter strip width of approximately 4.5 feet along a portion of the western perimeter. Since the site is located in the designated mature area of the City, the landscape strip can be 6.9 feet in width; a 25% reduction of the typical 9-foot requirement found in Section 15-96 of the Code. Staff is supportive of the requested variances. The proposed redevelopment of this infill site as a new bank will result in a more aesthetically pleasing property than has existed in the thirty years it was occupied by the fast food restaurant. The site sits below the level of Jackson Street by as much as 5 feet. A retaining wall will be located along this perimeter ranging in height from 2.5 to 5 feet. The bank is proposing to place landscaping along both the high and low sides of the retaining wall. The number of required shrubs and trees within this perimeter will exceed Ordinance requirements. The reduction in the perimeter strip width on the western perimeter is for only the north half of the site where it abuts a parking lot for an adjacent office use. The southern half of the western perimeter strip will be larger than required by the Ordinance. Again, in this strip, the number of trees and shrubs will comply with Ordinance requirements. The proposed development has been designed to fit within the limits of the property and to respect normal setback and landscape requirements as closely as possible. Although the new development does not fully comply with all typical Ordinance standards, staff feels the proposed development will be a good addition to this mature neighborhood. Steve Wade, President of Simmons Bank, pointed out that they had met with the Hillcrest Home Owners Association. Per the requests of the homeowners, the neighborhood did not want Jackson Street to be widened. Mr. Wade pointed out the hours of operation is less of an impact than the previous business. They will close at 6:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday and 9:00 a.m. to noon, on Saturday. The site will also be irrigated with an automatic controlled system. Pete Rausch, the City Urban Forester, requested via email, that the maple trees be substituted with the Pistachio tree type. The applicant agreed to the change and amended his application to reflect this change. Motion: Troy Laha moved to approve the variance request with the changes of the maple trees being changed to Pistachio Trees. Second: Cita Cobb seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. OPENING OF PUBLIC HEARING: C.B.C. Case Number 598, Chick-fil-A The property located at 6201 West Markham Street was formerly occupied by a Casual Corner retail store and its associated parking. The proposal includes the removal of the structure and the existing parking surface. Chick-fil-A proposes to redevelop the site for a restaurant with drive through service. The new development will consist of a 3,776 square foot building with a drive - through lane and fifty parking spaces will be provided. The site is relatively small, being 148 feet wide and 288 +/- feet deep. Due to the narrow width of the site, there are two variances associated with the required perimeter landscape strips. The applicant is proposing a perimeter strip ranging from 2.5 feet to 4.5 feet in width along the eastern, western, and southern perimeters. This minimum city requirement is nine feet along all three perimeters per Section 15-96 of the Code. The site is a total of 0.976 acres and three sides of the property are enclosed by an existing retaining wall. Due to the perimeter restraints of the property the quantity of required trees has been reduced. The landscape ordinance requires a tree every 30 feet along the perimeters of the site. The applicant is proposing the following in conjunction with this approval: 1. To increase the depth of the green space along Markham Street twenty-five feet. 2. To increase the landscaping quantity along Markham Street frontage. 3. To add an automatic irrigation system. 4. The interior islands have been increase to 300 square feet in area; 150 are the requirement and shrubs have been added to these interior islands. Staff is supportive of the requested variances. The proposed redevelopment of this infill site as a new restaurant within the Mid -town District is a substantial improvement to the area. The new building is substantially smaller thus allowing for the addition of permeable green space. Kelly Daniels, Landscape Architect with Manly Land Design, stated the intentions of the restaurant, Chick-fil-A. Vice -chair Hicks noted she'd like to see the maple trees changed to Pistachio trees and for Carolina Jessamine to be planted to grow down the retaining wall. Commissioner Warren noted that we shouldn't necessarily limit the tree type to one variety. Perhaps, we recommend them to choose an asphalt friendly type of tree or maybe recommending three varieties to give the applicant more flexibility. For example, the applicant may have chosen the maple tree for fall color. By limiting the type of tree it also limits the design of the applicant. Dana Carney, Zoning and Subdivision Manager, noted that reviewing of the landscape ordinances list of recommended trees might be something the CBC may want to consider revising in the near future. Motion: Troy Laha made a motion to approve the variance request with the addition of the tree type change and the addition of Carolina Jessamine to be planted on the retaining walls. Second: John Beneke seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Motion: Commissioner Laha made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Second: Commissioner Hicks seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. TREASURER'S REPORT: City staff noted the following per Ann Ivey: Little Rock City Beautiful Commission Treasurer's Report 10-05-2006 Beginning Balance as of September 07, 2006 $3,323.51 Credits Interest on Account •77 Total credits $0.77 $3,324.28 Debits Olive Branch Restaurant -awards luncheon $ 98.55 Micheal'§-3 plaques $ 28.99 Total debits $127.54 $3,196.7� Ending Balance as of October 05, 2006 $3,196•74 NEW BUSINESS: Jan Hicks inquired whether or not the Olive Branch was given gratuity with the luncheon last month. Jan Hicks will check with Ann Ivey regarding the tip. The landscape awards went off great! The awardee speaking was a nice addition to the ceremony. The elimination of the food and beverage was also good. Having only 3 award winners was also optimal. Has someone reserve the booth for the upcoming Spring Flower and Garden show? Ross stated he would be happy to arrange the schedule like last year but cannot take on the show, actively. Staff inquired about the possibility of the three commissioners continuing as a commissioner until such time that the position is filled. Commissioner Cobb cannot continue. Commissioner Zoeller would if she was requested to continue and Commissioner Laha stated although it would be difficult he would do his best to continue through the end of the year. Everyone encourage individuals to apply for the City Beautiful Commission. Perhaps, someone from the nursery industry would be an asset. Everyone consider the upcoming election of officers for the City Beautiful Commission. OLD BUSINESS: Commissioner Warren updated the commission on the pocket ashtrays. She suggested color - coding the ashtrays to keep up with where/who on distribution. Karol stated the white ashtrays would seemingly appear dirty after sometime. John Beneke inquired on whether this project should be the focus of City Beautiful Commission. Jan Hicks suggested not turning this project into something huge City staff noted the potential for 1 variance request for the month of November. Commissioner Warren stated she'd check on donations for the Spring Garden Show since they were in her department; i.e. trash bags and tools to pick up trash. This Saturday is the scheduled day/time for the City Beautiful Commissioners to pick up litter on the site a Bowman Curve. If able, please come help. Adjournment: 12:24 p.m. November 02, 2006 ITEM NO. 1- C.B.C. 599 - NEW MATTERS Applicant: Address: Description: ORDINANCE REQUIREMENTS: Walgreens Springfield Holdings Group White-Daters & Associates, Inc. Agent, Tim Daters 7601 Cantrell Road SW Corner of Cantrell & Mississippi A perimeter planting strip is required along any side of a vehicular use area that abuts the public right-of-way. This strip shall be at least nine (9) feet wide. VARIANCE RE VESTED: Reduction of a portion of the required northern perimeter landscaping strip. FINDINGS: The property located at 7601 Cantrell contains a service station located at the intersection of Cantrell Road and Mississippi Avenue. A commercial building is located along the eastern perimeter of the plat area. There area is a commercial node, with a service station located across Cantrell. Road from the site, a shopping center located across Mississippi Avenue, and a strip center located on the northeast corner of Cantrell Road and Keightly Drive. On October the 26t', 2006 the applicant went before the Planning Commission for a preliminary plat review. The only outstanding issues at this time are the alley abandonment and a deficient perimeter landscaping strip along the north, next to Cantrell Road. The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the alley abandonment, which will be forwarded to the Board of Directors. The landscaping strip, in question, varies in size from approximately zero (0'-0") to thirty-eight feet (38'-0"). Overall the applicant is meeting the minimum amount of green space along Cantrell Road. However, the minimum amount drops below the nine foot wide requirement found in Section 15-96 of the Code landscaping ordinance. The applicant has agreed to double the amount of evergreen shrubs in this area. Therefore, the number of trees and shrubs will more than comply with the minimum Ordinance requirements. The proposed development has been designed to fit within the limits of the property and to respect normal setback and landscape requirements as closely as possible. Although the new development does not fully comply with all typical Ordinance standards, staff feels the proposed development will be a good addition to this neighborhood. I have received two phone calls from the neighborhood in support. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested perimeter landscape strip variance. LITTLE ROCK CITY BEAUTIFUL C0MMISSTON The City Beautiful Commission held its regular meeting Thursday, November the 2nd, 2006, at 11:30 a.m. in the Sister Cities Conference Room on the second floor of City Hall. Vice - chair Hicks called the meeting to order. MEMBERS PRESENT: Jan Hicks Lynn Warren Ross Piazza Karol Zoeller Cita Cobb Mary Jane Rebick Troy Laha ALSO PRESENT: Christy Marvel, Plans Development Administrator, Department of Planning & Development, City of Little Rock Tony Rogers, Walgreen's, applicant Joe White, White-Daters and Associates, Inc., agent Dave Roberts, Roberts and Williams, Asso., Landscape Architect Mark Parrish, adjoining neighbor located at 7704 Iowa Street OPENING OF PUBLIC HEARING: C.B.C. Case Number 599, Walgreen's Staff began the meeting for the property located at 7601 Cantrell, which contains a service station located at the intersection of Cantrell Road and Mississippi Avenue. A commercial building is located along the eastern perimeter of the plat area. There area is a commercial node, with a service station located across Cantrell Road from the site, a shopping center located across Mississippi Avenue, and a strip center located on the northeast corner of Cantrell Road and Keightly Drive. On October the 26"', 2006 the applicant went before the Planning Commission for a preliminary plat review. The only outstanding issues at this time are the alley abandonment and a deficient perimeter landscaping strip along the north, next to Cantrell Road. The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the alley abandonment, which will be forwarded to the Board of Directors. The landscaping strip, in question, varies in size from approximately zero (0'-0") to thirty-eight feet (38'-0"). Overall the applicant is meeting the minimum amount of green space along Cantrell Road. However, the minimum amount drops below the nine foot wide requirement found in Section 15-96 of the Code landscaping ordinance. The applicant has agreed to double the amount of evergreen shrubs in this area. Therefore, the number of trees and shrubs will more than comply with the minimum Ordinance requirements. The proposed development has been designed to fit within the limits of the property and to respect normal setback and landscape requirements as closely as possible. Although the new development does not fully comply with all typical Ordinance standards, staff feels the proposed development will be a good addition to this neighborhood. I have received two phone calls from the neighborhood in support. Staff recommends approval of the requested perimeter landscape strip variance Joe White, with White-Daters & Associates, along with Landscape Architect Dave Roberts presented a colored rendering of the proposed development to the City Beautiful Commission. Vice chair Hicks inquired about the tree variety used on the site. The applicant responded that along Cantrell Road, due to overhead power lines, they have chosen the Crepe Myrtle tree. The power lines are approximately twenty feet high so it limits the type of tree in that area. Tony Rogers, with Walgreen's explained that Walgreen's has a prototype site layout that doesn't include interior islands in that area; however, they had complied with this minimum requirement. The visibility triangle of the buildings signage was also discussed. The applicant noted that the trees were located at such for optimal visibility of the building signage. Commissioner Warren inquired whether or not they'd considered increasing the caliper size of the trees to 3 % to 4 inch. Commissioner Warren also noted that grasses in the area would be nice. Commissioner Hicks noted she'd be more comfortable with the variance request if the crepe myrtle trees could be changed to an evergreen variety like Foster Holly. Otherwise, she most likely couldn't support it. Commissioner Warren inquired if drive-thru services were available and if so, where. The applicant amended their application to change the tree type from Crepe Myrtle to Foster Holly or a comparable evergreen variety. Motion: Commissioner Laha made a motion to approve CBC Case number 599, as amended yesterday with staff and with the change of the street trees along Cantrell to Foster Holly trees or a comparable evergreen type. Second: Commissioner Warren seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Motion: Commissioner Laha made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Second: Commissioner Piazza seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Motion: Commissioner Piazza made a motion to have a luncheon at the next CBC meeting on December the 71" for the 3 outgoing CBC members. Second: Commissioner Warren seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. TREASURER'S REPORT: City staff noted the following per Ann Ivey: Little Rock City Beautiful Commission Treasurer's Report 10-05-2006 Beginning Balance as of September 07, 2006 $3 3323•S1 Credits Interest on Account •77 Total credits $0.77 $3,324.28 Debits Olive Branch Restaurant -awards luncheon $ 98.55 Micheal's-3 plaques $ 28.99 Total debits $127.54 $3,19b.74 Ending Balance as of October 05, 2006 NEW BUSINESS: $3 1� 96.74 Commissioner Ivey recommended that the Olive Branch be given a generous tip; perhaps, twice as much due to the fact, that it is late. Chair Zoeller inquired about the site at Shackleford Crossing project and noted the amount of tree loss. This project was massive and required a tremendous amount of grading. Commissioner Laha and Chair Zoeller had to leave the meeting. Commissioner Warren inquired about the current financial status for the City Beautiful Commission. Did the CBC get their funding from this city this year and/or were they on the budget for 2007. CBC decided upon purchasing any of the cigarette pocket ashtrays this year. Perhaps, new landscape award signs could be purchased without the Chenal Properties Logo. Vice -chair Hicks recommended a scholarship of some sort be given by the CBC with the monies remaining. Staff noted the prior work done on brochures and the CBC's expression of a web -page. Motion: Jan Hicks made a motion to Lynn Warren to explore various options, i.e. web design prices/options by November the 201h and to have a report to the CBC at December's meeting. Second: Lynn Warren seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. A second option may be to purchase a display board for the annual flower and garden show or other paraphernalia for the event. 2007 Slate of Officers Motion: Commissioner Piazza nominated the following for the 2007 Slate of Officers: Chair -Lynn Warren Vice -chair -Jan Hicks Treasurer -Ann Ivey Second: Commissioner Rebick seconded and the motion passed unanimously. OLD BUSINESS: none Adjournment: 12:38 p.m.