HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-21-23 Little Rock Board of Directors Meeting
November 21,2023
6:00 PM
Little Rock Board of Directors Meeting
November 21, 2023
6:00 PM
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, met in a regular meeting with
Director B.J. Wyrick presiding. City Clerk Susan Langley called the roll with the following
Directors present: Miller; Richardson; Hines; Lewis; Wyrick; Kumpuris; Phillips (via
WebEx Teleconferencing; left meeting at 6:07 PM and re-enrolled at 6:44 PM); Adcock;
Vice-Mayor Webb (via WebEx Teleconferencing); and Mayor Scott (enrolled at 6:33
PM). Directors absent: Peck. City Attorney Tom Carpenter delivered the invocation
followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Director Phillips stated that he had visited with the Downtown Task Force, along with
several residents, and there was a general consensus that the amendment to the Code
was needed; however, they wanted to have the opportunity to have more input on the
process.
Director Phillips made the motion, seconded by Director Hines, to withdraw Item 23 from
the Agenda. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members present, Item 23 was
withdrawn from the Agenda.
23. ORDINANCE: To amend Chapter 36, Article V, Division VI, §36-342.1, of the Little
Rock Revised Code of Ordinances (1988), to provide for the modification of various
procedures and land use regulations related to the UU, Urban District, Zoning
Classification; and for other purposes. (Planning Commission: 7 ayes;0 nays;2 absent;and 2
open positions) Staff recommends approval.
Synopsis: An ordinance to amend the UU, Urban Use District,Zoning Classification with respect to
ground-mounted signs and building height.
Acting City Manager Emily Cox stated that the applicants for both Items 17 and 18 had
requested that the items be deferred until December 5, 2023.
Director Hines made the motion, seconded by Director Richardson, to defer Items 17
and 18 until December 5, 2023. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members
present, Items 17 and 18 were deferred until December 5, 2023.
17. ORDINANCE; Z-9830: To approve a Planned Zoning Development and to
establish a Planned Development — Commercial titled Jo Investments STR-2 PD-C,
located at 1323 Cumberland Street, Little Rock, Arkansas, to amend the Official Zoning
Map of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; and for other purposes. (Planning Commission: 7
ayes;0 nays;2 absent;and 2 open positions) Staff recommends approval.
Synopsis: The applicant is requesting that the 0.16-acre property, located at 1323 Cumberland
Street, be rezoned from R-4A. Low Density Residential District, to PD-C, Planned Development -
Commercial,to allow for the use of the property as Short-Term Rental(STR-2). (Located in Ward 1)
18. ORDINANCE; Z-9832: To approve a Planned Zoning Development and to
establish a Planned Development — Commercial titled Hold Fast Homes STR-2 PD-C,
located at 2608 West 6th Street, Little Rock, Arkansas, to amend the Official Zoning Map
of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; and for other purposes. (Planning Commission: 7 ayes;
0 nays;2 absent;and 2 open positions) Staff recommends approval.
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Synopsis: The applicant is requesting that the 0.15-acre property, located at 2608 West 6th Street,be
rezoned from R-3, Single-Family District, to PD-C, Planned Development—Commercial, to allow for
the use of the property as a Short-Term Rental(STR-2). (Located in Ward 3)
Director Wyrick stated that there were several cards from individuals that wanted to
address the Board regarding Item 8 and that it would be read separately.
CONSENT AGENDA(Items 1 —7 and Items 9 -14)
1. RESOLUTION NO. 16,154: To amend Little Rock, Ark., Resolution No. 16,007 (June
6, 2023), to authorize the City Manager to modify the Construction Contract with Carson
& Associates, Inc., to provide additional funds of $86,058.17 needed to complete the
project for a revised contract amount not to exceed $420,933.17, for the rehabilitation of
the Jericho Way Day Resource Center, located at 3000 Springer Boulevard, utilizing
Emergency Solutions Grant Match Investment Partnership Program Funds; and for other
purposes. Staff recommends approval.
Synopsis: A resolution to authorize the City Manager to amend the Construction Contract with
Carson &Associates, Inc.,for the rehabilitation of the Jericho Way Day Resource Center, located at
3000 Springer Boulevard.
2. RESOLUTION NO. 16,155: To approve the use of HOME CHDO Set-Aside Funds to
Better Community Development, Inc., for the development of three (3) affordable single-
family housing units for sale within the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; and for other
purposes. Staff recommends approval.
Synopsis: Staff proposes utilizing HOME Investment Partnership Program Community Housing
Development Organization (CHDO) Set-Aside Funds to produce affordable housing units. Better
Community Development, Inc., was one of the approved CHDO's that returned proposals to receive
15%Set-Aside HOME Funds under the Federal requirement. The funds will be used to develop three
(3) affordable single-family units for sale at 4118 West 11th Street; 3723 West 8th Street; and 1409
South Pine Street.
3. RESOLUTION NO. 16156: To approve the use of HOME CHDO Set-Aside Funds to
the University District Development Corporation, Inc., for the development of five (5)
affordable housing rental housing units for sale within the City of Little Rock, Arkansas;
and for other purposes. Staff recommends approval.
Synopsis: Staff proposes utilizing HOME Investment Partnership Program Community Housing
Development Organization (CHDO) Set-Aside Funds to produce affordable housing units. The
University District Development Corporation, Inc., was one of the approved CHDO's that returned
proposals to receive 15% Set-Aside HOME Funds under the Federal requirement. The funds will be
used to develop five(5)affordable rental housing units in the City of Little Rock.
4. RESOLUTION NO. 16,157: To authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract
with Fleming Controls and Power, in an amount not to exceed $55,445.70, plus
applicable taxes and fees, for the installation and powering of lighting poles and various
equipment at the Little Rock Zoo; and for other purposes. Staff recommends approval.
Synopsis: To authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with Fleming Controls and Power
for the installation and powering of lighting poles and various equipment at the Little Rock Zoo.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 16,158: To authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract
with Landscape Structures, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $200,000.00, for the
construction of a custom playground at Kiwanis Park; and for other purposes. (Funding
from the Limited Tax General Obligation Capital Improvement Bonds) Staff recommends approval.
Synopsis: A resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Landscape
Structures,Inc.,for the construction of a custom playground at Kiwanis Park. (Located in Ward 6)
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6. RESOLUTION NO. 16,159: To authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract
with Landscape Structures, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $170,000.00, for the
construction of a custom playground at Pankey Park; and for other purposes. (Funding
from the Limited Tax General Obligation Capital Improvement Bonds) Staff recommends approval.
Synopsis: A resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Landscape
Structures,Inc.,for the construction of a custom playground at Pankey Park. (Located in Ward 4)
7. RESOLUTION NO. 16,160: To authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract
with ACS Playground Adventures, in an amount not to exceed $60,000.00, for the
construction of a pavilion located at Pankey Park; and for other purposes. (Funding from
the Limited Tax General Obligation Capital Improvement Bonds) Staff recommends approval.
Synopsis: A resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with ACS Playground
Adventures for the construction of a pavilion located at Pankey Park. (Located in Ward 4)
9. RESOLUTION NO. 16,162: To authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract
with GameTime, in an amount not to exceed $90,000.00, for the construction of shade
structures at Southwest Community Center Pool; and for other purposes. (Funding from
the American Rescue Plan Act) Staff recommends approval.
Synopsis: To authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with GameTime for the
construction of shade structures at Southwest Community Center Pool. (Located in Ward 2)
10. RESOLUTION NO. 16,163: To authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract
with Colonel Glenn Church of Christ, in the amount of $150,000.00, for the purchase of
the property located at 7001 Colonel Glenn Road, to be used as park property for the
future development of the Tri-Creek Greenway; and for other purposes. Staff recommends
approval.
Synopsis: To authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with Colonel Glenn Church of
Christ,to purchase the property located at 7001 Colonel Glenn Road,to be used as park property for
the future development of the Tri Creek Greenway. (Located in Ward 6)
11. RESOLUTION NO. 16,164: To authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract
with Sprung Instant Structures, in an amount not to exceed $424,068.25, plus applicable
taxes and fees, and including a 15% contingency, for the purchase of a Signature Series
Structure for the temporary Fire Station No. 9, located at 1509 Green Mountain Drive;
and for other purposes. Staff recommends approval.
Synopsis: To authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with Sprung Instant Structures to
purchase a Signature Series Structure for the temporary Fire Station No. 9, located at 1509 Green
Mountain Drive. (Located in Ward 4)
12. RESOLUTION NO. 16,165: To amend Little Rock, Ark., Resolution No. 16,133
(September 19, 2023), to correct, clarify and authorize the City Manager to enter into a
contract with Symetra Financial as the selected provider for Hospital Indemnity
Insurance for City employees and their dependents for the period of January 1, 2024, to
December 31, 2024; and for other purposes. Staff recommends approval.
Synopsis: A resolution to authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with Symetra Financial,
for Hospital Indemnity Insurance for City employees and their dependents for the period of January
1,2024,to December 31,2024.
13. RESOLUTION NO. 16,166: To authorize the execution of an Interlocal Agreement
between the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, and Grant County, Arkansas, granting the
Little Rock Ambulance Authority, d/b/a Metropolitan Emergency Ambulance Services
(MEMS)to Grant County, Arkansas; and for other purposes. Staff recommends approval.
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14. RESOLUTION NO. 16,167; G-23-489: To set December 5, 2023, as the date of
public hearing on the request to abandon the sixty (60)-foot wide excess Cooper Orbit
Road Right-of-Way, located between Panther Branch Drive and Kanis Road, in the City
of Little Rock, Arkansas; and for other purposes.
Director Adcock made the motion, seconded by Director Hines, to approve the Consent
Agenda. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members present, the Consent
Agenda was approved.
SEPARATE ITEM (Item 8)
8. RESOLUTION NO. 16,161: To authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract
with HYDCO, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $2,100,000.00, for the construction of the
Jim Dailey Fitness & Aquatics Center HVAC Natatorium Replacements and
Improvements; and for other purposes. (A portion of the funding from the Limited Tax General
Obligation Capital Improvement Bonds) Staff recommends approval.
Synopsis: To authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with HYDCO for construction of
the Jim Dailey Fitness & Aquatics Center HVAC Natatorium Replacements and Improvements.
(Located in Ward 3)
Joanne McLendon: Stated that she was in support of making the needed repairs to the
swimming pool and that it had taken too long to get the repairs addressed.
Blake Tierney: Stated that he represented the Age-Friendly Little Rock Commission and
that they were supportive of the contract with HYDCO, Inc., for the repairs to the
swimming pool. Mr. Tierney stated that the Commission urged staff to implement a
policy to ensure the continuity of services when facilities, or parts of facilities, needed to
be closed for repairs or renovations.
Sally Fitts: Stated that she was in support of the repairs to the swimming pool and
asked that renovations be completed as soon as possible.
Director Hines made the motion, seconded by Director Lewis, to approve the Consent
Agenda. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members present, the Consent
Agenda was approved.
GROUPED ITEMS (Items 15—16 and Items 19 -20)
15. ORDINANCE NO. 22,333; Z-9761: To approve a Planned Zoning Development
and to establish a Planned Commercial Development titled McGrathl STR-2 PCD,
located at 407 Van Buren Street, Little Rock, Arkansas, to amend the Official Zoning
Map of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; and for other purposes. (Planning Commission: 7
ayes;0 nays;2 absent;and 2 open positions) Staff recommends approval.
Synopsis: The applicant is requesting that the 0.16-acre property, located at 407 North Van Buren
Street,be rezoned from R-4,Two Family District,to PCD,Planned Commercial Development,to allow
for one(1)unit of a tri-plex to be used as a Short-Term Rental(STR-2). (Located in Ward 3)
16. ORDINANCE NO. 22,334; Z-9762: To approve a Planned Zoning Development
and to establish a Planned Commercial Development titled McGrath2 STR-2 PCD,
located at 710 Beechwood Street, Little Rock, Arkansas, to amend the Official Zoning
Map of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; and for other purposes. (Deferred from October
17, 2020)(Planning Commission: 9 ayes;0 nays;0 absent;and 2 open positions) Staff recommends
approval.
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Synopsis: The applicant is requesting that the 0.17-acre property, located at 710 Beechwood Street,
be rezoned from 0-3,General Office District,to PCD, Planned Commercial Development,to allow for
a Short-Term Rental(STR-2). (Located in Ward 3)
19. ORDINANCE NO. 22,335; Z-9836: To approve a Planned Zoning Development
and to establish a Planned Development — Commercial titled Freeman STR-2 PD-C
located at 14515 Jerome Drive, Little Rock, Arkansas, to amend the Official Zoning Map
of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; and for other purposes. (Planning Commission: 6 ayes;
0 nays;3 absent;and 2 open positions) Staff recommends approval.
Synopsis: The applicant is requesting that the 0.93-acre property,located at 14515 Jerome Drive, be
rezoned from R-2, Single-Family District, to PD-C, Planned Development—Commercial, to allow for
the use of the property as a Short-Term Rental(STR-2). (Located in Ward 4)
20. ORDINANCE NO. 22,336; Z-9838: To approve a Planned Zoning Development
and to establish a Planned Development — Commercial titled Infinity Homes STR-2 PD-
C located at 321 North Pierce Street, Little Rock, Arkansas, to amend the Official Zoning
Map of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; and for other purposes. (Planning Commission: 7
ayes;0 nays;2 absent;and 2 open positions) Staff recommends approval.
Synopsis: The applicant is requesting that the 0.14-acre property,located at 321 North Pierce Street,
be rezoned from R-2, Single-Family District, to PD-C, Planned Development—Commercial, to allow
for the use of the property as a Short-Term Rental(STR-2). (Located in Ward 3)
The ordinances were read the first time.
As a result of only seven (7) Board Members being present, the ordinances were held on
Frist Reading.
SEPARATE ITEMS (Items 21 —22 and Item 24)
21. ORDINANCE; Z-9839: To approve a Planned Zoning Development and to
establish a Planned Commercial Development titled Allen Mixed-Use located at 2219
Wilson Road, Little Rock, Arkansas, to amend the Official Zoning Map of the City of Little
Rock, Arkansas; and for other purposes. (Planning Commission: 7 ayes;0 nays;2 absent;and
2 open positions) Staff recommends denial.
Synopsis: The applicant is requesting that the 0.32-acre property, located at 2219 Wilson Road, be
rezoned from R-2,Single-Family District,to PCD, Planned Commercial Development,to allow for the
use of the property as a pottery studio,music studio and urban garden site for disadvantaged youth.
(Located in Ward 6)
The ordinance was read the first time.
As a result of only seven (7) Board Members being present, the ordinance was held on
Frist Reading.
22. ORDINANCE NO. 22,338: To amend Chapter 23, Article IV, Division III, § 23-115
of the Little Rock Revised Code of Ordinances (1988), to provide for a revision of the
purposes and procedures concerning Certificates of Appropriateness; and for other
purposes. Staff recommends approval.
Synopsis: An amendment to Little Rock Code § 23-115 to revise purposes and procedures
concerning Certificates of Appropriateness.
The ordinance was read the first time.
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As a result of only seven (7) Board Members being present, the ordinance was held on
Frist Reading.
24. ORDINANCE NO. 22,337: To declare it impractical and unfeasible to bid; to
authorize the City Manager to extend the contract with Arkansas Municipal League
Municipal Vehicle Program, at a total cost of $1,300,000.00, to administer a Self-
Insurance Program for the City of Little Rock's Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance; and for
other purposes. Staff recommends approval
Synopsis: An ordinance authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract with Arkansas
Municipal League Municipal Vehicle Program to administer a Self-Insurance Program for the City of
Little Rock's motor vehicles. This allows coverage for Liability, Compensation and Collision
Insurance for City Vehicles.
The ordinance was read the first time.
As a result of only seven (7) Board Members being present, the ordinance was held on
Frist Reading.
Director Hines made the motion, seconded by Director Richardson, for the Board to take
a ten (10)-minute recess in an attempt to contact Director Phillips.
Mayor Scott (enrolled in the meeting at 6:33 PM) called the meeting back to ordered and
stated that Director Phillips would be re-enrolling in the meeting momentarily in order to
complete the vote on the ordinances and that both Citizen Communication and the 2024
Budget Discussion would be moved up on the Agenda.
CITIZEN COMMUNICATION
Johnny L. Miller: Purchase of adjacent lot.
Ed Buffington: Pecan Lake Municipal Recreational Improvement District No. 4 Board of
Commissioners.
DISCUSSIONS (Item 26)
26. DISCUSSION: 2024 Budget.
Mayor Scott stated that many of the concerns had been addressed and the plan was to
place the 2024 Budget on the December 5, 2023, Agenda for Board Action.
(Director Phillips re-enrolled in the meeting at 6:44 PM)
Director Hines made the motion, seconded by Director Richardson, to suspend the rules
and place the Grouped Items on second reading. By unanimous voice vote of the Board
Members present, the rules were suspended and the ordinances were read a second
time. Director Richardson made the motion, seconded by Director Adcock, to suspend
the rules and place the ordinances on third reading. By unanimous voice vote of the
Board Members present, the rules were suspended and the ordinances were read a
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third time. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members present, the ordinances
were approved.
Mayor Scott stated that the applicant for Item 21 was not in attendance and that there
were several issues that they would like to address; therefore, it would be held on First
Reading.
Director Hines made the motion, seconded by Director Richardson, to suspend the rules
and place Item 22 on second reading. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members
present, the rules were suspended and the ordinance was read a second time. Director
Hines made the motion, seconded by Director Richardson, to suspend the rules and
place the ordinance on third reading. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members
present, the rules were suspended and the ordinance was read a third time. By
unanimous voice vote of the Board Members present, the ordinance was approved.
Director Hines made the motion, seconded by Director Richardson, to suspend the rules
and place Item 23 on second reading. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members
present, the rules were suspended and the ordinance was read a second time. Director
Richardson made the motion, seconded by Director Hines, to suspend the rules and
place the ordinance on third reading. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members
present, the rules were suspended and the ordinance was read a third time. By
unanimous voice vote of the Board Members present, the ordinance was approved.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (Item 25)
Director Hines made the motion, seconded by Director Richardson, for the Board to go
into Executive Session for the purpose of appointments and reappointments to various
City of Little Rock Boards and Commissions: By unanimous voice vote of the Board
Members present, the Board went into Executive Session for the purpose of
appointments and reappointments.
25. RESOLUTION NO. 16,148: To make appointment to City of Little Rock Boards &
Commissions.
Synopsis: Rock Region Metropolitan Transit Authority Board of Directors(1 position)
Mayor Scott reported that there was no action taken.
Director Wyrick made the motion, seconded by Director Phillips, to adjourn the meeting.
By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members present, the meeting was adjourned.
Prepared by: Susan Langley, City Clerk
ATTEST: APPROVED:
Allison Segars, Actin ty Clerk Frank Scott, Jr., Mayor