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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCBC-629-UNIVERSAL HOUSING GROUP Applicationp R4 � I. p p 1 0 �, =� 0 TT 15' SETBACK 0 M �, CBC 629 49 1300 BLOCK ALDERSGATE RD I U 9 "fl ito 111 Hill N1 1 11 ju if N, I N pi Y" -1 Pfl, 1! -;-1. G21 j. U, 0 Huhh!n TIMM, N orn 11 opi 1@e. a' U2. uo rn 0 Ae E) 00 ou AD PR z I I The Preserve at Alder5,5jate Page 1 of 2 Carney, Dana From: Christy Marvel [christymarvel@yahoo.comj Sent: Wednesday, December 11, 2013 10:09 AM To: Carney, Dana Subject: Re: aldersgate Attachments: ML--L1--12-11-13--ALDERSGATE.pdf Here is the plan with the changes we'd discussed. I have also added the calculations on the plan for you showing the 1.5 requirement for your ease. Frank Riggins will be there on behalf of Marvelous Landscapes for the meeting since I will be out of the country. Look this over; if you see any changes let me know; otherwise, I will be you the copies you need for your files ... will three copies suffice? Thank you Dana! cMarvel.- On Wednesday, December 11, 2013 9:26 AM, Christy Marvel <christymarvel@yahoo.com> wrote: Yes sir I will get that to you soon :) thanks for the heads up on the date change. I will change our notices accordingly... Talk to you soon! cMarvel.- Sent from my Phone On Dec 11, 2013, at 8:53 AM, "Carney, Dana" <DCarney@littlerock.org> wrote: The CBC Meeting in January has been moved to January 9 so make sure your notices have that date, not Jan. 2 as was previously shown. Hate to ask but can you get the info to me soon so I can do the write-up? From: Carney, Dana Sent: Thursday, December 05, 2013 1:24 PM To: 'Christy Marvel' Subject: RE: This afternoon just make the changes we talked about and get me 3 copies plus the electronic version. that should work From: Christy Marvel [mailto:christymarvel@yahoo.corn] Sent: Thursday, December 05, 2013 12:47 PM To: Carney, Dana Subject: Re: This afternoon Hey Dana; just wanted to say thanks again for your help today. It was great seeing you too :) Let me know if you see/want anything additional changed on the plan and I will get right on it! Stay safe the next few days!! cMarvel.- On Wednesday, December 4, 2013 3:53 PM, "Carney, Dana" <DCamey _,littlerock.org> wrote: morning's free until leave for CBC -----Original Message ----- From: Christy Marvel [mailto:christymarvelOyahoo_ .com] Sent: Wednesday, December 04, 2013 3:42 PM 12/11/2013 Page 2 of 2 To: Carney, Dana Subject: Re: This afternoon Hmmm okey doekey :) I'm still at the doctors office with gage getting his school physical so I guess mr carney I will see you tomorrow!! When is good for you? Get on out of there Dana... I'm sure you have extra unused time... Enjoy your evening and I will get to see you tomorrow:) Sent from my Phone > On Dec 4, 2013, at 2:38 PM, "Carney, Dana" <DCarney@littlerock.org> wrote: > Here until about 4:30 > -----Original Message----- • From: Christy Marvel[mailto:christymarvel(o-)-yahoo.com] > Sent: Wednesday, December 04, 2013 1:37 PM > To: Carney, Dana > Subject: This afternoon > hello dc... Checking to see if you plan to be in the office this afternoon? I know you like to jet out a lil early sometimes on Wednesday... I have a preliminary drawing for you to look at, review and I need to simply file before tomorrow end of day... > Thank you! > Sent from my Phone 12/11/2013 Page 1 of 1 Carney, Dana From: Gwen Gilbert [ggilbertcci c@att.net] Sent: Thursday, January 02, 2014 2:15 PM To: Carney, Dana Cc: Adron Gilbert Subject: The Preserve at Aldersgate Attachments: Ownership Search.pdf; Ownership Search Notice.pdf; Ownership Notice Receipts.pdf; Ownership Notice Receipts1.pdf Dana, Please see copies of the Ownership Notices for the property on Aldersgate Road in Little Rock. Attached are the following: 1. Ownership Search from the Title Company 2. Notice of Public Hearing 3. Copies of Mailing Receipts Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks. Kindest Regards, Gwen Gilbert Universal Housing Group LLC PO Box 241667 Little Rock, AR 72223 501-954-7200 office 501-247-8040 cell 1/2/2014 Da:.tc: Sepu,, .€per 12, 2013 File Number: 1:3--011774-050 Prepared For: Cfwn- Qx1ben, ,A. driers Title Coi-npany has searched the of tLt, ReaEsca#e Peco_d.s of Puiasl Co,"nty, Al-kansaa :o dete-rz3 im -die apnar>~nt ownership of prop wituhin 2DO feet of -the ptz.n Teter of the following described prop as of.Au gps:'. 30, 2013 at UO &m. A Trait of Eaad in Pulaski Co' rtV, :grkwisas; b .ag a part of the, NWJ /4, NWI,''4, ,Seriio u 101 RMMA4p l..av oath.. Rge.13 West: C ommeu chig, at the -No Y',b eas t. 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Service Type Q C rtified Mail® ❑ Priority Mall Express7' ❑ Registered ❑ Return Receipt for Merchandise ❑ Insured Mail ❑ Collect on Delivery 4. Restricted Delivery? Pdra Fee) ❑ Yes 2. Articta Number 7012 3050 GDOO 4867 4898 (Transfer from service laW P5 Form 3811. July 2013 Domestic Return Receipt APPLICATION FOR LANDSCAPE VARIANCE To the City Beautiful Commission: Application is hereby made to the City Beautiful Commission pursuant to Resolution No. 6,122, relative to property located at: d of Addition, Zoned F �7 *,11 ,r(� ZM111241-44 District. Request a Landscape Variance be granted to allow c,rc -Pe-1 Sic f,_. 1 =`16 C_ Applicant: A-4yg 6koys tay j c t as S, L1r-Property Owner:_ A ,_� Address: -Z'Vl l I-R t Dr. ' `�"� Address: Phone:^ !FD % - 20 0 — 2-S ! % !I O.2a-. Phone No.: A variance may be granted by the City of Little Rock upon written application accompanied by the appropriate plans and specifications from the property owner, or his authorized agent. In granting a variance, the City Beautiful Commission shall impose such requirements and conditions, as the Commission may deem necessary for the protection of adjacent properties and the public interest. There are — are not restrictions of record effectinr77 FILING DATE CITY BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION DOCKET FOR: 20_q_. AT N 1 36 a.m. CASE NO. CBC: 6 APPLICATION WAS — GRANTED —DENIED, SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: $ Fee Paid 1049 , 20 ADMINISTRATIVE AGENT /F CITY BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION LITTLE ROCK CITY BEAUTTUL COM M 1ss10N The City Beautiful Commission held its regular meeting Thursday, February 6, 2014, at 11:30 at Curran Hall. Commissioner Ed Peek acting as Chair called the meeting to order. MEMBERS PRESENT: MEMBERS ABSENT: Ed Peek Bill Wiedower Lynn Warren Cassie Toro Steve Homeyer Carrie Young Chris Minor Chip McCulley one open position Wally Loveless Chris Morgan ALSO PRESENT: Beth Carpenter, City Attorney's Office Dana Carney, Zoning and Subdivision Manager, Department of Planning and Development, City of Little Rock. D. Tracy Spillman, Plans Development Administrator, Department of Planning and Development, City of Little Rock. Frank Riggins, Crafton Tull Christy Marvel, Marvelous Landscapes A.J. and Gwen Gilbert, Universal Housing Group APPROVAL OF THE JANUARY MINUTES: Motion: Commissioner Warren made a motion that the Minutes be approved. Second: Commissioner Morgan seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Deferred Variance Request CBC Case 629, Universal Housing Group City Staff Member Carney stated that Staff still recommended denial. Commissioner Wiedower questioned the Planning Commission's approval of the PRD. Staff member Carney updated the commissioner's on the amending of the application and the site being rezoned as a PRD. Universal Housing Group Presentation: Ms. Christy Marvel agent for Universal Housing Group (A.J. and Gwen Gilbert) described property lines, building encroachment into the buffer, and existing trees that will be retained. She explained that both size and density of the proposed trees and shrubs will be increased due to her client's interest to retain the buffer, reduce noise, and screen the swimming pool. Commissioner Peek inquired how the residence to the north is positioned in relation to the existing buffer and further stated that the north end of the property is almost at an even elevation with the highway. Commissioner Wiedower noted that the plan is showing existing vegetation to remain in the right-of-way of the highway. Ms. Marvel stated that the vegetation is to remain and there are no plans to position the Highway Department to clear any additional vegetation from the right -of — way. Commissioner Peek inquired how the building will work with the topography of the site and if it will be a continuous elevation or be broken to step down with the existing contours. If continuous, Commissioner Peek stated that there could be as much as an eight (8) foot cut into the site. Ms. Marvel introduced A.J and Gwen Gilbert to address this issue. Mr. Gilbert stated that they were discussing their options with the project engineer Pat McGetrick to find the best solution. Mr. Gilbert also stated that if the building is stepped down with the contours it would lower the visibility. It was undetermined how the building would actually set on the contours but the option to split the structure at different elevations could possibly be implemented if needed. Commissioner Wiedower questioned the number of parking spaces shown on the plan. The plan listed sixty-seven (67) spaces. Commissioner Wiedower stated he only counted sixty-four (64) spaces. City staff member Mr. Carney explained that the Planning Commission was aware of this and knew that the spaces would be reduced when the parking island size was increased to obtain the eight (8) percent interior landscape requirement. Ms. Marvel stated that it was her intention to go above and beyond the Planning Commission's request. Commissioner Loveless inquired if the contract with the seller was based on two (2) usable acres or on 1.67 acres. Mr. Gilbert stated the seller was unaware of any discrepancies and he had not planned for a third (1/3) of the property to be dedicated to the street. Ms. Marvel stated that because of the dedication of the street right-of-way the project had to be shifted thirty (30) feet. Commissioner Warren inquired if a portion of the parking could be moved to the back of the property. Ms. Marvel stated that viewing the parking from the Interstate may be more obtrusive than viewing only the building. Commissioner Wiedower stated that there would not be enough room to accomplish this type of layout. Commissioner Warren inquired again why staff had recommended denial. City Staff Member Carney explained Staff has not been supportive of the project through the entire review process because Staff believes the development is too dense for this particular property. Commissioner Peek stated that from his personal observation of this site, the existing residence on the adjacent property is within approximately fifteen (15) of the existing fence and very noticeable. Commissioner Peek stated he believes the proposed building will be very visible from the highway and will defeat the spirit of the buffer zone altogether. Commissioner Wiedower explained how developments of this nature are limited by the zoning and that this type of project needs to be developed with as many units as possible to be an economically sound investment. Ms. Marvel stated that all of the site issues had been approved by the Planning Commission and in her mind the only outstanding issue is the buffer. She further stated that she believes that the proposed landscape goes above and beyond what is required for this area. Commissioner Wiedower asked her to expand on her statement. Ms. Marvel continues that the size and quantities of the landscape materials go beyond what is required. In addition the client wants to create a sound and visual barrier from the highway and additional plant materials are being proposed to accomplish this goal. Commissioner Loveless stated that even if the building doesn't encroach into the buffer it will still be thirty-five to forty feet in height and visible from the highway. Commissioners Wiedower, Morgan, and Loveless discuss that the proposed project does not seek visibility and they would much rather see this site developed in such a manner. It was further discussed if a commercial property is ever proposed for this site it is possible a developer may desire a higher visibility from the highway and want to delete all screening. Commissioner Warren stated that even though this project encroaches into the buffer there is a desire to screen and beautify with landscape. City Staff Member Carney clarifies that there are some substantial plantings in the Highway Departments right-of-way and that the developer will not be seeking the removal of any this material. Motion: Commissioner Peek entertains a request to make a motion. Commissioner Wiedower makes a motion that the request be approved, Second: Several commissioners seconded the motion. A vote was taken and it passed unanimously. COMMITTEE REPORTS: UPDATES: OLD BUSINESS: Commissioner Homeyer asked to add T.R.E.E Fund update to the agenda. Expense Report: Commissioner Loveless stated that there was no change. Commissioner Toro arrives at 12:02 pm. T.R.E.E Fund: City Staff Member Carney stated that City Manager Moore had been consulted about deviation from the approved process of the installation of the trees and awarding a contract to an outside party. Mr. Moore concluded that this made good economic sense and approved the request. Deputy City Attorney Beth Carpenter included that state law requires any public betterment project over $20,000 would need to be formally put out for bid. City Staff Member Carney stated that the Park's Department is putting together a bid package and the schedule to start work is still planned to begin in March. In addition a press release is being prepared to coincide with the planting of the new trees. Ott I-laI] South Yard: Commissioner Homeyer stated that there are no updates. I-630 Trees: Commissioner Loveless stated that he had spoken with Mark Webb at the Parks Department about the area east of University and North of I-630 at War Memorial Golf Course. The Commissioner feels that this area could be enhanced and proposed to the City Beautiful Commission that this area be taken into consideration for future TREE Fund projects. Public Relations: Commissioner Warren stated that the website is up to date. Libi•at-v and ljistory Exhibit: Commissioner Peek confirmed that the exhibit is still located in Commissioner Loveless' office. Commissioner Warren stated that at some point it is to be moved to City Hall. KLRB: Commissioner Loveless stated the City Wide Cleanup will take place March 8th Kickoff will begin at 8:00am at Western Hills Park and run until noon of this same day. Three parks will be targeted Western Hills Park, Murray Park and Interstate Park. A goal of having one thousand participants is trying to be reached. Approximately seven hundred people from different companies and neighborhood groups have agreed to participate. Some neighborhood cleanup will take place but the focus will be on the before -mentioned three parks. Commissioner Loveless provided photocopy announcements to the other commissioners. Commissioner Loveless also stated that there are still spots available on the official City Wide Cleanup t-shirt for company logos and the deadline to sponsor will be next Thursday, February 13'. Commissioner Morgan inquired if sponsors as well as volunteers are still being sought and stated that he will inquire at the Clinton School and try to put a group together. Commissioner Loveless stated a KLRB item that occurs each month are the Kroger gift cards and charitable donations. He continued to explain that Kroger has a budget each month to make donations to organizations. In the past these have been requested by KLRB to cover the cost of different items, drinks, or refreshments for different events. Commissioner Wiedower included that Kroger also has a program where the savings from the use an individual's Kroger card can be transferred to charitable organizations of a person's choice. The question was asked of City Attorney Carpenter if the City Beautiful Commission could benefit from this program. She stated that it was against the law for a city commission to give money to private entities but CBC could receive donations in the form of gift cards if presented. Commissioner Loveless stated he will add the CBC to the list of possible charities and that any contributions can be used to cover cost of CBC functions or activities. Commissioner Loveless stated that the Otter Creek Association is working with Kelly Ross and Bob Callans to provide a sculpture in the entrance median of Otter Creek. He also stated that in addition Mr. Callans is working on a new design competition with Studio Main and the possible subjects would be the Otter Creek area, Arkansas Baptist Campus, or the Mosaic Templers Hall, Placement is still to be determined. Commissioner Toro inquired about Main Street. Commissioner Loveless stated that twelve (12) hanging baskets will be added to make a total of fifty (50) to be provided in the spring. Commissioner Loveless stated that there is a movement starting to grow concerning the placement of a roundabout at the intersection of Kavanaugh / Pine Valley and McKinley / Richard B. Hardie Drive. A video is currently being produced for Vision 2013. Medowcliff Elementary School has received a $6000.00 grant for gardens. Ada t-A-Street: Commissioner Loveless stated that the adopter's names are being added to the streets quicker than originally expected. Initially he stated that there was going to be a twelve (12) month waiting period. However, there were several objections to this and as a result the placement of names has been expedited. Communications: Commissioner Homeyer restated that a press release will be made by the Parks Department concerning the T.R.E.E Fund. He also, stated that next month the Eye of the Beholder and the Landscape Awards will be kicked off. Eye of the Beholder. Commissioner Homeyer stated that there are no updates. Commissioner Loveless inquired about how people can be encouraged to make nominations. Commissioner Homeyer suggested that a booth could be placed at the Little Rock's Garden Show. Commissioner Loveless made the suggestion that a booth could perhaps be split between KLRB and CBC. Landscape Awards: Commissioner Homeyer stated that there are no updates. Signs are being made and will be picked up. The nomination period ends Thursday. New Business: Commissioner Homeyer stated that the CBC Retreat will be held at Mangan Holcomb Partners February 19, at 3:00 pm., Ms. Julie Robbins will be the facilitator. Motion: Commissioner Homeyer made a motion to spend $50.00 of private commission funds to purchase a spa gift certificate for Ms. Robbins in a show of appreciation. Second: Commissioner Wiedower seconded the motion. A vote was taken and it passed unanimously. ADJOURNMENT: Motion: Commissioner Homeyer made a motion to adjourn. Second: Several commissioners seconded the motion and it passed unanimously, The meeting was adjourned at 1:03pm 3 � low 5i•1 �ti `. ! [ice=�� IM4 Q z4vffi Ln , � UIR Ln 49 to La * QC. ML L S 8756'33" E 1,6.5�05' Kn all M CIA PA � 4 4CM Ti mwm P- �3�� drn r r m < m c-< 03 n Q m 3 m ° fD m (D m O M • W c� fi `< < <. '< ° m ' cr N �• 70 N m o 0-� m % C D -a � N m . 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Commissioner Ed Peek acting as Chair called the meeting to order. MEMBERS PRESENT: MEMBERS ABSENT: Ed Peek Wally Loveless Lynn Warren Steve Homeyer Carrie Young Bill Wiedower Chris Minor Two open positions Cassie Toro Chris Morgan ALSO PRESENT: Beth Carpenter, City Attorney's Office Dana Carney, Zoning and Subdivision Manager, Department of Planning and Development, City of Little Rock. D. Tracy Spillman, Plans Development Administrator, Department of Planning and Development, City of Little Rock. Frank Riggins, Crafton Tull A.J. and Lynn Gilbert, Universal Housing Group Robbie Hudson, Urban Forester, Parks Department, City of Little Rock. APPROVAL OF THE DECEMBER MINUTES: Commissioner Loveless called for a correction of the December 2013 Minutes, Treasure's Report from the recorded amount of $1,222.05 to $1,297.05. Motion: Commissioner Young made a motion that the Minutes be approved with the corrections made. Second: Commissioner Homeyer seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Variance Request CBC Case 629, Universal Housing Group Staff opened the public hearing for the variance request located at the 1300 Block of Aldersgate Road, west side. The applicant filed a site plan review with the Planning Commission to allow for the construction of a forty-eight (48) unit multi -family development on this MF-24 two (2) acre tract. It was determined early in the review process that the ownership of the two (2) acre tract actually went to the centerline of Aldersgate Road. Once the required right-of-way is dedicated, the resulting tract is 1.688 acres in size. Constructing the forty-eight (48) unit development on the remaining 1.688 acre tract results in a density of 28.4 units per acre, exceeding the allowable density of 24 units per acre. The application was amended to a PD-R. The developer is proposing to build three (3) buildings of multi -family housing. Two of the buildings are proposed with 12-units and one is proposed with 24-units. The proposal includes the construction of a 2,080 square foot clubhouse with a pool. The buildings are proposed three stories in height with a maximum building height of 40 feet. The request includes a reduction in the number of parking spaces typically required to serve the development. The site plan indicates 67-spaces. The ordinance would typically require the placement of 1'/z spaces per unit or a total of 72 parking spaces. The applicant has indicated up to 50 percent of the parking spaces will be covered. The request also includes a variation from Sections 36-522(a)(3) and 15-96(a) which state, street buffers and perimeter planting strips shall be a minimum of (30) feet in width when abutting an expressway except within the mature area. The plan indicates portions of the buffer along I-430 reduced to 15 feet near the northwest portion of the site. The pool is also proposed within the 30- foot buffer along 1-430. Within the buffer area the applicant is proposing to provide up to 1'/z times the amount of landscaping typically required in this area off -set the encroachment. Overall on the site, the applicant has indicated a commitment to provide additional trees and larger size greenery than the amount typically required by City ordinance. Some areas of undisturbed buffer of existing vegetation are indicated to be preserved along the interstate frontage. In addition to the area of existing vegetation to be preserved along the interstate perimeter, the applicant is proposing to plant trees and shrubs at the rate of 1'/2 times the ordinance requirement. The property has 426 linear feet of frontage on that perimeter; requiring 14 trees (1 tree per every 30 feet) and 42 shrubs (1 shrub per every 10 feet). The applicant proposes to install 21 River Birch and Slash Pine trees and 63 Eleagnus shrubs. The shrubs are indicated as being 30"-34" inches in height at planting; exceeding the ordinance required minimum height of 18". On the front of the site, applicant is proposing to utilize Red Maples, Forest Pansy Redbuds and Foster's Holly trees and Needlepoint Holly and Cleyera shrubs. The maples are indicated as being 2'/z"-3" caliper at planting, exceeding the minimum caliper of 2". Staff has concerns with the proposed development. Although site is being reduced from 2 acres to 1.6888 acres by the right-of-way dedication, the applicant did not reduce the size or scope of the proposed development. The plan results in reduced building setbacks and parking space numbers. Additionally, the development encroaches into the required thirty (30) foot interstate perimeter buffer/landscape strip. At some points, the encroachment is fairly substantial. Staff feels the applicant may be trying to fit too much development on the tract, resulting in the need for the several variances. At their November 14, 2013 meeting, the Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the proposed PD-R zoning. Staff recommends denial of the requested variance. Universal Housing Group Presentation: Mr. Frank Riggins, agent for Universal Housing Group (A.J. and Lynn Gilbert) stated that his client purposes to build an "upscale luxury development". Mr. Riggins noted that the development will comprise three (3) buildings / forty-eight (48) living units, a clubhouse, and a pool. The development will be fenced, gated, and landscaped. It is stated that the development encroaches into the buffer and Universal Housing Group seeks a variance from this encroachment. Mr. Riggins described the landscape that will be added to this existing buffer at the time of development. He also stated that he feels this project could set the standard for future small developments. Commissioner Warren inquired if the fence surrounding the pool would be a screening fence. Mr. Riggins stated that he was unsure of what type of fence is planned for this area. In addition Commissioner Warren inquired if any of the surrounding properties have been approved for similar variances. Mr. Riggins stated that he does not know. Commissioner Homeyer inquired if the property is higher or lower than the adjacent I-430. Mr. Riggins stated that the property is lower than the interstate and possibly only the upper floors of building will be seen from I-430. He also stated that there is an existing house in this buffer and that the buffer is not compromised of a mature stand of trees. Commissioner Peek felt that this development would be a major intrusion into the buffer area. Mr. Riggins stated again that this is not a mature vegetative buffer as it stands and the development would add plants to the buffer zone. Commissioner Warren felt that this is a small violation as compared to other sites along the I-430 corridor. There was further discussion about I-430 being a scenic gateway into the city and the actual distance from the shoulder of the highway to the buffer zone. Commissioner Warren inquired why staff had recommended denial. City Staff Member Carney explains that nowhere on I-430 has there been structural encroachment into the thirty (30) foot buffer and that the buffer does not need to remain undisturbed but does need to be planted. The structural involvement would not allow for the buffer to be replanted. In addition Mr. Carney explained that the City has no control over the Highway Department's right-of-way. Therefore, inconsistencies exist in some instances because property owners have petitioned the Highway Department and received approval to clear trees within their right-of-way. Commissioner Peek felt that this is a significant violation of the intent of the landscape buffer and that there is a reason the buffer exists. He further stated that this would be the first time that an encroachment would be allowed. Mr. Riggins responded by explaining that the site is very shallow and feels there should be some relief and asked for exceptions to be made for shallow lots. Commissioner Warren made a motion to accept the variance request. Commissioner Hoymeyer seconded. Commissioner Young asked for a clarification of how the vote would be accepted. Commissioner Toro asked for a deferment to allow time to review the site. Mr. Carney asked the applicants if deferment would have any adverse effects on the project. Mr. Riggins discussed the deferment with his clients. Commissioner Loveless left the meeting due to illness. Deputy City Attorney Carpenter explained that with only six (6) commissioners left the vote would need to be a unanimous "yes" to pass, one (1) "no" vote would cause the item to fail. Attorney Carpenter further stated that according to the CBC bylaws any item not receiving six (6) affirmative votes would fail. Mr. Riggins asked to defer. Motion: Commissioner Warren made a motion to defer until next month. Second: Commissioner Young seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. T.R.E.E FUND PRESENTATION: The City's Urban Forester Robbie Hudson addressed the CBC and presented the landscape planting plan and cost estimates for streetscaping along the south side of W. Markham between Monroe Street and the War Memorial pro -shop building. Urban Forester Hudson stated the existing tree removal would cost $15,000.00 but the Park's Department had worked with Entergy who would provide the labor for the removal of the existing trees. The City would only be responsible for grinding the stumps. Entergy has agreed to this since the maintenance cost to their company to trim these trees every three (3) years cost approximately $250,000.00. Urban Forester Hudson stated that the total cost to the City to complete this project would be $27,720.00. This would include the removal of thirty-four (34) Hackberry trees and the placement of seventy-seven (77) Chinese Pastiche, twelve (12) to fifteen (15) feet tall 2'/z"-3" caliper. Additional trees will be added to South Monroe to the point of where War Memorial's parking lot starts. Cost per tree is $360.00 installed and guaranteed for one (1) year by the contractor Bemis Tree Service. Water for the trees would be provided by tapping into the city golf course or Bemis would come back and water for the first year. Deputy City Attorney Carpenter inquired about how Bemis Tree Service was chosen as the Contractor. Urban Forester Hudson explained Bemis is the only contractor in the area that can provide large trees in this quantity. Attorney Carpenter stated that it was her understanding that the Parks Department would be providing the labor. Urban Forester Hudson stated that Bemis Tree Service can provide each tree with a guarantee for $360.00. If the Parks Department provided the labor each tree would cost $320.00 without the guarantee or maintenance. Attorney Carpenter further inquired about the bid process. Forester Hudson stated that in addition to Bemis Tree Service he requested bids from Green Tree Nursery and Good Earth. Attorney Carpenter asked if Public Works had been consulted about right-of-way and site distances. Forester Hudson stated that the trees will not be planted in the right-of-way and vision triangles at the intersections have been taken into consideration. Commissioner Warren confirmed pricing of trees per unit and understands the savings by contacting this with an outside party. The Commissioner also questioned the monoculture of using one variety of tree and had some concern that an unforeseen future disease or pest could have an adverse effect on this planting group. Forester Hudson replied by stating at this point he knows of no harmful disease or pest related to the Chinese Pastiche and that they are drought and disease tolerant. If approval is given the Parks Department and Entergy are ready to proceed with the project this winter or early spring. City Staff Member, Dana Carney made the suggestion that since there have been interdepartmental discussions stating that the labor for the placement of trees will not come out of the T.R.E.E Fund any motion made should include the approval from the City Manager for additional labor cost not being performed by the Parks Department. Motion: Commissioner Warren made a motion to accept the use of T.R.E.E Fund money contingent on the approval from the City Manager that City labor not be used for this project. Second: Commissioner Homeyer seconded the motion. All voted in favor to pass. Motion passed unanimously. City Attorney Carpenter further explained that the City Manager has approved a certain process for how the T.R.E.E. Fund money is to be used and any deviation from such process would require approval from the City Manager. COMMITTEE REPORTS: UPDATES: OLD BUSINESS: I-630 Trees: Acting Chair Peek inquired of any updates. No updates are reported. City Hall South Yard: Commissioner Homeyer stated that there are no updates. Public Relations: Commissioner Warren stated that the website is up to date other than the Treatment Minutes are missing. KLRB: Commissioner Loveless was absent; no report. Ado t-A-Street: Chairman Minor was absent; no report. Commissioner Peek stated litter pickup is January 1 S . Procedure, meeting time, and place were summarized for new Commissioner Chris Morgan. Communications: Commissioner Homeyer discussed press release for T.R.E.E. Fund and how this should be accomplished; ribbon cutting, plaque, yard sign stating that the trees are provided by the T.R.E.E Fund. Eve of the Beholder: Commissioner Peek, no report. Commissioner Young is updating contact information changing names from Marvel to Spillman. Landscape Awards: Commissioner Homeyer stated that the signs are still being made. New Business: Commissioners introduced themselves to new Commissioner Morgan. Commissioner Peek informed the committee that he had spoken with Commissioner Minor and stated Commissioner Minor feels that he may not be able to continue his duties as CBC Chairman due to the unexpected increase in his personal business. ADJOURNMENT: Motion: Commissioner Homeyer made a motion to adjourn. Second: Commissioner Young seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 12:46 p.m.